JP6769940B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine that has variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.

In the conventional game machine, if the variation display result becomes a jackpot within a certain number of fluctuation displays (predetermined period) after the end of the jackpot game (advantageous state), the number of times the decorative symbol corresponds to a plurality of variation displays. Temporarily stop and re-variate over the period, and make the period of the fluctuation display that becomes a big hit correspond to the fluctuation display period of the loss of these multiple fluctuations and the period of deriving and displaying the decorative symbol by the combination showing the big hit. (See, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-16601

However, in Patent Document 1, a signal that can identify that the variation display has ended for each variation display in which the variation display result within a predetermined period is lost is sent to the outside of the gaming machine (for example, 1: 1 to the gaming machine). When the data is output to the data lamp, etc. provided in response to the above, the player recognizes the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp, and the fluctuation display can be easily confirmed whether or not the fluctuation display result is a big hit. There will be a problem that it will be possible.

The present invention has been made by paying attention to such a problem, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of outputting information corresponding to the execution of specific notification.

The gaming machine described in means 1
It is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be variably displayed and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player.
A determination means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process process) and
An effect execution means capable of executing an effect (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect control process process) and
A signal output means (for example, CPU 103) capable of outputting a first variable display specific signal and a second variable display specific signal (for example, a special symbol confirmation signal shown in FIG. 8-8) as a signal capable of specifying the execution of variable display. Is the part that executes the processing of 113SGS209, 113SGS220, and 113SGS221 of the special symbol stop processing shown in FIG. 8-12).
With
The effect executing means controls the advantageous state by the determining means within a predetermined period (for example, in a special zone) corresponding to a period from the end of the advantageous state to the execution of the variable display a predetermined number of times. Based on the determination, a specific notification effect for notifying that the advantageous state is controlled after the elapse of the predetermined period (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-22, the variation display result is displayed in the special zone. When the jackpot is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot, the small symbol or decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating a jackpot after the special zone is finished in the variable display). ,
The signal output means
When the variable display that is not controlled to the advantageous state is executed within the predetermined period, the first variable display specific signal is output, but the second variable display specific signal is not output, and the advantageous state is output outside the predetermined period. outputs said second variable display specific signal and outputting the first variable display specific signal when the variable display uncontrolled is performed (for example, as shown in Figure 8-22, the variation in the non-Special zone In the variable display where the display result is lost, a special symbol confirmation signal is output at the end timing of the variable display, and in the variable display where the variable display result in the special zone is lost, the special symbol is output at the end timing of the variable display. The part that does not output the symbol confirmation signal),
The first variable display specific signal is output when the variable display controlled to the advantageous state is executed within the predetermined period and when the variable display controlled to the advantageous state is executed outside the predetermined period. And outputs the second variable display specific signal.
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to output a signal corresponding to the execution of the specific notification effect.

Gaming machine hand stage 2, a gaming machine according to the means 1,
Said signal output means, before SL while for the corresponding variable display that a variable display that is performed not controlled by the beneficial state does not output the second variable display specific signal within a predetermined time period, the predetermined period elapses The second variable display specific signal is output for the variable display that has been determined to be controlled to the advantageous state by the determining means (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-22). In the variation display in which the variation display result in the special zone is lost, a special symbol confirmation signal is output at the end timing of the variation display, and in the variation display in which the variation display result in the special zone is lost, the variation display is displayed. portion) does not output the special symbol decision signal at the end timing,
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of a defect in an external device.

Gaming machine Hand stage 3, a gaming machine according to the means 1 or means 2,
The signal output means has a terminal different from the second variable display specific signal, that is, a first variable display specific signal (all symbol confirmation signals) capable of specifying the execution of variable display regardless of whether or not it is in the predetermined period. can be outputted from the (e.g., as shown in Figure 8-8, from the terminal 3 at the terminals board 113SG016 is capable of outputting a full symbol decision signal, it is possible to output a special symbol determination signal from the terminal 8 parts ) ,
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, the number of times the variable display is executed can be accurately grasped in the external device.

Gaming machine Hand stage 4, a gaming machine according to any of the means 1 to means 3,
The determining means has, as the advantageous state, a first advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state of a probability variation jackpot A) and a second advantageous state (for example, a probability variation) in which the advantage for the player is lower than that of the first advantageous state. It is possible to determine to control to either the jackpot B or the jackpot gaming state of the non-probability change jackpot (for example, the part where the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type in the special symbol normal processing).
The effect executing means is
It is possible to execute a special notification effect (for example, a portion in which a small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating a probability variation jackpot A jackpot) to notify that the control is controlled to the advantageous state within the predetermined period.
When the determination means determines to control the first advantageous state before the predetermined period elapses, the special notification is given at a higher rate than when the control to the second advantageous state is determined. The effect can be executed (for example, in the special zone, if the variable display result is a big hit, the small symbol is always derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variable big hit A big hit) .
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is notified within a predetermined period that the player is controlled to the first advantageous state, which is highly advantageous to the player, so that the game enjoyment in the predetermined period can be improved.

Gaming machine Hand stage 5 is a gaming machine according to any of the means 1 to means 4,
The effect executing means can execute a special effect in a period corresponding to an execution period of a plurality of variable displays as the predetermined period (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-23, a jackpot game in the image display device 5). The part where the image 113SG005X in the inside is continuously displayed, and the part where the decorative pattern is variablely displayed in the special zone in a manner different from that in the non-special zone, as shown in FIG. 8-28 as a modification 2) .
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, it is possible to improve the interest in a predetermined period.

Gaming machine Hand stage 6 is a gaming machine according to the means 4,
The effect executing means is
A special effect can be executed in a period corresponding to the predetermined period (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-23, a portion in which the image 113SG005X during the big hit game is continuously displayed in the image display device 5 and a modification 2 As shown in FIG. 8-28, the decorative symbol is displayed in a different manner in the special zone than in the non-special zone), and the end notification effect for notifying the end of the special effect after the lapse of the predetermined period ( For example, it is possible to execute a special zone end notification effect).
If it is determined by the determination means to control the second advantageous state before the predetermined period elapses, the end notification effect is executed after the special effect is executed, and then the specific notification effect is executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-24, the special zone end notification effect is executed in the next variation display after the special zone ends, and further, the decoration is performed after the end of the special zone end notification effect in the variation display. The part where the symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed as a combination indicating a big hit) ,
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, while expecting that the special notification effect is executed during the execution of the special effect, the specific notification effect corresponding to the second advantageous state having a low advantage is executed after the end notification effect. Since the specific notification effect corresponding to the second advantageous state is not executed during the execution of the special effect, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the specific notification effect is executed during the execution of the special effect.

Gaming machine Hand stage 7, a gaming machine according to any of the means 1 to means 6,
The effect executing means is
As the variable display, the first effect variable display by the decorated first effect identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) and the second effect having at least one of the visibility and the decorativeness lower than the first effect identification information. It is possible to execute the second effect variable display based on the identification information (for example, small symbol).
When it is determined by the determination means that the advantageous state is not controlled within the predetermined period, the second effect variable display of the identification information for the second effect in a non-specific mode corresponding to the non-control to the advantageous state is displayed. Control is performed to derive and display as the display result of (for example, the part where small symbols are derived and displayed in a combination indicating loss).
When it is determined to control the advantageous state within the predetermined period, the identification information for the second effect of the non-specific mode is once displayed as the second effect variable display at the number of times corresponding to the remaining period of the predetermined period. After the provisionally derived display, control is performed to derive and display the identification information for the second effect of the specific mode corresponding to the control to the advantageous state as the display result of the second effect variable display (for example, the fluctuation in the special zone). If the variable display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit, a pseudo-continuous effect (temporary stop and re-variation of small symbols) is executed according to the number of remaining fluctuation display times in the special zone. Later, the small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating probabilistic jackpot B or non-probabilistic jackpot) ,
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, when it is determined to control to an advantageous state within a predetermined period, the identification information for the second effect of the non-specific mode is variably displayed in the second effect at the number of times corresponding to the remaining period of the predetermined period. As a result, the player can be made to recognize that the predetermined period has passed by temporarily deriving and displaying the display, so that it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable about the elapse of the predetermined period.

Gaming machine Hand stage 8 is a gaming machine according to any of the means 1 to means 7,
A game value giving means for giving a game value (for example, a prize ball) (for example, a part where the CPU 103 executes a prize ball process) and
With the game value totaling means (for example, the portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes the processing of 113SGS308 or 113SGS319 of the prize ball number display processing shown in FIG. 8-17) capable of totaling the game value given by the game value giving means. ,
A total value display means capable of displaying the total value of the game value totaled by the game value total means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the processing of 113SGS309 or 113SGS320 of the prize ball number display processing shown in FIG. 8-17. Part) and
With
The advantageous period that is advantageous to the player is a specific period (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is connected to the predetermined period and has a different advantage for the player from the predetermined period, and the predetermined period. And a special period (for example, a low probability high base state) in which the advantage for the player is different from the specific period.
The game value totaling means is a first total value (for example, the value of all the prize balls paid out during the consecutive villa) which is the total value of the game value given by the game value giving means in the advantageous period. Is possible to aggregate, and the second aggregated value (for example, paid during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A), which is the aggregated value of the game value given by the game value granting means during the specific period and the predetermined period. The number of prize balls issued and the number of prize balls paid out during the special zone) can be totaled.
The aggregated value display means can display the first aggregated value and the second aggregated value (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-23, of all the prize balls paid out during the consecutive villas. The value of the first prize ball counter, which is the total value, 113SG005A, and the number of prize balls paid out during the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A, and the second prize ball, which is the total value of the number of prize balls paid out during the special zone. The part where the value of the number counter 113SG005B can be displayed on the image display device 5),
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, the aggregated value of the game value in the advantageous period can be displayed more appropriately.

In addition, the present invention may have only the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention, and has a configuration other than the invention-specific matters together with the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention. It may be a thing.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a figure which illustrates the production control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a figure which illustrates the fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. (A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a jackpot type determination table, and (B) is a diagram showing the contents of various jackpots. It is explanatory drawing of the signal output from a terminal board. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing of the determination example of the fluctuation pattern in a special zone. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol stop processing. It is explanatory drawing of the output mode of all symbol confirmation signals and special symbol confirmation signals. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows a part example of an effect control process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prize ball display processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the prize ball number notification effect execution processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special zone end notification effect execution processing. It is a timing chart of the fluctuation display in the special zone. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display device in a big hit game and in a special zone. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in a special zone and a non-special zone. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in the modification 1. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in the modification 1. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in the modification 1. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in the special zone in the modification 2. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the image display apparatus in the special zone in the modification 2.

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

(Configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the 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 constituting the game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

A variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area). The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. 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 symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

The "variable display" of the special symbol is, for example, to display a plurality of types of special symbols in a variable manner (the same applies to other symbols described later). Variations include 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. When the special symbol or the ordinary symbol described later is changed, a plurality of types of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbols described later, a plurality of types of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. The variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is blinked and displayed. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to the variable display of other symbols described later). In addition, the variable display may be expressed as a variable display or a variable display.

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

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

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol (a symbol indicating a number or the like) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbol is synchronized with the first special figure game or the second special figure game. Is variable display. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, up and down) in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the special figure game and the variable display of the decorative pattern that are executed in synchronization are also collectively referred to as simply variable display.

On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. Hold display and active display are collectively referred to as variable display compatible display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable displays on hold is also called the number of on hold storage. The number of reserved storages corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storages corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

Further, 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 has the number of LEDs lit. The first hold storage number is displayed, and the second hold display 25B displays the second hold storage number according to the number of LED lights.

Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening that is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls may be paid out and the first special figure game may be started.

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning opening that is changed between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, so that the tip of the movable wing pieces is in a vertical position. Is close to the winning ball device 6A and is in a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the variable-sweep wing device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the tilted position when the solenoid 81 is in the ON state (second start). It is also said that the winning opening is open.) When a game ball enters the second start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls can be paid out and the second special figure game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to the one provided with an electric tulip-type accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations below the left and right of the game area), general winning openings 10 are provided, which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. In this case, when entering any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and has a large winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for special electric accessory) is off, the big winning door closes the big winning door and the game ball is large. You will not be able to enter (pass) the winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is on, the large winning opening door opens the large winning opening, and the game ball can easily enter the large winning opening. Become.

When a game ball enters the large prize opening, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When a game ball enters the large winning opening, more prize balls are paid out than when the game ball enters, for example, the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the general winning opening 10.

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

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

On the left side of the image display device 5, a passing gate 41 through which a game ball can pass is provided. Based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41, the normal drawing game is executed.

Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. The normal figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of normal figure hold storages, which is the number of normal figure games whose execution is suspended, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for game effects are further provided around the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is launched toward the game area by the rotation operation of the pachinko game machine 1 by the player on the ball striking operation handle 30. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal map game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal map game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The general map game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

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

In addition, when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening during the period during which the special figure game is being executed or during the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state described later (the start prize has occurred). If the special figure game based on the start winning cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special figure game based on the approach is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it becomes a "big hit" and a jackpot symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the above is stopped and displayed, it becomes "small hit". Further, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing".

After the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous for the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes "small hit", it is controlled to the small hit game state.

In the big hit game state, the player can obtain the prize ball by letting the game ball enter the big prize opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the opening upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and the gaming state after the big hit game state (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared, and the big hit is made according to these. The type is set. As the jackpot type, a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

In the small hit game state, the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small hit game state, the same opening mode as the big hit game state in some big hit types (the number of times the big winning opening is opened is the same as the number of rounds, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same. Etc.), the big winning opening becomes open. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

After the jackpot game state is completed, it may be controlled to a time saving state or a probability change state according to the jackpot type.

In the time saving state, control (time saving control) is executed in which the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure is changed) is shortened as compared with the normal state. In the time-saving state, the average fluctuation time of the normal map (the period during which the normal map is changed) is shortened from the normal state, and the probability of becoming a "normal map hit" in the normal map game is improved from the normal state. Controls (high opening control, high base control) that make it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening are also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol (particularly the second special symbol) is improved, which is advantageous for the player.

In the probability variation state (probability fluctuation state), in addition to the time saving control, the probability variation control in which the probability that the display result becomes a "big hit" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The probabilistic state is a state that is more advantageous for the player because it is a state in which a “big hit” is likely to occur in addition to improving the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol.

The time saving state and the probability change state continue until any one of the end conditions such as the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times and the start of the next big hit game state are satisfied first. A game whose end condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also referred to as a number cut (time cut time reduction, number cut probability change, etc.).

The normal state is a gaming state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state, a time saving state, or a probability change state, which is advantageous for the player, and the display result in the normal drawing game is "normal drawing hit". The pachinko game machine 1 such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special figure game becomes a "big hit" returns to a predetermined state after the power is turned on, such as the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed). It is in the same controlled state as (when the process is not executed).

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, it is also called a low-accuracy high-base state in a time-saving state, a high-accuracy high-base state in a probabilistic state, and a low-accuracy low-base state in a normal state.

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the game state is continuously controlled to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs. If the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the number of times cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that there may be no "small hit" as the display result of the special figure game.

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

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like / extinguishing, the operation of the movable body 32 or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first 2 In response to the start of the special figure game, the variable display of the decorative pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as the finalized special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game, the final decorative symbol (combination of three decorative symbols) that is the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol ) Is also displayed (derived) as a stop.

In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode is a variable display of a decorative symbol that has not yet been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol that has been stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination described later. It is a mode in which is continuing.

In addition, 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 (display result of the special figure game or variable display of the decorative symbol) to be "big hit" (also called big hit reliability or big hit expectation) is determined according to the production mode. Multiple different types of reach effects are performed. Reach production includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has a higher hit reliability than normal reach.

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

In the case of a "probability change jackpot" that is controlled to a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and displayed as a stop, and the probability change state is entered after the end of the jackpot game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be aligned and displayed as a stop. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a probabilistic symbol, and the even-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a non-probable variable symbol (normal symbol). After the non-probability pattern becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability jackpot" may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of big hit game state in the same mode as small hit game state) and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "missing", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, and the variable display result of the decorative symbol is a fixed decorative symbol of a non-reach combination ("" (Also referred to as "non-reach loss") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "missing", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination ("reach loss") that is not a jackpot combination. The fixed decorative symbol (also called) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "reach loss").

The effect that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can execute includes displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display during execution and a look-ahead notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution. As the look-ahead notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the usual mode may be executed.

Further, in the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative symbol, and then the variable display is restarted to make one variable display look like a plurality of variable displays in a pseudo manner. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state) By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing 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 probability state and the low probability state. You may.

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

(Board configuration)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with, for example, a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, and the like 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 game machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of hold), execution of a normal figure game (including management of hold), and a big hit. It has a function to control a game state, a small hit game state, a game state, etc.). The main board 11 includes 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, which 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 are provided.

The CPU 103 performs a process of controlling the progress of the game (a process of realizing the function of the main board 11) by executing the program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (data such as a fluctuation pattern described later, an effect control command described later, and various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. .. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped in part or in whole. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded into the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

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

The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port into which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, first hold). It is configured to include an output port for transmitting (a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc., and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). (Detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a prize-winning door. To transmit.

The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) issues an effect control command (a command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game) according to the progress of the game as a part of controlling 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 a special figure game (including a jackpot type)) and a variation pattern used when executing the special figure game (details will be described later). )), The game status (for example, the start and end of the variable display, the opening status of the large winning opening, the occurrence of winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and produces an effect (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).

The effect control board 12 is equipped with an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125.

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

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and an appropriate signal indicating the operation content). It may also instruct the control unit 123.

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 the effect based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

The display control unit 123 supplies 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, so that the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for designating the output sound) to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. Or, a lamp signal (a signal for designating a lamp lighting / extinguishing mode) 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 for driving the movable body 32.

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

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 mode designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, lamp lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, lamp signal supply, etc.), and movable body 32 control (signal supply for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

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

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11. It is configured to include the output port of.

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also referred to as sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function as in 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 operations on the main board 11 will be described. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the game control main process is executed by the CPU 103. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are made (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output ports, etc.), settings for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not 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 the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values 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 effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the game machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether or not the 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 interruption), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stop of the power supply. In this power supply stop processing, a processing of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up to the RAM 102, a data protection processing of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes addition of 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, various timer states, etc.) for advancing the game, as well as the state of the backup flag and the error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether or not 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 (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, it is determined by the parity bit or the checksum whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is 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 is 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 is stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents (contents of the backed up data) of the RAM 102. As a result, the game state at the time when the power supply is stopped is restored, and if the special symbol is changing, the change of the special symbol is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, an effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and an effect control that specifies the display result of the special figure game that is being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may want to send a command. For these commands, the same commands that are set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command that specifies the time of recovery from the power failure, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

After the restoration process or the initialization process is completed and the effect control command is transmitted to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the 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 the timer is interrupted periodically every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and interrupts are permitted (step S12). ). After that, the loop processing is started. After that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 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 to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated 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 times jackpots have occurred) and start information (starting) supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are 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). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, see See below).

Following the special symbol process processing, the normal symbol process processing is executed (step S26). By executing the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, the CPU 103 manages the execution and hold of the normal figure game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41). It enables opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per-figure". The execution of the normal figure game is performed by driving the normal symbol display 20, and the number of normal figure reservations is displayed by turning on the normal figure hold display 25C.

After executing the normal symbol process process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed as a part of the game control timer interrupt process. After that, the CPU 103 executes the command control process (step S27). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command 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 a control board on the sub side 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 terminated.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the hold storage number is executed. When the start winning is generated, the display result (including the jackpot type) and the random value for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the judgment result such as the generation of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead judgment is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

After executing the start winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when the display result is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the 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 special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. The special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the starting condition of the special figure game may be satisfied in the winning order (also referred to as winning order digestion).

When making various determinations based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the determination value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the determination result) are referred to. 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 variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this fluctuation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is used by using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. The content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.) is specified, and it is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. In this special symbol change process, the process of making settings for changing the special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol It includes processing to measure. In addition, 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 special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the fluctuation of the special symbol, and stop display (derive) the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the special symbol. Includes processing to make settings for. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the 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 special figure process flag is updated to "8". If the display result is "missing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to start the execution of the round in the big hit game state and open the big winning opening based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and the upper limit number of executions for the round are set according to which type of big hit. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the big winning opening is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the switch from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. End the processing while the jackpot is open.

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-opening process of the jackpot, a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of the round that opens the jackpot has reached the set upper limit execution number, and a jackpot game state when the upper limit execution number is reached. It includes processing to make settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-launch processing is completed.

The jackpot end process of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this jackpot end process, there is a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as an effect action for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing to make various settings to start control and time reduction control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end processing ends.

The small hit release preprocessing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting the large winning opening to be open in the small hit game state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit release preprocessing ends.

The small hit opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to measure the elapsed time from the opening state of the big winning opening and to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the processing during the small hit opening process ends.

The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. The small hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit game state is executed elapses. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end process ends.

(Main operation of the effect control board 12)
Next, the main operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. When the effect control board 12 receives the power supply voltage from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 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, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers 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 the 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, is executed.

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

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 elapses. 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 interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, 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 and turned off (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 reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or stored in the RAM 122 so that which effect control command is received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process processing or the like. Turn on the provided reception flag. 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, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and a movable body 32. Controls are performed to operate various production devices such as the driving operation of the LED. Further, regarding the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the effect control process process in step S76, the effect random number update process 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 the software. After that, the process returns to step S73. Other processes may be executed before returning to the process 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 the read-ahead notice setting process (step S161). In the look-ahead notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

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, for example, the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122.

The variable display start waiting process in 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 the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command for designating the start of the variable display is received from the main board 11. Etc. are included. When it is determined that the variable display of the decorative symbol 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 terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In this variable display start setting process, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol (fixed decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the reach effect, and various types are based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command. It is determined whether or not various effects such as a notice effect are executed, their modes, and the execution start timing. Then, an effect control pattern (a collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) that reflects the determination result and the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start executing the variable display of the decorative symbol, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is completed. The display control unit 123 starts the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 in response to the instruction to start the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol.

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , Driving the movable body 32, outputting voice and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and commanding the lamp control board 14 (illumination signal). Various effect controls are executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern, such as turning on / off / blinking the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED according to the output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or a command is received from the main board 11 to specify that the fixed decorative symbol is to be stopped and displayed. In response to what has been done, the final decorative symbol, which is the display result of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the effect process during variable display ends.

The special figure hit waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command that specifies to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state has been received from the main board 11. Then, when the effect control command for specifying the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received, if the command specifies the start of the big hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is set to "6". Update to. On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of the small hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process. In addition, when the reception waiting time of the command elapses without receiving the command specifying to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "missing". Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0". When the value of the effect process flag is updated, the waiting process for hitting the special figure ends.

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify the end of the small hit game state. Update to a certain "5" and end the small hit medium production process.

The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern 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 the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

The jackpot effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this big hit middle effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set content. Further, in the big hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is a value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the big hit game state is terminated. Update to 7 ”and end the production process during the big hit.

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 processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the setting contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the ending effect process ends.

(Modified example 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 gist of the present invention.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation 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, but the game medium is enclosed and a score is given based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed gaming machine.

Only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display may be performed by repeating the display and extinguishing of the symbol. Further, even if 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 explanation, the pachinko game machine 1 is shown as a game machine, but a medal is inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player If the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols when the symbols are stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, bonus, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided by the detachable recording medium to the computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the computer device and the like in advance. It may take the form of being distributed by installing it in the storage device of the. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from another device on the network connected via the communication line or the like by providing the communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The game can be executed not only by attaching a detachable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing the programs and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".

(Explanation of feature part in this embodiment)
Next, the feature portion of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, and shows the layout of the main members. The left side of the image display device 5 on the game board 2 of the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is formed in the left game area 113SG002L where the game ball can flow down, and the right side of the image display device 5 on the game board 2 is a game. It is formed in the right game area 113SG002R where the ball can flow down.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effects images. In the display area of the image display device 5, the variation display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variation display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game are supported. In the decorative symbol display area, which is a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols, which are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) capable of identifying each, are variablely displayed. The variable display of this decorative pattern is also included in the variable display game.

As an example, in the display area of the image display device 5, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R are arranged. Then, in the special symbol game, one of the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the variation of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is started. In each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R, the decorative symbol variation (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction) is started. After that, when the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as the variable display result in the special symbol game, the decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, 113SG005R of the image display device 5 are displayed. , The final decorative symbol (final stop symbol), which is the result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed.

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

The decorative symbols displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R vary from, for example, eight types of symbols (alphanumeric characters "1" to "8" or Chinese characters. It may be a number, an English character, eight character images related to a predetermined motif, a combination of numbers, characters or symbols and a character image, and the character image may be, for example, a person or an animal, an object other than these, or an object other than these. , Characters and other symbols, or decorative images showing any other figure). Each of the decorative symbols has a corresponding symbol number. For example, a symbol number of "1" to "8" is assigned to each of the alphanumeric characters indicating "1" to "8". The number of decorative patterns is not limited to eight, and may be any number as long as an appropriate number of combinations such as "big hit" combinations and "missing" combinations can be configured (for example, seven types). 9 types, etc.).

After the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, until the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, each decorative symbol display area 113SG005L, 113SG005C, 113SG005R of "left", "middle", and "right" In, for example, scroll display is performed so as to flow from top to bottom in order from the one with the smallest symbol number to the one with the largest symbol number, and when the decorative symbol with the maximum symbol number (for example, "8") is displayed, the process continues. The decorative symbol having the smallest symbol number (for example, "1") is displayed. Alternatively, in at least one of the decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R (for example, the decorative symbol display area 5L on the "left"), scroll display is performed from the one with the largest symbol number to the one with the smallest symbol number, and the symbol is displayed. When the decorative symbol having the smallest number is displayed, the decorative symbol having the largest number may be displayed subsequently.

A first reserved storage display area 113SG005D and a second reserved storage display area 113SG005U are set at two locations on the left and right below the display area of the image display device 5. In the first hold storage display area 113SG005D and the second hold storage display area 113SG005U, a hold storage display for identifiablely displaying the hold storage number (special figure hold storage number) of the variable display corresponding to the special figure game is performed.

Here, in the hold of the variable display corresponding to the special figure game, the game ball passes (enters) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B. ) Generates based on the starting prize. That is, the start condition (also referred to as "execution condition") for executing the variable display game such as the special figure game or the variable display of the decorative symbol is satisfied, but the variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition that allows the start of the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko game machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot game state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Will be done. In this embodiment, the hold memory display generated based on the start winning due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first starting winning opening is displayed as a round white display, and the game ball passes through the second starting winning opening (entering). The hold memory display generated based on the start winning by entering) is similarly made into a round white display.

In the following description, the first hold storage display area 113SG005D and the second hold storage display area 113SG005U may be referred to as hold display areas, and the number of hold storages is the first hold storage display area 113SG005D and the second hold storage display. It can be recognized by the number of hold storage displays displayed in the area 113SG005U. Further, the display in which the hold storage displays are collected may be referred to as a hold display.

Whether the hold display in the first hold storage display area 113SG005D and the second hold storage display area 113SG005U is generated based on the start prize caused by the game ball passing (entering) the first start prize opening, or the second The display mode (for example, display color and shape) may be different depending on whether the game ball is generated based on the start winning by passing (entering) the starting winning opening. In this embodiment, "execution" and "execution" are synonymous.

Further, at the left end of the image display device 5, a small symbol display area 113SG005S including small symbols of "left", "middle", and "right" that fluctuate in conjunction with the variation display of the decorative symbol is also arranged. The small symbol in the feature portion of the present embodiment is smaller than the decorative symbol and is displayed at the lower right of the image display device 5, so that the symbol has lower visibility and decorativeness than the decorative symbol. The present invention is not limited to this, and the small symbol may be a symbol having lower visibility and decorativeness than the decorative symbol.

The left game area 113SG002L is a game area in which the (left-handed) game ball launched relatively weakly by the operation of the hitting operation handle 30 flows down, and the right game area 113SG002R is the left game area 113SG002L by the operation of the hitting operation handle 30. This is a game area in which a game ball launched (right-handed) stronger than the game ball flowing down passes through the upper path 113SG002C of the image display device 5 and flows down.

Further, two general winning openings 113SG010A and 113SG010B are arranged in the left game area 113SG002L, and in the right game area 113SG002R, the passing gate 113SG041 and the variable winning ball are arranged from the upstream side to the downstream side of the right game area 113SG002R. The device 113SG006B, the general winning opening 113SG010C, and the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 are arranged in this order. That is, the game ball flowing down the left game area 113SG002L can win a prize in the first starting winning opening formed by the general winning openings 113SG010A, 113SG010B and the winning ball device 6A, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 113SG002R , The second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, 113SG010C and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 can be won, and can pass through the passing gate 113SG041. That is, the game ball flowing down the right game area 113SG002R can first pass through the passing gate 113SG041, and then the second starting winning opening, the general winning opening 113SG010C, and the large winning opening can be won in this order.

As shown in FIG. 8-2, the switch circuit 110 in the present embodiment includes a gate switch 21 for detecting a game ball passing through the passing gate 113SG041 and a game ball winning a prize in the first starting winning opening. The first start port switch 22A for detecting, the second start port switch 22B for detecting the game ball winning in the second start winning opening, and the second for detecting the game ball winning in the big winning opening. 1 count switch 113SG023A, 2nd count switch 113SG023B for detecting a game ball winning a prize in the general winning opening 113SG010A,
A third count switch 113SG023C for detecting a game ball winning a prize in the general winning opening 113SG010B and a fourth count switch 113SG023D for detecting a game ball winning a prize in the general winning opening 113SG010D are connected.

As shown in FIG. 8-1, a plurality of obstacle nails 113SGK1 are arranged between the winning ball device 6A, the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, the general winning opening 113SG010C, and the special variable winning ball device 113SG007. Therefore, the game ball flowing down the left game area 113SG002L cannot win the second start winning opening, the general winning opening 113SG010C, and the large winning opening, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 113SG002R cannot win the first starting prize. It is not possible to win a prize in the mouth, the general winning opening 113SG010A and the general winning opening 113SG010B.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the player launches the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R during the big hit game or the time saving state, the game ball flowing down the right game area 113SG002R wins the second start. It is possible to win a prize in the mouth, the general winning opening 113SG010C, and the large winning opening.

Further, a plurality of obstacle nails 113SGK2 and 113SGK3 are arranged around the normal drawing start winning opening 113SG042 in the right game area 113SG002R. That is, in the present embodiment, the number of winning balls to the general winning opening 113SG010C during the big hit game can be adjusted by these obstacle nails 113SGK2 and 113SGK3.

FIG. 8-3 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the present embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-3 (A) is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-3 (A), the command 8001H is a first variation start command for designating the variation start in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The command 8002H is a second variation start command for designating the variation start in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variablely displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a fluctuation pattern specification command that specifies a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the variation pattern specification command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be specified.

The command 8CXXXH is a variable display result designation command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result specification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), the determination result (predetermined result) of whether the variable display result is "miss" or "big hit" and the variable display result are displayed. Different EXT data are set according to the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of a plurality of types the jackpot type is set in the case of "big hit".

In the variation display result designation command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), the command 8C00H is the first variation display result designation command indicating the predetermined result that the variation display result is “missing”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probability variable big hit A" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probability variable big hit B" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "non-probable variable big hit" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C04H is a sixth variation display result designation command for notifying the predetermined result that the variation display result is a "small hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L, 113SG005C, and 113SG005R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the game state designation command, different EXT data are set according to, for example, the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is used as the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low probability low base state, normal state) in which neither the time saving control nor the probability variation control is performed, and the command 9501H is executed by the time saving control. On the other hand, it is a second game state specification command corresponding to a game state (low probability high base state, time saving state) in which probability change control is not performed. Further, the command 9502H is set as a third game state designation command corresponding to a gaming state (high accuracy high base state, probability variation state with time reduction) in which both time reduction control and probability variation control are performed.

The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a "fanfare command") for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of a big hit game or a small hit game. The command A1XXH is a notification command during the opening of the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening is in the open state in the big hit game state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that it is a period during which the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit game state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game or the small hit.

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variation display result specification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result specification command. .. In the notification command during opening of the large winning opening and the notification command after opening of the large winning opening, different EXT data correspond to, for example, the number of round executions (for example, "1" to "16") in the normal open big hit state and the high-speed open big hit state. Is set.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A has been satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 113SG006B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B has been satisfied.

The command C1XXH is a first hold storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure hold storage number in order to be able to specify the special figure hold storage number. The command C2XXH is a second hold storage number notification command for notifying the second special figure hold storage number in order to make it possible to specify the special figure hold storage number. The first hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the first start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The second hold memory number notification command is used when, for example, a second start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition, the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command are used in the special figure game when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (when the hold storage number decreases). It may be transmitted in response to the start of execution.

Instead of the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command, the total hold storage number notification command for notifying the total hold storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

The command C3XXH is a prize ball number notification command for making it possible to specify the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the winning of a game ball in each winning opening. The command C401H is a special zone notification command for notifying the start of the special zone described later, and the command C402H is a special zone notification command for notifying the end of the special zone described later.

FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the main board 11. As shown in FIG. 8-4, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, on the side of the main board 11, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the variation pattern determination are used. Numerical data indicating each of the random number value MR3 and the random number value MR4 for determining the display result of the normal map is controlled so as to be countable. Random values other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

The random number circuit 104 may count numerical data indicating a part or all of these random number values MR1 to MR4. The CPU 103 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 104, such as a random counter provided in a game control counter setting unit (not shown) of the RAM 102, and updates various numerical data by software to update the random number values MR1 to MR1. Numerical data indicating a part of MR4 may be counted.

The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the variable display result such as a special symbol in the special figure game as a “big hit” to the big hit game state, for example. It takes a value in the range of "1" to "65536". The random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is used to determine the jackpot type to be one of "probability variation jackpot A", "probability variation jackpot B", and "non-probability variation jackpot" when the variable display result is "big hit". It is a random value used, and takes a value in the range of "1" to "100", for example.

The random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is a random value used to determine the fluctuation pattern in the fluctuation display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to one of a plurality of types prepared in advance, and is, for example, "1" to "1" to "". It takes a value in the range of 997.

The random value MR4 for determining the normal figure display result is used to determine whether the variable display result in the normal figure game by the normal symbol display 20 is "per normal figure" or "missing normal figure". It is a random number value to be obtained, and takes a value in the range of "1" to "997", for example.

FIG. 8-5 shows the fluctuation pattern in the feature portion of the present embodiment. In the feature portion of the present embodiment, it is a period from after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A to the execution of 32 special figure games (32 variation display) in the high accuracy high base state, and the variation display result is If the jackpot is a jackpot, the jackpot type is probable variation. Whether or not the percentage of jackpot A is higher in the special zone than in the non-special zone, and if the variable display result is "missing", the variable display of the decorative pattern Multiple fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the mode is "non-reach" and the case where the mode is "reach", and the case where the fluctuation display result is "big hit" or "small hit". Is prepared in advance. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variation display result is "loss" and the variation display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach loss variation pattern") and varies. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is "loss" and the variation display mode of the decorative symbol is "reach" is called a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "reach loss variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the loss fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the fluctuation display result is “loss”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the fluctuation display result is "big hit" is called a jackpot fluctuation pattern.

The jackpot fluctuation pattern and reach fluctuation pattern in the non-special zone include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a normal reach reach effect is executed, and a super reach variation pattern in which a super reach reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β is executed. There is. In this embodiment, only one type of normal reach fluctuation pattern is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and like the super reach, a plurality of normal reach α, normal reach β, ... The normal reach fluctuation pattern of is also provided. Further, as for the super reach fluctuation pattern, three or more super reach fluctuation patterns such as super reach γ may be provided in addition to the super reach α and the super reach β.

The fluctuation pattern in the present embodiment also includes a fluctuation pattern (PE1-1) of a special hit corresponding to the case where the fluctuation display result is a “small hit”.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the special figure fluctuation time of the normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed in the non-special zone is set shorter than the super reach fluctuation patterns of super reach α and super reach β. Has been done. Further, regarding the special figure fluctuation time of the super reach fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β in this embodiment is executed, the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of super reach β is executed is the one. However, the special figure fluctuation time is set longer than the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of the super reach α is executed.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, as described above, in the non-special zone, the expectation of a big hit in which the variable display result becomes a "big hit" in the order of super reach β, super reach α, and normal reach increases. Since it is set, in the normal reach fluctuation pattern and the super reach fluctuation pattern, the longer the fluctuation time, the higher the expectation of big hit.

Next, regarding the fluctuation pattern in the special zone, when the fluctuation display result is "miss" (PA1-4) and when the fluctuation display result is "big hit" and the jackpot type is "probability change jackpot A" (PC1- The special figure fluctuation time is set to be the same as in 1) (both are 3 seconds). That is, when the probability variation jackpot A occurs in the special zone (when the probability variation jackpot A is "big hit" and the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot A" in the 32 fluctuation display after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot), the probability variation jackpot A is every 3 seconds. When the variation display is repeatedly executed, the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating "probability variation jackpot A" in a short time (3 seconds from the start of the variation) without executing the reach effect or the like on the image display device 5. To.

Further, regarding the fluctuation patterns in the special zone, there are a plurality of fluctuation patterns (shown in FIG. 8-5) when the fluctuation display result is "big hit" and the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot B" or "non-probability variation jackpot". In the example, 32 fluctuation patterns from PD1-1 to PD1-32) are provided.

The fluctuation patterns PD1-N (N is an integer of 1-32) for "probability change jackpot B" and "non-probability change jackpot" in these special zones re-change the temporary stop of the decorative symbol at intervals of 3 seconds from the start of fluctuation. This is a variation pattern for deriving and displaying a decorative symbol in a combination indicating "probability variation jackpot B" or "non-probability variation jackpot" after executing the pseudo-continuous effect N times.

In this embodiment, as will be described later, these fluctuation patterns are determined first, such as a non-reach type, a normal reach type, a super reach type, and the like. from, rather than determining the variation pattern to run from fluctuation patterns belonging to the type that the determined, as determined using only random numbers MR3 for variation pattern determined without determining these types However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in addition to the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, a random value for determining the variation pattern type is provided, and the random value for determining the variation pattern type is provided. from after previously determined the type of variation patterns may be determined variation pattern that run from fluctuation patterns belonging to the type that the determined.

FIG. 8-6 shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the feature portion of the present embodiment, the special figure display result determination table common to the first special figure and the second special figure is used as the special figure display result determination table, but the present invention is limited to this. It is also possible to use individual special figure display result determination tables for the first special figure and the second special figure.

The special figure display result determination table shows the variable display result in the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Before the definite special symbol is derived and displayed, it is referred to to determine whether or not to control the variable display result as a "big hit" to the big hit game state based on the random number value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. It is a table to be played.

In the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-6, depending on whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a time saving state (low probability state), or a probability change state (high probability state). A numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit" or "missing".

In the special figure display result judgment table, the table data indicating the judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment determines whether or not to control the special figure display result as a "big hit" to the big hit game state. It is the judgment data assigned to the result. In the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-6, when the gaming state is the probability change state (high probability state), more judgment values are obtained than when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). It is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit". As a result, in the probability change state (high probability state) in which the probability change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is controlled as a "big hit" in the big hit game state in the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Then, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "big hit" to the big hit gaming state is higher than the probability of being determined (about 1/300 in this embodiment) (about 1/30 in this embodiment). ). That is, in the special figure display result determination table, it is determined that when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probability changing state (high probability state), it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as compared with the case of the normal state or the time saving state. The determination data is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state so that the probability is high.

In the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-6, the number of determination values assigned to the "small hit" is the same regardless of whether or not the gaming state is in the probability variation state. That is, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, the probability that the variation display result becomes a "big hit" is in the probability variation state (high probability state) than in the case where the game state is the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Although it is set higher in some cases, the probability that the variable display result will be a "small hit" is different depending on whether the game state is a normal state or a time saving state (low probability state) or a probability change state (high probability state). It is set to be the same as in some cases.

FIG. 8-7 shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination table in the feature portion of the present embodiment has a plurality of jackpot types based on the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type when it is determined to control the jackpot game state with the special figure display result as "big hit". A table referenced to determine one of the types. In the jackpot type determination table, whether the special symbol whose variation is displayed (variable) in the special symbol game is the first special symbol (special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A) or the second special symbol (second special symbol). Depending on whether it is a special figure game by the symbol display device 4B), the numerical values (judgment values) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type are "non-probability variation jackpot", "probability variation jackpot A", and "probability variation jackpot". It is assigned to a plurality of types of jackpots such as "B" and "non-probability variable jackpot".

Here, the jackpot type in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 8-7 (B). In the present embodiment, high accuracy control and time saving control are executed as the jackpot type after the end of the jackpot game state. Probability change jackpot A and probability variation jackpot B that shift to the high accuracy high base state, and non-probability change jackpot that shifts to the low accuracy high base state by executing only the time saving control after the end of the jackpot game state are set. ..

The jackpot game state by the "probability variation jackpot A" is a normal open jackpot in which the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 is repeatedly executed 16 times (so-called 16 rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 to the first state which is advantageous for the player. On the other hand, the jackpot game state by the "probability variation jackpot B" is a normal open jackpot in which the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 is repeatedly executed five times (so-called five rounds) to change it to the first state advantageous to the player. .. In addition, the jackpot game state by "non-probability variation jackpot" is a normal open jackpot that is repeatedly executed five times (so-called five rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 to the first state that is advantageous to the player. .. Therefore, the "probability change jackpot A" may be referred to as a 16-round (16R) probability variation jackpot, and the "probability variation jackpot B" may be referred to as a 5-round (5R) probability variation jackpot. It should be noted that the probability variation control and the time saving control are not executed during the big hit game of any of the big hit types.

Further, although not particularly shown, the small hit game state in the present embodiment changes the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 to the first state advantageous to the player twice, and makes the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 extremely short. Open for a period (eg, 0.1 seconds). After the small hit game is completed, the game state immediately before the small hit game is inherited.

The high-accuracy control and the time-saving control executed after the end of the jackpot gaming state of the probability variation jackpot A and the probability variation jackpot B are continuously executed until the jackpot occurs again after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Therefore, when the jackpot that occurs again is the probability variation jackpot A or the probability variation jackpot B, the high accuracy control and the time saving control are executed again after the end of the jackpot gaming state, so that the jackpot gaming state does not go through the normal state. It becomes a so-called consecutive villa state that occurs continuously. In particular, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed, until 32 special figure games (32 variable displays) are executed, or the 32 special figure games. It may be controlled to the above-mentioned special zone until the variable display result becomes a big hit, and may be controlled to the big hit game of the probabilistic big hit A through the variable display for 3 seconds in the special zone.

On the other hand, the time saving control executed after the end of the big hit game state by the "non-probability change big hit" is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this embodiment), or the special figure game of the predetermined number of times. It ends when it becomes a big hit game state before it is executed.

In the setting example of the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), "probability variation jackpot A" and "probability variation jackpot B" are used depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. , "Non-probability variable jackpot" is assigned different judgment values for the jackpot type. That is, when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the judgment value in the predetermined range (the value in the range of "81" to "100") is the "probability change jackpot B" with a smaller number of rounds than the "probability change jackpot A". When the variable special figure is the second special figure, a smaller number of judgment values than when the variable special figure is the first special figure is the big hit of "probability variable big hit B". It is assigned to the type. With such a setting, the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied. When the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is satisfied. Therefore, the ratio of determining the jackpot type to "probability variation jackpot B" with a small number of rounds can be made different. In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, the jackpot type is set to "probability variable jackpot B", and the ratio of controlling to the normal open jackpot state where the number of rounds is smaller than that of "probability variable jackpot A" is small. It is possible to avoid the frequent occurrence of big hit games with few prize balls and prevent the game from being deteriorated.

In the setting example of the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), the allocation of the determination value for the jackpot type of "non-probability variation" is determined by whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. Since it is the same regardless of whether it exists, the probability of becoming a non-probable big hit and the probability of becoming a probable big hit are the same regardless of whether the variable special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. It is said that.

Therefore, as described above, the assignment of the judgment value to the "probability change jackpot B" differs depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure, and the "probability change jackpot A" is used. The assignment of the judgment value to "" also differs depending on whether the variable special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure, and for "probability variable jackpot A" with many rounds, the variable special figure is the second special figure. It is set so that the case of is easier to determine than the case of the first special figure.

When the variable special figure is the second special figure, the determination value may not be assigned to the big hit type of "probability variable big hit B". By doing so, when the variable special map is the second special map, the jackpot type is not determined to be "probability variable jackpot B", which has a smaller number of lands than "probable variable jackpot A". It is possible to avoid the frequent occurrence of the big hit game of "probability change big hit B", which is obtained less prize balls than the big hit game of "probability change big hit A", and to prevent the game interest from being deteriorated.

In addition, the feature section of the present embodiment illustrates a mode in which the jackpot type is determined by referring to different table data depending on whether the variable special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is determined by referring to the table data common to the case where the variable special figure is the first special figure and the case where the variable special figure is the second special figure. It may be.

The RAM 102 in the present embodiment is provided with, for example, a game control data holding area (not shown) as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control data holding area includes a first special figure holding storage unit, a second special figure holding storage unit, a normal drawing holding storage unit, a game control flag setting unit, a game control timer setting unit, and a game control counter. It has a setting unit and a game control buffer setting unit.

The first special figure reservation storage unit is a special figure in which the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A and a starting prize (first starting winning) is generated, but has not yet started. The reserved data of the game (the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the first starting winning opening, and satisfies the first starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number of stored items reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended, and the variation display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

In the second special figure reservation storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, and a starting winning (second starting winning) is generated, but the special drawing has not been started yet. The reserved data of the figure game (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the second starting winning opening, and satisfies the second starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended, and the variation display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

It should be noted that the hold information (first hold information) based on the establishment of the first start condition due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first start winning opening and the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening. The hold information (second hold information) based on the establishment of the second start winning prize may be stored in association with the hold number in the common hold storage unit. In this case, the start port data indicating which of the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening the game ball has passed (entered) may be included in the hold information and stored in association with the hold number. ..

Although the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 113SG041 is detected by the gate switch 21, the normal figure holding storage unit has the holding information of the normal figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 20, and the normal figure start Although the game ball that has won the prize opening 113SG042 is detected by the normal symbol start switch 113SG024, the hold information of the regular game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 20 is stored. For example, the Fuzu hold storage unit associates the game ball with the hold number in the order in which the game ball passes through (wins) the passing gate 113SG041 and the Fuzu start winning opening 113SG042, and the random number circuit 104 etc. Numerical data or the like indicating the random number value MR4 for determining the normal map display result extracted from the data is stored as reserved data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”).

The game control flag setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can update the state according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control flag setting unit stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

The game control timer setting unit is provided with various timers used to control the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit stores data indicating timer values for each of a plurality of types of timers.

The game control counter setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting the count values used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit stores data indicating count values for each of a plurality of types of counters. Here, the game control counter setting unit may be provided with a random counter for the CPU 103 to count a part or all of the game random numbers so that they can be updated by software.

In the random counter of the game control counter setting unit, a random number value not generated by the random number circuit 104, for example, numerical data indicating the random number values MR2 to MR4 is stored as a random count value, and periodically according to the execution of the software by the CPU 103. Numerical data indicating each random number value is updated targetly or irregularly. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the operation of updating the numerical data in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. The random count value may be updated by performing a predetermined process such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or a part of the numerical data.

The game control buffer setting unit is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control buffer setting unit stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided on the main substrate 11 in the feature portion of the present embodiment via the terminal substrate 113SG016 provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. An information output circuit 113SG112 for outputting various signals to a management device such as a management computer of the pachinko game hall and a data lamp provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the pachinko game machine 1 is also mounted.

The terminal board 113SG016 is provided with a plurality of terminals for outputting signals, and different signals are output from each terminal. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-8, a prize ball signal from terminal 1, a door opening signal from terminal 2, all symbol confirmation signals from terminal 3, all start winning opening signals from terminal 4, and terminals. 1 jackpot signal is output from 5, 2 jackpot signals are output from terminal 6, 3 jackpot signals are output from terminal 7, a special symbol confirmation signal is output from terminal 8, a winning signal is output from terminal 9, and a security signal is output from terminal 10. It has become like.

Among these signals, the prize ball signal is a signal that is output for 0.1 seconds every time 10 prize balls are paid out, and the door opening signal is output during the opening of the game machine frame 3 (game). It is a signal (output from the timing when the machine frame 3 is opened to the timing when it is closed), and all the symbol confirmation signals are for 0.5 seconds (0.8 seconds in the high base state) every time the special symbol is stopped. The all-start winning opening signal is a signal that is output for 0.1 seconds each time a game ball is awarded to the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. Yes, the jackpot 1 signal is a signal output during the jackpot game (output from the start timing to the end timing of the jackpot game), and the jackpot 2 signal is output during the jackpot middle and high base states (first hit). It is a signal (output from the start timing of the jackpot game to the timing when the 100 fluctuation display after the end of the jackpot game of non-probability change jackpot ends), and the jackpot 3 signal is output during the high base state (big hit of the probability variation jackpot). It is a signal (output from the end timing of the game to the start of the next big hit game, and from the end timing of the big hit game of the non-probability change big hit to the timing when the 100-time variation display ends).

In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode in which different signals can be output from each terminal on the terminal board 113SG016 is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the specification on the terminal board 113SG016 is specified. A plurality of signals (for example, all symbol confirmation signals and special symbol confirmation signals) may be output from the terminal of.

Furthermore, the special symbol confirmation signal is when the variation display result after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A until the end of the 32 fluctuation display is lost (that is, when the variation display result is lost during the special zone). Except for, it is a signal that is output for 0.5 seconds (0.8 seconds in the case of high base state) every time the special symbol is stopped, and the winning signal is a prize according to the winning of the game ball to all winning openings. It is a signal output for 0.1 seconds for every 10 balls.

In addition, the security signal is 30 seconds from the timing when the power is turned on to the pachinko game machine 1, 240 seconds from the time when the abnormal prize is detected, from the time when the magnetic abnormality is detected to the power failure, and after the power failure. It is a signal that is output for 240 seconds from the timing when the power is turned on to 1 and for 240 seconds from the timing when the switch abnormality is detected.

The all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal in the feature portion of the present embodiment are both signals for notifying the external device of the pachinko gaming machine 1 that the special symbol has stopped. The external device to be notified is different between the symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal. Specifically, the all symbol confirmation signal is a signal output to a management device such as a management computer of the game hall where the pachinko game machine 1 is provided, and the special symbol confirmation signal is the pachinko game machine 1. It is a signal output to a data lamp provided in a one-to-one correspondence.

In the present embodiment, the prize ball signal, the door opening signal, the all symbol confirmation signal, the all start winning opening signal, the big hit 1 signal, the big hit 2 signal, the big hit 3 signal, the special symbol confirmation signal, and the winning signal are transmitted from the terminal board 113SG016. , However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the terminal board 113SG016 is, for example, by entering (winning) each winning opening or out opening. The out signal may be output for 0.1 seconds every time the number of game balls discharged from the pachinko game machine 1 reaches 10.

Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-9 is a flowchart showing an example of the game control timer interrupt processing in the feature portion of the present embodiment. In the game control timer interrupt process, the CPU 103 executes the prize ball process (113SGS22a) for paying out the prize ball after executing the switch process (S21) and the main side error process (S22). In the prize ball processing, the CPU 103 of the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, the first count switch 113SG023A, the second count switch 113SG023B, the third count switch 113SG023C, and the fourth count switch 113SG023D in the switch processing Of these, the prize balls are paid out according to the switch that received the detection signal, and the transmission setting of the prize ball number notification command according to the number of paid out prize balls is set. After that, the information output process (S23), the random number update process for games (S24), the special symbol process process (S25), the normal symbol process process (S26), and the command control process (S27) may be executed.

FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing an example of the fluctuation pattern setting process shown in FIG. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 first refers to the value set in the special zone counter, which will be described later, and determines whether or not it is in the special zone (113SGS161). If it is not in the special zone (113SGS161; N), it proceeds to 13SGS168, and if it is in the special zone (113SGS161: Y), it is further determined whether or not the jackpot flag is set (113SGS162). If the jackpot flag is not set (113SGS162; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS166, and if the jackpot flag is set (113SGS162; Y), it is determined whether or not the jackpot type of the jackpot is a probability variation jackpot A. (113SGS163).

When the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A (113SGS163; Y), the fluctuation pattern determination table for the probability variation jackpot A in the special zone is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS164), and the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot B. Alternatively, in the case of a non-probability change jackpot (113SGS163; N), the special zone medium probability variation jackpot B / non-probability variation jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table corresponding to the value of the special zone counter is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS165).

Further, when the big hit flag is not set in 113SGS162 (113SGS162; N), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is further set (113SGS166). If the small hit flag is not set (113SGS166; N), the fluctuation pattern determination table for loss in the special zone is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS167). If the small hit flag is set, the process proceeds to 113SGS171. ..

On the other hand, when the 113SGS161 is not in the special zone, that is, when "0" is set in the special zone counter (113SGS161; N), it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is set (113SGS168). When the jackpot flag is set (113SGS168; Y), the variation pattern determination table for medium jackpot in the non-special zone is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS169). When the jackpot flag is not set (113SGS168; N), , It is determined whether or not the small hit flag is set (113SGS170). If the small hit flag is set (113SGS170; Y), the process proceeds to 113SGS171. Then, in 113SGS171, the variation pattern determination table for small hits is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180.

Further, when the small hit flag is not set in 113SGS170 (113SGS170; N), it is determined whether or not the time saving flag is set (113SGS172). When the time saving flag is set (113SGS172; Y), the loss variation pattern determination table D described later is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS173). When the time saving flag is not set (113SGS172; N), the time saving flag is not set. It is determined whether or not the total number of pending storages is 2 or more (113SGS174). When the total number of reserved storages is 1 or less (113SGS174; N), the loss variation pattern determination table A described later is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS175), and when the total number of reserved storages is 2 or more (113SGS174; N). 113SGS174; Y) further determines whether or not the total number of pending storages is abnormal by 5 (113SGS176).

When the total number of pending storages is 4 or less (113SGS176; N), the loss variation pattern determination table B described later is selected and the process proceeds to 113SGS180 (113SGS177), and when the total number of reserved storages is 5 or more (113SGS176; N). 113SGS176; Y) selects the loss pattern determination table C, which will be described later, and proceeds to 113SGS180.

Then, in the 113SGS180, for example, by referring to the selected variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination stored in the variation random number buffer or the like, a plurality of types of variation patterns can be obtained. It is decided to be either (S170).

In the loss pattern determination table A, the non-reach loss variation pattern without shortening (PA1-1), the normal reach loss variation pattern in the non-special zone (PA2-1), and the super in the non-special zone. A predetermined disturbance within the range that the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take for the fluctuation pattern of reach α loss (PA2-2) and the fluctuation pattern of super reach β loss in the non-special zone (PA2-3). A numerical value is assigned as a judgment value. Further, in the variation pattern determination table B for loss, the variation pattern of shortened non-reach loss (PA1-2) corresponding to the total number of reserved memories of 2 to 4 and the variation pattern of normal reach loss in the non-special zone (PA2). -1), fluctuation pattern for super reach α loss in the non-special zone (PA2-2), fluctuation pattern for super reach β loss in the non-special zone (PA2-3) A predetermined random value within the range that the numerical value MR3 can take is assigned as a determination value. Further, in the variation pattern determination table C for loss, the variation pattern of shortened non-reach loss (PA1-3) corresponding to the total number of reserved memories of 5 to 8 and the variation pattern of normal reach loss in the non-special zone (PA2). -1), fluctuation pattern for super reach α loss in the non-special zone (PA2-2), fluctuation pattern for super reach β loss in the non-special zone (PA2-3) A predetermined random value within the range that the numerical value MR3 can take is assigned as a determination value. Further, in the variation pattern determination table D for loss, the variation pattern of the shortened non-reach loss (PA1-4) corresponding to the time reduction control (during the high base including the special zone), and the variation of the normal reach loss in the non-special zone. Fluctuation pattern determination for pattern (PA2-1), fluctuation pattern of super reach α loss in non-special zone (PA2-2), fluctuation pattern of super reach β loss in non-special zone (PA2-3) A predetermined random number value is assigned as a determination value in the range that the MR3 can take.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the fluctuation time of the non-reach loss fluctuation pattern (PA1-2) is shorter than that of the non-reach loss fluctuation pattern (PA1-1) without shortening, and further, the fluctuation pattern (PA1). The fluctuation time of the non-reach loss fluctuation pattern (PA1-3) is shorter than that of -2). Therefore, when the number of reserved memories increases, the fluctuation pattern of non-reach loss with a short fluctuation time is determined, so that the reserved memories are easily digested, and the number of reserved memories reaches the upper limit of 4. Occasionally, by winning a start, it becomes difficult for a useless start prize that is not stored on hold to occur, and when the number of stored memories decreases, the fluctuation time is long and the fluctuation pattern of non-reach loss without shortening ( By determining PA1-1), it becomes possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game due to the fact that the variable display is not executed because the variable display time becomes long.

Further, in the fluctuation pattern determination table for medium jackpots in the non-special zone, the fluctuation pattern of the normal reach jackpot in the non-special zone (PB1-1) and the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot in the non-special zone (PB1-2). , A predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value to the fluctuation pattern (PB1-3) of the super reach β jackpot in the non-special zone.

Further, in the variation pattern determination table for small hits, all random values in the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can take are assigned as determination values to the variation pattern PE1-1 for special hits (small hits). Has been done.

Further, in the fluctuation pattern determination table for the jackpot A in the special zone, all the disturbances in the range that the random number value MR3 for the fluctuation pattern determination can take for the fluctuation pattern (PC1-1) of the jackpot in the special zone. A numerical value is assigned as a judgment value. Further, in the variation pattern determination table for loss in the special zone, the variation pattern determination disorder for the shortened non-reach loss variation pattern (PA1-4) corresponding to the time reduction control (in the high base including the special zone). All random values in the range that the numerical value MR3 can take are assigned as determination values.

Then, in the variation pattern determination table for the probability variation jackpot B / non-probability variation jackpot in each special zone, as shown in FIG. 8-11, a plurality of variation patterns (PD1-1 to PD1-32) for executing the pseudo-continuous effect Of these, all random numbers within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can take are assigned as determination values to one variation pattern corresponding to the number of fluctuations (value of the special zone counter) in the special zone. There is.

That is, when the value of the special zone counter is "32" (the first fluctuation in the special zone), the pseudo-continuous effect is executed 32 times in the fluctuation pattern determination table for the probability variation jackpot B / non-probability variation jackpot in the special zone. When all random numbers in the range that the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take are assigned as judgment values to the fluctuation pattern (PD1-32) of the jackpot, and the value of the special zone counter is "31". (Second fluctuation in the special zone) In the special zone medium probability change jackpot B / non-probability change jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table, the fluctuation pattern (PD1-31) of the jackpot that executes the pseudo-continuous production 31 times is changed. Random value for pattern judgment All random values in the range that MR3 can take are assigned as judgment values, and the special zone when the value of the special zone counter is "30" (third fluctuation in the special zone) In the fluctuation pattern judgment table for medium probability variation jackpot B and non-probability variation jackpot, the random value MR3 for fluctuation pattern determination is within the range that can be taken for the fluctuation pattern (PD1-30) of the jackpot that executes the pseudo-continuous effect 30 times. All random value values are assigned as judgment values ... When the value of the special zone counter is "1" (the 32nd fluctuation in the special zone), the fluctuation pattern for the special zone medium probability variation jackpot B / non-probability variation jackpot In the judgment table, all random values in the range that the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take are assigned as the judgment values to the fluctuation pattern (PD1-1) of the jackpot that executes the pseudo-continuous effect once. There is.

Therefore, when the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit in the first fluctuation display in the special zone, the image display device 5 executes a pseudo-continuous effect 32 times. Later, when the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot, and the variation display result is the jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot in the second variation display in the special zone. After 31 pseudo-continuous effects are executed on the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B and the non-probability variation jackpot, and the variation display result is the jackpot in the third variation display in the special zone. In addition, when the jackpot type is probabilistic jackpot B or non-probable variable jackpot, the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating probabilistic jackpot B or non-probable variable jackpot after 30 pseudo-continuous effects are executed on the image display device 5. ... When the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit in the 32nd fluctuation display in the special zone, one pseudo continuous effect is executed on the image display device 5. Later, the decorative design is derived and displayed in a combination indicating a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot.

As described above, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, when the fluctuation pattern is determined in the fluctuation display in the low probability and low base state of the game state, the fluctuation pattern determination table for medium and large hits in the non-special zone and the small hit The variation pattern is determined by selecting any of the variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern determination table A for loss, the variation pattern determination table B for loss, and the variation pattern determination table C for loss.

In addition, in the high probability high base state after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends, when the fluctuation pattern is determined in the fluctuation display (in the special zone) of the first to 32nd times after the jackpot game ends, the probability variation jackpot in the special zone Select the fluctuation pattern judgment table for A, the fluctuation pattern judgment table for small hits, the fluctuation pattern judgment table for small hits, and the fluctuation pattern judgment table for loss in the special zone according to the value of the special zone counter. When the fluctuation pattern is determined and the fluctuation pattern is determined in the fluctuation display (in the non-special zone) after the 33rd time after the end of the big hit game, the fluctuation pattern determination table for the medium-big hit in the non-special zone and the fluctuation pattern for the small hit The fluctuation pattern is determined by selecting either the determination table or the fluctuation pattern determination table D for loss.

In addition, when determining the fluctuation pattern in the high probability high base state after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot B or the low accuracy high base state after the jackpot game of the non-probability jackpot B, the fluctuation pattern determination table for the non-special zone medium jackpot , The variation pattern determination table for small hits and the variation pattern determination table D for loss are selected to determine the variation pattern.

That is, in the high base state in the feature unit 4 of the present embodiment, the fluctuation pattern determination table that can be selected to determine the fluctuation pattern according to the jackpot type of the jackpot game that triggered the high base state is May be different.

In the first to 32nd fluctuation display (during the special zone) after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A in the feature portion 4 of the present embodiment, the value of the special zone counter is set as shown in the processing of 113SGS164. An example of a mode in which the fluctuation pattern determination table is switched according to the situation is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. In the processing of 113SGS164 after the jackpot game of jackpot A is completed, the fluctuation pattern determination table may be switched according to the value of the counter.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, when the variation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot B or a non-probability variable jackpot in the variation display in the special zone, the variation display in the special zone is displayed. Although the embodiment in which the pseudo-continuous production of different times according to the number of times is executed is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variable display is performed in the variable display within a predetermined predetermined range in the special zone. When the result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit, a specific number of pseudo-continuous effects are always executed in the variable display (for example, the variable display result in the first variable display in the special zone). If is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit, 32 pseudo-continuous effects are executed in the variable display, and the variable display result is a big hit in the 2nd to 11th variable display in the special zone. In addition, when the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot B or a non-probability variable jackpot, 31 pseudo-continuous effects are executed, and the variable display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot in the 12th to 21st fluctuation display in the special zone. In the case of B or a non-probability change jackpot, the pseudo-continuous production may be executed 20 times, etc.), and the data capacity for the pseudo-continuous production stored in the RAM 122 may be suppressed.

After returning to FIG. 8-10 and determining the fluctuation pattern by 113SGS180, the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special figure game according to the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value. A setting is made to start the variation of the special symbol so as to start any of the special symbol games using the second special symbol in the special symbol display device 4B (113SGS181). As an example, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "1", a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "2", the setting for transmitting the drive signal for updating the display of the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is performed.

Following the processing of 113SGS181, settings for transmitting various commands used at the start of fluctuation of the special symbol are made (113SGS182). For example, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "1", the CPU 103 receives a game state designation command, a first fluctuation start command, a fluctuation pattern designation command, and a fluctuation display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the designated command and the first hold storage number notification command, the setting data indicating the storage address (start address) in the ROM 101 of the first fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is sent to the game control buffer setting unit. It is stored in the buffer area specified by the send command pointer in the provided send command buffer. On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "2", the CPU 103 receives the game state designation command, the second fluctuation start command, the fluctuation pattern designation command, and the fluctuation display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the specified command and the second hold storage number notification command, the setting data indicating the storage address in ROM 101 of the second fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is specified by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. Store in the command buffer area.

After executing the process of 113SGS182, the special symbol variation time, which is the variation display time of the special symbol according to the determination result of the variation pattern, is set (113SGS183). The special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variation display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol in the special symbol game until the definite special symbol, which is the variation display result (special symbol display result), is derived and displayed. Is. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the special symbol variation processing (113SGS184), and then the variation pattern setting process is terminated.

FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S113 of FIG. 5 as the special symbol stop process. In the special symbol stop processing, the CPU 103 sets the end flag referred to in the special symbol variation processing of S113 to end the variation of the special symbol, and stops at the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. Control is performed to derive and display a symbol (113SGS201). When the variation special symbol designation buffer value is "1" indicating the first special symbol, the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is terminated, and the variation special symbol designation buffer value is changed. When it is "2" indicating the second special symbol, the variation of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is terminated. In addition, control is performed to transmit a symbol determination command to the effect control board 12 (113SGS202). Then, it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is set (113SGS203), and if the jackpot flag is not set (113SGS203; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS211.

On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is set (113SGS203; Y), the CPU 103 clears the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag (113SGS204) if the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are set, and the effect control board 12 is set. , To send one of the hit start 1 designated command (probability variable jackpot A), hit start 2 designated command (probable variable jackpot B), and hit start 3 designated command (non-probable variable jackpot) according to the stored jackpot type. Is set (113SGS205).

Further, the CPU 103 makes a setting for transmitting a game state designation command indicating a normal state to the effect control board 12 (113SGS206).

Then, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the jackpot, for example, in the image display device 5) is set in the jackpot display time timer (113SGS207). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 16 times in the case of the probability variation jackpot A and 5 times in the case of the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot) is set in the large winning opening opening counter (113SGS208). Then, after setting for outputting all symbol confirmation signals and special symbol confirmation signals from the terminal board 113SG016 via the information output circuit 113SG112 (113SGS209), the value of the special symbol process flag is preprocessed to open the jackpot (S114). It is updated to "4" which is a value corresponding to, and the special symbol stop processing is terminated (113SGS210).

On the other hand, in 113SGS211 the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is "0". When the value of the time reduction counter is "0" (113SGS211; Y), the process proceeds to 113SGS216.

On the other hand, when the value of the time reduction counter is not "0" (113SGS211; N), that is, in the high base state where the time reduction remains, the value of the time reduction counter is set to -1 (113SGS212). .. Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is "0" (113SGS213), and if it is not "0" (113SGS213; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS216, and the value of the time reduction counter is "0". In the case of (113SGS213; Y), after clearing the time saving flag (113SGS214) in order to end the time saving control, a gaming state (specifically, low probability) corresponding to the setting state of the probability change flag or the time saving flag is set. After setting the transmission of the game state specification command corresponding to (low base) (113SGS215), the process proceeds to 113SGS216.

In 113SGS216, it is determined whether or not the value of the special zone counter is "0". When the value of the special zone counter is any of 1 to 32 (113SGS216; N), the value of the special zone counter is set to -1 (113SGS217). Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the special zone counter after subtraction is "0" (113SGS218), and when the value of the special zone counter after subtraction is "0" (113SGS218; Y), the special zone After setting the transmission of the end notification command, the process proceeds to 113SGS220 (113SGS219). If the value of the special zone counter after subtraction is not "0" (113SGS218; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS220 without executing 113SGS219.

Then, in 113SGS220, the CPU 103 makes a setting for outputting all the symbol confirmation signals from the terminal board 113SG016 via the information output circuit 113SG112 (113SGS220), and proceeds to 113SGS22. When the value of the special zone counter is "0" in 113SGS216 (113SGS216; Y), a setting for outputting all symbol confirmation signals and special symbol confirmation signals from the terminal board 113SG016 via the information output circuit 113SG112 is set. Perform (113SGS221) and proceed to 113SGS22.

In 113SGS222, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the small hit flag is set (113SGS222). When the small hit flag is set (113SGS222; Y), the setting for transmitting the hit start 4 designation command (small hit) is made (113SGS223). Then, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the small hit by, for example, the image display device 5) is set in the small hit display time timer (113SGS224). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times) is set in the large winning opening opening number counter (113SGS225). The value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "8", which is a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (S118), and the special symbol stop processing is terminated (113SGS226).

If the small hit flag is not set in 113SGS22 (113SGS22; N), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "0", which is the value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (S110), and the special symbol is stopped. The process is terminated (113SGS228).

By executing the special symbol stop processing as described above, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-13 (A), when the variation display result becomes a big hit, it is in the special zone. Regardless of whether or not, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016 at the timing when the fluctuation of the special symbol is stopped.

On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 8-13 (B) and 8-13 (C), if the variation display result is lost or a small hit during the special zone, the variation display of the special symbol is stopped at the timing. Only all symbol confirmation signals are output from the terminal board 113SG016, but if the variation display result is lost or a small hit during the non-special zone (outside the special zone), the terminal board 113SG016 at the timing when the variation display of the special symbol is stopped. Both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from.

In the feature portion of the present embodiment, when the variation display result is a small hit during the special zone, only all symbol confirmation signals are output from the terminal board 113SG016 at the timing when the variation display of the special symbol is stopped. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the variation display result is a small hit during the special zone, all the symbols are displayed from the terminal board 113SG016 at the timing when the variation display of the special symbol is stopped. Both the confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal may be output.

FIG. 8-14 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S117 of FIG. 5 as the jackpot end process.

In the jackpot end process, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the jackpot end display timer is operating, that is, the timer is being counted (113SGS231). When the jackpot end display timer is not operating (113SGS231; N), the jackpot end display timer is set to a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time for displaying the jackpot end on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time). Set (113SGS232) and end the jackpot end process.

On the other hand, when the jackpot end display timer is operating (113SGS231; Y), the value of the jackpot end display timer is subtracted by 1 (113SGS233). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (113SGS234). If it has not elapsed (113SGS234; N), the jackpot end processing is terminated.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (113SGS234; Y), the CPU 103 determines whether the stored jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A or the probability variation jackpot B (113SGS235).

When the jackpot type is probabilistic jackpot A or probabilistic jackpot B (113SGS235; Y), the probability variation flag is set (113SGS238), the time reduction flag is set (113SGS239), and "0" is set in the time reduction counter (113SGS239). 113SGS240). Further, it is determined whether or not the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A (113SGS241). When the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B (113SGS241; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS244, and when the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A (113SGS241; Y), "32" is set in the special zone counter and (113SGS242). , Set the transmission of the special zone start notification command and proceed to 113SGS244 (133SGS243).

On the other hand, when the jackpot type is non-probability variable jackpot in 113SGS235 (113SGS235; Y; N), the time reduction flag is set and "100" is set in the time reduction counter, and then the process proceeds to 113SGS244 (113SGS236, 113SGS237).

Then, in 113SGS244, the jackpot flag is cleared, and the transmission setting of the jackpot end designation command according to the jackpot type is set (113SGS245). Then, after setting the transmission of the game state designation command for notifying the effect control board 12 of the game state based on the set probability change flag and the time reduction flag (113SGS246), the value of the special figure process flag is processed in the special symbol normal process. The jackpot end process is terminated by updating to "0", which is a value corresponding to (113SGS247).

Next, the operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S75 of FIG. 6 as the command analysis process. In the command analysis process shown in FIG. 8-15, the effect control CPU 120 first receives from the main board 11 transmitted via the relay board 15 by confirming the stored contents of the effect control command reception buffer. Determine if there is a command (113SGS251). At this time, if there is no received command (113SGS251; N), the command analysis process ends.

If there is a receive command in 113SGS251 (113SGS151; Y), for example, by checking the MODE data of the receive command, it is determined whether or not the receive command is the first start opening winning designation command (113SGS252). ). Then, when it is the first start opening winning designation command (113SGS252; Y), the waiting time for notifying the number of stored storage first is set (113SGS253). For example, in the processing of 113SGS253, a predetermined timer initial value corresponding to the reception waiting time of the first hold storage number notification command is set to the command reception control provided in the effect control timer setting unit provided in the RAM 122 or the like. It may be set in the timer.

When the reception command in 113SGS252 is not the first start opening winning designation command (113SGS252; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the second start opening winning designation command (113SGS254). Then, when it is the second start opening winning designation command (113SGS254; Y), the waiting time for notifying the second reserved storage number is set (113SGS255). For example, in the process of 113SGS255, a predetermined timer initial value corresponding to the reception waiting time of the second hold storage number notification command may be set in the command reception control timer provided in the RAM 122 or the like.

When the reception command in 113SGS254 is not the second start opening winning designation command (113SGS254; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the first hold storage number notification command (113SGS256). Then, when it is the first hold storage number notification command (113SGS256; Y), for example, by initializing the time counting operation by the command reception control timer provided in the RAM 122 or the like, the first hold storage number notification waiting time is set. Clear (113SGS257).

When the reception command in 113SGS256 is not the first hold storage number notification command (113SGS256; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the second hold storage number notification command (113SGS258). Then, when the second hold storage number notification command is used (113SGS258; Y), the second hold storage number notification waiting time is cleared (113SGS259), for example, by initializing the time counting operation by the command reception control timer.

Then, after executing any of the processes of 113SGS253, 113SGS255, 113SGS257, and 113SGS259, the received command is stored in the start winning command buffer provided in the RAM 122 or the like, and the process proceeds to 113SGS251.

On the other hand, when the reception command is not the second hold storage number notification command in 113SGS258 (113SGS258; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the special zone start notification command (113SGS260). When the reception command is the special zone start notification command (113SGS260; Y), the special zone middle flag indicating that the special zone is in the special zone is set, and the first hold storage display area displayed on the image display device 5 is set. The 113SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SG005U are hidden (113SGS261, 113SGS262), and the process proceeds to 113SGS251.

When the reception command is not the special zone start notification command (113SGS260; N) in 113SGS260, it is determined whether or not the reception command is the special zone end notification command (113SGS264). When the reception command is a special zone end notification command (113SGS264; Y), the special zone end flag is set to indicate that the special zone has ended (113SGS265, 113SGS267) while clearing the special zone middle flag. Further, the display of the first reserved storage display area 113SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SG005U in the image display device 5 is started, and the process proceeds to 113SGS251 (113SGS268).

If the reception command in 113SGS264 is not the special zone end command (113SGS264; N), the setting according to the reception command is made and the process proceeds to 113SGS251 (113SGS271).

FIG. 8-16 is a flowchart showing a part of the effect control process process (S75) in the effect control main process. In the effect control process process, the effect control CPU 120 updates the hold storage display displayed in the first hold storage display area 113SG005D and the second hold storage display area 113SG005U after executing the pre-reading notice setting process (S161). The hold display update process (113SGS281), the prize ball number display process (113SGS282) for displaying the prize balls paid out to the image display device 5, and the number of prize balls paid out are predetermined. After executing the prize ball number notification effect execution process (113SGS283) for executing the prize ball number notification effect for notifying that the number (for example, 5000 balls, 10000 balls, etc.) has been reached, S170 to S177 (FIG. FIG. 7. Execute any of the processes (see 7).

FIG. 8-17 is a flowchart showing a prize ball number display process (113SGS282) in the effect control process process. In the prize ball number display process, the production control CPU 120 first totals all the prize balls in the consecutive villas (the prize balls paid out by winning the large prize opening, each starting winning opening, and the general winning opening). It is determined whether or not the value of the first prize ball number counter, which is a counter for this, is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS301). When the value of the first prize ball counter is not displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS301; N), whether or not the value of the effect process flag is "6", that is, whether or not the jackpot game is in progress. It is determined whether or not (113SGS302). When the value of the effect process flag is any of "0" to "5" and "7" (113SGS302; N), the prize ball number display process is completed and the value of the effect process flag is "6". (113SGS302; Y) determines whether or not the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A (113SGS303). When the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A (113SGS303; Y), the display of the values of the first prize ball counter and the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is started and the prize ball number display process is completed. (113SGS304). The second prize ball counter is the number of prize balls paid out during the big hit game of the probabilistic big hit A (the prize balls paid out by winning the big prize opening, each starting winning opening, and the general winning opening). It is a counter for counting the number of prize balls paid out in the special zone (the prize balls paid out by winning the big prize opening, each starting winning opening, and the general winning opening).

On the other hand, when the jackpot type is not the probabilistic jackpot A (113SGS303; N), it is determined whether or not the jackpot type is the probabilistic jackpot B (113SGS305). When the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B (113SGS305; Y), the display of the value of the first prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is started and the prize ball number display process is terminated (113SGS306). When the jackpot type is a non-probability variable jackpot (113SGS305; N), the number of prize balls is not started to be displayed on the image display device 5 without displaying the value of the first prize ball counter or the value of the first prize ball counter. End the display process.

Further, when the value of the first prize ball counter is being displayed in 113SGS301 (113SGS301; Y), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the effect process flag is "6" or "7", that is. , It is determined whether or not the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot is in progress (113SGS307). When the value of the effect process flag is "6" or "7" (113SGS307; Y), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prize ball number notification command reception flag is set, that is, the prize ball number notification command. Is received (113SGS308). When the prize ball number notification command reception flag is not set (113SGS308; N), the prize ball number display process is terminated, and when the prize ball number notification command reception flag is set (113SGS308; Y), the reception is performed. The number of prize balls is specified from the command for notifying the number of prize balls (113SGS309).

Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the second prize ball counter is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS310). When the value of the second prize ball counter is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS310; Y), the effect control CPU 120 sets the number of prize balls specified in 113SG309 to the first prize ball counter and the second prize ball. In addition to adding to the number counter, the values of the first prize ball number counter and the second prize ball number counter displayed on the image display device 5 are updated and displayed (113SGS311 and 113SGS312). Then, the process proceeds to 113SGS315.

When the value of the second prize ball counter is not being displayed (113SGS310; N), the effect control CPU 120 adds the number of prize balls specified in 113SGS309 to the first prize ball counter, and the image display device 5 The value of the first prize ball counter displayed in is updated and displayed (113SGS313, 113SGS314). Then, the process proceeds to 113SGS315.

Then, in the 113SGS315, the effect control CPU 120 clears the prize ball number notification command reception flag and ends the prize ball number display process (113SGS315).

Further, when the value of the effect process flag in 113SGS307 is any of "0" to "5" (113SGS307; N), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the special zone flag is set (11SGS307; N). 113SGS316). When the special zone flag is set (113SGS316; Y), the processes of 113SG308 to 113SG315 are executed, and when the special zone flag is not set (113SGS316; N), the gaming state is specified (113SGS317). ). Then, it is determined whether or not the gaming state specified in 113SGS317 is a high base state (113SGS318).

When the gaming state is the high base state (113SGS318; Y), it is determined whether or not the value of the second prize ball counter is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS319). When the value of the second prize ball counter is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS319; Y), the display of the value of the second prize ball counter on the image display device 5 is terminated and the second prize is displayed. The value of the ball counter is reset to "0" and the process proceeds to 113SG322 (113SGS320, 113SGS321). That is, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, the aggregation of the prize balls in the second prize ball counter is completed at the timing when the special zone ends, and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is set. The display is finished. If the image display device 5 is not displaying the value of the second prize ball counter (113SGS319; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS322 without executing the processes of 113SGS320 and 113SGS321.

That is, when the second prize ball number counter in the present embodiment starts counting the prize balls from the jackpot game start timing of the probability variation jackpot A, and the game state is controlled to the jackpot game state of the probability variation jackpot during the special zone. Is a counter that ends the counting of prize balls when the special zone ends (when the 32 fluctuation display after the big hit game of the probability variation jackpot A ends). ..

In 113SGS322, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prize ball number notification command reception flag is set (113SGS322). When the prize ball number notification command reception flag is not set (113SGS322; N), the prize ball number display process is terminated, and when the prize ball number notification command reception flag is set (113SGS322; Y), the reception is performed. The number of prize balls is specified from the prize ball number notification command (113SGS323). Then, the effect control CPU 120 adds the number of prize balls specified in 113SG323 to the first prize ball counter, and updates and displays the value of the first prize ball counter displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS324). , 113SGS325), clears the prize ball number notification command reception flag and ends the prize ball number display process (113SGS326). That is, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, the aggregation of the prize balls in the first prize ball counter is completed at the timing when the high base state ends, and the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter in the image display device 5. Is designed to end the display of.

When the gaming state of 113SGS318 is not the high base state (113SGS318; N), that is, when the gaming state becomes the low probability low base state based on the end of 100 fluctuation displays after the end of the jackpot game of the non-probability change jackpot. Ends the display of the value of the first prize ball counter in the image display device 5 and resets the value of the first prize ball counter to "0" to end the prize ball number display process (113SGS327, 113SGS328). .. That is, the first prize ball number counter in the present embodiment is a counter that totals the number of prize balls from the start timing of the big hit game at the time of the first hit to the end timing of the 100 fluctuation display after the end of the big hit game of the non-probability change big hit. is there.

FIG. 8-18 is a flowchart showing the prize ball number notification effect execution process (113SGS283) in the effect control process process. In the prize ball number notification effect execution process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the prize ball number notification effect process timer is operating (113SGS331). When the process timer for the prize ball number notification effect is not operating (113SGS331; N), it is further determined whether or not the value of the first prize ball number counter is being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS332). When the value of the first prize ball counter is not being displayed on the image display device 5 (113SGS332; N), the prize ball number notification effect execution process is terminated, and the value of the first prize ball counter is displayed on the image display device 5. When it is being displayed (113SGS332; Y), the value of the first prize ball counter is specified (113SGS333).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the first prize ball number counter specified in 113SGS333 has reached a preset predetermined value (notification start threshold value, for example, 5000 or 10000). (113SGS334). When the value of the first prize ball number counter specified in 113SGS333 has not reached the notification start threshold value (113SGS334; N), the prize ball number notification effect execution process is terminated, and the first prize ball number counter specified in 113SGS333 When the value has reached the notification start threshold value (113SGS334; Y), the process table for producing the prize ball number notification according to the notification start threshold value is selected (113SGS334). Then, the process timer for the prize ball number notification effect is started (113SGS335). In the feature section of the present embodiment, the effect process table for the prize ball number notification effect corresponding to the prize ball number notification effect is stored in the ROM 121 in advance.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 follows the effect device (effect) according to the contents of the first process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound control execution data 1, etc.) of the set prize ball number notification effect process table. The control of the image display device 5 as a visual component, the game effect lamp 9 as an effect component, the speakers 8L, 8R, etc. as the effect component) is started, and the prize ball number notification effect execution process is completed (113SGS336).

When the prize ball number notification effect process timer is operating in 113SGS331 (113SGS331; Y), the value of the prize ball number notification effect process timer is set to -1 (113SGS337), and the prize ball number notification effect process timer is set. Determines whether or not the timer has expired (113SGS338). When the prize ball number notification effect process timer is out of timer (113SGS338; Y), the prize ball number notification effect process data is switched (113SGS339). That is, the process timer is started again by setting the next set value of the process timer for the prize ball number notification effect in the process table for the prize ball number notification effect in the process timer (113SGS340). In addition, the control state for the effect device (effect component) is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, sound control execution data, etc. included in the process data set next (113SGS341), and the prize is awarded. The ball number notification effect execution process is terminated.

When the process timer for the prize ball number notification effect is not timered out in 113SGS338 (113SGS338; N), the effect device is controlled according to the process data corresponding to the process timer for the prize ball number notification effect (113SGS342), and the prize is awarded. The ball number notification effect execution process is terminated.

FIG. 8-19 is a flowchart showing a variable display start setting process (S171) in the effect control process process. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first variable start command reception flag is set (113SGS351). When the first variable start command reception flag is set (113SGS351; Y), it is associated with the buffer numbers "1-0" to "1-4" of the first special figure hold storage in the start winning command buffer. The various command data and various flags stored in the above are shifted upward by one buffer number (113SGS352). The contents of the buffer number "1-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

If the first fluctuation start command reception flag is not set in 113SGS351 (113SGS351; N), it is determined whether or not the second fluctuation start command reception flag is set (113SGS353). If the second variation start command reception flag is not set (113SGS353; N), the variable display start setting process is terminated, and if the second variation start command reception flag is set (113SGS353; Y), the start is started. The various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer numbers "2-0" to "2-4" of the second special figure hold storage in the command buffer received at the time of winning are placed higher by one buffer number. Shift (113SGS354). The contents of the buffer number "2-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

After executing 113SGS352 or 113SGS354, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern designation command from the variation pattern designation command storage area (113SGS355).

Next, the display result (stop symbol) of the decorative symbol and the small symbol is determined according to the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command) (113SGS356). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol and the small symbol according to the display result specified by the display result designation command, and displays the data indicating the determined decorative symbol and the stop symbol of the small symbol as the decorative symbol. Store in the display result storage area.

In the feature portion of the present embodiment, when the received variation display result specification command is the second variation display result specification command corresponding to the probability variation jackpot A, the effect control CPU 120 has, for example, three symbols as stop symbols. Determines the combination of decorative symbols (big hit symbols) aligned with "7". Further, when the received variation display result specification command is the third variation display result specification command corresponding to the probability variation jackpot B, a plurality of combinations of odd-numbered symbols other than "7" (for example, "111") are used as stop symbols. It is determined from a combination of decorative patterns such as "333", "555", and "999"). Further, when the received variation display result specification command is the fourth variation display result specification command corresponding to the non-probability variation jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 has, for example, a decorative symbol in which three symbols are arranged as even symbols as the stop symbol. Determine the combination (big hit symbol). Further, when the received variation display result specification command is the first variation display result specification command corresponding to the loss, the combination of the decorative symbols (loss symbols) in which the three symbols are not uniform is determined as the stop symbol.

In determining these stop symbols, the effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and determines the stop symbol in which the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbol and the small symbol is associated with the numerical value. The table may be used to determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol and the small symbol. That is, the stop symbol may be determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbol and the small symbol corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the special zone end flag is set (113SGS357). When the special zone end flag is not set (113SGS357; N), it is further determined whether or not the special zone middle flag is set (113SGS358). When the special zone flag is set (113SGS358; Y), if the decorative symbols are being displayed on the image display device 5, the decorative symbols are hidden and the process proceeds to 113SGS360 (113SGS359). If the special zone flag is not set (113SGS358; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS360 without executing the processing of 113SGS359.

On the other hand, when the special zone end flag is set in 113SGS357 (113SGS357; Y), the special zone end flag is cleared (113SGS361), and the special zone end notification process table corresponding to the fluctuation pattern is selected (113SGS362). ). Then, the display of the first reserved storage display area 113SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SG005U in the image display device 5 is started (113SGS363), and the image display device 5 is used for the non-special zone (normal high base state). The display of the background image is started (113SGS364), and the process proceeds to 113SGS360.

Next, in 113SGS360, the effect control CPU 120 selects an effect control pattern (process table) according to the variation pattern designation command. Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (113SGS365).

In the process table, display control execution data for controlling the display of the image display device 5, lamp control execution data for controlling the lighting of each lamp, and sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R are controlled. The sound control execution data, the operation unit control execution data for controlling the operation of the push button 31B and the stick controller 31A, and the like are arranged in order in chronological order in association with each process data n (1 to N). There is.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the effect device (image display as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound control execution data 1, operation unit control execution data 1). It executes control of the device 5, various lamps as production parts, speakers 8L and 8R as production parts, and operation units (push button 31B, stick controller 31A, etc.) (113SGS336). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14 in order to control lighting / extinguishing of various lamps. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (sound number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In the feature portion of the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern designation command so that the decorative pattern is variablely displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. , The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to the fluctuation pattern specification command.

Then, a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command is set in the fluctuation time timer (113SGS367). Further, a predetermined time is set in the fluctuation control timer (113SGS368). The predetermined time is, for example, 30 ms. Each time the predetermined time elapses, the effect control CPU 120 writes the image data indicating the display state of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols to the VRAM, and the display control unit 123 writes the image data to the VRAM. The variation of the decorative pattern is realized by outputting the signal corresponding to the image data to the image display device 5 and displaying the image according to the signal by the image display device 5. Next, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect processing (S172) during variable display (113SGS369).

FIG. 8-20 is a flowchart showing the variable display during effect processing (S172) in the effect control process process. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 sets the respective values of the process timer, the fluctuation time timer, and the fluctuation control timer to -1 (113SGS371, 113SGS372, 113SGS373). Further, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the process timer has timered out (113SGS374). When the process timer is out of the timer (113SGS374), the process data is switched (113SGS375). That is, the process timer is started again by setting the next set process timer setting value in the process table in the process timer (113SGS376). Further, the control state for the effect device (effect component) is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, the sound control execution data, the operation unit control data, etc., which are set next (113SGS377), 113SGS379. Proceed to. On the other hand, when the process timer is not timer-out (113SGS374; N), the process data corresponding to the process timer (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, sound control execution data, operation unit control data, etc.) is followed. The control of the effect device (effect component) is executed (113SGS378), and the process proceeds to 113SGS379.

Next, in 113SGS379, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the temporary stop timing of the small symbol (113SGS379). In the case of the temporary stop timing of the small symbol, as a part of the pseudo continuous effect, the small symbol is temporarily stopped with a combination indicating a loss, and the process proceeds to 113SGS381 (113SGS380). If it is not the temporary stop timing of the small symbol (113SGS379; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS381 without executing the processing of 113SGS380.

In 113SGS381, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the start timing of the re-variation of the small symbol (113SGS381). When it is the start timing of the re-variation of the small symbol (113SGS381; Y), the re-variation of the temporarily stopped small symbol is started as a part of the pseudo continuous effect (113SGS382). Then, it is determined whether or not the re-variation is the final re-variation start timing (113SGS383). When it is the last re-variation start timing (113SGS383; Y), the effect control CPU 120 starts displaying the first reserved storage display area 113SGS005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SGS005U in the image display device 5 (113SGS384). , The image display device 5 starts displaying a background image for a non-special zone (normal high base state) (113SGS385). Further, the display of the value of the second prize ball counter displayed on the image display device 5 is finished (113SGS386), the value of the second prize ball counter is reset to "0", and the process proceeds to 113SGS389 (113SGS387). ).

If the 113SGS381 is not the re-variation start timing of the small symbol (113SGS381; N), or if the 113SGS383 is not the last re-variation start timing (113SGS383; N), the effect control CPU 120 executes the special zone end notification effect described later. It is determined whether or not it is in the period (113SGS388). If the special zone end notification effect execution period is in progress (113SGS388; Y), the process proceeds to 113SGS389, and if the special zone end notification effect execution period is not in progress (113SGS388; N), the process proceeds to 113SGS390.

In 113SGS398, the effect control CPU 120 executes a special zone end notification effect execution process (113SGS389) for executing a special zone end notification effect for notifying that the special zone has ended, and proceeds to 113SGS390.

In 113SGS390, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the display start timing of the decorative symbol in the image display device 5 (113SGS390). When it is the display start timing of the decorative symbol in the image display device 5 (113SGS390; Y), , The display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is started and the process proceeds to 113SGS392 (113SGS391). Proceed to.

In 113SGS392, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation control timer is out of the timer (113SGS392). When the fluctuation control timer is out of the timer (113SGS392; Y), the effect control CPU 120 is displayed on the next display screen of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols (30 ms after the previous display switching of the decorative symbols). The image data of the screen) is created and written in a predetermined area of VRAM (113SGS393). In this way, the image display device 5 realizes fluctuation control of the decorative pattern. The display control unit 123 sends a signal based on data obtained by superimposing image data of a predetermined area such as a set background image and image data based on display control execution data set in the process table to the image display device 5. Output. In this way, the image display device 5 displays the background image, the character image, and the decorative symbol in the variation of the decorative symbol. Further, the predetermined value is reset in the fluctuation control timer (113SGS394), and the process proceeds to 113SGS395.

Further, when the fluctuation control timer is not timer-out (1113SGS392; N), or after the execution of 113SGS394, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation time timer is timer-out (113SGS395). If the fluctuation time timer is out of timer, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the decorative symbol fluctuation stop processing (S76) (S315). Even if the fluctuation time timer is not timer-out, if the confirmation command reception flag indicating that the symbol confirmation designation command has been received is set (S314; Y), the value of the effect control process flag is waited for per special figure (waiting process for the special figure). The value is updated according to S173) (113SGS397). Even if the fluctuation time timer is not timered out, the control shifts to stop the fluctuation when the symbol confirmation specification command is received. Therefore, for example, a fluctuation pattern specification command indicating a long fluctuation time due to noise between boards is used. Even if it is received, the fluctuation of the decorative symbol can be terminated when the regular fluctuation time elapses (at the end of the fluctuation of the special symbol).

In the process table used for controlling the variation of the decorative symbol, the process data during the variation display of the decorative symbol is set. That is, the sum of the process timer setting values of the process data 1 to n in the process table corresponds to the fluctuation time of the decorative symbol. Therefore, when the process timer of the last process data n in the process of 113SGS374 timers out, there is no process data (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, etc.) to be switched, and the effect control of the decorative symbol based on the process table ends. To do.

FIG. 8-21 is a flowchart showing a special zone end notification effect execution process (113SGS389) in the variable display effect process. In the special zone end notification effect execution process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the special zone end notification effect process timer is operating (113SGS401). When the special zone end notification effect process timer is not operating (113SGS401; N), the special zone end notification effect process table is selected (113SGS402), and the process data 1 of the selected special zone end notification effect process table is used. The process timer for the special zone end notification effect is started (113SGS403). In the feature section of the present embodiment, the special zone notification effect process table corresponding to the special zone notification effect is stored in the ROM 121 in advance.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 has the contents of the first process data 1 of the set special zone end notification effect effect process table (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound control execution data 1, operation unit control execution data 1). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, game effect lamp 9 as the effect component, speakers 8L, 8R, stick controller 31A, push button 31B as the effect component) is started according to (etc.) ( 113SGS404), the special zone end notification effect execution process is terminated.

When the special zone end notification effect process timer is operating in 113SGS401 (113SGS401; Y), the value of the special zone end notification effect process timer is set to -1 (113SGS405), and the special zone end notification effect process It is determined whether or not the timer has timed out (113SGS406).

When the process timer for the special zone end notification effect times out (113SGS406; Y), the process data is switched (113SGS407). That is, the process timer is started again by setting the next set value of the special zone end notification effect process timer in the special zone end notification effect process table to the process timer (113SGS408). In addition, the control state for the effect device (effect component) is changed based on the display control execution data, lamp control execution data, sound control execution data, operation unit control data, etc. that are set next (113SGS409), and special. The zone end notification effect execution process is terminated. On the other hand, when the special zone end notification effect process timer is not timer-out (113SGS406; N), the contents of the process data corresponding to the special zone end notification effect process timer (display control execution data, lamp control execution data, Control of the effect device (effect component) is executed according to the sound control execution data, operation unit control data, etc. (113SGS410), and the special zone end notification effect execution process is terminated.

By executing the variation display in the special zone as described above, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (A), the variation display of 32 times after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed (32 times in the special zone). If none of the fluctuation display results of) is a big hit, the fluctuation display for 3 seconds is displayed if the fluctuation display result is lost in the special zone, and the fluctuation display for 4 seconds is displayed if the fluctuation display result is a small hit. At the same time as the execution, at the end timing of each variation display, only all the symbol confirmation signals out of the all symbol confirmation signals and the special symbol confirmation signals are output from the terminal board 113SG016. Further, at the timing when the 32nd variation display in the special zone is completed, the image display device 5 starts displaying the background image for the non-special zone and the decorative pattern, and displays the value of the second prize ball counter. Is finished.

Then, in the 33rd variation display after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A (the first variation display after the end of the special zone), the special zone end notification effect is executed, and the special zone ends for the player. Is notified. Further, at the end timing of the 33rd variation display after the end of the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016. It should be noted that both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016 even at the end timing of the fluctuation display after the 34th time after the end of the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (B), the nth (32 ≧ n ≧ 1) of the 32 fluctuation displays (32 fluctuation displays in the special zone) after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed. In the fluctuation display of, if the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A, in the fluctuation display up to the n-1th time, if the fluctuation display result is lost, the fluctuation display and the fluctuation display result for 3 seconds are displayed. If it is a small hit, the fluctuation display for 4 seconds is executed, and at the end timing of each fluctuation display, only all the symbol confirmation signals out of the all symbol confirmation signals and the special symbol confirmation signals are output from the terminal board 113SG016. Then, the nth variation display is executed for 3 seconds, and at the end timing of the nth variation display, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (C), the nth (32 ≧ n ≧ 1) of the 32 fluctuation displays (32 fluctuation displays in the special zone) after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed. In the fluctuation display of, if the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot, in the fluctuation display up to the n-1th time, if the fluctuation display result is lost, the fluctuation display for 3 seconds, If the variation display result is a small hit, the variation display for 4 seconds is executed, and at the end timing of each variation display, only all symbol confirmation signals out of all symbol confirmation signals and special symbol confirmation signals are sent from the terminal board 113SG016. It is output.

Next, in the nth variation display, the pseudo-continuous effect (temporary stop and re-variation of the small symbol) is repeatedly executed 33-n times every 3 seconds, and at the 33rd nth temporary stop timing of the small symbol. The image display device 5 starts displaying the background image for the non-special zone and displaying the decorative pattern, and finishes displaying the value of the second prize ball counter. Then, after the 33rd nth re-variation of the small symbol is started, the special zone end notification effect is executed, and the player is notified that the special zone has ended. Further, at the end timing of the nth variation display, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016.

As described above, in the feature unit in the present embodiment, when the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit A in the fluctuation display in the special zone, the pseudo-ream in the fluctuation display in the special zone. When the small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A without executing the effect, etc., while the variation display result is the jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot in the variation display in the special zone. In, after performing a pseudo-continuous production according to the number of remaining fluctuations in the special zone to make it appear as if the special zone has ended, the small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot. It has become.

Further, at the end timing of the variation display in which the variation display result in the special zone is lost, the special symbol confirmation signal is not output to the data lamp corresponding to the pachinko gaming machine 1, that is, the variation display result is displayed in the special zone. Since the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp is not added and updated until the jackpot is reached, is the fluctuation display being executed temporarily stopping the small symbol as a pseudo-continuous effect (the fluctuation display is the probability variation jackpot B or? It is difficult for the player to identify whether the small symbol is stopped in a combination indicating a loss as the main stop (whether it is a variable display of the non-probability change jackpot).

Further, when the fluctuation display result in the fluctuation display in the special zone is a big hit and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A, in the special zone, according to the execution of the fluctuation display prior to the fluctuation display in which the probability variation jackpot A is obtained. Since the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp is not added and updated, the fluctuation display result is the jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A in the first fluctuation display after the jackpot game ends on the data lamp, and the jackpot game ends for the player. It is possible to give a special feeling because the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit A in the first fluctuation display later.

Next, the display mode of the image display device 5 during the jackpot game and the special zone will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) and 8-23 (B), when the variable display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A, the decorative symbol and the small symbol are the probability variation jackpot A. The combination shown is derived and displayed, and the jackpot game of probability variation jackpot A is started. At this time, in the upper left portion of the image display device 5, the display of the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter is started. Then, during the big hit game, each time the game ball wins the big winning opening, the starting winning opening, the general winning opening 113SG010A, 113SG010B, 113SG010C, the value of the first prize ball counter is 113SG005A and the value of the second prize ball counter is 113SG005B. Will be updated and displayed.

After the jackpot game is completed, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (C), the decorative symbol, the first reserved storage display area 113SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SG005U are hidden as special zones, and the special symbol and palpitation Then, the variable display of the small symbol is started. In the feature portion of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 (B) and 8-23 (C), the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game is continuously displayed even in the special zone. It has become. The image 113SG005X during the jackpot game is displayed until the fluctuation display of the jackpot ends in the special zone, but the fluctuation display of 32 times ends.

When the variation display is executed in the special zone where the variation display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A, the variation display is performed as shown in FIGS. 8-23 (D) and 8-23 (E). As a result, after the small symbols are derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A, the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is started. At this time, the display of the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter is continuously updated and displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (E), when the value of the first prize ball number counter reaches the notification start threshold value during the special zone or the big hit game, an image display device is used as a prize ball number notification effect. At 5, the notification image 113SG005H indicating that the number of prize balls has reached the notification start threshold value is displayed. In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode in which the broadcast image 113SG005H is displayed on the image display device 5 is illustrated as a prize ball number notification effect, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the prize is awarded. The ball number notification effect may be executed by sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, light emission of the game effect lamp 9, and the like.

Further, when the variable display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit B or a non-probable variable big hit is executed in the special zone, it is shown in FIGS. As shown, in the small symbol display area 113SG005S, temporary stop and re-variation (pseudo continuous effect) of the small symbol according to the number of remaining fluctuations in the special zone are repeatedly executed. Then, when the re-variation of the last small symbol is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (I), the special zone end notification effect is executed in the image display device 5, and the special zone ends for the player. You will be notified that you have done so.

In addition, as shown in FIGS. 8-24 (J) and 8-24 (K), the display of the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is terminated, while the display of the decorative symbol is completed. And the display of the first reserved storage display area 113SG005D and the second reserved storage display area 113SG005U is resumed. After that, after a predetermined probabilistic jackpot B or a preliminary effect suggesting a non-probable jackpot is executed, the effect symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probabilistic jackpot B or the non-probable jackpot.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion of the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 determines the number of prize balls during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and the probability variation jackpot B and in the high base including the special zone. The number of prize balls in the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A and in the special zone can be totaled as the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter, and can be totaled as the value 113SG005B of the 1st prize ball counter. As shown in the above, since the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball count counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball number counter can be displayed on the image display device 5, the special zone during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A The number of prize balls in the middle and high base middle grades excluding the middle and special zones can be appropriately displayed on the image display device 5.

In the feature part of the present embodiment, the jackpot gaming state which is a specific period in the present invention, the high accuracy high base state including the special zone which is a predetermined period in the present invention, and the low accuracy which is the special period in the present invention. The high base state and the small hit game state are included in the advantageous period. That is, the advantageous period in the feature portion in the present embodiment is the period in which the game ball is more likely to win in the large winning opening compared to the low probability low base state, and the start winning is generated as compared with the low probability low base state. Easy period, period when the variable display result is likely to be a big hit compared to the low probability low base state, period when the big hit type is likely to be the probability variable big hit A when the variable display result is a big hit compared to the low probability low base state, Compared to the low accuracy low base state (or compared to the period excluding the special zone in the high accuracy high base state), the fluctuation time is short when the variable display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A. The period is included.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode in which the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter can be displayed on the image display device 5 is illustrated. Is not limited to this, and the pachinko game machine 1 is provided with a display device different from the image display device 5, and in the display device, the value of the first prize ball counter is 113SG005A and the value of the second prize ball counter. 113SG005B may be displayed.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 is the value of the first prize ball counter, which is the sum of the number of prize balls in the big hit game of the probability variation jackpot A and the probability variation jackpot B and the number of prize balls in the high base including the special zone. Since it can be aggregated as 113SG005A, the total value of the number of prize balls in the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and the number of prize balls in the special zone can be aggregated as the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter. , In the image display device 5, each counter is more accurate by adding the number of prize balls during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and the probability variation jackpot B, the number of prize balls in the special zone, and the number of prize balls excluding the special zone. The value of can be displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23, the effect control CPU 120 has a value of the first prize ball counter of 113SG005A and a value of the second prize ball counter of 113SG005B during the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A and in the special zone. Can be displayed on the image display device 5 at the same time, so that the player can simultaneously confirm the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter. Since the increase status of the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter can be confirmed at the same time, these increase status can be emphasized.

In the feature portion of the present embodiment, the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter are simultaneously displayed on the image display device 5 during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and during the special zone. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the value of the first prize ball counter is 113SG005A and the second prize during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and during the special zone. Only one of the ball count counter values 113SG005B may be displayed on the image display device 5, and the amount of information displayed on the image display device 5 may be excessive to prevent confusion among the players.

Further, the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter and the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter are timings at which the aggregation of each value is completed (for example, if the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter is a non-probability change jackpot). Display only for a predetermined period from the timing when the fluctuation display of 100 times is completed after the jackpot game is completed, and the timing when the fluctuation display of 32 times after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed if the value of the second prize ball counter is 113SG005B). You may.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, the number of prize balls during the big hit game and the number of prize balls in the high base are added up as the values of the first prize ball counter and the second prize ball counter, and the image display device. Although the form to be displayed in 5 is illustrated, the number of prize balls in the big hit game and the number of prize balls in the high base may be displayed individually on the image display device 5. Further, when the number of prize balls during the jackpot game and the number of prize balls during the high base are displayed individually in this way, the variable display of 32 times after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends at a specific timing (for example, the variable display ends. The number of prize balls in the big hit game and the number of prize balls in the high base may be displayed in total at the timing, etc.) so that the player can pay attention to the total display.

In addition, the effect control CPU 120 totals the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter until the 100th variation display after the end of the jackpot game of the non-probability variation jackpot ends, and the 100th variation display ends. The display of the value 113SG005A of the first prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is finished, and the 32nd variation display after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is finished with the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter. (Until the end of the special zone), and on the condition that the 32nd variation display is completed, the display of the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5 is finished, so that the player can finish the display. By ending the display of the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5, it is possible to easily recognize that the special zone has ended.

In the feature portion of the present embodiment, the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter value 113SG005B is totaled and displayed on the image display device 5 on condition that the 32nd variation display after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the value of the second prize ball counter is at the timing when the 32nd variation display after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed. While the aggregation of 113SG005B is completed, the display of the value 113SG005B of the second prize ball counter in the image display device 5 may be maintained for a predetermined period (for example, a plurality of fluctuations such as 2 to 4 times). .. By doing so, even if the 32nd variation display after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed, the number of prize balls totaled during the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A and during the special zone can be calculated by the player. Can be easily recognized.

Further, the high-accuracy high-base state in the feature portion of the present embodiment includes a special zone until the 32 times variation display after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends, and 33 after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A. If the variable display result is a big hit in the special zone, including the non-special zone after the first variable display, the jackpot type will always be the probabilistic jackpot A, so the high accuracy after the jackpot game of the probabilistic jackpot A is completed. It is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not the high base state is in the special zone, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

That is, the special zone in the feature portion of the present embodiment is the first predetermined period in the present invention, and the high accuracy and high base state excluding the special zone is the second predetermined period in which the advantage is lower than the first predetermined period in the present invention. Point to each. Further, the "advantage" referred to here refers to the ratio in which the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A when the variable display result is the jackpot.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, when the variable display result is a big hit in the special zone, the big hit type is always the probability variable big hit A, but the present invention is limited to this. If the variable display result is a big hit in the special zone, the jackpot type may be a probable big hit B or a non-probable big hit at a lower rate than in the non-special zone.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, when the variation display result becomes a big hit in the special zone, the embodiment in which the probability variation big hit A is controlled to the big hit gaming state at a higher rate than after the special zone is illustrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the variable display result becomes a big hit in the special zone, the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot game state is set at a higher rate than after the special zone. It may be controlled. Further, in the special zone and in the non-special zone after the special zone, the display mode of the image displayed on the image display device 5, the number of fluctuations, the fluctuation speed of the effect symbol, the ratio controlled by the small hit game state, and the like are determined. It may be different. By doing so, the effect control CPU 120 can execute effects having different game characteristics in the special zone and the non-special zone.

Further, when the fluctuation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A variation display is executed in the special zone, the variation display for 3 seconds is executed in the special zone as shown in FIG. 8-22. If the small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A, while the variation display result is the jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot variation display is executed, the variation is displayed. After the special zone is completed by executing the pseudo-continuous effect according to the number of remaining fluctuations of the special zone in the display, the small symbol and the decorative symbol are derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot. If the small symbols are derived and displayed in the combination indicated by the probability variation jackpot A in the special zone, the player can recognize that the jackpot game state of the probability variation jackpot A with a large number of rounds is controlled. It is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not the small symbol is derived and displayed in the combination indicated by the probability variation jackpot A, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode is exemplified in which the small symbols are derived and displayed in the combination indicated by the probability variation jackpot A in the special zone to notify that the probability variation jackpot A is controlled to the jackpot gaming state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and during the special zone, the display of images other than the small symbols on the image display device 5, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the light emission of the game effect lamp 9, etc. It may be notified that it is controlled to the jackpot game state of the probability variation jackpot A by the notification effect including.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, when the variation display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A in the special zone, a combination indicating a small symbol and a probability variation jackpot A in a shortened fluctuation of 3 seconds is used. Although the form of derivation display (notifying the probability variation jackpot A) is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation display result is a jackpot in the special zone and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A. In some cases, as in the case where the jackpot type is probabilistic jackpot B or non-probabilistic jackpot, a pseudo-continuous effect is executed during the variable display, and an effect pattern is provided to notify the probabilistic jackpot A during the execution of the special zone end notification effect. You may. By doing so, it is possible to notify the probability change jackpot A at a plurality of timings in the special zone, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

Further, in the non-special zone, a background image different from the special zone is displayed on the image display device 5, so that the player can visually recognize the background image displayed on the image display device 5 in the special zone. It is possible to easily recognize whether it is in a non-special zone or not.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode in which the background image displayed on the image display device 5 is different between the special zone and the non-special zone is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the shape of the small symbol displayed on the image display device 5 and the displayed character are different between the special zone and the non-special zone, and the BGM output from the speakers 8L and 8R is different. , Whether the player is in the special zone or not by executing at least one of changing the light emitting pattern of the game effect lamp 9 and partially changing the shape of the frame 3 for the game machine. It may be easy to recognize whether it is in the zone.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23, the value of the first prize ball counter reaches a preset predetermined value (notification start threshold value, for example, 5000 or 10000) during the high base or the big hit game. Based on the above, the notification image 113SG005H indicating that the number of prize balls has reached the notification start threshold is displayed on the image display device 5 as the prize ball number notification effect, so that the value of the first prize ball counter is set by the player. Because it is easy to understand, it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

In the feature section of the present embodiment, a mode in which the prize ball number notification effect is executed according to the value of the first prize ball number counter is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the prize ball number is not limited to this. The number notification effect may be executed according to the value of the second prize ball number counter.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, a mode in which the broadcast image 113SG005H is displayed on the image display device 5 is illustrated as a prize ball number notification effect, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the prize is awarded. The ball number notification effect displays an icon on the image display device 5 indicating that the number of prize balls has reached the notification start threshold every time the value of the first prize ball number counter reaches a predetermined value (notification start threshold). It may be an effect in which additional displays are sequentially displayed.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, in the special zone, for the fluctuation display in which the fluctuation display result is a loss or a small hit, only all the symbol confirmation signals and all the symbol confirmation signals among the special symbol confirmation signals are terminal boards. Output from 113SG016, and in the non-special zone, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016 in the variation display where the variation display result is a loss or a small hit, that is, special. During the zone, the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp is not added and updated until the fluctuation display result becomes a big hit, so is the fluctuation display being executed temporarily stopping the small symbol as a pseudo-continuous effect? Since it is difficult for the player to identify whether the fluctuation display is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot variation display) and whether the small symbol is stopped in a combination indicating a loss as the main stop, these pseudo-reams A signal can be output from the terminal board 113SG016 in response to the execution of the effect.

In the present embodiment, when the variation display result is a big hit in the special zone, both the all symbol confirmation signal and the special symbol confirmation signal are output from the terminal board 113SG016 at the end timing of the variation display. Although illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the fluctuation display result becomes a big hit in the special zone, only all the symbol confirmation signals are output from the terminal board 113SG016 at the end timing of the fluctuation display. You may try to do it.

Further, in the case of the special zone, at the end timing of the fluctuation display in which the fluctuation display result is lost, the data lamp provided from the terminal board 113SG016 to the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a one-to-one correspondence is special. When the symbol confirmation signal is not output, but in the non-special zone, the variation display result is lost. At the end timing of the variation display, the terminal board 113SG016 is provided with the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a one-to-one correspondence. Since a special symbol confirmation signal is output to the data lamp, the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp is not added and updated until the fluctuation display result becomes a big hit during the special zone, and the fluctuation during execution Whether the display temporarily stops the small symbol as a pseudo-continuous effect (whether the variation display is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot variation display), or whether the small symbol is stopped in a combination indicating a loss as the main stop Is difficult for the player to identify, so the player can identify whether or not the fluctuation display is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot variation display based on the number of fluctuations displayed on the data lamp. It is possible to avoid situations such as spilling.

Further, in the feature portion of the present embodiment, all the symbol confirmation signals are output to a management device such as a management computer of the game hall, and a special symbol confirmation signal is provided one-to-one with the pachinko game machine 1. Although the form of outputting to the data lamp is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and all the symbol confirmation signals are output to the data lamp in place of the special symbol confirmation signal, and the data lamp is used. It may be possible to display the actual number of times of fluctuation display in the special zone. However, from the viewpoint that the effect of the effect in the special zone can be further enhanced, all the symbol confirmation signals are output to the management device such as the management computer of the amusement park, and the special symbol confirmation signal is output to the data lamp. Is preferable.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-8, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided from the terminal board 113SG016 at the timing when the variation display is completed regardless of whether or not all the symbol confirmation signals are in the special zone. Since the output is output to a management device such as a game hall management computer, the number of fluctuations in the pachinko game machine 1 can be accurately grasped by the game hall management device or the like.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 is a combination showing the probability variation jackpot A in the variation display in the special zone when the variation display is executed in which the variation display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A. When a small symbol is derived and displayed in the special zone, but the variable display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probable big hit B or a non-probable big hit, a variable display is executed, after the end of the special zone in the variable display. A small symbol is derived and displayed with a combination indicating a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot. That is, during the special zone, it is notified by the combination of small symbols that the probability variation jackpot A is controlled to the jackpot game state. Therefore, it is possible to improve the game entertainment in the special zone.

Further, in the variable display up to 32 times in the special zone after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed, the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game is continuously displayed on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-23. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest in the special zone.

Further, when the special zone ends (when the variation display of 32 times after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends), the effect control CPU 120 executes the special zone end notification effect in the next variation display. Further, when the variation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot is executed in the special zone, as shown in FIG. 8-24, a special is displayed during the variation display. Since the decorative symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed by the combination of the probability variation jackpot B and the non-probability variation jackpot after the zone end notification effect is executed, the small symbol is the probability variation jackpot A during the display of the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game on the image display device 5. The image display device is expected to be derived and displayed in the combination indicating Since the derivation display is not executed in the combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot during the display of the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game in the image display device 5, the display of the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game in the image display device 5. It is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not the small symbol is derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A.

Further, when the effect control CPU 120 executes a variation display in which the variation display result is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot in the special zone, the pseudo number of times corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations in the special zone is simulated. After executing the continuous production, the special zone end notification effect can be executed to make the player recognize that the 32 fluctuation display after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A has ended, so that the special zone has ended ( It is possible to prevent the player from giving a sense of discomfort with respect to (the 32 times variation display after the end of the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed).

Although the feature parts of the present embodiment have been described above with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to the feature parts of these embodiments, and there are changes and additions within the scope of the gist of the present invention. Even included in the present invention.

For example, in the feature portion of the above-described embodiment, as the playability of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the gaming ball is awarded to the large winning opening by launching the gaming ball toward the right gaming area 113SG002R mainly during the jackpot game. The embodiment in which the number of balls (prize balls) is increased is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, as a modification 1, the right gaming area 113SG002R of the pachinko gaming machine 1 From the upstream side to the downstream side, the passing gate 113SG041, the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 113SG007 are arranged in order, and the gaming ball passes through the passing gate 113SG041 during the right-handed hit after the big hit game. By passing through the second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, the small hit game is executed frequently, and during the small hit game, the game ball wins the large winning opening to win the ball. It may be possible to increase it. In the configuration of such a modification 1, instead of the special variable winning ball device 113SG007, a special variable winning ball device for big hits and a special variable winning ball device for small hits are provided, and special variable for big hits is provided. The winning ball device may be provided on the upstream side of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B. In this way, by providing the special variable winning ball device for big hits on the upstream side of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B, during the big hit game, the special variable for big hits before the game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 113SG006B. Since the game ball can enter the big winning opening of the winning ball device, the big hit game can proceed smoothly.

Further, in the case where it is possible to increase the number of balls held by the game ball winning the large winning opening during the small hit game in this way, the hit probability in the variable display of the normal symbol is not related to the game state. Not to be the same (for example, 1/1 hit probability), and the ratio of small hits in the variable display of the second special symbol is set higher than the ratio of small hits in the variable display of the first special symbol (for example, the first 1 Set the ratio of small hits in the variable display of the special symbol to 0, and set the ratio of small hits in the variable display of the second special symbol to 299/300).

Then, after the jackpot game of a specific jackpot type (for example, probability variation jackpot B or non-probability variation jackpot B) is completed, the variation display of the normal symbol executed based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 113SG041 becomes "hit". By setting the opening period of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B in the case of the first period, even if a small hit occurs, the game ball flowing down the right game area 113SG002R wins the second starting winning opening and wins a big prize. After the first KT state (probability change state and first KT state or low probability state and first KT state) in which the game ball is difficult to win in the mouth and the jackpot game of another jackpot type (for example, probability variation jackpot A), the game ball Set the opening period of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B to the second period, which is shorter than the first period, when the variation display of the normal symbol executed based on passing through the passing gate 113SG041 becomes "hit". Then, it is possible to control the large winning opening opened by the occurrence of a small hit to the second KT state (probability change state and the second KT state) in which the game ball is easier to win than the first KT state, and the big prize during the small hit game. It may be possible to prevent the number of balls held from increasing excessively due to the winning of the game ball in the mouth.

In the KT state (first KT state and second KT state), the second special symbol is changed and displayed by launching the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R, so that the game ball is directed toward the left game area 113SG002L. This is a state in which the variation display result is more likely to be a small hit than in the normal state (low accuracy state and non-KT state) in which the variation display of the first special symbol is executed by launching. That is, the KT state is an advantageous state for the player who can generate small hits more frequently than the non-KT state mainly by executing the variable display of the second special symbol.

Next, as described above, the transition of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be controlled to the first KT state and the second KT state will be described. First, in the normal state (low probability state and non-KT state), the player mainly aims at the start winning prize to the first starting winning opening by launching the game ball toward the left game area 113SG002L. Therefore, in the normal state, the variable display of the first special symbol is mainly executed. When the variation display result is a big hit in the normal state, the game state after the big hit game is set to one of the high accuracy state and the second KT state, the high accuracy state and the first KT state, the low accuracy state and the first KT state. Be controlled. For example, after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A is completed, the gaming state is controlled to the high accuracy state and the second KT state, and after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot B is completed, the gaming state is controlled to the high accuracy state and the first KT state, and the non-probability variation After the big hit game is completed, the game state is controlled to the low probability state and the first KT state.

In the game state after the end of these big hit games, the player aims to win a start prize in the second start winning opening or a prize in the big winning opening by launching the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R. When the gaming state is controlled to the high accuracy state and the second KT state or the high accuracy state and the first KT state, these high accuracy states and the second KT state or the high accuracy until the variation display result of the special symbol becomes a big hit again. The state and the first KT state are maintained. On the other hand, when the gaming state is controlled to the low accuracy state and the first KT state, the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy state and the normal state) based on the completion of the 100 times variation display of the special symbol after the end of the big hit game. It is controlled to (non-KT state).

Then, during the KT state, the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed, so that the variation display result becomes a small hit with a high probability, and the big winning opening is opened in the small hit game. Here, in the first KT state, the variable winning ball device 113SG006B arranged on the upstream side of the large winning opening is open for the first period with high probability even during the small hit game. Therefore, most of the game balls win the second start winning opening, and it becomes difficult to win the big winning opening. On the other hand, in the second KT state, the variable winning ball device 113SG006B arranged on the upstream side of the large winning opening during the small hit game is closed at a higher rate than in the first KT state. More game balls than in the 1KT state will win the big winning opening without winning the second starting winning opening.

In the first modification of the present invention, when the variable display result is a big hit and the big hit type is a probabilistic big hit A, the game state is always controlled to the second KT state. It is not limited, and when the variation display result of the second special symbol is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A in the normal state (low probability state and non-KT state), that is, the game ball is placed in the left game area 113SG002L. When the player launches the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R even though the game is in the state of being launched toward, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, and the variation display result is a jackpot and a jackpot type. When the probability variation jackpot A is obtained, the gaming state may not be controlled to the second KT state (controlled to the high probability state and the first KT state) after the jackpot game is completed. By doing so, the original game playability is impaired by some players actively launching the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R in order to execute the variable display of the second special symbol in the normal state. It can be prevented from being lost.

In the first modification, the opening period of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B is different between the first KT state and the second KT state, so that the winning ratio of the game ball to the large winning opening during the small hit game is different. Although illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and by making the number of openings of the variable winning ball device 113SG006B different between the first KT state and the second KT state, a large winning opening during a small hit game can be obtained. The winning rate of the game ball may be different.

In this way, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a game property of increasing the number of balls held even in the second KT state, as shown in FIGS. 8-25 to 8-27, during the jackpot game, the first KT In the state or the second KT state, the prize ball number display 113SG300, 113SG303, 113SG305 may be displayed on the image display device 5.

Further, during the big hit game, as shown in FIGS. 8-25 (A) to 8-25 (C), the character 1078SG301, "Big hit!", Etc. are displayed on the image display device 5 together with the prize ball number display 113SG300. When the character display 113SG302 is displayed and a game ball wins in the big winning opening, the display of the prize ball number display 113SG300 is updated at the first speed (for example, the display of the prize ball number display 113SG300 is set to 0.1 seconds. It may be updated over).

Further, in the first KT state, as shown in FIGS. 8-26 (A) to 8-26 (C), the prize ball number display 113SG303 is displayed on the image display device 5, and a small hit occurs. Displays a character display 113SG304 such as "Small hit occurred!", And when a game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening during the small hit game in the first KT state, the display of the number of prize balls 113SG303 is displayed as a big hit game. It may be updated at the first speed as in the middle.

Then, in the second KT state, as shown in FIGS. 8-27 (A) to 8-27 (C), the prize ball number display 113SG305 is displayed on the image display device 5, and a small hit occurs. The character display 113SG306 such as "Small hit occurred!" May be displayed. Further, when a game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening during the small hit game in the second KT state, a character display 113SG309 such as a character 113SG308 or "+15" as a prize ball increase display is displayed on the image display device 5 as a winning effect. , And the effect image 113SG307 may be displayed around the prize ball number display 113SG305. Then, the display of the prize ball number display 113SG305 is updated at the second speed, which is slower than the first speed (for example, the display of the prize ball number display 113SG305 is updated over 0.5 seconds), that is, a big hit game. The number of prize balls is displayed depending on whether the game ball wins the large prize opening in the first KT state or the second KT state. The number of prize balls is displayed by changing the update speed of 113SG300, 113SG303, 113SG305. The update speed of 113SG300, 113SG303, and 113SG305 may be noticed to improve the game entertainment.

As described above, in the present modification 1, there are two patterns as patterns for updating and displaying the prize ball number display 113SG300, 113SG303, and 113SG305 (a pattern for updating and displaying the prize ball number display 113SG300 and 113SG303 at the first speed, and a prize ball. By providing (a pattern in which the number display 113SG305 is updated and displayed at the second speed), it is possible to improve the interest in the game when the number of prize balls is updated and displayed. In particular, in the present modification 1, when the small hit probability in the second KT state is set to a predetermined probability (for example, 50%, etc.), the winning frequency of the game ball into the large winning opening during the second KT state is higher than that during the big hit game. Will be low. Therefore, by updating the display of the prize ball number display 113SG305 at the second speed, which is slower than the first speed, the game ball is interrupted at the big prize opening even if the winning frequency to the big winning opening is lower than during the big hit game. Since it is possible to make the player feel as if he / she has won a prize, it is possible to have a small hit interval and improve the game entertainment.

In the present modification 1, the common large winning opening may be opened during the big hit game and the small hit game, but the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided with a plurality of large winning openings and is opened during the big hit game. The large winning opening to be played and the large winning opening to be opened during the small hit game may be different.

Further, a state in which the game ball is launched toward the right game area 113SG002R as in the feature portion of all the embodiments and the present modification 1 (big hit game state, high accuracy high base state, first KT state, second KT state, etc.). In the image display device 5, a promotion image prompting the player to launch the game ball toward the right game area 113SG002R is displayed, and the game ball is displayed in the general winning opening 113SG010C provided in the right game area 113SG002R. When a prize is won, a winning sound for notifying that the game ball has won the general winning opening 113SG010C may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. On the other hand, a state in which the game ball is launched toward the right game area 113SG002R (big hit game state, high accuracy high base state, first KT state, second KT state, etc.) as in the feature portion of all the embodiments and the present modification 1. ), When a game ball wins in the general winning openings 113SG010A and 113SG010B provided in the left game area 113SG002L, the promotion image is displayed by not notifying the winning sound from the speakers 8L and 8R. It is possible to prevent the player from giving a sense of discomfort due to the game ball entering the left game area 113SG002L in the jackpot game state, the high accuracy high base state, the first KT state, the second KT state, or the like.

When the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be controlled to the first KT state or the second KT state as in the first modification, the big hit gaming state, the small hit gaming state, and the first KT during the advantageous period in the present invention. The state, the second KT state is included.

Further, in the feature portion of the above-described embodiment, the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game is continuously displayed on the image display device 5 and the decorative symbol is hidden in the special zone after the probability variation jackpot A jackpot game is completed. Although exemplified, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a modification 2 as shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, in the special zone, the image is replaced with the image 113SG005X during the jackpot game. Therefore, the decorative pattern may be displayed in a mode different from the normal state (low accuracy low base state) and the high accuracy high base state excluding the special zone.

When the decorative design is displayed in a mode different from the normal state (low accuracy low base state) and the high accuracy high base state excluding the special zone, for example, FIGS. 8-28 (A) to 8-28-. As shown in 28 (E), a plurality of "7" decorative symbols are displayed in parallel from the front side to the back side of the image display device 5 in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L and 113SG005R. In the "middle" decorative symbol display area 113SG005C, only the decorative symbol of 1 "6" is displayed. That is, the decorative symbols displayed in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 113SG005L and 113SG005R from the state where the decorative symbols are stopped at the combination indicating the reach loss of the probability variation jackpot A (combination of "767"). Is shifted forward, and the decorative symbol displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 113SG005C is rotated in the horizontal direction to execute the variable display. Further, the small symbol may be displayed in a variable manner in the same manner as the feature portion of the embodiment in conjunction with the decorative symbol.

In the variable display of the loss in these special zones, the decorative symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed by the combination of the reach loss of the probability variation jackpot A (combination of "767"). In this way, by deriving and displaying the decorative symbol and the small symbol in the special zone by the combination of the reach loss of the probability variation jackpot A, the decoration symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed by the combination of the probability variation jackpot A in the special zone. It is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not (whether or not the notification of the probability variation jackpot A is executed by the combination of the decorative symbol and the small symbol).

Further, in the variation display of the loss in the special zone, the variation display is completed in 3 seconds (the variation display is executed according to the variation pattern of PA1-4 shown in FIG. 8-5), so that the decorative symbol and the small symbol are displayed. Is derived and displayed every 3 seconds with a combination of reach loss of probability variation jackpot A, and it is more effective for the player to determine whether or not the decorative symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed with the combination of probability variation jackpot A in the special zone. It is possible to draw attention.

When the variation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot B or a non-probability variation jackpot variation display is executed in the special zone, as shown in FIGS. 8-29 (F) to 8-29 (K). In addition, if the pseudo-continuous effect of the number of times corresponding to the remaining number of fluctuations in the special zone is executed and the decorative symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot B or the non-probability variation jackpot via the special zone end notification effect. Good.

As described above, in the special zone in the modified example 2, the shortened fluctuation display for 3 seconds is continuously executed, and when the fluctuation display result is lost, the decorative symbol and the small symbol are probabilistically changed jackpot A. By deriving and displaying by the combination of reach loss of, the player is made to pay attention to whether or not the jackpot game of probability variation jackpot A is executed again in succession to the jackpot game of probability variation jackpot A that triggered the special zone. Is possible. Further, when the variable display result becomes a big hit in the special zone, the decorative symbol and the small symbol are always derived and displayed in a combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A (the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot depending on the combination of the decoration symbol and the small symbol). Since it is notified that it is A), it is possible to give the player a special feeling that the decorative symbol and the small symbol are derived and displayed in the combination indicating the probability variation jackpot A in the special zone.

Further, in the fluctuation display of the probabilistic jackpot A in the special zone, the fluctuation display ends in 3 seconds in the same manner as the fluctuation display of the loss (the fluctuation display is executed according to the fluctuation pattern of PC1-1 shown in FIG. 8-5). Therefore, the decorative design and the small design are suddenly derived and displayed as a combination of the probability variation jackpot A, which can give the player a surprising feeling and shorten the interval between the jackpot games of the continuous probability variation jackpot A. Because it can be done, the game entertainment can be improved.

Further, the feature portion of the above-described embodiment illustrates a mode in which the number of prize balls given to the image display device 5 during a big hit game, a special zone, a high base, etc. can be displayed. The image display device 5 may be able to display the net increase in the number of game balls during these big hit games, in the special zone, in the high base medium, and the like. By doing so, the player can more accurately grasp the number of game balls that he / she has acquired.

Further, in the feature portion of the embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a gaming machine (so-called type 1 machine) capable of executing a variation display of a special symbol and controlling the jackpot game state based on the variation display result. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko game machine 1 can be controlled to the big hit game state based on the variable display of the special symbol, and can be placed in the big prize opening during the small hit game. It may be a gaming machine (so-called type 1 type 2 mixing machine) that can be controlled to a jackpot gaming state based on passing through a specific area provided. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is such a type 1 type 2 mixing machine, in a normal state, a game ball is launched into the left game area to execute a variable display of the first special symbol, and the first special symbol is displayed. When the big hit game state is controlled based on the variable display of the symbol, the small hit game state based on the variable display of the second special symbol is launched by launching the game ball into the right game area in the high base state after the end of the big hit game. It is a game property in which a game ball is made to enter the specific area and controlled to a big hit game state.

Then, the first special period for executing the variation display of the predetermined number of times of the second special figure in the high base state and the remaining time reduction number of times are 0 times, and the second special symbol is based on the four second special figure hold memories. In the second special period in which the variation display is executed, different effects may be executed depending on whether or not the variation display result is a big hit or a small hit.

For example, when the fluctuation display result is a big hit or a small hit in the fluctuation display of the first special period, the pseudo-continuous production of the number of times corresponding to the remaining fluctuation number of the first special period is executed in the fluctuation display, and the second In the variable display during the special period, it may appear that the effect symbol is derived and displayed by a combination of a big hit and a small hit.

Further, in the embodiment and the feature unit, in the variation display in which the variation display result in the special zone is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A, all the symbol confirmation signals and the special symbol are confirmed at the end timing of the variation display. Although the form of outputting both signals has been illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and in the variation display in which the variation display result in the special zone is a jackpot and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A, the variation display It is also possible to output only all symbol confirmation signals at the end timing of.

Further, in the feature portion of the embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 is specialized by transmitting a special zone start notification command and a special zone end notification command from the CPU 103 to the effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120). Although the embodiment in which it can be determined whether or not the player is in the zone is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the effect control CPU 120 is based on the number of fluctuation display times of the probability variation jackpot A after the jackpot game is completed. It may be determined whether or not it is in the special zone. In this way, when the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is in the special zone based on the number of fluctuations displayed after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends, the CPU 103 determines whether or not it is in the special zone, the CPU 103 determines the special zone start notification command or the special zone end notification. Since it is not necessary to send a command, these special zone start notification commands and special zone end notification commands may be excluded from the effect control commands.

Further, in the feature portion of the above-described embodiment, the mode of shifting to the special zone only after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot A ends is illustrated, but the transition to the special zone is made even after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot B ends. May be good.

Further, in the feature portion of the above-described embodiment, the period from the big hit game of the probability variation big hit A to the execution of 32 special figure games (32 fluctuation display) in the high accuracy and high base state in the special zone. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the special zone is a special figure game of 32 times in a high base state (regardless of high accuracy or low accuracy) after the end of the big hit game. It may be the period until the execution of. That is, the player may move to the special zone after the non-probability change jackpot jackpot game is completed.

Further, as described above, when the special zone can be transferred after the completion of a plurality of big hit games, the number of special figure games (variable display number) controlled in the special zone is changed according to the completed big hit game. May be good.

Further, in the feature portion of the above-described embodiment, when the variation display result is a big hit and the jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot A in the variation display in the special zone, the variation pattern of the variation display is set to the special figure variation time of 3 seconds. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as described above, in the case of a form in which the special zone can be transferred after the completion of a plurality of big hit games, the mode in which the game is executed in the fluctuation pattern of PC1-1 is illustrated. , The jackpot type targeted by the fluctuation pattern of PC1-1 may be different in the special zone according to the finished jackpot type. For example, when the player shifts to the special zone after the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot B is completed, and the variation display result is the jackpot and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B in the variation display in the special zone, the variation pattern of the variation display is changed. When the special figure fluctuation time is executed in the fluctuation pattern of PC1-1 of 3 seconds and the game shifts to the special zone after the jackpot game of the non-probability variable jackpot is completed, the fluctuation display result is a jackpot in the fluctuation display in the special zone. When the jackpot type is a non-probability variation jackpot, the variation pattern of the variation display may be executed with the variation pattern of PC1-1 in which the special figure variation time is 3 seconds.

1 Pachinko game machine 4A 1st special symbol display device 4B 2nd special symbol display device 5 Image display device 100 Game control microcomputer 120 Production control CPU

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It is a gaming machine that can perform variable display and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A deciding means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state,
Production execution means that can execute production,
A signal output means capable of outputting a first variable display specific signal and a second variable display specific signal as signals that can specify the execution of variable display, and
With
It is determined that the effect executing means is controlled to the advantageous state by the determining means within a predetermined period corresponding to the period from the end of the advantageous state to the execution of the variable display a predetermined number of times. Based on this, it is possible to execute a specific notification effect for notifying that the advantageous state is controlled after the elapse of the predetermined period.
The signal output means
When the variable display that is not controlled to the advantageous state is executed within the predetermined period, the first variable display specific signal is output, but the second variable display specific signal is not output, and the advantageous state is output outside the predetermined period. outputs said second variable display specific signal and outputting the first variable display specific signal when the variable display uncontrolled is executed,
The first variable display specific signal is output when the variable display controlled to the advantageous state is executed within the predetermined period and when the variable display controlled to the advantageous state is executed outside the predetermined period. And outputs the second variable display specific signal.
A game machine characterized by that.

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