JP6553549B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of performing variable display and controlling in an advantageous state for the player.

  As a game machine, a game medium such as a game ball is shot into a game area by a launch device, and when a game medium is prized in a prize area such as a prize hole provided in the game area and a start condition is satisfied, plural types of identification Information is variably displayed (hereinafter, also referred to as "variation" or "variation display") on a variable display device, and it is determined whether or not a predetermined gaming value is to be provided based on the display result. There is a pachinko gaming machine that has In such a pachinko gaming machine, when the stop symbol mode when the variable display of the display symbol in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes a specific display mode, an advantageous state (big hit gaming state) advantageous for the player is obtained. For example, a pachinko gaming machine that has been in a big hit gaming state has a special electric accessory called a big prize opening or an attacker opened, and a state in which it is extremely easy for a player to win a game ball continuously for a certain period of time. provide.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine can not start the variable display when the game medium passes through the start area and the execution condition of the variable display of the identification information is satisfied, that is, the variable display based on the start condition previously established If the start condition for permitting variable display start is not established because the game is being executed or the gaming machine is controlled to the big hit gaming state, etc., the hold condition is attached as holding information in order to hold the execution condition. And store the hold information as a hold display in the order of the hold numbers.

  As such a gaming machine, when the variable display based on the hold information is a specific variable display pattern, or when the display result is a big hit, the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold information is indicated by the hold number. There is a gaming machine which gradually changes to a different color each time it decreases (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP, 2011-1968, A

  However, in the technology disclosed in Patent Document 1, there is a possibility that the sense of expectation for the game may be reduced when the hold display is displayed in the display mode with a low degree of expectation.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving a sense of expectation for a game.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention provides:
A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) capable of performing variable display and controlling it to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state or the like) advantageous to the player,
Display means for displaying variable display related information related to variable display (for example, hold information, etc.) (for example, first hold storage area 5HR, second hold display area 5HL, active display section AHA, etc.);
A determination unit (for example, a CPU 103 that executes a winning random number value determination process shown in FIG. 8 or the like shown in FIG. 8) that determines whether or not to be controlled to the advantageous state;
In accordance with the determination result of the determination means, a notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect that displays variable display related information corresponding to the variable display to be determined in any one of a plurality of display modes (for example, , And the effect control CPU 120 for executing step S503 shown in FIG.
As the advantageous state, at least a first advantageous state (for example, a sudden hit game state in which a 2-round game is executed) and a second advantageous state (for example, a 16-round game) more advantageous than the first advantageous state are executed. It can be controlled to the jackpot gaming state, etc.),
The notice effect executing means displays the variable display related information at least in the first display mode (for example, the display color “white”, “blue”, etc.) and the second display mode when displayed in the first display mode. A second display mode (for example, a display color “green” or the like) that is controlled to the advantageous state is high, and a ratio that is controlled to the second advantageous state is higher than when the second display mode is displayed. It can be displayed by three display modes (for example, display color "red" etc.),
When the variable display related information is displayed in the second display mode, the ratio controlled to the first advantageous state is higher than when the variable display related information is displayed in the third display mode (for example, the active display mode shown in FIG. 19). In the determination table, when the variable display result is “big hit (probable)”, the highest determination ratio is set to “green” as the display mode of the active display, etc.)
The display means includes, as variable display related information, variable display corresponding display means for displaying a variable display corresponding display capable of displaying a frame display and a display icon corresponding to the variable display being executed and having different expectations. ,
The notice effect executing means is executed in common when changing the display mode of the variable display-compatible display and when not changing the display mode of the variable display-compatible display, and displays the plurality of display icons. An effect execution means capable of executing a success effect that changes the display mode of the variable display corresponding display after executing the effect or a failure effect that does not change the display mode of the variable display compatible display,
Among the plurality of timings during execution of variable display, the ratio at which the success effect is performed differs depending on at which timing the common effect is performed.
It is characterized by

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a drop in the sense of expectation for the second display mode.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
The preview effect execution means is:
When displaying variable display related information in the second display mode, the ratio of changing to the second display mode after starting display in the first display mode, rather than the rate of starting display in the second display mode (For example, in the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20C, PT4-3-02 to 09 is higher than the determination rate of the display mode change pattern PT4-3-01. For example, the decision rate is higher.

  According to such a configuration, a sense of expectation for the first display mode can be enhanced.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
Suggestion effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the suggestion effect setting process shown in FIG. 27A) capable of executing the suggestion effect suggesting that the first advantageous state is controlled, is further provided.
The notice effect execution means may be capable of changing the display mode of the variable display related information to the second display mode during execution of the suggestion effect (for example, active display mode change shown in FIG. 27). The effect control CPU 120 and the like that execute the effect setting process).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to effectively enhance the sense of expectation for the suggested effect.

(5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4),
Holding storage means (for example, a first special view holding storage unit, a second special view holding storage unit, etc.) for storing variable display not yet started as holding information;
Hold display means for performing hold display corresponding to the hold information stored in the hold storage means (for example, the first hold storage area 5HR, the second hold display area 5HL, etc.);
Variable display compatible display means (for example, active display unit AHA etc.) for displaying variable display compatible display (for example, active display etc.) corresponding to the variable display based on the start of variable display;
A common effect (for example, a first change effect, a second change effect, etc.) executed in common when the display mode of the variable display-compatible display is changed and when the display mode of the variable display-compatible display is not changed, Successful effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display after executing the common effect (for example, an effect of changing the display shape of the active display from “circle” to “star”) or the display mode of the variable display compatible display An effect execution means (for example, an effect determined with reference to the change effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 34) capable of executing a failure effect (for example, an effect in which the display shape of the active display is not changed to “circle”). And the effect control CPU 120 that executes active display change effect based on an aspect),
Equipped with
Depending on the timing at which the common effect is executed among a plurality of timings during execution of the variable display (for example, immediately after the start of variable display or during the execution of the reach effect), the ratio of executing the successful effect varies. (For example, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the determination ratio of the active display change effect during execution of the reach effect is high and the determination of the successful effect that changes the display mode of the active display is also possible. The ratio is also high).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the execution timing of the common effect.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the present embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the example of the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a figure showing an example of main production control commands. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special symbol process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of start winning a prize judging processing. It is a figure which shows random number values MR1-3. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flow chart which shows an example of random number value judging processing at the time of winning. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special symbol normal processing. It is a figure which shows the example of a structure of a special figure display result determination table and a big hit classification determination table. It is a flow chart which shows an example of change pattern setting processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern determination table according to a variable display result. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the production control command received by the production control board side, and the processing content performed by command analysis processing according to the received production control command. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a pending | holding display setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of an active display mode determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the display mode change pattern determination table at the time of holding number 4. FIG. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the display mode change pattern determination table at the time of holding number 4. FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of a structure of the display mode change pattern determination table at the time of holding number 3. FIG. It is a figure which shows the example of a structure of the display mode change pattern determination table at the time of holding number 3. FIG. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the display mode change pattern determination table in case the number of reservations is 2. FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an active display mode change effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of suggestion effect setting processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a figure which shows the example of a production | presentation image in case a reservation alerting production | presentation is performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a hold notice effect is performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image when the suggestion effect and the active display mode change are performed. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image when the suggestion effect and the active display mode change are performed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a change effect setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the table for determining execution of active display change presentation, and execution timing. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the table for determining the production | presentation aspect of 1st change production | presentation and 2nd change production | presentation. It is a figure which shows the example of a presentation image in execution of 1st change presentation and 2nd change presentation as active display change presentation. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in execution of the 1st change effect and the 2nd change effect as an active display change effect.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. In the game board 2, a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails is formed. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

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

  The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are limited to those composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns (in which a pattern in which all the LEDs are all turned off may be included as a lighting pattern) are different types of combinations of different combinations of what is turned on and turned off in 7-segment LEDs. What is necessary is just to be preset as a special symbol. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified are variably displayed. The variable display of this decorative pattern is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, on the screen of the image display device 5, decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle" and "right" are arranged. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. After that, when the finalized special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special view game, each of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R on the "left", "middle" and "right" in the image display device 5 The finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol), which is the result of variable display of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed. The finalized decorative design may be different from the decorative design displayed during the variable display. For example, a decorative pattern other than the decorative pattern to be scrolled may be a finalized decorative pattern.

  As described above, on the screen of the image display device 5, the special symbol game (also referred to as the first special symbol game) using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronism with the special figure game using the second special figure (also referred to as the second special figure game), a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be distinguished from each other is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is displayed. Derived display (or simply referred to as “derivation”). In addition, for example, to derive and display various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols, stop identification information such as decorative symbols etc (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display) and end variable display. is there. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern until the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, the variation speed of the decorative pattern becomes “0”, The symbol may be stopped and displayed, and for example, a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction may occur. Such a display state is also called a temporary stop display, and although the display result in the variable display is not displayed deterministically, the player can recognize that the variation of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display is not progressing. It becomes. The temporary stop display may include displaying the decorative symbols completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a first hold display unit 5HL, a second hold display unit 5HR, and an active display unit AHA are arranged. The first hold display unit 5HL displays the first special view hold storage number in a identifiable manner. The number of first special figure hold memory is the number of variable display hold corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The second hold display unit 5HR displays the second special view hold storage number in a distinguishable manner. The second special figure holding memory number is the variable display holding number corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the regular winning ball device 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B. It occurs based on the start winning by doing. That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing a variable display game such as a special figure game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition for allowing the start of the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, etc., the hold of the variable display corresponding to the satisfied start condition is Done.

  For example, when a first start prize that causes a game ball to pass (enter) the first start prize opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A (first start condition) ) Is satisfied, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding storage number is 1. The addition (increment) is performed, and the execution of the special drawing game using the first special drawing is suspended. In addition, when the second start winning that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition) ) Is established, if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not established, the second special figure holding memory number is 1. The addition (increment) is performed and the execution of the special drawing game using the second special drawing is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the hold data (holding memory) is digested, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the second When the execution of the special figure game using the special figure is started, the hold data (hold memory) is digested, and the second special figure hold memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement). In addition, when the first start winning combination has occurred, the first start condition is not satisfied if the number of first special map reservations has reached a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"), and the start winning combination is The special drawing game based on may be invalidated and only the payout of the winning balls may be made. In addition, when the second start winning combination occurs, if the number of second special view reservations has reached a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"), the second start condition is not satisfied, and The special drawing game based on may be invalidated and only the payout of the winning balls may be made.

  In particular, the number of variable-display special map pending storages obtained by adding the first special view pending storage count and the second special view pending storage count is also referred to as the total pending storage count. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It is also possible to refer to the concept that includes the number of first special view pending storages and the number of second special view pending storages, but excludes the total number of pending storages.

  In the first hold display section 5HL, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. The first hold display unit 5HL only needs to be configured so that the first hold display is performed, for example, left-justified. The first hold display section 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit value “4” of the first special figure hold memory number, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the left end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of reservations for the special view game using the first special view increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first suspension display on the first suspension display unit 5HL, suspension is performed in the first suspension display unit 5HL A new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased number of first special view hold storages in the left display portion corresponding to the number "1". If there is another first hold display in the first hold display portion 5HL, a new first hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other first hold display is performed. It adds to a part (it corresponds to any of reservation number "2"-"4"). When there is a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display section 5HL, and when a special figure game using the first special figure is started due to establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display section 5HL While deleting (digesting) the first hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the first hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display area.

  In the second hold display section 5HR, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. For example, the second hold display unit 5HR may be configured so that the second hold display is performed right-justified. The second hold display section 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit value of the second special figure hold memory number “4”, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the right end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of reservations for the special view game using the second special view increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second suspension display on the second suspension display unit 5HR, the second suspension display unit 5HR is suspended A new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increase in the second special view hold storage number in the display portion at the right end corresponding to the number “1”. If there is another second hold display in the second hold display section 5HR, a new second hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. It adds to a part (it corresponds to any of reservation number "2"-"4"). When there is a plurality of second hold indications in the second hold display portion 5HR, when a special game using the second special drawing is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display portion 5HR While deleting (digesting) the second hold display in the rightmost display portion corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the second hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display area.

  The active display unit AHA displays the same effect image as the hold display or a different effect image corresponding to the variable display being executed. The display in the active display section AHA is referred to as active display (also referred to as variable display compatible display, digestion display, or current display). In the active display unit AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special game using the first special figure when the first start condition is established, the first display unit 5HL erased (digested) the first special game. 1 Active display corresponding to the hold display is performed. Further, in the active display area AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special game using the second special figure when the second start condition is satisfied, it is erased (digested) in the second hold display part 5HR. An active display corresponding to the second hold display is performed. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display only need to have colors and patterns in common. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display or the second hold display. It may be However, the display mode of active display in the present embodiment may change to a display mode different from the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect.

  In the display area of the image display device 5 shown in FIG. 1, an active display portion AHA is arranged between the first hold display portion 5HL and the second hold display portion 5HR. On the other hand, the active display unit AHA is not limited to the one arranged between the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, and is arranged at an arbitrary position in the display area of the image display device 5. It should just be. Further, the arrangement of the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR can be arbitrarily changed. For example, the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR may be replaced with each other.

  In addition to the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, or instead of the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, a display for displaying the number of stored special figures may be provided. Good. In the example shown in FIG. 1, along with the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, the number of special view hold memories can be specified in the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B for display are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the number of first special view hold memories in an identifiable manner. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special view hold storage number in a distinguishable manner. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has, for example, a number (for example, “4”) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number. For example, four LEDs are included. Here, the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number are displayed according to the number of lighted LEDs.

  The "variable display related information" may be used as a term that generically refers to the information corresponding to each of the hold display (first hold display, second hold display) and active display described above. In addition, when “variable display related information” is described, any one of information corresponding to the hold display, information corresponding to the active display, and information corresponding to the hold display and the active display is shown.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms, for example, a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. The normally variable winning ball device 6B has an electric tulip type role having a pair of movable wing pieces that changes between a closed state in which the vertical position is achieved by the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric character shown in FIG. (Normal motorized role) is provided to form a second start winning opening.

  As an example, in the case of the normally variable winning ball device 6B, when the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric character is in the off state, the gaming ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening Do not close. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. ) Can be opened. Note that the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter the second start winning opening, while the expanded opening state when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. Alternatively, the game ball may be configured to be difficult to pass (enter). As described above, the first variable state (passing (entering) easy state), such as the opening state where the gaming ball can pass (enter) the second starting winning opening through the second start winning opening, or the enlarged opening state, Can be changed to a second variable state (a state in which passage (entry) is difficult (including impossibility of passage (entry))) such as a closed state where passage (entry) is impossible or a normal open state where passage (entry) is difficult It is done. The first variable state may be a state in which the game ball is easier to pass (enter) the second start winning opening than the second variable state.

  The game ball entering the first starting winning opening formed in the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by, for example, a first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The game ball entering the second starting winning opening formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by, for example, a second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. A predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media) based on the detection of the game balls by the first starting opening switch 22A, and the first special view reserve memory number is set to a predetermined number. If the value is less than the upper limit value (for example, “4”) of the first start condition, the first start condition is satisfied. A predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball based on the detection of the game ball by the second start opening switch 22B, and the second special view reserve memory number is less than a predetermined upper limit value If so, the second start condition is satisfied.

  The number of winning balls to be paid out based on the detection of the gaming ball by the first starting opening switch 22A and the number of the winning balls to be paid out based on the detection of the gaming ball by the second starting opening switch 22B. The numbers may be the same or different from each other. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that directly pays out game balls that are prize balls, or may be one that gives a score corresponding to the number of game balls that are prize balls.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning prize ball device 7 includes a special winning opening door which is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 serving as a special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2 and a specific area which changes to an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  As an example, in the special variable winning prize ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning mouth door is off, the big winning mouth door closes the big winning mouth, and the game ball enters the big winning mouth (for example, Cannot pass). On the other hand, in the special variable winning prize ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning mouth door is in the on state, the big winning mouth door opens the big winning mouth, and the game ball easily enters the big winning mouth Become. In this way, the special winning opening as the specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball can easily enter and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter and is disadvantageous for the player. In addition, instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot enter the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball is difficult to enter the big prize opening may be provided.

  The gaming ball having passed (entered) into the special winning opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the fact that the game ball is detected by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Thus, when the game ball enters the special winning opening that is in the open state in the special variable winning ball device 7, the game ball passes through other winning openings such as the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening (for example More prize balls are paid out than when entering. Therefore, if the special prize winning device 7 is opened, the game ball can pass (enter) into the special prize opening, which is an advantageous first state for the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult to obtain a prize ball by passing (entering) the game ball to the special prize winning port. The second state is more disadvantageous to the player.

  An ordinary symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the left side of the game area). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. An ordinary symbol (also called “ordinary diagram” or “ordinary diagram”) that is identification information is displayed variably (variably displayed). Such variable display of ordinary symbols is referred to as a common-play game (also referred to as a "normal-figure game"). Above the normal symbol display 20, a general drawing reserve display 25C is provided. For example, the reserved display 25C is configured to include four LEDs, and is formed in a game area such that a pass gate 41 (a game ball can be passed by a predetermined member). The common drawing reserve memory number is displayed as the effective passing ball number which has passed through 2) detected by the gate switch 21).

  On the surface of the game board 2, besides the above-described configuration, a windmill and a large number of obstacle nails for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball are provided. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, there is a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member. It may be provided. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that the game ball entering one of the general winning openings is detected by the predetermined general winning ball switch. . In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

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

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball and a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine are held so as to be able to be supplied to the ball striking device (stored ) Is provided. Below the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  For example, a stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a member that forms the lower plate, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower plate body (for example, a central portion of the lower plate). It has been. The stick controller 31A includes an operating rod held by the player, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operating rod (for example, a position where the index finger of the operating hand is applied when the player holds the operating rod). ing. The trigger button is a predetermined instruction operation by pushing and pulling with a predetermined operation finger (for example, a forefinger or the like) while the player holds the operation stick of the stick controller 31A with the operation hand (for example, the left hand or the like) It should just be comprised so that it can do. A trigger sensor that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push / pull operation on the trigger button may be incorporated in the operation rod.

  A controller sensor unit 35A including a tilt direction sensor unit that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the lower pan body or the like below the stick controller 31A. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit may be two transmissive photosensors (parallel sensors) disposed parallel to the board of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operating rod as viewed from the player facing the pachinko game machine 1 And a pair of transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pairs) arranged perpendicularly to the surface of the game board 2 on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player side. It may be configured to include a photo sensor.

  The member that forms the upper plate includes, for example, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 31A). Is provided. The push button 31B may be configured to be able to mechanically, electrically or electromagnetically detect a predetermined instruction operation by the player or the like. A push sensor 35B may be provided inside the main body of the upper tray or the like at the installation position of the push button 31B, for detecting a player's operation performed on the push button 31B.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13 and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted. The pachinko gaming machine 1 also includes a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, and a touch sensor board are arranged on the back of the game board or the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12 and the like. It has a function of outputting and transmitting a control command (example effect control command to be described later) as an example of information as a control signal, and a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer. Also, the main board 11 performs on / off control of the respective LEDs (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and performs the first special drawing or the second special Variable display of a predetermined display pattern, such as controlling variable display of a figure, or performing on / off / coloring control of normal symbol display 20 to control variable display of normal symbols by normal symbol display 20 It also has a function to control. The main board 11 also has a function of controlling the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the universal hold indicator 25C, etc., and displaying various reserved memory numbers.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111 and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals (detection signals indicating that the passage or entry of game media has been detected (the switch is turned on)) from various switches for detecting game balls, and the game control microcomputer 100. Transmit to The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100, a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory, or a solenoid for a grand prize opening door. Transmit to 82.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the electrical parts for production such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 performs all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and all or one of the on / off operations in the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED. It has a function of causing a predetermined effect operation to be performed on an electric component for effect such as a section.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (sound effect signal) from the effect control board 12, the sound (effect) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. The processing circuit etc. which perform the audio signal processing for outputting the audio | voice which a sound signal designates are mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (electric decoration signal) from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED A lamp driver circuit or the like that performs lighting / extinguishing driving (lighting / extinguishing according to the drive content indicated by the electrical signal) is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. The various switches may be of any type that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a sensor called, for example. Further, the main substrate 11 is connected with a wire for transmitting a command signal for performing display control of the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the normal symbol display device 20 and the like. The main board 11 is connected to a wiring for transmitting a solenoid drive signal for driving the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door.

  A control signal (control command) transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main substrate 11 to the effect control substrate 12 via the relay substrate 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted as an electric signal (details will be described later). Each effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, the first byte indicates MODE (classification of command), and the second byte indicates EXT (type of command). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data may be set in advance so that it always becomes "1" and the first bit of the EXT data becomes "0".

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

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101 to execute processing for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, the function of the main substrate 11 is realized) Processing etc.) is executed. At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. Data reading operation to read out the data, reception operation in which the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the gaming control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, to the outside of the gaming control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105 A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

  Note that the one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, numerical data indicating various random number values used to control the progress of the game is countably updated by the random number circuit 104 or the like. The random number used for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number. The gaming random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 104 or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the gaming control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. May be. For example, numerical data indicating a predetermined random number is stored in a random counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100 or a random counter provided in an internal register separate from the RAM 102, and the CPU 103 The random number value may be updated by updating the stored value periodically or irregularly.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to make various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 has table data constituting a plurality of command transmission tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data etc. which comprise are memorize | stored.

  Various data (including various flags, counters, timers, and the like) used to control the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is temporarily stored in the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 in a rewritable manner. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means backed up by a backup power supply, a part or all of which is created on the power supply substrate. That is, for example, even if there is a power failure and the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (even if there is a so-called power failure), the capacitor as a backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply is supplied The content of part or all of the RAM 102 is saved until it is disabled. In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as a special symbol process flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data thus saved and backed up in the backup RAM is appropriately referred to as backup data.

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals are input from the outside of the gaming control microcomputer 100, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the gaming control microcomputer 100. The

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs control operations according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores effect control programs, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device 5, a random number circuit 124 for executing processing for determining control contents of the display operation in 5, and the like, the random number circuit 124 for updating numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the effect control CPU 120, and I / O 125 And is mounted.

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes a program for effect control read out from the ROM 121 to control the effect operation by the effect electric component (prescribed for the effect electric component) A process of realizing a function of executing a rendering operation is performed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores the data, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring or the like for transmitting an electric decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data to the lamp control board 14 is connected. Furthermore, in the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a person's operation action has been detected from the push sensor 35B is also connected.

  In the effect control board 12, for example, numerical data indicating various random number values used to control the effect operation is counted by the random number circuit 124 or the like in an updatable manner. The random number used to control such a rendering operation is also referred to as a rendering random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, it is possible to count numerical data indicating random values for determining various effects such as a random number for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of decorative symbols, and a random value for determining a notice effect. Controlled.

  The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables and the like used to control the rendering operation, in addition to the program for effect control. For example, in the ROM 121, a plurality of determination tables prepared to make various determinations, determinations, and settings by the effect control CPU 120, table data forming the determination tables, pattern data forming the various effect control patterns, etc. It is memorized. The effect control pattern is a group of data for performing various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols and reach effects, and is, for example, effect control execution data (displayed in correspondence with a determination value such as a process timer determination value) It comprises process data including control data, voice control data, lamp control data, etc.) and an end code.

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the effect operation. Since the RAM 122 is not a backup RAM, the stored data is lost when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (that is, when there is a power failure).

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on a display control instruction from the effect control CPU 120 (for example, the display control unit 123 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 by this instruction), an image Control contents of display operation in the display device 5 are determined and executed. For example, the display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to perform variable display of decorative symbols and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of the effect image to be displayed in the display screen of the image display device 5 or the like. Control. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing which is more generally referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or any of non-volatile recording media such as a magnetic memory and an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including a port. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a sound effect signal transmitted to the audio control board 13, an electric decoration signal transmitted to the lamp control board 14, etc. Is output.

  With the above configuration, the effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the voice control board 13 to output voice, or through the lamp control board 14, the game effect lamp 9, the decorative LED, etc. Various effects are executed by performing lighting / extinguishing driving at, or displaying effect images in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. The game value given in the gaming machine is directly payout of a game ball to be a prize ball or a score equivalent to this. The record information of the game balls and the score corresponding to the number of the game balls may be any value that can be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes according to the quantity. Alternatively, the recorded information of the gaming balls and the scores may not be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes, but may have a valuable value that can be used for playing again with the gaming machine.

  In addition, the gaming value that can be awarded in the gaming machine is not limited to the payout of the gaming ball serving as the winning ball and the awarding of the score, for example, control to a big hit gaming state, or control to special gaming state such as probability variation state To be performed, the upper limit number of rounds that can be executed in the jackpot gaming state becomes the first round number (for example, "16") that is larger than the second round number (for example, "2") The upper limit number of possible variable display becomes the first number (for example, "100") that is larger than the second number (for example, "50"), and the big hit probability in the positive change state is the second probability (for example, 1/50) ) Higher than the first probability (for example, 1/20), and the number of consecutive chunks, which is the number of times of repeated control to the big hit gaming state without being controlled to the normal state, is the second consecutive number of chunks (for example, “ Than 5 ”) There first communication Chang number (e.g., "10"), such as part or all of it to be, it may include be a more favorable game situation for the player.

  As an example of the game using the game ball, the ball hitting operation handle installed at the lower right of the front of the case in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on predetermined operation (for example, rotation operation) by the player, the predetermined ball hitting A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the launch device. When the game ball that has flowed down the game area enters the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is detected by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the fact that the first start port switch 22A is turned on or the like. After that, for example, the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is based on the establishment of the first start condition by the previous special figure game or the end of the big hit gaming state etc. It is started.

  Also, when the gaming ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second starting area) formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6B, the gaming ball is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. The second start condition is satisfied due to the fact that the second start port switch 22B is turned on or the like. After that, for example, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special game or the big hit game state, the special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is performed. It is started. However, when the normally variable winning ball device 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible to pass (enter) the second starting winning hole.

  Based on the fact that the game ball which has passed the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2 (that the gate switch 21 is turned on), the variable display of the normal symbol is executed in the normal symbol display 20 The common drawing start condition is satisfied. After that, for example, based on the fact that the general symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is satisfied, the general symbol game on the normal symbol display device 20 is started. . In this ordinary game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. The closing control or the normal opening control is performed to return to the vertical position when the predetermined time has elapsed. Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is set as “predetermined per symbol” as the predetermined specific display result is determined when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol display 20 or the like. It is decided (predetermined) before deriving and displaying.

  When the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started, or when the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started It is determined (predetermined) whether or not the variable display result of the symbol is to be a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, the variation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result or the variation pattern is the microcomputer 100 for gaming control of the main substrate 11 shown in FIG. To the effect control board 12.

  After the special view game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when the predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has passed, the finalized special symbol to be the variable display result is displayed. Derived and displayed. "Left", "Medium" and "Right" decorations arranged on the screen of the image display 5 corresponding to the variable display of the special symbols by the first special symbol display 4A and the second special symbol display 4B In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, variable display of a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is performed. In the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A, or in the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, the finalized special display result of the special symbol When the symbol is derived and displayed, a finalized ornamental symbol as a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in the image display device 5.

  When the jackpot symbol predetermined as the variable display result of the special symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special drawing display result) becomes "big hit" (specific display result), and the jackpot as an advantageous state advantageous to the player Controlled to gaming state. Whether or not the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. As the variable display result of the special symbol, the big hit symbol is not derived and displayed, and when the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special figure display result) becomes "loss" (non-specific display result).

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “1”, “3”, and “7” is a jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating a symbol “−” is a lose symbol. It should be noted that each symbol such as a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A may be different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. However, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol.

  In the big hit game state, the big winning opening is opened and the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the first state advantageous to the player. Then, during a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or a period until a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls enter the big winning opening and a winning ball is generated, the big winning opening is continuously opened. A round game (also simply referred to as "round") is executed. In a period other than the execution period of such a round game, the special winning opening is closed, making it difficult or impossible to generate winning balls. When the game ball enters the big winning opening, the winning ball (the game ball entering the big winning opening) is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls serve as the winning balls for each detection. To be paid out. The round game in the jackpot gaming state is repeatedly executed until the predetermined upper limit number (for example, “16”) is reached.

  When the variable display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” is included. For example, as a result of variable display of a special symbol, when a jackpot symbol indicating the number “3” is derived and displayed, the jackpot type becomes “non-probable”, and when a jackpot symbol indicating the number “7” is derived and displayed The type is "probable". In addition, when the big hit design which shows the number of “1” is derived and displayed, the big hit classification becomes “probable”. When the jackpot type becomes "probable change" or "non-probable change", the special variable winning ball device 7 is set as the first state advantageous for the player (the big winning opening is opened) as a round game in the big hit gaming state. The normal open round in which the upper limit time to be a predetermined time (for example, a first period such as 29 seconds) is executed a predetermined number of times such as 16 rounds (16 times). Also, if the jackpot type is "probable", as a round game in the jackpot gaming state, the upper limit time for the special variable winning ball device 7 to be in the first state advantageous to the player (opening the big winning opening) Is a predetermined time (for example, a first period such as 0.5 seconds), a normal opening round is performed a predetermined number of times such as two rounds (two times). Note that the big hit gaming state based on “big hit” when the big hit type is “non-probable change” is referred to as “non-probable big hit game state”. In addition, the big hit gaming state based on the "big hit" when the big hit type is "probable change" is referred to as "probably changed big hit gaming state". In addition, the jackpot gaming state based on the "big hit" when the jackpot type is "probable" is referred to as a "probable big hit gaming state".

  After the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) may be controlled to a probability change state where the probability is higher than the normal state. The definite change state is controlled to continue until a predetermined definite change termination condition is satisfied, such as the next big hit gaming state being started. Also, after the big hit gaming state ends, the average variable display time may be controlled to a short time state where it is shorter than the normal state. In the time saving state, either the time saving end of one of the execution of variable display (special figure game) a predetermined number of times (100 times in the present embodiment) and the start of the next big hit gaming state is performed. It is controlled to continue until the condition is established first. The remaining number of executions of the variable display (special game, etc.) until the time saving end condition is satisfied may be referred to as the time remaining number of times. The time saving state and the probability changing state are also advantageous states for the player.

  When a predetermined small hit symbol (for example, “5”) is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes “small bonus”, and the big hit after the big hit gaming state The probability of becoming a small hit is not changed. When the small hit, it is controlled to a small hit gaming state in which the big winning opening is opened twice in substantially the same opening manner (for example, the open time 0.5 seconds) as when the sudden big hit. As a result, the player cannot specify whether it was a small hit or a sudden big hit from the open mode of the big hit game. In addition, when it becomes the small hitting, game state is not controlled to time saving state. As a result, when the big winning opening is controlled to be open twice as a small hit, it is possible to give the player an impression as if a big hit was made. That is, the small hit can be used as a so-called false (gasse) big hit of the sudden big hit.

  In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the non-probable variation big-hit gaming state is ended is a time saving state but not a definite changing state. In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation big hit gaming state ends becomes the time saving state and the probability changing state.

  Note that the normal state is a gaming state other than the advantageous state for the player such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state, a time saving state, or a probability change state, and the variable display result in the common drawing game is The probability of being hit and the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game will be "big hit" is the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a predetermined return after power on as in the case of system reset) It is a state controlled in the same way as when the processing was not performed.

  In the time saving state, the game ball can enter the second starting winning opening more easily than the non-time saving state in which the time saving state such as the normal state is not entered. Or, it is changed between the enlarged open state) and the second variable state (closed state or normal open state). For example, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol change time (normal diagram change time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is “general”. Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the probability of “per figure” is higher than that in the normal state, and the variable display result is “per figure”. By making the control longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts more than in the normal state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is changed to the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode. Just do it. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. Thus, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high opening control (also referred to as “time-short control” or “high base control”). Is done. By controlling in such a short time state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state is achieved.

  In addition, the time saving state is said to be "high base state", "high base", etc., and the gaming state not in time saving state is also "low base state", "low base", "non-shorting state", "non-shorting", etc. Is called. It is said that the probability change state in which the probability change control is performed is “high probability state”, “high probability”, etc., and the gaming state not in the definite variation state is “low probability state”, “low probability”, “non-probability state”, “non-probability change Is also said. The game state when the probability change state and the time-short state are set are also referred to as “highly accurate and high base state”, “highly accurate and high base”, and the like. The game state when the time change state is not a definite change state is also referred to as "low probability high base state", "low probability high base", and the like. The game state when it is in a definite change state without being in a short time state is also referred to as "high probability low base state", "high probability low base", and the like. The state that cannot be in either the short-time state or the probability variation state, that is, the normal state is also referred to as “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy low base”, or the like.

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, a special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and Among the special drawing games using the second special drawing in the second special symbol display device 4B, variable display of the decorative design is started in response to the start of one of the special drawing games. Then, a period from when variable display of the decorative symbol is started to when variable display is ended by stop display of the decorative symbol in each of the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R. In (during variable display), the variable display mode of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established).

  Here, with the reach mode, a decorative symbol ("reach variation symbol") which is not displayed when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the big hit combination The term “display mode” also refers to a display mode in which the fluctuation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative patterns are synchronously fluctuated while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “middle”) that has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) constituting the predetermined jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. In the decorative pattern display area 5C, etc.), or in all or part of the display pattern in which the decorative pattern fluctuates, or in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right” This is a display mode in which symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination.

  During the variable display of the decorative design, a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a background image is displayed, An effect of reproducing and displaying different moving images is performed. These effects are referred to as effects during variable display as well as variable display of decorative symbols. That is, the variable display effect is an effect by an image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 along with the variable display of the special symbol, and is a concept including the variable display itself of the decorative symbol. Making the variable display mode a reach mode is also one of the effects during variable display. In the variable display effect, in addition to the effect by the image (including the variable display itself of the decorative symbol) displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 along with the variable display of the special symbol, the voice output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R Or, effects may be included such as lighting operations (flashing operations) of light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9 or the like.

  A reach effect may be performed in the variable display effect. Reach production is executed in response to reaching the reach mode. Reach effects can be achieved by reducing the fluctuating speed of the decorative pattern, displaying a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern on the screen of the image display device 5, or changing the display mode of the background image. This is an effect of performing a rendering operation different from that before reaching the reach mode by causing a moving image different from the decorative pattern to be reproduced or displayed, or changing the variation pattern of the decorative pattern. In the reach effect, not only the display operation in the image display device 5, but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, etc. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included. In the present embodiment, a normal reach, a super reach A, a super reach B, and a rush / small hit dedicated reach are provided as the reach effects.

  In addition, unlike the reach effect, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display state of the decorative symbol may reach the reach state or the variable display result may become the "big hit", the variable display of the decorative symbol A variable display effect may be executed to notify the player according to an aspect or the like. As an example, during the variable display of the decorative symbol, it is sufficient if the variable display effect of “pseudo-series” can be performed. It is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect in response to the change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side.

  In the variable display effect of "pseudo ream", the variable display of the decorative symbol is started after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being met once. After displaying the decorative symbols temporarily in all of the left, middle, and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R until the finalized decorative symbols are derived and displayed. Effects can be displayed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times at maximum) in which all decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R cause the decorative symbol to change again (simulated continuous change). The number of times of pseudo series change is the display of "left", "middle" and "right" decorative symbol display except for the first change from the start of variable display of decorative symbol to the temporary stop of all decorative symbols at first. It is the number of times that the decorative pattern changes again in all of the areas 5L, 5C, 5R. As an example, in the variable display effect of “pseudo series”, a plurality of predetermined “pseudo series chances of special combination” are displayed in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of “left”, “middle” and “right”. The decoration pattern which is one of the kinds of lost combinations is displayed temporarily. In the temporary stop display, while the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol is displayed to the player by, for example, performing a fluctuation display or changing the decorative symbol again immediately after stopping for a short time. It may be notified that the decorative pattern is not determined. Alternatively, even in the temporary stop display, the decorative symbol may be re-varied after the decorative symbol is held to such an extent that the player recognizes that the displayed decorative symbol has been determined.

  The variable display effect of “pseudo series” is set, for example, so that the possibility of the variable display result becoming “big hit” increases as the number of times of pseudo series fluctuation (re-variation) increases. As a result, the player can recognize that the variable display effect of "pseudo run" is performed by displaying the pseudo run chance eye temporarily stop, and as the number of times of the pseudo run fluctuation increases, the variable display result becomes Expectations of a "big hit" are enhanced. In the present embodiment, the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by the pseudo-series fluctuation (re-variation) being performed once or twice in the variable display effect of “pseudo-series”. Based on this, it is possible to make the variable display of the decorative pattern appear as if it had been started two or three times consecutively. The number of times of pseudo series fluctuation (re-variation) in the variable display effect of “pseudo series” may be, for example, four times or five times.

  When a variable display effect of “pseudo series” is executed, a re-change effect by a related display effect or the like is executed along with a plurality of variable displays including a first change (simulated continuous change) Also good. As an example, a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image may be displayed on the image display device 5 during the period of each variable display (including the first change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-series”. Further, for example, the most variable effect may be executed by performing an arbitrary effect operation such as sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  In addition to "pseudo ream", for example, "slip", "development chance eyes", "development chance eyes end", "after chance eyes stop" as a variable display effect using a variable display operation of a decorative symbol Various presentation operations such as “slip” may be performed. Here, in the variable display effect of "slip", until after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the finalized decorative symbol to be a variable display result is derived and displayed, "left", "middle" and "right" After changing the decorative symbols in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, single or plural decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, etc.) The temporary stop display of the decorative symbol is performed, and then a predetermined number (for example, "1" or "2") of decorative symbol display areas (for example, "left") of the decorative symbol display areas displayed in the temporary stop is displayed (for example, "left") An effect display for changing the decorative symbol to be stopped is performed by changing the decorative symbol again after changing the decorative symbol again in either or both of the display area 5L and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R).

  In the variable display effect of "Development Opportunity Eye", the decoration of "left", "middle", and "right" until variable decoration result of decoration design is derived and displayed after variable display of decoration design is started In all of the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols constituting the development chances included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, and then the decorative symbol variable display state is set as the reach state. Reach production is started. On the other hand, in the variable display effect of "Development chance eye end", after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle", "right" An effect display is performed in which a decorative symbol of a combination predetermined as a development opportunity is derived and displayed as a finalized decorative symbol. In the variable display effect of "slip after chance stop", similarly to the variable display effect of "pseudo ream", until after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and the finalized decorative symbol to be the variable display result is derived and displayed After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols of the lost combinations (special combinations) that are the pseudo-continuous chances in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, Unlike the variable display effect of “pseudo series” in which the decorative symbol is again changed in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, the decorative symbol is changed again in part of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R As a result, effect display is performed to change the decorative pattern to be stopped and displayed.

  During variable display of decorative patterns, unlike variable display effects such as reach effects or “pseudo-continuous”, for example, a predetermined effect image is displayed, a message image or voice output is displayed. There is a possibility that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state due to an effect operation different from the symbol variable display operation, that a reach effect by super reach may be executed, and the variable display result is `` An advance notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that there is a possibility of a "big hit".

  The production operation to be the advance production is the display mode of the decorative symbol after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R of "left", "middle" and "right" It is sufficient if it is executed (started) before the reach mode is reached (before the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). Moreover, what is performed after the variable display mode of a decorative symbol turns into a reach mode may be included in the preliminary announcement effect which alert | reports that a variable display result may become a "big hit". In this manner, the notice effect can be a big hit gaming state at a predetermined timing from when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started to when the finalized special symbol or the fixed decorative symbol is derived as the variable display result. It should be something that can give notice of sex. A plurality of advance notice patterns are prepared in advance, corresponding to the contents (effect mode) of the effect operation in the case of executing such advance effect.

  The notice effect includes a pre-read notice effect (also referred to as a pre-read effect). In the pre-reading advance notice effect, the variable display result is “big hit” according to the presentation mode before the variable display is performed, which is the target (notice target) for which the possibility of the variable display result being “big hit” etc. It is a notice effect that can give notice of the possibility of becoming In particular, the pre-read notice effect for continuously giving notice over the variable display of the decorative symbol executed a plurality of times corresponding to a plurality of special drawing games is also referred to as a continuous notice effect. In preview advance notice effects, for example, the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" based on the hold storage of the special drawing game due to the occurrence of the start winning, etc. The rendering operation to do is started. In contrast to the pre-reading advance notice effect, the notice effect whose execution is started after the variable display that is the advance notice object is started is referred to as a single advance notice effect (also referred to as a single advance notice, said fluctuation advance notice, or a notice effect during variable display). Be done.

  As an example of the single notice effect, the display of the effect image on the active display section AHA may be changed to a display mode different from the display mode in the normal state, thereby causing a “big hit” in the variable display satisfying the start condition, etc. An advance notice effect of "active display change" is performed. More specifically, the display color in the active display unit AHA is changed to a specific color (for example, any one of yellow, blue, red, etc.) different from a predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state, thereby enabling variable display. It may be informed that the possibility of the result being a "big hit" is higher than usual. In addition, by making the icon displayed on the active display section AHA a specific icon different from the round solid plain at the normal time, for example, a message such as “?”, “Chance”, “hot” is notified. , It should be suggested that the variable display result may be a "big hit". In addition, the icon displayed on the active display section AHA includes an icon for notifying that a message such as “NEXT” is notified and that the pseudo continuous variation in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect is executed. It is also good. The notice effect of "active display change" is also referred to as active display change effect.

  In addition, when the display mode of the hold display is changed, an effect that suggests that the display mode changes may be executed. When the action effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display changes as a result of the action effect. The action effect may include, for example, an arbitrary effect operation such as an audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R or a lighting operation of another light emitting body such as the game effect lamp 9.

  Next, main operations (actions) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment will be described. In the following, the operation will be described with reference to a flowchart and the like, but in each operation (each process), a process that does not appear in the flowchart may be appropriately performed.

  In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. As a result, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When initialization is complete, after enabling the interrupt, it enters loop processing. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 executing such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt process includes, for example, a switch process, a main side error process, an information output process, a game random number update process, a special symbol process process, a normal symbol process process, and a command control process. Processing for controlling the progress of the game is included. At the end of the game control timer interrupt process, an interrupt enabled state is set. As a result, the game control timer interrupt process is executed each time a timer interrupt occurs, that is, every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) which is the supply interval of the interrupt request signal.

  The switch process is performed by determining whether a detection signal is input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. This is a process for determining for each switch whether or not it is in the on state (that is, whether or not the game ball has entered or passed).

  The main-side error process is a process of performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result.

  The information output process is, for example, a process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software. As an example, random numbers for special display display determination, a random number MR2 for determination of a big hit type, and a random number MR3 for variation pattern determination are used as random numbers for gaming used on the main substrate 11 side. It only has to be included (see FIG. 6). The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used to determine whether or not to control the big hit gaming state with a variable display result such as a special symbol in the special figure game as a "big hit". Any of the values of “65535” can be taken. The random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is a random number value used to determine the jackpot type as either “probable variation” or “non-probability variation” when the variable display result is “big hit”, “1 It can take any value from “100” to “100”. The random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random number value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as any of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance, and is "1" to It can take any value of “900”.

  In the special symbol process processing, the value of the special drawing process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the variable display result such as the special symbol in the special drawing game is a big hit. Determination of whether or not to control the gaming state, determination of the variation pattern, control of the display operation in the special symbol display device 4 based on the determination result (execution of the special figure game), special variable winning ball device 7 of the big hit gaming state Various processing is selected and executed in order to perform the opening / closing operation setting (execution of round game and short-term opening control) and the like of the special winning opening in the above in a predetermined procedure. Although the details of the special symbol process processing will be described later, the special symbol process processing is executed each time the timer interrupt occurs, the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, the execution of the special figure game based on the determination, the big hit gaming state Etc. are realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, when it is determined in the switch process that the gate switch 21 is turned on), the number of holds reaches the upper limit. If there is not, hold storage of the usual game (for example, extract a random value and store it in the RAM 102), or use the hold memory (random number stored in the RAM 102) to determine the variable display result of the usual game. Or, the variation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the normal game is determined, or the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display device 20 is controlled according to the variation pattern, thereby variably displaying the normal symbol. When the variable display result is per game, the first variable variable winning ball device 6B is opened when the variable display result is per game. Or performs the process to change state. By executing the normal symbol process process every time the timer interrupt occurs, the execution of the normal game, the first variable state of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B at the time of the normal game, etc. are realized.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, and the like, transmission setting of a control command (production control command, etc.) (for example, storing a storage address value of a control command to be transmitted is stored in the RAM 102) is performed. In the processing, processing for actually transmitting the control command set for transmission to the effect control board 12 is performed. In this transmission process, a production control INT signal or the like is used to transmit a control command.

  After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  Here, main effect control commands transmitted from the main substrate 11 to the effect control substrate 12 by command control processing will be described with reference to FIG. "(H)" indicates that it is a hexadecimal number.

  The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) for designating a variation pattern of a decorative symbol variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to variable display of a special symbol. In the present embodiment, a variation pattern designation command corresponding to each variation pattern is set. For example, a unique number (variation pattern number) is assigned to each variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “01” for the variation pattern PA1-1). The variation pattern designation command is also a command for designating the start of variation of decorative symbols.

  The command 8A01 (H) is an effect control command (first start opening winning combination designation command) specifying that the first start winning combination has occurred due to the game medium entering the first start winning opening. The command 8A02 (H) is an effect control command (second start opening winning combination specifying command) for specifying that the second start winning has occurred due to the game medium having entered the second start winning opening. The first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start opening prize designation command.

  Command 8CXX (H) is an effect control command (display result designation command) that designates whether or not to make a big hit and designates the type of big hit, that is, designates a variable display result. In the present embodiment, a display result designation command corresponding to each display result is set. For example, a unique number is assigned to each display result, and the number is set to "XX" in the command (for example, "losing" if "00", jackpot type if "big hit" of "probability") "01").

  The command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first variation start designation command) for designating start of variable display (variation) of the first special symbol. The command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second change start designation command) for designating start of variable display (variation) of the second special symbol. The first change start specification command and the second change start specification command may be collectively referred to as a change start specification command. Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or to start variable display of the second special symbol may be included in a later-described variation pattern determination result designation command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design confirmation designation command) for designating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbols is terminated and the display result (stopped symbols) is derived and displayed.

  The command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (playing state designation command) for designating a playing state. In the present embodiment, a game state designation command corresponding to each of the game states is set. For example, if the gaming state is a normal state (low probability low base), "XX" is set to "00". For example, if the gaming state is a high probability low base state, “XX” is set to “01”. For example, if the gaming state is a high probability high base state, "XX" is set to "02".

  The command A 000 (H) is an effect control command (big hit start designation command) for specifying the start of the big hit gaming state (start of fanfare). The fanfare is an effect that is executed at the start of the big hit gaming state and notifies that the big hit gaming state has been entered. The command A 100 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start designation command) for specifying the start of the small hit gaming state.

  The command A2XX (H) is an effect control command (specifying command for opening a special prize opening) that designates opening of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A3XX (H) is an effect control command (designation command after opening the special winning opening) for designating closing of the special variable winning prize ball device 7 for the number (round) indicated by XX.

  The command A 601 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end designation command) for specifying the end of the big hit gaming state (start of ending). In addition, ending is an effect which is carried out at the end of the big hit game state, and notifies that the big hit game state is ended. Command A 602 (H) is an effect control command (small hit end specifying command) for specifying the end of the small hit gaming state.

  The command C1XX (H) is an effect control command (first special figure hold storage number designation command) for specifying the first special view hold storage number. “XX” indicates the first special figure reservation storage number. The command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (second special figure hold storage number designation command) for specifying the second special view hold storage number. “XX” indicates the second special figure reservation storage number. The first special figure reserved memory number specifying command and the second special figure reserved memory number specifying command may be collectively referred to as a special figure reserved memory number specifying command.

  Command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (design determination result designation command) for designating a display result among the determination results at the time of starting winning. Command C5XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern determination result designation command) for designating a variation pattern among the determination results at the time of starting winning. In the present embodiment, random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted when the first start winning or the second starting winning occurs in the process of step S101 described later. The variable display corresponding to the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 can be changed based on the random values MR1 and MR3 of the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 before the variable display start condition is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the display result is “big hit” and the variable display variation pattern (see FIG. 12). The determination at the time of starting winning means these determinations, and is executed in the winning random number determination process in step S213. In the predetermined case, this determination may not be performed. A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) about the display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the symbol designating command (for example, “No determination” 00 ”,“ 01 ”if“ lost ”,“ 02 ”if“ big hit ”, etc.). A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) regarding the variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern designation command (for example, if “no determination”) “00”, “11” for “PA1-1”, “12” for “PA1-2”, etc.).

  Next, special symbol process processing will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In the special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101. When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the first starting opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is on ( Step S201). When it is determined in the switch processing that the first starting opening switch 22A is on and the first starting opening switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the CPU 103 selects the first special view. It is determined whether or not the number of first special drawing reservations stored, which is the number of pending storages of the special drawing game used, is a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4") (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 is a first stored value of a first special view hold storage number counter (a counter for counting the first special view hold storage number) provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102. It suffices if the first special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading the special figure reserved memory number count value. When it is determined in step S202 that the number of first special view reservations is not the upper limit (step S202; No), the CPU 103 stores the starting opening buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102 The starting port buffer value, which is a value, is set to “1” (step S203).

  If it is determined in step S201 that the first starting opening switch 22A is off (step S201; No), or if it is determined in step S202 that the number of first special view storages has reached the upper limit (step S202; In the case of Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second starting opening switch 22B provided corresponding to the second starting winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B is on (step S204). When it is determined in the switch processing that the second start port switch 22B is on, for example, and it is determined that the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; Yes), the CPU 103 selects the second special view It is determined whether or not the second special view reserve storage number, which is the reserve storage number of the special view game used, is a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4") (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 is a second stored value of a second special view hold storage number counter (a counter for counting the second special view hold storage number) provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 It is only necessary to be able to specify the second special figure pending storage number by reading the special figure pending storage number count value. When it is determined in step S205 that the second special-image storage reserve number is not the upper limit value (step S205; No), the CPU 103 sets the starting opening buffer value to "2" (step S206). If it is determined that the second starting port switch 22B is not on (step S204; No), or if it is determined that the second special view pending storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the CPU 103 The start winning determination process is terminated.

  After executing either the process of step S203 or step S206, the CPU 103 updates the special view reserve storage number count value according to the starting opening buffer value so as to add 1 (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is increased. Add one. Thus, the first special figure reserved memory count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). Also, the second special figure reserved memory count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), is updated to add 1 (step S208).

  After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, the random number circuit 104 or random value data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 Numerical data (see FIG. 6) representing the numerical value MR1, the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted. Numeric data representing each random number value extracted in this manner is stored as hold data at the top of the empty entry in the special view hold storage unit according to the start port buffer value (step S210). For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. At this time, when the hold data is set in the first special view hold storage unit, the CPU 103 can control the first hold indicator 25A to specify the number of the first special view hold storages added by one. May be displayed on the first hold indicator 25A (for example, the number of lighted LEDs is increased by one). When the hold data is set in the second special view hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display capable of specifying the number of the second special view hold storages added by one. You may make it make the 2nd holding | maintenance display device 25B perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  The first special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 7A is not started yet, although a game ball has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first start winning has occurred. On-hold data of a special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the entry of the game ball The CPU 103 extracts the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the like as the reserved data. Are stored until a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4") is reached. Thus, the hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the first special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes stored information.

  Note that the hold number in the first special figure hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled on the effect control board 12 side) basically correspond to each other. For this reason, when the hold data is stored in the first special figure hold storage unit, the hold display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the hold number associated with the hold data. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “1”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the leftmost first display position of the first hold display portion 5HL. For example, when pending data is newly stored in association with the pending number "2", the pending display symbol is displayed at the second display position located on the right side of the first display position of the first pending display unit 5HL. Do.

  The second special figure reserve storage unit shown in FIG. 7 (B) is still started although the game ball enters the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B and the second start winning occurs. The reserved data of the special figure game (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball The random number value MR1 for special figure display result determination extracted by the CPU 103 from the random number circuit 104 etc., the random number value MR2 for big hit type determination, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for fluctuation pattern determination, etc. It stores until it reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). Thus, the hold data stored in the second special figure holding storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the second special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes memory information.

  The hold number of the second special view hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled by the effect control board 12) basically correspond to each other. Therefore, when the pending data is stored in the second special view pending storage unit, the pending display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the pending number associated with the pending data. For example, when the pending data is newly stored in association with the pending number "1", the pending display symbol is displayed at the first display position on the leftmost side of the second pending display unit 5HR. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “2”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the second display position on the right side of the first display position of the second hold display portion 5HR. Do.

  After executing the process of step S210, the CPU 103 performs a setting for transmitting a start opening prize designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S211). Thereafter, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting a reserved memory number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S212).

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 executes a winning random number value determination process (step S213). As described above, the winning random number determination process is a process for determining the start winning prize, and based on the random values MR1 and MR3 among the random values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209, This is a process of determining whether or not the variable display result of the variable display to be executed is "big hit" or "small hit", and the fluctuation pattern (see FIG. 12) of the variable display. Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether the start port buffer value is "1" or "2" (step S214). At this time, if it is determined that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S214; “2”), the CPU 103 clears the starting port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0” ( Step S215), the start winning determination process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined that the start port buffer value is “1” (step S214; “1”), the CPU 103 clears the start port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0”. From step S216, the process proceeds to step S204. As a result, even when both the first starting opening switch 22A and the second starting opening switch 22B simultaneously detect a starting winning combination of valid gaming balls, it is possible to surely complete the processing based on the detection of both starting starting winning combinations.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S213 of FIG. 5 as the winning random number value determination process. In this embodiment, when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, the special symbol display result (variable display result of the special symbol) is set to “big hit” or “small hit” by the special symbol normal processing. A determination is made as to whether or not to control the state or the small hit gaming state. In the variation pattern setting process, the variation pattern corresponding to the variable display mode of the decorative symbols is determined. On the other hand, apart from these determinations, in the winning random number value determination process, the game ball is extracted at the start winning timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning port (the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port). Whether or not the variable display result of the variable display of the execution target of the random number value (the random value extracted in the process of step S209) is “big hit” or “small hit”, or the variable display of decorative symbols The change pattern is determined (so-called “look ahead”). As a result, the special figure display result is “big hit” or before the variable display of the special symbol or decoration symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started (before the special game start condition is established). Pre-reading that “small hit” or the decorative display variable display form becomes the predetermined display form, and based on the pre-read result, the effect control CPU 120 or the like on the side of the effect control board 12 A display mode etc. can be determined.

  In the prize random number value determination process shown in FIG. 8, first, the CPU 103 determines, for example, a time saving flag (a flag that is turned on in the time saving state) or the like provided in a predetermined area (a game control flag setting unit etc.) of the RAM 102 The current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified by confirming the state of the probability change flag (flag that is turned on when in the probability change state) (step S301). The CPU 103 determines whether the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state by checking the value of the special view process flag provided in a predetermined area (game control flag control unit etc.) of the RAM 102, etc. Identify For example, if the value of the special view process flag is “4” to “7”, it may be specified that the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the big hit gaming state.

  Following the processing of step S301, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the specified gaming state is a big hit in the big hit gaming state (step S302). When it is determined that the jackpot is not in progress (step S302; No), the CPU 103 further determines whether or not the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is being performed in the high probability state or the time reduction state (step S303). ). If it is determined that the high base is in progress (step S303; Yes), or if it is determined in the process of step S302 that a big hit is in progress (step S402; Yes), the CPU 103 sets the starting opening buffer value to "2". It is determined whether or not there is (step S304). When it is determined that the starting opening buffer value is not "2" (step S304; No), the CPU 103 performs setting for restricting the determination at the time of winning (step S306).

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the starting opening buffer value is "2" (step S304; Yes), or when it is determined that the high base is not in the process of step S303 (step S303; No), the CPU 103 is shown in FIG. Corresponding to the starting opening buffer value (“1” or “2”) or the current gaming state from the first special view display result determination table or the second special view display result determination table shown in 10 (A), (B) A table for determining a special drawing display result to be used for determining a special drawing display result is selected (step S305).

  Following the process of step S305, the CPU 103 determines whether the random number MR1 is within the jackpot determination range (step S307). For example, the CPU 103 compares the individual determination values included in the jackpot determination range with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted by the process of step S209 shown in FIG. The presence or absence of a decision value that matches MR1 may be determined. Alternatively, numerical values indicating the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the determined values included in the jackpot determination range are set, and the CPU 103 determines the random number MR1 and the minimum value or maximum value of the jackpot determination range. By comparing, it may be determined whether or not the random value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range. At this time, it is determined that the variable display result based on the suspension data including the random number value MR1 is determined to be the "big hit" by determining that the random value MR1 is within the range of the big hit determination range (big hit start determination) it can.

  In the process of step S307, for example, the CPU 103 may read the random number value MR1 stored in the special image storage unit at step S210 and perform the above determination using the read random number value MR1. Further, CPU 103 holds random number value MR1 separately in step S210 in a predetermined area (area other than the special image storage section) of RAM 102 or a storage area of CPU 103, and the above determination based on the held random number values. May be performed. The same applies to the random value MR3 described later. Thus, the random value used in the winning random number determination process may not be the random value stored in the special figure storage unit.

  When it is determined in the process of step S307 that it is within the jackpot determination range (step S307; Yes), the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type based on the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination (step S308). At this time, the CPU 103 responds to the fluctuation special view (the “first special view” corresponding to “1” or the “second special view” corresponding to “2”) specified corresponding to the start opening buffer value. Then, the big hit type determination table data is selected from the big hit type determination table shown in FIG. 10 (C). The CPU 103 refers to the selected jackpot type determination table data to determine which of the multiple jackpot types is determined.

  Subsequent to the process of step S308, the CPU 103 selects a big hit fluctuation pattern determination table (see FIG. 13) described later prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 or the like and sets it in the use table (step S309). . The jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table is a table for determining the fluctuation pattern of the variable display in which the variable display result is "big hit", and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each fluctuation pattern.

  In the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13, the determination ratio is described instead of the range of determination values. In the actual table, it suffices if a determined value in a range corresponding to the determined ratio in FIG. 13 is assigned to each variation pattern. The determination ratio is a ratio in which the entire range (1 to 900) of values that the random number MR3 can take is 100. For example, as shown in FIG. 13A, when the big hit type is probabilistic / non-probable, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB1-1 is 5, the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern PB1-2 is 25, and the fluctuation pattern PB1- Since the decision ratio of 3 is 70, decision values 1 to 45 (range of 5%) to be compared with the random number value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-1, and the random value MR3 is assigned to the variation pattern PB1-2. Decided values 46 to 270 (range of 25%) to be compared are assigned, and decided values 271 to 900 (range of 70%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the fluctuation patterns PB1-3. The assignment of such decision values is the same for other tables in which the decision rates are described.

  If it is determined in the process of step S307 that it is not within the big hit determination range (step S307; No), CPU 103 determines whether the numerical data indicating the random number MR1 is within the predetermined small hit determination range (step S310). The CPU 103 executes the same process as in the case of the big hit determination range for the determination value assigned to the “small hit” special view display result in the special view display result determination table selected in the process of step S305. It is only necessary to determine whether or not the random value MR1 is within the small hit determination range.

  If it is determined that the small hit determination range is within the range (step S307; Yes), the small hit variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 13B) prepared by, for example, storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected Then, it is set in the use table (step S311). The small hit variation pattern determination table is a table for determining the variable display variation pattern in which the variable display result is "small hit", and a decision value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern. .

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hitting determination range is not within the range (step S310; No), a lost fluctuation pattern determining table (FIG. 13C, (D) prepared by storing in advance a predetermined area of the ROM 101, etc. ) Is selected and set in the use table (step S311). Specifically, when the current gaming state identified in step S301 is the non-time-short state (low base state) (when the time-short flag is in the off state), the lost change pattern determination table of FIG. If it is set in the use table and the current gaming state specified in step S301 is the time saving state (high base state) (when the time saving flag is in the on state), the lost fluctuation pattern determination table of FIG. Set in the usage table. The loss variation pattern determination table is a table for determining a variation pattern of variable display in which the variable display result is “lost”, and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern.

  After executing any of steps S309, S311, and S312, the CPU 103 determines the jackpot variation pattern set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 extracted in step S209. With reference to any one of the table, the small hit variation pattern determination table, and the loss variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern assigned to the determination value that matches the random number MR3 is determined (step S313). The CPU 103 determines the variation pattern by, for example, comparing each determination value assigned to each variation pattern with the random value MR3 to determine whether there is a determination value that matches the random value MR3. Alternatively, a numerical value indicating the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the determined value assigned to each variation pattern is set, and the CPU 103 sets the random value MR3 and the minimum value of the determined value. Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined by comparing with the maximum value.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S306 and S313, the CPU 103 performs transmission setting of the start winning command according to the determination result of step S308 or step S313 (step S314), and determines the winning random number value process. Finish. The start winning combination command is composed of a start opening winning combination designation command, a special figure hold storage number designation command, a symbol judgment result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command. When the starting opening buffer value is “1”, the first starting opening winning combination designation command, the first special view pending storage number specifying command, the symbol determination result specifying command, and the variation pattern determination result specification as the start winning combination command Configure transmission settings for commands and. When the starting opening buffer value is "2", the second starting opening winning combination designation command, the second special view hold storage number specifying command, the symbol determination result specification command, and the variation pattern determination result specification as the start winning combination command Configure transmission settings for commands and. The command set for transmission is transmitted in the command control process.

  The command to specify the number of 1st special figure hold storage number specification command and the 2nd special figure hold storage number specification command to send and set is the command to specify the current 1st special figure hold storage number and 2nd special view hold memory count The number of special figure holding memories to be designated may be specified as a command including corresponding EXT data, and may be specified by the count value of the first special drawing holding memory number counter or the second special drawing holding memory number counter. The symbol specification command to be sent and set is a command ("big hit") specifying that the decision result of the variable display result is "big hit" when the decision result of step S307 is within the big hit decision range (step S307; Yes) When the determination result in step S307 is the small hit determination range (step S310; Yes), a command specifying that the determination result of the variable display result is "small hit" Command that includes EXT data corresponding to “small hit”, and when the determination result in step S310 is not within the small hit determination range (step S310; No), a command specifying that the determination result of the variable display result is “loss” (A command including EXT data corresponding to “lost”), and the determination in step S303 When the result is start opening buffer value = 1 (step S304; No), a command specifying that “no determination” has not been made at the start winning combination determination (includes EXT data corresponding to “no determination” Command). The variation pattern determination result specification command to be set for transmission is a command (a command including EXT data corresponding to the variation pattern that is the determination result) that designates the variation pattern to be the determination result when the variation pattern is determined in step S313. When the determination result in step S304 is starting opening buffer value = 1 (step S304; No), a command specifying that “no determination” has not been made at the start winning combination determination (EXT corresponding to “not determined” Command including data).

  In the random number determination process at the time of winning, as described above, the variable display result of the variable display (special figure game) is "big hit" or "small" for the variable display corresponding to the random numbers MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209. It is determined whether or not it is “winning” and the variation pattern of the variable display (see FIG. 13), and so-called prefetching is performed. In this process, the determination is made based on the current gaming state, and the determination is not necessarily accurate because the determination is not made based on the gaming state when the variable display is actually executed. It is possible to predict variable display results and fluctuation patterns with accuracy. Further, in the winning random number value determination process, the process is started by the process of step S304 based on the case where it is determined that the jackpot is in progress in the process of step S302, or based on the time saving control determined in the process of step S303. It is determined whether the mouth buffer value is "2". At this time, when the starting opening buffer value is “1” and not “2”, the processing in step S305 is not performed, the processing proceeds to step S314, and the determination at the starting winning is not performed. Thus, when high opening control accompanying time saving control is performed, or in the big hit gaming state, each of the above is based on the occurrence of the starting winning (first starting winning) due to the game ball entering the first starting winning opening. Limit the decision not to be made. Thereby, when the special view game using the second special view is executed prior to the special view game using the first special view, the first start winning is achieved when the time saving control is in progress or the big hit gaming state It is possible to ensure the soundness of the game by restricting the execution of the pre-reading based on.

  After the start winning determination process is performed in step S101 shown in FIG. Select and execute one of the processes.

  The special symbol normal processing of step S110 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "0". In this special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display device 4A, the first special symbol display unit 4A, the second special symbol reservation storage unit, the second special figure reservation storage unit, and the like are stored on the basis of the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It is determined whether or not the special symbol game is started by the second special symbol display device 4B. Also, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special pattern display result, whether the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative pattern is "big hit" is the variable display result Make a decision (pre-decision) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal processing, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game, the finalized special symbol (big hit symbol, in the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B Lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal processing, when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to “1”.

  FIG. 9 is a flow chart showing an example of the special symbol normal processing executed in step S110 shown in FIG. When the special symbol normal processing is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether the number of second special view reservations is "0" (step S231). The second special figure reservation storage count is the number of reserved storages of the special view game using the second special view by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 may read the second special-image pending storage count value and determine whether the read value is “0”.

  If it is determined in step S231 that the number of second special view reservations is other than “0” (step S231; No), the CPU 103 determines, for example, the start area of the second special view suspension storage unit (for example, suspension number “1” As storage data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a storage area corresponding to “”), numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is read (step S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, by being stored in a variable random number buffer or the like.

  Subsequent to the process of step S232, the CPU 103 updates the second special view reserve storage number to be decremented by 1, for example, by subtracting 1 from the second special view reserve storage count value and updating the same. The storage content in the second special view storage unit is shifted (step S233). For example, the pending data stored in the storage area (the storage area corresponding to the pending numbers “2” to “4”) lower than the pending number “1” in the second special view pending storage unit is one entry at a time The storage area is shifted to the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers "1" to "3". Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated so as to be decremented by one. Then, the CPU 103 updates the variation special feature designation buffer value, which is the storage value of the variation special feature designation buffer provided in the predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, to "2" (step S234). .

  When it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S231; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S231: Yes). Step S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 may read the first special map hold storage count value and determine whether the read value is “0”. As described above, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the number of second special view reservations is “0”, and the number of first special views suspension storage is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  If the special game is executed in the order in which the game balls enter the start winning opening regardless of whether it is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, the first starting winning opening And the starting opening data indicating which game ball has entered into the second starting winning opening is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in association with the holding number together with the holding data or separately from the holding data, The order in which the start conditions are satisfied may be specified for the special-figure games corresponding to the respective hold data.

  When it is determined in step S235 that the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” (step S235; No), for example, the first special figure reservation storage unit corresponds to the head area (for example, the reservation number “1”). Numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is read out as pending data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, such as a storage area to be stored (step S236). Thereby, the game random number extracted in response to the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) at the first start winning opening in the process of step S236 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, by being stored in a variable random number buffer or the like.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, the CPU 103 updates the first special figure reserved memory number to be decremented by 1, for example by subtracting and updating the first special figure reserved memory number count value by one, and the like. The contents stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the first special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time ( Shift to storage areas corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing any of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the CPU 103 determines the special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, as either "big hit" or "loss" (step S239). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the special figure display result. For example, the CPU 103 sets a special drawing display result determination table shown in FIG. 10 as a use table. In the special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result determination determines that the special figure display result is "big hit" or "miss" It is only necessary to be assigned to the determination result as to whether or not the game state is a probable change state.

  The CPU 103 reads, from the variation random number buffer, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determination of the special view display result included in the game random number temporarily stored in the variation random number buffer in step S232 or S236, and the gaming state is in a definite state Whether or not the gaming state is a definite change state to a determined value matching the random number value MR1 by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on whether or not there is, and numerical data indicating the random number value MR1. Accordingly, the determined determination result of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “lack” may be determined as the special figure display result.

  In this embodiment, as the special figure display result determination table, a first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10A and a second special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. It is prepared. The first special figure display result determination table displays the variable display result before the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived and displayed in the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. Whether or not to control the big hit gaming state as “big hit” and whether to control the small hit game state as the “small hit” based on the random display value MR1 for determining the special figure display result Is a table that is referenced to The second special figure display result determination table 130B shows the variable display result before the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived and displayed in the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Whether or not to control the big hit gaming state as "big hit" and whether to control the small hit game state as "small hit" based on the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result It is a table that is referenced to make decisions.

  In the first special view display result determination table shown in FIG. 10 (A), whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state or the short time state (low probability state) or the definite variation state (high probability state) Accordingly, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit", "small hit", or "loss". In the second special view display result determination table shown in FIG. 10 (B), the special view is made depending on whether the gaming state is the normal state or the short time state (low probability state) or the positive change state (high probability state). A numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is assigned to the special map display result of "big hit" or "loss".

  In the first special figure display result decision table or the second special figure display result decision table, the table data indicating the decision value compared with the random value MR1 for special figure display result decision has the special figure display result as “big hit”. It is data for determination assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state. In each of the first special figure display result determination table and the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the probability variation state (high probability state), it is more than the normal state or the short time state (low probability state). Many decision values are assigned to the "big hit" special map display results. As a result, in the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the probability variation control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is “big hit” compared to the normal state or the short time state (low probability state). The probability of being determined to control the state is high. That is, in each of the first special figure display result determination table and the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probable change state, it is a big hit compared to the normal state and the short time state The determination data is assigned to the determination result as to whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state so that the probability to be determined to control to the gaming state is high.

  In the setting example of the first special figure display result determination table, a predetermined range of determined values (values in the range of “30000” to “30100”) are assigned to the special figure display results of “small hits”. On the other hand, in the setting example of the second special view display result determination table, the determination value is not assigned to the special view display result of “small hit”. In the case where the variable display result is determined based on such a setting that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied, In the case where the variable display result is determined based on the establishment of the second start condition for starting the special view game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, the special view display result is displayed. The ratio determined to be controlled in the small hit gaming state as “small hit” can be varied.

  In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, it is not determined that the special figure display result is “small hit” to control the small hit gaming state. In a gaming state in which a game ball is likely to enter the second starting prize opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, such as a probability variation state (high probability high base state), frequent small hit gaming states in which it is difficult to obtain a prize ball Can be prevented to prevent a decrease in the game entertainment due to the extension of the game. In the second special figure display result determination table, a predetermined range of determination values different from the settings in the first special figure display result determination table may be assigned to the “small hit” special figure display result. . For example, in the second special figure display result determination table, a smaller decision value than the first special figure display result determination table may be assigned to the “small hit” special figure display result. In this way, even in the high base state such as the time saving state or the probability changing state, the proportion determined to control the small hitting gaming state is lower than in the low base state such as the normal state or the time saving none definite changing state. Good. Alternatively, regardless of whether the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, the special figure display result is determined by referring to the common special figure display result determination table and determining the special figure display result. A decision may be made.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is “big hit” (step S240). If it is determined that the special view display result is "big hit" (step S240; Yes), the CPU 103 sets the big hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 to the on state (step S241). In addition, the CPU 103 determines the big hit type as one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S 242, a jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 or the like is selected, and is set in the use table for determining the jackpot type. The CPU 103 sets, for example, a jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10C as a use table. In the jackpot type determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10C, the numerical values (decision values) to be compared with the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination are "non-probability", "probability" and " It is sufficient if they are assigned to "probable".

  The CPU 103 reads out the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the big hit type included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation, and the big hit read from the random number buffer for variation By referring to the jackpot type determination table set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for type determination, any of the jackpot types to which the determined value matching the random number MR2 is assigned is selected do it.

  FIG. 10C shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. The big hit classification determination table determines the big hit classification to one of a plurality of kinds based on the random number value MR2 for the big hit classification determination when it is determined to control the special figure display result to the big hit gaming state as "big hit". It is a table that is referred to. In the big hit classification determination table 131, whether the special symbol for which variable display (variation) has been performed in the special figure game is the first special figure (special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A) or the second special figure (the second special figure Depending on whether it is a special design game by the special symbol display device 4B), the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is plural such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, “probability” It is assigned to the type of jackpot type.

  In the setting example of the big hit type determination table, the assignment of the decision value to the big hit type of “surprise” differs depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special figure or the second special figure. That is, when the fluctuation special chart is the first special figure, the predetermined value (a value in the range of “70” to “99”) is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”, while the fluctuation special figure Is the second special view, the determination value is not assigned to the "probable" jackpot type. With such a setting, the jackpot type is determined to be any of a plurality of types based on the establishment of the first start condition for starting the special drawing game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. And if the jackpot type is determined to be any of a plurality of types based on the establishment of the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The rate at which the jackpot type is determined to be "probable" can be made different. In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, it is not determined that the big hit type is “surprise” and the short-open big hit state is controlled. In the gaming state where it is easy for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening formed by the device 6B, avoiding frequent occurrences of short-term open jackpot state in which it is difficult to obtain a winning ball, and preventing decline in gaming interest due to extension of the game it can.

  Even when the fluctuation special chart is the second special figure, a predetermined range of determined values different from the case where the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure may be assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type. Good. For example, when the fluctuation special chart is the second special figure, a smaller decision value may be assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type than when the fluctuation special chart is the first special figure. Alternatively, regardless of whether the fluctuation special chart is the first special chart or the second special chart, the jackpot type may be determined with reference to the common table data.

  After executing the process of step S242, the CPU 103 stores the jackpot type (step S243). In the big hit type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, the CPU 103 sets a big hit type buffer setting value (for example, “non-probable change”) indicating the determination result of the big hit type. ”And“ 1 ”in the case of“ probability change ”), the jackpot type may be stored.

  If it is determined that the special view display result is not a "big hit" (step S240; No), the CPU 103 determines whether the special view display result is a "small hit" (step S244). When it is determined that the special figure display result is "small hit" (step S244; Yes), the CPU 103 sets the small hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 to the on state (step S245).

  After performing the process of step S243, after performing the process of step S245, or when it is determined in the process of step S244 that the special figure display result is not "small hit" (step S244; No) The CPU 103 determines a finalized special symbol to be a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game (step S246). For example, if it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the CPU 103 determines a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S242 (according to the big hit type buffer setting value). Any of the special symbols predetermined as is determined as a finalized special symbol. When it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is "small hit", the CPU 103 determines one of the special symbols predetermined as the small hit symbol as the determined special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S244 that the special figure display result is not a "small hit", the CPU 103 determines a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol as a confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the processing of step S246, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special drawing process flag to "1" (step S247), and ends the special symbol normal processing. When the value of the special processing process flag is updated to "1" in step S247, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed.

  In the process of step S235, when it is determined that the number of reserved memories of the special view game using the first special figure is "0" (step S235; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a predetermined demonstration display setting (in step S235; Step S248), special symbol normal processing ends. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (waiting customer demonstration specification command) for specifying a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image or the like on the image display device 5 is effective from the main substrate 11 It is determined whether transmission to the control board 12 has been completed. At this time, if it has already been sent, the demo display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, after setting the transmission of the customer waiting demonstration designation command, the demonstration display setting is terminated. In the effect control board 12, when the customer waiting demo specification command is transmitted, the demonstration screen is displayed.

  The variation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "1". This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of prior determination as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”. Since the variation pattern designates the content (variable display mode) of the variable display of the decorative design, the content of the variable display of the decorative design is determined by this determination. The variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is preset corresponding to the variation pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time (special diagram variation time) from the start of variable symbol special display until the finalized special symbol resulting in variable display is derived is determined. Is done. Furthermore, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 shown in FIG. When the variation pattern setting process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether the big hit flag is in the on state (step S261). When it is determined that the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the CPU 103 determines a fluctuation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special view display result is "big hit" (step S262). When it is determined in the process of step S261 that the big hit flag is in the off state (step S261; No), the CPU 103 determines whether the small hit flag is in the on state (step S263). If it is determined that the small hit flag is in the on state (step S263; Yes), the CPU 103 determines a variation pattern corresponding to the small hit when the special view display result is "small hit" (step S264). On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit flag is in the off state (step S263; No), the CPU 103 determines a fluctuation pattern corresponding to the lost time when the special view display result is "loss" (step S265).

  FIG. 12 shows a specific example of the fluctuation pattern in the present embodiment.

  Variation pattern PA1-1 is selected when the variable display result is "losing", specifies non-reach (that the variable display mode does not become a reach mode), and the special figure fluctuation time is normal Non-reach variation pattern of length.

  Fluctuation pattern PA1-2 is selected when the variable display result is "losing", specifies non-reach (that the variable display mode does not become a reach mode), and the special figure fluctuation time is more than usual Is a short non-reach variation pattern for short.

  The variation pattern PA2-1 is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of normal reach, which is selected when the variable display result is "losing". The variation pattern PA2-2 is selected when the variable display result is "losing", and is a reach variation pattern that designates the execution of the super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PA2-3 is selected when the variable display result is "losing", and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates the execution of the super reach B.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of normal reach. The fluctuation pattern PB1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PB1-3 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of super reach B.

  The variation pattern PC1-1 is selected when the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probable" and when the variable display result is "small hit", and specifies non-reach. It is a non-reach fluctuation pattern. The variation pattern PC1-2 is selected for when the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probable" and when the variable display result is "small hit", and only for bump / small hit It is a reach variation pattern that specifies the execution of reach. Here, the reachable / small hit dedicated reach is a reach that can be selected and determined only when the variable display result is a hit or hit. The decorative pattern for the jackpot is a state in which the combination of the left, middle and right decorative patterns is stopped and displayed as "3", "5" and "7". In addition, the decoration design for the small hit is a state in which the combination of the decoration design on the left, the center and the right is stopped and displayed at "2", "4" and "6".

  In the process of step S262 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the big hit variation pattern is determined using the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A, which is stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. As an example, in the jackpot variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the variation pattern determination result. The CPU 103 refers to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table based on numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for fluctuation pattern determination read out from the fluctuation random number buffer, and the fluctuation assigned to the decision value matching the random value MR3. The pattern may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern of this time. In FIG. 13A, the determination ratio is described instead of the determination value.

  In the process of step S264 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the variation pattern at the time of small hitting is determined using the small hitting variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13B which is stored in advance in a predetermined area of ROM 101. . As an example, in the small hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for variation pattern determination may be assigned to the variation pattern determination result. The CPU 103 is assigned to a decision value matching the random value MR3 by referring to the small hit variation pattern determination table based on numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for variation pattern determination read out from the variation random number buffer. The variation pattern may be determined (selected) as the present variation pattern. Note that, in FIG. 13, the determination ratio is described instead of the determination value. Note that in FIG. 13B, the determination ratio is described instead of the determination value.

  In the process of step S265 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the fluctuation pattern at the time of losing is determined using the losing fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Be done. When the gaming state is the non-time-short state (the time-short flag is off), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. When the gaming state is the short time state (the short time flag is on), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. As an example, in each lost fluctuation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for fluctuation pattern determination may be allocated to the fluctuation pattern determination result. The CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 read from the variation random number buffer, and thereby the variation assigned to the determination value that matches the random value MR3. The pattern may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern of this time. In FIGS. 13C and 13D, the determination ratio is described instead of the determination value.

  In the loss variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 13C and 13D, the variation pattern PA1-1 having a short special variation time is more easily selected in the short-time state, and the average is larger than that in the non-short-time state. The variable display time can be shortened, and the occurrence of invalid start winnings can be suppressed, and the stoppage of the game ball by the player (so-called “stopping”) can be reduced. In addition, the execution frequency of variable display can be increased.

  As shown in FIG. 13, at the time of big hit (probability variation / non-probability variation), the determination ratio of the variation pattern PB1-3 for executing the super reach B is the highest, and the variation pattern PB1-2 of the super reach A, variation of the normal reach The determination ratio is gradually decreased in the order of the pattern PB1-1. At the time of loss, the determination ratio of the non-reach fluctuation pattern PA1-1 is the highest, and the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 of normal reach, the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 of super reach A, and the fluctuation pattern PA2-3 of super reach B The decision rate is gradually decreasing. From this, when the super reach B is executed, the variable display result becomes the "big hit" at the highest rate. Then, in the order of super reach A and normal reach, the rate at which the variable display result becomes “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) decreases.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 13, at the time of the big hit (probability), the determination ratio of the variation pattern PC1-2 of the probability / small hitting reach is higher than the determination ratio of the variation pattern PC1-1 of non-reach. On the other hand, when the small hit, the determination ratio of the non-reach variation pattern PC1-1 is higher than the determination ratio of the probability / small hit reach variation pattern PC1-2. From this, when the variation pattern PC1-2 of the sudden / small hit reach is executed, the variable display result tends to be “big hit (surprise)”, and when the non-reach fluctuation pattern PC1-1 is executed, Variable display results are likely to be "small hits".

  After executing any of the processes of steps S262, S264 and S265, the CPU 103 sets a special figure fluctuation time (also referred to as fluctuation time) which is a variable display time of the special symbol (step S266). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. As shown in FIG. 12, the special figure fluctuation time is previously determined corresponding to a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. The CPU 103 can set the timing at which a special symbol or decorative symbol variable display result is derived by setting a special symbol variation time corresponding to the variation pattern selected in each process of steps S262, S264, and S265. The setting of the special figure fluctuation time is performed, for example, by setting a timer value corresponding to the special figure fluctuation time in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 or the like.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S266, of the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B, start In order to start one of the special drawing games for which the condition is satisfied, setting for starting the change of the special symbol is performed (step S 267). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. Thereby, a special figure game is started. When the CPU 103 starts variable display using the first special view, the CPU 103 controls the first hold indicator 25A to display a display capable of identifying the number of the first special view hold storage subtracted by one. It is also possible to cause the hold indicator 25A to perform (for example, to decrease the number of lighted LEDs by one). When the CPU 103 starts variable display using the second special view, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display the second special view which can be used to specify the second special view hold storage number decremented by one. For example, the number of lighted LEDs may be reduced by one on the hold indicator 25B.

  After executing the process of step S267, the CPU 103 sends a special symbol change start command (change start command) to notify the effect control board 12 of the special figure display result, the change pattern determination result, and the like. Transmission setting is performed (step S268). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends the first variation start designation command, the variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S244), a first special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The first special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S237, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the first special figure reserved memory number when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Configure transmission settings for sequential transmission. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a second variation start designation command, a variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S244), a second special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The second special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S233, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the second special figure reserved memory count when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Configure transmission settings for sequential transmission.

  After executing the processing of step S268, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special drawing process flag to "2" (step S267), and ends the variation pattern setting processing. When the value of the special view process flag is updated to "2" in step S267, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the special symbol variation processing of step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "2". The special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting one from the timer value of the game control process timer. And, when the timer value of the game control process timer (timer value after 1 subtraction) is not 0, because special figure fluctuation time has not elapsed, control (for example (1) Update the display of the special view and the second special view (including the update for maintaining the display of the special symbol for a predetermined period of time. The same applies in the following). A process for changing the special symbol is performed in 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the special symbol variation process is ended. On the other hand, when the timer value of the game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the special symbol reaches the special figure variation time, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display The variation of the special symbol is stopped in the device 4B, and the fixed special symbol (fixed special symbol set in step S110) as the variable display result of the special symbol is stopped (displayed and derived) (the fixed special symbol is displayed for a predetermined time In addition, when the display is stopped, the symbol confirmation designation command is set to be transmitted, and the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”. By repeatedly executing step S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, variable display of a special symbol, derivation display of a confirmed special symbol, and the like are realized.

  The special symbol stopping process of step S113 is executed when the value of the special drawing process flag is "3". In the special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit flag is on. When the jackpot flag is in the on state, the CPU 103 performs setting for ending the special game state such as the probability change state or the time saving state. For example, the count of the time counter is reset (turned off) the probability change flag and the time saving flag, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 to count the number of remaining variable displays (time remaining count) executed during the time saving state. A process of setting the count value of the short time counter to “0” to count the value is performed. Then, a timer value corresponding to the fanfare wait time (waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, and a predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer as an initial value. Then, “16” is set as an initial value in a round number counter provided in the RAM 102 for counting round games. Thereafter, a setting is made to transmit a hit start designation command and a gaming state designation command (here, a command to designate a normal state) to designate the current gaming state, and update the special processing process flag to "4", etc. The special symbol stop process is terminated. Since the gaming state is changed after the big hit gaming state, it is not necessary to transmit a gaming state designation command here.

  When the big hit flag is in the off state, the CPU 103 determines whether the small hit flag is in the on state, and when the small hit flag is in the on state, the small hit start effect waiting time (small Is a waiting time until the execution of the production corresponding to the start of the hit gaming state is started, which is a predetermined time), and the special hit display result is “small hit” The transmission setting of the small hitting start designation command (effect control command), which is a control command for designating the start of the gaming state, is performed, and the special figure process flag is updated to "8". On the other hand, when the small hit flag is in the off state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 determines whether or not to end a special game state such as a probability change state or a time saving state. For example, the CPU 103 determines whether the time saving flag is in the on state, and when the time saving flag is in the on state, subtracts “1” from the count value of the time saving counter. It is determined whether or not the count value after “1” is subtracted is “0”. If the count value is “0”, the time saving end condition is satisfied when the time saving state ends (that is, Since a predetermined number of variable displays that can be executed in the state has been executed), the time reduction flag is turned off to end the time reduction state. Thereafter, transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command (here, a command for designating a high probability low base state) is performed based on the current gaming state, and the special symbol stop process is ended.

  The big hit opening pre-processing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "4". In this big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the game control process timer. If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the big hit release pre-processing ends. When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the fanfare waiting time has elapsed and the round game start timing has come. In this case, the process of starting execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and opening the big winning opening (for example, processing of transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door), the big winning opening For example, processing for setting a timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the period for setting the game control process timer to the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”. By repeating step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, waiting until the start timing of the round game (waiting until the end of the fanfare), opening of the big prize opening, and the like are realized.

  The big hit open processing of step S115 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the process of subtracting one from the timer value of the game control process timer, the timer value after subtracting one, the number of gaming balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch Based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102, etc.) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be in the ON state in the process, etc. It includes a process of determining whether it is time to return to a part open state).

  If it is determined that the timer value after subtracting 1 has become 0, or if it is determined that the detected number of gaming balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the special winning opening is Since it is time to close, the process of returning the big winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of stopping transmission of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for big winning opening door and turning off the solenoid 82), Processing to set a timer value corresponding to the closing period of the special winning opening (interval period of a round game, a preset period) to the game control process timer, processing to reduce the count value of the round number counter, etc. Executed. If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0, and the number of detected gaming balls has not reached a predetermined number, processing to maintain the opening state of the special winning opening (for example, the solenoid drive signal The process of continuing the supply is performed, and the big hit open process is ended. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to "6". By repeatedly performing step S115 each time a timer interrupt occurs, the open state of the special winning opening is maintained until the timing of returning the special winning opening from the open state to the closed state.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this big hit opening post process, processing to determine whether the count value of the round number counter has become "0", processing to reduce the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 when it has not become "0", etc. Done.

  If it is determined that the count value of the round number counter is “0”, it means that the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, so the ending waiting time (start of ending in the big hit gaming state) The timer value corresponding to the waiting time from the end to the end and the predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command is performed, and a process for updating the special drawing process flag to "7" is also performed.

  If the timer value of the game control process timer is decremented by 1, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is 0. If it is not 0, it is not the start timing of the round game, so it is closed. Is maintained, and the processing after the big hit release ends. If it is 0, it is the start timing of the round game, so the timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the process for opening the big winning opening and the period for opening the big winning opening. A process for setting the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  Each round game is realized by repeatedly executing S115 and S116 after the special winning opening is opened in step S114 each time a timer interrupt occurs.

  The big hit end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "7". In the big hit end process, a process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed. If the timer value decremented by 1 is not 0, the ending has not ended, and the jackpot end processing is ended as it is. When the timer value decremented by 1 reaches 0, the ending ends, so depending on the big hit type (big hit type buffer setting value) stored in the big hit type buffer, the short time flag, short time counter, probability variation flag, etc. Set the state of.

  For example, if the jackpot type is "ceremony change", the time saving flag and the probability changing flag are turned on, and "100" is set as a count initial value in a time reduction counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the jackpot type is "non-probable", only the time saving flag is turned on, and "100" is set in the time saving number counter as the count initial value. If the big hit type is “surprise”, only the probability variation flag is turned on. In the big hit end process, after such setting, send setting to send the game state specification command specifying the game state according to the setting, various data such as game control process timer, big hit type buffer setting value (next The display of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The small hit release pre-processing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit release pre-processing includes the fact that the variable display result is “small hit” and the timing for opening the big prize opening (for example, the small hit start start waiting time set above) Processing including opening the big winning opening, processing of starting measurement of an elapsed time after opening the opening, and the like. Furthermore, in the small hit opening pre-processing, for example, the upper limit of the period for which the big winning opening is in the open state is “0.5 seconds, as in the case where the variable display result is“ big hit ”and the big hit type becomes“ probable ”. ”Or the like is set to the small hit gaming state. When a process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “9”. By repeatedly executing step S118, the standby state is controlled until the special winning opening is opened.

  The small hit open processing in step S119 is executed when the value of the special processing process flag is "9". In this small hit open process, a big win based on the process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening, the elapsed time measured, the number of gaming balls detected by the count switch 23, etc. The process of determining whether or not it is time to return the mouth from the open state to the closed state (or may be partially open), and the timing to return the grand prize opening from the open state to the closed state (of the game ball Processing that returns the special winning opening to the closed state when it is determined that the number has reached a predetermined number (for example, nine) or when the elapsed time reaches the upper limit period set in step S118 Etc. are included. Then, when the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, processing to determine whether the number of opening times has reached the predetermined upper limit number, or the timing when the special winning opening is returned to the closing state when the upper number has not been reached. A process of measuring the elapsed time from the above, and a process of setting the special winning opening again when the measured elapsed time reaches a preset time are executed. When the opening number of the special winning opening reaches the upper limit number, the small hit end designated command which is a control command for notifying that the small hit gaming state has ended is set to be transmitted, and the value of the special view process flag is “10 Is updated. The command set for transmission is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process described above, for example, after the special symbol process process is completed. Step S118 is repeatedly executed, and step S119 is repeatedly executed to realize the small hit gaming state.

  The small hitting end process of step S120 is executed when the value of the special process process flag is "10". In this small hit end process, there is a waiting time corresponding to a period during which the presentation operation for informing the end of the small hit gaming state is executed by the presentation device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. It includes a process of waiting until it passes (it ends the small hitting end process until the waiting time passes) and the like. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the state of the probability change flag or the time saving flag is not changed, and the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit gaming state has elapsed, the value of the special processing process flag is updated to “0”.

  Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described.

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

  Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 occurs separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time has elapsed. This interruption is, for example, an interruption that occurs when an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. If an interruption occurs because the effect control INT signal is turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interruption prohibition, but the interruption is not performed automatically when using a CPU that is not in the interruption prohibition state. It is desirable to issue a prohibited instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture The effect control command fetched at this time is stored, for example, in a effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, for example, after the various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main substrate 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer are read, the read effect control commands are read out. Settings and controls corresponding to are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process process is executed. In the effect control process, for example, various operations such as an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, and the like. The control content of the rendering operation using the rendering device is determined, determined, set, and the like according to the rendering control command or the like transmitted from the main substrate 11. Subsequent to the effect control process, the effect random number updating process is executed, and software is used to update numerical data indicating effect random numbers counted by the random counter of the RAM 122 as various random number values used for effect control. Thereafter, it is determined again whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on.

  FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the command analysis process. In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 receives a start winning command (start opening winning designation command, special figure reserved memory number designation command, symbol judgment result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) from the main board 11. It is determined whether there is any (step S401).

  When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S401; Yes), the received command is stored in the starting winning command buffer (step S402). When a first start opening winning combination designation command or a first special view hold storage number specification command is received as a start winning combination command, a start winning combination command (first start opening winning combination designation command, first special view hold storage number specification command , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) are stored in a first start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. When a second start opening winning combination designation command or a second special view hold storage number specification command is received as a start winning combination command, a start winning combination command (second start opening winning combination designation command, second special view hold storage number specification command , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) is stored in a second start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  FIG. 15A shows an example of the configuration of the first start winning combination command buffer. In the first start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the first start winning is stored. In the first start winning command buffer, a storage area (corresponding to each of the hold display numbers 1 to 4) capable of storing various data corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the first special figure hold memory number (for example, 4) Area) is provided.

  When there is a start winning to the first start winning opening, four commands of the first starting opening winning specified command, the first special view hold storage specified command, the symbol determination result specified command, the variation pattern determination result specified command 1 A presentation control command (command at start winning) set as a set is transmitted from the main board 11 to the presentation control board 12. In addition to the first start winning combination command, the first special figure hold storage specification command, the symbol determination result specification command, and the variation pattern determination result specification command, other information is held in the first start winning command buffer. A storage area is secured so that it can be stored in association with storage information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data specifying the start winning combination command from the top of the free space of the first start winning combination command buffer according to the reception order. The data in the free area of the first start winning command buffer, that is, the area in which no data is stored is "0000 (H)". Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the minimum hold display number in which all the storage areas of the start winning command are "0000 (H)" in the first start winning command buffer. In the storage area to be stored, each effect control command data is stored in the order of the first starting opening winning combination designation command, the first special view hold storage designation command, the symbol judgment result designation command, and the fluctuation pattern judgment result designation command.

  The first start winning command buffer is provided with a storage area for storing other information corresponding to each hold display number, and a storage area for storing a display mode change pattern, which will be described later. . The display mode change pattern is a type indicating a change (transition) of the display mode (display color) of the hold display and the active display. As shown in FIG. 15A, when the display mode change pattern is “0”, the display mode change pattern is not set and the hold notice effect is not executed. (Display color) does not change with "white" in the normal mode.

  FIG. 15B is a configuration example of the second start winning command buffer. In the second start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the second start winning is stored. The second start winning command buffer supports storage areas (hold display numbers 1 to 4) that can store various data for the number corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the second special view hold storage number Region) is provided.

  When there is a start prize at the second start prize opening, four commands of a second start opening prize designation command, a second special figure hold storage designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command are set to 1 The set effect control command (start winning prize command) is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition to the second start opening prize designation command, the second special figure hold memory designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, the variation pattern judgment result designation command, other information is held in the second start prize command buffer. A storage area is secured so that the information can be stored in association with the stored information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data for specifying the start winning command from the top of the empty area of the second start winning command buffer in accordance with the receiving order. The empty area of the second start winning command buffer, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the minimum hold display number in which all the storing regions of the start winning command are "0000 (H)" in the second start winning command buffer. The effect control command data is stored in the storage area in the order of the second start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold storage designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command.

  Similarly to the first start winning command buffer, the second start winning command buffer has a storage area for storing other information corresponding to each of the hold display numbers, and displays a display mode change pattern to be described later. A storage area for storing is provided. In the display change patterns corresponding to the hold display numbers “2” and “4” shown in FIG. 15B, “PT4-3-06” and “PT4-4-29” are stored, respectively. This indicates that the hold notice effect is executed for the hold display corresponding to the display numbers “2” and “4”.

  Returning to the explanation of the flowchart of the command analysis process shown in FIG. 14, after step S402 is executed or when it is determined that the start winning command is not received (step S401; No), the effect control CPU 120 controls the game It is determined whether a state designation command has been received (step S403). If it is determined that the gaming state designation command has been received (step S403; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 switches the on / off state of the high probability flag and the high base flag based on the content of the received gaming state designation command. (Step S404).

  The high-accuracy flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the probability-changing state. The on / off state switches in response to the on / off state switching. The high base flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the short time state. The on / off state switches in response to the on / off state switching. For example, when the game state designation command designates the high-accuracy high-base state (for example, designates that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are on), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the high-probability flag and the high Both base flags are turned on (if the flag is already on, the on state is maintained. The same applies to the on / off states for both flags). When the gaming state designation command specifies the high probability low base state (for example, when the probability variation flag is on and the time reduction flag is off), the high probability flag is turned on and high base Turn off the flag. When the gaming state designation command specifies the low probability low base state (normal state) (for example, when specifying that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are off), both the high probability flag and the high base flag are used. Turn off.

  After executing step S404, or when it is determined that the command for start winning is not received (step S403; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes other analysis processing (step S405), and the command analysis processing. Finish.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 16, the process performed in response to the reception of each effect control command in the command analysis process will be described. The content shown in the item “processing content” shown in FIG. 16 is, for example, the processing executed in step S405. Further, the step numbers shown in the item of “process content” indicate the step numbers in the flowchart shown in FIG. 14, which means that the corresponding step processing is executed. In addition, each reception flag and each storage area indicated in the item “processing content” are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Setting the reception flag means turning on.

  For example, when the received effect control command is a fluctuation pattern designation command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122. Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets a variation pattern command reception flag.

  For example, if the received effect control command is a display result designation command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received display result designation command in a display result designation command storage area formed in the RAM 122.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 17, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a hold display setting process (step S161).

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the hold display setting process. When the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 18 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether a start winning game command has been received (step S501). When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S501; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 receives the first reserve memory number addition designation command received in the low base state or the received start winning command. It is determined whether or not any of the second pending storage count addition designation commands received in the base state (step S502). In the present embodiment, by executing the process of step S502, in the low base state, when the on-hold memory increases based on the winning on the first start winning opening 13, the on-hold notice effect becomes executable, and the high base In the state, when the on-hold memory increases based on the winning on the second start winning opening 14, on-hold notice effect becomes executable.

  When it is determined that it is either the first start winning opening designation command received in the low base state or the second starting winning opening designation command received in the high base state (step S502; Yes), the CPU 120 for effect control Determines the display mode of the hold display (step S503). The CPU 120 for effect control uses, for example, the active display mode determination table and the display mode change determination table shown in FIG. 19 to FIG. The display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display is determined with reference. The effect control CPU 120 may obtain the variable display variable display result and the variation pattern with reference to the symbol determination result designation command and the variation pattern determination result designation command included in the start winning prize command.

  Next, determination of the display mode of the hold display and the active display will be described. In the present embodiment, a hold notice effect that changes each display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not yet started and the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed is executed step by step. The active display mode determination table shown in FIG. 19 is a table for determining in advance the display mode (also referred to as the “final display mode”) of the active display which is the final stage of the change (transition) of the display mode. As shown in FIG. 19, the active display mode determination table is a determination for determining which display color (display mode) to be used as the final display mode for each variable display result (including the jackpot type and the variation pattern). Percentages are assigned. More specifically, the variable display results are classified into “big hit (probability / non-probability change)”, “big hit (probability)”, “losing (super reach) / small hit”, and “other than the above”. Different determination ratios are assigned to “white”, “blue”, “green”, and “red” prepared as display colors of the active display.

  As shown in FIG. 19, when the variable display result is “big hit (probability change / non-probability change)” in which 16 round games are executed, “red color” is displayed as an active display form (display color) which is the final display form. The determination ratio is set to be the highest, and the determination ratio decreases in the order of “green”, “blue”, and “white”. On the other hand, when the variable display result is "big hit (probable)" in which two round games are executed, the determination ratio of "green" is the highest as the active display mode (display color), and then "blue" The determination rate is high, and the determination rates of “red” and “white” are set to be the lowest. In addition, when the variable display result is "loss (super reach)" or "small hit" that includes super reach effect in the variation pattern, the determination ratio of "blue" as the active display mode (display color) is the highest. It is set so that the determination ratio decreases in the order of “white”, “green”, and “red”. If the variable display result does not fall under any of the above-mentioned “big hit (probability change / non-probability change)”, “big hit (probability)”, “loss (super reach)”, or “small hit”, the active display mode ( The display color is set to "white" only.

  By such setting, when the active display mode (display color) which is the final display mode is “red”, the variable display result is highly likely to be “big hit (probability change / non-probability change)”, “green” In the case of “1”, it can be suggested that the variable display result is highly likely to be a “big hit”. Moreover, when the active display mode (display color) which is the final display mode is "blue" or "white", the variable display result is highly likely to be "lost (super reach)" or "small hit". I can suggest that.

  The display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 20 to 24 is a table that is referred to in order to determine a display mode change pattern that indicates a change in the display mode of the hold display and the active display that are the target of the hold notice effect. . The display mode change pattern determination table is divided according to the number of holds (the hold display number of the hold memory that is the target of the hold notice effect) and the active display mode (final display mode). Specifically, the display mode change pattern is determined according to the number of holdings “4” to “2” and the display colors of the active display of “white”, “blue”, “green”, and “red”. The table is segmented. Also, in each display mode change pattern determination table divided by the number of holds and the active display mode, “big hit (16R)” (“big hit (probability change / non-probability change)”), “big hit (probability change)”, “losing (super Different determination ratios are assigned to display mode change patterns set according to the active display mode (final display mode), for each variable display result such as "reach" and "small hit".

  The hold display is displayed in one of the display colors “white”, “blue”, “green”, and “red” at the start of the hold display accompanying the start winning. In addition, the pending display can change to a different display color each time it is shifted and displayed as the pending memory is digested, and changes stepwise in the order of “white” → “blue” → “green” → “red” . In addition, the active display may be displayed by changing its display color from the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1”. It should be noted that when changing the display color, only the change to the display color of the upper level is permitted, and for example, the middle may be omitted and the display color may be changed to the upper level, such as "white" → "red". .

  FIGS. 20A to 21D show the display mode change pattern determination table to be referred to when the number of reservations is "4" (when the suspension storage of the announcement target of the suspension announcement effect is the suspension display number "4") The display mode change pattern indicating the display mode of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “4” to “1” is set.

  FIG. 20A is a display mode change pattern determination table to be referred to when the active display mode (final display mode) is “white”. As shown in FIG. 20 (A), when the active display mode (final display mode) is "white", the display color of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers "4" to "1" is "white" Only the display mode change pattern PT4-1-01 which does not change "" is set, and the determination ratio allocated for each variable display result is uniformly 100%.

  FIG. 20B is a display mode change pattern determination table that is referred to when the active display mode (final display mode) is “blue”. As shown in FIG. 20 (B), the display colors of the pending display and the active display corresponding to the pending display numbers “4” to “1” remain “blue” and do not change as the display mode change pattern. (The number of display mode changes “0”) and any one of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” whose display color is “white” in the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4” PT4-2-2-02 to 05 (display mode change count “1”) in which the display color changes from “white” to “blue” is set.

  As shown in FIG. 20 (B), when the variable display result is "loss (super reach)" or "small hit", the number of times of change of the display mode is assigned to the display mode change pattern PT4-2-01 of "0". The percentage of decisions made is higher than in the case of other variable display results. Further, when the variable display result is “big hit (16R)” and “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”, the display mode change pattern PT4-2-02 to 05 whose display mode change count is “1” Of these, the determination rate assigned to PT4-205 is the highest, and the determination rate assigned to PT4-2-02 is the lowest. On the other hand, when the variable display result is "big hit (probable)", the determination ratio assigned to PT4-2-02 is the highest among display mode change patterns in which the number of changes in display mode is "1", PT4-2 The lowest decision rate assigned to -05.

  With this setting, when the display mode change pattern PT4-2-01 that does not change while the display color of the hold display remains “blue” is executed, the variable display result is likely to be “lost”. Can be suggested. Also, the earlier the timing at which the display color of the hold display or active display changes from “white” to “blue”, the variable display can be “big hit (16R)”, “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”. It can be suggested that the higher the gender and the later the timing, the higher the possibility that the variable display will be a "big hit".

  FIG. 20C is a display mode change pattern determination table that is referred to when the active display mode (final display mode) is “green”. As shown in FIG. 20C, as the display mode change pattern, the display color of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “4” to “1” remains “green” and does not change. (Display mode change count “0”) and the display color in the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4” is “white”, and any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” In PT4-3-02 to 05 (display mode change count “1”) in which the display color changes from “white” to “green”, the display color is “blue” in the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4”. ”And PT 4-3-06 to 09 (display mode change count“ 0 ”) whose display color changes from“ blue ”to“ green ”in any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers“ 3 ”to“ 1 ”. 1 ”) and the hold display corresponding to the hold display number“ 4 ” And the display color is “white”, and the display color is changed from “white” to “blue” and from “blue” to “green” in any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1”. The changing PT 4-3-010 to 14 (display mode change count “2”) is set.

  As shown in FIG. 20C, when the variable display result is “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”, it is assigned to the display mode change pattern PT4-3-01 having the display mode change count of “0”. The determined ratio is higher than the case of other variable display results, and the determined ratio is not assigned to PT4-3-10-14 whose display mode change count is “2”. In addition, when the variable display result is "big hit (16R)", "loss (super reach)" or "small hit", the display mode change pattern PT4-3-02-05 with the number of times of display mode change being "1". In each section of PT4-3-06 to 09, the determination ratio assigned to PT4-3-05 and PT4-3-09 was the highest, and assigned to PT4-3-02 and PT4-3-06, respectively. The lowest decision rate. When the variable display result is “big hit (16R)”, the number of changes in the display mode in which the display color of the hold display or active display changes from “white” to “blue” and further from “blue” to “green” is “ “2” display mode change patterns PT4-3-10 to 14 have the highest determination ratio assigned to PT4-3-14 and the lowest determination ratio assigned to PT4-3-10. On the other hand, when the variable display result is "big hit (probable)", PT4 in each category of display mode change patterns PT4-3-02 to 05 and PT 4-3-06 to 09, where the number of changes in display mode is "1". The determination rates assigned to -3-02 and PT 4-3-06 are the highest, and the determination rates assigned to PT 4-3-05 and PT 4-3-09 are the lowest. Further, a display mode change pattern PT4-3-10 in which the display mode change number of the display mode in which the display color of the hold display or the active display is changed from “white” to “blue” and “blue” to “green” is “2”. Among the fourteen, the determination rate assigned to PT4-3-10 is the highest, and the determination rate assigned to PT4-3-14 is the lowest. Furthermore, in each section of display mode change patterns PT4-3-02-05, PT 4-3-06-09, PT 4-3-10-14, display mode change in which the display color first changes to "green" in active display. The determination ratio assigned to each of the patterns PT4-3 02, PT 4-3-06, and PT 4-3-10-12 is high as compared with other display mode change patterns.

  With such a setting, when the display mode change pattern PT4-3-01 that does not change while the display color of the hold display remains “green” is executed, the variable display result is likely to be “lost”. Can be suggested. In addition, the earlier the timing at which the display color of the hold display or active display changes from “white” to “green” or “blue” to “green”, the variable display becomes “big hit (16R)”, “losing (super reach) ) ”Or“ small hit ”, and the later the timing, the more likely the variable display will be“ big hit (accuracy) ”, and the display color in the active display It is possible to suggest that the possibility of the variable display becoming a "big hit" is particularly high when it first changes to "green".

  FIG. 21D is a display mode change pattern determination table to be referred to when the active display mode (final display mode) is “red”. As shown in FIG. 20 (D), the display colors of the pending display and the active display corresponding to the pending display numbers “4” to “1” do not change as “red” as the display mode change pattern. (The number of display mode changes “0”) and any one of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” whose display color is “white” in the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4” The display color changes from "white" to "red" in "P", and the display color is "blue" in the hold display corresponding to the hold display number "4" and the hold display number "4". And the display color changes from “blue” to “red” in any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1”. 1 ”) and the hold display corresponding to the hold display number“ 4 ” The display color is "green", and the display color changes from "green" to "red" in any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers "3" to "1" PT4-4-10 to 13 (The number of display mode changes “1”) and the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4” The display color is “white” and any of the hold displays corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” Corresponds to PT4-4-14 to 19 (the number of times of display mode change "2") whose display color changes from "white" to "blue" and "red" at "H", and the hold display number "4" The display color is “white” in the hold display to be displayed, and the display color is “white” to “green”, and further “green” to “green” in any of the hold display corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1”. PT 4-4-20 to 25 changing to “red” (display mode change count “2”) and hold display The display color is "white" in the hold display corresponding to the number "4", and the display color is "white" to "blue" in any of the hold display numbers corresponding to the hold display numbers "3" to "1", PT4-4-26 to 29 (display mode change number of times "3") changing from "blue" to "green" and further from "green" to "red" are set.

  As shown in FIG. 21D, when the variable display result is “big hit (16R)”, the display mode change pattern PT4-4-01 having the display mode change count of “0” includes other variable display results. A higher percentage of decisions is assigned compared to the case of. When the variable display result is “big hit (16R)”, “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”, the display mode change patterns PT4-4-02 to 05 having the display mode change count of “1” In the divisions PT4-4-06 to 09 and PT4-4-10-13, the determination ratios assigned to PT4-4-05, PT4-4-09 and PT4-4-13 are the highest, respectively. The determination rates assigned to -4-02, PT4-4-06, and PT4-4-13 are the lowest. Further, when the variable display result is “big hit (16R)”, PT4 in each division of the display mode change patterns PT4-4-14 to 19 and PT4-4-20 to 25 whose display mode change count is “2”. The determination rates assigned to -4-19 and PT4-4-25 are the highest, and the determination rates assigned to PT4-4-14 and PT4-4-20 are the lowest. Furthermore, among the display mode change patterns PT4-4-26 to 29 with the display mode change count “3”, the determination ratio assigned to PT4-4-29 is the highest, and the display mode change pattern was assigned to PT4-4-26. The lowest decision rate. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit (probability)”, the display mode change patterns PT4-4-02 to 05, PT4-4-06 to 09, and PT4-4-10 whose display mode change count is “1”. ˜13, the determination ratio assigned to PT4-4-02, PT4-4-06, and PT4-4-10 is the highest, and PT4-4-05, PT4-4-09, and PT4- The lowest decision ratio is assigned to each of 4-13. Further, in each section of the display mode change patterns PT4-4-14 to 19 and PT4-4-20 to 25 with the display mode change count of “2”, PT4-4-14 and PT4-4-20 are respectively provided. The assigned determination ratio is the highest, and the determination ratios assigned to PT4-3-19 and PT4-4-25 are the lowest. A display mode change pattern PT4-4-26 to 29 having a display mode change count of “3” is assigned a higher determination ratio than other display mode change patterns. , PT4-4-26 has the highest determination ratio, and PT4-4-29 has the lowest determination ratio. When the variable display result is “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”, the display mode change pattern PT4-4-01 whose display mode change count is “0” or the display mode change count is “2” or more. No determination ratio is assigned to the display mode change patterns PT4-4-14 to 29.

  With this setting, when the display mode change pattern PT4-4-01 that does not change while the display color of the hold display remains “red” is executed, the variable display result may be “big hit (16R)”. Can be suggested to be high. Also, the variable display may become “big hit (16R)” as the display color of the hold display or active display changes from “white”, “blue”, or “green” to “red” earlier. The higher the timing, the later the timing may indicate that the variable display is more likely to be a "big hit". Furthermore, when the display colors of the hold display and the active display change three times, it can be suggested that there is a high possibility that the variable display is “big hit (surprise)”.

  22 (A) to 23 (D) are display mode change pattern determination tables to be referred to when the number of holds is “3” (when the hold storage subject to the hold notice effect is the hold display number “3”). And a display mode change pattern indicating the display mode of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1”. FIGS. 24A to 24D show display mode change pattern determination tables that are referred to when the number of holds is “2” (when the hold storage subject to the hold notice effect is the hold display number “2”). And a display mode change pattern indicating the display mode of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “2” to “1”.

  The setting of the determination ratio in the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 22 (A) to 23 (D) and FIGS. 24 (A) to 24 (D) is the same as FIG. 20 (A) to FIG. It has the same feature as the setting of the determination ratio in the display mode change pattern determination table shown. This suggests that the earlier the timing at which the display mode (display color) of the hold display changes to the active display mode that is the final display mode, the higher the possibility that the variable display will be “big hit (16R)”, and the timing is late. It can be suggested that the variable display is likely to be "big hit". In addition, it can be suggested that the possibility of the variable display becoming a "big hit (16R)" is higher as the number of times of change of the display color of the reserved display and the active display is larger. In addition, when the display color first changes to "green" in the active display, it can be suggested that the possibility of the variable display becoming a "big hit" is particularly high.

  Returning to the description of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 18, after executing the process of step S503, the effect control CPU 120 responds to the received start winning command in the display mode (display color) determined in step S503. The first hold display unit 5 HL or the second hold display unit 5 HR of the display screen of the image display device 5 additionally displays the first hold display or the second hold display (step S 504).

  In the process of step S502, when it is determined that neither the first start winning port designation command received in the low base state nor the second start winning port designation command received in the high base state is found (step S502; No) The CPU 120 for effect control is in the normal mode, that is, the display color “white”, and the first hold display section 5HL or the second hold display section 5HR on the display screen of the image display device 5 according to the received start winning command. Then, the first hold display or the second hold display is additionally displayed (step S505).

  After executing the processing of step S505, or when it is determined that the start winning command has not been received in the processing of step S501 (step S501; No), has the CPU 120 for effect control received a variation start designation command? It is determined whether or not (step S506). Whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the variation start designation command by referring to whether or not either the first variation start designation command reception flag or the second variation start designation command reception flag is set, for example. It is sufficient to determine the When it is determined that the change start designation command has not been received (step S506; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the hold display setting process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the fluctuation start designation command is received (step S506; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the received fluctuation designation command is the second fluctuation start designation command (step S507). . When it is determined that the received fluctuation start designating command is not the second fluctuation start designating command, that is, the received fluctuation start designating command is the first fluctuation start designating command (step S507; No), the CPU 120 for effect control It is determined whether or not the variation pattern determination result corresponding to the hold display number “1” is PC1-2 (step S508). The effect control CPU 120 refers to, for example, the first start winning command buffer shown in FIG. 15A, and stores the variation pattern stored in the storage area of the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the pending display number “1”. It may be determined whether or not it is PC1-2 based on the determination result. When it is determined that the variation pattern determination result corresponding to the suspension display number “1” is not the PC 1-2 (step S508; No), the effect control CPU 120 advances the process to step S510.

  If it is determined that the change pattern determination result corresponding to the suspension display number "1" is PC1-2 (step S508; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes an active display mode change effect setting process (step S509). . In the present embodiment, it is possible to execute an active display mode change effect that changes the display color of the active display during execution of the suggestive effect described later.

  FIG. 25A is a flowchart showing an example of the active display mode change effect setting process executed in step S509. When the active display mode change effect setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first causes the display mode change pattern corresponding to the hold display number “1” to change the display color to “green” and display the active display. It is determined whether or not it is an aspect change pattern (step S701). The effect control CPU 120 refers to the display mode fluctuation pattern associated with the pending display number “1” in the first start winning command buffer shown in FIG. 15A, and the display mode fluctuation pattern is, for example, The display color of the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” is other than “green”, such as PT 4-3 02, PT 4-3 06, PT 4-3-10 12 etc. shown in FIG. It may be determined according to whether or not the display is changed to green and the active display is displayed.

  When it is determined that the display color is a display mode change pattern that changes the display color from "green" to "green" and displays the active display (step S701; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets the display color of the active display to " The active display mode change timing, which is the timing of changing to “green”, is determined (step S702). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may determine the active display mode change timing with reference to the active display mode change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25 (B).

  In the active display mode change timing determination table shown in FIG. 25 (B), the determination ratio of the active display mode change timing is made different according to the variable display result. As shown in FIG. 25B, when the variable display result is “big hit (probable)”, “variable display start time” (change at the start of the variable display, ie, the display start time of the active display) The ratio determined to “during suggestive effect execution” (change timing pattern CT-2) indicating that the suggestive effect is being executed is higher than the timing pattern CT-1). On the other hand, when the variable display result is "small hit", the ratio determined at "variable display start time" is higher than "during suggestive effect execution". Here, when “at the time of variable display start” is determined as the active display mode change timing, the active display is a hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” according to the display mode change pattern at the time of the display start. Displayed with the display color changed to “green”. On the other hand, when "indication effect execution in progress" is determined as the active display mode change timing, the active display is continuously displayed with the display color of the hold display corresponding to the hold display number "1" at the start of the display. During the execution of the suggestion effect, the display color is changed to “green”. That is, when the active display mode change timing is determined to be "at the start of variable display", the active display is changed to "green" at the start of display according to the display mode change pattern by the processing of step 513 or S516 described later. Therefore, the active display mode change effect is not actually executed.

  This setting of the determination ratio may suggest that if the display color of the active display is changed to “green” during the execution of the suggestive effect, it is highly likely that the variable display result will be a big hit. it can.

  After executing the processing of step S702, the CPU for effect control 120 determines whether or not the active display mode change timing is "during suggestive effect execution" (step S703). In step S702, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the active display mode change timing is “execution of suggestion effect” depending on whether or not the active display mode change timing is determined as the change timing pattern CT-2. Determine whether. When it is determined that the active display mode change timing is “execution of suggestion effect” (step S703; Yes), the CPU 120 for effect control sets the active display mode change effect execution flag to the ON state (step S704). The active display mode change effect execution flag is, for example, a flag indicating execution or non-execution of the active display mode change effect provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the active display mode change effect is “in suggestive effect execution” (CT − When it is determined to be executed in 2), it is set to the on state, and the active display mode change presentation is not performed in “indication effect execution in progress”, that is, the active display mode change timing is “variable display start time” If it is determined as (CT-1), it is reset to the off state.

  After executing the process of step S704, or when it is determined No in the process of step S701 or S703, the CPU for effect control 120 ends the active display mode change effect setting process.

  Returning to the description of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 18, after performing the process of step S509, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the active display mode change effect execution flag is in the ON state (step S510). . When it is determined that the active display mode change effect execution flag is not in the on state (step S510; No), that is, when the active display mode change effect is not executed during the suggested effect execution, the effect control CPU 120 performs the first process. The first hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” in the first hold display unit 5HL of the image display device 5 in accordance with the display mode change pattern of the hold display number “1” stored in the start winning prize command buffer The display color is changed, or the display color is maintained (without change) and displayed as an active display on the variable display corresponding display unit AHA (step S511). The effect control CPU 120 refers to the display mode variation pattern stored in the display mode variation pattern storage area in the first start winning prize command buffer shown in FIG. 15A, and corresponds to the hold display number “1”. When the first hold display and the active display are set to different display colors, the first hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” is displayed as the active display by changing the display color.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the active display mode change effect execution flag is in the on state (step S510; Yes), that is, when the active display mode change effect is executed during the suggested effect execution, the CPU 120 for effect control , The first hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” in the first hold display unit 5HL of the image display device 5 is maintained in the display color (without changing), and is active in the variable display compatible display unit AHA It is displayed as a display (step S512).

  After executing step S511 or S512, the CPU 120 for effect control corresponds to each of the hold display numbers “2” to “4” other than the hold display number “1” in the first hold display unit 5HL of the image display device 5. The first hold display is moved (shifted) to the right one by one by changing the display color according to the display mode change pattern or maintaining the display color (without changing it) (step). S513). The effect control CPU 120 refers to the display mode variation pattern stored in the display mode variation pattern storage area in the first start winning command buffer shown in FIG. May be changed or maintained according to the display mode fluctuation pattern associated with each.

  Subsequently, the stored contents of the pending display number "0" (active display) in the first start winning command buffer are erased, and the stored contents corresponding to the pending display numbers "1" to "4" are shifted one by one. (Step S514). After executing the process of step S514, the effect control CPU 120 ends the pending display setting process.

  In the process of step S507, when it is determined that the received variation designation command is the second variation start designation command (step S507; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 holds the suspension stored in the second start winning prize command buffer. According to the display mode change pattern of the display number “1”, the display color of the second hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” in the second hold display unit 5HR of the image display device 5 is changed, or The display color is maintained (without being changed), and is displayed on the variable display compatible display unit AHA as an active display (step S515). The effect control CPU 120 refers to the display mode variation pattern stored in the display mode variation pattern storage area in the second start winning command buffer shown in FIG. 15B, and corresponds to the hold display number “1”. If the second hold display and the active display are set to different display colors, the second hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1” is displayed as the active display by changing the display color.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 causes the second hold display corresponding to the hold display numbers “2” to “4” other than the hold display number “1” in the second hold display unit 5HR of the image display device 5, In accordance with the display mode change pattern, the display color is changed or maintained (without change), and the display position is moved (shifted) leftward by one (step S516). The effect control CPU 120 refers to the display mode fluctuation pattern stored in the storage area for the display mode fluctuation pattern in the second start winning command buffer shown in FIG. May be changed in accordance with the display mode fluctuation pattern associated with each.

  Subsequently, the stored content of the hold display number “0” (active display) in the second start winning command buffer is erased, and the stored content corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” is shifted one by one. (Step S517). After executing the process of step S517, the effect control CPU 120 ends the hold display setting process.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the effect control process shown in FIG. Depending on the value of the process flag (initially “0”), one of the following processes in steps S170 to S175 is selected and executed.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. When the variable display start setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first makes a special determination based on, for example, a display result specification command (a command stored in the display result specification command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11 or the like. It is determined whether the figure display result is "loss" (step S551). When it is determined that the special view display result is "loss" (step S551; Yes), for example, the effect control CPU 120 is a fluctuation pattern designation command (stored in the fluctuation pattern designation command storage area transmitted from the main substrate 11) The variation pattern specified by the command) is the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2, PC1-1) corresponding to the case of "non-reach" in which the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode It is determined whether or not (step S552).

  If it is determined in the process of step S552 that the pattern is a non-reach fluctuation pattern (step S552; Yes), the CPU 120 for effect control determines a combination of finalized design symbols that will be the final stop design that constitutes the non-reach combination (step S553). ). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data representing a random value for decorative symbol determination for non-reach combination, which is updated by a random counter for effect provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122. The determined decorative pattern (decorative decorative pattern of non-reach combination) is determined by referring to a decorative design determining table of non-reach combination prepared and stored in advance.

  If it is determined in the process of step S 552 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S 552: No), the CPU 120 for effect control determines a combination of finalized design symbols to be a final stop symbol constituting a reach combination (step S 554). ). The CPU 120 for effect control extracts, for example, numerical data indicating random numbers for determining the decorative symbol of the reach combination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect, etc. The determined decorative design (decorative decorative design) is determined by referring to the decorative design determination table.

  If it is determined in the process of step S 551 that the special view display result is not “loss” (step S 551; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the special view display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable” Alternatively, it is determined whether the special map display result is "small hit" (step S555). When it is determined that the special map display result is "probable" or "small hit" (step S555; Yes), the effect control CPU 120, for example, in the case of "probable" or "small hit", such as an opening chance eye A combination of finalized design symbols to be the final stop design corresponding to the case is determined (step S556). For example, the effect control CPU 120 configures one of a plurality of types of opening chances in response to designation of either of the fluctuation patterns PC1-1 or PC1-2 by the fluctuation pattern designation command. The combination of the fixed decorative symbols that will be the stop symbols is determined. In this case, numerical data indicating a random number value for chance determination updated updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit is extracted, and a predetermined chance determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is displayed. It is sufficient to determine the combination of the finalized decorative symbols constituting any of the opening chance eyes by referring to or the like. In the chance item determination table, for example, the chance items for "3", "5", "7", "1", "3", "5" and small hits are configured with odd numbers as the chance eyes for the big hit. It is sufficient that "2", "4", "6", "4", "6", and "8" configured by an even number are set as eyes.

  If it is determined in the process of step S 555 that the special view display result is neither “probable” nor “small hit” (step S 555; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines the final stop symbol forming the big hit combination A combination of symbols is determined (step S557). The CPU 120 for effect control extracts, for example, numerical value data indicating a random number value for determining a big hit determination symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect or the like. Subsequently, according to the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command transmitted from the main substrate 11, by referring to the jackpot finalized symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the image display device 5 is obtained. Decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R "left", "middle", "right" in the display area are identical to the decorative symbol display symbol number displayed in the stop display.

  After executing any one of the processes of steps S553, S554, S556, and S557, the effect control CPU 120 executes a suggestion effect setting process (step S558). In the present embodiment, when the variable display result is a sudden big hit or a small hit, the suggested production is executed during the variable display as a production that gives the player a sense of expectation for the big hit. The suggested effect is, for example, whether or not a motion effect in which an arrow image imitating an arrow flies toward a target image imitating a target is displayed, and the tip of the arrow image hits the center of the region of the target image. The success and failure modes can be implemented.

  FIG. 27A is a flowchart showing an example of the suggestion effect setting process executed in step S558 in FIG. When the suggestion effect setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first specifies the variable display result designated by the symbol determination result designation command (step S601). The effect control CPU 120, for example, uses the symbol determination result specification command associated with the hold display number "0" (active display) in the first start winning command buffer or the second start winning command buffer shown in FIG. The variable display result may be specified with reference to the contents of.

  Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specified variable display result is a sudden big hit or a small hit (step S602). If it is determined that the specified variable display result is a high probability big hit or a small hit (step S602; Yes), the CPU 120 for effect control determines the effect mode of the suggested effect (step S603). The effect control CPU 120 may determine the suggestion effect mode with reference to, for example, the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. In the suggestion effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 27B, different determination ratios are assigned to the “success mode” and the “failure mode” in accordance with the variable display result. As shown in FIG. 27B, when the variable display result is “big hit (surprise)”, the “success mode” is always determined. On the other hand, when the variable display result is "small hit", the "failure mode" is always determined. As described above, when the effect mode of the suggested effect is the "success mode", the variable display result is highly likely to be a big hit, and when the effect mode of the suggested effect is the "failure mode", the variable display result is small. It can be suggested that there is a high probability of winning. The determination rate is not limited to this, and even if the variable display result is "big hit" (probable), "the failure mode" is determined, and even if the variable display result is "small hit" The determination ratio may be set so that the “success mode” is determined.

  After executing the process of step S603, or when it is determined that the variable display result is not a fluctuation pattern including a dedicated reach effect in the high probability big hit and small hit in the process of step S602 (step S602; No), for effect control The CPU 120 ends the suggestion effect setting process.

  Returning to the description of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 26, after performing step S558, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect control pattern to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (step S560). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects and uses one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special-fluctuation effect control patterns) corresponding to the change pattern indicated by the change pattern determination result designation command. Set as a pattern. In addition, the production control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of production control patterns (pending display change patterns) prepared in response to the execution setting of the holding display change effect by the holding display setting process in step S161, and uses pattern Set as.

  Subsequent to the process of step S 560, the effect control CPU 120, for example, corresponds to the fluctuation pattern designated by the fluctuation pattern determination result designation command, the effect provided in a predetermined area (such as the effect control timer setting unit) of the RAM 122 An initial value of the control process timer is set (step S561). Then, setting is made to start the change of the decorative symbol or the like on the display screen of the image display device 5 (step S562). At this time, for example, the effect control CPU 120 causes the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (special pattern fluctuation effect control pattern) determined in the process of step S559 to be VDP of the display control unit 123 Start changing the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the display area of the image display device 5, etc. Just do it.

  After executing the process of step S 562, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “2” which is a value corresponding to the variable display effect process (step S 563), and then the variable display start setting process Finish.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display effect process executed in step S172 of FIG. When the variable display effect process shown in FIG. 28 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the effect control process timer or the like. (Step S801). For example, the effect control CPU 120 updates (for example, subtracts 1) the timer value of the effect control process timer, and when the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the effect control process timer value after the update, etc. It may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

  When it is determined in step S801 that the variable display time has not elapsed (step S801; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the suggestion effect execution period (step S802). The suggestion effect execution period may be determined in advance in, for example, the effect control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. When it is determined that it is the suggestion effect execution period (step S802; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs control for executing the suggestion effect (step S803).

  After executing the process of step S803, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the active display mode change effect execution flag is in the ON state (step S804a). The effect control CPU 120 refers to an active display mode change effect execution flag provided in a predetermined area such as the RAM 122, and indicates that it is determined that the active display mode change effect is to be executed "in suggestive effect execution". It is determined whether it is in the on state.

  When it is determined that the active display mode change effect execution flag is on (step S804a; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether it is the active display mode change timing (step S804b). When it is determined that it is the active display mode change timing (step S804b; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the active display mode change effect and changes the display color of the active display from “green” to “green” ( Step S805a). After executing the active display mode change effect, the effect control CPU 120 resets the active display mode change effect execution flag to the off state (step S805b).

  After executing the process of step S805b, or when it is determined No in either of the processes of step S804a or S804b, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is a reach effect period for executing the reach effect. (Step S806). The reach effect period may be determined in advance, for example, in the effect control pattern determined in accordance with the fluctuation pattern. When it is determined that it is a reach effect period (step S806; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs control to execute reach effect (step S807).

  After executing the process of step S807, or when it is determined that the reach effect period is not in the process of step S806 (step S806; No), for example, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect determined in accordance with the variation pattern. Based on the setting in the control pattern and the like, other control is performed to execute effects during variable display including variable display operation of decorative symbols (step 808).

  When it is determined that the variable display time has elapsed in the process of step S801 (step S801; Yes), the presentation control CPU 120 transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, for example. In the variable display of the decorative symbol, control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (decided decorative symbol) as the display result (step S809). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets a predetermined time predetermined as the jackpot start designation command reception waiting time (step S811). Next, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special drawing (step S812).

  After executing any of the processes of steps S808 and S812, or when it is determined that the symbol determination command has not been received in the process of step S809 (step S809; No), the effect control CPU 120 performs variable display effect End the process.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 29 and FIG. 30, an example of an effect image when the on-hold notice effect is executed will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 29A, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display is being executed, and variable display correspondence display corresponding to the variable display being executed. The active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA. In addition, the first hold display H1 to H4 corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" are displayed on the first hold display unit 5HL. Among the suspension displays H1 to H4, the suspension display H2 is displayed in “blue”, and the suspension displays H1, H3, and H4 are displayed in “white” which is a normal mode. In addition, the suspension display H2 is a suspension display based on suspension storage whose fluctuation pattern determination result is PA2-2 (super reach A (loss)), and the suspension display H4 is a fluctuation pattern determination result PB1-3 (super reach) It is assumed that the hold display is based on the hold memory that is B (big hit). In addition, it is assumed that the hold indication H2 and the hold indication H4 are to be notice targets of the hold notice effect, and display mode change patterns PT4-3-06 and PT 4-4-29 are set, respectively. Further, it is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0”, and there is no second hold display.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 29 (B), the variable display being executed in FIG. 29 (A) is terminated, and the display screen of the image display device 5 loses in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R. The symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result. With the derivation display of the variable display result, the active display AH displayed in the active display area AHA is erased.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 29C, variable display corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed on the first hold display portion 5HL in FIGS. 29A and 29B is started, and accompanying this, In the active display area AHA, an active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is newly displayed. In the first hold display unit 5HL, the hold display H1 is erased (digested), and each of the other hold displays H2 to H4 is moved (shifted) in the direction (right side) of the erased hold display H1. ing. The display color of the hold display H2 and H3 does not change during movement (shift) of the hold display H2 to H4, but the display color is "white" according to the display mode change pattern PT4-4-29. It has changed to "blue".

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 29D, the variable display corresponding to the pending display H1 being executed in FIG. 29C ends, and on the display screen of the image display device 5, the decorative symbol display area 5L In 5C and 5R, the lost symbols are derived and displayed as variable display results. Further, along with the derivation display of the variable display result, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed in the active display area AHA is erased.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 29E, the variable display corresponding to the hold display H2 displayed on the first hold display portion 5HL is started, and accordingly, the hold display H2 is displayed in the active display area AHA. The corresponding active display AH is newly displayed. When the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 is displayed, the display color is changed from “blue” to “green” according to the display mode change pattern PT4-3-06. Further, in the first hold display section 5HL, the hold display H2 is erased (digested), and each of the other hold displays H3 and H4 is moved (shifted) in the direction (right side) of the erased hold display H2. ing. At the time of movement (shift) of the hold indication H3, H4, the display indication H4 changes from "blue" to "green" in accordance with the display mode change pattern PT4-4-29.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 29F, on the display screen of the image display device 5, “1” is stopped and displayed on the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, and the super reach A effect is executed. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 29 (G), variable display in the decorative symbol display area 5C is finished and “2” is stopped and displayed, and the lost symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result. Accordingly, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 displayed in the active display area AHA is erased.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 29H, the variable display corresponding to the hold display H3 displayed on the first hold display portion 5HL is started, and accordingly, the hold display H3 is displayed in the active display area AHA. The corresponding active display AH is newly displayed. There is no change in the display color of the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H3. In the first hold display section 5HL, the hold display H3 is deleted (digested), and the hold display H4 is moved (shifted) in the direction (right side) of the deleted hold display H3. At the time of movement (shift) of the hold display H4, the display color of the hold display H4 changes from "green" to "red" in accordance with the display mode change pattern PT4-4-29.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 30I, the variable display corresponding to the hold display H3 being executed in FIG. , 5C, and 5R are derived and displayed as a variable display result. Further, along with the derivation display of the variable display result, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H3 displayed in the active display area AHA is erased.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 30J, variable display corresponding to the hold display H4 is started, and accordingly, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H4 is newly displayed in the active display area AHA. Yes. The display color of the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H4 remains “red” according to the display mode change pattern PT4-4-29. On the other hand, in the first hold display unit 5HL, all the hold displays are erased (digested).

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 30K, on the display screen of the image display device 5, “7” is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, and the super reach B effect is executed. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 30 (L), the variable display in the decorative symbol display area 5C ends, and the big hit symbol indicating the number “7” in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is derived as the variable display result. It is displayed. Further, along with the derivation display of the variable display result, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H4 displayed in the active display area AHA is erased. In response to the jackpot symbol being derived and displayed as the variable display result, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot gaming state which is an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 31 and FIG. 32, an example of an effect image when the suggestion effect and the active display mode change effect are executed will be described. In the present embodiment, the suggestion effect is executed as an effect that gives the player a sense of expectation for the big hit when the variable display result is a big hit or small hit. In addition, by changing the display color of the active display from "other than green" to "green" with high expectation of the sudden big hit, the possibility of the variable display result becoming the big hit is high. It is executed as an effect to suggest.

  As shown in FIG. 31 (A), in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display of the decorative symbol is under execution, and the active display area AHA is under execution. The active display AH is displayed in “white” of the normal mode as a variable display correspondence display corresponding to the variable display. Further, only the first hold display H1 corresponding to the hold display number “1” is displayed in the first hold display portion 5HL, and the display color is “blue”. It is assumed that the first hold display H1 corresponding to the hold display number “1” is a hold display based on a hold storage whose variation pattern determination result is PC1-2 (accident / small hit dedicated reach). Further, it is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0”, and there is no second hold display.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 31 (B), the variable display in progress in FIG. 31 (B) is ended, and the lost symbol is derived and displayed as the variable display result. Along with this, the active display AH is erased from the active display area AHA.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 31C, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display corresponding to the hold display H1 is started. Along with this, an active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is newly displayed in the active display area AHA.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 31D, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, the variable display corresponding to the hold display H1 started in FIG. It is running. Further, below the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, an action effect of flying an arrow image S1 imitating an arrow toward a target image S2 imitating a target is displayed, and a suggestive effect is started.

  Here, the suggestive effect is performed in two effect modes of the success mode and the failure mode depending on whether or not the arrow image S1 hits the center of the target image S2. Therefore, following FIG. 31 (D), FIGS. 32 (E) to (G) show the effect image when the success mode is executed in the suggestion effect, and FIGS. 32 (H) to (J) show the suggestion effect. The presentation image when a failure mode is performed is shown.

  First, with reference to the effect images shown in FIGS. 32E to 32G, a case will be described in which the suggestion effect by the success mode and the active display mode change effect are executed. Here, in the description using the effect images shown in FIGS. 32E to 32G, the hold display H1 and the active display AH shown in FIGS. It is assumed that PT3-3-5 is selected as the display change pattern, and the display is based on the hold storage determined to execute the active display mode change effect during the execution of the suggestion effect. Further, since the active display mode change effect is executed, it is assumed that the active display mode change effect execution flag is set to the on state by the process of step S704 shown in FIG. 25 (A).

  As shown in FIG. 32E, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display is continuing. On the other hand, the suggested effect started in FIG. 31D is a state in which the arrow image S1 is closer to the target image S2. Further, based on the fact that the active display mode change effect execution flag is in the on state, the active display mode change effect is executed, and the active display AH displayed in “blue” in FIGS. 31C and 31D is displayed. The color has changed to “green”. In this way, during the execution of the suggestion effect, the variable display result is likely to be a “big hit” by executing the active display mode change effect that changes the display color of the active display to “green”. It suggests.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 32F, the arrow image S1 reaches the target image S2 on the display screen of the image display device 5, and the tip of the arrow image S1 is in the center of the target image S2. . This indicates that the suggestive effect has been executed as the effect mode by the success mode. In addition, it is suggested that the variable display result is likely to be “a sudden big hit” by the suggestion effect being executed in the success mode.

  As shown in FIG. 32 (G), variable display ends in decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R on the display screen of image display device 5, and decorative symbols "3", "5", "" are displayed as variable display results. 7 "is displayed. This is a combination of the big hit symbols which become the chance eyes constituted by the combination of symbols other than Zoro eyes. Further, along with the derived display of the variable display result, the active display AH displayed in the active display area AHA is erased. The game state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot jackpot game state in response to the lead display of the jackpot symbol as a variable display result, and is controlled to a probability change state after the second round game is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 32 (E) to (G), after the suggestion effect is executed in the success mode and the active display mode change effect is executed during the execution of this suggestion effect, the certainty big hit symbol is derived as the variable display result Is displayed. In this manner, when the success mode of suggestive effect and the active display mode change effect indicating that there is a high probability of becoming a big hit are performed, the player can increase the expectation for the big hit, and thus the game Can improve the interest of

  Next, the case where the suggestive effect by the failure mode is executed will be described with reference to the effect images shown in FIGS. Here, in the description using the effect images shown in FIGS. 32 (H) to (J), the hold display H1 and the active display AH shown in FIGS. 31 (A) to (D) have small symbol determination results. It is assumed that the display is based on the pending storage in which PT3-2-01 is selected as the display change pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 32 (H), in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, variable display is being executed following FIG. 31 (D). Further, as in the case of FIG. 32E, the suggested effect is a state in which the arrow image S1 is closer to the target image S2. On the other hand, the display color of the active display AH displayed in the active display area AHA remains “blue” and does not change. That is, unlike the case of FIG. 32E, the active display mode change effect is not executed, which suggests that there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be “small hit”.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 32 (I), on the display screen of the image display device 5, the arrow image S1 reaches the target image S2, and the tip of the arrow image S1 covers the portion other than the center of the target image S2. Yes. This indicates that the suggestive effect has been executed by the failure mode as the effect mode. Moreover, it is suggested that the possibility that the variable display result is “small hit” is high because the suggestion effect is executed in a failure mode.

  As shown in FIG. 32 (J), the variable display ends in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, and the decorative symbols “2”, “4”, “ 6 "is displayed. This is a combination of a small hit symbol which is a chance of being constituted by a combination of symbols other than Zoro eyes. Further, along with the derived display of the variable display result, the active display AH displayed in the active display area AHA is erased. The game state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the small hit game state in response to the fact that the small hit symbol is derived and displayed as the variable display result, and two round games that are substantially the same as when the big hit game is hit are executed. However, after that, the gaming state is not controlled to the definite changing state.

  As shown in FIGS. 32 (H) to (I), the suggestion effect is executed in a failure mode, and the small display symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result without executing the active display mode change effect. In this manner, when the suggestion effect is executed in the failure mode and the active display mode change presentation is not performed, it can be suggested that the round game mode is a small hit that is hard to distinguish as a sudden jackpot, The interest of the game can be improved.

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The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment and the like, and various modifications and applications are possible. In the above embodiment, the pre-reading hold notice is executed by changing the display color of the hold display. At this time, the display color of the active display, which is the final display mode, is different according to the big hit type. In addition, when the variable display result is a sudden big hit or a small hit, an active display mode change is executed to change the display color of the active display to a display color with a high degree of expectation of the big hit probability while executing the suggestion effect that gives a sense of expectation for the sudden big hit I performed the production. However, in addition to these effects, for example, an active display change effect that changes the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be executed. Hereinafter, the active display change presentation will be described.

  In the above embodiment, when executing the active display change effect, first, in the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 26, the change for setting the active display change effect after the active display mode change setting process shown in step S559. Add and execute production setting processing. In the change effect setting process, the effect mode of the active display change effect for changing the special image including the active display (variable display corresponding display) in which the hold display corresponding to the variable display being executed is moved to a predetermined display area is set. .

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing an example of the change effect setting process additionally executed in the variable display start setting process. When the change presentation setting process is started, the presentation control CPU 120 first determines whether to execute an active display change presentation (step S901). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not to execute the active display change effect with reference to the active display change effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 34 (A). In the specific effect execution cancellation decision table shown in FIG. 34 (A), the decision ratio is described instead of the decision value. Further, it is assumed that the active display change presentation execution determination table is prepared by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 121 in advance.

  As shown in FIG. 34 (A), the active display change presentation execution determination table indicates, as a variable display result and an execution pattern, "execution" indicating that active display change presentation is to be performed, or active display change presentation. Corresponding to “no execution” indicating that no execution is performed. In addition, as the active display change effect, the first change effect and the second change effect having different effect modes are prepared, and "with execution" indicates that only the first change effect is executed "the first change effect" And “the second change effect” which indicates that only the second change effect is to be performed, and “the first change effect + the second change effect” which indicates that the first change effect and the second change effect are performed in parallel. It is divided into and. The variable display results are “loss” (non-reach) indicating that the variation pattern does not include reach production, and “miss (reach)” indicating that the variation pattern includes reach production, and the jackpot type is uncertain. It is divided into “big hit (non-probable change)” that shows big hits and “big hit (probable change)” that shows big hits whose jackpot type is probabilistic, and different decision ratios are set for each division according to the execution pattern ing.

  Here, the first change effect is an effect acting on the display mode of the active display, and the second change effect is an effect acting on the display mode of the active display frame, and the first change effect and the second change effect are Then, the target that acts is different.

  As shown in FIG. 34A, when the variable display result is “losing”, the determination ratio of “no execution” is set higher than when the variable display result is “big hit”. . On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the determination ratio of “executed” is set higher than when the variable display result is “lost”. With this setting, it can be suggested that when the active display change effect is executed, the expectation that the variable display result is “big hit” is higher than when the active display change effect is not executed. .

  Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 34A, when the variable display result is “lost” regardless of whether the variation pattern is non-reach or reach, “ A higher determination ratio is set for the “second change effect”, and “first change effect + second change effect” is not determined. On the other hand, regardless of whether the big hit type is non-probable or probable, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the determination ratio of “first change effect + second change effect” is the highest. A higher determination ratio is set for the “first change effect” than for the “second change effect”. With such a setting, when both the first change effect and the second change effect are executed, the degree of expectation that the variable display result is “big hit” is high, and the first change effect is higher than the second change effect. It can be suggested that the higher the expectation that the variable display result will be a “big hit” when the is executed.

  Returning to the description of the change effect setting process shown in FIG. 33, after performing the process of step S901, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the active display change effect is executed (step S902). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not the active display change effect is executed based on the determination result of step S901. When it is determined that the active display change effect is not executed (step S902; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the change effect setting process.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the active display change effect is to be executed (step S902; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the execution timing of the active display change effect (step S903). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may determine the execution timing of the active display change presentation with reference to the active display change presentation execution timing determination table shown in FIG. 34 (B). In the active display change presentation execution timing determination table shown in FIG. 34 (B), the determination ratio is described instead of the determination value. Further, it is assumed that the active display change presentation execution timing determination table is prepared by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 121 in advance.

  As shown in FIG. 34B, in the active display change effect execution timing determination table, the variable display result and the execution timing of the active display change effect are associated with each other. The execution timing of the active display change effect is "immediately after the start of variable display" (PT-1) which executes the active display change effect immediately after the start of the variable display (PT-1) and executing the active display change effect immediately after the start of the reach effect It is divided into “immediately after the start of reach effect start” (PT-2) and “reach effect under execution” (PT-3) which indicates that active display change effect is executed during reach effect execution. In addition, the variable display result shows “loss (non-reach)” that indicates a loss that does not include reach production in the variation pattern, “losure (reach)” that indicates a loss that includes reach production in the variation pattern, and the big hit type It is divided into "big hit (non-probability change)" that indicates big hit that is non-probability change and "big hit (probability change)" that indicates big hit that big hit type is positive change, and in each category, different decision rates according to execution timing Is set. Here, when it is determined that both the first change effect and the second change effect are executed as the active display change effect, both of them start the effect at the same execution timing.

  As shown in FIG. 34B, when the variable display result is “losing (non-reach)”, the active display change effect is necessarily executed “immediately after the start of variable display”. In addition, when the variable display result is “losing (reach)”, the determination rate of “immediately after starting variable display” is higher than when the variable display result is “big hit”, and “the reach effect is being executed”. The decision rate is low. In addition, when the variable display result is “big hit (probability change)”, the determination rate of “just after the start of variable display” is lower than when the variable display result is “big hit (non-probability change)” and “reach effect” The percentage of decisions being made is high. With such a setting, the later the execution timing of the active display change effect, the higher the expectation that the variable display result will be “big hit”, and the big hit probability is higher than the normal state after the big hit gaming state is finished. It can be suggested that the degree of expectation to be controlled in the certain probability variation state is high.

  Returning to the description of the change effect setting process shown in FIG. 33, after performing the process of step S903, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode of the active display change effect (step S904). The effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode of the active display change effect, for example, with reference to the change effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 35 according to the determination result in the process of step S901.

  FIG. 35A is a setting example of a first change effect mode determination table that is referred to when the first change effect is executed as the active display change effect. FIG. 35B is a setting example of a second change effect mode determination table that is referred to when the second change effect is executed as the active display change effect. FIG. 35C is a setting example of the first and second change effect mode determination table that is referred to when the first change effect and the second change effect are executed as the active display change effect. In each of the tables shown in FIGS. 35A to 35C, determination ratios are described instead of the determination values. Each table shown in FIGS. 35A to 35C is prepared by being stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 121 in advance.

  The first change effect is an effect effect that changes the display mode of the active display. For example, the change display shape of the active display may be changed by the execution of the first change effect, and the variable display result may be a "big hit". Suggest. As shown in FIG. 35A, in the first change presentation mode determination table, the variable display result is associated with the presentation mode of the first change presentation. The effect mode of the first change effect is “No change (shape“ circle ”)” (HP 1-01) indicating that the display mode of the active display does not change at the beginning, and the display shape of the active display changes from circular to triangular To indicate that there is a change (shape "triangle") (HP 1-02), or "the change in the display shape of the active display from a circle to a pentagon" (shape "pentagon") (HP 1-03) The display shape of the active display is classified into “changed (shape“ star ”)” (HP1-04) indicating that the display shape changes from a circle to a star. In addition, the variable display results include “losing (non-reach)” indicating that the variation pattern does not include the reach effect, “losing (reach)” indicating that the variation pattern includes the reach effect, and the big hit type. It is divided into "big hit (non-probability change)" that indicates big hit that is non-deterministic change and "big hit (probability change)" that indicates big hit that big change type is positive change. Different decision rates are set accordingly.

  As shown in FIG. 35A, when the variable display result is “losing”, “no change (shape“ circle ”)” (HP 1-01) than when the variable display result is “big hit”. The determination rate of) is high, and is not determined to be "changed (shape" star "" (HP 1-04). Further, when the variable display result is “big hit (probable change)”, “no change (shape“ circle ”)” (HP1-01) than when the variable display result is “big hit (non-probable change)”. The rate of determination of is low, and the rate of determination of “with change (shape“ star ”)” (HP1-04) is high. With such a setting, the effect mode of the first change effect is “no change (shape“ circle ”)” (HP1-01), “changed (shape“ triangle ”)” (HP1-02), “changed ( In the order of “shape“ pentagon ”)” (HP1-03) and “changed (shape“ star ”)” (HP1-04), there is a high expectation that the variable display result will be “big hit”. It can be suggested that the degree of expectation controlled to the probability change state is high after the termination.

  The second change effect is an effect that changes the active display frame. For example, by changing the line thickness of the active display frame by executing the second change effect, the variable display result can be “big hit”. Suggest sex. As shown in FIG. 35 (B), in the second change effect mode determination table, the variable display result and the effect mode of the second change effect are associated with each other. The effect mode of the second change effect is "No change (Thickness" Normal ")" (HP 2-01), which indicates that the thickness of the line of the active display frame does not change as it was originally (HP2-01), and the thickness of the line of the active display frame "Changed (thickness" middle thickness ")" (HP2-02) indicating that the thickness of the active display frame changes from normal to very thick. Yes (thickness “extremely thick”) ”(HP2-03). In addition, the variable display result shows “loss (non-reach)” that indicates a loss that does not include reach production in the variation pattern, “losure (reach)” that indicates a loss that includes reach production in the variation pattern, and the big hit type It is divided into "big hit (non-probability change)" that shows big hit that is non-deterministic change and "big hit (probability change)" that shows big hit that big change type is definite change, and in each category, the production mode of the second change production Different decision rates are set accordingly.

  As shown in FIG. 35B, when the variable display result is “losing”, “no change (thickness“ normal ”)” (HP2−) than when the variable display result is “big hit”. The determination ratio of 01) is high, and the determination ratio of “with change (thick“ very thick ”)” (HP2-03) is low. Further, when the variable display result is “big hit (probable change)”, “no change (thickness“ normal ”)” (HP2-01) than when the variable display result is “big hit (non-probable change)”. The decision rate of) is low, and the decision rate of "with change (thick" very thick "" (HP2-03) is high. With such a setting, the production mode of the second change effect is “no change (thickness“ normal ”)” (HP2-01), “changed (thickness“ middle thickness ”)” (HP2-02), “ As the line of the active display frame changes thicker in the order of “with change (thickness“ extremely thick ”)” (HP2-03), the expectation that the variable display result will be “big hit” is high, and the big hit gaming state is finished. It can be suggested that the degree of expectation controlled to a definite change state is high after

  As shown in FIG. 35C, in the first and second change effect mode determination tables, the variable display result is associated with the combination of each of the effect modes of the first change effect and the second change effect. The effect modes of the first change effect and the second change effect are activated by the first change effect, for example, from HP 3-01 indicating that the display shape of the active display and the thickness of the line of the active display frame do not change in each effect. While the display shape of display changes from a circle to a star, it is divided into 12 patterns up to HP 3-12 showing that the thickness of the line of the active display frame changes from normal to very thick by the second change effect. In addition, the variable display result shows “loss (non-reach)” that indicates a loss that does not include reach production in the variation pattern, “losure (reach)” that indicates a loss that includes reach production in the variation pattern, and the big hit type It is divided into "big hit (non-probability change)" that indicates big hit that is non-deterministic change and "big hit (probability change)" that indicates big hit that big change type is positive change. Different determination rates are set according to the presentation mode of the presentation.

  As shown in FIG. 35 (C), when the variable display result is "losing", the determination ratio of HP3-01 is higher than when the variable display result is "big hit", and the first change effect is produced. The display shape of the active display is not determined to be HP3-10 to HP3-12 including the effect mode that changes from a circle to a star. Also, when the variable display result is “big hit (positive change)”, the determination ratio of HP3-01 is lower than when the variable display result is “big hit (non-positive change)”, HP3-10 to HP3- The determination rate of 12 is high. With such a setting, as the display shape of the active display changes from a circle to a complicated shape due to the first change effect, and as the line of the active display frame changes thicker due to the second change effect, the variable display result becomes “ It can be suggested that the degree of expectation of being a "big hit" is high, and furthermore, the degree of expectation controlled to a probability change state after the end of the big hit gaming state is high.

  When the variable display result is "big hit" from the setting of the determination ratio of each table of FIG. 34 (B) and FIGS. 35 (A) to (C), "reach effect" is executed as the execution timing of the active display change effect. It is easy to determine a late timing such as “during execution” (see FIG. 34B), and a success mode of “with change” is easily determined as an effect mode of the common effect of the first change effect and the second change effect. Therefore, it can be said that the slower the execution timing of the active display change effect, the higher the possibility that the effect result will be a successful mode.

  Returning to the explanation of the change effect setting process shown in FIG. 33, after executing the process of step S904, the effect control CPU 120 ends the change effect setting process.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 36 and 37, a display operation example of the active display change presentation on the display screen of the image display device 5 will be described. 36 (A), (a) to (d) and FIGS. 39 (A), (e) to (g) show the display operations in the image display device 5 arranged in time series. The same applies to FIG. 36 (B) (a)-(d) and FIG. 37 (B) (e)-(f). Moreover, FIG. 36 (A) and FIG. 37 (A) represent the successful effects in which the active display and the active display frame, which are each change target, change due to the execution of the first change effect and the second change effect. As an effect mode of the change effect, the case where the active display change effect pattern HP 3-12 ("with change (shape" star ")" and "with change (thick" very thick ") shown in FIG. 35C is executed On the other hand, Fig. 36 (B) and Fig. 37 (B) show a failure effect in which the active display and the active display frame that are the respective change targets are not changed by the execution of the first change effect and the second change effect, As an effect mode of the active display change effect, the active display change effect pattern HP3-01 (“no change (shape“ circle ”)”, “no change (thickness“ normal ”)” shown in FIG. 36 and 37, the arrows “left”, “middle”, and “right” in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display screen of the image display device 5 are displayed. "↓" indicates that the decorative pattern is being displayed variably.

  First, the success effects in the first change effect and the second change effect will be described. As shown in FIG. 36 (A) (a), in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of the display screen of the image display device 5, the decorative symbol ("3") is determined as the display result of the variable display executed earlier.・ "9" and "4") are derived and displayed. The first hold display portion 5HL displays a hold display H1, a hold display H2, and a hold display H3.

  Next, FIGS. 36A and 36B show an active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed on the first hold display portion 5HL in the active display area AHA, and an active display corresponding to the hold display H1. It shows a state when variable display of AH is started.

  Subsequently, FIGS. 36A and 36C show the first change rendition and the first change effect immediately after the start of the variable display in FIGS. 36A and 36B (execution timing pattern PT-1 shown in FIG. 34B). The state when the 2nd change production is performed is shown. As shown in FIGS. 36A and 36C, three figures (star Z1, triangle Z2 and pentagon Z3) are displayed as a figure group Y1 in the upper right portion of the display screen of the image display device 5 as a first change effect. As a second change effect, an arrow Y <b> 2 in which the characters “Intense heat” is drawn is displayed at the upper left part of the display screen of the image display device 5.

  Next, as shown in FIGS. 36A and 36D, figure group Y1 by the first change effect displayed in FIGS. 36A and 36C moves toward active display area AHA, and figure group Y1. After the triangle Z2 disappears, the star Z1 and the pentagon Z3 continue to move. Further, the arrow Y2 due to the second change effect displayed in FIGS. 36A and 36C moves toward the active display area AHA and collides with the active display frame AHW.

  Next, as shown in FIGS. 37A and 37E, after the arrow Y2 due to the second change effect collides with the active display frame AHW, the thickness of the line of the active display frame AHW changes to "very thick". There is. Further, the pentagon Z3 further disappears from the graphic group Y1 resulting from the first change effect, and only the star Z1 continues to move.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIGS. 37A and 37F, in FIG. 37A and E, the star Z1 left without disappearing among the figure group Y1 due to the first change effect headed toward the active display frame AHW. Move further and collide with the active display AH.

  Then, as shown in FIGS. 37A and 37G, after the star Z1 remaining without disappearing in the figure group Y1 collides with the active display AH, the display shape of the active display AH changes to "star". ing. In addition, “7” is stop-displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, which is a reach mode.

  Next, failure effects in the first change effect and the second change effect will be described. 36 (B) (a)-(c) are the same as FIG. 36 (A) (a)-(c). That is, FIGS. 36 (A) (a) to (c) and FIGS. 36 (B) (a) to (c) are common displays for the success effect and the failure effect in the first change effect and the second change effect. Is the action.

  Subsequently, in FIG. 36 (B) (d), the arrow Y2 by the second change effect displayed in FIG. 36 (B) (c) moves toward the active display area AHA and collides with the active display frame AHW The state of moving to the lower part of the display screen of the image display device 5 is shown. Further, similarly to FIGS. 36A and 36D, the figure group Y1 by the first change effect displayed in FIGS. 36B and 36C moves toward the active display area AHA, and the figure group Y1 to the triangle Z2 After disappearing, the star Z1 and the pentagon Z3 continue to move.

  Next, as shown in FIGS. 37B and 37E, the pentagon Z3 further disappears from the figure group Y1 resulting from the first change effect, and only the star Z1 continues to move. In addition, the arrow Y <b> 2 due to the second change effect disappears from the display screen of the image display device 5.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIGS. 37 (B) (f), the star Z1 remaining without disappearing from the figure group Y1 by the first system change effect displayed in FIGS. 37 (B) (e) is the active display area. The movement further continues toward AHA, but disappears immediately before colliding with the active display AH.

  In FIGS. 37B and 37G, the star Z1 remaining in the active display AH without disappearing from the graphic group Y1 in FIG. 37B (B) (f) disappears without colliding with the active display AH. The active display AH is displayed in the "circle" display mode without changing the display shape. In addition, “7” is stop-displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, which is a reach mode.

  As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, the hold notice effect is executed based on the winning determination result. This hold notice effect is variable display by displaying hold display and active display in one of multiple display colors with the expectation increasing in order of “white”, “blue”, “green”, “red”. The result suggests the possibility of “big hit (probability / non-probability change)” or “surprise big hit”. In addition, when the variable display result is “probable big hit”, the ratio that the display color of the active display is determined to be “green” is set to be high. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a decrease in expectation for the display color “green”.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed is displayed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance a sense of expectation for the variable display being executed.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above embodiment, for example, in the display mode change determination table shown in FIG. 20 (C), FIG. 21 (C), and FIG. In the case of “big hit”, rather than starting the display of the hold display with “green”, the display color is changed to “ The rate of change to green is set to be high. According to such a configuration, even when the hold display is started with "white" or "blue", it may change to "green", and the display color for "white" or "blue" may be changed. Expectation can be raised.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, when the variable display is executed by a variation pattern including the reach / small hit dedicated reach, Suggestive remarks are performed that have a sense of expectation for a "big hit" or "small hit". In addition, during the execution of the suggestion effect, an active display mode change effect is executed in which the display color of the active display is changed to “green”, which has a high expectation degree of “probable big hit”. According to such a configuration, it is possible to effectively enhance the sense of expectation for the suggested effect.

  Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage is displayed on the first hold display unit 5HL or the second hold display unit 5HR on the display screen of the image display device 5. When the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started, the display is displayed as the active display in the active display area AHA. In addition, the display mode of the active display or the active display frame can be changed by the first change effect and the second change effect acting on the active display and the active display frame, and the display mode of the active display or the active display frame is changed. And a failure mode in which the active display or the display mode of the active display frame does not change can be executed. In addition, a plurality of execution timings of the first change presentation and the second change presentation are provided, and different determination rates of success modes are set according to the variable display result. According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the execution timing of the common effect.

  Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to these embodiments, and any changes or additions may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention. Be

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the hold notice effect, the hold display and the active display are displayed in four display colors such as “white”, “blue”, “green”, and “red”. The present invention is not limited to this, and the hold display and the active display may be displayed in more display colors or less display colors. Further, for example, one display color is assigned to one display mode, such as “red” for the third display mode, “green” for the second display mode, and “blue” for the first display mode. May be assigned multiple display colors. Further, the shape of the hold display and the active display is not limited to a circle and is arbitrary.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the special figure game using the first special figure, as shown in the first special figure display result determination table of FIG. 10 (A), "big hit", "small hit", " In the special figure game using the second special figure as the special figure display result of “losing”, as shown in the second special figure display result determination table of FIG. As a display result, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to each special figure display result. However, the special figure display result of the special figure game using the first special figure may be only “big hit” and “losing” and may not include “small hit”. Further, "small hit" may be included in the special drawing display result of the special drawing game using the second special drawing.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 20 to 24, when the variable display result is “losing (super reach)” or “small hit”, no determination ratio is assigned. There are display mode change patterns (for example, display mode change patterns PT4-4-01 and PT4-4-14 to 29 shown in FIG. 21). However, even if a display ratio change pattern is assigned to a display mode change pattern to which no determination ratio is assigned, even if the variable display result is “lost”, “red” that has a high expectation from the start of display of the hold display The display color of the hold display and the active display may be changed a plurality of times.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the active display mode determination table shown in FIG. 19, “big hit (probability / non-probability change)”, “big hit (probability)”, “losing (super reach)”, or “small hit” The determination ratio assigned to the display color of the active display was changed for each variable display result. In particular, when the variable display result is “big hit (probability)”, the display color of the active display is the final stage compared with “big hit (probability change / non-probability change)” which is a more advantageous game situation for the player. Increased the percentage of “green” that is one level lower than “red”. However, the determination ratio assigned to each display color is arbitrary according to the type of variable display and the variable display result. For example, when “big hit” in which 16 round games are executed and “big hit” in which four round games are executed is set as a variable display result, active is the final display mode of “big hit” in which four round games are executed. As a display mode (display color), the determination ratio of “green” may be set higher than “big hit” in which a 16-round game is executed. In addition, when the “big hit” is set as the variable display result when the upper limit number of variable displays is 100 times and 50 times, the final display mode of the “big hit” when the upper limit number of variable displays is 50 times As an active display mode (display color), the determination ratio of “green” may be set higher than “big hit” in the short time state where the upper limit number of variable displays is 50 times. In addition, when the variable display result is "losing", the determination ratio of the display color "green" or "blue" may be increased.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the active display mode determination table shown in FIG. 19, the variable display results are “big hit (probability / non-probability)”, “big hit (probability)”, “losing (super reach)”, “ When it does not correspond to any of "small hits", the determination ratio was set only to "white" as the active display mode (display color) which is the final display mode, and it was excluded from the target of the hold notification effect. However, the types of variable display results that are the subject of the hold notice effect may be increased, and for example, even in variable display results such as “losing” that do not include the super reach effect, different determination ratios may be assigned to the display colors.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the process of step 502 shown in FIG. 18, when the first start winning port designation command is received in the low base state, or the second start winning port designation command is received in the high base state. In such a case, the pre-reading notice by the hold notice effect is executed. However, regardless of the received start winning opening designation command, the pre-reading notice by the hold notice effect may be executed only when the gaming state is either the low base state or the high base state.

  In the above embodiment, for example, when the variable display result is a sudden big hit or a small hit, the suggestion effect is executed regardless of whether the gaming state is the high base state or the low base state. However, in consideration of the execution time of the suggestion effect, the suggestion effect may not be executed when the gaming state is in the high base state.

  In the above embodiment, for example, whether or not to execute the active display change effect within the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. However, these determinations may be performed together with the process of holding storage when receiving the start winning command.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in the active display change effect, the first change effect changes the display shape of the active display, and the second change effect changes the thickness of the line of the active display frame. However, the active display change effect is not limited to this. For example, the active display change effect is arbitrary as long as it changes the display mode, such as changing the color of the active display or changing the line color of the active display frame. .

  In the above embodiment, for example, data may be exchanged with the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the management server via a portable terminal having a two-dimensional code reading function and an internet network connection function. The player connects to the management server using a portable terminal or the like, receives the player's own ID in advance, receives a notification regarding his / her own performance during the game, or past game history It is possible to play a game in the game mode in which is reflected.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is determined whether or not the variable display result of the variable display becomes “big hit” by executing the winning random number determination process in the start winning determination process executed on the main board 11. . The main board 11 transmits a determination result designation command for designating the determination result to the effect control board 12. Based on the determination result designation command received from the main substrate 11, the effect control substrate 12 determines the content of the advance notice and the like. However, the determination is not limited to whether or not the main board 11 is “big hit”. For example, the main board 11 transmits a command indicating the random value extracted at the time of winning a prize to the effect control board 12, and the effect control board 12 determines “big hit” based on the command indicating the random value received from the main board 11. It is also possible to determine whether or not to become, etc., and to determine the content etc. of the pre-reading advance notice based on this determination result. That is, the determination processing as to whether or not the "big hit" is necessary to determine the content of the advance notice may be performed by either the main substrate 11 or the effect control substrate 12.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, or lighting patterns of segments not limited to numbers and symbols, etc. An example of variable display is shown. However, the variable display result displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B and the special symbol variably displayed are a number indicating "0" to "9" and a symbol indicating "-". It is not limited to what consists of etc. For example, a lighting pattern during variable display of a special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off, and a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off and one pattern in which at least some LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol) Are also included in the special symbol variable display (in this case, the one pattern (eg, the lost symbol) appears to blink). Also, the special symbol displayed during the variable display and the special symbol displayed as the variable display result may be different. As a special symbol variable display, for example, “−” is blinked, and as a variable display result, other special symbols (“7” for “big hit”, “1” for “losing”, etc. The display of) is also included in the variable display of the special symbol. In addition, blinking or scrolling display of one kind of decorative design is also included in the variable display of decorative design. The lighting pattern during the variable display of the normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished, and a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished and one pattern in which at least some of the LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol). Repeating alternately is also included in the variable display of the normal symbol. Also, the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed as a variable display result.

  In the above embodiment, the ratio (including the determination ratio and the like, and the same applies to the probability) may include 0 percent. That is, the ratio or probability may be between 0 and 10 percent. For example, to make one ratio different from the other ratio means that one ratio is, for example, 30%, the other ratio is 70%, and the other ratio is, for example, 0%, and the other ratio is 100%. Including. Further, the sum of one ratio and the other ratio may not be 100% (there may be a part that is not included in either one or the other and may have a predetermined ratio). In addition, when the ratio of the other is higher than the ratio of one, the ratio of one is set to 0% and the ratio of the other is set to 100%. For example, in the above, the variable display pattern selected on the other side is selected on the other side to differentiate the variable display pattern determination rate in the specific period after the advantageous state from the variable display pattern determination ratio outside the specific period. This includes cases where the variable display pattern selected on one side and the variable display pattern selected on the other side partially overlap or do not completely overlap. These may be defined by the contents of a table that defines the ratio.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 performs probability variation control in which the jackpot type is “probability variation” when a jackpot symbol indicating a predetermined number is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol. For example, a probability variation determination device type pachinko gaming machine in which probability variation control is performed based on a game ball passing through a specific region in an attacker provided in the game region may be used.

  In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence or absence of the pseudo-continuous, etc., one change pattern command is given when the change is started. Although the example which transmits is shown, you may make it notify a fluctuation | variation pattern to the production control board 12 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the gaming control microcomputer 100 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-continuity, whether there is a slip effect, etc. before reaching reach (so-called if not reach). Send a command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode before the second stop, and the second command after reaching reach such as reach type and re-lottery effect (if it does not reach, so-called It is also possible to transmit a command indicating the fluctuation time or the fluctuation mode) after (2) stop. In this case, the effect control board 12 may perform the effect control in the change display based on the change time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the fluctuation time by each of the two commands, and the effect control board 12 selects a specific fluctuation mode to be executed at each timing. It is also good. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, and after sending the first command, after a predetermined period has elapsed (for example, the next timer The second command may be sent). 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 fluctuation pattern by two or more commands, it is possible to reduce the amount of data which has to be stored as the fluctuation pattern command.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible. For example, when applied to a slot machine, the total number of winning combinations such as a small combination or replaying combination (replay) is counted, and the winning rate is calculated based on the total number of winning combinations generated and a specific effect May be configured to execute.

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

  The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to a computer device included in the gaming machine such as the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. It may be distributed by being preinstalled in a storage device such as a computer device. 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 does not matter.

  And the execution form of the game is not limited to that executed by attaching the removable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line etc. in the internal memory etc. 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. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

The game state (big hit game state) is a special winning combination after a specific combination of symbols (both of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device, and after a predetermined time (design fixed stop time + jackpot start effect time) has elapsed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, but is provided in the game area after a specific symbol combination (same symbol of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device. The specific gaming state may be started by passing a ball through a specific area (a specific passage gate sensor or a winning sensor). As a result, the player can control the time of occurrence of the big hit, and even if the possession is lost before the big hit starts, the player can have time to lend the ball and replenish the ball.
Furthermore, a plurality of specific areas may be provided, and the number of rounds of the big hit may be different depending on which specific area is passed. In addition, it is possible to do the drawing of the number of big hit rounds with the passage of the specified territory. Furthermore, in this case, if there are a plurality of specific areas, the lottery ratio of the number of rounds may be made different depending on which specific area is passed.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko gaming machine 2 ... gaming board 3 ... gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... special symbol display device 5 ... image display device 5 HL ... 1st suspension display part 5HR ... 2nd suspension display portion 6A ... Normal winning ball device 6B ... Normal variable winning ball apparatus 7 ... Special variable winning ball apparatus 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Voice control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... gate switch 22A, 22B ... start opening switch 23 ... count switch 100 ... microcomputer for game control 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... display control unit AHA ... active display area AHW ... active display frame H1 to H4 ... pending display S1 ... arrow image S2 ... like image

Claims (2)

A gaming machine capable of performing variable display and controlling in an advantageous state for the player,
Display means for displaying variable display related information related to variable display;
Determining means for determining whether or not to be controlled to the advantageous state;
In accordance with the determination result of the determination means, a notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect that displays variable display related information corresponding to the variable display as a determination target in any one of a plurality of display modes; Equipped with
The above-mentioned advantageous states can be controlled to at least a first advantageous state and a second advantageous state that is more advantageous than the first advantageous state.
The notice effect execution means includes at least a variable display related information in a first display mode and a second display mode in which the ratio controlled to the second advantageous state is higher than when displayed in the first display mode. , And a third display mode in which the proportion controlled to the second advantageous state is higher than that displayed by the second display mode;
When variable display related information is displayed in the second display mode, the rate at which the first advantageous state is controlled is higher than when displayed in the third display mode,
The display means includes, as variable display related information, variable display corresponding display means for displaying a variable display corresponding display capable of displaying a frame display and a display icon corresponding to the variable display being executed and having different expectations. ,
The notice effect executing means is executed in common when changing the display mode of the variable display-compatible display and when not changing the display mode of the variable display-compatible display, and displays the plurality of display icons. An effect execution means capable of executing a success effect that changes the display mode of the variable display corresponding display after executing the effect or a failure effect that does not change the display mode of the variable display compatible display,
Among the plurality of timings during execution of variable display, the ratio at which the success effect is performed differs depending on at which timing the common effect is performed.
A gaming machine characterized by that. It further comprises a suggestion effect execution means capable of carrying out a suggestion effect suggesting control to the first advantageous state,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the notice effect execution means can change the display mode of the variable display related information to the second display mode during execution of the suggestion effect.