JP6652535B2 - Gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, in a gaming machine, when a specific display result is displayed in a symbol changing game, an advantageous state advantageous to a player is given. In the gaming machine, various effects are executed.

  In such a gaming machine, for example, as disclosed in Patent Document 1, a configuration in which an effect is executed with predetermined effect contents is disclosed.

JP 2017-006533 A

However, in such a gaming machine, an effect is performed with predetermined effect contents, and it is desired that the effect of the game be improved by further increasing the effect of the effect.
The present invention has been made in view of the problems existing in such conventional technology, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest in games.

  A gaming machine for solving the above-mentioned problems includes state control means for controlling a state, effect execution means for executing an effect, and mode control means for controlling an effect mode, wherein the state includes a normal state, There is an advantageous state that is more advantageous for the player than the normal state, and the effect mode includes at least a first effect mode and a second effect mode, and the effect is controlled to the first effect mode. There is a first effect that can be executed when the first effect mode is executed, and a second effect that can be executed when the first effect mode is controlled in the second effect mode. When the second effect mode is controlled in the current advantageous state after passing through, the effect execution means is configured to execute the second effect mode in the effect content corresponding to the execution result of the first effect executed in the last advantageous state. To perform the production And effect.

  The gaming machine further includes an operation unit operable by a player, and the mode control unit is configured to switch at least one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode in accordance with a predetermined operation of the operation device. You may make it controllable.

  ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, the improvement of interest to a game can be aimed at.

The figure which shows a pachinko gaming machine typically. The figure which shows a game board typically. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an electrical configuration of a pachinko gaming machine. The figure which shows the production mode. The figure which shows the transition trigger of a production mode. The figure which shows the production content of a specific production (1st production). The figure which shows the image displayed by a specific effect (1st effect). The figure which shows the production content of a specific production (2nd production). The figure which shows the image displayed by a specific effect (2nd effect). The figure which shows the selection aspect of a character. (A)-(h) is a figure which shows the production mode when a specific production is performed. (A)-(h) is a figure which shows the production mode when a specific production is performed. (A)-(f) is a figure which shows the effect mode when a specific effect is performed. The figure which shows initialization processing. The figure which shows specific production start processing. (A), (b) is a figure which shows an example of the execution aspect of a specific effect. (A), (b) is a figure which shows an example of the execution aspect of a specific effect.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of a pachinko gaming machine will be described.
Up, down, left, right, front (front), and back (back) in this specification indicate each direction as viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes a frame 11. A game board 20 described later is mounted on the frame 11.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a firing handle 16. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the firing intensity of the game ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a decorative lamp 17 as an effect executing means. The decorative lamp 17 performs an effect of emitting light, blinking, and extinguishing light (hereinafter, referred to as a light emission effect) as one of the effects. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a speaker 18 as effect executing means. The speaker 18 performs an effect (hereinafter, referred to as a sound effect) for outputting sounds such as voices of people and animals, sound effects, and music as one of the effects. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first operation button BT1, a second operation button BT2, and a third operation button BT3 as operation means operable by a player. The operation buttons BT1 to BT3 are used, for example, in producing an effect. The operation buttons BT1 to BT3 may be used for various settings such as volume setting and light amount setting. The operation buttons BT1 to BT3 are of a push button type.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display device 22. For example, the information display device 22 is provided at a position on the game board 20 where the information display device 22 can be visually recognized by a player. The information display device 22 notifies various information indicating the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 10.

  The information display device 22 includes a first special symbol display unit 22a. The first special symbol display section 22a is configured to be able to display one or more types of first special symbols. The first special symbol display unit 22a can execute a first special symbol change game in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner and finally the first special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the “first special symbol variation game” may be abbreviated as “first special game”.

  The information display device 22 includes a second special symbol display unit 22b. The second special symbol display section 22b is configured to be able to display one or more types of second special symbols. The second special symbol display section 22b can execute a second special symbol change game in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner and finally the second special symbol is fixedly displayed. In the following description, the “second special symbol variation game” may be abbreviated as “second special game”.

  In the following description, when the first special symbol variation game and the second special symbol variation game are not distinguished, they may be collectively referred to as a “special game”. The first special symbol and the second special symbol are symbols for notifying a result of a lottery (a jackpot lottery described later) executed internally in the pachinko gaming machine 10.

  In this specification, “variable display” means a state in which the type of the displayed symbol changes with the passage of time. In this specification, the “fixed stop display” means a state in which the symbol is definitely stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. In this specification, “fixed stop display” and “derivation” have the same meaning for symbols. The special symbols that can be derived in the special symbol display sections 22a and 22b include a big hit symbol as a big hit display result and a lose symbol as a loss display result. In the special game, when the big hit symbol is derived, the player can recognize the big hit. In the special game, when a loss symbol is derived, the player can recognize the loss.

  In the present embodiment, the first special game and the second special game are not executed at the same time. In the present embodiment, the second special game is executed prior to the first special game. In the present embodiment, when a jackpot lottery is won, a jackpot symbol is derived in a special game, and a jackpot game is awarded after the end of the special game.

  The information display device 22 includes a first special hold display unit 22c. The first special hold display unit 22c displays information that allows the number of times of the first special game whose execution has been held to be recognizable because the hold condition has been met but the execution condition has not been met. In the following description, the number of times of the first special game on hold is referred to as “first special hold number”. The information display device 22 includes a second special hold display unit 22d. The second special hold display unit 22d displays information that allows the user to recognize the number of times of the second special game whose execution has been suspended because the suspension condition has been fulfilled but the execution condition has not been fulfilled yet. In the following description, the number of held second special games is referred to as “second special held number”. For example, the maximum values of the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are each “4”.

  The information display device 22 includes a normal symbol display unit 22e. The normal symbol display section 22e is configured to be able to display one or more types of normal symbols. The normal symbol display section 22e can execute a normal symbol variation game in which a predetermined symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and finally, the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the normal symbol variation game is abbreviated as “normal game”. The ordinary symbols that can be derived to the ordinary symbol display unit 22e include an ordinary hit symbol and an unusual symbol. When the normal hit symbol is derived in the normal game, the player can recognize the normal hit. In a base game, when a normal outlier is derived, the player can recognize the normal outlier. In the present embodiment, when the normal symbol winning lottery is won, a normal winning symbol is derived in a normal game, and a normal winning game is awarded after the end of the normal game. As will be described in detail later, the normal hit game is an advantageous state for the player because the player can easily fulfill the holding condition of the second special game.

  The information display device 22 includes a normal hold display unit 22f. The normal holding display unit 22f displays information that allows the number of times of the normal game whose execution is held to be recognizable when the holding condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. For example, the maximum value of the number of ordinary reservations is “4”.

  The information display device 22 may include a status display unit that displays information that can recognize the status of the pachinko gaming machine 10. For example, the information displayed on the state display unit may be information that can specify a high-probability state described later or information that can specify a high-base state described later. The information display device 22 may include a round number display unit that displays the number of round games during the big hit game. The plurality of display units need not be provided on the same member (in the present embodiment, the information display device 22), and may be separately provided on a different part from the present embodiment.

Next, the gaming board 20 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 20 includes a game area 21 on the front side (front side) where game balls flow down. In addition, the game board 20 is provided with a guide passage 25 for guiding the game balls fired by operating the firing handle 16 to the game area 21.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a center frame 26 provided with various decorations at a substantially center of the gaming area 21. The center frame 26 has an opening 26a. Note that the center frame 26 may be expressed as a center accessory.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 27 as effect executing means for executing an effect. The effect display device 27 is, for example, a liquid crystal display type display device. The effect display device 27 may be an organic EL display type display device or a display device including a projector and a screen. The effect display device 27 includes a display area 27r where an image is displayed. The effect display device 27 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the player can visually recognize the display area 27r through the opening 26a of the center frame 26. The effect display device 27 executes, as one of the effects, an effect of displaying an image (picture) imitating a predetermined character or character (hereinafter referred to as a display effect).

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a first starting port 28 that opens to the gaming area 21 below the center frame 26. The first starting port 28 is always open so that a game ball can enter. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first start sensor SE1 that detects a game ball that has entered the first start port 28 (shown in FIG. 3). For example, the first start sensor SE1 is provided in a passage (not shown) through which a game ball entering the first start port 28 passes. In the present embodiment, when a game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the hold condition of the first special game can be satisfied and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied. In the present embodiment, the first starting port 28 into which a game ball can enter corresponds to the first entry port.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a second starting port 29 that opens to the gaming area 21 below the center frame 26. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second start sensor SE2 that detects a game ball that has entered the second start port 29 (shown in FIG. 3). For example, the second start sensor SE2 is provided in a passage (not shown) through which a game ball that has entered the second start port 29 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the hold condition of the second special game can be satisfied, and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied. In the present embodiment, the second starting port 29 into which a game ball can enter corresponds to a second entry port.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a normal variable member 30 in the gaming area 21. The ordinary variable member 30 can operate in an open state of the ordinary variable member 30 and in a closed state of the ordinary variable member 30. The open state of the ordinary variable member 30 is a state in which a game ball can enter the second starting port 29 or is easily entered. The closed state of the ordinary variable member 30 is a state in which a game ball cannot enter the second starting port 29 or is difficult to enter. As described above, in the present embodiment, the normally variable member 30 that can be in the open state where the game ball easily enters the second starting port 29 and the closed state where the game ball is unlikely to enter the ball corresponds to the opening / closing member. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an ordinary actuator A1 for operating the ordinary variable member 30 (shown in FIG. 3). The normal variable member 30 is operated in an open state of the normal variable member 30 in a normal hit game.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a special winning opening 31 that is open to the gaming area 21 at the lower right of the center frame 26. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a special winning sensor SE3 for detecting a game ball having entered the special winning opening 31 (shown in FIG. 3). For example, the special winning sensor SE3 is provided in a passage (not shown) through which a game ball that has entered the special winning opening 31 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the special winning sensor SE3, the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a special variable member 32 in the gaming area 21. The special variable member 32 is operable between an open state of the special variable member 32 and a closed state of the special variable member 32. The open state of the special variable member 32 is a state in which a game ball can enter or easily enter the special winning opening 31. The closed state of the special variable member 32 is a state in which game balls cannot enter or hardly enter the special winning opening 31. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a special actuator A2 for operating the special variable member 32 (shown in FIG. 3). The special variable member 32 is operated in the open state of the special variable member 32 in the big hit game.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a gate 33 through which a game ball can pass (enter) on the right side of the center frame 26 in the game area 21. The gate 33 includes a gate sensor SE4 that detects a game ball passing through the gate 33 (shown in FIG. 3). In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE4, the hold condition of the normal game may be satisfied.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a general winning opening 34 that opens to the gaming area 21 on the right side of the center frame 26. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a general winning sensor SE5 that detects a game ball that has entered the general winning port 34 (shown in FIG. 3). For example, the general winning sensor SE5 is provided in a passage (not shown) through which a game ball having entered the general winning opening 34 passes. In the present embodiment, when a game ball is detected by the general winning sensor SE5, a prize ball payout condition is satisfied. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may have a plurality of general winning ports.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a first starting port 28, a second starting port 29, a large winning port 31, and a general winning port 34 as winning ports. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may have a winning port different from the winning ports 28, 29, 31, 34. “Winning” means that a game ball enters the winning opening. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a member such as a nail or a windmill for changing the behavior of the game ball flowing down the game area 21.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has an out port 35. For example, the out port 35 is open to the game area 21 at the lower end of the game area 21. In the present embodiment, of the game balls fired in the game area 21, those that have not entered any of the winning ports are discharged out of the machine from the out port 35. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may have a plurality of out ports.

Next, the state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low-probability state and a high-probability state as states with different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is a probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. The high probability state is a state in which the jackpot probability (the probability of a jackpot) is higher than the low probability state. The high probability state is a so-called “probability change state (probable change state)”.

  The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as states in which the ratio of the number of award balls to the number of game balls fired is different. The high base state is a ball entry rate improving state in which the ball entry rate of game balls into the second starting port 29 is improved as compared to the low base state. The high base state is a so-called “electric support state”, and the low base state is a so-called “non-electric support state”.

  For example, the high base state can be realized by performing one control arbitrarily selected from the following three controls, or performing a combination of a plurality of controls. The first control is a normal symbol fluctuation time reduction control that makes the fluctuation time of the normal game shorter than in the low base state. The second control is a normal symbol probability variation control in which the probability of winning a normal symbol winning lottery (normal winning probability) is changed to a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the ordinary variable member 30 in one ordinary winning game longer than that in the low base state. In addition, as the opening time extension control, control to increase the number of times of opening the normal variable member 30 in one normal hitting game as compared with the low base state, and one opening of the normal variable member 30 in the normal hitting game. At least one of the controls for setting the time longer than that in the low base state may be performed.

  In the present embodiment, the ordinary hit probability in the low base state exceeds 0. For this reason, the normally variable member 30 can be operated in the open state in the low base state. Note that the ordinary hit probability in the low base state may be zero. In this case, the normally variable member 30 is not operated in the open state in the low base state.

  Further, the high base state may be realized by combining a fourth control described below. The fourth control is a special symbol fluctuation time reduction control that makes the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) shorter than in the low base state. When performing the special symbol variation time reduction control, the high base state is a so-called “variation time reduction state” for the special symbol. On the other hand, the low base state is a so-called “non-fluctuation time shortened state” for a special symbol.

  In the following description, a state that is a low probability state and a low base state is referred to as a “low-probability low base state”, and a state that is a high probability state and a low base state is referred to as a “high-probability low base state”. In addition, a state that is a low-probability state and a high-base state is referred to as a “low-probability-high-base state”, and a state that is a high-probability state and a high-base state is referred to as a “high-probability-high base state”.

Next, a big hit in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a plurality of types of big hits as special hits. Specifically, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with symbols ZA and ZB as big hit symbols of the first special symbol. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes symbols Za and Zb as big hit symbols of the second special symbol. For each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols, the type of jackpot is determined. Hereinafter, the type of the big hit is expressed as a big hit based on the symbols ZA, ZB, Za and Zb using the type of the big hit symbol. Also, as the type of the jackpot game provided based on the type of the jackpot, the type of the jackpot symbol is used to represent the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA, ZB, Za, and Zb.

  In the present embodiment, among the first special symbols, 65 types of big hit symbols are assigned to the symbol ZA, and 35 types of big hit symbols are assigned to the symbol ZB. Similarly, among the second special symbols, 65 types of jackpot symbols are assigned to symbol Za, and 35 types of jackpot symbols are assigned to symbol Zb.

  In the big hit game, first, a predetermined effect is performed over a predetermined opening time. In the present embodiment, an opening effect for notifying the start of the big hit game is performed as the predetermined effect. In the big hit game, after the opening time elapses, a round game in which the big winning opening 31 is opened is performed. Round games are performed with the upper limit being the upper limit. In the present embodiment, the upper limit number is a predetermined number of times.

  One round game is ended when a first end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enters or a second end condition in which a predetermined upper limit time elapses is satisfied. In the round game, the special winning opening 31 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. In the round game, a round effect is performed. Then, in the big hit game, when the last round game is finished, a predetermined effect is performed over a predetermined ending time. In the present embodiment, an ending effect for notifying the end of the big hit game is performed as the predetermined effect. The big hit game is ended as the ending time elapses.

  For the symbols ZA and Za, a first specified number of times (16 times in the present embodiment) is set as a specified number of round games. For the symbols ZB and Zb, a second specified number (four in the present embodiment) smaller than the first specified number is set as the specified number of round games.

  In the symbols ZA and Za, a high probability state and a high base state are defined as states after the end of the big hit game. After the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za, the high probability state and the high base state are given until the next big hit game is given. Hereinafter, the jackpot based on the symbols ZA and Za may be described as “probable jackpot”.

  In the symbols ZB and Zb, a low probability state and a high base state are defined as states after the end of the big hit game. After the big hit game based on the symbols ZB and Zb, a low probability state is given and a special upper limit number of special games is ended or before the upper limit number of special games is ended. Until the big hit game is given, the high base state is given. Hereinafter, the jackpot based on the symbols ZB and Zb may be described as “non-probable variable jackpot”.

Next, an example of an effect that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
In the present embodiment, examples of the display effects that can be executed by the effect display device 27 include an effect design variation game in which the effect symbols are variably displayed in a plurality of columns and a combination of the effect symbols is finally derived. In the following description, the effect symbol variation game is abbreviated as “effect game”. The effect design is a design (decorative design) on which decorations such as characters and patterns are applied, and is for diversifying display effects. In the present embodiment, the effect game is performed by changing and displaying (scrolling) the first, second, and third symbol patterns in a predetermined direction.

  The effect game is started with the start of the special game and is ended with the end of the special game. Then, in the effect game, a combination of effect symbols according to the special symbol derived in the special game is derived. When the big hit symbol is derived in the special game, a big hit symbol combination based on the effect symbol is derived in the effect game. For example, the symbol combination of the big hit by the effect symbol is a symbol combination in which the effect symbols of all the rows are the same, such as “333” and “777”. When a lost symbol is derived in the special game, a lost symbol combination based on the effect symbol is derived in the effect game. For example, a symbol combination that is out of alignment with an effect symbol is a symbol combination in which at least a portion of the effect symbol is different from the effect symbols of the other columns, such as “787” or “556”. In the effect game, the effect symbol may be temporarily stopped and displayed before the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. In the present specification, “temporarily stop display” is a temporary stop state before the effect symbol is fixedly displayed, and is, for example, a state in which the effect symbol is displayed in a fluctuation display.

  The effect game may include a reach effect performed by forming a reach. In the reach, the same effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific column (first column and third column in the present embodiment) of a plurality of columns, and a column different from the specific column (second column in the present embodiment). ) Is a state in which the effect symbol is continuously displayed in a fluctuating manner. For example, in the reach effect, there may be a plurality of types of reach effects in which the appearance of the character and the effect of the effect design are different.

Next, an electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs a control signal (control command) according to the result of the processes.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41. The sub-board 41 performs a predetermined process based on a control signal input from the main board 40. For example, the sub-substrate 41 performs a process for causing the decorative lamp 17 to emit light, the speaker 18 to perform a sound effect, and the effect display device 27 to perform a display effect.

First, the main substrate 40 will be described.
The main board 40 includes a main control CPU 40a, a main control ROM 40b, and a main control RAM 40c. The main control CPU 40a performs various processes by executing the main control program.

  The main control ROM 40b stores a main control program, a table used for a predetermined lottery, a determination value, and the like. The main control ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of variation patterns. The fluctuation pattern is information that can specify a fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. In the present embodiment, the fluctuation pattern is information that can specify the effect contents of the effect game that is performed from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. Note that the variation pattern does not need to be information that can specify the effect contents of the effect game performed from the start of the special game to the end of the special game.

  The variation pattern includes a jackpot variation pattern and a deviation variation pattern. In the big hit variation pattern, as the effect content of the effect game, the effect content for finally deriving the big hit symbol combination through the reach effect is defined. In the loss variation pattern, as the effect content of the effect game, an effect content that ultimately derives a symbol combination of the loss without the reach effect or through the reach effect is defined.

  The main control RAM 40c is configured to be able to store various information rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main control RAM 40c is, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be generated as a hardware random number or may be generated as a software random number.

  The main control CPU 40a and the sensors SE1 to SE5 are connected. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal output when the sensors SE1 to SE5 detect a game ball.

  The main control CPU 40a and the actuators A1 and A2 are connected. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to control the operations of the actuators A1 and A2. The main control CPU 40a and the information display device 22 are connected. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to control the display content of the information display device 22.

Next, the sub-substrate 41 will be described.
The sub board 41 and the main board 40 are connected. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to output a control signal from the main board 40 to the sub board 41 in one direction.

  The sub board 41 includes a sub control CPU 41a, a sub control ROM 41b, and a sub control RAM 41c. The sub-control CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to effects) by executing the sub-control program. The sub-control ROM 41b stores a sub-control program, tables used for lottery, determination values, and the like. The sub-control ROM 41b stores display effect data relating to the display effect on the effect display device 27. The sub-control ROM 41b stores light emission effect data relating to the light emission effect of the decorative lamp 17. The sub control ROM 41b stores voice effect data relating to the sound effect of the speaker 18.

  The sub-control RAM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the sub control RAM 41c is, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The sub-board 41 is configured to generate a random number. For example, the random number may be generated as a hardware random number or may be generated as a software random number.

  The sub control CPU 41a and the effect display device 27 are connected. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the display mode of the effect display device 27. The sub control CPU 41a and the decoration lamp 17 are connected. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the light emission mode of the decorative lamp 17. The sub control CPU 41a and the speaker 18 are connected. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the output mode of the speaker 18. The sub-control CPU 41a and the operation buttons BT1 to BT3 are connected. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to input an operation signal indicating that the operation buttons BT1 to BT3 have been operated.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a power supply board 50 for supplying a predetermined power supply voltage to various electronic components of the pachinko gaming machine, such as the main board 40 and the sub-board 41.
The power supply board 50 is provided with a power supply circuit 50a, a power-off monitoring circuit 50b, a reset signal circuit 50c, a backup power supply 50d, a RAM clear switch circuit 50e, and a RAM clear switch 50f.

  The power supply circuit 50a converts a power supply voltage supplied from the outside of a game arcade or the like into a predetermined power supply voltage, and supplies the converted predetermined power supply voltage to various electronic components in the pachinko gaming machine.

  The power interruption monitoring circuit 50b monitors the power supply voltage supplied from the power supply circuit 50a. Specifically, the power-off monitoring circuit 50b monitors whether the power supply voltage supplied from the power supply circuit 50a has become lower than a predetermined threshold value, and outputs a power-off signal when the power supply voltage becomes lower than the threshold value. Output. The threshold value is a minimum voltage required to operate the pachinko gaming machine. The power-off signal is output to the control board (main board 40) having a backup function and the reset signal circuit 50c. In the present embodiment, while the main board 40 has the backup function, the sub-board 41 does not have the backup function. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the sub-board 41 may have the backup function. Good.

  The reset signal circuit 50c outputs a reset signal when the supply of the power supply voltage from the power supply circuit 50a is started (when power is turned on or power is restored). Specifically, the reset signal circuit 50c outputs the reset signal as a high level for a predetermined time when the power supply voltage supplied from the power supply circuit 50a becomes higher than a predetermined threshold value, and then outputs the reset signal. Is output as a low level. The reset signal is output to the main board 40 and the sub board 41.

  The backup power supply 50d is, for example, an electric double layer capacitor. The backup power supply voltage from the backup power supply 50d is supplied to the main control RAM 40c even when the power supply voltage from the power supply circuit 50a is not supplied. Thus, the main control RAM 40c can retain the stored contents for a predetermined period by the backup power supply voltage supplied from the backup power supply 50d even when the power supply voltage is not supplied from the power supply circuit 50a.

  The RAM clear switch 50f is a switch that is operated when instructing initialization of the storage content of the main control RAM 40c, and is arranged at a position that cannot be operated by a player, such as inside the machine or on the back of the machine. When the supply of the power supply voltage from the power supply circuit 50a is started while the RAM clear switch 50f is operated, the RAM clear switch circuit 50e outputs an initialization signal. In the present embodiment, the initialization signal is output to the main control CPU 40a. In the present embodiment, the RAM clear switch circuit 50e and the RAM clear switch 50f are provided on the power supply substrate 50. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the RAM clear switch circuit 50e and the RAM clear switch circuit 50e may be provided on the main substrate 40. Is only required to be output to the main control CPU 40a.

Next, various processes performed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
First, the main processing performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described. The main process is a process executed with the start of power supply. Specifically, after the reset signal from the reset signal circuit 50c of the power supply board 50 is input as a high level for a predetermined time or more, the main process is performed as a low level. This is the process that is executed when an input is made.

  First, the main control CPU 40a performs various settings necessary when the power is turned on. As various settings required at the time of power-on, the main control CPU 40a prohibits interruption of timer interrupt processing, permits access to a storage area built in the main control CPU 40a, and initializes peripheral devices of the main control CPU 40a and a watchdog timer. I do.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a confirms whether or not the RAM clear switch 50f is operated based on the initialization signal from the RAM clear switch circuit 50e of the power supply board 50. That is, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not an initialization signal for instructing erasure of various control information stored and held in the main control RAM 40c has been input. The main control CPU 40a checks whether or not the RAM clear switch 50f is operated only when the power is turned on.

  When the RAM clear switch 50f is not operated, the main control CPU 40a determines whether there is an abnormality in the control information (storage content) stored and held in the main control RAM 40c. Specifically, the main control CPU 40a checks the backup flag stored in the main control RAM 40c when the power of the pachinko gaming machine is turned off, and determines whether the backup flag is normal. The backup flag is a flag for determining whether the control information stored and held in the main control RAM 40c when the power is turned on is correct. The main control CPU 40a calculates the checksum of the main control RAM 40c and determines whether the calculated checksum matches the value of the checksum calculated when the power is turned off.

  When the RAM clear switch 50f is operated or when there is an abnormality in the control information stored and held in the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a deletes the backup information stored in the main control RAM 40c, An initial start process for starting the pachinko gaming machine based on the initial value is executed. On the other hand, when the RAM clear switch 50f is not operated and there is no abnormality in the control information stored and held in the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a starts the pachinko gaming machine based on the set value of the backup information. Execute the backup start process to be performed.

  In the initial startup processing, the main control CPU 40a clears all the main control RAM 40c. Then, the main control CPU 40a sets an initial value in the main control RAM 40c such as a stack pointer. Next, the main control CPU 40a sets, in the output buffer, a power-on initial command designating initialization of the sub-board 41.

  The power-on initial command is a command output upon activation based on initialization, and is a command for designating activation based on initialization. The power-on initial command is a command that is output first upon activation based on the initialization.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a sets an interrupt interval timer (for example, 4 ms) and sets the interrupt to be enabled. Then, the main control CPU 40a ends the main processing.

  On the other hand, in the backup activation processing, the main control CPU 40a restores the stack pointer before the power was turned off. Next, the main control CPU 40a sets, in the output buffer, a power-on power recovery command and a symbol state designation command for the sub-board 41.

  The power-on and power-on recovery command is a command that is output upon a return based on the backup information (execution of the backup startup processing) and is a command that specifies a return based on the backup information. The power-on and power-on recovery command is a command that is output first upon return based on the backup information.

  The symbol state designation command is a command that is output at the time of restoration based on the backup information, and is a command that designates a control state at the time of restoration (also at the time of power failure). In particular, the symbol state designation command performs the return to the execution of the first special game, the return to the execution of the second special game, and the return to the big hit game based on the first special game. This is a command for designating any one of the following: a return to a jackpot game based on the second special game.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a sets an interval timer for interruption (for example, 4 ms) and restores the register before power-off. Subsequently, the main control CPU 40a returns the permission / non-permission (prohibition) of the interrupt to the state before the power-off, sets the address before the power-off, and returns to the set address. Then, the main control CPU 40a ends the main processing.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is cut off, the main control CPU 40a executes a backup process of the main control RAM 40c triggered by the input of the power-off signal from the power-off monitoring circuit 50b. It has become.

  In the backup processing, the main control CPU 40a causes the main control RAM 40c to store and hold control information such as a register and a stack pointer in addition to various control information stored and held in the main control RAM 40c. The main control CPU 40a calculates and stores the checksum of the main control RAM 40c, and sets a backup flag in the main control RAM 40c.

  Thereafter, the main control CPU 40a prohibits access to the main control RAM 40c and waits until a reset signal from the reset signal circuit 50c is input as a high level. When the reset signal is input, the operation of the main control CPU 40a is restricted. After the power is turned off, power is supplied from the backup power supply of the power supply board 50 to the main control RAM 40c, and the contents stored in the main control RAM 40c when the power is turned off are retained as backup information.

Next, a special symbol input process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described. The special symbol input process is performed as an interrupt process.
In the special symbol input process, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first starting port 28 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the first starting sensor SE1.

  When a game ball enters the first starting port 28, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the first special reserve number stored in the main control RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in the present embodiment). I do. If the first special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a updates the first special reservation number stored in the main control RAM 40c by adding one. Thereby, the hold condition of the first special game is satisfied. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the updated first special hold number is displayed. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a first reserved number command) capable of specifying the updated first reserved number in the output buffer. The information (control command) set in the output buffer is output to the sub-board 41 in the next and subsequent interrupt processing.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main control RAM 40c. For example, the random number is a random number used for a jackpot lottery, a random number used for determining a jackpot symbol, a random number used for determining a variation pattern, and the like. In this process, the main control CPU 40a stores the random number information such that the random number information is for the first special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the first special game in the main control RAM 40c, the execution of the first special game can be suspended until the execution condition is satisfied. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself or information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method.

  When the game ball has not entered the first starting port 28, when the first special reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, and when the random number information for the first special game is stored in the main control RAM 40c, the main control is performed. The CPU 40a determines whether or not a game ball has entered the second starting port 29 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the second starting sensor SE2. When a game ball has not entered the second starting port 29, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol input processing.

  When a game ball enters the second starting port 29, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the second special reserve number stored in the main control RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (4 in the present embodiment). I do. If the second special reservation number is not less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol input processing. If the second special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a adds one to the second special reservation number stored in the main control RAM 40c and updates it. Thereby, the hold condition of the second special game is satisfied. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the updated second special hold number is displayed. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a second reserved number command) capable of specifying the updated second reserved number in the output buffer.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main control RAM 40c. In this process, the main control CPU 40a stores the random number information such that the random number information is for the second special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the second special game in the main control RAM 40c, the execution of the second special game can be suspended until the execution condition is satisfied.

Next, a special symbol start process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described. The special symbol start process is performed as an interrupt process.
In the special symbol start process, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the condition for executing the special game is satisfied. The main control CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when the big hit game is not being performed and the special game is not being performed, while making a negative determination when the big hit game is being performed or the special game is being performed. When the special game execution condition is not satisfied, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start processing.

  On the other hand, when the special game execution condition is satisfied, the main control CPU 40a determines whether the second special hold number stored in the main control RAM 40c is 1 or more. When the second special hold number is 1 or more, the main control CPU 40a performs a predetermined process so as to start the second special game. On the other hand, if the second special reservation number is not one or more, the main control CPU 40a determines whether the first special reservation number stored in the main control RAM 40c is one or more. When the first special reservation number is 1 or more, the main control CPU 40a performs a predetermined process so as to start the first special game. On the other hand, when the first special reservation number is not one or more, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start processing. In this way, the main control CPU 40a causes the second special game to be executed prior to the first special game.

  When starting the first special game, the main control CPU 40a updates the first special reserved number stored in the main control RAM 40c by subtracting one. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the updated first special hold number is displayed. Next, the main control CPU 40a reads out the random number information stored first from the random number information for the first special game from the main control RAM 40c. When reading out the random number information stored first, the main control CPU 40a deletes the random number information from the main control RAM 40c.

  Next, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not a big hit will occur based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main control ROM 40b. This process corresponds to a jackpot lottery (judgment of jackpot). The determination as to whether or not a big hit is made is made based on, for example, whether or not the value of a random number that can be specified from the random number information matches the big hit determination value. The determination as to whether or not a big hit may be made may be made based on whether or not a value obtained by adding the random number value that can be specified from the random number information and the big hit determination value exceeds a predetermined value. As described above, in the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that determines whether a big hit occurs corresponds to a big hit determination unit.

  When it is determined that a big hit occurs, the main control CPU 40a determines a big hit symbol derived in the first special game and a variation pattern of the first special game. For example, the main control CPU 40a determines a big hit symbol derived in the first special game and a fluctuation pattern of the first special game by a lottery using the read random number information for the first special game. When determining the big hit symbol derived in the first special game, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a symbol command) capable of specifying the determined big hit symbol in an output buffer. When the variation pattern of the first special game is determined, the main control CPU 40a can specify the determined variation pattern and provide information (hereinafter, referred to as a game start command) for instructing the start of an effect game based on the variation pattern. Set to output buffer. After setting the symbol command and the game start command in the output buffer, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start processing.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the big hit does not occur, the main control CPU 40a determines a lost symbol derived in the first special game and a variation pattern of the first special game. For example, the main control CPU 40a determines a lost symbol derived in the first special game and a variation pattern of the first special game by a lottery using the read random number information for the first special game. When determining a lost symbol derived in the first special game, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a symbol command) capable of specifying the determined lost symbol in an output buffer. When the variation pattern of the first special game is determined, the main control CPU 40a can specify the determined variation pattern and provide information (hereinafter, referred to as a game start command) for instructing the start of an effect game based on the variation pattern. Set to output buffer. After setting the symbol command and the game start command in the output buffer, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start processing.

  When starting the second special game, the main control CPU 40a performs the same control as the control for starting the first special game described above. In other words, the main control CPU 40a determines the big hit symbol or the loss symbol based on the result of the subtraction of the first special reserved number, the big hit lottery (big hit judgment), the big hit lottery (big hit judgment), and the result of the big hit lottery (big hit judgment). A change pattern is determined, and a symbol command and a game start command are set. Thereafter, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start processing.

  When the special symbol start process is completed, the main control CPU 40a executes a special game by performing a process different from the special symbol start process. Specifically, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the special game is started. The main control CPU 40a measures a fluctuation time determined in the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process is derived when the variable time set in the variable pattern elapses. Further, the main control CPU 40a instructs the stop of the variation of the effect symbol when the variation time set in the variation pattern determined in the special symbol start process elapses, and information for deriving the symbol combination by the effect symbol (hereinafter, game information). (Indicated as an end command) in the output buffer.

  Subsequently, a standby state process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described. In the present embodiment, a period during which control is performed in the standby state is referred to as a standby period. The standby period is a period controlled when the execution of the special game is permitted and when the execution of the special game is not suspended.

  When the execution of the special game is completed and the predetermined variable interval time elapses, the main control CPU 40a controls the standby state if both the first number of storages and the second number of storages are “0”. I do. In addition, when the big hit game (the ending time of the big hit game) ends, if both the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number are “0”, the main control CPU 40a controls the standby state. As described above, the main control CPU 40a controls the standby state when the execution of the special game is permitted and the execution of the special game is not suspended. When controlling to the standby state, the main control CPU 40a sets, in the output buffer, information (demonstration designation command) that can specify the standby state.

Next, a jackpot process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described.
In the big hit process, the main control CPU 40a performs control for giving a big hit game based on the big hit symbol (big hit type) determined in the special symbol start process. That is, the main control CPU 40a gives a big hit game by executing a big hit process.

  When the big hit special game ends, the main control CPU 40a first sets information (hereinafter, referred to as an opening command) capable of specifying the start of the opening time in the output buffer. When the opening time has elapsed, the main control CPU 40a performs a process for executing a round game. Specifically, the main control CPU 40a controls the special actuator A2 so as to open the special winning opening 31 based on the opening pattern determined by the big hit symbol (big hit type), and starts a round game. After starting the round game, when the first end condition or the second end condition is satisfied, the main control CPU 40a controls the special actuator A2 so that the special winning opening 31 is closed, and ends the round game. The main control CPU 40a repeatedly performs a process for executing such a round game until a specified number of round games is completed. Further, each time a round game is started, the main control CPU 40a sets information that can specify the start of the round game (hereinafter, referred to as a round command) in an output buffer. When the last round game is over, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as an ending command) that can specify the start of the ending time in the output buffer. When the ending time has elapsed, the main control CPU 40a ends the big hit game.

Next, a state process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described.
When the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za is given, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify that the game is controlled to the high-probability state when the big hit game ends, in the main control RAM 40c. Set to status flag. Further, when the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za is given, the main control CPU 40a stores in the main control RAM 40c a value which can specify the control to the high base state when the big hit game is finished. Set the main base state flag. In this case, the main control CPU 40a controls the state so as to be in the high probability state and the high base state until the next big hit game is started.

  When the big hit game based on the symbols ZB and Zb is given, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify that the game is controlled to the low probability state when the big hit game is ended, in the main control RAM 40c. Set to status flag. Further, when the big hit game based on the symbols ZB and Zb is given, the main control CPU 40a stores in the main control RAM 40c a value which can specify the control to the high base state when the big hit game is finished. Set the main base state flag. In this case, since the main control CPU 40a gives the high base state in which the upper limit number is set, the main control RAM 40c stores the number corresponding to the upper limit number as the remaining number of the special games to which the high base state is given.

  Then, every time the special game is executed, the main control CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the remaining number stored in the main control RAM 40c. When the remaining number of times becomes 0, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify the control to the low base state to the main base state flag with the end of the special game in which the remaining number of times becomes 0. That is, the main control CPU 40a ends the high base state and shifts to the low base state with the end of the upper limit number of special games.

  When giving the big hit game, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify that the game is controlled to the low probability state in the main probability state flag when starting the big hit game. In addition, when giving the big hit game, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify that the game is controlled to the low base state in the main base state flag when starting the big hit game.

  When the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify the control to the low probability state in the main probability state flag, information that can specify the low probability state (hereinafter, referred to as a low probability state command) is output to the output buffer. Set to. On the other hand, when the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify the control to the high-probability state in the main-probability-state flag, the information that can specify the high-probability state (hereinafter, referred to as a high-probability state command). ) Is set as the output buffer.

  When the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify the control to the low base state in the main base state flag, the information (hereinafter, referred to as a low base state command) that can specify the low base state is output to the output buffer. Set to. On the other hand, when the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can specify the control to the high base state in the main base state flag, information that can specify the high base state (hereinafter, referred to as a high base state command). ) Is set as the output buffer.

  The jackpot game is a more advantageous state for the player than the non-jackpot game because the player can acquire many prize balls. The high-probability state is an advantageous state for the player because the possibility of winning a jackpot is higher than the low-probability state. The high base state is advantageous to the player because the ball entry rate of the game balls into the second starting port 29 is improved as compared with the low base state, and the game balls can easily enter the second starting port 29. It is in a state.

  In the present embodiment, the jackpot game, the high-accuracy high-base state, the high-accuracy low-base state, and the low-accuracy high-base state correspond to the advantageous state, and the low-accuracy low-base state corresponds to the normal state. Therefore, the advantageous state is a state that is more advantageous for the player than the normal state. The advantageous state includes a high probability state, a high base state, and a big hit game. As described above, in the present embodiment, the state includes the normal state and the advantageous state, and the main control CPU 40a that controls the state corresponds to the state control unit.

Next, various processes performed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.
First, the sub-control CPU 41a performs various settings (initial settings) necessary at the time of power-on with power-on (supply).

  After the various settings are completed, the sub-control CPU 41a waits for an input of a power-on initial command or a power-on recovery command from the main control CPU 40a. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a is configured to start up earlier than the main control CPU 40a, and to control when the power-on initial command or the power-on power recovery command is input from the main control CPU 40a. You can listen to commands.

  Subsequently, when the power-on initial command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a reads information indicating the effect contents in the initial state from the sub-control ROM 41b, and performs control so that the effect is executed with the effect contents in the initial state. In the present embodiment, upon input of the power-on initial command, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that a third initialization condition described later is satisfied.

  On the other hand, when the power-on power-recovery command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the effect to be executed with the effect content in the state before the return based on the symbol state designation command input together with the power-on power-recovery command. Control. Specifically, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether the operation is a return to a jackpot game, a return to a special game, or a return to a state not during a special game or a jackpot game. The state is returned to the state according to the result (the state before the return).

  When an effect is performed from the effect content in the initial state or the state before returning, when a predetermined control command is input at a predetermined timing from the main control CPU 40a, the sub-control CPU 41a executes various processes in response thereto. Becomes

Here, an example of various processes executed by the sub control CPU 41a when a predetermined control command is input at a predetermined timing from the main control CPU 40a will be described.
First, an effect game process performed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.

  The sub-control CPU 41a determines a symbol combination to be derived in the effect game based on the game start command and the symbol command. When the special symbol identifiable from the symbol command is a big hit symbol, the sub-control CPU 41a determines a big hit symbol combination by the effect symbol. When the special symbol identifiable from the symbol command is a lost symbol, the sub-control CPU 41a determines a symbol combination of the lost symbols by the effect symbol.

  In addition, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that an out-of-reach symbol combination including reach (for example, “787”) is reached when the reach effect execution condition is satisfied and the reach effect is executed in the effect game. In the present embodiment, as the execution condition of the reach effect, it is determined that the outlier variation pattern with the reach effect has been determined. In addition, as the execution condition of the reach effect, it may be determined that the sub-control CPU 41a performs a predetermined reach lottery and wins the reach lottery.

  In addition, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the effect symbols are variably displayed in each row, triggered by the input of the game start command. That is, the sub control CPU 41a starts the effect game. The sub-control CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination based on the determined effect symbol when a predetermined timing comes after the effect game is started, and the symbol combination based on the determined effect symbol triggered by the input of the game end command. Is derived. The sub-control CPU 41a may measure a change time that can be specified from the change pattern, regardless of the game end command, and derive a symbol combination when the change time elapses. In this case, the game end command may be omitted.

Next, the jackpot effect process performed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.
Upon input of the opening command, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the opening effect is performed. When a round command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that a round effect is performed. When the round command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a counts the number of round command inputs, and stores information capable of specifying the counted input number in the round number flag. The round number flag is stored in the sub control RAM 41c. Thus, the sub control CPU 41a knows the current number of round games. When the ending command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes information that can specify the number of inputs stored in the round number flag. When the ending command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the ending effect is performed.

  The sub-control CPU 41a may control at least one of the decorative lamp 17 and the speaker 18 in addition to the effect display device 27 so that the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect are performed.

Next, a state process performed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.
When the low-probability state command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the low-probability state in the sub-probability state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. When the high-probability state command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the high-probability state in the sub-probability state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. The sub control CPU 41a can specify whether the current state is the low probability state or the high probability state by referring to the sub probability state flag stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

  When the low-base state command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the low-base state in the sub-base state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. When the high-base state command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can specify the high-base state in the sub-base state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. The sub control CPU 41a can specify whether the current state is the low base state or the high base state by referring to the sub base state flag stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

  In the present embodiment, the start of the special game is controlled so that the effect mode can be shifted. The effect mode corresponds to the type of the background image displayed by the effect display device 27 during the execution of the special game. For this reason, by visually recognizing the background image, the effect mode can be specified by the player. In addition, the effect mode can be executed over a plurality of consecutive special games.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the present embodiment has a plurality of effect modes. The plurality of types of effect modes include a normal effect mode MA (hereinafter, effect mode MA), a high-based effect mode MB (hereinafter, effect mode MB), a first probable effect mode MC (hereinafter, effect mode MC). ) And a second probabilistic effect mode MD (hereinafter referred to as effect mode MD). The effect mode MA is an effect mode controlled when in the low-probability low-base state, the effect mode MB is an effect mode controlled when in the low-accuracy high-base state, and the effect modes MC and MD are controlled. This is an effect mode that can be controlled in the high-accuracy high-base state.

  As shown in FIG. 5, when a big hit is won based on the symbols ZA and Za, after the big hit game ends, the game is controlled to one of the effect modes MC and MD. In addition, when a big hit is won based on the symbols ZB and Zb, after the big hit game is over, the game is controlled to the effect mode MB. Then, when the upper limit number (100 times in this embodiment) of the special game is executed after being controlled to the effect mode MB, the state is shifted from the high base state to the low base state, and the effect mode MA is controlled.

  In the present embodiment, in a plurality of predetermined round games (the 14th and 15th round games in the present embodiment) in the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA and Za, according to any one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Thus, one of the effect modes MC and MD is determined. Specifically, when any one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated in a plurality of predetermined round games, the selected effect mode is switched between the effect modes MC and MD. After the end of the plurality of predetermined round games, the selected effect mode is determined as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game.

Next, control on the effect mode performed by the sub control CPU 41a will be described.
When the opening command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the type of the big hit based on the symbol command in the special game that has won the big hit lottery.

  If the type of the specified big hit is a big hit based on the symbols ZB and Zb, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the effect mode MB as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game. Then, the sub control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MB in the effect mode flag stored in the sub control RAM 41c. The effect mode flag is a flag indicating the effect mode to be controlled.

  When the type of the specified big hit is a big hit based on the symbols ZA and Za, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, and during execution of the special game having the big hit from the information set in the effect mode flag. Identify the controlled production mode.

  Here, when the effect modes MA and MB are specified, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MC in the effect mode flag. On the other hand, when the effect modes MC and MD are specified, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the effect mode set in the effect mode flag.

  When specifying the start of the fourteenth round game, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the information indicates that the operation is valid for the first operation button BT1 and that the operation is valid for the second operation button BT2. The identifiable information is stored in the sub control RAM 41c. Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a predetermined operation validity period. The predetermined operation valid period is a period during which the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is valid, and is an operation valid period for determining the effect mode. In the present embodiment, the sub control CPU 41a specifies the start of the fourteenth round game by referring to the round number flag stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

When one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during a predetermined operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a switches the selected effect mode between the effect modes MC and MD.
In this process, if the information that can specify the effect mode MC is set in the effect mode flag, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the effect when one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during a predetermined operation validity period. Information that can specify the mode MD is set in the effect mode flag. On the other hand, when the information that can specify the effect mode MD is set in the effect mode flag, the effect mode MC can be specified when one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during a predetermined operation validity period. Information is set in the production mode flag.

  After that, when the start of the 16th round game is specified, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the information that can specify that it is not the operation valid period of the first operation button BT1 and the information that it is not the operation valid period of the second operation button BT2. The identifiable information is stored in the sub control RAM 41c. Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a releases the setting of the predetermined operation validity period. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the start of the 16th round game by referring to the round number flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. As described above, the predetermined operation validity period is a period set over a plurality of predetermined round games (the 14th and 15th round games in the present embodiment).

  When the setting of the predetermined operation validity period is canceled, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the effect mode set in the effect mode flag among the effect modes MC and MD as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game. Thus, the sub-control CPU 41a determines one of the effect modes MC and MD according to the predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that determines one of the effect modes MC and MD according to a predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 corresponds to a first effect element determining unit. The operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 during the predetermined operation valid period corresponds to the predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. The effect mode is equivalent to a first effect element.

  Next, upon input of the game start command, the sub control CPU 41a reads a value from the effect mode flag stored in the sub control RAM 41c, and specifies the effect mode controlled based on the value. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 to display the background image corresponding to the specified effect mode.

  Further, when the state shifts from the high base state to the low base state, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information capable of specifying the effect mode MA in the effect mode flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so as to display the background image corresponding to the specified effect mode MA.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a can control any one of the effect modes MC and MD according to the predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that controls the effect mode corresponds to a mode control unit. The effect mode MC corresponds to the first effect mode, and the effect mode MD corresponds to the second effect mode.

  The effects performed in the present embodiment include a normal effect that can be executed during the special game in the low-probability low-base state, and a specific effect that is executed during the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za.

First, the normal effect will be described.
The normal effect is an effect that can be executed during execution of the special game in the low-probability low-base state, and is an effect that cannot be executed during the high-probability high-base state, the low-probability high-base state, and the big hit game.

The normal effect is an effect executed by displaying a character image in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27.
As the types of character images displayed in the normal effect, there are character images respectively corresponding to eight types of characters CA to CH. In the present embodiment, a character image corresponding to the character determined to be a normal effect character among the characters CA to CH is displayed. As will be described later in detail, in the present embodiment, when the character in the normal effect is controlled during the standby period in the low-probability low base state, the character in the specific period during the standby period is controlled according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Hereinafter, it may be referred to as a first selection period).

Next, the specific effect will be described.
When the specific effect is won in the jackpot based on the symbols ZA and Za in the high-probability and high-basis state, during the specific round game in the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA and Za (in the present embodiment, during the first to fourth round games) ).

  The specific effect is an effect performed by displaying various images described later on the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. In the present embodiment, the effect display device 27 that executes the specific effect corresponds to a specific effect execution unit.

The specific effects include a first effect and a second effect.
The first effect is an effect that is executed during a specific round game in the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA and Za, when the jackpot is won based on the symbols ZA and Za while being controlled in the effect mode MC. The second effect is an effect that is executed during a specific round game in the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA and Za, when the jackpot is won based on the symbols ZA and Za while being controlled in the effect mode MD.

As described above, the specific effects include the first effect that can be executed when controlled in the effect mode MC and the second effect that can be executed when controlled in the effect mode MD.
First, the first effect will be described in detail with reference to FIGS.

  In the present embodiment, the first effect is a battle effect in which the determined ally character and the enemy character fight. As will be described in detail later, one of the eight types of characters CA to CH is determined as a friend character in accordance with the operation of one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  In the first effect, the ally character image indicating the ally character, the enemy character image indicating the enemy character, and the first text image indicating the acquisition of the enemy character are displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27.

  In the present embodiment, the various images displayed in the first effect are determined according to the ally character and the number of times the specific effect is executed. In other words, it can be said that the effect content of the first effect is determined according to the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect. In the following description, an ally character may be described as a “character of a specific effect”. The number of executions of the specific effect corresponds to the number of executions of the specific effect that has already been executed. That is, the number of executions of the specific effect does not include the specific effect executed this time. Further, the execution number of the specific effect is the total number of the execution number of the first effect and the execution number of the second effect.

  As a specific example, as shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, when the character CA is determined as the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect is “0”, the character content CA is determined by the effect content EPCA1. One effect is executed. In the effect content EPCA1, a character image CAG, an enemy character image CBG, and a first text image TBG are defined. Further, for example, when the character CA is determined as an ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect is “one time”, the first effect is executed with the effect content EPCA2. In the effect content EPCA2, a character image CAG, an enemy character image CCG, and a first text image TCG are defined. Then, for example, when the character CA is determined as the ally character and the execution number of the specific effect is “two times”, the first effect is executed with the effect content EPCA3. In the effect content EPCA3, a character image CAG, an enemy character image CDG, and a first text image TDG are defined.

  As described above, the first effect among the specific effects is an effect executed with the effect contents corresponding to the character and the number of executions of the specific effect. In the present embodiment, the number of executions of the specific effect corresponds to the execution result of the specific effect, and the number of executions of the first effect corresponds to the execution result of the first effect. The character corresponds to the specific effect element, and the ally character (character of the specific effect) corresponds to the second effect element.

Next, the second effect will be described in detail with reference to FIGS.
In the present embodiment, the second effect is a territory acquisition effect in which the ally character acquires the territory of the enemy character.

  In the second effect, the first territory image showing the territory of the ally character before the territory acquisition, the second territory image showing the territory of the ally character after the territory acquisition, and the territory of the enemy character in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. A second text image indicating the acquisition of the territory is displayed.

  In the present embodiment, the various images displayed in the second effect are determined according to the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect. In other words, it can be said that the effect content of the second effect is determined according to the ally character and the number of times the specific effect is executed.

  As a specific example, as shown in FIGS. 8 and 9, when the character CA is determined as the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect is “0”, the character content CA is determined in the effect content EPDA1. Two effects are executed. In the effect content EPDA1, a first territory image AS11, a second territory image AS21, and a second text image TS1 are defined. Further, for example, when the character CA is determined as the ally character and the execution number of the specific effect is “one time”, the second effect is executed with the effect content EPDA2. In the effect content EPDA2, a first territory image AS12, a second territory image AS22, and a second text image TS2 are defined. Then, for example, when the character CA is determined as the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect is “2”, the second effect is executed with the effect content EPDA3. In the effect content EPDA3, a first territory image AS13, a second territory image AS23, and a second text image TS3 are defined.

  As described above, the second effect among the specific effects is an effect executed with the effect contents corresponding to the character and the number of times the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect) is executed. In the present embodiment, the number of executions of the second effect corresponds to the execution result of the second effect.

Next, a character selection mode will be described with reference to FIG.
In the present embodiment, when the standby state is controlled in the low-probability low-base state, when the first operation button BT1 is operated during the standby period, the control is performed during the first selection period. Then, in the first selection period, one of the characters CA to CH is determined as the character of the normal effect according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  Further, in the present embodiment, during the ending time (second selection period) in the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za, the characters CA to as the ally characters (characters of the specific effect) according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. One of the CHs is determined.

  As shown in FIG. 10, when controlled during the first selection period and the second selection period, selection images SAG to SHG respectively corresponding to characters CA to CH are displayed. In the present embodiment, the selected character is specified by selecting and displaying one of the selected images SAG to SHG. For example, as shown in FIG. 10, the selection of the character CD is specified by surrounding the selected image SDG with an image imitating a frame.

  In the first selection period and the second selection period, when one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated, the selected character is switched in the order of the characters CA to CH. Although illustration is omitted, when the selected character is switched, the selected images SAG to SHG to be selectively displayed are also switched.

  After the end of the first selection period, the character selected as the character for the normal effect is determined. As described above, in the first selection period, one of the characters CA to CH is determined as the character of the normal effect according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  After the end of the second selection period, the character selected as the ally character (character of the specific effect) is determined. As described above, in the second selection period, one of the characters CA to CH is determined as the character of the specific effect according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  Note that the first selection period corresponds to a first specific period. The second selection period corresponds to a second specific period. Further, the first selection period is a specific period in the low-probability low-base state, and the second selection period is a specific period in a state where the game is controlled to the big hit game. Thus, the state in the first selection period is different from the state in the second selection period. The operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 in the first selection period and the second selection period corresponds to a specific operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

Subsequently, an example of an effect mode in the case where the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect) is executed will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 11A, when the execution of the special game is started in the low-probability low base state, the effect symbols are variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and the background image corresponding to the effect mode MA is displayed. Is displayed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (b), when a big hit based on the symbol ZA is won, a symbol combination of the big hit by the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. Hereinafter, the jackpot won in the low-probability low-base state (normal state) may be described as “the first jackpot”. In the present embodiment, the bonus state is provided from the normal state to the advantageous state by giving the big hit game based on the first big hit.

  Although illustration is omitted, in a plurality of predetermined round games in the jackpot game based on the symbol ZA, any one of the effect modes MC and MD is set as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game in accordance with the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Is determined. Here, it is assumed that the effect mode MC has been determined as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 11C, during the ending time in the big hit game based on the symbol ZA, the selected images SAG to SHG respectively corresponding to the characters CA to CH are displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. . In the ending time in the big hit game based on the symbol ZA, one of the characters CA to CH is determined as the ally character (character of the specific effect) according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Here, it is assumed that the character CA has been selected as the ally character.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11D, when the execution of the special game is started after the end of the big hit game, the effect symbols are variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, corresponding to the effect mode MC. A background image is displayed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 11 (e), when a jackpot based on the symbol Za is won, a symbol combination of the jackpot by the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. This big hit is a second big hit from the first big hit.

  When a big hit based on the symbol Za is won while being controlled in the effect mode MC, the first effect among the specific effects is executed during the big hit game based on the symbol Za. At this time, CA is determined as the character of the specific effect, and the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect) is “0”, so that the first effect is performed in the effect content EPCA1. Is done.

  That is, as shown in FIG. 11F, when the execution of the first effect is started, the character image CAG and the enemy character image CBG are displayed. Thereby, a battle between the character CA and the character CB is indicated. Then, as shown in FIG. 11G, the first text image TBG is displayed instead of the character image CAG and the enemy character image CBG. This first text image TBG indicates that an enemy character (character CB) has been obtained.

  In addition, in a plurality of predetermined round games in the big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as an effect mode after the big hit game is ended according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Then, in the ending time in the big hit game, it is assumed that the character CA is determined as the ally character according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 11 (h), when the execution of the special game is started after the end of the big hit game, the effect symbols are variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27 and correspond to the effect mode MC. Is displayed.

  As shown in FIG. 12 (a), when a big hit is won based on the symbol Za, a symbol combination of the big hit by the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. This big hit is the third big hit from the first big hit.

At this time, CA is determined as the ally character, and the number of executions of the specific effect is “once”, so the second first effect is executed with the effect content EPCA2.
That is, as shown in FIG. 12B, when the first effect is executed, the character image CAG and the enemy character image CCG are displayed. Thereby, a battle between the character CA and the character CC is indicated. Then, as shown in FIG. 12C, the first text image TCG is displayed instead of the character image CAG and the enemy character image CCG. This first text image TCG indicates that an enemy character (character CC) has been obtained.

  Thus, in this embodiment, when the first effect is executed twice, it is indicated that two enemy characters (characters CB and CC) have been acquired. Further, the acquisition of the enemy character is indicated each time the first effect is executed, so that the more the number of times the first effect is executed, the more characters can be acquired.

  In addition, in a plurality of predetermined round games in the big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as an effect mode after the big hit game is ended according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Then, in the ending time in the big hit game, it is assumed that the character CA is determined as the ally character according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 12 (d), when the execution of the special game is started after the end of the big hit game, the effect symbols are variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27 and correspond to the effect mode MC. Is displayed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 12 (e), when a big hit based on the symbol Zb is won, a symbol combination of the big hit by the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. This big hit is the fourth big hit from the first big hit.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 12 (f), when the execution of the special game is started after the end of the big hit game, the effect symbol is variably displayed on the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and the effect symbol corresponds to the effect mode MB. Is displayed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 12 (g), after the end of the big hit game, when the special game of the upper limit number (100 times) is finished without winning the big hit, the low-probability high base state is shifted to the low-probability low base state. I do. Thereby, the state is shifted from the advantageous state to the normal state.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 12 (h), when the execution of the special game is started, the effect symbols are variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and the background image corresponding to the effect mode MA is displayed. .

  Then, as shown in FIG. 13 (a), when a jackpot based on the symbol ZA is won, a symbol combination of the jackpot with the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. This jackpot is the first jackpot. Here, a big hit game based on the first big hit is given, so that the normal state is shifted to the advantageous state again.

  In addition, in a plurality of predetermined round games in the big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MD is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game is completed according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Then, in the ending time in the big hit game, it is assumed that the character CA is determined as the ally character according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 13 (b), when the execution of the special game is started after the end of the big hit game, the effect symbol is variably displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and the effect pattern corresponds to the effect mode MD. Is displayed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 13 (c), when the big hit based on the symbol Za is won, the symbol combination of the big symbol by the effect symbol is displayed in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. This big hit is a second big hit from the first big hit.

  Next, when a jackpot based on the symbol Za is won while being controlled in the effect mode MD, the second effect of the specific effect is executed during the jackpot game based on the symbol Za. At this time, since the character CA has been determined as the ally character and the number of executions of the specific effect is “two times”, the first second effect is executed with the effect content EPDA3.

  That is, as shown in FIG. 13D, when the second effect is executed, the first territory image AS13 is displayed. The first territory image AS13 is an image capable of specifying the predetermined areas AR1 to HR1 corresponding to the characters CA to CH, respectively. In the first territory image AS13, the display mode of the predetermined areas AR1 to CR1 corresponding to the territory owned by the ally character (character CA) and the display of the predetermined area DR1 corresponding to the territory owned by the enemy character (character CD) are displayed. The mode and the display mode of the predetermined areas ER1 to HR1 corresponding to the territories owned by the characters CE to CH are different from each other. The first territory image AS13 shows the territory of the ally character (character CA) and the territory of the enemy character (character CD) before the territory is acquired.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 13E, the second territory image AS23 is displayed instead of the first territory image AS13. The second territory image AS23 is an image capable of specifying the predetermined areas AR1 to HR1 corresponding to the characters CA to CH, respectively. In the second territory image AS23, the display mode of the predetermined areas AR1 to DR1 corresponding to the territory owned by the ally character (character CA) and the display of the predetermined areas ER1 to HR1 corresponding to the territory owned by the characters CE to CH are displayed. The aspect is different. The display of the second territory image AS23 instead of the first territory image AS13 indicates that the territory of the enemy character (character CD) has changed to the territory of the ally character (character CA). That is, this indicates that the ally character (character CA) has acquired the territory of the enemy character (character CD).

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 13F, a second text image TS3 is displayed in place of the second territory image AS23. This second text image TS3 also indicates that the ally character (character CA) has acquired the territory of the enemy character (character CD).

Further, in the present embodiment, it is indicated that the territory of the enemy character has been acquired every time the second effect is executed. Therefore, as the number of executions of the second effect increases, the territory that can be acquired increases.
Further, in the present embodiment, even if it is the first second effect, if it is specified that the first effect has been executed twice, it is not the effect content EPDA1 but the number of times of execution of the first effect “2”. The second effect is executed with the effect content EPDA3 corresponding to “times”. Therefore, when the first second effect is executed, the ally character (character CA) has already obtained the territory of the enemy character (CB, CC) obtained in the first effect. For this reason, in the present embodiment, it can be said that the second effect is executed with the effect content that inherits the execution result of the first effect.

Next, a process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a for determining a character for a normal effect and a character for a specific effect will be described.
First, a process related to the determination of the character for the normal effect will be described.

  When the demonstration control command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a performs control during the standby period. When the sub-control CPU 41a performs control during the standby period, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the current game state is the low-probability low-base state. The sub control CPU 41a determines whether the current gaming state is the low-probability low-base state by referring to the sub-probability state flag and the sub-base state flag.

If the current game state is not the low-probability low-base state, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process related to the determination of the character for the normal effect.
On the other hand, when the current game state is the low-probability low-base state, the sub-control CPU 41a stores information that can specify that the operation period of the first operation button BT1 is valid in the sub-control RAM 41c. Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the transition operation valid period. The transition operation valid period is a period during which the operation of the first operation button BT1 is valid, and is a period for transition to the first selection period.

  When the first operation button BT1 is operated during the transition operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the sub-control RAM 41c to store information that can specify that it is not the operation valid period of the first operation button BT1. Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a cancels the setting of the transition operation effective period.

When the first operation button BT1 is operated during the transition operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a performs control during the first selection period.
When controlled in the first selection period, the sub-control CPU 41a displays the selected images SAG to SHG, and directs the selection image corresponding to the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the normal effect. The display device 27 is controlled. The normal effect character flag is a flag indicating the selected normal effect character. The character flag of the normal effect is stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

  Subsequently, the sub-control CPU 41a stores in the sub-control RAM 41c information that can specify that the operation period of the first operation button BT1 is valid and information that can specify that the operation period of the second operation button BT2 is valid. Remember. Thereby, the sub control CPU 41a sets the operation valid period of the normal selection. The normal selection operation valid period is a period during which the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is valid, and is an operation valid period for determining a character for a normal effect.

After setting the operation valid period of the normal selection, the sub-control CPU 41a measures the first selection time.
When any of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during the normal selection operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a switches the selected normal effect character in the order of the characters CA to CH. In this process, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify any one of the characters CA to CH in the character flag of the normal effect.

  As a specific example, when information that can specify the character CA is set in the character flag of the normal effect, the sub-control CPU 41a selects one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 during the operation valid period of the normal selection. Is operated, information that can specify the character CB is set in the character flag of the normal effect. In addition, when the information that can specify the character CH is set in the character flag of the normal effect, the sub-control CPU 41a operates one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 during the normal selection operation valid period. Information that can specify the character CA is set in the character flag of the normal effect.

  Further, when the selected character of the normal effect is switched, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so as to selectively display the selected image corresponding to the switched character of the normal effect.

  Next, when the first selection time has elapsed, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the control of the first selection period. Upon ending the control of the first selection period, the sub-control CPU 41a outputs information that can specify that it is not the operation valid period of the first operation button BT1 and information that can specify that it is not the operation valid period of the second operation button BT2. Is stored in the sub control RAM 41c. Thus, the sub-control CPU 41a cancels the setting of the normal selection operation effective period.

  When the sub-control CPU 41a releases the setting of the normal selection operation effective period, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the character set in the normal effect character flag among the characters CA to CH as the normal effect character. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process related to the determination of the character for the normal effect.

Next, a process for determining a character for a specific effect will be described.
When the opening command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the type of the big hit based on the symbol command input with the execution of the special game that has won the big hit lottery. If the type of the specified big hit is a big hit based on the symbols ZB and Zb, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process related to the determination of the character for the specific effect.

  On the other hand, when the type of the specified big hit is the big hit based on the symbols ZA and Za, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the character of the specific effect from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the identified character of the specific effect in the character flag of the previous specific effect.

  The character flag of the specific effect is a flag indicating the selected character of the specific effect. On the other hand, the character flag of the previous specific effect is a flag indicating the character of the specific effect determined in the previous big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za. The character flag of the specific effect and the character flag of the previous specific effect are stored in the sub-control RAM 41c.

  Next, when the ending command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the specific effect execution number flag, which stores information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect), and Specify the number of executions. The specific effect execution count flag is a flag indicating the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect). The specific effect execution count flag is stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

  When the execution number of the specific effect is “0”, that is, when it is specified that the information capable of specifying the execution number of the specific effect is initialized and the specific effect is not executed, The control CPU 41a specifies the character of the normal effect from the information set in the character flag of the normal effect. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a sets, in the character flag of the specific effect, information that can specify the same character as the specified character of the normal effect. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 to display the selected images SAG to SHG and selectively display the selected image corresponding to the identifiable character from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect. .

  On the other hand, the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect) is “1 or more”, that is, the specific effect is executed after information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect is initialized. If it is specified that the character has been selected, the sub-control CPU 41a displays the selected images SAG to SHG, and displays the selected image corresponding to the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect. The display device 27 is controlled.

  Subsequently, the sub-control CPU 41a stores in the sub-control RAM 41c information that can specify that the operation period of the first operation button BT1 is valid and information that can specify that the operation period of the second operation button BT2 is valid. Remember. As a result, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a specific selection operation validity period. This specific selection operation valid period is a period during which the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is valid, and is an operation valid period for determining a character of a specific effect.

After setting the specific selection operation validity period, the sub-control CPU 41a counts the second selection time. In the present embodiment, the ending time corresponds to the second selection time.
When any one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during the specific selection operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a switches the selected character of the specific effect in the order of the characters CA to CH. In this process, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify any one of the characters CA to CH to the character flag of the specific effect.

  As a specific example, when information that can specify the character CA is set in the character flag of the specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a selects one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 during the operation period of the specific selection operation. Is operated, information that can specify the character CB is set in the character flag of the specific effect. In addition, when information that can specify the character CH is set in the character flag of the specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a operates the operation button BT1 or BT2 during the operation period of the specific selection. The information which can specify character CA is set to the character flag of a specific effect.

  Further, when the selected character of the specific effect is switched, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so as to selectively display the selected image corresponding to the switched character of the specific effect.

  Next, when the second selection time has elapsed, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies information that can specify that the operation is not valid for the first operation button BT1 and information that can specify that the operation is not valid for the second operation button BT2. Are stored in the sub control RAM 41c. Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a cancels the setting of the operation validity period of the specific selection.

  When the setting of the specific selection operation effective period is canceled, the sub-control CPU 41a determines a character set in the character flag of the specific effect among the characters CA to CH as the character of the specific effect. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process related to the determination of the character for the specific effect.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that determines one of a plurality of types of specific effect characters in accordance with a specific operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 corresponds to a second effect element determining unit. . In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that determines one of a plurality of types of characters according to a specific operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 corresponds to a specific effect element determination unit. In the first selection period and the second selection period, the sub-control CPU 41a determines one of a plurality of types of characters according to the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. The operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 in the first selection period and the second selection period corresponds to a specific operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

  In addition, after the previous advantageous state has ended, the sub-control CPU 41a has determined that the specific effect has not been executed as the number of times of execution of the specific effect when the current advantageous state is controlled after passing through the normal state. In this case, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated, the character of the normal effect in the normal state is determined as the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state.

  On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the specific effect has been executed as the number of executions of the specific effect in the case where the previous advantageous state is ended, the normal state is passed, and then the current advantageous state is controlled. When the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated in this case, the character of the specific effect in the previous advantageous state is determined as the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state.

Next, an initialization process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described with reference to FIG. The initialization process is performed at predetermined intervals.
First, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether information that can specify any one of the first to third initialization conditions is set in the initialization flag. (Step S101). The initialization flag is a flag indicating that any one of the first to third initialization conditions is satisfied. The initialization flag is stored in the sub control RAM 41c.

  The first initialization condition is that, after the end of the second selection period, when a character set as the character flag of the specific effect among the characters CA to CH is determined as the character of the specific effect, the character flag of the specific effect is determined. Are satisfied when the character flag of the previous specific effect is different. The second initialization condition is a condition that is satisfied when the third operation button BT3 is operated during a prescribed operation valid period described later. The third initialization condition is a condition that is satisfied when a power-on initial command is input.

When it is determined that the information that can specify any one of the first to third initialization conditions is not set in the initialization flag, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the initialization processing.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the information that can specify any of the first to third initialization conditions has been set in the initialization flag, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the specific effect execution count flag to Information that can specify the number of executions of a specific effect is initialized (step S102).

  In the process of step S102, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “0” to the specific effect execution count flag. When the information that can specify “0 times” is set in the specific effect execution count flag, the sub-control CPU 41a can specify any of the first to third initialization conditions set in the initialization flag. Delete information. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the initialization processing.

  Next, a description will be given of a process performed by the sub control CPU 41a to determine whether the first initialization condition is satisfied. This processing is performed when the character set in the character flag of the specific effect among the characters CA to CH is determined as the character of the specific effect after the end of the second selection period.

  First, the sub-control CPU 41a is a character that is different from the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect and the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect. Is determined.

If it is determined that the characters are not different, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process of determining whether the first initialization condition is satisfied.
On the other hand, if it is determined that the characters are different, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the first initialization condition is satisfied, and sets information that can specify whether the first initialization condition is satisfied to the initialization flag. I do. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process of determining whether the first initialization condition is satisfied.

  When the sub-control CPU 41a determines the character set in the normal effect character flag among the characters CA to CH as the normal effect character after the end of the first selection period, the normal effect character is changed. Even if it has been performed, it is not determined that the first initialization condition is satisfied.

  Accordingly, the sub-control CPU 41a can hold information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect when the character is changed during the first selection period, and can execute the number of executions of the specific effect when the character is changed during the second selection period. Initialize the information that can identify.

Next, a description will be given of a process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a to determine whether the second initialization condition is satisfied. This process is performed when an opening command is input.
First, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the type of the big hit based on the symbol command input with the execution of the special game that has won the big hit lottery, and determines whether the specified big hit type is a big hit based on the symbol ZA. judge.

When the type of the specified big hit is not the big hit based on the symbol ZA, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process of determining whether the second initialization condition is satisfied.
When the type of the specified big hit is a big hit based on the symbol ZA, the sub-control CPU 41a, when the ending command is input, causes the sub-control RAM 41c to store information that can specify that the operation is valid for the third operation button BT3. . Thereby, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a specified operation validity period. The prescribed operation validity period is a period during which the operation of the third operation button BT3 is valid, and is a period for initializing information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect. Further, the third operation button BT3 is a so-called hidden button, and the effect display device 27 does not display an image prompting the operation of the third operation button BT3 during a prescribed operation validity period.

After setting the specified operation validity period, the sub-control CPU 41a measures the specified operation time. In the present embodiment, the ending time corresponds to the specified operation time.
Then, when the third operation button BT3 is operated during the prescribed operation valid period, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the second initialization condition is satisfied, and outputs information that can specify the establishment of the second initialization condition. Set the initialization flag.

  Next, when the specified operation time has elapsed, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the sub-control RAM 41c to store information that can specify that the operation period is not the operation valid period of the third operation button BT3. As a result, the sub-control CPU 41a releases the setting of the specified operation validity period.

When the setting of the prescribed operation validity period is released, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process of determining whether the second initialization condition is satisfied.
As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes the information for specifying the execution result of the specific effect stored in the sub-control RAM 41c according to the prescribed operation of the third operation button BT3. The operation of the third operation button BT3 during the specified operation valid period corresponds to the specified operation of the third operation button BT3. The second initialization condition corresponds to a predetermined condition according to the operation mode of the third operation button BT3.

Next, a description will be given of a process performed by the sub control CPU 41a to determine whether the third initialization condition is satisfied.
When the sub-control CPU 41a receives a power-on initial command while waiting for an input of a power-on initial command or a power-on power recovery command from the main control CPU 40a, the third initialization condition is satisfied. Is determined, and information that can specify whether the third initialization condition is satisfied is set in the initialization flag. Thereafter, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the process of determining whether the third initialization condition is satisfied.

  As described above, when none of the first to third initialization conditions is satisfied, the sub-control CPU 41a can hold the information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect, while the first to third initial conditions. If any of the conversion conditions is satisfied, information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect is initialized.

  Further, as described above, when it is specified that the number of times of execution of the specific effect is “0”, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information capable of specifying the same character as the character of the normal effect in the character flag of the specific effect. Perform the following processing.

  Subsequently, the specific effect start process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described with reference to FIG. The specific effect start process is performed when an opening command is input when a jackpot is won in the high-probability high base state.

  First, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the type of the big hit based on the symbol command input in accordance with the execution of the special game that has won the big hit lottery, and determines the type of the big hit based on the symbols ZA and Za (see FIG. (Indicated as "big hit Za") (step S201).

When the specified type of the big hit is not the big hit based on the symbols ZA and Za (step S201: NO), the sub control CPU 41a ends the specific effect start processing.
When the specified type of the big hit is a big hit based on the symbols ZA and Za (step S201: YES), the sub-control CPU 41a determines the effect contents of the specific effect. In this processing, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution number flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c, and the effect flag shown in FIGS. 6 and 8 stored in the sub-control ROM 41b. The effect content of the specific effect is determined with reference to the effect content determination table based on the content (step S202).

  For example, information that can specify the production mode MC is set in the production mode flag, information that can specify the character CA is set in the character flag of the specific production, and “0 times” is set in the specific production execution count flag. When the identifiable information is set, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the effect content EPCA1 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect).

  Further, for example, information that can specify the effect mode MD is set in the effect mode flag, information that can specify the character CB is set in the character flag of the specific effect, and “two times” is set in the specific effect execution count flag. Is set, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the effect content EPDB3 as the effect content of the specific effect (the second effect).

  For this reason, the specific effect is an effect executed with the effect content corresponding to the effect mode, the character of the specific effect, and the number of times the specific effect is executed. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that determines the effect contents of the specific effect (the effect contents of the first effect and the effect contents of the second effect) corresponds to the effect contents determining means.

  After determining the effect contents of the specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a updates the number of times the specific effect is executed (step S203). In the process of step S203, the sub-control CPU 41a updates information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag. Specifically, the sub-control CPU 41a adds the number of executions of the specific effect by one, and sets information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect after the addition to the specific effect execution number flag.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the sub-control RAM 41c to store information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect). In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a that stores information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect in the sub-control RAM 41c corresponds to the information control unit. Note that the sub control RAM 41c corresponds to an information storage unit.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the sub-control RAM 41c to store, as common specific information, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect (the first effect and the second effect). The specific effect execution count flag corresponds to common specific information.

When the execution number of the specific effect is updated, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the specific effect start process.
When the specific effect start process ends, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so as to execute the specific effect with the effect contents determined in the specific effect start process by performing a process different from the specific effect start process. I do. For example, when the effect content EPCA1 is determined as the effect content of the specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 to display the character image CAG and the enemy character image CBG (see FIG. 7). After that, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 to display the first text image TBG (see FIG. 7) instead of the character image CAG and the enemy character image CBG.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17, an example of an execution mode of a specific effect and a condition for initializing information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect will be described. Note that the description will be given on the assumption that the second and third initialization conditions have not been satisfied in the periods described in FIGS. 16 and 17.

First, with reference to FIG. 16A, an example of an execution mode of a specific effect and a condition for initializing information that can specify the number of times of execution of the specific effect will be described.
As shown in FIG. 16A, it is assumed that the big hit game based on the symbol ZA has been given at the timing shown by the symbol T0. At this time, it is assumed that information that can specify “0” is set in the specific effect execution count flag. At this time, it is assumed that information that can specify the character CA is set in the character flag of the previous specific effect.

  In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MC in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T1, when the big hit game based on the symbol ZA ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CA is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect and the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect are the same character CA. Therefore, the sub control CPU 41a does not determine that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag.

  Next, it is assumed that the big hit game based on the symbol Za is given at the timing indicated by the symbol T2. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table, and refers to the effect content EPCA1 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect). decide. When the specific effect (first effect) is executed in the effect content EPCA1, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “one time” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MC in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T3, when the big hit game based on the symbol Za ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CA is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the sub control CPU 41a does not determine that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag.

  Next, it is assumed that a jackpot game based on the symbol Za has been given at the timing indicated by the symbol T4. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table to refer to the effect content EPCA2 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect). decide. Then, when the specific effect (first effect) is executed in the effect content EPCA2, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “two times” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T5, when the big hit game based on the symbol Za ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CA is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the sub control CPU 41a does not determine that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag.

  Next, it is assumed that a jackpot game based on the symbol Zb has been given at the timing indicated by the symbol T6. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MB in the effect mode flag.

  Then, it is assumed that the state has shifted from the low-accuracy high-base state to the low-accuracy low-base state at a timing indicated by reference numeral T7. In other words, it can be said that at the timing shown by the symbol T7, the state has shifted from the advantageous state to the normal state. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MA in the effect mode flag. Hereinafter, in the description of FIG. 16, the advantageous state controlled from the timing indicated by the symbol T0 to the timing indicated by the symbol T7 may be described as a “previous advantageous state”.

  Next, it is assumed that a jackpot game based on the symbol ZA has been given at the timing indicated by the symbol T8. That is, it can be said that at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T8, the state has shifted from the normal state to the advantageous state. Hereinafter, in the description of FIG. 16, the advantageous state controlled after the timing indicated by the symbol T8 may be described as “the current advantageous state”.

  In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MD is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MD in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T9, when the big hit game based on the symbol ZA ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CA is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the sub control CPU 41a does not determine that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag.

Next, it is assumed that the big hit game based on the symbol Za is given at the timing shown by the symbol T10.
In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table to refer to the effect content EPDA3 as the effect content of the specific effect (the second effect). decide. As described above, when the control is performed in the effect mode MC in the previous advantageous state and the control is performed in the effect mode MD in the current advantageous state after passing through the normal state, the sub-control CPU 41a performs the control based on the specific effect execution number flag. Then, the effect contents of the second effect corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect are determined.

When the specific effect (the second effect) is executed in the effect content EPDA3, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “3 times” in the specific effect execution count flag.
In this way, when the effect mode is controlled to the effect mode MC in the previous advantageous state and then the effect mode is controlled to the effect mode MD in the current advantageous state after passing through the normal state, the effect display device 27 is controlled in the previous advantageous state. The second effect is executed with the effect contents corresponding to the number of executions of the executed first effect.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether the character in the specific effect in the previous advantageous state and the current advantageous state have been controlled in the current advantageous state after passing through the normal state after the previous advantageous state ends. When the character of the specific effect is the same as that of the specific effect, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect can be held.

  Further, when the effect mode in the previous advantageous state is different from the effect mode in the current advantageous state, the sub-control CPU 41a can hold information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect.

On the other hand, another example will be described with reference to FIG.
The content from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0 to the timing indicated by reference numeral T7 in FIG. 16B is the same as that in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 16 (b), it is assumed that the big hit game based on the symbol ZA has been given at the timing shown by the symbol T8.
In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MC in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T9, when the big hit game based on the symbol ZA ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CB is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect is the character CB. Further, the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect is the character CA. As described above, since the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect is different from the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a It is determined that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag. In this process, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “0” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether the character in the specific effect in the previous advantageous state and the current advantageous state have been controlled in the current advantageous state after passing through the normal state after the previous advantageous state ends. When the character of the specific effect is different from that of the specific effect, information that can specify the number of times the specific effect is executed is initialized.

Next, it is assumed that the big hit game based on the symbol Za is given at the timing shown by the symbol T10.
In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table to refer to the effect content EPCB1 as the effect content of the specific effect (the second effect). decide. Then, when the specific effect (second effect) is executed in the effect content EPCB1, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “once” in the specific effect execution count flag.

Next, another example will be described with reference to FIG.
Since the contents from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0 to the timing indicated by reference numeral T1 in FIG. 17A are the same as those in FIG. 16A, the description thereof is omitted.

  At the timing shown by the symbol T2, it is assumed that a big hit game based on the symbol Za has been given. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table, and refers to the effect content EPCA1 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect). decide. When the specific effect (first effect) is executed in the effect content EPCA1, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “one time” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MD is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MD in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T3, when the big hit game based on the symbol Za ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CA is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the sub control CPU 41a does not determine that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a holds information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag.

  Next, it is assumed that a jackpot game based on the symbol Za has been given at the timing indicated by the symbol T4. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table to refer to the effect content EPDA2 as the effect content of the specific effect (the second effect). decide. As described above, when the control is performed in the production mode MD in the advantageous state and after the control is performed in the production mode MD before the control is performed in the normal state, the sub-control CPU 41a performs the second production based on the specific production execution number flag. The effect content of the second effect corresponding to the number of executions of one effect is determined.

When the specific effect (the second effect) is executed in the effect content EPDA2, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “two times” in the specific effect execution count flag.
In this way, when the effect mode is controlled to the effect mode MD in the advantageous state and after the control to the normal state, the effect display device 27 displays the number of executions of the first effect performed. The second effect is executed with the effect content corresponding to.

  As described above, after being controlled to the advantageous state, the sub-control CPU 41a retains information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect when the character of the specific effect is not changed until the character is controlled to the normal state. It is possible.

  Further, the sub-control CPU 41a can hold information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect when the effect mode is changed after the control is switched to the advantageous state and before the control is changed to the normal state.

On the other hand, another example will be described with reference to FIG.
Since the contents from the timing indicated by reference numeral T0 to the timing indicated by reference numeral T1 in FIG. 17B are the same as those in FIG. 16A, the description thereof will be omitted.

  At the timing shown by the symbol T2, it is assumed that a big hit game based on the symbol Za has been given. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table, and refers to the effect content EPCA1 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect). decide. When the specific effect (first effect) is executed in the effect content EPCA1, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “one time” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  In this big hit game, it is assumed that the effect mode MC is determined as the effect mode after the big hit game ends. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify the effect mode MC in the effect mode flag.

  Subsequently, at the timing indicated by the symbol T3, when the big hit game based on the symbol Za ends, the sub-control CPU 41a determines that the character CB is determined as the character of the specific effect. In this case, the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect is the character CB. Further, the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect is the character CA. As described above, since the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the specific effect is different from the character that can be specified from the information set in the character flag of the previous specific effect, the sub-control CPU 41a It is determined that the first initialization condition is satisfied. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect set in the specific effect execution number flag. In this process, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “0” in the specific effect execution count flag.

  As described above, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes the information that can specify the number of times of performing the specific effect when the character of the specific effect is changed before being controlled to the normal state after being controlled to the advantageous state. I do.

  Next, it is assumed that a jackpot game based on the symbol Za has been given at the timing indicated by the symbol T4. In this case, the sub-control CPU 41a refers to the effect mode flag, the character flag of the specific effect, the specific effect execution count flag, and the effect content determination table to refer to the effect content EPCB1 as the effect content of the specific effect (first effect). decide. Then, when the specific effect (first effect) is executed in the effect content EPCB1, the sub-control CPU 41a sets information that can specify “1 time” in the specific effect execution count flag.

In FIGS. 16 and 17 described above, the description has been given on the assumption that the second and third initialization conditions are not satisfied.
On the other hand, for example, when the third operation button BT3 is operated from the timing indicated by the reference numeral T8 in FIGS. When the initialization condition is satisfied, the sub-control CPU 41a initializes information that can specify the execution number of the specific effect, regardless of whether the first initialization condition is satisfied.

  Accordingly, when the character of the specific effect in the last advantageous state is the same as the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the number of times the specific effect is executed when the second initialization condition is satisfied. Initialize the information that can identify.

  On the other hand, when the character of the specific effect in the last advantageous state and the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state are the same, if the second initialization condition is not satisfied, Information that can specify the number of executions of the effect can be stored.

As described above, this embodiment has the following effects.
(1) When the effect mode is controlled to the effect mode MC in the previous advantageous state and then the effect mode is controlled to the effect mode MD in the current advantageous state after passing through the normal state, the first effect executed in the previous advantageous state is executed. The second effect is executed with the effect content corresponding to the number of times (the execution result of the first effect). As described above, when the effect mode is controlled to be different between the last advantageous state and the current advantageous state, the second effect is executed with the effect content corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect in the previous advantageous state, While paying attention to the number of executions of the first effect in the last advantageous state, it is possible to predict the effect content of the second effect from the number of executions of the first effect, and it is possible to improve interest in the game.

  Furthermore, even if the normal state is controlled after the previous advantageous state, the second advantageous state is controlled again and the second effect is executed with the effect contents corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect. It is possible to improve the interest in the game even when the game is controlled to the normal state.

  (2) Since it is possible to control either the effect mode MC or the effect mode MD according to a predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the player is actively operated by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. While having fun in the game.

  (3) By operating the third operation button BT3 with a prescribed operation, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the first effect is initialized. Thereby, the information that can specify the number of executions of the first effect can be initialized as intended by the player, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  (4) Information that can specify the number of executions of the first effect and the second effect is stored in the sub-control RAM 41c as a specific effect execution number flag, and corresponds to the number of executions of the first effect based on the specific effect execution number flag. The effect contents of the second effect to be performed are determined. For this reason, compared to the case where the information that can specify the number of times of execution of the first effect and the information that can specify the number of times of execution of the second effect are stored in the sub-control RAM 41c, respectively, It is possible to improve the interest in the game while reducing the number.

  (5) If the control is switched to the effect mode MD in the advantageous state after being controlled to the effect mode MC and before the control is switched to the normal state, the effect content corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect performed is executed. Two effects are executed. As described above, when the effect mode controlled in the advantageous state is changed, the second effect is executed with the effect content corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect. The effect content of the second effect can be predicted from the number of executions of the first effect, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  Furthermore, even when the effect mode is changed in a case where the effect mode is changed to the advantageous state without being controlled in the normal state, the second effect is executed with the effect contents corresponding to the number of executions of the first effect. Can be expected, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  (6) Since the specific effect is performed with the effect content corresponding to the effect mode, the ally character (character of the specific effect), and the number of times the specific effect is executed, the effect mode, the ally character, and the number of times the specific effect is executed Can be paid attention to, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  When the effect mode in the previous advantageous state is different from the effect mode in the current advantageous state, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect can be held, while the ally character in the previous advantageous state and the current When the ally character is different from the ally character in the advantageous state, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect is initialized. In this way, by specifying which effect element is different between the last advantageous state and the current advantageous state, the information that can specify the execution number of the specific effect can be held, and the execution number of the specific effect is specified. A situation where possible information can be initialized. For this reason, while paying attention to the type of the effect element that is different between the previous advantageous state and the current advantageous state, it is possible to retain or initialize information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect according to the intention of the player. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Further, even if the normal state is controlled after the previous advantageous state is controlled, if the current advantageous state is controlled again, information indicating the number of executions of the specific effect according to the intention of the player can be specified. Can be held or initialized, so that even if the game is controlled to the normal state, it is expected that the game will be controlled to the current advantageous state again, and the interest in the game can be improved.

  (7) By making the ally character (the character of the specific effect) the same in the last advantageous state and the current advantageous state, it is possible to hold information capable of specifying the number of times the specific effect has been executed, and to increase the interest in the game. Improvement can be achieved.

  (8) When the effect mode is changed before being controlled to the normal state after being controlled to the advantageous state, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect can be held while controlling to the advantageous state. After that, when the ally character (the character of the specific effect) is changed before the control is returned to the normal state, information capable of specifying the execution number of the specific effect is initialized. In this manner, depending on which effect element is changed when being controlled in the advantageous state, the scene in which the information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect can be held, and the number of times that the specific effect is executed can be specified. A situation where the information can be initialized. For this reason, while paying attention to the type of the effect element to be changed when being controlled to the advantageous state, it is possible to hold or initialize information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect according to the intention of the player, It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  Furthermore, even when the game is controlled to the advantageous state without being controlled to the normal state, it is possible to hold or initialize information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect according to the player's intention, Can be improved.

  (9) It is possible to retain information capable of specifying the execution number of the specific effect by not changing the ally character (the character of the specific effect) until the normal state is controlled after being controlled to the advantageous state. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  (10) Since the specific effect is executed with the effect content corresponding to the character and the number of executions of the specific effect, the character and the number of executions of the specific effect can be focused on, and the interest in the game can be improved. Can be.

  When the character in the last advantageous state is the same as the character in the current advantageous state, the second initialization condition (a predetermined condition according to the operation mode of the third operation button BT3) is not satisfied. In addition, while information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect can be held, when the second initialization condition is satisfied, information capable of specifying the number of executions of the specific effect is initialized. As described above, even if the same character is obtained in the previous advantageous state and the present advantageous state, information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect is retained depending on whether or not the second initialization condition is satisfied. And a scene in which information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect can be initialized. For this reason, even if it becomes the same character in the last advantageous state and the present advantageous state, it is possible to hold or initialize information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect according to the intention of the player, It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

  (11) When the character in the previous advantageous state is different from the character in the current advantageous state, information that can specify the number of times of performing the specific effect can be initialized, and the interest in the game can be improved. .

  (12) When the character is changed during the first selection period, information that can specify the number of executions of the specific effect can be held, while when the character is changed during the second selection period, the number of executions of the specific effect can be specified. Information is initialized. As described above, depending on the period in which the character is changed, a case where information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect can be held and a case where information capable of specifying the number of times of performing the specific effect can be initialized. Can be caused. Therefore, attention can be paid to the period in which the character is changed, and the interest in the game can be improved.

The above embodiment can be embodied in another embodiment (another example) as follows.
In the above embodiment, the predetermined operation validity period does not have to be set over a plurality of predetermined round games, and may be set for one round game, for example. Further, for example, the predetermined operation validity period may be set to an opening time or an ending time.

  In the above-described embodiment, when any one of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is operated during the predetermined operation valid period, the selected effect mode is switched between the effect mode MC and MD. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when the second operation button BT2 is operated during a predetermined operation valid period, the selected effect mode is switched, and when the first operation button BT1 is operated, the effect mode is selected as the effect mode after the end of the big hit game. The effect mode may be configured to be determined.

In the above embodiment, for example, in a big hit game based on the symbol Za, the effect mode may be configured to be unselectable.
-In the said embodiment, you may comprise so that it may be controlled to any one of three or more types of production modes according to predetermined operation of the operation button BT1, BT2, for example.

  In the above embodiment, it is not necessary to control any of the plurality of effect modes according to the predetermined operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. For example, a predetermined lottery is performed, and based on the lottery result, Thus, it may be configured to be controlled to one of a plurality of types of effect modes.

  In the above embodiment, the prescribed operation validity period may not be the ending time in the big hit game based on the symbol ZA, and may be, for example, the opening time in the big hit game based on the symbol ZA. Further, for example, the prescribed operation validity period may be a specific period in a jackpot game based on the symbol Za. Further, for example, the prescribed operation validity period may be a specific period in a jackpot game based on a non-probable variable jackpot. Further, for example, the prescribed operation validity period may be a specific period in a special game or a specific period in a standby period.

In the above embodiment, for example, the second initialization condition may be a predetermined condition that is satisfied in accordance with a prescribed operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.
In the above embodiment, for example, when the character of the specific effect in the last advantageous state is different from the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state, the sub-control CPU 41a responds to the operation mode of the operation buttons BT1 to BT3. When the holding condition that is satisfied is satisfied, information that can specify the execution result of the specific effect may be stored. Further, for example, when the character of the specific effect in the last advantageous state is different from the character of the specific effect in the current advantageous state, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the number of times of performing the specific effect regardless of whether the holding condition is satisfied. Possible information may be retained.

  In the above embodiment, for example, the specific effect does not have to be executed with the effect content corresponding to the effect mode. In this case, for example, the specific effect may be an effect executed with the effect content corresponding to the character and the number of times the specific effect is executed.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, the sub-control CPU 41a may store, in the sub-control RAM 41c, information that can specify the number of executions of the first effect and information that can specify the number of executions of the second effect. In this case, for example, when the second initialization condition is satisfied, the sub-control CPU 41a may initialize information that can specify the number of executions of the first effect. Further, for example, when the second initialization condition is satisfied, the sub-control CPU 41a may initialize information that can specify the number of executions of the second effect. Note that the number of executions of the first effect corresponds to the execution result of the first effect, and the number of executions of the second effect corresponds to the execution result of the second effect. Then, in this case, for example, the sub-control CPU 41a performs the effects of the first effect and the second effect based on the information capable of specifying the number of executions of the first effect and the information capable of specifying the number of executions of the second effect. The content may be determined.

-In the said embodiment, you may comprise so that the frequency | count of execution of a specific effect (1st effect) may correspond with the frequency | count of winning the big hit in the last advantageous state, for example.
In the above embodiment, the execution result of the specific effect, the execution result of the first effect, and the execution result of the second effect are respectively the execution number of the specific effect, the execution number of the first effect, and the execution of the second effect. The number was, but not limited to. For example, the execution result of the specific effect, the execution result of the first effect, and the execution result of the second effect are the effect content of the executed specific effect, the effect content of the executed first effect, and the executed effect, respectively. The production contents of the second production may also be used.

  To give a specific example, it is assumed that, as the effect content of the first effect, one of the effect contents EP11 to EP14 is determined by lottery, and the first effect is executed with the determined effect content. Further, it is assumed that, as the effect contents of the second effect, one of the effect contents EP21 to 24 is determined by lottery, and the second effect is executed with the determined effect contents. The effect contents EP11 to 14 of the first effect correspond to the effect contents EP21 to EP24 of the second effect, respectively.

  In such a configuration, when the first effect is executed in the effect contents EP11 and EP14, the second effect may be executed in one of the effect contents EP22 and EP23. That is, when the first effect is performed in the effect contents EP11 and EP14, the second effect may be restricted from being executed in the effect contents EP21 and EP24 corresponding to the effect contents EP11 and EP14, respectively. .

  According to the above configuration, since the specific effect (second effect) is executed with the effect content corresponding to the effect content of the executed specific effect (first effect), the effect of the executed specific effect (first effect) The interest in the game can be improved while paying attention to the content.

  -In the said embodiment, although various images were displayed in the specific effect (1st effect and 2nd effect), the image displayed in a specific effect may be changed suitably. For example, in the first effect and the second effect, an image capable of specifying a numerical value may be displayed, and an effect of counting up the numerical value may be performed. In this case, for example, a configuration may be adopted in which the numerical value after being counted up in the first effect is carried over to the second effect. In addition, the numerical value after being counted up in the first effect corresponds to the execution result of the first effect.

  -In the said embodiment, you may comprise so that the decorative lamp 17 may perform a specific effect. Further, for example, the speaker 18 may be configured to execute a specific effect. Further, for example, the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and a part or all of the effect display device 27 may be configured to execute a specific effect. In this case, a part or all of the decoration lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 27 correspond to the specific effect executing means.

  -In the said embodiment, a movable body may be provided, for example. Also, for example, the movable body may be configured to execute a specific effect. In this case, the movable body corresponds to the specific effect execution means.

  In the above embodiment, for example, in a specific effect, various effect elements such as a predetermined character may be stocked. In this case, for example, the execution result of the specific effect may be the type of the stored effect element.

  -In the said embodiment, you may comprise so that grant of a privilege may be shown in a specific effect, for example. In this case, for example, the execution result of the specific effect may be the type of the privilege indicated to be given.

  -In the said embodiment, the 1st production | presentation element does not need to be a production | presentation mode, for example, may be a production | presentation production | presentation element which the production | presentation execution means performs such as the production | presentation element of a voice production. Further, the second effect element may not be a character of a specific effect, and may be, for example, an effect element of an effect executed by an effect executing unit such as an effect element of a light emitting effect. Further, the specific effect element may not be a character, and may be, for example, an effect element of an effect executed by the effect executing means.

  In the above-described embodiment, the first selection period may not be the specific period when the standby period is controlled in the low-probability low-base state. For example, the first selection period may be specified during the special game executed in the low-probability low-base state. It may be a period. Also, for example, the first selection period is a specific period in at least one of a high-accuracy high base state, a high-accuracy low base state, a low-precision high base state, and a state controlled by a big hit game. You may. That is, the first selection period may be a specific period in the advantageous state.

  -In the said embodiment, the 2nd selection period does not need to be the ending time in a big hit game, for example, may be a specific period in a big hit game. For example, the second selection period may be during a specific round game in the jackpot game. Further, for example, the second selection period may be a specific period in at least one of a high-accuracy high base state, a high-accuracy low base state, and a low-accuracy high base state.

In the above embodiment, for example, the second selection period may be a specific period in the low-probability low-base state. That is, the second selection period may be a specific period in the normal state.
In the above-described embodiment, when a big hit (probably variable big hit) based on the symbols ZA and Za is won in the high-probability high-basis state, a specific effect is executed in a specific round game in the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za. However, it is not limited to this. For example, a specific effect may be executed during a specific period such as an ending time in a big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za. Further, for example, when a non-probable variable jackpot such as a big hit based on the symbols ZB and Zb is won in the high-probability high-basis state, a specific effect may be executed in a big hit game based on the non-probable variable big hit. In addition, for example, when a jackpot is won in some or all of the high-accuracy low-base state, the low-accuracy high-base state, and the low-accuracy low-base state, a specific effect is executed in the big hit game. You may comprise.

  In the above embodiment, for example, the advantageous state may not include the high base state. In this case, for example, the jackpot game, the high-accuracy high-base state, and the high-accuracy low-base state correspond to the advantageous state, and the low-accuracy high-base state and the low-accuracy low-base state correspond to the normal state. Is also good. In the above-described embodiment, for example, the advantageous state may not include the high probability state and the high base state. In this case, for example, the big hit game may correspond to the advantageous state, and the high-accuracy high base state, the high-accuracy low base state, the low-accuracy high base state, and the low-accuracy low base state may correspond to the normal state. .

  In the above embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a does not have to specify the type of the jackpot when the opening command is input. For example, the sub-control CPU 41a may specify the type of the jackpot when the ending command is input. .

  -In the said embodiment, you may comprise so that a demonstration specification command may not be output. For example, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the first special hold number specified from the first hold number command and the second special hold number command from the second hold number command when a predetermined variable interval time has elapsed since the game end command was input. If the number of second special reservations performed is “0”, control may be performed during the standby period. Further, for example, when the big hit game ends (when the ending time has elapsed since the input of the ending command), the sub-control CPU 41a sets the first special holding number specified from the first holding number command, and When the second special hold number specified from the second hold number command is “0”, control may be performed during the standby period.

In the above embodiment, for example, a small hit lottery may be performed separately from the big hit lottery.
In the above embodiment, the second special game is executed with priority over the first special game. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the first special game may be executed with priority over the second special game. . In addition, for example, the game may be executed in the order in which the game balls enter the starting ports 28 and 29. For example, the first special game and the second special game may be simultaneously executable.

  -In the above-mentioned embodiment, for example, it may be configured so that a certain change state is given when a game ball that has entered the special winning opening 31 passes through a special passage. Further, for example, there may be a first jackpot that easily passes through the special passage and a second jackpot that is more difficult to pass through the special passage than the first jackpot. In addition, for example, after the big hit game ends, execution of a predetermined number of special games may be set as an upper limit to give a certain change state. Further, for example, a configuration that does not include a probable change state may be used. Then, for example, a configuration without the high base state may be employed.

In the above-described embodiment, for example, there may be a type of big hit that becomes a low base state after the big hit game ends.
In the above-described embodiment, for example, a gaming machine in which the special variable member 32 operates in an open state by a predetermined lottery, and a jackpot game is given when a game ball entering the special winning opening 31 passes through a specific passage ( So-called "two types of gaming machines"). Further, for example, a gaming machine in which the special variable member 32 operates in an open state by winning a jackpot lottery in a special game (a so-called “one and two mixed gaming machine”) may be used. Further, a gaming machine (so-called three-type gaming machine) in which a big hit game is started when a game ball enters a predetermined entrance hole. In addition, the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine in which the special game based on the entry of the game ball into the various bonuses arranged in the game area 21 of the game board 20 is executed. A slot machine to be executed may be employed. In this case, a slot machine that stops symbols in the special game in response to a stop operation or a slot machine that stops symbols in the special game after a predetermined time has elapsed may be used.

The function of the main board 40 may be realized by being divided into a plurality of boards. The main control CPU 40a may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board.
The function of the sub-substrate 41 may be realized by being divided into a plurality of substrates. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may include a display board for exclusively controlling the effect display device 27, a lamp board for exclusively controlling the decoration lamp 17, and an audio board for exclusively controlling the speaker 18. The system may further include a control board for controlling the board group collectively. The sub-control CPU 41a may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board.

Next, technical ideas that can be grasped from the above embodiment and other examples will be additionally described below.
(A) state control means for controlling a state, effect execution means for executing an effect, and mode control means for controlling an effect mode, wherein the state includes a normal state and a player more than the normal state. There is an advantageous state that is advantageous to the effect mode, and the effect mode includes at least a first effect mode and a second effect mode, and the effect includes a first effect mode that can be executed when controlled to the first effect mode. 1 effect, and a second effect that can be executed when controlled in the second effect mode. After the effect is controlled in the first effect mode in the advantageous state, until the control is controlled in the normal state. When the second effect mode is controlled, the effect effecting means executes the second effect with the effect contents corresponding to the executed result of the first effect effect.

  (B) State control means for controlling a state, specific effect execution means for executing a specific effect, operation means operable by a player, and a plurality of types of first effects in accordance with predetermined operations of the operation means. First rendering element determining means for determining any of the elements; second rendering element determining means for determining any of a plurality of types of second rendering elements in accordance with a specific operation of the operating means; Information control means for storing information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect in the information storage means, the state includes a normal state and an advantageous state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state, The specific effect is an effect that is executed with an effect corresponding to the first effect element, the second effect element, and the execution result of the specific effect. After the end, the normal state When the first effect element in the previous advantageous state is different from the first effect element in the current advantageous state in the case where the first advantageous element in the previous advantageous state is controlled after the current advantageous state, information capable of identifying the execution result of the specific effect. When the second effect element in the previous advantageous state is different from the second effect element in the current advantageous state, information that can specify the execution result of the specific effect is initialized. And

  (C) state control means for controlling a state, specific effect execution means for executing a specific effect, operation means operable by a player, and a plurality of types of first effects in accordance with a predetermined operation of the operation means First rendering element determining means for determining any of the elements; second rendering element determining means for determining any of a plurality of types of second rendering elements in accordance with a specific operation of the operating means; Information control means for storing information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect in the information storage means, the state includes a normal state and an advantageous state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state, The specific effect is an effect executed with an effect corresponding to the first effect element, the second effect element, and an execution result of the specific effect, and the information control unit controls the advantageous state. After that, the normal state When the first effect element is changed before being controlled, information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect can be held, and after being controlled to the advantageous state, is controlled to the normal state. When the second effect element is changed during the period, information that can specify an execution result of the specific effect is initialized.

  (2) State control means for controlling a state, specific effect execution means for executing a specific effect, operation means operable by a player, and a plurality of types of specific effect elements according to a specific operation of the operation means A specific effect element determining means for determining any of the above, and an information control means for storing information capable of specifying an execution result of the specific effect in an information storage means, wherein the state includes a normal state, There is an advantageous state that is more advantageous for the player than the normal state, and the specific effect is an effect that is executed with the effect contents corresponding to the specific effect element and the execution result of the specific effect, and the information control means After the previous advantageous state is completed, when the current advantageous state is controlled after passing through the normal state, the specific effect element in the previous advantageous state and the specific effect in the current advantageous state are controlled. When the predetermined condition according to the operation mode of the operation means is not satisfied when the elements are the same, it is possible to hold information capable of specifying the execution result of the specific effect, and When the specific effect element and the specific effect element in the current advantageous state are the same, when a predetermined condition according to the operation mode of the operation means is satisfied, information that can specify an execution result of the specific effect is provided. It is characterized by initialization.

  (E) state control means for controlling a state, specific effect execution means for executing a specific effect, operation means operable by a player, and a specific operation of the operation means in a first specific period and a second specific period. In accordance with the operation, there is provided a specific effect element determining means for determining any of a plurality of types of specific effect elements, and an information control means for storing information capable of specifying an execution result of the specific effect in an information storage means. The state includes a normal state and an advantageous state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state, and the specific effect is an effect corresponding to the specific effect element and an execution result of the specific effect. An effect to be executed, wherein the information control means can hold information capable of specifying an execution result of the specific effect when the specific effect element is changed during the first specific period; Wherein when the specific effect element changes, characterized in that initializing the information for specifying the execution result of the specific effect.

(F) The execution result of the first effect is the number of executions of the first effect.
(G) The execution result of the first effect is the effect content of the executed first effect.

(H) The number of executions of the first effect is the number of times a big hit was won in the last advantageous state.
(I) a jackpot determining means for determining whether or not a big hit, a first entrance where game balls can enter, a second entrance where game balls can enter, and the second entrance An opening / closing member capable of taking an open state in which the game ball easily enters and a closed state in which the game ball is difficult to enter, wherein the advantageous state is such that the probability of a big hit is higher than that of the low probability state. It is characterized by including a probability state, a ball entry rate improving state in which the ball entry rate of the game ball to the second entrance is improved, and a jackpot game.

  (V) the specific effect element determination means is configured to execute the specific effect as an execution result of the specific effect when the previous advantageous state is ended, the normal effect is passed, and the current advantageous state is controlled. If it is determined that the specific effect element is not operated and the operation means is not operated, the specific effect element in the normal state is determined as the specific effect element in the present advantageous state, and the specific effect is executed as a result of the specific effect. When it is specified that the operation is not performed when the operation means is not operated, the specific effect element in the last advantageous state is determined as the specific effect element in the current advantageous state.

(1) The first specific period is a specific period in the normal state, and the second specific period is a specific period in the advantageous state.
(Iii) The first specific period is a specific period in the advantageous state, and the second specific period is a specific period in the normal state.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Pachinko game machine, 17 ... Decoration lamp, 18 ... Speaker, 27 ... Production display device, 27r ... Display area, 28 ... 1st starting port, 29 ... 2nd starting port, 30 ... Normally variable member, 40 ... Main board , 40a: Main control CPU, 40b: Main control ROM, 40c: Main control RAM, 41: Sub board, 41a: Sub control CPU, 41b: Sub control ROM, 41c: Sub control RAM, MA to MD: Production mode, BT1 ... first operation button, BT2 ... second operation button, BT3 ... third operation button.

Claims (1)

Operating means operable by a player;
State control means for controlling the state;
Effect execution means for executing an effect,
Mode control means for controlling the effect mode,
The state includes a normal state and an advantageous state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state,
The production mode includes at least a first production mode and a second production mode,
The mode control means can control at least one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode in accordance with a predetermined operation of the operation means,
The effect includes a first effect that can be executed when controlled in the first effect mode, and a second effect that can be executed when controlled in the second effect mode,
If the control is switched to the first effect mode in the previous advantageous state, and if the control is switched to the second effect mode in the current advantageous state after the normal state, the effect execution means may be controlled to the last advantageous state. A gaming machine that executes the second effect with the effect content corresponding to the result of the execution of the first effect performed in step (a) .