JP6748142B2 - Amusement machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game ball wins a prize area such as a winning opening provided in the game area, a predetermined prize value is given to the player. There is one configured in. Further, a variable display means capable of variably displaying identification information (also referred to as “variation”) is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information is the specific display result on the variable display means, a predetermined game value is given. There is one configured to give the player (so-called pachinko machine).

The prize value is to pay out a prize ball or give a score or a prize according to the winning of the game ball in the prize area. In addition, the game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine is advantageous for the player who easily hits the ball when the specific display result is obtained, and for the player. That is, the right to generate an advantageous state is generated, and the condition for paying out prize balls is easily established.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information), which is started in the variable display means based on the fact that the game ball has won the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. When it is done, "big hit (advantageous state)" occurs. The derivation display is to stop and display the symbol. When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win is entered. Then, in each opening period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning holes are won, the winning holes are closed. The number of times the special winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 16 rounds). It should be noted that the opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and the special winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses even if the number of winnings does not reach the predetermined number. Hereinafter, the opening period of each special winning opening may be referred to as a round.

Some of such gaming machines can be controlled to a special state (for example, small hit RUSH) in which a game value is more likely to be given in a special state (small hit game state) than in a normal state. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that when a predetermined number of times of variable display is performed in a probability variation mode that is a high-probability state and a time-saving state, it shifts to a small hit RUSH mode in which a small hit occurs frequently. ..

JP, 2017-148127, A

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, it is clear that the specified number of times of variable display is performed in the probability variation mode, and the mode shifts to the small hit RUSH mode. I can't.

Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that can improve the enjoyment of the game.

(A) To achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention, have rows variable display, favorable advantageous conditions a controllable gaming machine, game media can enter a penetration state for the player And a variable state that can be changed into a difficult-to- enter state in which the game medium is difficult to enter , and a special state control means that can be controlled to a special state that is a state different from the advantageous state and in which the variable means can enter And a special state control means capable of controlling a special state in which a game value is more likely to be imparted by the special state than a non-special state, and a first related to a variable display count when being controlled to the non- special state Transition means capable of transitioning from the non-special state to the special state based on the satisfaction of one of a condition and a second condition relating to the number of times of becoming the special state.
It is characterized by
(1) Further, as another gaming machine according to the present invention, a gaming machine that variably displays (for example, a variable display of a special symbol or a decorative symbol), which can be changed between an enterable state and an inaccessible state. Means (for example, a special variable winning ball device 17), a special state control means that can control the variable means into a special state (for example, a small hitting game state) in which the variable means can enter, and a game value is easily given by the special state. A special state control means that can be controlled to a special state (for example, the second KT state) and a first related to the variable display count when being controlled to a non-special state (for example, the first KT state) different from the special state. It is possible to shift from the non-special state to the special state based on whether one of the condition (for example, the first transition condition) and the second condition (for example, the second transition condition) different from the first condition is satisfied. It may be characterized in that it is provided with a possible transfer means (for example, a portion in which the CPU 103 executes steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide various conditions for shifting to the special state, and improve the enjoyment of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above, the second condition is a condition that can be satisfied based on the number of times the special state control is executed (for example, the number of times the small hitting gaming state occurs). Even if there is a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) and a non-special display result (for example, a deviant symbol) for which the special state is not controlled when the derived state is displayed. Good.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to the number of times the special display result is derived and displayed, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above, a plurality of types of second conditions having different degrees of advantage (for example, a second transition condition A that is satisfied by occurrence of a small hitting game state 30 times or 70 times) The second transition condition B) that is satisfied by the occurrence of the small hit game state may be provided.
With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the type of the second condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above, a plurality of types of first conditions having different degrees of advantage are provided (for example, the first transition condition A that is satisfied by executing the variable display 90 times or , The first transition condition B satisfied by executing the variable display 65 times, and the first transition condition C satisfied by executing the variable display 40 times.
According to such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced and the type of the first condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above, the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4) is provided with advantageous state control means capable of controlling to an advantageous state advantageous to a player (for example, a big hit game state), and the advantageous state control means, It is possible to control to a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, probability variation big hits B to F) that have the same degree of advantage in the advantageous state (for example, the number of rounds is 5R and are common) and different conditions for shifting to the special state. You may do it.
With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the types of advantageous states can be paid attention to, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above, the non-special state has a lower degree of advantage than the special state, and a disadvantageous special state in which a gaming value is hard to be imparted due to the special state (for example, the first KT State).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the variety of games and improve the enjoyment of games.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6) above, a non-specific state (for example, a low-probability state) and a specific state (for example, a high-probability state) that is more easily controlled to be an advantageous state than the non-specific state And a specific state control means that is controllable and a second transition means that is capable of transitioning from the non-special state to the normal state based on the satisfaction of the first condition when controlled to the non-specific state. (For example, the CPU 103 executes steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B), and has a plurality of types of first conditions (for example, the first transition condition A that is satisfied by executing 90 times of variable display, and 65 times of changes). The first transition condition B may be satisfied by executing the display, and the first transition condition C may be satisfied by executing the variable display 40 times.
According to such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced and the type of the first condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(8) In the gaming machine of (7) above, when controlled to a non-special state, depending on whether it is controlled to a specific state or controlled to a non-specific state, a common effect of a common aspect ( For example, a common effect execution unit capable of executing a battle challenge effect or a chance battle effect) and a notification effect (for example, a battle challenge effect) for notifying whether the common effect continues or ends corresponding to the type of the first condition. Or a battle effect in a chance battle effect) may be provided.
According to such a configuration, when the common effect is executed, it becomes difficult for the player to guess which one of the specific state and the non-specific state the control is performed, so that it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game. In addition, it is possible to pay attention to whether the common effect continues or ends, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

It is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is the flowchart which shows one example of the timer interruption processing for game control. It is a flowchart showing an example of a first special symbol process processing. It is the flowchart which shows one example of production control main processing. It is the flowchart which shows one example of production control process treatment. It is explanatory drawing which shows a big hit determination table, a small hit determination table, and a big hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern (variation time) of a special design and a decorative design. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern (variation time) of a special design and a decorative design. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern (variation time) of a special design and a decorative design. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of the variable winning a prize ball device and special variable winning a prize ball device in KT state. It is the explanation drawing which shows one example of the contents of production control command. It is the explanation drawing which shows one example of the contents of production control command. It is a flowchart showing a first special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart showing a first special symbol normal process. It is a flow chart which shows the 1st variation pattern setting processing. It is a flowchart showing a first special symbol variation process. It is a flowchart showing a first special symbol stop process. It is a flow chart which shows the 1st gate passage waiting processing. It is a flow chart which shows the 1st big hit end processing. It is a flow chart which shows the 1st big hit end processing. It is a flowchart showing a second special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart showing a second special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart showing a second special symbol stop process. It is a flow chart which shows the 2nd gate passage waiting processing. It is a flow chart which shows the 2nd big hit end processing. It is a flow chart which shows the 2nd big hit end processing. It is an explanatory view for explaining how to transition the gaming state. It is an explanatory view for explaining an external output signal. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the output timing of the big hit signal 1 and the big hit signal 2. It is a flowchart showing an example of a normal symbol process processing. It is a flowchart showing a normal symbol normal process. It is a flowchart showing a normal symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows a normal electric auditors product pre-opening process. It is an explanatory view for explaining a battle challenge production and a chance battle production. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a variable display start setting process. It is an explanatory view showing a concrete example of a continuation suggestion effect determination table. It is the flowchart which shows production mode setting processing. It is the flowchart which shows production mode setting processing. It is the explanation drawing which shows the concrete example of the production mode decision table and the production pattern decision table. It is a flow chart which shows meter increase production processing. It is an explanatory view for explaining the production mode of the battle challenge production. It is an explanatory view for explaining the production mode of the battle challenge production. It is an explanatory view for explaining the production mode of a chance battle production. It is an explanatory view for explaining the production mode of a chance battle production. It is an explanatory view for explaining the production mode of the small hit meter production. It is an explanatory view for explaining a case where it can change a set value.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (which is also the configuration and control of a general pachinko gaming machine) will be described.

(Structure of pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine 1, showing an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 that constitutes a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (underframe) 3 that supports and fixes the gaming board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is shot into the game area by being shot from a predetermined hitting ball launching device.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the right side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1), a variable display (also called a special drawing game) of special symbols (also called a special drawing) as a plurality of types of special identification information is provided. There is provided a first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special pattern may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

The “variable display” of the special symbol is, for example, variably displaying a plurality of types of special symbols (the same applies to other symbols described later). The variation includes update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, enlargement/reduction of one or more symbols, and the like. In the variation of the special symbol or a normal symbol described later, a plurality of types of special symbols or normal symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative pattern, which will be described later, a plurality of types of decorative patterns are scroll-displayed or updated and one or more decorative patterns are deformed or enlarged/reduced. The variation includes a mode in which a certain symbol is displayed in a blinking manner. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed as a display result (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) (the same applies to variable display of other symbols described later). The variable display may be referred to as a variable display or a variable.

The special symbols variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A are also referred to as "first special symbols", and the special symbols variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B are also referred to as "second special symbols". Further, a special figure game using the first special figure is called a "first special figure game", and a special figure game using the second special figure is also called a "second special figure game". The special symbol display device that performs variable display of the special symbol may be one type.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 includes, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), and the like, and displays various effect images. The image display device 5 may include a projector and a screen. Various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5.

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronization with the first special drawing game and the second special drawing game, a decorative pattern as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special pattern (a pattern showing numbers or the like) Variable display is performed. Here, in synchronization with the first special drawing game or the second special drawing game, the decorative pattern is variably displayed (for example, up and down) in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Direction scroll display and update display). Note that the special figure game and the variable display of the decorative pattern that are executed in synchronization are collectively referred to as simply variable display.

Further, for example, on the screen of the image display device 5, there is provided a display area for displaying a suspension display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended. In this example, the first hold display area 5A for displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the first special figure, and the second hold display for displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the second special figure. Region 5B is provided. A display area for displaying an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5. The hold display and the active display are collectively referred to as a variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

The number of variable displays that are held is also called the number of held storages. The number of reserved memories corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as a first reserved memory number, and the number of reserved memories corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as a second reserved memory number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as the total reserved storage number.

In addition, at a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B configured to include a plurality of LEDs are provided, and the first hold indicator 25A indicates the number of LEDs to be lit. To display the first number of reserved memories, and the second reserved indicator 25B displays the number of second reserved memories according to the number of lit LEDs.

Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A having a first starting winning opening is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening is guided to the back surface of the game board 2 and detected by the first starting opening switch 22A. When a game ball is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A, a predetermined number (one) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball based on this detection information.

Further, a row of nails 19 is provided on the right side of the first start winning opening so that a game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area does not enter the area where the first starting winning opening is provided. Has been done. Thus, the row of nails 19 for preventing the game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area from entering is provided, so that the game ball is operated to aim at the left side of the game area (so-called left hitting). The game ball can be won in the first start winning port only when the operation is performed.

In this example, the row of nails 19 is provided, so that the game ball can be won in the first starting winning opening only when the player makes a left-handed operation. I can't stop. For example, the first start winning opening is provided on the left side of the game area, so that the game ball may be allowed to enter the first starting winning opening only when a left-handed operation is performed, or the first starting winning opening may be formed. The mouth may be provided on the left side of the game area and the row of nails 19 may be provided to allow the game ball to enter the first start winning opening only when the left hitting operation is performed.

On the right side of the image display device 5, a passage gate 41 is provided. The game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21.

Below the passage gate 41, a special variable winning ball device 7 forming a special winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 extends in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and moves the plate-shaped bottom member formed as the bottom of the flow path through which the game ball flows down in the front-back direction to move the bottom surface. The game ball is changed to an open state (also referred to as an open state) in which a game ball can be won in a special winning opening located below the member and a closed state (also referred to as a closed state) in which the game ball cannot be won. The special variable winning ball device 7 is a jackpot gaming state that occurs when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the bottom member is moved forward. From the closed state, which is moved forward toward the bottom, the bottom member is moved backward, and the opening control is performed to open the special winning opening, which is the winning area.

Below the special variable winning ball device 7, a special variable winning ball device 17 forming a special winning port for a small hit and a variable winning ball device 6B having a second starting winning port are provided. As shown in, the special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged on the left side, and the variable winning ball device 6B is arranged adjacent to the right side thereof. The special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B extend in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and a plate-shaped bottom member formed as the bottom of the flow path through which the game ball flows down in the front-back direction. By moving the ball back and forth, a special winning opening or a second starting winning opening located below the bottom member allows the game ball to win (also called an open state) and the game ball cannot win the prize (closed state). Say). The special variable winning ball device 17 is a small hit game state that occurs when a predetermined display result (small hit pattern) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. From the closed state in which the forward movement is performed forward, the bottom member is moved backward in the backward direction, and the opening control is performed to open the special winning opening which is the winning area. Further, the variable winning ball device 6B, when the normal symbol display device 20 hits and displays the symbol, the bottom member is moved backward from the closed state in which the bottom member is moved forward toward the front, The opening control for opening the second starting winning opening, which is the winning area, is executed.

In this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed to have the same structure. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the special variable winning ball device 7 is formed in such a manner that the bottom member is slightly inclined from the upper left to the lower right, so that the game ball dropped on the special variable winning ball device 7 is If the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the closed state, the special variable winning ball device 7 is moved from the upper left to the lower right, and drops onto the variable winning ball device 6B below it.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 17 is slightly larger than the variable winning ball device 6B. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed such that the bottom surface members are slightly inclined from the upper right to the lower left, so that the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 17 are variable. If the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B is closed, the game ball on the winning ball device 6B moves from the upper right to the lower left on the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B. Go. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are disposed adjacent to each other, the special variable winning ball device 7 does not win the special winning ball device 6B. If the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B is moved backward and the second starting winning opening is in the open state, the gaming ball dropped to the second starting winning opening and the special variable winning ball. The game ball does not flow toward the device 17. On the other hand, if the second start winning hole is not open, the game ball moves on the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B and is guided to the special variable winning ball device 17. At this time, if the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 is moved backward to open the special winning opening, the gaming ball wins the special winning opening. Furthermore, if the special winning opening is not in the open state, the game ball moves on the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 and drops to the out opening as it is.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed with a plurality of restricting pieces for reducing the flow-down speed of the game balls flowing down on the bottom surface member. There is. In this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are provided with the restriction pieces, so that the game flows downward from the upper left to the lower right or from the upper right to the lower left. The flow direction of the game ball is changed so that the ball meanders with the movement of the front-back direction component, and the time required for the flow is delayed compared with the case without the restriction piece.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 1, the special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged on the left side and the variable winning ball device 6B is arranged on the right side. The bottom member of the ball device 6B is formed so as to gently incline from the upper right to the lower left, and when the bottom member is not retracted and is in the closed state, the variable winning ball device 6B is the special variable winning ball device. Since the game balls flow toward the 17, the variable winning ball device 6B is provided on the upstream side, and the special variable winning ball device 17 is provided on the downstream side in this sense. Can be said.

Inside the special winning opening, there is provided a switch (first count switch 23) capable of detecting a game ball winning in the special winning opening. When a game ball is detected by the first count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball based on this detection information. Therefore, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to be opened and the special winning opening is opened, it becomes a state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to be closed and the special winning opening is closed, the player cannot pass the game ball into the special winning opening to get the prize ball. You will be at a disadvantage.

Inside the special winning opening, a switch (second count switch 24) capable of detecting a game ball winning in the special winning opening is provided. When a game ball is detected by the second count switch 24, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball based on this detection information. Here, when the game ball passes (enters) the special winning opening that is opened in the special variable winning ball device 17, the number of the winning balls is smaller than that when the gaming ball wins the big winning opening, For example, more prize balls are paid out than when the game balls pass (enter) other prize holes such as the first start prize hole 1 and the second start prize hole. Therefore, if the special variable winning a prize ball device 17 is controlled to be opened and the special winning opening is opened, it becomes a state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special variable winning a prize ball device 17 is controlled to be closed and the special winning opening is closed, the player cannot pass the game ball to the special winning opening to get the prize ball. You will be at a disadvantage.

Further, in the second starting winning opening, a second starting opening switch 22B capable of detecting a game ball winning in the second starting winning opening is provided. When a game ball is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B, a predetermined number (one) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball based on this detection information.

Hereinafter, the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be collectively referred to as a starting winning opening or a starting opening.

In this pachinko game machine 1, the passage gate 41, the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning hole), the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning hole), and the special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning hole). Is provided to the right of the game area, so when the player is in the big hit game or in the KT state (so-called small hit time), the player aims at the right side of the game area to perform a firing operation (so-called right hitting operation). )I do.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four places on the left and right lower sides of the game area), there are provided general winning openings 10 which are always kept open by predetermined ball receiving members. In this case, when one of the general winning openings 10 is entered, a predetermined number (for example, 5) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

The entry of a game ball into each prize hole including the general prize hole 10 is also referred to as a "prize". In particular, the winning of the starting openings (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as a starting winning.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1), a normal symbol display device 20 is provided. As an example, the normal symbol display device 20 includes a 7-segment LED or the like, and performs a variable display of a normal symbol as a plurality of types of normal identification information different from the special symbol. Ordinary symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The normal pattern may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such variable display of ordinary symbols is also called a universal symbol game.

Above the normal symbol display device 20, a universal symbol holding display device 25C is provided. The universal figure pending display 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of stored universal figure pending storages, which is the number of universal figure games pending for execution, by the number of lit LEDs.

In addition, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, since the variation display of the normal symbol is executed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41, the passage gate 41 plays a role as a normal starting area. However, even when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the big hit game state shifts based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the pass gate 41, so the pass gate 41 also plays a role as an operation area. Therefore, the passage gate 41 is configured as a dual-purpose gate that serves both as a normal starting region and an operating region.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game balls and a large number of obstacle nails. At the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an outlet for taking in the game balls that have not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting a sound effect and the like are provided at upper and left upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 for a game effect is provided in a peripheral portion of the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

At a predetermined position (not shown in FIG. 1) of the game board 2, a movable body 32 that operates according to the effect is provided.

At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hit ball operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to shoot a game ball toward a game area by a hit ball launching device.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a gaming ball paid out as a prize ball or a gaming ball rented out by a predetermined ball lending machine can be held (stored) so as to be supplied to the ball striking device. A ball hitting plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, there is provided a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) from which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, a stick controller 31A that can be held by a player and tilted is attached. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that the player can press. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, a push button 31B that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like is provided. The operation on the push button 31B is detected by the push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B are provided as detection means for detecting the operation (operation etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Outline of game progression)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the gaming state is the normal state, it is advantageous for the player to perform a shooting operation (so-called left hitting operation) aiming at the left side of the game area. When a player rotates the ball-striking ball handle 30 included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 to perform a left-striking operation, and the game ball enters the first start winning port formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol display The first special figure game by the device 4A is started.

It should be noted that, when the game ball enters (start winning) the starting winning opening during the period during which the special drawing game is being executed, or during the period when it is controlled to the big hit game state or the small hit game state described later (a start prize has occurred, If the special drawing game based on the starting prize cannot be immediately executed), the special drawing game based on the entry is suspended until a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In the first special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later.) is displayed as a stop special symbol, it is a "big hit" symbol. .. Further, if a special symbol different from the big hit symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") is stopped and displayed, it is "missing". Even in the first special figure game, the small hit symbol may be stopped and displayed at an extremely low rate, and the small hit symbol may be displayed.

After the display result in the first special figure game is "big hit", the big hit game state is controlled as an advantageous state advantageous to the player on condition that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41.

In the big hit game state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state is one of the elapse timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls entering the special winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the special winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also referred to as an open upper limit period hereinafter. In this way, one cycle in which the special winning opening is opened is called a round (round game). In the big hit game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

In the big hit game state, the player can get the prize ball by entering the game ball into the special winning opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the big hit game state, and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous for the player.

In addition, the "big hit" category is set. For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and maximum opening period) of the special winning opening, and game states after the big hit game state (normal state, probability variation state (high probability state), KT state, high base state, etc.) The jackpot type is set according to these. As the big hit type, a big hit type that can obtain many prize balls or a big hit type that has few prize balls or hardly obtain prize balls may be provided.

After the jackpot game state is finished, it may be controlled to a certain variation state, a KT state, or a high base state according to the jackpot type.

In the probability variation state (probability variation state), the probability variation control is performed so that the probability that the display result is "big hit" is higher than in the normal state. The probability variation state is a state that is more advantageous to the player because it is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbol is improved and a "big hit" is likely to occur.

In the KT state, the KT control that is more likely to make a small hit than in the normal state is executed. In this pachinko game machine 1, since a certain amount of prize balls can be obtained even in the small hitting game state, the number of prize balls obtained is smaller than that in the big hitting game state, but this is an advantageous state for the player.

In the high base state, the control (time saving control) that shortens the average special map fluctuation time (the period during which the special map changes) is shortened compared to the normal state (time saving state), is called "Public hit" in the normal figure game. By increasing the probability of becoming higher than in the normal state, the control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening is also executed. The high base state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbol (especially the second special symbol) is improved, which is an advantageous state for the player.

The probability change state, the KT state, and the high base state are continued until one of the ending conditions such as that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times and the next big hit game state has started is satisfied first. To do. The condition that the end condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also referred to as the number of times cut (variable times cut probability change, etc.).

The normal state is an advantageous state such as a big hit game state that is advantageous to the player, a game state other than a special state such as a probability change state, a KT state, a high base state, etc., and the display result in the special figure game is "big hit". The pachinko gaming machine 1 such as the probability of being controlled in the same way as the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (when the predetermined return processing is not executed after the power is turned on, for example, when the system is reset). It is in a state of being.

When the big hit game is finished and the game state is controlled to the positive change state, the KT state, or the high base state, it is advantageous for the player to perform a shooting operation (right hitting operation) aiming at the right side of the game area. When the player makes a right-hand hitting operation by rotating the hit ball operation handle 30 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal symbol display device 20 starts the general figure game. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the previous execution period of the general-purpose game, etc. (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but cannot execute the general-purpose game based on the passage immediately) , The universal figure game based on the passage is suspended until a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In this public figure game, if a specific ordinary symbol (a symbol for a regular symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the ordinary symbol is "per ordinary symbol". On the other hand, as a fixed ordinary symbol, if a normal symbol other than the regular symbol (normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the ordinary symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When the "universal figure hit" is reached, opening control is performed to open the variable winning ball device 6B for a predetermined period (the second start winning port is opened).

When the game ball enters the second start winning hole formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, the second special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

In the second special figure game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later.) as a fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed, "big hit", If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the "small hit" symbol is obtained. Also, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, "missing symbol" is generated.

After the display result in the second special figure game becomes "big hit", the big hit game state is controlled as an advantageous state advantageous to the player, provided that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41. After the display result in the second special figure game is "small hit", the small hit game state is controlled.

In the small hitting game state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. Note that, similar to the big hit type, the "small hit" may be provided with a small hit type.

After the small hit game state is over, the game state is not changed, and the game state before the special figure game display result is "small hit" is continuously controlled (however, "small hit" occurs If the special figure game at that time is the predetermined number of special figure games in the above-mentioned number of times cutting, the game state is naturally changed).

The gaming state may change based on that the game ball has passed a specific area (for example, a specific area in the special winning opening) during the big hit gaming state. For example, when the game ball passes through a specific area, it may be controlled to be in a certain change state after the big hit game state.

(Progress, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (notification of the progress status of the game and/or excitement of the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The effect will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. However, in addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and/or the game effect lamp 9 is performed. May be performed by turning on/off the light, the operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

As effects to be executed in accordance with the progress of the game, in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first special figure game is displayed. In response to the start of the 2 special drawing game, the variable display of the decorative design is started. At the timing at which the display result (also called the fixed special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special figure game and the second special figure game, the fixed decorative symbol (combination of three decorative symbols) becomes the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol. ) Is also stopped (displayed).

In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative pattern, the variable display mode of the decorative pattern may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, with the reach mode, when the decorative design stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of a big hit combination described later, the decorative design not yet stopped and displayed is variably displayed. Is an aspect in which is continued.

Further, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative pattern. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (the display result of the special drawing game or the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern) being a “big hit” (also called a big hit reliability or a big hit expectation degree) according to the effect mode. Different types of reach effects are executed. Reach productions include, for example, normal reach and super-reach, which has a higher jackpot reliability than normal reach.

When the display result of the special figure game is "big hit", a fixed decorative pattern which is a predetermined big hit combination is derived as the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration) The display result of the variable display of the design is "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative pattern (for example, "7") is stopped and displayed together on a predetermined effective line in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. ..

In the case of "probability variation jackpot" that is controlled to the probability variation state after the jackpot gaming state is finished, odd decorative patterns (for example, "7", etc.) are displayed together and stopped, and after the jackpot gaming state is terminated, it is changed to the probability variation state. In the case of "non-probability variation big hit (normal big hit)" that is not controlled, an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6" etc.) may be stopped and displayed together. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative pattern is also referred to as a probability variation pattern, and the even-numbered decorative pattern is also referred to as a non-probability variation pattern (normal pattern). After the reach mode is achieved with the non-probability variation pattern, the promotion effect that finally becomes the “probability variation jackpot” may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", as a display result of the variable display of the decorative design on the screen of the image display device 5, a fixed decorative design (for example, "" 1 3 5”) is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is “small hit”). As an example, the decorative patterns constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It should be noted that the display result of the special figure game is "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of big hit game state similar to small hit game state) and when it is "small hit" The common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

When the display result of the special drawing game is “miss”, the variable display mode of the decorative design is not the reach mode, and the fixed decorative pattern of the non-reach combination is displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (“ (Also referred to as "non-reach lost") may be displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is "non-reach lost"). In addition, when the display result is “miss”, after the variable display mode of the decorative pattern becomes the reach mode, as a display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern, a predetermined reach combination other than the jackpot combination (“reach miss”) (Also referred to as) the fixed decorative design may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative design is "reach lost").

The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the variable display corresponding display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect that gives a notice of the jackpot reliability is executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display being executed and a look-ahead notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display before the execution (variable display in which execution is suspended). As the prefetching notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display corresponding display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the normal mode may be executed.

Further, in the image display device 5, once the decorative design is temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative design and then the variable display is resumed, one variable display is simulated like multiple variable display. You may make it perform a pseudo continuous production.

Even during the big hit game state, a big hit midfield effect for notifying the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit midfield effect, an effect that notifies the number of rounds or a promotion effect that indicates that the value of the big hit game state is improved may be executed. In addition, during the small hitting game state, the small hitting production which notifies the small hitting game state is executed. Incidentally, during the small hit game state, some big hit type (big hit type of big hit game state of the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, big hit type that makes the subsequent game state a highly accurate state) big hit game By executing a common effect in the state, the player may not be able to know whether the present is in the small hitting game state or the big hitting game state. In such a case, by performing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high-precision state and the low-precision state. May be.

Further, for example, when the special drawing game or the like is not executed, a demo (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demonstration effect is executed).

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with, for example, a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc. as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (execution of special figure game (including hold management), execution of ordinary figure game (including hold management), big hit It has a function of controlling the gaming state, the small hitting gaming state, the gaming state, etc.). The main board 11 has a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , A random number circuit 104 and an I/O (Input/Output port) 105.

The CPU 103 executes a program stored in the ROM 101 to perform a process of controlling the progress of the game (a process of realizing the function of the main board 11). At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described below, effect control commands described below, data such as various tables referred to when making various determinations described below) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as a main memory. .. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are saved for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped partially or entirely. Alternatively, all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded in the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

The random number circuit 104 counts the numerical value data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The game random number may be updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

The I/O 105 is, for example, an input port to which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, and various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display device 20, first hold) An output port for transmitting a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the universal figure hold indicator 25C, and the like, and an output port for transmitting the signal.

The switch circuit 110 includes various switches for detecting game balls (gate switch 21, starting opening switch (first starting opening switch 22A and second starting opening switch 22B), count switch (first counting switch 23 and second counting switch 24). )) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100 by taking in a detection signal (a detection signal indicating that the game ball has passed or entered and the switch has been turned on). By the transmission of the detection signal, passing or entry of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81, the solenoid 82, the solenoid 83, etc.) for the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric auditors or the special winning opening door. The data is transmitted to the solenoid 82 and the special winning opening solenoid 83.

The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100), as a part of the control of the progress of the game, a production control board (command for designating (notifying) the progress status of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of the special figure game (including a big hit type), and a variation pattern used when executing the special figure game (details will be described later). )), a game status (for example, start and end of variable display, status of opening big winning opening, occurrence of winning, number of reserved memories, game status), command for specifying error occurrence, and the like.

The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board that is independent of the main board 11, receives the effect control command, and effects (various effects according to the progress of the game based on the received effect control command, It has a function of executing various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, and notification of power failure recovery.

On the effect control board 12, an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control section 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I/O 125 are mounted.

The effect control CPU 120 executes a program stored in the ROM 121 to execute the effect together with the display control unit 123 (a process for realizing the above-described functions of the effect control board 12 and an effect to be executed). (Including decisions, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 is used, and the RAM 122 is used as a main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of effect based on a detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal that is output when an operation by the player is detected, and a signal that appropriately indicates the operation content). The control unit 123 may be instructed.

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like, and executes an effect based on an effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to display the effect image by supplying the image display device 5 with a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designating signal (a signal designating a sound to be output) to the sound control board 13 in order to perform sound output synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on/off the game effect lamp 9. Alternatively, a lamp signal (a signal that specifies the lighting/extinguishing state of the lamp) is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit that drives the movable body 32.

The voice control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L, 8R, drives the speakers 8L, 8R based on the sound designating signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designating signal from the speakers 8L, 8R. Let

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on/off the game effect lamp 9 in a manner designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the sound output and the lighting/extinguishing of the lamp.

It should be noted that the production control CPU 120 executes audio output, control for turning on/off the lamp (supply of sound designation signal or lamp signal, etc.), and control of the movable body 32 (supply of signal for operating the movable body 32). You may do it.

The random number circuit 124 updatable counts numerical data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects. The effect random number may be updated by the effect control CPU 120 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

The I/O 125 mounted on the production control board 12 transmits various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the production control command transmitted from the main board 11 or the like, for example. And an output port of.

Substrates other than the main substrate 11, such as the effect control substrate 12, the sound control substrate 13, and the lamp control substrate 14, are also referred to as sub substrates. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function like the pachinko gaming machine 1, or one sub-board may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(motion)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

(Main operation of main board 11)
First, the main operation of the main board 11 will be described. When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes the game control main processing. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing the game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main processing shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interruption prohibition (step S1). Then, necessary initial setting is performed (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, internal device (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output port, etc.) register settings, RAM 102 accessible settings, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on the power supply board, for example. When the power is turned on with the clear switch turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the production control CPU 120 receives the production control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

When the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power cut), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko gaming machine 1 stops operating due to the stop of the power supply. In this power supply stop process, a process of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up in the RAM 102, a data protection process of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes a process of adding an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and a process of backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data (including various flags, states of various timers, etc.) for advancing the game, the state of the backup flag and an error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (performed using the error detection code) and determines whether the data is normal (step S4). S5). In step S5, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data at the time when the power supply is stopped, for example, based on the parity bit and the checksum. If it is determined that they match, the data in the RAM 102 is determined to be normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply was stopped, so the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply was stopped. In the restoration process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents of the RAM 102 (contents of backed up data). As a result, the game state is restored when the power supply is stopped, and if the special symbol is changing, the variation of the special symbol is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

And CPU103 transmits the production control command which directs recovery from power failure to production control board 12 (Step S7). Along with this, a production control command for designating a backed-up game state before power failure, and a production control for designating the display result of the special figure game being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may make it transmit a command. These commands can use the same commands as the commands set for transmission in the special symbol process processing described later. When the production control CPU 120 receives the production control command that specifies the time of restoration from power failure, for example, the image display device 5 notifies that recovery from power failure has been performed or is being restored from power failure. The screen is displayed to The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

After finishing the restoration process or the initialization process and transmitting the production control command to the production control board 12, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that a timer interrupt is taken at regular intervals (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and interrupts are permitted (step S12). ). Then, the loop processing is started. After that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, and thereby the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. Whether or not the detection signal is received from various switches such as the switch 22B, the first count switch 23, and the second count switch 24 is determined (step S21). Then, by executing a predetermined main side error processing, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be issued if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of jackpots) supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, start information (start Information such as the number of winnings) and probability variation information (information indicating the number of times the probability has changed) is output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes the first special symbol process process (step S25A). The CPU 103 executes the first special symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the first special symbol game, controlling the big hit game state and the small hit game state, and controlling the game state. (See below for details). Further, the CPU 103 executes the second special symbol process process (step S25B). The CPU 103 executes the second special symbol process process for each timer interrupt, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the second special symbol game, controlling the big hit game state and the small hit game state, and controlling the game state. It In this pachinko gaming machine 1, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol can be simultaneously executed in parallel.

Following the first special symbol process process and the second special symbol process process, the normal symbol process process is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, and based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41), the management of execution and suspension of the general figure game, It is possible to control the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "universal figure hit". The ordinary figure game is executed by driving the ordinary symbol display device 20, and the ordinary figure hold display device 25C is turned on to display the number of held ordinary figure patterns.

After executing the normal symbol process process, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when an electric power interruption occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, etc. may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes command control processing (step S27). The CPU 103 may set transmission control commands in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to the sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted, and then the game control timer interrupt process is ended.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S25A shown in FIG. 4 as the first special symbol process processing. In the first special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a first start winning determination process (step S101A).

In the first start prize winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start prize in the first start winning opening, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the first hold storage number is executed. When a start winning prize is generated in the first starting winning opening, a random number value for determining a display result (including a big hit type) and a variation pattern is extracted and stored in a first holding storage buffer provided in the RAM 102 as holding information. To be done. Further, a process of pre-reading a display result or a variation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After storing the hold information and the first hold storage number, the transmission for transmitting the effect control command for designating the determination result such as the occurrence of the start winning, the first hold storage number, and the look-ahead determination on the effect control board 12. Settings are made. The effect control command at the time of the winning prize thus set to be transmitted is, for example, after the first special symbol process processing is completed, the command control processing of step S27 shown in FIG. It is transmitted to the substrate 12.

After executing the first start winning a prize determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes of steps S110A to S121A according to the value of the first special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process of the first special symbol process process (steps S110A to S121A), a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The first special symbol normal process of step S110A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is "0" (initial value). In the first special symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game, based on the presence or absence of the hold information. Further, in the first special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for determining the display result, whether the display result of the first special symbol or the decorative pattern is "big hit" or "small hit" and "big hit" In this case, the jackpot type is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the first special symbol normal processing, a fixed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game is set in correspondence with the determined display result. .. After that, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the first special symbol normal process ends.

When making various decisions based on the random number values, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which decision values to be compared with random number values are assigned to decision results) are referenced. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

The first variation pattern setting process of step S111A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "1". In the first variation pattern setting process, a random number value for determining the variation pattern is used to determine a plurality of types of variation patterns based on a pre-determined result of whether or not the display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. It includes a process for determining which one. In the first fluctuation pattern setting process, when the fluctuation pattern is determined, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “2”, and the first fluctuation pattern setting process ends.

The variation pattern is the execution time of the special figure game (special figure change time) (also the execution time of variable display of the decorative pattern), the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern (whether reach or not), the variable display of the decorative pattern. Is specified, and is also referred to as a variable display pattern.

The first special symbol variation process of step S112A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is "2". In this first special symbol variation process, a process for setting for varying the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A, and the elapsed time from when the first special symbol starts to vary is measured. It includes processing to do. Further, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the first special symbol reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the first special symbol variation process ends. To do.

In this example, since the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol can be executed in parallel, for example, the first special symbol variation process (step S112A), the first When the variable display of the special symbol is being displayed, it may be a small hit in the variable display of the second special symbol and be controlled to a small hit game. In this case, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) determines whether or not the small hit game is in progress (specifically, the value of the second special figure process flag is the second small hit). Pre-opening process-determines whether or not the value is equivalent to the second small hit end processing), if the small hit game is during, the value of the first special figure process flag corresponds to the first special symbol variation processing Do not change from the value, and if it is not in the small hit game, it is possible to update the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the next first special symbol stop process. By performing such control, the variable display of the first special symbol is interrupted during the small hit game based on the variable display of the second special symbol, and the variable display of the first special symbol is restarted after the end of the small hit game. Control to do so. Not only such control, for example, during the small hit game based on the variation display of the second special symbol, the process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the first special symbol is interrupted (of the timer The update may be interrupted).

The first special symbol stop process of step S113A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is "3". In this first special symbol stop processing, to stop the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A, to stop display (derive) the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the first special symbol It includes the process of setting. When the display result is "big hit", the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "9". When the display result is "miss", the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "Small hit" or "Loss", the game state is updated when the probability change state, the KT state, or the high base state is controlled, and when the cut-out is completed. .. When the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated, the first special symbol stop process ends.

The first gate passage waiting process of step S114A is executed when the value of the fourth special process flag is "4". In the first gate passage waiting process, control for waiting passage of the game ball to the passage gate 41 is performed. When the passage of the game ball to the passage gate 41 is detected, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "5".

The first jackpot opening preprocessing of step S115A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "5". In the first big hit opening pre-processing, based on that the display result is "big hit", etc., processing for starting the execution of the round in the big hit game state and setting for opening the special winning opening, etc. It is included. When the special winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the open upper limit period in which the special winning opening is opened and the upper limit number of times of round execution are set according to which the big hit type is. When these settings are completed, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "6", and the first jackpot opening preprocessing is completed.

The first big hit opening process of step S116A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "6". This first big hit open process is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time after the special winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23, and the like. , And a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the special winning opening from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, after performing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door, the value of the first special process flag is updated to "7". Then, the process during the opening of the first big hit ends.

The first jackpot opening post-processing of step S117A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "7". In the first big hit opening post-processing, processing for determining whether or not the number of times of execution of the round in which the special winning opening is opened has reached a set upper limit number of executions, and big hit when the upper limit number of executions has been reached It includes processing for making settings for ending the gaming state. When the round execution count has not reached the upper limit execution count, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “6”, while when the round execution count has reached the upper limit execution count, the first special feature process flag is updated. The value of the figure process flag is updated to "8". When the value of the first special figure process flag is updated, the first jackpot opening post-processing is ended.

The first jackpot ending process of step S118A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "8". This first big hit ending process corresponds to the process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as the effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit game state is executed, or the end of the big hit game state. This includes processing for performing various settings for starting the probability variation control, the KT control, and the high base control. When such a setting is made, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the first big hit ending process ends.

The first small hit opening pre-processing of step S119A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "9". The first small hit opening pre-processing includes processing for setting the special winning opening to the open state in the small hit game state based on the fact that the display result is "small hit". .. At this time, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the first small hit opening pretreatment is ended.

The first small hitting open process of step S120A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "10". This first small hit opening process is a process of measuring the elapsed time after the special winning opening is opened, and the timing of returning the special winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing for determining whether or not When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hitting game state comes, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "11", and the first small hitting opening process ends.

The first small hitting end process of step S121A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is "11". The first small hitting end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period during which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hitting game state is executed. Here, when the small hit game state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit game state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hitting game state has elapsed, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the first small hitting end processing is ended.

The small hit ending period corresponding to the period of the small hit end process may be different depending on the game state. For example, in the normal state, the suspension period of the variable display of the first special symbol becomes long, and the difference between the execution period of the effect relating to the variable display of the first special symbol and the suspension period of the variable display of the first special symbol becomes large. Is assumed. During the suspension period, a swing stop display of the decorative pattern or the like will be displayed, but if the period becomes long, it may result in an effect that gives the player a feeling of strangeness. Therefore, in the normal state, it is preferable that the small hit ending period is shorter than that in the KT state (first KT state and second KT state described later). For example, the small hitting ending period may be 0.5 seconds in the normal state, and the small hitting ending period may be 3 seconds in the KT state. Further, in the present example, in the first KT state, it is difficult to win a game ball into the special winning opening in the small hitting game state (details will be described later), so that the effect is emphasized particularly in the small hitting game state. Not run. Therefore, in the first KT state, the small hit ending period may be shorter than that in the second KT state. On the other hand, in the second KT state, since the game balls easily enter the special winning opening in the small hitting game state (details will be described later), an effect that emphasizes that the small hitting game state is controlled is executed ( For example, an image showing that a small hit game is being played is displayed). Therefore, in the second KT state, the small hitting ending period may be set longer than in the first KT state. For example, the small hit ending period may be 0.5 seconds in the first KT state, and the small hit ending period may be 3 seconds in the second KT state. Further, in addition to or instead of the small hit ending period corresponding to the period of the small hit ending process, the small hit fanfare period corresponding to the first small hit opening pre-processing period is also similar to the small hit ending period. The length of the period may be different depending on the state.

The process executed in the second special symbol process process (step S25B) is the same as the process executed in the first special symbol process process (step S25A). That is, in the first special symbol process process described in FIG. 5, if "first" is read as "second", the second special symbol process process will be described. In addition, each random number value extracted in the first start winning determination process of the second special symbol process process (step S25B) is stored in the second hold storage buffer provided in the RAM 102 as hold information.

In this example, since the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol can be executed in parallel, for example, the process shifts to the second special symbol variation process and the variation of the second special symbol. While being displayed, it may be a small hit in the variable display of the first special symbol and may be controlled to a small hit game. In this case, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) determines whether or not the small hit game is in progress (specifically, the value of the first special figure process flag is the first small hit). Pre-opening process-determines whether the value is equivalent to the first small hit end processing), if the small hit game is during, the value of the second special figure process flag corresponds to the second special symbol variation processing Do not change from the value, and if it is not a small hit game, it is possible to update the value of the second special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the next second special symbol stop processing. By performing such control, the variable display of the second special symbol is interrupted during the small hit game based on the variable display of the first special symbol, and the variable display of the second special symbol is restarted after the end of the small hit game. Control to do so. Note that, not only in such control, for example, during the small hitting game based on the variation display of the first special symbol, the process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the second special symbol is interrupted (of the timer The update may be interrupted).

(Main operation of the production control board 12)
Next, the main operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 6. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122 and set various initial values, and to the effect control board 12. Register setting etc. of the mounted CTC (counter/timer circuit). Further, the initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing an initial operation of the movable body 32 such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation are executed.

Then, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state each time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed and stands by.

Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time has elapsed. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disabled state is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to the interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, the effect control command is fetched from a predetermined input port of the input ports included in the I/O 125 that receives the control signal transmitted from the main substrate 11 via the relay substrate 15. The effect control command fetched at this time is stored in the effect control command receiving buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the production control CPU 120 sets the interrupt permission, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared to the off state (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer, the read effect control commands are read. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or the RAM 122 is stored in the RAM 122 so that the effect control command received, the content specified by the effect control command, and the like can be confirmed by the effect control process processing or the like. The reception flag provided is turned on. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display the background according to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, a voice output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and the movable body 32. The control for operating various effect devices, such as the drive operation of, is performed. Further, with respect to the control contents of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed in accordance with the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the effect control process processing in step S76, effect random number updating processing is executed (step S77), and at least a part of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side is updated by software. Then, the process returns to step S73. Other processing may be executed before returning to the processing of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading notice production are performed based on the production control command at the time of the winning prize transmitted from the main board 11. Further, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold memories specified from the effect control command.

In this embodiment, when an effective start winning is generated in the first starting winning opening A, an effect control command (first holding storage number addition designation command) that specifies that the first holding storage number has increased by 1 is transmitted. When the effective starting winning is generated in the second starting winning opening, the effect control command (second holding storage number addition designation command) that specifies that the second holding storage number has increased by 1 is transmitted. In addition, when an effective starting winning is generated in any of the starting winning openings (only the first starting winning opening in this example), pre-reading judgment of the display result and the variation pattern in the special figure game is performed, and the judgment result is designated. A production control command (a winning determination result designation command) is transmitted. When the first special figure game is started, an effect control command (first reserved storage number subtraction designation command) that specifies that the first reserved storage number has decreased by 1, and the second special figure game is When the control is started, an effect control command (second reserved memory number subtraction specification command) that specifies that the second reserved memory number has decreased by 1, is transmitted. It is possible to grasp the number of second reserved memories. In step S161, determination, determination, setting, and the like for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed based on the winning determination result designation command, and the first reserve storage number addition designation command and the second reserve storage number addition designation command are executed. A process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the specified hold storage number. Further, even when the first reserved storage number subtraction designation command and the second reserved storage number subtraction designation command are received, the processing for displaying the suspension display is executed based on the reserved storage number specified from those commands. To be done. In this embodiment, only the prefetching notice effect for the first special figure game can be executed, but the prefetching notice effect for the second special figure game is not limited to such a configuration and may be executed.

After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes any of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

The variable display start waiting process of step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "0" (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of a decorative pattern in the image display device 5, based on whether or not a command or the like designating the start of variable display is received from the main board 11. Etc. are included. When it is determined that the variable display of the decorative pattern on the image display device 5 is started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is ended.

The variable display start setting process of step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "1". In the variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (the fixed decorative pattern), the variable display mode of the decorative pattern, the reach effect and various The presence/absence of execution of various effects such as a notice effect, its mode, and execution start timing are determined. Then, the effect control pattern (collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) that reflects the determination result or the like is set. Then, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start the variable display of the decorative pattern, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is ended. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start the variable display of the decorative pattern in response to the instruction to start the variable display of the decorative pattern.

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control section 123 to display an effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. Or driving the movable body 32, outputting voice or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and sending a command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect control is performed during variable display of the decorative pattern, such as turning on/off/blinking the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED by output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the variable display end of the decorative pattern is read from the effect control pattern, or a command for designating stop display of the fixed decorative pattern is received from the main board 11. Corresponding to what is done, the fixed decorative design which is the display result of the decorative design is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative design is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the variable display effect effect processing ends.

The special figure winning waiting process of step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "3". In the special figure winning waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the main board 11 receives an effect control command that specifies to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state. When a production control command for designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received, if the command designates the start of the big hit game state, the value of the production process flag is set to "6." Update to ". On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of the small hitting game state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4" which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during the small hitting. Also, when the waiting time for receiving the command has elapsed without receiving the command designating the big hit game state or the small hit game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "miss". Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value. When the value of the production process flag is updated, the special figure hit waiting process ends.

The effect process during the small hit in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is "4". In the effect processing during the small hit, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set contents. .. Also, in the small hitting production process, the value of the production process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small winning finish production in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 designating termination of the small hitting game state, for example. It is updated to a certain "5", and the effect processing during the small hit is ended.

The small hit completion production process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the production control process flag is "5". In the small hitting end effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the small hit game state, and various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the setting contents. To execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value, and the small hit end effect processing is ended.

The big hit medium effect process of step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "6". In this big hit mid effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the setting contents. Further, in the big hit midfield effect process, the value of the effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the ending effect process, for example, in response to receiving a command for ending the big hit game state from the main board 11. It updates to "7" and finishes the big hit mid-game production process.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "7". In this ending effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the big hit game state, and performs various kinds of end effect effect control at the end of the big hit game state based on the setting contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value, and the ending effect process is ended.

(Variation of basic explanation)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Although the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic description is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, the game medium is enclosed and points are awarded based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

What is displayed during variable display of the special symbol is only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-"), and variable display may be performed by repeating display and extinction of the symbol. Further, even when the symbol is displayed during the variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (the symbol indicating “-” may not be displayed as the display result).

In the above basic description, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as a gaming machine, but a predetermined number of bets is set by inserting a medal, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, A slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to a player (for example, a big bonus when the stop symbol combination is a specific symbol combination when the symbols are stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by The present invention can be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, referred to as bonus).

The program and data for implementing the present invention are not limited to the form in which they are distributed and provided to a computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by a removable recording medium, and the computer device or the like in advance. It may be distributed by being installed in the storage device included in. Further, the program and data for implementing the present invention may be distributed by being downloaded from another device on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The game execution mode is not limited to that executed by mounting a removable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via a communication line in the internal memory or the like. Alternatively, the hardware resources of other devices may be directly used on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game may be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In the present specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the effect (expressions such as “high”, “low”, “different”) is “0%”. May be included. For example, it is also included that one is a ratio of "0%" and the other is a ratio of "100%" or a ratio less than "100%".

(Explanation regarding the characteristic part 014IW)
Next, the characteristic part 014IW will be described. First, a game state in the characteristic unit 014IW will be described. First, the game state in the present characteristic unit 014IW includes a normal state (low probability/non-KT state) and a KT state (so-called small hit time) that is more likely to be a small hit than the normal state. Furthermore, there are two types of KT states, a first KT state and a second KT state, and in this feature section 014IW, the gaming state is a low probability state and a non-KT state (low probability/non-KT state: normal state). In the case of being controlled, in the case of being controlled to the low probability and the first KT state (low probability/first KT state), and in the case of being controlled to the high probability and the first KT state (high probability/first KT state). In some cases, it is controlled to a high probability and the second KT state (high probability/second KT state).

As will be described later, in the first KT state among the KT states, although a small hit is likely to occur and the special variable winning ball device 17 is easily opened, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B on the upstream side is extremely long, and the small hit. Even if occurs, there are very few cases where a game ball is won in the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side (for example, about 100 balls per 100 fluctuations). Specifically, in the first KT state, it is controlled to a state in which a small hit is likely to occur, and is controlled to a high base state so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a long time. As will be described later, the second KT state among the KT states is such that the opening time of the upstream side variable winning ball device 6B is short, and when a small hit occurs, the game ball is placed in the downstream special variable winning ball device 17. Easy to win. Specifically, in the second KT state, it is controlled to a state in which a small hit is likely to occur and is also controlled to a low base state to shorten the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B.

Further, the KT state is a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely to occur than in the normal state (low probability/non-KT state). Specifically, in the characteristic part 014IW, the probability that the variable winning ball device 6B will be in the open state at the time of a universal figure is the same in the KT state and the normal state (for example, 100%. That is, 100 regardless of the state). %, but it is not a case of a small hit when the first special symbol fluctuates, whereas a structure is such that a small hit may be decided when the second special symbol fluctuates. Since it has been done (however, except for the case of forced disengagement, which will be described later), the KT state is set to a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely than in the normal state. As a result, in the KT state, a small hit is frequently generated mainly by changing the second special symbol, which is a game state advantageous to the player.

It should be noted that the configuration for setting the KT state in the gaming state in which a small hit is more likely than in the normal state is not limited to this. For example, even in the KT state, the probability that the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state is the same as that in the normal state (for example, 100%), but the variation selected when the second special symbol varies By configuring the variation time of the pattern to be shorter in the KT state than in the normal state, the KT state has a higher rate of variation times for a certain time than the normal state, and the KT state is smaller than the normal state. It may be a game state that is easy to hit. In addition, in the feature part 014IW, the general-university game is always configured to be a general-universal game. It is possible to make the ratio of the general picture loss lower than in the normal state.

In addition, the characteristic part 014IW is configured such that the time required for the game ball to reach the variable winning ball device 6B after passing through the passage gate 41 is 0.6 seconds or more. Specifically, it is adjusted by the installation positions of the passage gate 41 and the variable winning ball device 6B, and a group of nails forming a downflow path of the game ball. As will be described later in detail, in the characteristic part 014IW, the variable winning ball device 6B can be controlled to be in the open state based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41. In the first KT state described later, the game ball passes. The time from the passage of the gate 41 until the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state is 0.5 seconds, and the game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B after passing through the passage gate 41. Since it is shorter than the required time of 0.6 seconds, when one gaming ball passes through the passage gate 41 in the first KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in the open state. The game balls can be won as they are in the variable winning ball device 6B.

FIG. 8-1(A) is an explanatory diagram showing the big hit determination table 138IW130a. The big hit determination table 138IW130a is a set of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a big hit determination value to be compared with a random number for hit determination is set. The jackpot determination table 138IW130a includes a non-probable-variable-time jackpot determination table used in a non-probable variation state (low probability state (low probability/non-KT state, low probability/first KT state)) and a probable variation state (high probability state (high probability state (high probability state)). /First KT state, high probability/second KT state)), which is a probability variation big hit determination table. The numerical values described in the left column of FIG. 8-1(A) are set in the non-probability-variable jackpot determination table, and the numerical values described in the right column of FIG. 8-1(A) are set in the probability-variable jackpot determination table. Each numerical value that has been set is set. The numerical value described in FIG. 8-1(A) is a jackpot determination value.

FIGS. 8-1(B) and (C) are explanatory diagrams showing the small hit determination tables 138IW 130b and 130c. Of these, FIG. 8-1 (B) shows the small hit determination table 138IW130b for the first special symbol used when performing the variable display of the first special symbol. Moreover, FIG. 8-1(C) shows the small hit determination table 138IW130c for the second special symbol used when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. The small hitting determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a small hitting determination value to be compared with a random number for hit determination is set. The small hit determination tables 138IW130b and 130c respectively include an uncertain variation small hitting determination table used in an uncertain variation state (low probability state (low probability/non-KT state, low probability/first KT state)) and a certain variation state ( There is a probability variation small hitting determination table used in a high probability state (high probability/first KT state, high probability/second KT state). The numerical values described in the left column of FIGS. 8-1(B) and (C) are set in the non-probability variation small hitting determination table, and the probability variation small hitting determination table in FIG. 8-1(B) is set. ) And (C), the respective numerical values described in the right column are set. Further, the numerical values described in FIGS. 8-1(B) and (C) are the small hit determination values.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-1(B), the small hit determination value for the first special symbol is not assigned to the small hit determination table 138IW130b, and when it is not determined to be a big hit, There is no chance of a small hit. That is, if the big hit is not determined, all are out of place and the small hit probability is 0%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1(C), in the small hit determination table 138IW130c for the second special symbol, both the non-probability variation small hit determination table and the probability variation small hit determination table, the determination values (32767 to 65535). ) Is assigned as the small hit judgment value, and the small hit probability is 50%. Not limited to the configuration of this example, in the variable display of the second special symbol, if it is not determined to be a big hit, it will always be a small hit, and the small hit probability may be 100%, or the probability change state. Only the small hit probability may be 100%.

Not limited to the configuration of this example, the small hit determination value may be set so that a small hit occurs even in the variable display of the first special symbol. In this case, the small hit probability of the variable display of the first special symbol is preferably the same as or lower than the small hit probability of the variable display of the second special symbol. Further, if the big hit type of the last big hit is the probability big hit E or the probability big hit F (see FIG. 8-22), it will be described later when the small hit game state is controlled based on the variable display of the first special symbol. The value of the small hit number counter may be added. Further, during simultaneous variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, as a variable display result of one special symbol, in response to the small hit symbol being derived and displayed, the other variable display is a missing symbol. It may be forcibly stopped.

The CPU 103 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 104 at a predetermined time and uses the extracted value as the value of the hit determination random number. The hit determination random number is one of those shown in FIG. If it matches the jackpot determination value, it is determined to be a jackpot for special symbols. In addition, "probability" shown in FIG. 8-1(A) indicates the probability (ratio) of being a big hit, and in the probability variation state (high probability state), as compared with the non-probability variation state (low probability state), The chance of being a big hit is 10 times. In addition, "probability" shown in FIGS. 8-1 (B) and (C) indicates a probability (ratio) of a small hit. Also, to determine whether to make a big hit, it means to decide whether to shift to the big hit gaming state, the stop symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B It also means deciding whether or not to make a jackpot design. Also, to determine whether to make a small hit, it is to determine whether to shift to the small hit game state, whether the stop symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is a small hit symbol It also means deciding whether or not.

FIGS. 8-1(D) and 8(E) are explanatory diagrams showing the jackpot type determination tables 138IW 131a and 131b stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination tables 138IW131a, 131b, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot pattern, based on the hit type determination random number, the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot A", "probability variation jackpot B". , "Probability variation jackpot C", "Probability variation jackpot D", "Probability variation jackpot E", "Probability variation jackpot F", "Normal jackpot A", "Normal jackpot B" and "Normal jackpot C" This is a referenced table. Hereinafter, the probability variation big hit A, the probability variation big hit B, the probability variation big hit C, the probability variation big hit D, the probability variation big hit E, and the probability variation big hit F are collectively referred to simply as the probability variation big hit. Further, the normal big hit A, the normal big hit B, and the normal big hit C are collectively referred to simply as the normal big hit.

As shown in FIG. 8-1(D), in the feature unit 014IW, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is determined as “probable variation jackpot A” with a probability of 15% and a probability of 15%. "Probability variation jackpot B" is determined with a probability of 15%, "Probability variation jackpot C" is determined with a probability of 15%, "Probability variation jackpot D" is determined with a probability of 3%, "Probability variation jackpot E" is determined with a probability of 3%. 2% probability is determined as "probable variation jackpot F", 15% probability is determined as "normal jackpot A", 15% probability is determined as "normal jackpot B", and 5% probability is determined as "normal jackpot B". Ordinary jackpot C" is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1(E), in the feature portion 014IW, when executing the variable display of the second special symbol, it is determined as “probable variation jackpot A” with a probability of 15%, and 15%. With probability of "probable variation jackpot B", with probability of 15% determined with "probability variation jackpot C", with probability of 15% determined with "probability variation jackpot D", with probability of 3% "determined variation jackpot E" Is determined with a probability of 2%, “probable variation jackpot F”, and with a probability of 35%, “normal jackpot A”.

As shown in FIGS. 8-1(D) and (E), in the feature portion 014IW, when performing variable display of the first special symbol, “normal big hit A” and “normal big hit B” among the normal big hits. It is configured so that it can be determined as "and a normal jackpot C", but when performing the variable display of the second special symbol, in the "normal jackpot B" and "ordinary jackpot C" out of the usual jackpot It is configured not to be determined, but to be determined only for the "ordinary jackpot B" and the "ordinary jackpot A" having a higher degree of advantage than the "ordinary jackpot C". The difference in the degree of advantage for each type of jackpot will be described later.

In this characteristic part 014IW, the conditions for shifting to the gaming state controlled after the big hit game and the second KT state are different according to the big hit type, but the degree of advantage in the big hit game state is common. In other words, the feature section 014IW is configured to be controlled to the big hit game state of five rounds regardless of the kind of big hit. The advantage degree (for example, the number of rounds) in the big hit game state may be different for each big hit type, not limited to the configuration of the characteristic part 014IW.

In this feature section 014IW, the special winning opening is opened until a predetermined period (30 seconds in this example) elapses or a predetermined number (10 in this example) of game balls are won in each round of the big hit game. It is controlled and it is possible to win a maximum of 10 big winning holes per round. In addition to the jackpot type shown by the feature section 014IW, for example, "2R certainty variation jackpot" and "2R regular jackpot" are provided, and when "2R certainty variation jackpot" and "2R regular jackpot" are given, the jackpot game In each round, the special winning opening is controlled to be in an open state only for a short period (1.8 seconds in this example), and the number of winning prizes that can be won in each round is about 2 to 3. May be.

In the feature part 014IW, when the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to either a high-probability state or a low-probability state according to the big hit type. Specifically, when the probability variation big hit occurs, it is controlled to a high probability state after the end of the big hit game state. Also, when a normal big hit occurs, it is controlled to a low probability state after the big hit game state ends.

In addition, in the feature section 014IW, when the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to either the first KT state or the second KT state according to the big hit type. Specifically, when the probability variation big hit A occurs, it is controlled to the second KT state after the end of the big hit game state. If any of the probability variation big hits B to F and the normal big hits A to C occurs, it is controlled to the first KT state after the end of the big hit game state.

In addition, in the feature section 014IW, when any of the probability variation big hits B to F and the normal big hits A to C occurs, it is controlled to the first KT state after the big hit game state is ended, but a predetermined transition condition is set in the first KT state. If established, it is configured to shift from the first KT state to the second KT state or the non-KT state.

Specifically, when any of the probability variation big hit B, the probability variation big hit C and the probability variation big hit D occurs, it shifts to the first KT state after the big hit game state ends and the next big hit occurs or the number of times depending on the big hit type. The first KT state is maintained until the first transition condition of executing the variable display is satisfied, and when the first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state transitions to the second KT state.

The feature unit 014IW is configured to set one of a plurality of types of first transition conditions according to the type of big hit (for example, realized by the process of step 014IWS104A described later), and the probability variation big hit B If so, 90 times of variable display are set as the first transition condition (hereinafter, also referred to as first transition condition A), and if the probability variation big hit C is 65 times of variable display, the first transition condition ( Hereinafter, if the probability variation big hit D is set as the first transition condition B), the execution of the variable display 40 times is set as the first transition condition (hereinafter, also referred to as the first transition condition C).

Therefore, when the probability variation big hit B occurs and shifts to the first KT state, the next big hit does not occur, 90 times of variable display times are executed, and the first shift condition (first shift condition A) is set. When established, the first KT state shifts to the second KT state. In addition, when the probability variation big hit C occurs and it shifts to the first KT state, the next big hit does not occur, the variable display is executed 65 times, and the first shift condition (first shift condition B) is satisfied. Then, the first KT state shifts to the second KT state. In addition, when the probability variation big hit C occurs and shifts to the first KT state, the next big hit does not occur and the variable display is executed 40 times and the first shift condition (first shift condition C) is satisfied. Then, the first KT state shifts to the second KT state. These controls are realized by, for example, the processing of steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B and step 014IWS104A described later.

Also, when either probability variation big hit E or probability variation big hit F occurs, it shifts to the first KT state after the big hit game state ends, and the next big hit occurs, or the variation display of the number of times according to the big hit type is executed. The first KT state is maintained until the transition condition of either one of the transition condition 1 and the second transition condition of occurrence of the number of small hitting game states according to the type of big hit is satisfied, and the first transition condition and the second transition condition. When either one of the transition conditions is satisfied, the first KT state transitions to the second KT state. Hereinafter, the first transition condition and the second transition condition are generically referred to as a transition condition.

The feature part 014IW is configured to set one of a plurality of types of second transition conditions according to the type of big hit (for example, realized by the process of step 014IWS107A described later), and the probability variation big hit E If so, the occurrence of 30 small hitting game states is set as the second transition condition (hereinafter, also referred to as the second transition condition A), and if the probability variation big hit F, the occurrence of 70 small hitting game states is the first. The second transition condition (hereinafter, also referred to as the second transition condition B) is set. In each of the probability variation big hit E and the probability variation big hit F, the execution of the variable display 90 times is set as the first transition condition.

Therefore, when the probability variation big hit E occurs and the state shifts to the first KT state, the next big hit does not occur, and the first transition condition (first transition condition A) of executing the variable display 90 times and 30 When one of the transition conditions, that is, the second transition condition (second transition condition A) of occurrence of the small hitting game state is satisfied, the first KT state is shifted to the second KT state. Further, when the probability variation big hit F occurs and the state shifts to the first KT state, the next big hit does not occur, and the first transition condition (first transition condition A) of executing the variable display 90 times and 70 times. When either one of the second transition condition (second transition condition B) of occurrence of the small hitting game state is satisfied, the first KT state shifts to the second KT state. These controls are realized by, for example, the processing of steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, steps 014IWS009B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS104A, and step 014IWS107A described later. It should be noted that the first transition condition may be set differently for the probability variation big hit E and the probability variation big hit F, not limited to the configuration of the characteristic part 014IW.

Further, when any one of the normal big hit A, the normal big hit B and the normal big hit C occurs, the game shifts to the first KT state after the big hit game and the next big hit occurs, or the variable display of the number of times according to the big hit type is executed. The first KT state is maintained until the first transition condition is satisfied, and when the first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is shifted to the non-KT state.

In the feature part 014IW, one of a plurality of types of first transition conditions is set according to the type of big hit (for example, realized by the process of step 014IWS110A), and if it is a normal big hit A The execution of the variable display 90 times is set as the first transition condition (first transition condition A), and the normal big hit B is the execution of the variable display 65 times is set as the first transition condition (first transition condition B). In the case of the normal big hit C, the execution of the variable display 40 times is set as the first transition condition (first transition condition C).

Therefore, when the normal big hit A occurs and the first KT state is entered, the first big transition condition (first shift condition A) of executing the variable display 90 times is satisfied without the next big hit. , The first KT state to the non-KT state. Further, when the normal big hit B occurs and shifts to the first KT state, the first shift condition (first shift condition B) of executing variable display 65 times is satisfied without the next big hit. , The first KT state to the non-KT state. When the normal big hit C occurs and the first KT state is entered, the next big hit does not occur and the first transition condition (first transition condition C) of executing the variable display 40 times is satisfied. Transition from the 1KT state to the non-KT state. These controls are realized by, for example, the processing of steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B and step 014IWS110A described later.

Hereinafter, in the first KT state, probability variation big hits B to D occur, and the first KT state that is transferred after the big hit game is also referred to as first KT state A, probability variation big hits E and F occur, and shift after the big hit game. The 1st KT state which is done is also called the 1st KT state B, usually big hit A-C occurs, the 1st KT state which is transferred after the big hit game is also called 1st KT state C. That is, the first KT state A is a state in which the second KT state is transitioned to when the first transition condition is satisfied, and the first KT state B is the second KT state when either the first transition condition or the second transition condition is satisfied. The first KT state C is a state in which the state transitions to the non-KT state when the first transition condition is satisfied.

When the probability variation big hit A occurs, it shifts to the second KT state after the big hit game, and the second KT state is maintained until the next big hit occurs. That is, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) loops until a big hit occurs.

In the characteristic part 014IW, it is possible to shift from the first KT state (for example, the first KT states A and B) to the second KT state based on the satisfaction of the first transition condition, and the first transition condition It is configured such that it is possible to shift from the first KT state (for example, the first KT state B) to the second KT state based on the establishment of either one of the second transition conditions. With such a configuration, it is possible to give various conditions for shifting to the second KT state, and improve the enjoyment of the game.

In addition, in the characteristic part 014IW, as the transition condition for transitioning from the first KT state to the second KT state, the first transition condition of performing variable display for a predetermined number of times and the second transition condition of occurrence of the small hitting gaming state for a predetermined number of times. It is configured to be able to set the transition condition. With such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to the number of times of variation and the number of occurrences of the small hitting game state (that is, the number of times the small hitting symbol is derived and displayed), and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the first KT state A or B is controlled, the second KT state is transitioned to when the first transition condition is satisfied, while when the first KT state C is controlled, When the first transition condition is satisfied, the non-KT state is entered. With such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to which of the first KT states A to C is controlled, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, in the characteristic portion 014IW, when the probability variation big hits B to F are controlled to any of the first KT states A and B, they are simultaneously controlled to the high probability state, and when the first transition condition is satisfied, the first transition condition is satisfied. While shifting to the 2KT state, it is controlled to the low probability state at the same time when it is controlled to the first KT state C by the occurrence of one of the normal big hits A to C, and to the non-KT state when the first shifting condition is satisfied. Is configured. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to which one of the high-probability state and the low-probability state is controlled, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, a plurality of types of first transition conditions are provided, and the ease of establishment is different for each. That is, the ease of transition to the second KT state or the non-KT state differs depending on the type of the first transition condition, so that the degree of advantage differs. For example, in the first KT state A in which the transition to the second KT state occurs when the transition condition is established, the degree of advantage increases in the order in which the transition condition is easily established (that is, in the order in which the transition to the second KT state is easy). Specifically, the degree of advantage increases in the order of first transition condition C (40 times)>first transition condition B (65 times)>first transition condition A (90 times). On the other hand, in the first KT state C in which the transition to the non-KT state occurs when the transition condition is satisfied, the degree of advantage increases in the order in which it is difficult to establish (that is, in the order in which it is difficult to transition to the non-KT state). Specifically, the degree of advantage increases in the order of the first transition condition A (90 times)>the first transition condition B (65 times)>the first transition condition C (40 times). With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the variety of games, and to pay attention to which state of the first KT states A to C is controlled and the type of the first transition condition that is set. It is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, the characteristic part 014IW is provided with a plurality of types of second transition conditions, and is configured so as to be different in ease of establishment. That is, the ease of transition to the second KT state differs depending on the type of the second transition condition, so that the degree of advantage is different. With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the type of the second transition condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, a plurality of big hit types are provided, and the shift condition for making the shift from the first KT state to the second KT state or the non-KT state is configured differently according to the big hit type. With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the jackpot type can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

In the characteristic part 014IW, the degree of advantage is high in the order of second KT state>first KT state>non-KT state. Therefore, of the probability variation big hits A to F and the normal bonus hits A to C, the probability variation big hit A that is controlled to the second KT state when the big hit game state ends is the jackpot type with the highest degree of advantage. Further, in the probability variation big hits B to D, the degree of advantage becomes higher in the order in which the first transition condition that is easy to be established is set (that is, in the order in which it is easy to transition to the second KT state). Specifically, the degree of advantage increases in the order of probability variation big hit D> probability variation big hit C> probability variation big hit B. Further, in the probability variation big hits E and F, since the first transition condition is the same, the degree of advantage becomes higher in the order in which the second transition condition that is easy to be established is set (that is, the order in which it is easy to transition to the second KT state). Specifically, the degree of advantage increases in the order of probability variation big hit E> probability variation big hit F. Further, in the normal jackpots A to C, the degree of advantage becomes higher in the order in which the first transition condition that is difficult to be established is set (that is, the order in which it is difficult to transition to the non-KT state). Specifically, the degree of advantage increases in the order of normal big hit A>normal big hit B>normal big hit C.

FIG. 8-1(F) is an explanatory diagram showing the small hit type determination table 138IW131c stored in the ROM 101. The small hit type determination table 138IW131c, when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol, the small hit type is "small hit A", "small hit B" based on the random number for hit type judgment. And “Small hits C”.

As shown in FIG. 8-1(F), in the feature part 014IW, when executing the variable display of the second special symbol, it is determined as “small hit A” with a probability of 33%, and a probability of 33%. Is determined as "small hit B", and is determined as "small hit C" with a probability of 34%.

"Small hit A" is a small hit in which the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened three times for 0.5 seconds in the small hit game state, and "Small hit B" is a small hit. In the gaming state, the special variable winning ball device 17 is a small hit in which control is performed twice for 0.5 seconds, and the "small hit C" is the special variable winning ball device 17 in the small hit gaming state. This is a small hit that is controlled once for 0.5 seconds. When the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened a plurality of times in the small hitting game state, the interval period (closing period between opening) after the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened is 1.8 seconds. There is a closed period. In the present characteristic part 014IW, since the degree of advantage varies depending on the type of small hit, the opening effect during the small hit game is controlled for each type of small hit (for example, the special variable winning ball device 17 is controlled to the open state). You may make it differ the production|generation mode of the production|generation which notifies that it is performed (or change the selection ratio of the production|generation mode). For example, in the case of the small hit A that is in the open state three times (that is, the advantage degree is high), the open effect of the effect mode A is higher than the open effect of the effect mode B, and the open state is only once. In the case of a small hit C that does not satisfy (that is, the degree of advantage is low), the ratio of the execution effect of the effect mode B to be executed may be higher than that of the effect effect of the effect mode A. With such a configuration, it is possible to focus attention on the production mode of the opening production and improve the interest.

In addition, in the characteristic part 014IW, three types of small hits, that is, small hit A, small hit B and small hit C are provided, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and only one kind or two kinds. Or four or more kinds. In addition, for example, when it is configured to execute the opening effect during the small hit game only in the second KT state, in the second KT state, one of small hit A, small hit B and small hit C In the first KT state in which the small hit type is determined and the opening effect is not executed, the small hit type may be determined for the small hit C (or the determined rate is high). With such a configuration, in the first KT state in which the opening effect is not executed, the period in which the small hit game state is controlled (that is, the variation stop period of the second special symbol) becomes long, which gives the player a feeling of strangeness. Can be prevented.

8-2 to 8-4 are explanatory diagrams showing the variation patterns (variation time) of the special symbol and the decorative symbol used in the present characteristic part 014IW. EXT shown in FIGS. 8-2 to 8-4 is the second byte data of the effect control command (2-byte configuration) corresponding to each variation pattern.

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-2 to 8-4, seven types of first variation patterns #01 to #07 for the first special symbol and the decorative symbol, and a second variation pattern for the second special symbol and the decorative symbol. 32 types of #01 to #32 are used. Hereinafter, for example, the variation pattern #n (n=01-107 or 01-32) means both the first variation pattern #n and the second variation pattern #n.

When performing the variable display of the first special symbol, in the non-KT state (low probability/non-KT state), the variation pattern for the first special symbol for non-KT time shown in FIG. 8-2(A) The table is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-2(A), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, it is determined to be one of the first variation patterns #01 to #05.

When executing the variable display of the first special symbol, in the KT state (low probability/first KT state, high probability/first KT state, high probability/second KT state), in FIG. 8-2(B) The variation pattern table for the first special symbol for KT shown is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-2(B), when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed in the KT state, it is determined to be one of the first variation patterns #06 to #07.

When performing the variable display of the second special symbol, in the non-KT state (low probability/non-KT state), the variation pattern for the second special symbol for non-KT time shown in FIG. 8-3(C) The table is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-3(C), when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns #01 to #03. Specifically, when it is determined to be off, the second variation pattern #01 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a long period of 10 minutes. Further, when it is determined that the small hit, the second variation pattern #02 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a long period of 10 minutes. In addition, the second variation pattern #03 is determined even when it is determined to be a big hit, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a certain long period of 5 minutes.

In the feature section 014IW, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed even in the non-KT state and a small hit occurs, a situation in which a certain amount of prize balls can be expected due to the winning of the game ball into the special winning opening occurs. Will end up. Therefore, in the characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8C, even if the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, the variable time is extremely lengthened and the frequency of execution of the variable display is increased. On the contrary, the frequency of the small hits is reduced to prevent the situation where the small hits are aimed at to obtain a prize ball even in the non-KT state. In the characteristic part 014IW, the "frequency of occurrence of small hits" is, for example, the occurrence rate of small hits per unit time (for example, 1 minute), and in the KT state, for example, small hits per unit time. Is higher than in the normal state.

In addition, in the characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-3(C), when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, the variable time is changed even if it is a big hit. By making the length relatively long to 5 minutes, it is possible to prevent the act of unreasonably aiming at the prize ball due to winning in the special winning opening during the non-KT state. However, in the case of a big hit, it is not necessary to take a long time to digest the first reserved memory as compared with the case of a small hit, so that the variation time is shorter than that in the case of a small hit. There is.

When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the low probability/first KT state, end the big hit game based on any of the normal big hits A to C that triggered the low probability/first KT state The variation pattern table is selected according to the number of variations since then. In this case, if the variation display of the first variation is executed, the low probability/first KT shown in FIG. 8-3(D) and the second special symbol variation pattern table for the first variation are selected and varied. The pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-3(D), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as the first variation of the low probability/first KT state, one of the second variation patterns #04 to #06. Is decided.

As shown in FIG. 8-3(D), when it is determined that the first change of the low probability/first KT state is the deviation, the change time is shortened to 5 seconds and the second change pattern #04 of the short change is set. It is determined. Further, when it is determined that the small hit is the first change of the low probability/first KT state, the second change pattern #05 (the second start winning opening is opened) is a relatively long change time of 7 seconds for the small hit. (Variation pattern for preparation). As described above, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the first KT state is controlled, the frequency of small hits increases, but the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is lengthened to actually cause the special variable winning. The special winning opening in the ball device 17 is set so as to rarely win a prize. However, in the state immediately after shifting to the low probability/first KT state, there is a possibility that a certain amount of game balls are accumulated on the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B or the special variable winning ball device 17, and the special variable winning ball is immediately generated. If the device 17 is controlled to be in the open state, a considerable number of game balls may win the special winning opening. Therefore, in the feature part 014IW, in the first variation of the first KT state, by securing a variation time of at least 7 seconds, the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 can be operated before shifting to the first KT state. By controlling the special variable winning ball device 17 to the open state after a sufficient time has passed until all the game balls accumulated on the bottom member are allowed to enter the special winning opening, It prevents the situation where a prize ball more than expected is obtained in the 1KT state. In addition, when it is determined as a big hit as the first variation of the low probability/first KT state, the second variation pattern #06 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for 2 minutes.

In addition, when the variation display of 2 to 39 fluctuations is executed after the jackpot game based on any of the normal jackpots A to C that triggered the low probability/first KT state, the variation of 41 to 64 fluctuations is executed. In the case of executing the display, or in the case of executing the variable display of the 66th to 89th fluctuations, the low probability shown in FIG. 8-3(E)/the first KT and 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89. The second special symbol variation pattern table for the variation eye is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-3(E), after the jackpot game based on one of the normal jackpots A to C is finished, as a low probability/first KT state of 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89 fluctuations. When the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns #07 to #13. In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-3(E), a low probability/first KT state of 2-39, 41-64 or 66-89 fluctuations after the jackpot game based on any of the normal jackpots A to C is finished. When it is decided that the difference is not noticeable, when the second fluctuation pattern #07 of the shortening fluctuation whose fluctuation time is as short as 5 seconds or the second fluctuation pattern #08 of the shortening fluctuation whose fluctuation time is as short as 1 second is determined. There is. On the other hand, when it is determined that the low probability/the first KT state of 2-39, 41-64 or 66-89 changes after the jackpot game based on one of the normal jackpots A to C is lost, the reach is reached. In some cases, the second variation pattern #09 accompanied by is determined. In addition, when it is determined to be a small hit as a low probability/first KT state of 2-39, 41-64 or 66-89 fluctuation after the jackpot game based on one of the normal jackpots A to C is usually changed, There is a case where the second variation pattern #10 having a shortened variation with a short time of 5 seconds or the second variation pattern #11 having a shortened variation with a shorter variation time of 1 second is determined. On the other hand, when it is determined to be a small hit as a low probability / 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89 variation of the low probability / first KT state after finishing the big hit game based on any of the normal big hits A to C, The second variation pattern #12 with reach may be determined. The second fluctuation patterns #07 and #10 are fluctuation patterns that can be selected only when the second reserved memory is not stored, and the second fluctuation patterns #08 and #11 include one or more second reserved memories. This is a variation pattern that can be selected only when As a result, the storage capacity is quickly consumed and the operating rate is increased. In addition, when the jackpot game based on any one of the normal jackpots A to C is finished, the reach is determined when the jackpot is determined as the low probability/first KT state of 2-39, 41-64 or 66-89 variation. The second variation pattern #13 is decided.

In addition, when executing the case of executing the variable display of the 40th, 65th, or 90th fluctuation after the jackpot game based on any of the normal jackpots A to C that triggered the low probability/first KT state is executed. For example, the variation pattern is determined by selecting the second special symbol variation pattern table for low probability/first KT and the 40th, 65th or 90th variation shown in FIG. 8F. As shown in FIG. 8-3 (F), the variation of the second special symbol as the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation of the low probability/first KT state after the jackpot game based on any of the normal jackpots A to C is ended. When the display is executed, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns #14 to #16.

In the characteristic part 014IW, when the low probability/first KT state is controlled, whether or not the high base state (first KT state) is continued at the 40th, 65th and 90th fluctuations, and the second KT state. A battle effect (details will be described later) that indicates whether or not to move to is executed. Therefore, at the 40th, 65th, and 90th fluctuations in the low probability/first KT state, using the fluctuation pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-3(F), the shortening fluctuation is not selected and the battle effect is produced. We are trying to secure a sufficient period for execution.

In addition, in this characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-2, when it is a big hit in the variable display of the first special symbol during the KT state, the first variation pattern #07 having a variation time of 10 seconds is set. Is configured to determine. This is a case where a big hit occurs immediately in the change display of the first special symbol immediately after the transition to the second KT state, and if the change time of the big hit change of the first special symbol is set to a long change time, Since the variation of the second special symbol executed during the big hit variation of the first special symbol is configured to be a forced outfall, the forced outfall occurs frequently even though the second KT state and the player is a small hit. You will not be able to receive any profit from. Therefore, in this feature unit 014IW, by changing the fluctuation time of the big hit fluctuation of the first special symbol to a short fluctuation time, the big hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol is frequently generated before the frequent forced deviation occurs. It is configured.

Note that, unlike the feature part 014IW, even when the variation of the second special symbol is started during the big hit variation of the first special symbol, the variation of the second special symbol is not forced to fall off (for example, the first Special symbol big hit When the second special symbol is changing at the time of stop, if the gaming machine of the second special symbol is forced out), the variation time of the first special symbol big hit in the KT state May be a long fluctuation time (for example, 1 minute). This is a case where a big hit occurs immediately in the change display of the first special symbol immediately after the transition to the second KT state, and if the change time of the big hit is the same short change time as the deviation, the player You will not be able to receive any profit from the small hit. Therefore, if the variation time of the big hit of the first special symbol in the KT state is a long variation time (for example, 1 minute), even in such a case, a sufficient time that at least a plurality of small hits can occur. (For example, 1 minute) is ensured.

When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the high probability / the first KT state, end the big hit game based on any of the probability variation big hit BF that triggered the high probability / first KT state The variation pattern table is selected according to the number of variations since then. In this case, if the variation display of the first variation is executed, the high probability/first KT shown in FIG. 8-4(G) and the second special symbol variation pattern table for the first variation are selected and varied. The pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-4(G), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as the first variation of the high probability/first KT state, one of the second variation patterns #17 to #21. Is decided.

As in the case of the first change in the low probability/first KT state, as shown in FIG. 8-4(G), the change time is also determined when the deviation is determined as the first change in the high probability/first KT state. The second variation pattern #17 with a shortened variation as short as 5 seconds may be determined. On the other hand, even when it is determined that the first variation of the high probability/first KT state is the deviation, the second variation pattern #18 with reach may be determined. Also, when the small hit is determined as the first variation of the high probability/first KT state, the variation pattern for the second starting winning opening opening preparation (second variation pattern #19) may be determined. On the other hand, even when the small hit is determined as the first variation of the high probability/first KT state, the second variation pattern #20 with reach may be determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-4(G), when it is determined that the first variation of the high probability/first KT state is the big hit, the second variation pattern #21 with reach is determined.

In addition, when the variation display of the 2nd to 39th variation is executed after the jackpot game based on one of the probability variation big hits B to F that triggered the high probability/first KT state, the variation of the 41st to 64th variation In the case of executing the display, or in the case of executing the variable display of the 66th to 89th fluctuations, the high probability shown in FIG. 8-4(H)/the first KT and 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89. The second special symbol variation pattern table for the variation eye is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-4(H), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as the second variation after the high probability/first KT state, any of the second variation patterns #22 to #28. Will be decided.

It should be noted that, as in the case of the low probability/2-39, 41-64, or 66-89 variation of the low probability/first KT state, as shown in FIG. 8-4(H), the high probability/2-39,41 of the high probability/first KT state. ~64 or 66 to 89, when it is determined that there is a deviation, the second fluctuation pattern #22 of a shortened fluctuation whose fluctuation time is as short as 5 seconds, or the second fluctuation pattern of a shortened fluctuation whose fluctuation time is as short as 1 second. #23 may be decided. On the other hand, when it is determined that the high probability/first KT state of 2-39, 41-64, or 66-89 changes is a deviation, the second change pattern #24 with reach may be determined. Further, when it is determined that the high probability/first KT state of 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89 fluctuations is a small hit, the second fluctuation pattern #25 of a shortened fluctuation having a short fluctuation time of 5 seconds, or There is a case where the second fluctuation pattern #26 of a shortened fluctuation in which the fluctuation time is as short as 1 second is determined. On the other hand, when it is determined that the high probability/first KT state of 2 to 39, 41 to 64 or 66 to 89 variation is a small hit, the second variation pattern #27 with reach may be determined. The second variation patterns #22 and #25 are variation patterns that can be selected only when the second pending storage is not stored, and the second variation patterns #23 and #26 are one or more second pending storages stored. This is a variation pattern that can be selected only when As a result, the storage capacity is quickly consumed and the operating rate is increased. In addition, when it is determined that the big hit is the second variation after the high probability/first KT state, the second variation pattern #28 with reach is determined.

Also, when executing the case of executing the variable display of the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation after the jackpot game based on any of the probability variation jackpots B to F that triggered the high/low probability/first KT state is executed. For example, the high-probability/first KT time shown in FIG. 8-4(I) and the second special symbol variation pattern table for the 40th, 65th or 90th variation are selected to determine the variation pattern. As shown in FIG. 8-4(I), the variation of the second special symbol as the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation of the high probability/first KT state after the jackpot game based on any of the probability variation big hits B to F is finished. When the display is executed, any one of the second variation patterns #29 to #31 is determined.

In the present characteristic part 014IW, when the high probability/first KT state is controlled, at the 40th, 65th and 90th fluctuations, whether or not the high base state (first KT state) is continued, and the second KT state A battle effect (details will be described later) that indicates whether or not to move to is executed. Therefore, at the 40th, 65th, and 90th fluctuations in the high probability/first KT state, using the second special symbol fluctuation pattern table shown in FIG. 8-4(I), the shortening fluctuation is not selected and the battle effect is produced. We are trying to secure a sufficient period for execution.

In the characteristic part 014, when the low probability/first KT state or the high probability/first KT state is controlled, at the 40th, 65th, and 90th fluctuations, the second probability shown in FIG. Using the variation pattern table for the special symbol or the variation pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4(I), either the second variation pattern #14 to #16 or the second variation pattern #29 to #31 However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and a dedicated fluctuation pattern used at the 40th, 65th and 90th fluctuations may be provided. In this case, dedicated fluctuation patterns used at the 40th, 65th and 90th fluctuations are provided depending on whether the previous big hit is the big hit by the first special figure game or the big hit by the second special figure game, respectively. Alternatively, a dedicated variation pattern used at the 40th, 65th, and 90th variations corresponding to the big hit type of the last big hit may be provided.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the low probability/first KT state, and in the high probability/first KT state, it is configured to use the second special symbol variation pattern table according to the number of variations, but such a configuration Not limited to this, for example, a common second special symbol variation pattern table may be used regardless of the number of variations.

When performing the variable display of the second special symbol, if the high probability / second KT state, high probability / second KT time for the second special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 8-4 (j) Is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 8-4(j), when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability/second KT state, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns #29 to #32. ..

As shown in FIG. 8-4(j), when it is determined that there is a deviation in the high-probability/second KT state, the variation time is determined to be the second variation pattern #25 with a short variation of 1.5 seconds. There are cases where On the other hand, when the high probability/second KT state is determined to be a deviation, the second variation pattern #30 with reach may be determined. Further, when it is determined that the small hit in the high probability/second KT state, the second variation pattern #31 of the short variation with the variation time as short as 1.5 seconds is determined. In addition, when it is determined that the big hit in the high probability/second KT state, the second variation pattern #32 with reach is determined.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-3 and 8-4, a shortening fluctuation of 5 seconds or 1 second is executed in the first KT state, and a shortening fluctuation of 1.5 seconds is executed in the second KT state. However, the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, a shortening fluctuation of 5 seconds or 1 second may be executed in the low probability state, and a shortening fluctuation of 1.5 seconds may be executed in the high probability state.

Next, the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the KT state will be described. FIG. 8-5 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an opening pattern of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the KT state. Of these, FIG. 8-5(1) shows an opening pattern of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the first KT state, and FIG. 8-5(2) shows the variable winning ball device in the second KT state. The opening patterns of the device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 are shown.

First, an opening pattern of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the first KT state will be described with reference to FIG. 8-5(1). As shown in FIG. 8-5(1), when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 and the game ball is detected by the gate switch 21, the normal symbol display 20 executes the variable display of the normal symbol, When it is determined to be a normal figure, the hit symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20, and when it is determined to be off, the deviating symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20. In the feature part 014IW, since the universal figure game is 100% hit regardless of the gaming state, the normal symbol display 20 performs the variable display of the normal symbol, and the winning symbol is derived and displayed. Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1), the variation time of the normal symbol is 0.2 seconds, and the symbol confirmation time for deriving and displaying the winning symbol is 0.2 seconds. There is. Then, when the winning symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1), after the symbol fixing time of 0.2 seconds has elapsed, the second start winning opening opening pre-processing time of 0.1 seconds has elapsed. Therefore, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for 5.5 seconds, and the game ball can be won in the second starting winning port.

When the game ball is won in the second start winning port while the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and when it is determined to be a small hit, The small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. When the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.5 seconds, and the game ball is won in the special winning opening. It will be possible. However, in the first KT state, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1), the opening time of the downstream special variable winning ball device 17 is as short as 0.5 seconds, whereas the upstream variable winning ball device 17 is short. 6B has a long opening time of 5.5 seconds. Therefore, in the first KT state, although a small hit is likely to occur, it is extremely rare that a game ball is won at the special winning opening (for example, about 1 ball for every 100 variable displays).

In the first KT state, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1), after the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B is finished, the opening of the next variable winning ball device 6B can be performed by the following normal symbol. It is after elapse of at least 0.5 seconds which is the sum of the variation time of 0.2 seconds, the symbol determination time of 0.2 seconds and the second starting winning opening opening pre-processing time of 0.1 seconds. Therefore, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the first KT state, a closing period of at least 0.5 seconds is provided as an interval period after the variable winning ball device 6B is opened.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the first KT state, after the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in an open state. Normally after 0.5 seconds which is the total of the variation time of the symbol 0.2 seconds, the symbol confirmation time 0.2 seconds and the second starting winning opening opening pre-processing time 0.1 seconds, the game ball is The time required to reach the variable winning ball apparatus 6B after passing through the passage gate 41 is configured to be about 0.6 seconds. In this way, in the first KT state, the time from when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 to when the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in an open state in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, Normally, the variable winning ball device 6B is already opened because it is shorter than the time it takes for the gaming ball to reach the variable winning ball device 6B after the gaming ball passes through the passing gate 41 in a state where the symbols are not changed. The game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B while being controlled to the state. Therefore, in the first KT state, the game balls that have passed through the passage gate 41 in a state where the normal symbols are not changed are easy to win in the variable winning ball device 6B.

Next, the opening patterns of the variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the special variable winning ball apparatus 17 in the second KT state will be described with reference to FIG. 8-5(2). As shown in FIG. 8-5 (2), when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 and the game ball is detected by the gate switch 21, the normal symbol display 20 executes the variable display of the normal symbol, When it is determined to be a normal symbol, the hit symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20, and when it is determined to be out, the offset symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display device 20. In the feature part 014IW, since the universal figure game is 100% hit regardless of the gaming state, the normal symbol display 20 performs the variable display of the normal symbol, and the winning symbol is derived and displayed. Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-5(2), the variation time of the normal symbol is set to 1.0 second, and the symbol determination time for deriving and displaying the winning symbol is set to 0.2 second. There is. Then, when the winning symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIG. 8-5(2), after the symbol fixing time of 0.2 seconds has elapsed, the second start winning opening opening pre-processing time of 2.6 seconds has elapsed. From this, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for 0.2 seconds, and the game ball can be won in the second starting winning port.

When the game ball is won in the second start winning port while the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and when it is determined to be a small hit, The small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. When the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIG. 8-5(2), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.5 seconds, and the game ball is won in the special winning opening. It will be possible.

In the second KT state, unlike the first KT state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is extremely short at 0.2 seconds. Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the second KT state, at least 3.8 seconds as an interval period (closing period) after the variable winning ball device 6B is opened (normal symbol variation time 1.0 seconds + symbol determination time 0). A relatively long period of 2 seconds + second start winning opening opening pre-processing 2.6 seconds) is secured. Therefore, in the second KT state, as shown in FIG. 8-5(2), the open time of the upstream variable winning ball device 6B is short and the interval period (closed period) is long. Therefore, compared with the first KT state. It is easy for the game ball to enter the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side, and the game ball can easily enter the special winning opening.

In the second KT state, the game balls are likely to enter the special winning opening and the award balls are easily obtained. Therefore, in this example, it is also called "small hit RUSH". In the second KT state, "small hit RUSH" Characters such as “” are displayed.

In this example, the small hit occurs only when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and in the KT state, the small hit is likely to occur by increasing the frequency of the variable display of the second special symbol. By providing a first KT state in which it is more difficult to obtain a prize ball and a second KT state in which a prize ball is more likely to be obtained, a small hit RUSH (in this example, the second KT state) in which a prize ball can be expected by a small hit is realized. However, the present invention is not limited to such an aspect. For example, in both the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol and the case of executing the variable display of the second special symbol, if it is not a big hit, it is configured to be 100% small hit, It is difficult to obtain a prize ball when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the special symbol, and it is easy to obtain the prize ball when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the second special symbol. A small hit RUSH (a gaming state in which the gaming value due to the small hit in the variable display of the second special symbol is likely to increase) in which a prize ball can be expected may be realized. In this way, in some form, even if the same KT state cannot be expected to win a prize ball, it may be configured to realize a small hit RUSH state in which a prize ball can be expected.

Further, in the present characteristic portion 014IW, in the second KT state, after the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in an open state. It is after the total of 3.8 seconds which is the total of the variation time of the normal symbol of 1.0 seconds, the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds and the second starting winning opening opening pretreatment time of 2.6 seconds, and the game ball is The time required from the passage through the passage gate 41 to the arrival at the variable winning ball device 6B is about 0.6 seconds. In this way, in the second KT state, the time from when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 to when the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in an open state in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, Normally, the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state because it is longer than the time it takes for the gaming ball to reach the variable winning ball device 6B after the gaming ball passes through the passage gate 41 in a state where the symbols are not changed. The game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B before being controlled to. Therefore, in the second KT state, the game balls that have passed through the passage gate 41 in a state where the normal symbols are not changed are difficult to win in the variable winning ball device 6B.

In the characteristic part 014IW, the process of executing the variable display of the normal symbols and controlling the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B is a normal symbol process process by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103). This is performed by executing (see step S26). Further, the game control microcomputer 100, in the normal symbol process process of step S26, whether the game state is a probability change state (high probability state), whether in the non-KT state, the first KT state or the second KT state. Regardless of whether there is a big hit game state or not, it is determined with the same probability (for example, 100%) whether or not it is a normal hit. That is, in the characteristic part 014IW, it is determined to be 100% universal figure hit regardless of the state.

In the characteristic part 014IW, in the first KT state and the second KT state, the variation time of the normal symbol and the symbol determination time are the same each 0.2 seconds, and the second start winning opening opening pre-processing time is the second. A case has been shown in which the closing period (interval period) of the variable winning ball apparatus 6B is made different by shortening it to 0.1 seconds in the 1KT state and lengthening it to 2.6 seconds in the second KT state. I can't. For example, the closing period (interval period) of the variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be different by changing the variation time and the symbol determination time between the first KT state and the second KT state. Further, for example, the second start winning opening opening processing time after closing the variable winning ball device 6B is configured to be controllable, and if the second starting winning opening opening processing time is different between the first KT state and the second KT state. The variable winning ball device 6B may be configured to have a different closing period (interval period). In particular, if the closing period (interval period) of the variable winning ball device 6B in the first KT state is shortened by any of the above methods, it is possible to suppress the winning of the special winning opening in the first KT state. ..

As will be described later, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the first KT state, the high base state is controlled by setting the high base flag which indicates the high base state, and as shown in FIG. 8-5(1). As described above, the variable winning a prize ball device 6B is controlled to be opened for a long time. In the second KT state, the high base flag is not set and the low base state is controlled to control the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B as shown in FIG. 8-5(2). ing.

In addition, for example, a special flag (open extension flag) indicating that the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is extended is provided, and if the special flag is set, as shown in FIG. 8-5(1). The variable winning ball device 6B is controlled by the first opening pattern (long opening) that opens for a long time, and if the special flag is not set, the variable winning ball device 6B shown in FIG. 8-5(2) is opened for a short time. You may comprise so that it may control by a 2 opening pattern (short opening). That is, the special flag may be set only in the first KT state, and in other states including the big hit game state, the special flag may not be set.

Further, even in the first KT state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B may be shortened when the low-probability/last variation display in the first KT state is executed. For example, in the shortened fluctuation period of 40 special symbols in the low probability/first KT state, the special flag may be deleted in accordance with the 39th variation stop of the special symbol. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable with the long open state of the variable winning ball device 6B when performing the left-handed notification after the low probability/first KT state ends. be able to.

As described above, in the case of configuring the variable winning ball device 6B using the opening control flag (special flag) of the variable winning ball device 6B, a flag for shortening fluctuation of the variable display of the special symbol is further used. The variable display of the special symbol may be controlled in this case, and in this case, the special flag and the flag for shortening variation may be separately managed and controlled.

Further, the variable winning ball device 6B may be short-circuited and opened during the low probability/non-KT state. With such a configuration, when the probability of opening the variable winning ball device 6B is high in the low probability/non-KT state (left hitting state), only a few game balls are fired and operated. Thus, it is possible to prevent the variable winning ball device 6B from winning, and it is possible to prevent the right hitting operation from being performed during the low probability/non-KT state.

In the characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-5, the variation time of the normal symbol is set to a short time of 0.2 seconds. This is, for example, in the case where the variable display of the second special symbol having a relatively long variation time is executed in the first KT state, the variable winning ball is in a state in which the normal symbol is in a fluctuation stop and the normal symbol is not stored. This is because the device 6B is in a closed state, and it is possible to capture the target of the variation stop timing of the second special symbol (in the case of a small hit, if the variation time of the normal symbol is long, the passage gate) The variable winning ball device 6B does not open until the game ball that has passed through 41 reaches the variable winning ball device 6B or the special variable winning ball device 17, and the winning of the special winning opening becomes possible). On the other hand, in the characteristic part 014IW, by shortening the variation time of the normal symbol, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened before the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 and before reaching the variable winning ball device 6B. Since it is set to be started, it is possible to eliminate the capture element by the firing operation aiming at the small hit occurrence timing based on the variable display of the second special symbol in the first KT state.

8-6 and 8-7 are explanatory diagrams showing an example of the content of the effect control command sent to the effect control CPU 120. In the example shown in FIG. 8-6, commands 8000(H) to 8007(H) and 8011(H) to 8030(H) are decorations variably displayed on the image display device 5 in correspondence with the variable display of special symbols. It is a production control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of a symbol. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the variation start. Therefore, when the production control CPU 120 receives any of the commands 8000(H) to 8007(H) and 8011(H) to 8030(H), the display control variable display of the decorative display is started on the image display device 5. Control.

The command 9001 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 designation command) (deletion designation command) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is set to be off. Command 9002 (H) is a production control command (display result 2 designation command (probability variation big hit A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit A. .. The command 9003 (H) is a production control command (display result 3 designation command (probability variation big hit B designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative design designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit B. .. The command 9004 (H) is a production control command (display result 4 designation command (probability variation big hit C designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit C. .. The command 9005 (H) is a production control command (display result 5 designation command (probability variation big hit D designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit D. .. The command 9006 (H) is an effect control command (display result 6 designation command (probability variation big hit E designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit E. .. The command 9007 (H) is a production control command (display result 7 designation command (probability variation big hit F designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the probability variation big hit F designation command. .. The command 9008 (H) is an effect control command (display result 8 designation command (normal jackpot A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the normal jackpot A. .. The command 9009 (H) is an effect control command (display result 9 designation command (normal jackpot B designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the normal jackpot B. .. Command 9010 (H) is a production control command (display result 10 designation command (normal jackpot C designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is the normal jackpot C. .. The command 9011 (H) is an effect control command (display result 11 designation command (small hit A designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative design designated by the variation pattern command is the small hit A. .. The command 9012 (H) is a production control command (display result 12 designation command (small hit B designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative design designated by the variation pattern command is the small hit B. .. Command 9013 (H) is a production control command (display result 13 designation command (small hit C designation command)) that designates that the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern designated by the variation pattern command is small hit C. ..

Hereinafter, the display result 1 designation command to the display result 13 designation command may be referred to as a display result designation command. In the characteristic part 014IW, since the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the display result designation command immediately before the variation pattern command, the display control instruction command received by the production control CPU 120 immediately before the first variation pattern command is It can be determined that it is a display result designation command for the first special symbol, and the display result designation command received immediately before the second variation pattern command can be determined to be a display result designation command for the second special symbol, so the display result Although the designation command can be used for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the display result designation command for the first special symbol and the display result designation command for the second special symbol may be different.

Further, the game control microcomputer 100 does not send the display result designation command, but the probability variation big hit A/probability variation big hit B/probability variation big hit C/probability variation big hit D/probability variation big hit E/probability variation big hit F/normal big hit A/normal big hit B/normal big hit C/small hit A/small hit B/small hit C/deviation pattern commands are defined in correspondence with each, and the production control CPU 120 stops the decorative pattern based on the received fluctuation pattern command. May be determined.

Command A000 (H) is a production control command (first symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol. Command A001 (H) is a production control command (second symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol.

Command BXXX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) is a production control command sent from the big hit game start to the big hit game end. Among them, B000 (H) is an effect control command (first jackpot start designation command: first fanfare designating command) that designates the start of the first jackpot game. B001 (H) is a production control command (first jackpot end designation command: first ending designation command) that designates the end of the first jackpot game. B002 (H) is a production control command (second jackpot start designation command: second fanfare design command) that designates the start of the second jackpot game. B003 (H) is a production control command (second jackpot end designation command: second ending designation command) that designates the end of the second jackpot game. B004 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start designation command) for designating the start of the small hit game. B005 (H) is a production control command (small hit end designation command) that specifies the end of the small hit game.

Command B1XX (H) is a production control command (a special winning opening open display command) that specifies the display during the round during the big hit game. The number of rounds displayed in "XX" is set. The command B2XX(H) is a production control command (display command after opening the special winning opening) that specifies display after the round during the big hit game (display of interval between rounds).

The command B400 (H) is an effect control command (a special winning opening winning designation command) that specifies that the game ball has won in the special winning opening. The command B401 (H) is an effect control command (special winning opening winning designation command) that specifies that the game ball has won in the special winning opening.

The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first effective start winning award designating command) indicating that the game ball has won the first starting winning opening in a state where the first reserved memory number has not reached 4. The command C001 (H) is an effect control command (second effective start winning award designation command) indicating that the game ball has won the second starting winning opening in a state where the second reserved memory number has not reached 4. It should be noted that a command indicating the first reserved memory number may be transmitted as the first valid start winning award designation command, and a command indicating the second reserved memory number may be transmitted as the second valid start winning award designation command. Then, the first valid start prize designation command and the second valid start prize designation command are commands indicating that there is a start prize.

Command C801 (H) is a production control command (gate passage designation command) that designates that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41.

Command D000 (H) is a production control command (first customer) that specifies that it is in the first customer waiting state (the state in which the first special symbol is not changed and the first reserved memory is not stored). Waiting demo display designation command). Command D001 (H) is a production control command (second customer) that specifies that it is in the second customer waiting state (the state in which the second special symbol is not changed and the second hold memory is not stored). Waiting demo display designation command). The first customer waiting demonstration display designation command may be a command that can be transmitted only in the normal state. Further, the second customer waiting demonstration display designation command may be a command that can be transmitted only in the KT state.

The command E000(H) is a production control command (low probability/non-KT background designating command) for designating the background display when the gaming state is the low probability/non-KT state. Command E001 (H) is a production control command (low probability/first KT background designating command) that designates background display when the gaming state is low probability/first KT state. Command E002 (H) is a production control command (high accuracy/first KT background designating command) that designates background display when the gaming state is high probability/first KT state. The command E003 (H) is a production control command (high-accuracy/second KT background designating command) that designates background display when the game state is high probability/second KT state.

When the production control CPU 120 (specifically, the production control CPU 120) mounted on the production control board 12 receives the above-mentioned production control command from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11, 8-6 and the display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in FIG. 8-7, and the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the voice control board 13. Note that production control commands other than the production control commands shown in FIGS. 8-6 and 8-7 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12. For example, a more detailed production control command regarding a big hit game and a production control command indicating a game state (for example, a production control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the production control board 12.

8-8 and 8-9 are flowcharts showing the first special symbol normal process (step S110A) in the first special symbol process process. The state where the first special symbol normal process is executed is a case where the value of the first special symbol process flag is the value indicating step S110A. In addition, when the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S110A, it is in a state in which the variable display of the first special symbol is not made in the first special symbol display device 4A, and, This is a case where the first big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined number of times) is not being performed.

In the first special symbol normal processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first confirms the value of the first reserved storage number (step 138IWS51A). Specifically, the count value of the first reserved storage number counter is confirmed.

If the first number of reserved storages is 0, the first customer waiting demonstration display designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS52A).

If the first reserved storage number is not 0, the game control microcomputer 100 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number=1 in the first reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102, and the RAM 102. In the first random number buffer area (step 138IWS53A), decrement the value of the first reserved storage number by 1 (subtract the count value of the first reserved storage number counter by 1), and shift the contents of each storage area. (Step 138IWS54A). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number=n (n=2, 3, 4) in the first reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102 is set to the first reserved storage number=n− Stored in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective first reserved storage numbers are always consistent with the order of the first reserved storage numbers=1, 2, 3, 4. It is like this. That is, in this example, the contents of the storage areas are shifted each time the variable display start condition is satisfied, so that the order in which the random number values are extracted can be specified. In this example, the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the first reserved storage number and the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the second reserved storage number are The extraction order is also saved so that it can be specified.

After that, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a background designation command according to the current game state to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS55A). Specifically, when the probability variation flag and the high base flag are off, the low probability/non-KT state determination command is determined, and the low probability/non-KT background designation command is issued, and the probability variation flag is off and the high base flag is on. In some cases, the low probability/first KT state is determined, and the low probability/first KT background designation command is set. When the certainty variation flag is on and the high base flag is on, it is high probability/first KT state. If the probability variation flag is on and the high base flag is off, the high probability/second KT background designating command is determined to be the high probability/second KT state, and the high probability/second KT background designating command is determined. Send.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the big hit of the second special symbol is changing (step 138IWS56A). Specifically, when the second big hit flag indicating that the big hit is based on the variable display of the second special symbol is set, it is determined that the big hit of the second special symbol is changing. If it is determined that the big bonus of the second special symbol is changing, the process proceeds to step 014IWS001A without performing the processing of step 138IWS57A and thereafter. As a result, when the variation of the first special symbol is started during the variation of the big hit of the second special symbol, it is forcibly deviated regardless of whether or not the jackpot determination value is stored.

The method of forcibly disengaging is not limited to the above. For example, when the big hit variation of the second special symbol is in step 138IWS56A, a process of setting a random number value (fixed value) that is out of alignment as a random number for hit determination is performed, and the process proceeds to step 138IWS58A, which causes a winning prize at any time. It may be forcibly deviated regardless of whether or not the random number for hit determination has been acquired.

In addition to the jackpot determination, in the gaming machine that performs the jackpot determination for determining whether or not to make a jackpot, when the jackpot variation of the second special symbol is in step 138IWS56A, steps 138IWS57A to 138IWS62A Without performing the process of, the random number value (fixed value) that is out of place as a random number for hit determination (may be the same random number as the random number for hit determination used in the big hit determination or may be a completely different random number) By setting and performing the small hit determination, the small hit determination may be forcibly disregarded regardless of which random number for the hit determination is acquired at the time of winning the start prize.

When the big hit of the second special symbol is not changing, the game controlling microcomputer 100 reads the hit judging random number from the first random number storing buffer (step 138IWS57A), and executes the big hit judging module (step 138IWS58A). The big hit determination module is a program that decides to make a big hit if the random number for hit determination coincides with a predetermined big hit determination value. In addition, in step 138IWS58A, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit by using either the non-probability variation big jackpot determination table or the probability variation big jackpot determination table in consideration of the game state. When it is determined to be a big hit (step 138IWS59A), the game controlling microcomputer 100 sets a first big hit flag indicating that the big hit is to be a big hit based on the variable display of the first special symbol (step 138IWS60A). .. Then, based on the hit type determination random number, it is determined whether the big hit type is a probability variation big hit A to F or a normal big hit A to C (step 138IWS61A), the big hit type is stored (step 138IWS62A), and the process goes to step 014IWS001A. Transition.

If the big hit is not made in step 138IWS59A, the game control microcomputer 100 executes the small hit determination module (step 138IWS63A). The small hitting determination module is a program that decides to make a small hit if the random number for hitting determination (may be a random number for small hitting determination) matches a predetermined small hitting determination value. When it is determined to be a small hit (step 138IWS64A), the game control microcomputer 100 sets a first small hit flag indicating that the small hit will be made based on the variable display of the first special symbol ( Step 138IWS65A). In addition, the small hit type is any of small hit A, small hit B and small hit C based on the random number for hit type determination (may be a random number for small hit type determination different from the random number for large hit type determination). Is determined (step 138IWS66A), the small hit type is stored (step 138IWS67A), and the process proceeds to step 014IWS001A.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-1(B), since the small hit determination value for the first special symbol 138IW130b is not assigned a small hit determination value, in step 138IWS63A, game control The microcomputer 100 for use determines with 100% probability not to make a small hit (not to make a small hit).

Not limited to the processing mode shown in this example, for example, when it is decided not to make a big hit, the process unconditionally proceeds to step 014IWS001A without performing a lottery process as to whether or not to make a small hit. By doing so, it may be configured such that the probability is 100%. With such a configuration, the processing of steps 138IWS63A to S67A becomes unnecessary. Further, when it is decided not to make a big hit, it may be decided to make a small hit with a low probability.

In step 014IWS001A, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the high base number counter indicating the remaining number of times in the high base state is “0”, and when the value is “0” (Y in step 014IWS001A), advances to step 014IWS009A. Transition. When the value of the high base number counter is not "0", that is, when the high probability/first KT state or the high probability/first KT state is controlled and the first transition condition is set, the CPU 103 determines that the high base The value of the frequency counter is decremented by "1" (step 014IWS002A), and it is determined whether or not it has become "0" (step 014IWS003A). When the value of the high base number counter does not become "0", the processing proceeds to step 014IWS009A, and when the value of the high base number counter becomes "0", the CPU 103 indicates that it is in the high base state. The high base flag is reset (step 014IWS004A). Further, the CPU 103 sets an extension flag indicating that the control similar to that in the high base state is extended with respect to the ordinary electric accessory (step 014IWS005A).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second KT shift flag indicating that the shift from the first KT state to the second KT state is set when the set shift condition is satisfied (step 014IWS006A). When the second KT shift flag is not set, the CPU 103 resets the special symbol time saving flag indicating that the variable display shortening control of the special symbol is being performed (step 014IWS007A). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS009A. On the other hand, when the second KT shift flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the second KT shift flag (step 014IWS008A). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS009A.

In the feature section 014IW, the high base flag is set and the number of times of execution of the variable display in the high base state is managed. It is usually a low probability/high base state at the end of the big hit game based on one of the big hits A to C. Controlled to (low probability/first KT state) and displaying variable display 40 times, 65 times or 90 times, and high probability/high base at the end of the big hit game based on any of the probability variation big hits B to F. This is the case where the variable display is performed 40 times, 65 times, or 90 times under the control of the state (high probability/first KT state).

Then, after the big hit game based on the normal big hit A, if the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is controlled, the 90th variation display is executed, and the big hit game based on the normal big hit B is played. When the 65th variation display is executed when the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is controlled after the end of, the low probability/high base state after the completion of the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot C When the variable display is performed for the 40th time when the (low probability/first KT state) is controlled, it is determined to be Y in steps 014IWS003A and S003B, the high base flag is reset in steps 014IWS004A and S004B, and The special figure time saving flag is also reset in 014IWS007A, S007B, and the state shifts to the low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)).

Also, if the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled after the big hit game based on any of the probability variation big hits B, E, and F is performed, the 90th variation display is executed, If the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled after the jackpot game based on the probability variation big hit C is executed, the 65th variation display is executed, and the jackpot game based on the probability variation big hit D ends. When the high-probability/high-base state (high-probability/first KT state) is controlled later, if the 40th variation display is executed, Y is determined in steps 014IWS003A and S003B, and the high-base flag is determined in steps 014IWS004A and S004B. While the special figure time saving flag is not reset, the state shifts to the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state).

In step 014IWS009A, the CPU 103, if the first small hit flag is set (Y in step 014IWS009A), the CPU 103 indicates the number of small hits indicating the number of occurrences of the small hit game state required to establish the second transition condition. It is determined whether or not the value of the counter is "0" (step 014IWS010A), and if it is "0", that is, if the second transition condition is not set, the process proceeds to step 138IWS68A. When the value of the small hit number counter is not "0", that is, after the big hit game based on one of the probability variation big hits E and F, the high probability/first KT state (first KT state B) is controlled and the second shift is made. If the condition is set, the CPU 103 subtracts "1" from the value of the small hit number counter (step 014IWS011A), and determines whether or not the value is "0" (step 014IWS012A). When the value of the small hit number counter does not become "0", the process proceeds to step 138IWS68A, and when it becomes "0", the CPU 103 resets the high base flag (step 014IWS013A) and sets the extension flag. (Step 014IWS014A), the second KT shift flag is reset (step 014IWS015A). Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS68A.

In the present characteristic part 014IW, the high base flag is set and the number of times of occurrence of the small hitting game state in the high base state is managed. The high probability/highness at the end of the big hitting game based on either the probability variation big hitting E or F. This is the case where the base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled.

Then, if the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled after the jackpot game based on one of the probability variation big hits E, if the 30th small hit game state occurs, the probability change When the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled after the big hit game based on the big hit F, when the 70th small hit game state occurs, Y is set in step 014IWS012A, S012B. While it is determined that the high base flag is reset in steps 014IWS013A and S013B, the special figure time saving flag is not reset, and the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered.

Then, in step 138IWS68A, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern setting process (step 138IWS68A). Although illustration is omitted, the symbol to be stopped is determined immediately before step 138IWS68A.

In the feature section 014IW, when the variable display of the number of times (40th, 65th or 90th) corresponding to the set first transition condition is started by the processing of steps 014IWS001A to 014IWS015A in the first special symbol normal processing , Or the high base flag is reset when the variable display, which is the small hit of the 30th or 70th time corresponding to the set second transition condition, is started, and the high base state is changed to the low base state. Is configured to. On the other hand, in the feature part 014IW, during the 40th, 65th and 90th fluctuation display in the high base state, a battle indicating whether or not the high base state is continued and whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH The effect (details will be described later) is configured to be executed. Therefore, for example, when the high base flag is reset at the start of the 40th, 65th, and 90th fluctuations and the operation mode of the ordinary electric auditors (specifically, the pre-opening time or the opening time) changes, before the battle effect ends. In addition, the player may recognize that the high base state will end. Therefore, in the characteristic part 014IW, the high base flag is reset in steps 014IWS004A and S013A, the extension flag is set in steps 014IWS005A and S014A, and when the extension flag is set, the normal symbol stop processing described later is performed. In steps 138IWS3704 to S3706 and in steps 138IWS3803 to S3705 of the normal electric accessory release preprocessing, the same control as in the high base state is performed regarding the opening of the normal electric auditors. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from being aware that the high base state will end. The extension flag is reset in step 138IW2014A of the first special symbol stop processing.

Not limited to the configuration shown by the characteristic part 014IW, when the variable display of the number of times (40th, 65th or 90th) corresponding to the set first transition condition is ended, or the set second state is set. The high base flag is reset when the variable display (or the small hit game state) which is the small hit of the number of times (30th or 70th) corresponding to the shift condition is finished, and the high base state is changed to the low base state. It may be configured to do so.

8-10 is a flowchart showing a first variation pattern setting process (step S111A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first variation pattern setting process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first determines whether or not the special symbol time saving flag indicating that the variation display of the special symbol is being shortened is set. It is confirmed (step 138IWS1700A). In this example, the special symbol time saving flag is set and the shortening control of the variable display of the special symbol is performed, which makes it advantageous to execute the variable display of the second special symbol (FIG. 8-2). (See FIGS. 8-4), since a small hit is likely to occur, the KT state is controlled. If the special figure time saving flag is not set (that is, not in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 is a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern, which is not shown in FIG. 8-2(A). The variation pattern table for the first special symbol for KT time is selected (step 138IWS1701A). If the special figure time saving flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100, as a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern, KT shown in FIG. A variation pattern table for the first special symbol for time is selected (step 138IWS1702A).

Next, the game control microcomputer 100, based on the variation pattern table determined in step 138IWS1701A, S1702A and the variation pattern determination random number stored in the first special symbol determination buffer, Which of the fluctuation patterns shown in FIG. 8B is to be determined (step 138IWS1703A). In this example, the variation time of the first special symbol is determined by determining the variation pattern. Further, after determining the variation time, the variation pattern in which the determined variation time is set may be selected from a plurality of variation patterns.

When the variation pattern is determined, the game control microcomputer 100 controls to transmit a variation pattern command indicating the determined variation pattern to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS1704A).

In addition, when the variation time (variation pattern) of the first special symbol is determined in step 138IWS1703A, the game control microcomputer 100 sets variation time data indicating the determined variation time in the first variation time timer and the variation time. While starting the measurement of (step 138IWS1705A), the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A is started (step 138IWS1706A). Then, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol variation process (step 138IWS1707A).

8-11 is a flowchart showing a first special symbol variation process (step S112A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first special symbol variation process, the CPU 103, first, if not yet transmitted, based on the determination result of whether or not to be a big hit, and the determination result of the big hit type, production control of any display result designation command The control for transmitting to the CPU 120 for use is performed (step 138IWS1120A).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the fluctuation interruption flag indicating that the fluctuation display of the currently executing first special symbol is interrupted (interruption of measurement of fluctuation time) is set (step 138IWS1121A), and set. If not, the first fluctuation time timer is decremented by 1 (step 138IWS1122A), and when the first fluctuation time timer times out (step 138IWS1123A), control for transmitting a symbol finalization designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed (step 138IWS1124A). ). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (step S113A) (step 138IWS1125A).

When the first fluctuation time timer has not timed out, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 138IWS1126A). Whether or not the big hit symbol is displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is, for example, the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop process, It can be determined by checking whether or not the second big hit flag indicating that the big hit is to be set on the basis of the variable display of the second special symbol. If the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the CPU 103 shifts to step 138IWS1124A and performs control to send a symbol finalization designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS1124A), and The value of the 1 special symbol process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (step S113A) (step 138IWS1125A).

When the big hit symbol is not derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 138IWS1127A). ). Whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is, for example, the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop process. , It can be determined by checking whether or not the second small hit flag that indicates a small hit is set on the basis of the variable display of the second special symbol. If the small-hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit of the first special symbol is changing (step 138IWS1128A), and if the big hit is changing. , The control proceeds to step 138IWS1124A and sends a symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS1124A), and the value of the first special symbol process flag corresponds to the first special symbol stop process (step S113A). The value is updated (step 138IWS1125A). Further, before executing the processing of step 138IWS1125A, the CPU 103 resets the first jackpot flag. On the other hand, if the big hit of the first special symbol is not fluctuating, the CPU 103 sets the fluctuation interruption flag (step 138IWS1129A).

When the fluctuation interruption flag is set in step 138IWS1121A, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit symbol is being derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 138IWS1130A), and the small hit symbol. If is not derived and displayed, the fluctuation interruption flag is reset (step 138IWS1131A).

By performing the processing of step 138IWS1126A, in the present feature portion 014IW, if the variable display of the second special symbol becomes a big hit during the variable display of the first special symbol, the variable display of the first special symbol is forced. The special special symbols and the second special symbols are stopped at the same time so that a big hit does not occur. Further, by performing the processing of steps 138IWS1127A to 138IWS1128A, if the variable display of the second special symbol is a small hit while the variable display of the first special symbol that is a big hit is being executed, the variable display of the first special symbol is displayed. Is forcibly stopped, and when a small hit occurs as the display result of the variable display of the second special symbol, a situation in which a big hit occurs as the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol does not occur. There is. In this case, on the CPU 120 side for effect control, when the variable display of the first special symbol is forcedly disengaged, the variable display result of the decorative symbol is based on the display result 1 designation command transmitted in step S111A. As for, the control is forcibly disengaged so that the symbols are stopped and displayed.

In addition, by performing the processing of steps 138IWS1127A to 138IWS1129A, in the present characteristic portion 014IW, if the variable display of the second special symbol is a small hit while the variable display of the deviating first special symbol is being executed, it is executed. It is configured to interrupt the variable display of the first special symbol (interrupt measurement of the variable time). If a small hit is provided as the display result of the variable display of the first special symbol, if the variable display of the first special symbol is a big hit or a small hit during the execution of the variable display of the second special symbol. The variable display of the second special symbol may be forcibly stopped or interrupted (measurement of the fluctuation time may be interrupted).

If the big hit symbol is not derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (N of step 138IWS1125A), the process is ended as it is.

8-12 is a flowchart showing a first special symbol stop process. In the first special symbol stop processing, first, the CPU 103 resets the extension flag if set (step 138IWS2014A), and causes the first special symbol display device 4A to derive and display the stop symbol of the first special symbol (step 138IWS2015A). ). Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first jackpot flag is set (step 138IWS2016A). When the first big hit flag is set, the CPU 103 indicates that the big hit signal 1 (a signal indicating that a big hit game is in progress) and the big hit signal 2 (a signal indicating that a long-distance game is in progress) are externally output. The big hit signal output flag is set (step 138IWS2022A). In the characteristic part 014IW, the information output process (step S23) is executed based on the fact that the big hit signal output flag is set in step 138IWS2022A, and the big output signal 1 is started to be output to the hall computer externally. If it is not during the external output of, the external output of the jackpot signal 2 to the hall computer is started.

Next, the CPU 103 sets a special winning opening pre-opening timer (step 138IWS2024A), sets round 1 opening pattern data according to the big hit type (step 138IWS2025A), and sets "1" to a round number counter indicating the number of big hits. Is set (step 138IWS2026A), and the value of the first special figure process flag is set to a value corresponding to the first gate passage waiting process (step 138IWS2027A).

When the first big hit flag is not set (N in step 138IWS2016A), the CPU 103 determines whether the first small hit flag is set (step 014IWS050A).

When the first small hit flag is set (Y in step 014IWS050A), the CPU 103 sets the special winning opening pre-opening timer (step 014IWS051A) and sets the special winning opening opening pattern data according to the small hit type. It is set (step 014IWS052A), a small hit start designation command is transmitted (step 014IWS053A), and the value of the first special figure process flag is set to a value corresponding to the first small hit opening preprocessing (step 014IWS054A).

When the first small hit flag is not set (N in step 014IWS050A), the CPU 103 sets the value of the first special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal processing (step 138IWS2028A).

In addition, in this example, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed with the first special symbol, it is configured to be able to execute a right hitting notification that prompts the player to shoot a game ball to the right of the game area. There is. In addition, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed with the first special symbol, as a right hit notification, it is possible to execute a launch promotion notification that prompts the player to shoot the game ball aiming at the passage gate 41. ing.

However, in this example, in the state where the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, the right-handing notification and the launch promotion information are not executed, and in the state, the right-handing notification is given when the game ball wins the first starting winning opening. Or to execute a launch promotion notification (in this case, because it is in a gate passage waiting state, even if the game ball wins the first start winning opening, the variable display of the first special symbol does not start immediately, and the first reserved memory Will be).

On the contrary, when the passage of the game ball at the passage gate 41 is detected in the normal state (low probability/non-KT state), the degree of recognition is low (for example, sound output of small volume or small screen display). Thus, it may be configured to perform a left-hand hit notification that prompts the player to shoot a game ball to the left of the game area. On the other hand, in the normal state (low probability/non-KT state), when the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening or the special winning opening is detected, a mode in which the degree of recognition is high (for example, a large volume sound output or The left-handed notification may be performed by a large screen display). With such a configuration, it is possible to accurately notify the launch. In particular, with the above configuration, for the player who accidentally shoots the game ball to the right of the game area, while performing a slight left-handing notification while the recognition degree to the surroundings of the game machine is low. For a player who intentionally performs a right-handed operation, left-handed notification may be performed in a mode in which the degree of recognition of the surroundings of the gaming machine is high. With such a configuration, the player who intentionally performs the right-handing operation can be urged by the clerk of the game store to return to the left-handing operation.

Further, in the above case, the left-handed notification may be performed when the number of game balls detected at the passage gate 41, the second starting winning opening, and the special winning opening reaches a certain number. In addition, in the passage gate 41, when a game ball is detected a plurality of times (for example, 5 times) within a predetermined period (for example, 1 minute), a left-hand hit notification is given, and the second start winning opening and the special winning opening are more than a predetermined number. Even if a small number of game balls (for example, one) or more are detected, left-handed notification may be performed.

For example, when the production control CPU 120 receives the gate passage designation command in the normal state (low probability state), the left-handed notification process is executed, and the first effective start A winning designation command and the big hit symbol are stopped and displayed. When the general winning a prize winning designation command is received, the right-handed notification processing may be executed.

Further, for example, while the external signal is not output in the detection of the game ball at the passage gate 41, the external signal is output in the detection of the game ball at the second start winning opening or the special winning opening. May be.

The characteristic part 014IW displays a demo when a specific condition is satisfied. When the winning of the game ball is detected, the execution of the demonstration display that has been executed may be ended and the left-handed notification may be performed.

8-13 is a flowchart showing a first gate passage waiting process (step S114A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first gate passage waiting process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is input (step 138IWS2501A). If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 has not been input, the processing is ended as it is. If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is input, the CPU 103, if set, resets the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state, the high base flag, the special drawing time saving flag, and the second KT transition flag. The values of the high base number counter and the small hit number counter are cleared to 0 (step 138IWS2504A). Next, the CPU 103 transmits a first big hit start designation command (step 138IWS2505A), and sets the value of the first special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the first big hit opening preprocessing (step 138IWS2506A).

In the feature section 014IW, the first gate passage waiting process is executed, so that the big hit game is not started immediately when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the variation display result of the first special symbol, but the passage gate 41 The game ball has passed, and is configured to shift to the big hit game on condition that it is detected by the gate switch 21.

8-14 and 8-15 are flowcharts showing the first jackpot end process (step S118A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first big hit ending process, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the big hit end display timer is set (step 138IWS2200A), and when the big hit end display timer is set, moves to step 138IWS2204A. When the big hit end display timer is not set, the first big hit flag is reset (step 138IWS2201A), and control for transmitting the first big hit end designation command is performed (step 138IWS2202A). Then, the jackpot end display timer is set to a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is being performed on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) (step 138IWS2203A), and the process is ended.

In step 138IWS2204A, the value of the jackpot end display timer is decremented by 1 (step 138IWS2204A). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether the value of the big hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether the big hit end display time has elapsed (step 138IWS2205A). If not, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 138IWS2205A), the CPU 103 checks whether or not the type of the jackpot that has ended this time is the probability variation jackpot A (step 138IWS2206A). Whether or not the probability variation big hit A can be determined by, for example, checking the big hit type stored in step 138IWS62A of the first special symbol normal processing. If the probability variation big hit A, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state and shifts to the probability variation state (high probability state) (step 138IWS2207A), and is under the control of shortening the variation display of the special symbol. The special figure time saving flag indicating that is set and the state shifts to the KT state (step 138IWS2208A). Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223A. In the case of the probability variation big hit A, the high base flag is not set, so the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is controlled.

If it is not the probability variation big hit A, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the type of the jackpot completed this time is one of probability variation big hits B to F (step 014IWS100A). Whether or not the probability variation big hit B to F can be determined by, for example, checking the big hit type stored in step 138IWS62A of the first special symbol normal processing. If any of the probability variation big hits B to F, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag and shifts to the probability variation state (high probability state) (step 014IWS101A), and sets the high base flag to shift to the high base state. (Step 014IWS102A), further, the special figure time saving flag is set and the state shifts to the KT state (step 014IWS103A). Therefore, in the case of any of the probability variation big hits B to F, it is controlled to a high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state).

Further, the CPU 103 sets a value of 90, 65 or 40 in the high base number counter according to the type of big hit (step 014IWS104A). Specifically, when the probability variation big hit B, E, or F is set, the high base number counter is set to "90", and when the probability variation big hit C is set, the high base number counter is set to "65". If the probability variation big hit D is set, "40" is set in the high base number counter. Further, the CPU 103 sets the second KT shift flag (step 014IWS015A).

Further, when the type of the big hit that has ended this time is one of probability variation big hits E and F (Y in step 014IWS106A), the CPU 103 sets a value of 30 or 70 in the small hit number counter according to the big hit type. (Step 014IWS107A). Specifically, in the case of the probability variation big hit E, the small hit number counter is set to "30", and in the case of the probability variation big hit F, the small hit number counter is set to "70". Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223A.

By the processing of steps 014IWS100A to S105A, in the case of any of the probability variation big hits BF, the high base number counter and the second KT shift flag are set. That is, the first transition condition is set. Therefore, after the big hit game based on any of the probability variation big hits B to F, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled, and the value of the high base number counter is 0 in the subsequent variable display. Therefore, it is determined as N in step 014IWS001A of the first special symbol stop processing, and the subtraction processing of the high base number counter of step 014IWS002A is performed. The high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the set first transition condition is satisfied. When the set first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is transitioned to the second KT state.

Further, by the processing of steps 014IWS106A to S107A, if the probability variation is either big hit E or F, the small hit number counter is further set. That is, the second transition condition is also set. Therefore, among the probability variation big hits B to F, in the case of probability variation big hits E and F, it is controlled to a high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, and when a small hit occurs thereafter. Since the value of the small hit number counter is not 0, it is determined as N in step 014IWS010A of the first special symbol stop process, and the small hit number counter subtraction process of step 014IWS011A is performed. The high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the set transition condition of either the first transition condition or the second transition condition is satisfied. Will be done. When either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is transitioned to the second KT state. With such a configuration, if any of the probability variation big hits B to D, the first KT state A is controlled, and if any of the probability variation big hits E and F, the first KT state B is controlled. Will be done.

If none of the probability variation big hits B to F (that is, if any of the normal big hits A to C), the CPU 103 sets the high base flag and shifts to the high base state (step 014IWS108A), and the special figure. The time saving flag is set and the state shifts to the KT state (step 014IWS109A). Further, the CPU 103 sets a value of 90, 65 or 40 in the high base number counter according to the type of big hit (step 014IWS110A). Specifically, in the case of the normal big hit A, "90" is set in the high base count counter, in the case of the normal big hit B, "65" is set in the high base count counter, and in the case of the normal big hit C , The high base frequency counter is set to "40". Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223A. Therefore, in the case of any one of the normal jackpots A to C, the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is controlled. Further, in the case of any one of the normal jackpots A to C, a value is set in the high base number counter (that is, the first transition condition is set), and in the subsequent variable display, the high base number counter is displayed. Since the value is not 0, it is determined as N in step 014IWS001A of the first special symbol stop processing, and the subtraction processing of the high base number counter of step 014IWS002A is performed. Then, the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the first transition condition is satisfied. When the first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is transitioned to the non-KT state.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal process (step S110A) (step 138IWS2223A).

8-16 and 8-17 are flowcharts showing the second special symbol normal processing in the second special symbol process processing. The state in which the second special symbol normal process is executed is a case where the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value indicating the second special symbol normal process. In addition, when the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value indicating the second special symbol normal processing, it is a state in which the variable display of the second special symbol is not made in the second special symbol display device 4B. In addition, it is a case where neither the second big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined number of times) nor the small hit game (the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened) is being played.

In the second special symbol normal processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first confirms the value of the second reserved storage number (step 138IWS51B). Specifically, the count value of the second reserved storage number counter is confirmed.

If the second hold storage number is 0, the second customer waiting demo display designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS52B).

If the second reserved memory number is not 0, the game control microcomputer 100 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number=1 in the second reserved memory number buffer of the RAM102, and the RAM102. Stored in the second random number buffer area (step 138IWS53B), decrement the value of the second reserved storage number by 1 (subtract the count value of the second reserved storage number counter by 1), and shift the contents of each storage area. (Step 138IWS54B). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number=n (n=2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102 is set to the second reserved storage number=n−. Stored in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which the random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the respective second reserved storage numbers are extracted always matches the order of the second reserved storage numbers=1, 2, 3, 4. It is like this. That is, in this example, the contents of the storage areas are shifted each time the variable display start condition is satisfied, so that the order in which the random number values are extracted can be specified.

After that, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a background designation command according to the current game state to the effect control CPU 120 (step 138IWS55B). The specific method of transmitting the background designating command is the same as the processing shown in step 138IWS55A of the first special symbol normal processing.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the big hit of the first special symbol is changing (step 138IWS56B). Specifically, it is determined that the big hit of the first special symbol is changing when the first big hit flag indicating that the big hit is set based on the variable display of the first special symbol. If it is determined that the big jackpot of the first special symbol is changing, the process proceeds to step 014IWS001B without performing the processing of step 138IWS57B and subsequent steps. As a result, when the variation of the second special symbol is started during the variation of the big hit of the first special symbol, it is forcibly disengaged regardless of whether or not the big hit determination value is stored.

The method of forcibly disengaging is not limited to the above. For example, when the big hit of the first special symbol is changing in step 138IWS56B, a process of setting a random number value (fixed value) that is out of alignment as a random number for hit determination is performed, and the process proceeds to step 138IWS58B, which causes a start winning prize. It may be forcibly deviated regardless of whether the random number for hit determination has been acquired.

In addition, when the big hit variation of the first special symbol in step 138IWS56B, without performing the processing of step 138IWS57B~S62B, the random number for hit determination (a random number common to the hit determination random number used for big hit determination The random number value (fixed value) may be set as a random number (fixed value) and a small hit determination may be performed, regardless of which hit determination random number was acquired at the time of winning the start prize. Instead, it may be forcibly removed.

When the big hit of the first special symbol is not changing, the game controlling microcomputer 100 reads the hit judging random number from the second random number storage buffer (step 138IWS57B) and executes the big hit judging module (step 138IWS58B). The big hit determination module is a program that decides to make a big hit if the random number for hit determination coincides with a predetermined big hit determination value. In addition, in step 138IWS58B, in consideration of the game state, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit, using either the non-probability change big hit judgment table or the probability change big hit judgment table. When it is determined to be a big hit (step 138IWS59B), the game control microcomputer 100 sets a second big hit flag indicating that it is a big hit based on the variable display of the second special symbol (step 138IWS60B). .. Then, based on the hit type determination random number, it is determined whether the big hit type is a probability variation big hit A to F or a normal big hit A to C (step 138IWS61B), the big hit type is stored (step 138IWS62B), and to step 014IWS001B. Transition.

If the big hit is not made in step 138IWS59B, the game control microcomputer 100 executes the small hit determination module (step 138IWS63B). The small hitting determination module is a program that decides to make a small hit if the random number for hitting determination (may be a random number for small hitting determination) matches a predetermined small hitting determination value. When it is determined to be a small hit (step 138IWS64B), the game control microcomputer 100 sets a second small hit flag indicating that a small hit will be made based on the variable display of the second special symbol ( Step 138IWS65B). In addition, the small hit type is any of small hit A, small hit B and small hit C based on the random number for hit type determination (may be a random number for small hit type determination different from the random number for large hit type determination). (Step 138IWS66B), the small hit type is stored (step 138IWS67B), and the process proceeds to step 014IWS001B.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-1(C), if the small hit determination table 138IW130c for the second special symbol is not determined to be a big hit, it is determined to be a small hit. In addition, although it is configured so that it may be out of sync, if the big hit is not decided, the small hit may be decided with a probability of 100%. In this case, it is not limited to the processing mode shown in this example. For example, when it is decided not to make a big hit, the second hit is unconditionally performed without performing a lottery process as to whether or not to make a small hit. The small hit flag may be set to make a small hit with a probability of 100%. With such a configuration, the processing of steps 138IWS63B to S67B becomes unnecessary. Further, when it is decided not to make a big hit, it may be decided to make a deviation with a low probability.

In step 014IWS001B, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the high base number counter is “0”, and when the value is “0” (Y in step 014IWS001B), the process proceeds to step 014IWS009B. When the value of the high base number counter is not "0", that is, when the high probability/first KT state or the high probability/first KT state is controlled and the first transition condition is set, the CPU 103 determines that the high base The value of the frequency counter is decremented by "1" (step 014IWS002B), and it is determined whether or not it has become "0" (step 014IWS003B). When the value of the high base number counter does not become "0", the processing proceeds to step 014IWS009B, and when the value of the high base number counter becomes "0", the CPU 103 resets the high base flag (step 014IWS004B) and the extension flag is set (step 014IWS005B).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second KT shift flag is set (step 014IWS006B). When the second KT shift flag is not set, the CPU 103 resets the special figure time saving flag (step 014IWS007B). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS009B. On the other hand, if the second KT shift flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the second KT shift flag (step 014IWS008B). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS009B.

In step 014IWS009B, when the first small hit flag is set (Y in step 014IWS009B), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the small hit number counter is “0” (step 014IWS010B), which is “0”, that is, when the second transition condition is not set, the process proceeds to step 138IWS68B. When the value of the small hit number counter is not "0", that is, after the big hit game based on one of the probability variation big hits E and F, the high probability/first KT state (first KT state B) is controlled and the second shift is made. When the condition is set, the CPU 103 subtracts "1" from the value of the small hit number counter (step 014IWS011B), and determines whether or not the value is "0" (step 014IWS012B). When the value of the small hit number counter does not become "0", the process proceeds to step 138IWS68B, and when it becomes "0", the CPU 103 resets the high base flag (step 014IWS013B) and sets the extension flag. Then (step 014IWS014B), the second KT shift flag is reset (step 014IWS015B). Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS68B.

Then, in step 138IWS68B, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the second variation pattern setting process (step 138IWS68B). Although illustration is omitted, the symbol to be stopped is determined immediately before step 138IWS68B.

The second variation pattern setting process is the same as the first variation pattern setting process (step S111A) shown in FIG. 8-10. That is, in the first variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 8-10, the second variation pattern process is explained by replacing “first” with “second”. However, in the second variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 first performs the same process as in step 138IWS1700A, and confirms whether the special figure time saving flag is set. If the special figure time saving flag is not set (that is, not in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 is a variation pattern table for determining a variation pattern, which is not shown in FIG. 8-3(C). The variation pattern table for the second special symbol for KT time is selected. If the special figure time saving flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 changes depending on whether or not the probability variation flag and the high base flag are set, and the number of variations. As the variation pattern table for determining the pattern, the variation pattern table for the second special symbol for any of the KT times shown in FIGS. 8-3(D) to 8-4(j) is selected. For example, if the probability variation flag is off and the high base flag is on (low probability/first KT state), if it is the first variation, the variation pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-3(D) 2 to 39, 41-64 or 66-89 after the big hit game based on one of the normal big hits A to C is selected, the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-3(E) If you are 40, 65 or 90 fluctuations after you have selected the fluctuation pattern table for use and usually ended the big hit game based on any of the big hits A to C, the fluctuation for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-3(F) Select a pattern table. Also, for example, if both the probability variation flag and the high base flag are on (high probability/first KT state), if it is the first variation, variation for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4(G) Select the pattern table, if the 2nd to 39th, 41st to 64th or 66 to 89th variation, select the second special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 8-4(H), and the 40th, 65th or 90th variation If so, the variable pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-4 (I) is selected. Further, for example, if the probability variation flag is on and the high base flag is off (high probability/second KT state), the second special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 8-4(j) is selected.

The second special symbol variation process is the same as the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) shown in FIG. 8-11. That is, in the first special symbol variation process shown in FIG. 8-11, if "first" is read as "second", the second special symbol variation process is explained. In the feature part 014IW, since a small hit is not provided as a display result of the variable display of the first special symbol, in the second special symbol variation process, among the first special symbol variation process shown in FIG. 8-11. The processes corresponding to step 138IW1121A and step 138IW1127A to step 138IW1131A may be omitted.

8-18 is a flowchart showing a second special symbol stop process. In the second special symbol stop processing, first, the CPU 103 resets the extension flag if set (step 138IWS2014B), and causes the second special symbol display device 4B to derive and display the stop symbol of the second special symbol (step 138IWS2015B). ). Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second jackpot flag is set (step 138IWS2016B). When the second big hit flag is set, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the special drawing time saving flag is set (step 138IWS2021B). If the special figure time saving flag is not set (that is, not in the KT state), the process directly proceeds to step 138IWS2024B.

If the special figure time saving flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the CPU 103 sets the big hit signal output flag (step 138IWS2022B). In the characteristic part 014IW, the information output process (step S23) is executed based on the fact that the big hit signal output flag is set in step 138IWS2022B, and the big output signal 1 is started to be output to the hall computer externally. If it is not during the external output of, the external output of the jackpot signal 2 to the hall computer is started.

Next, the CPU 103 sets a special winning opening pre-opening timer (step 138IWS2024B), sets round 1 opening pattern data according to the big hit type (step 138IWS2025B), and sets "1" in the round number counter (step 138IWS2026B) and the value of the second special process flag is set to a value corresponding to the second gate passage waiting process (step 138IWS2027B).

If the second jackpot flag is not set (N in step 138IWS2016B), the CPU 103 determines whether the second jackpot flag is set (step 014IWS050B).

When the second small hit flag is set (Y in step 014IWS050B), the CPU 103 sets the special winning opening pre-opening timer (step 014IWS051B) and sets the special winning opening opening pattern data according to the small hit type. It is set (step 014IWS052B), a small hit start designation command is transmitted (step 014IWS053B), and the value of the second special figure process flag is set to a value corresponding to the second small hit opening preprocessing (step 014IWS054B).

When the second small hit flag is not set (N in step 014IWS050B), the CPU 103 sets the value of the second special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the second special symbol normal processing (step 138IWS2028B).

8-19 is a flowchart showing a second gate passage waiting process in the second special symbol process process. In the second gate passage waiting process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is input (step 138IWS2501B). If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 has not been input, the processing is ended as it is. If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is input, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the special drawing time saving flag is set (step 138IWS2502B). If the special figure time saving flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the process directly proceeds to step 138IWS2504B.

If the special figure time saving flag is not set (that is, not in the KT state), the CPU 103 sets the big hit signal output flag (step 138IWS2503B). In the characteristic part 014IW, based on the fact that the big hit signal output flag is set in step 138IWS2503B, the information output process (step S23) is executed, and the big output signal 1 is started to be output to the hall computer. If the external output is not being performed, the external output of the jackpot signal 2 to the hall computer is started.

Next, if set, the CPU 103 resets the probability variation flag, the high base flag, the special drawing time saving flag, and the second KT shift flag, and clears the values of the high base number counter and the small hit number counter to 0 (step 138IWS2504B). ). Next, the CPU 103 transmits a second big hit start designation command (step 138IWS2505B), and sets the value of the second special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the second big hit opening preprocessing (step 138IWS2506B).

In the feature section 014IW, the second gate passage waiting process is executed, so that the big hit game is not started immediately when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed as the variable display result of the second special symbol, and the passage gate 41 The game ball passes, and is configured to shift to the big hit game on the condition that it is detected by the gate switch 21.

8-20 and 8-21 are flowcharts showing the second jackpot end process in the second special symbol process process. In the second big hit ending process, the CPU 103 checks whether or not the big hit end display timer is set (step 138IWS2200B), and when the big hit end display timer is set, moves to step 138IWS2204B. When the big hit end display timer is not set, the second big hit flag is reset (step 138IWS2201B), and the control for transmitting the second big hit end designation command is performed (step 138IWS2202B). Then, the jackpot end display timer is set to a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time during which the jackpot end display is being performed on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) (step 138IWS2203B), and the process is ended.

In step 138IWS2204B, 1 is subtracted from the value of the jackpot end display timer (step 138IWS2204B). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether the value of the big hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether the big hit end display time has elapsed (step 138IWS2205B). If not, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 138IWS2205B), the CPU 103 checks whether or not the type of the jackpot that has ended this time is the probability variation jackpot A (step 138IWS2206B). Whether or not the probability variation big hit A can be determined, for example, by checking the big hit type stored in step 138IWS62B of the second special symbol normal processing. If the probability variation big hit A, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag to shift to the probability variation state (high probability state) (step 138IWS2207B), and sets the special figure time saving flag to shift to the KT state (step 138IWS2208B). Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223B. In the case of the probability variation big hit A, the high base flag is not set, so the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is controlled.

If it is not the probability variation big hit A, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the type of the jackpot completed this time is one of probability variation big hits B to F (step 014IWS100B). Whether or not the probability variation big hits B to F can be determined by, for example, checking the big hit type stored in step 138IWS62B of the second special symbol normal processing. If any of the probability variation big hits B to F, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag and shifts to the probability variation state (high probability state) (step 014IWS101B), and sets the high base flag to shift to the high base state. (Step 014IWS102B) Further, the special figure time saving flag is set and the state shifts to the KT state (step 014IWS103B). Therefore, in the case of any of the probability variation big hits B to F, it is controlled to a high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state).

Further, the CPU 103 sets a value of 90, 65 or 40 in the high base number counter according to the type of big hit (step 014IWS104B). Specifically, when the probability variation big hit B, E, or F is set, the high base number counter is set to "90", and when the probability variation big hit C is set, the high base number counter is set to "65". If the probability variation big hit D is set, "40" is set in the high base number counter. Further, the CPU 103 sets the second KT shift flag (step 014IWS015B).

Further, when the type of the big hit that has ended this time is either the probability variation big hit E or F (Y in step 014IWS106B), the value of 30 or 70 is set in the small hit number counter according to the big hit type. (Step 014IWS107B). Specifically, in the case of the probability variation big hit E, the small hit number counter is set to "30", and in the case of the probability variation big hit F, the small hit number counter is set to "70". Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223B.

By the processing of steps 014IWS100B to S105B, in the case of any of the probability variation big hits B to F, the high base number counter and the second KT shift flag are set. That is, the first transition condition is set. Therefore, after the big hit game based on any of the probability variation big hits B to F, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is controlled, and the value of the high base number counter is 0 in the subsequent variable display. Therefore, it is determined as N in step 014IWS001B of the second special symbol stop processing, and the subtraction processing of the high base number counter of step 014IWS002B is performed. The high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the set first transition condition is satisfied. When the set first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is transitioned to the second KT state.

Further, by the processing of steps 014IWS106B to S107B, when the probability variation is either big hit E or F, the small hit number counter is further set. That is, the second transition condition is set. Therefore, among the probability variation big hits B to F, in the case of probability variation big hits E and F, it is controlled to a high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after completion of the big hit game, and when a small hit occurs thereafter. Since the value of the small hit number counter is not 0, it is determined as N in step 014IWS010B of the second special symbol stop process, and the small hit number counter subtraction process of step 014IWS011B is performed. The high-probability/high-base state (high-probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or one of the set transition conditions of the first transition condition and the second transition condition is satisfied. Will be. Further, when either one of the set first transition condition and the set second transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is shifted to the second KT state. Therefore, if it is any of the probability variation big hits B to D, it is controlled to the first KT state A, and if it is any of the probability variation big hits E and F, it is controlled to the first KT state B. Become.

If none of the probability variation big hits B to F (that is, the normal big hits B and C in the variable display of the second special symbol are normal big hits A), the CPU 103 sets the high base flag to high. At the same time as shifting to the base state (step 014IWS108B), the special figure time saving flag is set and shifting to the KT state (step 014IWS109B). Further, the CPU 103 sets a value of 90 in the high base number counter (step 014IWS110B). Then, the process proceeds to step 138IWS2223A. Therefore, in the case of the normal big hit A, it is controlled to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state). If the normal big hit A is set, the value is set in the high base number counter (that is, the first transition condition is set), and the value of the high base number counter is not 0 in the subsequent variable display. It is determined as N in step 014IWS001B of the second special symbol stop processing, and the subtraction processing of the high base number counter of step 014IWS002B is performed. Then, the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the set first transition condition is satisfied. Further, when the set first transition condition is satisfied, the first KT state is shifted to the non-KT state.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the second special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the second special symbol normal process (step 138IWS2223B).

Here, the transition of the game state in the main feature unit 014IW will be described. FIG. 8-22 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a way of transition of the game state in the feature unit 014IW. In FIG. 8-22, among the arrows indicating the transition of the game state, the solid line arrows indicate the transition of the game state triggered by the end of the big hit game of the corresponding big hit type. In addition, the broken line arrow indicates the transition of the game state triggered by the establishment of the first transition condition that the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times in the first KT state A or the first KT state C. Also, the dotted line arrow establishes one of the transition conditions, that is, the first transition condition that the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times in the first KT state B and the second transition condition that the small hitting game state occurs a predetermined number of times. It shows the transition of the game state triggered.

First, in the characteristic part 014IW, in the low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)), the player aims at the left side of the game area to perform a shooting operation (left hit) of the game ball. Therefore, in the normal state, mainly the starting winning to the first starting winning opening occurs, and mainly the variable display of the first special symbol is executed. Further, since the variable display of the first special symbol is mainly executed, when the big hit occurs in the low probability/low base state, the probability variation big hits A to F and the normal big hits A to C mainly occur.

As shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit A occurs in the low probability/low base state, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered after the end of the big hit game, The high probability/low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 138IWS2206A to S2208A, etc.).

If any of the probability variation big hits B to D occurs in the low probability/low base state, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered after the end of the big hit game, and the next The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until a big hit occurs or a first transition condition of performing variable display a number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, steps 014IWS100A to 014IWS105A, etc.).

In addition, when either probability variation big hit E or F occurs in the low probability/low base state, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered after the end of the big hit game, and the next Either the first transition condition that a big hit occurs or a variable display is executed a number of times according to the big hit type, and the second transition condition that a small hit game state occurs a number of times according to the big hit type. The high probability/high base state is maintained until the following is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS100A to 014IWS107A, etc.).

If any of the normal jackpots A to C occurs in the low-probability/low-base state, the low-probability/high-base state (low-probability/first KT state) is entered after the jackpot game is over, and the next The low-probability/high-base state is maintained until a big hit occurs or a first transition condition that variable display is executed a number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B, steps 014IWS109A to 014IWS110A, etc.).

In the case where it is after the transition to the KT state (high probability/high base state, low probability/high base state, high probability/low base state), in this feature section 014IW, the player aims at the right side of the game area. And perform a game ball firing operation (right hit). Therefore, in the KT state, mainly the starting winning to the second starting winning opening occurs, and mainly the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Further, since the variable display of the second special symbol is mainly executed, when the big hit occurs in the KT state, the probability variation big hits A to F and the normal big hit A mainly occur.

As shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit A occurs in the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), the high probability/low base state (high probability/high probability/ 2nd KT state), the high probability/low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 138IWS2206B to S2208B etc.).

Further, if any of the probability variation big hits B to D occurs in the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) after the big hit game is finished. State), the next big hit occurs, or the high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition of executing the variable display of the number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied (steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, Steps 014IWS100B-014IWS105B etc.).

Further, in the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), when either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) after the end of the big hit game. State), the next big hit occurs, or the first transition condition that the variable display is executed the number of times according to the big hit type, and the second transition condition that the number of small hit game states occurs according to the big hit type. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until one of the transition conditions is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS100B to 014IWS107B, etc.). In addition, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability that the probability variation big hit (that is, one of the probability variation big hits B to F) is 50% in total (FIG. 8). -1(E)), once the high probability/high base state is reached, the high probability/high base state is looped at a rate of 50%.

In addition, in the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state) in the case of the normal big hit A (normal big hit B, C does not occur when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed) occurs, , After the jackpot game is over, it shifts to a low-probability/high-base state (low-probability/first KT state) until the next big jackpot occurs or the first transition condition of executing 90 times of variable display is satisfied. The probability/high base state is maintained (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B, steps 014IWS108B to 014IWS110B, etc.).

Further, in the feature section 014IW, if any of the probability variation big hits B to D occurs, and the game shifts to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the next big hit occurs. If the first transition condition of executing the variable display of the number of times according to the type of jackpot is satisfied, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered (steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, step 014IWS100B to 014IWS105B etc.). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit B occurs and the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered after the big hit game, the next big hit is When the variable display is executed 90 times without the occurrence, the state shifts to the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state). In addition, when the probability variation big hit C occurs, when it shifts to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, if the next big hit does not occur, the variable display is executed 65 times. , High probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state). In addition, when the probability variation big hit D occurs, when it shifts to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the variable display is executed 65 times without the next big hit. , High probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state).

Further, in the feature section 014IW, when either the probability variation big hit E or F occurs and the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered after the big hit game, the next big hit occurs. Without, the first transition condition of executing the variable display of the number of times according to the big hit type and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state of the number of times of the big hit type are satisfied. Then, a transition is made to a high-probability/low-base state (high-probability/second KT state) (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS100B to 014IWS107B, etc.). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit E occurs and the game shifts to a high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the next big hit is High probability/low base if one of the transition conditions of the first transition condition of executing the variable display 90 times and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state 30 times is satisfied without occurring. Transition to the state (high probability/second KT state). In addition, when the probability variation big hit F occurs, when it shifts to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the next big hit does not occur, and the variable display is executed 90 times. When either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition of occurrence of 70 small hitting game states is satisfied, transition to high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) ..

In addition to the probability variation big hits A to F shown in the present characteristic part 014IW, for example, a probability variation big hit G is provided, and when the probability variation big hit G occurs, it shifts to the first KT state after the big hit game and continues until the next big hit occurs. The 1KT state may be maintained. That is, when the probability variation big hit G occurs, the first transition condition and the second transition condition are not set, and the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is looped until the next big hit occurs. Good. Further, in this case, whether or not various effects (for example, a battle rush effect described later, a battle effect of a chance battle effect, a continuation suggestion effect, etc.) are executed and an effect pattern with the probability variable big hit G and another type of probability variable big hit. The ratio of may be different.

As shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit A occurs in the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state), the high probability/low base state (high probability/high probability/ 2nd KT state), the high probability/low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 138IWS2206B to S2208B etc.).

If any of the probability variation big hits B to D occurs in the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state), the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) after the big hit game is finished. State), the next big hit occurs, or the high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition of executing the variable display of the number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied (steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, Steps 014IWS100B-014IWS105B etc.).

Further, in the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state), if either of the probability variation big hits E and F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) after the end of the big hit game. State), the next big hit occurs, or the first transition condition that the variable display is executed the number of times according to the big hit type, and the second transition condition that the number of small hit game states occurs according to the big hit type. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until one of the transition conditions is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS100B to 014IWS107B, etc.).

Also, in the case of low probability / high base state (low probability / 1st KT state), when the normal big hit A (when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the normal big hits B and C do not occur) occurs, , After the jackpot game is over, it shifts to a low-probability/high-base state (low-probability/first KT state) until the next big jackpot occurs or the first transition condition of executing 90 times of variable display is satisfied. The probability/high base state is maintained (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, steps 014IWS108B to 014IWS110B, etc.). In the characteristic part 014IW, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability of being a normal jackpot A is 35% (see FIG. 8-1(E)), so once the low probability/ In the high base state, the low probability/high base state loops at a rate of 35%.

In addition, in the feature section 014IW, when any of the normal big hits A to C occurs, and when the game shifts to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the next big hit occurs. If the first transition condition that the variable display is executed the number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied, the low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)) is entered (steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, step 014IWS108B). ˜014 IWS110B etc.). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-22, when a normal big hit A occurs, and the game shifts to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) after the big hit game, the next big hit is When the variable display is executed 90 times without the occurrence, the state shifts to the low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)). In addition, when the normal big hit B occurs, when the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is entered after the big hit game, the variable display is executed 65 times without the next big hit. , Low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)). In addition, when the normal big hit C occurs, when the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) shifts after the big hit game, if the next big hit does not occur, the variable display is executed 40 times. , Low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)).

As shown in FIG. 8-22, when the probability variation big hit A occurs in the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state), the high probability/low base state (high probability/high probability/ 2nd KT state), the high probability/low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 138IWS2206B to S2208B etc.). In the characteristic part 014IW, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability of the probability variation big hit A is 15%. (See FIG. 8-1(E)) Once the high probability/low base state is reached, the high probability/low base state is looped at a rate of 15%.

If any of the probability variation big hits B to D occurs in the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state), the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) will occur after the jackpot game is over. State), the next big hit occurs, or the high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition of executing the variable display of the number of times according to the big hit type is satisfied (steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS008B, Steps 014IWS100B-014IWS105B etc.).

Further, in the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state), if either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT) after the end of the big hit game. State), the next big hit occurs, or the first transition condition that the variable display is executed the number of times according to the big hit type, and the second transition condition that the number of small hit game states occurs according to the big hit type. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until one of the transition conditions is satisfied (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B, steps 014IWS100B to 014IWS107B, etc.).

Also, in the high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state) in the case of the normal big hit A (normal big hit B, C does not occur when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed) occurs, , After the jackpot game is over, it shifts to a low-probability/high-base state (low-probability/first KT state) until the next big jackpot occurs or the first transition condition of executing 90 times of variable display is satisfied. The probability/high base state is maintained (see steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B, steps 014IWS108B to 014IWS110B, etc.).

In FIG. 8-22, the low probability/low base state (normal state (non-KT state)) describes the case where the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, but the variation of the second special symbol at a low rate. It is possible that the display may be performed. In this case, when the probability variation big hit A occurs, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered. If any of the probability variation jackpots B to D occurs, the state transitions to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), and the next big jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times, or 40 times. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied. Further, when either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered, and the next big hit occurs, or the variable display is executed 90 times. The high probability/high base state is maintained until either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state 30 or 70 times is satisfied. In addition, when a normal big hit A occurs, the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) is entered, and the low probability/until the next big hit occurs or 90 times of variable display are executed. A high base state will be maintained.

Further, in FIG. 8-22, the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) has been described, but the variable display of the first special symbol at a low rate. May be performed. In this case, when the probability variation big hit A occurs, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered. If any of the probability variation jackpots B to D occurs, the state transitions to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), and the next big jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times, or 40 times. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied. Further, when either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered, and the next big hit occurs, or the variable display is executed 90 times. The high probability/high base state is maintained until either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state 30 or 70 times is satisfied. Further, when any one of the normal jackpots A to C occurs, a transition to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) occurs, and the next jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times or 40 times. The low-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied.

Further, in FIG. 8-22, the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) has been described, but the variable display of the first special symbol at a low rate. May be performed. In this case, when the probability variation big hit A occurs, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered. If any of the probability variation jackpots B to D occurs, the state transitions to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), and the next big jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times, or 40 times. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied. Further, when either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered, and the next big hit occurs, or the variable display is executed 90 times. The high probability/high base state is maintained until either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state 30 or 70 times is satisfied. Further, when any one of the normal jackpots A to C occurs, a transition to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) occurs, and the next jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times or 40 times. The low-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied.

Further, in FIG. 8-22, the case where the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) has been described, but the variable display of the first special symbol at a low rate. May be performed. In this case, when the probability variation big hit A occurs, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state) is entered. If any of the probability variation jackpots B to D occurs, the state transitions to the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state), and the next big jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times, or 40 times. The high-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied. Further, when either of the probability variation big hits E or F occurs, the high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state) is entered, and the next big hit occurs, or the variable display is executed 90 times. The high probability/high base state is maintained until either one of the first transition condition and the second transition condition of the occurrence of the small hitting game state 30 or 70 times is satisfied. Further, when any one of the normal jackpots A to C occurs, a transition to a low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) occurs, and the next jackpot occurs, 90 times, 65 times or 40 times. The low-probability/high-base state is maintained until the first transition condition that the variable display is executed once is satisfied.

FIG. 8-23 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an external output signal output from the pachinko gaming machine 1. The prize ball signal is assigned to the terminal 01 of the external output terminal board. The prize ball signal is a signal output externally every time a predetermined number (10 in this example) of prize balls are paid out. The jackpot signal 1 is assigned to the terminal 05 of the external output terminal board. The big hit signal 1 is a signal that is continuously output to the outside during the entire big hit game (that is, a signal indicating that the big hit game is being played). The jackpot signal 2 is assigned to the terminal 06 of the external output terminal board. The big hit signal 2 is a signal that is continuously output to the outside during the entire big hit game and during the KT state (that is, a signal indicating that the player is in a camp). A special winning opening signal is assigned to the terminal 07 of the external output terminal Slope. The special winning opening winning signal is a signal externally output based on the detection of the winning of the game ball into the special winning opening. Further, the expected number of prize balls signal is assigned to the terminal 09 of the external output terminal board. The expected number of prize balls signal is a signal that is externally output each time the expected number of prize balls to be paid out reaches a predetermined number (10 in this example).

Each external signal shown in FIG. 8-23 has, for example, a timing at which 10 prize balls are paid out, a timing at which a big hit occurs, a timing at which a special winning opening is won, or a planned number of prize balls reaches 10. A flag corresponding to the output of the external signal at timing (see, for example, step 138IWS2021A, S2023A, S2022B, S2023B, S2503B) and a timer are set, and the information output process (step When S23) is executed, it is externally output to a hall computer or the like.

Next, the output timing of the big hit signal 1 and the big hit signal 2 of the external output signals will be described. FIG. 8-24 is an explanatory diagram for explaining output timings of the big hit signal 1 and the big hit signal 2. In this example, the information output process (step S23) is executed based on the fact that the jackpot signal output flag is set in steps 138IWS2022A and S2503B when the gaming state is the normal state, and jackpot signal 1 and jackpot signal 2 are executed. The external output of is started. After that, in the information output process (step S23), the external output of the big hit signal 1 is stopped at the timing when the big hit game is finished. In the information output process (step S23), the external output of the big hit signal 2 is stopped at the timing when the KT state is finished. On the other hand, based on the fact that the jackpot signal output flag is set in steps 138IWS2022A and S2022B when the gaming state is the KT state, the information output process (step S23) is executed, and the jackpot signal 1 is externally output. It In this case, since the KT state is in progress, the big hit signal 2 is continuously output to the outside. After that, in the information output process (step S23), the external output of the big hit signal 1 is stopped at the timing when the big hit game is finished.

First, the output timing of the big hit signal 1 and the big hit signal 2 when the game state is the normal state (low probability/non-KT state) will be described with reference to FIG. 8-24(1). As shown in FIG. 8-24(1), when the game state is the normal state, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the big hit symbol is derived and displayed. At the same timing, the external output of the jackpot signal 1 is started and the external output of the jackpot signal 2 is started (see step 138IWS2022A). On the other hand, when the gaming state is the normal state, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed and the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, at the timing when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the big hit signal 1 and the big hit signal 2 The external output is not started, and the external output of the big hit signal 1 is started and the external output of the big hit signal 2 is started at the timing when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 (see step 138IWS2503B).

Next, using FIG. 8-24 (2), the jackpot signal 1 and the jackpot when the gaming state is the KT state (low probability/first KT state, high probability/first KT state, high probability/second KT state) The output timing of the signal 2 will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-24(2), when the game state is the KT state, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and the big hit symbol is displayed as a derivation display, the big hit symbol is displayed as a derivation display. External output of the jackpot signal 1 is started at the timing (see step 138IWS2022A). Further, when the gaming state is the KT state, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed and the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the external output of the big jackpot signal 1 is generated at the timing when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed. It is started (see step 138IWS2022B). As shown in FIG. 8-24(2), in the KT state, the big hit signal 2 is continuously output to the outside.

Next, the normal symbol process process (step S29) executed by the game control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 8-25 is a flowchart showing an example of a normal symbol process process. In the normal symbol process processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) detects that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41 and the gate switch 21 has been turned on (step 138IWS5111), Control for transmitting a gate passage designation command to the effect control CPU 120 is performed (step 138IWS5112). Then, the CPU 103 executes a gate switch passage process (step 138IWS5113).

When the passage of the game ball to the passage gate 41 is detected by the processing of steps 138IWS5111-S5113, the characteristic portion 014IW transmits a gate passage designation command. In addition, in this characteristic part 014IW, the passage gate 41 is configured as a dual-purpose gate and also plays a role of an operation area, but is it in a gate passage waiting state after the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed and before the big hit game is started? Regardless of whether it is sent or not, the gate passage designation command is transmitted.

Then, the CPU 103 executes any one of the processes shown in steps 138IWS5100 to S5104 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag.

In addition, in this characteristic part 014IW, regardless of whether or not it is in the gate passage waiting state, when the passage of the game ball to the passage gate 41 is detected in step 138IWS5111, the gate switch passage process of step 138IWS5113 is executed. Normally, variable display of symbols is executed, but it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, only when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 when not in the gate passage waiting state, the variable display of the normal symbol is executed, and in the state of waiting for the gate passage even if the game ball passes the passage gate 41 The variable display may be configured not to be executed.

Further, in the present characteristic part 014IW, the passage gate 41 is normally used as a combined use gate of the starting region and the operating region, but the special symbol process process (see steps S25A and S25B) is usually within the timer interrupt process. Since it is executed before the symbol process process (see step S26), after the detection process of the passage of the game ball of the passage gate 41 as the operation region is performed, the passage of the game ball of the passage gate 41 as the normal starting region is performed. Detection processing is performed. Therefore, the processing for starting the big hit game can be executed quickly.

Gate switch passage process (step 138IWS5113): The CPU 103 causes the gate passage memory counter (counter for counting the number of game balls passing through the passage gate 41) to have a maximum count value (gate passage memory number) (in this example, " 4”) has been reached. If the maximum value has not been reached, the count value of the gate passage memory counter is incremented by one. It should be noted that the LED of the universal figure reservation display 25C is turned on according to the value of the gate passage storage counter. Then, the CPU 103 performs a process of extracting the value of the random number for normal symbol determination and storing it in the storage area (normal symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the number of gate passage memories.

Normal symbol normal processing (step 138IWS5100): CPU103, a state in which the variation of the normal symbol can be started (for example, if the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value indicating step 138IWS5100, specifically, the regular symbol) If the variable display of the normal symbol is not displayed on the display device 20, and the variable winning ball device 6B is not opened or closed based on the fact that the normal symbol display device 20 hits and displays the symbol), the gate passage memory is stored. Check the value of the number. Specifically, the count value of the gate passage memory number counter is confirmed. If the gate passing memory number is not 0, it is determined whether or not to win (whether or not to make a stop symbol of a normal symbol a hit symbol). Then, the variable time of the normal symbol is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically "1") indicating the normal symbol variation process (step 138IWS5101).

Normal symbol variation process (step 138IWS5101): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, sets the normal symbol stop symbol display time to the normal symbol process timer and starts the timer. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically "2") indicating the normal symbol stop process (step 138IWS5102).

Normal symbol stop processing (step 138IWS5102): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, confirms whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol. If it is not a winning symbol (if it is a falling symbol), the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically "0") indicating the normal symbol normal process (step 138IWS5100). On the other hand, if the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol, the normal symbol process timer is set to the time before the normal electric accessory release, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “3”) indicating the normal electric auditors product opening preprocessing (step 138IWS5103).

Normal electric accessory release pretreatment (step 138IWS5103): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, sets the ordinary electric auditors product operating time to the normal symbol process timer, and the timer To start opening the variable winning ball device 6B. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "4") indicating the normal electric auditors product operating process (step 138IWS5104).

Normal electric auditors product operation process (step 138IWS5104): The CPU 103 measures the normal symbol process timer, and when the normal symbol process timer times out, closes the variable winning ball device 6B. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically “0”) indicating the normal symbol normal process (step 138IWS5100).

8-26 is a flowchart showing a normal symbol normal process (step 138IWS5100). In the normal symbol normal process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the gate passage memory number is 0 by confirming the count value of the gate passage memory number counter (step 138IWS5121). If the gate passage memory number is 0 (Y in step 138IWS5121), the process ends. If the gate passing memory number is not 0 (N in step 138IWS5121), the CPU 103 reads the normal symbol per determination random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the gate passing memory number=1 (step 138IWS5122). Then, the CPU 103 decrements the value of the gate passage memory number counter by 1 and shifts the content of each storage area (step 138IWS5123). That is, the random number per ordinary symbol stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passage memory=n (n=2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate passage memory=n-1. Store. Therefore, the order in which the normal symbol-per-judgment random number values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the number of gate passing memories is always the order of the number of gate passing memories=1, 2, 3, 4 and It is supposed to match.

Next, the CPU 103 uses a normal symbol determination table for determining whether or not to make a normal symbol, and performs a lottery process based on a random number (ordinary symbol per determination random number value) to determine whether or not to make a normal symbol. It is determined (step 138IWS5127). In addition, in this feature part 014IW, in step 138IWS5127, the CPU 103 has a uniform probability of 100% regardless of whether the state is the probable variation state, the KT state, or the high base state. It is decided to be a normal design per item.

In step 138IWS5127, when the read random number per normal symbol per determination is within the range of hit (in the case of hit), the CPU 103 sets the hit symbol as the display result (step 138IWS5128), and proceeds to step 138IWS5130. Further, in step 138IWS5127, when the read normal symbol hitting determination random number value is not within the hit range (when it is out of alignment), the CPU 103 sets an outlier as a display result (step 138IWS5129), and proceeds to step 138IWS5130. In the characteristic part 014IW, the general-university game is configured to hit 100% regardless of the gaming state. Therefore, the process of step 138IWS5127 may be omitted and the process of step 138IWS5128 may be executed. ..

In step 138IWS5130, if the high base flag is set, the CPU 103 sets 0.2 seconds as the normal symbol variation time in the normal symbol process timer (Y in step 138IWS5130, S5131). Moreover, if the high base flag is not set, that is, if it is the normal state or the second KT state, 1.0 second is set as the normal symbol variation time in the normal symbol process timer (N of step 138IWS5130, S5132).

Then, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically "1") indicating the normal symbol variation process (step 138IWS5101) (step 138IWS5133).

FIG. 8-27 is a flowchart showing the normal symbol stop processing (step 138IWS5102). In the normal symbol stop process, the CPU 103 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step 138IWS3701). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has become 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step 138IWS3702). Normally, if the symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step 138IWS3702), the process is ended as it is.

When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the normal symbol stop symbol display time elapses (Y in step 138IWS3702), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol (hit in step 138IWS5127). (Whether or not it is determined) is confirmed (step 138IWS3703). Whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol, for example, by setting a normal symbol hit determination flag when it is determined to be a hit in step 138IWS5127, it can be confirmed by checking whether or not the flag is set. You can

When it is determined that the stop symbol of the normal symbol is not a hit symbol, but a deviating symbol (N in step 138IWS3703), the CPU 103 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value indicating normal symbol normal processing (step 138IWS5100) ( Specifically, it is updated to "0" (step 138IWS3708).

In step 138IWS3703, when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is the winning symbol (Y in step 138IWS3703), the CPU 103 determines whether the high base flag or the extension flag is set (step 138IWS3704), and the high base flag. Is set, that is, in the case of the first KT state, or when the extension flag is set, 0.1 seconds is set to the normal symbol process timer as the time before opening the normal electric accessory (step 138IWS3706). ). Moreover, when the high base flag is not set, that is, in the normal state or the second KT state, 2.6 seconds is set to the normal symbol process timer as the time before opening the normal electric accessory (step 138IWS3705). .. In the characteristic part 014IW, the general-university game is configured to be 100% hit regardless of the gaming state. Therefore, the process of step 138IWS3703 may be omitted and the process of step 138IWS3704 may be executed. ..

Next, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to a value (specifically “3”) corresponding to the normal electric auditors product opening preprocessing (step 138IWS5103) (step 138IWS3707).

FIG. 8-28 is a flowchart of the normal electric auditors product opening preprocessing (step 138IWS5103). In the normal electric accessory release preprocessing, the CPU 103 decrements the value of the normal symbol process timer by -1 (step 138IWS3801). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has become 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step 138IWS3802). Normally, if the symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step 138IWS3802), the process is ended as it is.

When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the time before the opening of the normal electric auditors product (Y in step 138IWS3802), the CPU 103 determines whether the high base flag or the extension flag is set ( Step 138IWS3803), if the high base flag is set, that is, if it is in the first KT state, or if the extension flag is set, 5.5 seconds as the normal electric auditors opening time normal symbol process timer (Step 138IWS3805). If the high base flag is not set, that is, in the normal state or the second KT state, 0.2 seconds is set in the normal symbol process timer as the normal electric accessory release time (step 138IWS3804).

As described above, in the characteristic part 014IW, the normal electric auditors opening time is set to 5.5 seconds in the first KT state, and the normal electric auditors opening time is set to 0.2 seconds in the normal state or the second KT state. By doing so, the first KT state is a state in which it is easier to make a start winning in the second start winning opening than in the normal state or the second KT state. Therefore, the first KT state is configured so that the game ball does not easily reach the special variable winning ball device 17 provided downstream of the variable winning ball device 6B than the normal state or the second KT state.

It should be noted that the control method for facilitating the starting winning in the second starting winning opening when the gaming state is the first KT state is not limited to that shown in the characteristic portion 014IW. For example, in the case of the first KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened a large number of times as compared with the case of the normal state or the second KT state (for example, in the normal state or the second KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B). 6B may be set as the number of times of opening 6B, whereas in the first KT state, the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 6B may be set as 2). By doing so, in the case of the first KT state, by increasing the number of times of opening the variable winning ball device 6B, it is possible to facilitate the starting winning in the second starting winning opening.

Further, for example, in the case of the first KT state, as compared with the case of the normal state or the second KT state, the control for increasing the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B and the variable winning ball device 6B. May be executed in combination with a control for increasing the number of times of release of the.

Next, the CPU 103 controls the variable winning ball device 6B to the open state (step 138IWS3806). Specifically, the solenoid 81 is driven to open the variable winning ball device 6B.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to a value (specifically "4") corresponding to the normal electric auditors product operating process (step 138IWS5104) (step 138IWS3807).

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

The characteristic part 014IW is configured to be controlled to one of a plurality of effect modes according to the game state. Specifically, when it is controlled to the non-KT state (that is, the normal state (low probability/low base state)), the effect mode is controlled to the normal mode. When the second KT state (that is, the high probability/low base state (high probability/second KT state)) is controlled, the effect mode is controlled to the small hit RUSH mode.

In addition, after the big hit game in the first special figure game, it is controlled to the first KT state (that is, low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) or high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state)). While, the production mode is controlled to the battle challenge mode in which the battle challenge production is executed.

In addition, after the big hit game in the second special figure game, it is controlled to the first KT state (that is, low probability/high base state (low probability/first KT state) or high probability/high base state (high probability/first KT state)). While, the production mode is controlled to the chance battle mode in which the chance battle production is executed.

That is, regardless of whether the control is performed in the low-probability state or the high-probability state, or in which of the first KT state A, the first KT state B, and the first KT state C, the first special figure game is executed. It is controlled to the battle challenge mode when it is controlled to the first KT state after the big hit game, and is controlled to the chance battle mode when it is controlled to the first KT state after the big hit game by the second special figure game.

As described above, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the character is controlled to the first KT state after the big hit game in the first special figure game or the second special figure game, which of the low probability state and the high probability state is controlled, In addition, regardless of which one of the first KT state A, the first KT state B, and the first KT state C is controlled, the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect in the common mode is executed. Therefore, when the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is executed, which one of the low-probability state and the high-probability state is being controlled, and which of the first KT state A, the first KT state B, and the first KT state C is being controlled. Since it is difficult for the player to guess whether the game is controlled, the interest in the game can be improved.

FIG. 8-29 is an explanatory diagram for describing a battle challenge effect and a chance battle effect. First, the battle challenge production will be described.

The battle challenge effect is an effect in which a moving image having a storyline is displayed, and is configured such that the story moves in the order of the effect explanation part, the first battle part, the second battle part, and the third battle part. .. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-29(1), the 1st variation to 15th variation after the big hit game in the first special figure game corresponds to the effect explanation section, and the 16th variation to 40th variation are the first. It corresponds to one battle section, the 41st variation to the 65th variation correspond to the second battle section, and the 66th variation to the 90th variation correspond to the third battle section.

In the effect explanation section from the first change to the fifteenth change, the contents of the battle challenge effect and the story are explained. Further, in the first battle section from the 16th variation to the 40th variation, the first battle effect in which the battle between the teammate character and the enemy character A is performed is performed, and the win/loss is notified at the 40th variation. Further, in the second battle section from the 41st variation to the 65th variation, the second battle effect in which the battle between the ally character and the enemy character B is performed is performed, and the win/loss is notified at the 65th variation. Further, in the third battle section from the 66th variation to the 90th variation, the third battle effect in which the battle between the ally character and the enemy character C is performed is performed, and the winning/losing is informed at the 90th variation. In this way, after the first variation to the fifteenth variation, after the effect explanation section, a battle between the teammate character and the enemy character is performed every 25 variations, and the win or loss is informed.

As shown in FIG. 8-29(1), in the battle challenge effect, the story moves to the first battle section when the effect explanation section ends. Then, in the first battle effect in the first battle section, when the teammate character wins over the enemy character A, the battle challenge effect continues and the story moves to the second battle section. On the other hand, when the teammate character is defeated by the enemy character A, a notification to the effect that the normal state is entered is given, and the battle challenge effect is terminated at that point.

Further, in the second battle effect in the second battle section, when the ally character wins over the enemy character B, the battle challenge effect continues, the story moves to the third battle section, and the ally character is defeated by the enemy character B, The notification of the shift to the normal state is given, and the battle challenge effect is terminated at that point. Then, in the third battle effect in the third battle section, when the teammate character wins over the enemy character C, a notification that the small hit RUSH will be made is made, the battle challenge production is finished, and the teammate character becomes the enemy character C. When the player is defeated, the player is informed that the normal state will be entered, and the battle challenge effect ends.

In the first battle production and the second battle production of the battle challenge production, the battle challenge production is continued at the time of victory and the high base state is continued, and the battle challenge production is finished at the time of defeat and the high base state is finished and is in the normal state. Therefore, the notification of the win or loss informs whether or not the battle challenge effect is continued and whether or not the high base state is continued. In addition, in the third battle effect of the battle challenge effect, since it shifts to the small hit RUSH at the time of victory and shifts to the normal state at the time of defeat, whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH is notified by the notification of the win Will be done.

As shown in FIG. 8-29(1), in the feature portion 014IW, the performance explanation unit, regardless of whether the probability variation big hit (excluding the probability variation big hit A) or the normal big hit by the first special figure game occurs, A battle challenge effect of a common mode in which the story moves in the order of the first battle section, the second battle section, and the third battle section is executed. Further, in the battle challenge production, a plurality of production patterns with different story developments are provided.

As shown in FIG. 8-29(1), in the first effect pattern of the battle challenge effect, the first battle effect wins at the 40th change, the second battle effect wins at the 65th change, and the 90th change. This is a production pattern in which a final victory is achieved in the third battle production, the battle challenge production is finished, and a notification is given that the small hit RUSH will be performed. In the present characteristic part 014IW, among the wins in the battle effects in the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect, the victory that will be transferred to the small hit RUSH after the victory is also referred to as the final victory.

The second production pattern of the battle challenge production wins the first battle production at the 40th change and wins the second battle production at the 65th change, but loses the third battle production at the 90th change and loses the battle challenge production. Is a production pattern in which is notified that the process is completed and the normal state is entered.

The third effect pattern of the battle challenge effect is that the player wins in the first battle effect at the 40th change, but loses in the second battle effect at the 65th change and the battle challenge effect ends and the notification that the normal state is entered. Is a production pattern.

The fourth production pattern of the battle challenge production is a production pattern in which the player is defeated in the first battle production at the 40th change and the battle challenge production is terminated, and a notification is given to shift to the normal state.

In the characteristic part 014IW, the second to fourth effect patterns of the battle challenge effect are used when a normal big hit occurs (see FIG. 8-35(C)). Therefore, when the battle is defeated and the battle challenge performance ends, it is determined that the low probability state exists.

In this feature section 014IW, in the battle challenge effect, when the battle is won, the battle challenge effect continues (that is, the high base state continues), while when the battle is lost, the battle challenge effect ends (that is, the high base state ends). ) It is configured to shift to the small hit RUSH when three battles are won, but exceptionally when the first or second battle is won (that is, the final victory) and the small hit RUSH is shifted ( That is, there is a case where the degree of advantage is higher than when the high base state is continued).

The first special production pattern of the battle challenge production is that the first battle production is won at the 40th change, the final victory is made at the 65th change in the second battle production, the battle challenge production is completed, and the small hit RUSH is transferred. Is a production pattern for which notification is made.

The second special effect pattern of the battle challenge effect is an effect pattern in which the final victory is achieved in the first battle effect at the 40th variation, the battle challenge effect is completed, and the small hit RUSH is notified.

Next, the chance battle production will be described. The chance battle effect is an effect in which a moving image having a storyline is displayed, and is configured such that the story moves in the order of the effect explanation section, the first battle section, the second battle section, and the third battle section. .. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-29 (2), the first to fifteenth variation after the big hit game in the second special figure game corresponds to the effect explanation part, and the sixteenth to 40th variation is the first. It corresponds to one battle section, the 41st variation to the 65th variation correspond to the second battle section, and the 66th variation to the 90th variation correspond to the third battle section.

In the effect explanation section from the first change to the fifteenth change, the contents of the chance battle effect and the story are explained. Further, in the first battle section from the 16th variation to the 40th variation, the first battle effect in which the battle between the teammate character and the enemy character A is performed is performed, and the win/loss is notified at the 40th variation. Further, in the second battle section from the 41st variation to the 65th variation, the second battle effect in which the battle between the ally character and the enemy character B is performed is performed, and the win/loss is notified at the 65th variation. Further, in the third battle section from the 66th variation to the 90th variation, the third battle effect in which the battle between the ally character and the enemy character C is performed is performed, and the winning/losing is informed at the 90th variation. In this way, after the first variation to the fifteenth variation, after the effect explanation section, a battle between the teammate character and the enemy character is performed every 25 variations, and the win or loss is informed.

As shown in FIG. 8-29(2), in the chance battle effect, when the effect explanation unit ends, the story moves to the first battle unit. Then, in the first battle effect in the first battle section, when the teammate character wins over the enemy character A, a game ball is given and the story moves to the second battle section. On the other hand, when the teammate character is defeated by the enemy character A, the story is transferred to the second battle section without giving a winning ball.

In addition, in the second battle effect in the second battle section, when the teammate character wins over the enemy character B, a winning ball is given, the story moves to the third battle section, and the teammate character is defeated by the enemy character B, The story moves to the third battle section without the winning balls being given. Further, in the third battle effect in the third battle section, if the teammate character wins over the enemy character C, a winning ball is given, and if the teammate character loses to the enemy character C, no winning ball is given.

Then, when the third battle effect in the third battle section ends, a rush determination effect that notifies whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH is executed. In the rush determination effect, whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH is informed by a mode of using the winning balls that have been given so far. Further, in the rush judgment effect, the more the number of winning balls that have been given so far, the higher the ratio of shifting to the small hit RUSH (see FIG. 8-35 (E)).

As shown in FIG. 8-29 (2), in the feature part 014IW, either the probability variation big hit (excluding the probability variation big hit A) or the normal big hit (excluding the probability variation big hits B and C) occurs in the second special figure game. Also in the case, the chance battle production of the common mode in which the story moves in the order of the production explanation unit, the first battle unit, the second battle unit, and the third battle unit is executed. In addition, the chance battle production is provided with a plurality of production patterns with different story developments.

As shown in FIG. 8-29(2), in the first effect pattern of the chance battle effect, whether the win or loss and the addition of a winning ball in the first battle effect are notified at the 40th change, and the second battle effect at the 65th change. Of whether the winning or losing of the game is given and whether or not the winning ball is given is notified, and whether or not the winning or losing of the third battle effect is given and whether or not the winning ball is given is notified at the 90th change, and the winning balls that have been given so far are used after the end of the third battle effect Is a presentation pattern in which the effect of shifting to the small hit RUSH is informed as a result of the entry determination presentation.

In the second production pattern of the chance battle production, the presence/absence of win/loss and win/loss of the first battle production is notified at the 40th change, and the presence/absence of win/loss and win/loss of the second battle production is notified at the 65th change, In the 90th variation, the win/loss of the third battle effect and the presence/absence of a winning ball are informed, and after the end of the third battle effect, the inrush determination effect of the mode using the awarded balls is performed, and the inrush determination effect of the As a result, it is an effect pattern in which the notification of the shift to the normal state is given.

In the characteristic part 014IW, the second effect pattern of the chance battle effect is used when the normal big hit A occurs (see FIG. 8-35(D)). Therefore, when the notification of the transition to the normal state is made as the entry determination effect, it is determined that the low probability state.

In this feature part 014IW, in the chance battle production, in principle, regardless of the outcome of the battle production, the game proceeds to the next story and three battle productions are executed (that is, the high base state is continued until the 90th variation). However, in an exceptional case, after winning the first or second battle (that is, the final victory) and then shifting to the small hit RUSH (that is, the high base state is continued until the 90th variation). If there is a higher degree of advantage than)) is configured.

In the first special production pattern of the chance battle production, the presence or absence of winning or losing of the first battle production and the addition of a winning ball are notified at the 40th change, and the final victory is made at the 65th change in the second battle production to end the chance battle production. , A small hit RUSH is an effect pattern to be notified.

The second special effect pattern of the chance battle effect is an effect pattern in which the final victory is achieved in the first battle effect at the 40th change, the chance battle effect is finished, and the small hit RUSH is notified.

Comparing the battle challenge production and the chance battle production, in the battle challenge production, the battle challenge production ends when the battle is lost (that is, the high base state ends), but in the challenge battle production, the challenge is challenged even if the battle is lost. The difference is that the battle effect is continued (that is, the high base state is continued). With such a configuration, the playability and the degree of advantage of the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect can be different.

In addition, in the chance battle production, a winning ball is given when the player wins the battle, and the more winning balls are given, the higher the ratio of shifting to the small hit RUSH. Therefore, it is possible to draw attention to the result of the battle while the challenge battle effect is continued (that is, the high base state is continued) even if the battle is lost.

In the present characteristic part 014IW, the effect pattern of the battle challenge effect is configured to be determined according to the type of jackpot that has occurred (step 014IWS203 described later). Therefore, when being controlled to either the first KT state A or B, at the 40th, 65th, or 90th change in which the first transition condition is satisfied, the final victory is obtained in the battle production of the battle challenge production, and the first transition condition is set. At the 40th or 65th change that is not established, the player wins in the battle production of the battle challenge production. Further, when controlled to the first KT state C, at the 40th, 65th, or 90th fluctuation when the first transition condition is satisfied, the battle effect of the battle challenge effect is defeated.

Further, the present characteristic part 014IW is also configured so that the effect pattern of the chance battle effect is also determined in accordance with the type of big hit that has occurred (step 014IWS203 described later). Therefore, when being controlled to either the first KT state A or B, at the 40th or the 65th change when the first transition condition is satisfied, the final victory is achieved in the battle production of the battle challenge production, and the first transition condition is not established. At the 40th or 65th variation, the player will win or lose in the battle production of the battle challenge production, and at the 90th variation where the first transition condition is satisfied, the notification that the small hit RUSH will be made will be made in the rush determination production. .. Further, when the control is in the first KT state C, at the 90th change when the first transition condition is satisfied, a notification that the transition to the normal state is made in the rush determination effect is given.

As described above, each battle effect including the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect is an effect that suggests the establishment of the first transition condition. In addition, in each battle production of the battle challenge production and the chance battle production, whether the production is continued or finished (the production is finished and is in a normal state, depending on the type of the set first transition condition (that is, the jackpot type)). (Including the case of shifting to the second KT state and the case of shifting to the second KT state). With such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to whether the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect continue or end, and to improve the enjoyment of the game.

In the characteristic part 014IW, while the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode is being controlled, the second transition condition is satisfied in parallel with the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect that suggests that the first transition condition is satisfied. It is configured to execute the suggested small hit meter effect. The small hit meter effect is an effect mode different from the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect (see FIG. 8-41, etc.). With such a configuration, attention can be paid to both the establishment of the first transition condition and the establishment of the second transition condition, and the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

Next, a process related to an effect in the characteristic unit 014IW will be described.

FIG. 8-30 is a flowchart showing the variable display start waiting process (step S170). In the variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command is received (step 138IWS811). Whether the variation pattern command is received is determined by, for example, in the command analysis process (step S75), when the variation pattern command is received, a variation pattern command reception flag indicating that the variation pattern command is received is set. In step 138IWS811, it is only necessary to confirm whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag is set.

If the variation pattern command is received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the first KT state flag or the second KT state flag is set (step 138IWS812). If neither the first KT state flag nor the second KT state flag is set (that is, if it is a non-KT state), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the variable display of the first special symbol. Is confirmed (step 138IWS813). Whether or not the variation display of the first special symbol is executed is, for example, whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command specifies the first variation pattern #01 to #07. It can be determined by confirming that. Unless the variable display of the first special symbol is executed (that is, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed), the process is ended as it is. When performing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S171) (step 138IWS815).

If the 1st KT state flag or the 2nd KT state flag is not set (that is, if it is the KT state), the CPU 120 for effect control confirms whether or not it is the time to execute the variable display of the second special symbol. (Step 138IWS814). Whether or not the variation display of the second special symbol is executed is, for example, whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command specifies the second variation patterns #01 to #32. It can be determined by confirming that. Unless the variable display of the second special symbol is executed (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed), the process is ended as it is. If the variable display of the second special symbol is to be executed, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S171) (step 138IWS816).

By performing the processing of step 138IWS812 to S815, in the present characteristic portion 014IW, in the non-KT state, the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed in the image display device 5 in correspondence with the variable display of the first special symbol. When it is executed and in the KT state, the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed on the image display device 5 in correspondence with the variable display of the second special symbol. In other words, even when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is in the KT state, or when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it is in the non-KT state. , The variable display of the decorative pattern is not executed.

FIG. 8-31 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171). In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol (step 138IWS920). In the characteristic unit 014IW, when the display result 1 designation command is received (when it is determined that the display is out of alignment), the left middle and right decorative designs are completely inconsistent and only the left or right decorative designs are matched. The combination of the out-of-reach symbols is determined. When the display result 2 designation command is received (when the probability variation big hit A is determined), the combination of symbols in which the left middle right decorative pattern is an odd number pattern is determined. In addition, when the display result 3 to 10 designation command is received (when it is determined to be one of the probability variation big hits B to F and the normal big hits A to C), the decorative patterns on the left, middle, and right are arranged in even numbers. Determine the combination of. When the display results 11 to 13 designation command is received (when it is determined to be a small hit), a combination of decorative designs of the small hit design (for example, "135") is determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is controlled to the first KT state (step 138IWS921). Whether or not the KT state is controlled can be determined by checking the effect mode. Specifically, it is possible to determine that the state is the first KT state when the production mode is one of the battle challenge mode and the chance battle mode. If not controlled to the first KT state, the effect control CPU 120 selects the process table according to the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command (step 138IWS933), and proceeds to step 138IWS934.

When it is controlled to the first KT state, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether it is the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation after being controlled to the first KT state (step 138IWS922). Whether or not it is the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation after being controlled to the first KT state is confirmed by the value of the production high base number counter for managing the remaining number of times of the high base state on the production control side. It can be determined by Specifically, the value of the high base number counter for production is set to any of "90", "65" and "40" when shifting to the first KT state, and is decremented by 1 at the end of each fluctuation. Therefore, if the value is any one of “0”, “25”, and “50”, it can be determined that it is the 40th, 65th, or 90th fluctuation since the shift to the first KT state.

When it is not the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation since the control in the first KT state (N in step 138IWS922), the effect control CPU 120 determines the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command and the determined effect. A process table corresponding to the mode effect pattern is selected (step 138IWS923), and the process proceeds to step 138IWS934. In the characteristic part 014IW, a step 138IWS935 and a variable display effect process (step S172), which will be described later, are executed according to the process table selected in step 138IWS923, so that a battle challenge effect, a chance battle effect, etc. are displayed during the variable display of the decorative pattern. Is executed.

When it is the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation since the control in the first KT state (Y in step 138IWS922), the effect control CPU 120 maintains the high base state (that is, the battle challenge effect continues. ) Is determined (step S138IWS924). In step S138IWS924, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number by using a continuation suggestion effect determination table for determining whether or not to execute a continuation suggestion effect, and determines whether or not to execute the lottery process.

FIG. 8-32 is an explanatory diagram of a specific example of the continuation suggestion effect determination table. In this example, as shown in the continuation suggestion effect determination table of FIG. 8-32, in the case of a variable number of times to win the battle, it is decided to execute the continuation suggestion effect with a probability of 70%, and the battle is lost. In the case of a variable number of times to be performed, it is decided to execute the continuous suggestion effect with a probability of 30%. Whether or not it is a variable number of times to win the battle can be determined by confirming the production pattern of the battle challenge production determined in step 014IWS203 described later and the value of the production high base number counter. For example, if the production pattern is any of the second to fourth production patterns and the value of the production high base number counter is “0”, it can be determined that it is the timing to lose the battle.

As shown in FIG. 8-32, when the battle is won and the battle challenge effect is continued (that is, when the high base state is continued), the continuation suggestion effect is executed at a high rate. Can be expected to be executed. Further, since the continuation suggestion effect is executed before notifying whether or not the battle challenge effect is continued (that is, whether or not the high base state is continued), it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the notification.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the chance battle effect is executed by shifting to the first KT state after the big hit game in the second special drawing game, the special effect pattern of shifting to the small hit RUSH before 90 fluctuations is set. Except for the above, in principle, the high base state is maintained until the 90th change, and the effect pattern is maintained. Therefore, when the chance battle effect is being executed, the effect content of the continuation suggestion effect is won in the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation battle (that is, a winning ball is added and the small hit RUSH is rushed into. It is possible to suggest that the probability is high). Further, in the case of such a configuration, when the number of winning and winning balls is variable (the winning ball granting pattern determined in step 014IWS203, which will be described later, can be specified. See FIG. 8-35(E))), You may make it the ratio where an effect is performed high.

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, the continuation suggestion effect is executed at the 40th, 65th, or 90th variation that is informed whether or not the high base state is continued by the battle effect. Not limited to such a configuration, the continuation suggestion effect may be executed in a change item before the change in which it is informed whether or not the high base state is continued by the battle effect, for example, 39, 64, or 89th change item. .. With such a configuration, it is possible to raise the attention level of the battle effect in advance.

When it is not decided to execute the continuation suggestion effect (N in step 138IW925), the process proceeds to step 138IWS923, and when it is decided to execute the continuation suggestion effect (Y in step 138IW925), the effect control CPU 120: A process table corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command, the effect pattern of the determined effect mode, and the continuation suggestion effect determined to be executed is selected (step 138IWS926), and the process proceeds to step 138IWS934. In the feature part 014IW, step 138IWS935 and a variable display effect process (step S172) to be described later are executed according to the process table selected in step 138IWS926, thereby performing a battle challenge effect or a chance battle effect during the variable display of decorative symbols, Continuation suggestion production etc. are executed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the process timer set value of the process data 1 in the process table selected in step 138IWS923, S926, and S933 to the process timer and starts the process timer (step 138IWS934). Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (image display device 5, various lamps, speakers 8L, 8R) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Is executed (step 138IWS935). For example, a control signal (display control execution data) is output to the VDP in order to display an image according to the variation pattern on the image display device 5. Further, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14 in order to perform lighting/extinguishing control of various lamps. Further, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the variation time in the decorative symbol variation time timer to start the decorative symbol variation time timer (step 138IWS936). Then, the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to the variable display effect process (step S172) (step 138IWS937).

FIG. 8-33 is a flowchart showing the effect mode setting process. The production mode setting process is a part of the process in the special figure waiting process (S173) of FIG.

In the effect mode setting process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the big hit start designation command is received (step 014IWS200), and if not received, proceeds to step 014IWS209. When the big hit start designation command (the first big hit start designation command or the second big hit start designation command) is received, that is, when the big hit occurs, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect mode to be controlled after the big hit game. The effect mode determination process to be determined is executed (step 014IWS201).

FIGS. 8-35(A) and (B) are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the effect mode determination table for determining the effect mode. The first effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 8-35(A) is used when a big hit occurs in the first special figure game. That is, it is used when the first big hit start designation command is received. The second effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 8-35(A) is used when a big hit occurs in the second special figure game. That is, it is used when the second jackpot start designation command is received. In step 014IWS201, one of the first effect mode determination table and the second effect mode determination table is used to determine the effect mode to be controlled after the big hit game.

As shown in FIGS. 8-35(A) and (B), when the probability variation big hit A occurs, it is determined to control to the small hit RUSH mode. Further, when any of the probability variation big hits B to F and the normal big hits A to C occurs in the first special figure game, it is determined to control in the battle challenge mode. When any of the probability variation big hits B to F and the normal big hits A to C occurs in the second special figure game, it is determined to control to the chance battle mode. It is possible to determine which type of big hit has occurred by checking which display result designation command is being received.

Next, when the probability variation big hit A has occurred (Y in step S014IWS202), the effect control CPU 120 terminates the process as it is, and when the probability variation big hit A has not occurred (N in step S014IWS202), The effect pattern determination process for determining the effect pattern of the effect mode (specifically, the effect pattern of the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect) is executed (step S014IWS203).

FIGS. 8-35(C) and (D) are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the effect pattern determination table for determining effect patterns. The first effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-35(C) is used when the effect mode is determined to be the battle challenge mode. The second effect pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-35(D) is used when the effect mode is determined to be the chance battle mode. At step 014IWS203, the effect pattern is determined using either the first effect pattern determination table or the second effect mode determination table.

When determining the effect pattern of the battle challenge effect, as shown in FIG. 8-35(C), when the big hit type is the probability variation big hit B, E, or F, the first effect pattern is decided. This first effect pattern wins the first battle on the 40th change, wins the second battle on the 65th change, and finally wins the third battle on the 90th change to end the battle challenge effect and win the small hit. It is an effect pattern for notifying the shift to RUSH (see the first effect pattern in FIG. 8-29(1)).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (C), when the probability variation big hit C, it is determined as the first special effect pattern. This first special effect pattern is an effect pattern that wins in the first battle at the 40th change and finally wins in the second battle at the 65th change to end the battle challenge effect and notify the shift to the small hit RUSH. Yes (see the first special effect pattern in FIG. 8-29(1)).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (C), when the probability variation big hit D, the second special effect pattern is determined. This second special effect pattern is an effect pattern for notifying the transition to the small hit RUSH when the battle challenge effect is finished with the final victory in the first battle at the 40th variation (Fig. 8-29 (1) No. 1). 2 See special production pattern).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(C), in the case of the normal big hit A, the second effect pattern is determined. This second effect pattern wins in the first battle at the 40th change and wins in the second battle at the 65th change, but is defeated in the third battle at the 90th change and the battle challenge effect ends and the normal state. It is an effect pattern for notifying the shift to (see the second effect pattern in FIG. 8-29(1)).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(C), in the case of the normal big hit B, the third effect pattern is determined. The third effect pattern is an effect pattern for winning the first battle at the 40th change, but losing the second battle at the 65th change to end the battle challenge effect and notifying the shift to the normal state ( See the third effect pattern in FIG. 8-29(1)).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(C), in the case of the normal big hit C, the fourth effect pattern is determined. This fourth effect pattern is an effect pattern for notifying the transition to the normal state after losing the first battle at the 40th change and ending the battle challenge effect (the fourth effect pattern in FIG. 8-29(1)). reference).

When determining the effect pattern of the chance battle effect, as shown in FIG. 8-35(D), when the type of big hit is the probability variation big hit B, E, F, it is determined as the first effect pattern. In this first effect pattern, the first battle is performed at 40th variation, the second battle is performed at 65th variation, the third battle is performed at 90th variation, and the rush determination is performed after the third battle to shift to the small hit RUSH. It is an effect pattern to be notified (see the first effect pattern in FIG. 8-29 (2)).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(D), when the probability variation big hit C is determined, the first special effect pattern is determined. This first special effect pattern is an effect pattern in which the first battle is performed at the 40th variation, the second battle is performed at the 65th variation, and the transition to the small hit RUSH is notified after the second battle ((Fig. 8-29 ( 2) The first special effect pattern).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35 (C), when the probability variation big hit D, the second special effect pattern is determined. This second special effect pattern is an effect pattern in which the first battle is performed at the 40th change and the transition to the small hit RUSH is notified after the first battle (the second special effect pattern in FIG. 8-29 (2)). reference).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-35(C), in the case of the normal big hit A, the second effect pattern is determined. In this second effect pattern, the first battle is performed at 40th variation, the second battle is performed at 65th variation, the third battle is performed at 90th variation, and the inrush determination is performed after the third battle to notify the shift to the normal state. Is a production pattern (see the second production pattern in FIG. 8-29 (2)).

In step 014IWS203, when the effect mode is determined to be the chance battle mode, the effect pattern relating to the winning ball awarding pattern is further determined using the third effect pattern determination table.

FIG. 8-35(E) is an explanatory view showing a specific example of the third effect pattern determination table. In this example, first to eighth application patterns are provided. For example, the first grant pattern is a pattern in which winning and winning balls are awarded at any of the 40th variation, the 65th variation, and the 90th variation. That is, it is a pattern of winning any of the first to third battles in the chance battle production. Further, for example, the eighth granting pattern is a pattern in which no winning or winning ball is awarded in any of the 40th variation, the 65th variation, and the 90th variation. That is, it is a pattern in which the player loses any of the first to third battles in the chance battle production.

In the example shown in the third effect pattern determination table of FIG. 8-35 (E), when the big hit type of the big hit that is generated is the probability variation big hit, the total number of winning balls to be awarded is larger than that in the case of the normal big hit. It is configured such that the ratio determined by a large number of application patterns is high. That is, the larger the total number of winning balls to be awarded, the higher the probability of being controlled to the high probability state and the higher the probability of shifting to the small hit RUSH. With such a configuration, it can be noticed that a battle is won in the chance battle production, and a winning ball is given, so that amusement of the game can be improved.

In the characteristic part 014IW, the information determined in step S014IWS201 and step S014IWS203 is stored, and after the big hit game, based on the information determined and stored in step S014IWS201, one of the effect modes is controlled. When controlling in either the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode, the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is executed according to any effect pattern based on the information determined and stored in step S014IWS203. The information on the production pattern of the battle challenge production and the chance battle production is discarded when the battle challenge mode and the chance battle mode are finished due to the occurrence of a big hit or the transition to the second KT state or the non-KT state.

In the feature section 014IW, after the big hit game is controlled to the effect mode determined in step S014IWS201, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, for example, during the big hit game, a mode according to the effect mode determined in step S014IWS201. The effect may be executed. More specifically, during the big hit game, an effect of a mode suggesting a transition to the battle challenge mode or a chance battle mode, or an effect of a mode suggesting a transition to the small hit RUSH is executed. Good.

When the effect pattern of the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is determined, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value of 90, 65 or 40 in the effect high base number counter according to the jackpot type (step 014IWS204). Specifically, in the case of probability variation big hit B, E, F and normal big hit A, "90" is set to the production high base number counter, and in the case of probability variation big hit C and normal big hit B, "65" is set to the production high base number counter, and in the case of the probability variation big hit D and the normal big hit C, "40" is set to the production high base number counter.

When the type of big hit that has occurred is the probability variation big hit (Y in step 014IWS205), the effect control CPU 120 makes a transition from the first KT state to the second KT state when the set transition condition is satisfied. A second production-use KT shift flag for management on the control side is set (step 014IWS206).

When the type of big hit that has occurred is either probability variation big hit E or F (Y in step 014IWS207), the effect control CPU 120, depending on the big hit type, makes a small hit required to satisfy the second transition condition. A value of 30 or 70 is set to the effect small hit number counter for managing the number of times the game state occurs on the effect control side (step 014IWS208). Specifically, in the case of the probability variation big hit E, "30" is set in the effect small hit number counter, and in the case of the probability variation big hit F, "70" is set in the effect small hit number counter. Then, the process ends.

When the big hit start designation command is not received (N in step 014IWS200), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit start designation command is received (step 014IWS209), and when it is not received. Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS220.

When the small hit start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the value of the effect small hit number counter is "0" (step 014IWS210), and is "0". In the case, that is, if the high probability/first KT state (first KT state B) is not controlled after the big hit game based on one of the probability variation big hits E and F, the process proceeds to step 014IW211. When the value of the production small hit number counter is not "0", that is, after the big hit game based on one of the probability variation big hits E and F, the high probability/first KT state (first KT state B) is controlled. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts “1” from the value of the effect small hit number counter (step 014IWS011A), and determines whether or not the value has become “0” (step 014IWS211). If the value of the effect small hit number counter does not become "0", the process proceeds to step 014IWS211. When the value of the effect small hit number counter becomes “0”, that is, when the set second transition condition is satisfied, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect mode to the small hit RUSH mode. (Step 014IWS213).

Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a small hit transition condition satisfaction flag indicating that the set second transition condition is satisfied (step 014IWS214) and clears the value of the effect high base number counter (step 014IWS215) and the second production-use KT shift flag are reset (step 014IWS216). Then, the process ends.

In this feature section 014IW, after the small hit game, it is controlled to the small hit RUSH mode determined in step S014IWS213, but is not limited to such a configuration, for example, during the small hit game, shift to the small hit RUSH mode. You may make it perform the effect of the mode which suggests.

In step S014IWS220, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the reception waiting time of the command has passed without receiving the command designating to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state. When the reception waiting time has elapsed (Y in step S014IWS220), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the display result in the special figure game is “miss”, and the value of the effect high base number counter is It is determined whether it is “0” (step 138IWS221).

If the value of the high base number counter for production is "0", the processing is ended, and if the value of the high base number counter for production is not "0", that is, the low probability/first KT state or high probability/first When it is controlled to the 1 KT state and the first transition condition is set, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts "1" from the value of the effect high base number counter (step 138IWS222) and becomes "0". It is determined whether or not (step 138IWS223). When the value of the high base number counter for production does not become "0", the processing is ended, and when the value of the high base number counter for production becomes "0", that is, the set first transition condition is When it is established, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the effect second KT shift flag is set (step 138IWS224).

When the production second KT shift flag is set (Y in step 138IWS224), that is, the high probability/first KT state is controlled, and the first KT state is changed to the second KT state based on the fact that the first shift condition is satisfied. When shifting to the state, the effect control CPU 120 determines to control the effect mode to the small hit RUSH mode (step 014IWS225). Further, the effect control CPU 120 clears the value of the effect high base number counter (step 014IWS226) and resets the effect second KT shift flag (step 014IWS227). Then, the process ends.

When the production second KT shift flag is not set (N in step 138IWS224), that is, the low probability/first KT state is controlled, and the first KT state is changed to the non-KT state based on the fact that the first shift condition is satisfied. When shifting to the state, the effect control CPU 120 determines to control the effect mode to the normal mode (step 014IWS228).

In the characteristic part 014IW, with the start of the next fluctuation, it is controlled to the small hit RUSH mode determined in step S014IWS225 or the normal mode determined in step S014IWS228. The small hit RUSH mode or the normal mode may be controlled before the start of fluctuation.

In the effect mode setting process shown in FIG. 8-33 and FIG. 8-34, by the process of steps 014IWS200 to S208, after the big hit game, it is controlled to any effect mode of the battle challenge mode, the chance battle mode, and the small hit RUSH mode. Will be.

In addition, if the second transition condition is satisfied while being controlled to the first KT state B by the processing of steps 014IWS209 to S216, the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode is controlled to the small hit RUSH mode.

In addition, if the first transition condition is satisfied while being controlled to either the first KT state A or B by the processing of steps 014IWS220 to S227, the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode is controlled to the small hit RUSH mode. It will be.

When the first transition condition is satisfied while the control is in the first KT state C by the processing of steps 014IWS220 to S224 and S228, the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode is controlled to the normal mode.

FIG. 8-36 is a flowchart showing the meter increasing effect process. The meter increase effect process is a part of the process in the small hit medium effect process (S174) of FIG. 7. Since the meter increase effect process is a process related to the meter increase effect for increasing the scale of the meter displayed in the small hit meter effect, it is controlled to the normal mode or the small hit RUSH mode in which the small hit meter effect is not executed. If it is, it may not be executed.

In the meter increase effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the meter increase effect flag indicating that the meter increase effect is being executed is set (step 014IWS300), and if it is set, the step is executed. Move to 014IWS310.

When the meter increase effect flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the effect small hit number counter is "0" (step 014IWS301). When the value of the effect small hit number counter is not "0", that is, when the set second transition condition is not satisfied yet, the effect control CPU 120 performs control for executing the meter increase effect. Perform (step 014IWS303). Moreover, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the meter increase effect flag (step 014IWS304), and proceeds to step 014IWS310.

If the value of the effect small hit number counter is "0" (Y in step 014IWS301) and the small hit transition condition satisfaction flag is set (Y in step 014IWS305), that is, the second transition condition that has been set When the above condition is established, the effect control CPU 120 causes the meter increase effect and the transition notification effect to notify the transition to the small hit RUSH state (in the present example, the character display of “small hit RUSH rush” on the movable body 32). Is performed and the movable body 32 moves to the front surface of the image display device 5. Control is performed to execute (8) in Fig. 8-41 (step 014IWS307). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS304. The small hit transition condition satisfaction flag is reset before the process of step 014IWS307.

If the value of the effect small hit number counter is "0" (Y in step 014IWS301) and the small hit transition condition satisfaction flag is not set (N in step 014IWS305), that is, the second transition condition is set. If not, the effect control CPU 120 controls to execute the meter increase effect (step 014IWS309). Then, the process proceeds to step 014IWS304.

In step 014IWS310, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether it is the end timing of the meter increase effect (step 014IWS110), and if it is the end timing, resets the meter increase effect flag (step 014IWS111).

In addition, in the case of executing the meter increase effect that increases the meter displayed in the small hit meter effect by the processing of steps 014IWS303, S307, and S309, the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect that is being executed in parallel is performed. The control may be configured to temporarily stop the progress of the story. With such a configuration, attention can be paid to the small hitting meter effect and the meter increasing effect, and amusement of the game can be improved.

In the present characteristic part 014IW, regardless of whether or not the second transition condition is set, the small hit meter production that suggests the establishment of the second transition condition is executed in parallel with the battle challenge production or the chance battle production. However, when the second transition condition is not set, the meter displayed by the small hit meter effect does not become full. Therefore, the meter increase effect executed by the process of step 014IWS309 may be in an effect mode different from the meter increase effect executed by the process of step 014IWS303 (for example, a mode in which the scale of the meter is hard to increase). ..

Next, a description will be given of a production mode of the production executed in the present characteristic unit 014IW. First, the presentation mode of the battle challenge production will be described. FIG. 8-37 and FIG. 8-38 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the effect aspect of the battle challenge effect. In addition, in FIGS. 8-37 and 8-38, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3),....

When the battle challenge effect is executed after the big hit game in the first special figure game, as the effect explanation part from the first change to the 15th change after the big hit game, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (1), the image display On the device 5, a battle challenge explanation image 014IW001 for explaining the contents and story of the battle challenge effect is displayed.

Then, when the story shifts to the first battle section from the 16th variation to the 40th variation after the big hit game, as a first battle effect, as shown in FIG. Display control is performed in which the character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003a battle.

Then, at the 40th fluctuation, display control for notifying the win/loss of the battle between the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003a is performed on the image display device 5, and when the battle is won, the display control shown in FIG. As shown in -1), a battle challenge continuation notification image 014IW004a (in this example, the character display of "Battle Challenge Continuation" is included) for notifying that the battle challenge effect is continued is displayed. On the other hand, when the battle is lost, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (3-2), the battle challenge end notification image 014IW004b (in this example, “Battle Challenge end Is displayed), the battle challenge effect ends, and the state shifts to the normal state (non-KT state).

In addition, in order to notify that the battle challenge production is completed and the small hit RUSH is transferred, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (3-3), when the battle is won and the victory is the final victory. The small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW004c (in this example, the character display of "small hit RUSH rush" is included) is displayed, the battle challenge effect is finished, and the small hit RUSH (second KT state) is entered.

The example shown in FIG. 8-37(3-1) corresponds to one of the first to third effect patterns and the first special effect pattern of the battle challenge effect, and the example shown in FIG. 8-37(3-2). Corresponds to the fourth effect pattern of the battle challenge effect, and the example shown in FIG. 8-37 (3-3) corresponds to the second special effect pattern of the battle challenge effect.

Next, in the battle challenge production, when the enemy character A is won in the first battle production of the first battle section, the story moves to the second battle section. Then, when shifting to the second battle section from the 41st variation to the 65th variation, as a second battle effect, as shown in FIG. 8-37(4), the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character B014IW003b are displayed on the image display device 5. Display control is performed to battle with. Here, when the continuation suggestion effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-37(4), the image display device 5 wins the next battle and suggests that the battle challenge effect is continued. A continuation suggestion image 014IW005 (in this example, the character display of "winning opportunity!" is included) is displayed.

Then, at the 65th fluctuation, display control is performed on the image display device 5 to notify the win/loss of the battle between the teammate character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003b, and in the case of winning the battle, FIG. As shown in -1), the battle challenge continuation notification image 014IW004a is displayed. On the other hand, when the battle is lost, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (5-2), the battle challenge end notification image 014IW004b is displayed, the battle challenge effect is finished, and the normal state (non-KT state) is entered. Transition.

When the battle is won and this victory is the final victory, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (5-3), the small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW004c is displayed, and the battle challenge production ends. , Small hit shift to RUSH (second KT state).

The example shown in FIG. 8-37(5-1) corresponds to one of the first and second production patterns of the battle challenge production, and the example shown in FIG. 8-37(5-2) shows the battle challenge production. It corresponds to the third effect pattern, and the example shown in FIG. 8-37 (3-3) corresponds to the first special effect pattern of the battle challenge effect.

Next, in the battle challenge production, when the enemy character B is won in the second battle production of the second battle section, the story moves to the third battle section. Then, when shifting to the third battle section from the 66th variation to the 90th variation, as a third battle effect, as shown in FIG. 8-38(6), the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character C014IW003c are displayed on the image display device 5. Display control is performed to battle with.

Then, at the 90th variation, display control for notifying the win/loss of the battle between the teammate character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003b is performed on the image display device 5, and when the battle is won, FIG. As shown in -1), the small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW004c is displayed, the battle challenge effect ends, and the small hit RUSH (second KT state) is entered. On the other hand, when the battle is lost, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (7-2), the battle challenge end notification image 014IW004b is displayed, the battle challenge effect is ended, and the normal state (non-KT state) is entered. Transition.

The example shown in FIG. 8-38(7-1) corresponds to the first effect pattern of the battle challenge effect, and the example shown in FIG. 8-38(7-2) corresponds to the second effect pattern of the battle challenge effect. To do.

Next, the presentation mode of the chance battle presentation will be described. FIG. 8-39 and FIG. 8-40 are explanatory views for explaining the effect aspect of the chance battle effect. Note that in FIGS. 8-39 and 8-40, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3),....

When the chance battle effect is executed after the big hit game in the second special figure game, as the effect explanation part from the first change to the fifteenth change after the big hit game, as shown in FIG. 8-39(1), the image display On the device 5, a chance battle commentary image 014IW011 for explaining the content of the chance battle effect and the story is displayed.

Then, when the story shifts to the first battle section from the 16th variation to the 40th variation after the big hit game, as a first battle effect, as shown in FIG. Display control is performed in which the character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003a battle.

Then, at the 40th fluctuation, display control is performed on the image display device 5 to notify the win/loss of the battle between the teammate character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003a, and when the battle is won, the display control is performed as shown in FIG. As shown in -1), a game ball addition notification image 014IW012a (including the character display of "game ball get" in this example) for notifying that a game ball has been awarded is displayed. On the other hand, if the player loses the battle, the winning ball is not given, so that the winning ball giving notification image 014IW012a is not displayed as shown in FIG. 8-39 (3-2).

Further, in the case where the battle is won and this victory is the final victory, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (3-3), in order to notify that the chance battle effect is finished and the small hit RUSH is transferred. The small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW012b (in this example, the character display of "small hit RUSH rush" is included) is displayed, the chance battle effect is finished, and the small hit RUSH (second KT state) is entered.

The example shown in FIG. 8-39 (3-1) corresponds to one of the first to second effect patterns and the first special effect pattern of the chance battle effect, and also the first to fourth addition of the game ball giving pattern. 8-39 (3-2) corresponds to any of the patterns, and the example shown in FIG. 8-39 (3-2) corresponds to any of the first to second effect patterns and the first special effect pattern of the chance battle effect, and gives a game ball. It corresponds to any of the fifth to eighth grant patterns of the pattern, and the example shown in FIG. 8-39 (3-3) corresponds to the second special effect pattern of the chance battle effect.

Next, in the chance battle production, the story moves to the second battle division regardless of whether the first battle production of the first battle division has won or lost (however, in the case of the second special production pattern, the first battle division ends. Chance battle production ends at the time). Then, when the transition is made to the second battle section from the 41st variation to the 65th variation, as a second battle effect, as shown in FIG. 8-39(4), the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character B014IW003b are displayed on the image display device 5. Display control is performed to battle with.

Then, at the 65th fluctuation, display control is performed on the image display device 5 to notify the win/loss of the battle between the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character B014IW003b, and when the battle is won, the display control is performed as shown in FIG. As shown in -1), a game ball addition notification image 014IW012a for notifying that a game ball has been awarded is displayed. On the other hand, when the player loses the battle, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (5-2), the winning-ball awarding notification image 014IW012a is not displayed.

When the battle is won and this victory is the final victory, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (5-3), the small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW012b is displayed, and the chance battle effect is finished. , Small hit shift to RUSH (second KT state).

The example shown in FIG. 8-39 (5-1) corresponds to one of the first to second effect patterns of the chance battle effect, and the first to second and fifth to fifth game ball giving patterns. The example shown in FIG. 8-39 (5-2) corresponds to any of the first to second effect patterns of the chance battle effect, and the third of the winning-betner addition pattern. 8 to 39, and the example shown in FIG. 8-39 (5-3) corresponds to the first special effect pattern of the chance battle effect.

Next, in the chance battle production, the story moves to the third battle division regardless of whether the second battle production of the second battle division wins or loses (However, in the case of the first special production pattern, the second battle division ends. Chance battle production ends at the time). Then, when moving to the third battle section from the 66th variation to the 90th variation, as a third battle effect, as shown in FIG. 8-40(6), the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character C014IW003c are displayed on the image display device 5. Display control is performed to battle with.

Then, at the 90th variation, display control is performed on the image display device 5 to notify the win/loss of the battle between the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character C014IW003c, and when the battle is won, the display control shown in FIG. As shown in -1), a game ball addition notification image 014IW012a for notifying that a game ball has been awarded is displayed. On the other hand, when the player loses the battle, as shown in FIG. 8-40 (7-2), the winning-ball assigning notification image 014IW012a is not displayed.

The example shown in FIG. 8-40 (7-1) corresponds to one of the first and second effect patterns of the chance battle effect, and the first, third, fifth, and seventh addition of the game ball giving pattern. 8-40 (7-2) corresponds to any of the patterns, and corresponds to any of the first to second effect patterns of the chance battle effect, and the second and the second of the game ball giving pattern. It corresponds to any of the fourth, sixth, and eighth application patterns.

Next, at the 90th variation, after the end of the third battle effect, a rush determination effect that notifies whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH is executed. As shown in FIG. 8-40(8), in the entry determination effect, a winning ball image 014IW013 showing the winning balls given so far is displayed (in the example of FIG. 8-40(8), three spheres are displayed). It is displayed, and it is shown that three winning balls are added.) Then, in the rush determination effect, whether or not to shift to the small hit RUSH is informed by a mode of using the displayed winning game.

When shifting to the small hit RUSH, as shown in FIG. 8-40 (9-1), the small hit RUSH rush notification image 014IW012b is displayed, the chance battle effect is finished, and the small hit RUSH (second KT State). On the other hand, when it is not shifted to the small hit RUSH, as shown in FIG. 8-40 (9-2), the chance battle end notification image 014IW012c is displayed, the chance battle effect is finished, and the normal state (non-KT state) ).

The example shown in FIG. 8-40(9-1) corresponds to the first effect pattern of the chance battle effect, and the example shown in FIG. 8-40(7-2) corresponds to the second effect pattern of the chance battle effect. To do.

Next, an effect mode of the small hit meter effect will be described. FIG. 8-41 is an explanatory diagram for describing a production mode of a small hit meter production. Note that in FIG. 8-41, the display screen transitions in the order of (1), (2), (3),....

When the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is executed after the big hit game, as shown in FIG. 8-41(1), display control is performed in which the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character A014IW003a battle on the image display device 5. ..

Further, in the characteristic part 014IW, when the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is executed, the small hit meter effect is executed in parallel. Therefore, as shown in FIG. At, the meter image 014IW021 is displayed. In the example of the battle challenge effect shown in FIGS. 8-37 and 8-38 and the example of the chance battle effect shown in FIGS. 8-39 and 8-40, the meter image 014IW021 is displayed for the sake of simplicity. Although not displayed, it is actually displayed as shown in Fig. 8-41(1).

Here, when the small hit occurs, during the small hit game, as the meter increase effect of the small hit meter effect, as shown in FIG. 8-41 (2), (3), (4), the image display device 5 In, the mini character 014IW023 appears, and when the block is thrown toward the meter image 014IW021, the scale of the meter is increased (in the example of FIG. 8-41, the shaded area in the meter is increased). Be seen. Thereafter, every time a small hit occurs, the meter increase effect of increasing the scale of the meter is executed. In the second KT state, when a small hit game is in progress, a game ball is easily won in the special winning opening, so an effect that emphasizes that the small hit game state is controlled is executed (for example, an image. On the display device 5, an image showing that the small hit game is being displayed is displayed.) When the small hit game is being played in the first KT state, it is difficult for the game ball to win the special winning opening, so the small hit game It is also possible not to execute the effect that emphasizes that the state is controlled. Further, in the present example, during the small hit game, the video of the battle effect in the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect is configured to be continuously reproduced, but the configuration is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, the battle effect You may make it control to stop the story progress of.

As shown in FIG. 8-41(5), in the image display device 5, when display control is performed in which the ally character 014IW002 and the enemy character B014IW003b battle, a small hit occurs, and during a small hit game. Then, as a meter increase effect of the small hit meter effect, a mini character 014IW023 appears on the image display device 5 and throws a block toward the meter image 014IW021, as shown in FIGS. 8-41 (6) and (7). Then, the display control for increasing the scale of the meter is performed.

Here, when the number of occurrences of small hits reaches a predetermined number (30 or 70 times in this example) and the second transition condition is satisfied, as shown in FIG. At the time, display control is performed to fill up the meter, and control is performed to move the movable body 32 on which the character display of "small hit RUSH rush" is displayed to the front surface of the image display device 5 as a transition notification effect. ..

In the present characteristic part 014IW, as shown in FIG. 8-41, a battle challenge effect or a chance battle effect that suggests establishment of the first transition condition and a small hit meter production that suggests establishment of the second transition condition are common. Is feasible during the period. Further, the small hit meter effect can be executed in a mode having lower visibility than the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect. Specifically, in the small hitting meter effect, the display size of the character and the like is smaller than in the battle challenge effect and the chance battle effect, and the display position is also a position away from the center of the display area of the image display device 5. With such a configuration, while paying attention mainly to the battle challenge effect or the chance battle effect, by simultaneously executing the small hit meter effect, the player can be interested in both the first transition condition and the second transition condition. It is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

It should be noted that the effect suggesting the establishment of the second transition condition (that is, the transition to the small hit RUSH state) is not limited to the effect mode such as the small hit meter effect of this example, and may be, for example, the display screen of the image display device 5. The display mode of the edge display area and the light emission mode of the lamp provided separately from the image display device 5 change to a mode that suggests the number of small hits (for example, white → blue → green → red → rainbow Is changed, and the iridescent color is established, the establishment of the second transition condition is confirmed). Also, depending on whether or not the second transition condition is set, and depending on the type of the set second transition condition, the performance mode of the performance that suggests the establishment of the second transition condition is determined at different ratios. Good. That is, the degree of expectation that the second transition condition is established and the small hit RUSH state is entered may be suggested by the production mode of the production that suggests the establishment of the second transition condition. In this case, one of a plurality of types of effect modes having a high visibility of effects (for example, a display size of an image related to effects is large, a display position is close to the center of the display area of the image display device 5, etc.). However, the degree of expectation that the second shift condition is satisfied and the shift to the small hit RUSH state may be increased. Further, the effect suggesting the establishment of the second transition condition may be executed not only during the small hit game but also during the variable display.

The configuration shown by the characteristic part 014IW may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine configured to change the winning probability (ball-out rate) of the big hit according to the set value. FIG. 8-42 is an explanatory diagram for describing a case where the setting value is changeable. Of these, FIG. 8-42(A) shows the winning probability of the big hit and the winning probability of the small hit for each set value in the non-probable variation state (low probability state). Further, FIG. 8-42(B) shows the winning probability of the big hit and the winning probability of the small hit for each set value in the probability variation state (high probability state). Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-42, a case is shown in which the setting can be changed in 6 stages of setting values “1” to “6”. Note that the setting is not limited to the case where the setting can be changed in 6 steps, and for example, the setting can be changed in 2 to 5 steps or the setting can be changed in 7 or more steps.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-42(A), in the non-probability change state (low probability state), the setting value “1” is the lowest with the jackpot probability “205/65536”, which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. ing. Then, the jackpot probability becomes higher in the order of the set value “2”, the set value “3”, the set value “4”, and the set value “5”, and the set value “6” is the highest jackpot probability “255/65536”. High, it is the most advantageous setting for the player. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-42(B), in the probability variation state (high-probability state), the winning probability of the jackpot is 10 times as large as that in the non-probability variation state (low-probability state). When the value is "1", the jackpot probability is "2050/65536", which is the lowest, which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability becomes higher in the order of the set value “2”, the set value “3”, the set value “4”, and the set value “5”, and the set value “6” is the largest jackpot probability “2550/65536”. High, it is the most advantageous setting for the player.

On the other hand, with regard to the small hit, as shown in FIGS. 8-42(A) and (B), regardless of whether the setting value is “1” to “6”, the uncertain variation state (low probability The small hit probability is constant as “62986/65536” regardless of whether it is a state) or a probability change state (high probability state). Even when the big hit probability is made different according to the set value, while the small hit probability is made constant, as shown in FIGS. May be configured to be different for the set values “1” to “6” so that the number of determination values for each set value is matched. With such a configuration, since the small hit probability is constant regardless of the set value, it is possible to prevent the gambling performance from becoming excessively high. In FIGS. 8-42(A) and (B), the small hit probability is made to match and the deviation probability is made different in the probability variation state (high-probability state) and the non-probability variation state (low-probability state). In the (high probability state), the small hitting probability may be made lower than that in the non-probability changing state (low probability state) by the amount of increase in the big winning probability with respect to the non-probability changing state (low probability state), and the outlier probabilities may be matched. Furthermore, even if the set values are different values of "1" and "2", respectively, the big hit probability and the small hit probability may be matched. As a result, in a gaming machine in which the number of steps that can be substantially set is less than six, or in a gaming machine in which there is no difference in advantage due to the setting change function, a type of gaming machine having a six-step setting change function and a hardware/software configuration The manufacturing cost can be reduced.

The determination value is not limited to the examples shown in FIGS. 8-42(A) and (B), and the determination value may be set so as to be out of alignment in the probability variation state of the setting value “6”. By doing so, since there may be a deviation for all the set values, it is possible to increase the difficulty of guessing the setting by the player and improve the interest.

In addition, when the configuration shown in the feature section 014IW is applied to a pachinko gaming machine configured so that the winning probability (ball-out rate) of the big hit changes according to the set value, when the fluctuation display and the big hit game are being performed. At least one of the small hit game and the setting suggestion effect suggesting the set value may be executed. The setting suggestion effect may be executed only when the KT state (or the second KT state) is controlled. As setting suggesting effects, for example, setting suggesting effects during change display executed during variable display, setting suggesting effects during big hit during the big hit game, setting suggesting effects during small hit during the small hit game. The suggestion reliability may be different depending on the type of the setting suggestion effect, and the suggestion reliability may be different for each type of the setting suggestion effect. Moreover, you may comprise so that the execution ratio of each setting suggestion production can be set. For example, the administrator of the gaming machine may change the setting so that some or all of the setting suggestion effects are not executed or the execution ratio is decreased (or increased). For example, the setting screen is displayed after the power is turned on, and the setting related to the setting suggestion effect is performed by operating the operating means such as the push button 31B and the operating means such as the switch provided inside the gaming machine (only the administrator can operate). May be changed.

As described above, the characteristic part 014IW discloses a configuration for solving the following problems. That is, some gaming machines can be controlled to a special state (for example, small hit RUSH) in which a game value is more likely to be given in a special state (small hit game state) than in a normal state. For example, in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2017-148127, when a predetermined number of times of variable display is performed in a high probability state and a time saving state, a small number of small hits can be shifted to a small hit RUSH mode. Have been described.

However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2017-148127, it is clear that if the probability variation mode is variably displayed the specified number of times, the mode shifts to the small hit RUSH mode. Can not be improved.

Therefore, the present characteristic unit 014IW discloses the following configurations (Means A1) to (Means A8) in order to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of improving the enjoyment of the game.

(Means A1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that performs variable display (for example, variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols), and variable means that can change between an enterable state and an entry difficult state (for example, Special variable winning ball device 17), special state control means that can control the variable means to enter a special state (for example, small hitting game state), and a special state where a game value is easily given by the special state (for example, , A second condition), and a first condition (eg, the first condition related to the variable display count) when controlled to a non-special condition different from the special condition (eg, the first KT condition). A transition means capable of transitioning from the non-special state to the special state based on the satisfaction of one of a first transition condition) and a second condition (for example, a second transition condition) different from the first condition. (For example, the CPU 103 executes the steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to provide various conditions for shifting to the special state, and improve the enjoyment of the game.

(Means A2) In the means A1, the second condition is a condition that can be satisfied based on the number of executions of control of the special state (for example, the number of occurrences of the small hitting game state), which is displayed as a variable display result. There may be a special display result (for example, a small hitting pattern) that is sometimes controlled in a special state, and a non-special display result (for example, a deviating symbol) that is not controlled in a special state.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to the number of times the special display result is derived and displayed, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

(Means A3) In the means A1 or the means A2, a plurality of types of second conditions having different degrees of advantage (for example, a second transition condition A established by occurrence of 30 small hitting game states and 70 small hitting game states) The second transition condition B) that is satisfied by the occurrence of
With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the type of the second condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(Means A4) In any one of the means A1 to A3, a plurality of types of first conditions having different degrees of advantage are provided (for example, the first transition condition A that is satisfied by executing the variable display 90 times or the fluctuation 65 times). The first transition condition B may be satisfied by executing the display, and the first transition condition C may be satisfied by executing the variable display 40 times.
According to such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced and the type of the first condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(Means A5) In any one of the means A1 to A4, an advantageous state control means capable of controlling to an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a big hit game state) is provided, and the advantageous state control means has an advantage degree in the advantageous state. May be common (for example, the number of rounds is common to 5R) and may be controlled to a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, the probability variation big hits B to F) having different conditions for shifting to a special state. ..
With such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced, and the types of advantageous states can be paid attention to, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(Means A6) In any one of the means A1 to A5, the non-special state has a lower degree of advantage than the special state and is a disadvantageous special state (for example, the first KT state) in which it is difficult to give a game value due to the special state. You can
According to such a configuration, it is possible to increase the variety of games and improve the enjoyment of games.

(Means A7) In any one of the means A1 to A6, control is possible between a non-specific state (for example, a low-probability state) and a specific state (for example, a high-probability state) that is easier to control than the non-specific state. The specific state control means and the second transition means (for example, the CPU 103 that can transition from the non-special state to the normal state based on the satisfaction of the first condition when controlled to the non-specific state). Steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B), and have a plurality of types of first conditions (for example, the first transition condition A that is satisfied by executing 90 variable displays, and the 65 transition conditions that are satisfied). The first transition condition B may be set to be the first transition condition C, and the first transition condition C may be set to be satisfied by executing the variable display 40 times.
According to such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced and the type of the first condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(Means A8) In the means A7, when the non-special state is controlled, the common effect in a common mode (for example, battle challenge) is controlled in the specific state and the non-specific state. Common production execution means capable of executing productions and chance battle productions, and notification productions (for example, battle challenge productions and chance battle productions) that notify whether common productions will continue or end, corresponding to the type of the first condition. It may be provided with a notification effect executing means capable of executing each battle effect in (1).
According to such a configuration, when the common effect is executed, it becomes difficult for the player to guess which of the specific state and the non-specific state the control is performed, so that the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, it is possible to pay attention to whether the common effect continues or ends, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

Further, the present characteristic part 014IW discloses a configuration for solving the following problems. That is, some gaming machines can be controlled to a special state (for example, small hit RUSH) in which a game value is more likely to be given in a special state (small hit game state) than in a normal state. For example, in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2017-148127, when a predetermined number of times of variable display is performed in a high probability state and a time saving state, a small number of small hits can be shifted to a small hit RUSH mode. Have been described.

However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2017-148127, a probabilistic variation mode, a non-probable variation time saving mode, and a small hit RUSH mode are provided as effect modes. Since it is clear that the small hit RUSH mode is entered by being hit, it is not possible to sufficiently improve the enjoyment of the game.

Therefore, in the characteristic part 014IW, the following configurations (means B1) to (means B6) are disclosed in order to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of improving the enjoyment of the game.

(Means B1) In the gaming machine according to the present invention, the variable means (for example, the special variable winning ball device 17) that can be changed into the enterable state and the difficult-to-enter state, and the special state in which the variable means is the enterable state (for example, the Special state control means that can be controlled to a small hit game state), special state control means that can be controlled to a special state (for example, the second KT state) in which a game value is likely to be added due to the special state, and a non-special state different from the special state While being controlled to the state (for example, the first KT state), one of the first condition (for example, the first transition condition) and the second condition (for example, the second transition condition) different from the first condition Based on the establishment, a transition means capable of transitioning from the non-special state to the special state (for example, the portion where the CPU 103 executes steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS015B), and the first suggestion effect suggesting the establishment of the first condition. (For example, a battle challenge effect or a chance battle effect) and a second suggestion effect (for example, a small hit meter effect) that suggests the establishment of the second condition can be executed in different modes (see, for example, FIG. 8-41). It is characterized in that it is provided with various suggestive effect executing means.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to give various conditions for transitioning to the special state, and it is possible to pay attention to whether the first condition or the second condition is satisfied, thereby improving amusement of the game. be able to.

(Means B2) In the means B1, the gaming machine performs variable display, the first condition is a condition that can be satisfied based on the variable display count (for example, the variable display execution count), and the second condition is The condition may be established based on the number of times the special state control is executed (for example, the number of times the small hit game state occurs).
With such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to the number of times of variable display and the number of times of execution of control in a special state, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of games.

(Means B3) In the means B1 or the means B2, the suggestive effect execution means executes the first suggestive effect and the second suggestive effect in a common period (for example, a period in which the battle challenge mode or the chance battle mode is controlled). It is possible to perform the second suggestive effect in a mode in which the visibility is lower than that of the first suggestive effect (for example, see FIG. 8-41).
According to such a configuration, while mainly focusing on the first suggestive effect, by simultaneously executing the second suggestive effect, it is possible to make both the first condition and the second condition interested. It is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

(Means B4) In any one of the means B1 to B3, control is performed to a non-specific state (for example, a low-probability state) and a specific state (for example, a high-probability state) that is easier to control than the non-specific state. Possible specific state control means and second transition means capable of transitioning from the non-special state to the normal state based on the satisfaction of the first condition when controlled to the non-specific state (for example, The CPU 103 is provided with steps 014IWS001B to 014IWS007B) and has a plurality of types of first conditions (for example, the first transition condition A that is satisfied by performing 90 variable displays and 65 variable display executions). The first transition condition B that is satisfied by the above, and the first transition condition C that is satisfied by executing the variable display 40 times may be set.
According to such a configuration, the variety of games can be enhanced and the type of the first condition can be paid attention to, so that the enjoyment of the game can be improved.

(Means B5) In the means B4, when the non-special state is controlled, the common effect in a common mode (for example, battle challenge) is controlled in the specific state and the non-specific state. Common production execution means capable of executing productions and chance battle productions, and notification productions (for example, battle challenge productions and chance battle productions) for notifying whether the common productions will continue or end according to the type of the first condition. It may be provided with a notification effect executing means capable of executing each battle effect in (1).
According to such a configuration, when the common effect is executed, it becomes difficult for the player to guess which one of the specific state and the non-specific state the control is performed, so that it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game. In addition, it is possible to pay attention to whether the common effect continues or ends, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

(Means B6) The means B5 may be provided with a continuation suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a continuation suggestion effect (for example, continuation suggestion effect) that suggests that the common effect continues before the notification effect is executed. ..
According to such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention of the notification effect before the execution of the notification effect, and improve the enjoyment of the game.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special pattern display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Winning ball device 6B ... Variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 10 ... General prize hole 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Voice control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 17 ... Special variable winning ball device 20 ... Ordinary symbol display 21 ... Gate Switch 22A, 22B... Starting opening switch 23... 1st count switch 24... 2nd count switch 30... Hitting ball operation handle 31A... Stick controller 31B... Push button 32... Movable body 41... Passage gate 100... Game control microcomputer 101, 121... ROM
102, 122... RAM
103... CPU
104, 124... Random number circuit 105, 125... I/O
120... CPU for production control
123... Display control unit

Claims (1)

There line variable display, a controllable gaming machine Advantageously advantageous state for the player,
And game media entrance permitted state can enter a game media is difficult to enter difficult state entry, a variable means which can vary in,
Special state control means capable of controlling to a special state which is a state different from the advantageous state and in which the variable means is in an enterable state,
Special state control means capable of controlling to a special state in which a game value is more likely to be imparted by the special state than a non-special state ,
When the non- special state is controlled, one of the first condition related to the variable display count and the second condition related to the number of times of the special state is satisfied. And a transition means capable of transitioning from the special state to the special state.

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