JP6802216B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine capable of performing variable display and controlling to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

As a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that presents a conditional mission to a player and is controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state when the mission is completed by the end of a predetermined period ( For example, Patent Document 1-3).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2009-307 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2012-50862 JP-A-2017-192656

In the technique described in Patent Document 1-3, it becomes impossible for the player to predict whether or not the mission is achieved and controlled in an advantageous state, for example, when the advance notice effect is not executed, and the game interest is improved. Could be difficult.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine that appropriately promotes a player's prediction of an advantageous state and improves a game enjoyment.

(A) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and corresponds to variable display that has not yet been started. It is possible to determine that the hold display means capable of displaying the hold display, the specific effect execution means capable of executing the specific effect during the execution of the variable display, and the specific effect being executed before the variable display is started. The identification means, the notice effect execution means capable of executing the notice effect based on the determination of the determination means, and the notification means capable of notifying that the predetermined period can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display. A special notification effect executing means capable of executing a special notification effect for notifying that the specific effect is executed is provided in connection with the execution of the effect, and the specific effect executing means is provided by the notification means for the predetermined period. When the specific effect can be executed during execution of the variable display which is not notified to be, and is controlled to the advantageous state based on the variable display notified by the notification means for the predetermined period. When the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display and the advantageous state is not controlled based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the period is the predetermined period, the variable display is being executed. Without executing the specific effect, the advance notice effect executing means can execute the first notice effect that can specify the variable display that is the target of the determination, and cannot specify or specify the variable display that is the target of the determination. being capable of performing difficult second informational display, when executing the prediction effect directed to the variable display in the predetermined period, capable of executing a first informational display at a higher rate than the second announcement attraction There, the notification unit, when identified can inform the hold display corresponding to the variable display, executes the prediction effect directed to the variable display that is not controlled by the beneficial state in the predetermined period in the predetermined period, It is characterized in that the advance notice effect is executed at a lower rate than the case where the advance notice effect for the variable display not controlled by the advantageous state is executed in a period other than the predetermined period .
(1) Further, as another game machine, a game machine (for example, pachinko game machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player by performing variable display and has a variable display. The specific effect is executed before the variable display is started with the specific effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS148) capable of executing the specific effect (for example, reach effect) during the execution of. A notice effect capable of executing a notice effect based on the determination means (for example, CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the start winning determination process of step S101) and the determination means. An execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes steps 28AKS143 and 28AKS145) and a notification means (for example, effect images 28AKR1, 28AKN1, 28AKN2) capable of notifying that it is a predetermined period that can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display. The specific effect executing means includes an image display device 5 for displaying, a production control CPU 120 for executing step 28AKS121, and the like, and the specific effect executing means is advantageous based on the variable display notified by the notification means for the predetermined period. When controlled by the state, the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display (for example, when the main count value is the specific count value, the variation pattern determination table 28AKT11 is used to determine the variation pattern. 28AKS08, 28AKS148, etc.), when the advantageous state is not controlled based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the predetermined period is in effect, the specific effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display (for example,). When the main count value is a specific count value, the variation pattern determination table 28AKT03 or 28AKT04 is used to determine the variation pattern (step 28AKS08, etc.), and the advance notice effect executing means is the variable subject to determination. The first notice effect that can specify the display (for example, the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern included in the change effect type ZHA) can be executed, and the variable display that is the target of the judgment cannot be specified or is difficult to specify. 2 When a notice effect (for example, a hold display change effect based on a change effect pattern included in the change effect type ZHB) can be executed and a notice effect for variable display in the predetermined period is executed, the first notice is given. The production is at a higher rate than the second notice production. It may be feasible (for example, steps 28AKS206, 28AKS143, etc. for determining the change effect type using the change effect type determination table 29AKT21).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately promote the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest.

(2) The gaming machine according to (1) above includes a hold display means (for example, hold display area 28AKB1) capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not yet been started, and the notification means is provided for the predetermined period. The hold display corresponding to the variable display in the above is identifiablely notified (for example, notification by displaying the effect images 28AKR1, 28AKN1 and 28AKN2).
In such a configuration, the predictability of the player with respect to the advantageous state can be appropriately increased, and the game entertainment can be improved.

(3) In the game machine of the above (2), the notification means can execute the notification display in the vicinity of the hold display (for example, screen configuration example 28AKP0).
In such a configuration, the predictability of the player with respect to the advantageous state can be appropriately increased, and the game entertainment can be improved.

(4) In the game machine according to (2) or (3), as the first notice effect, a change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display can be executed (for example, effect execution examples 28AK101, 28AK102, etc.).
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately promote the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4), the notification means suggests that the specific effect is controlled to the advantageous state when the specific effect is executed (for example, an effect image). When the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the predetermined period, a special mode different from the normal mode (for example, the effect image 28AKF2 is displayed) can be executed (such as notification by displaying 28AKF1 and 28AKF2). Suggestion notification can be executed in such a manner as to be performed.
In such a configuration, appropriate notification can be executed to improve the game entertainment.

(6) In any of the game machines (1) to (5) above, during the execution of the advance notice effect by the advance notice effect execution means, the advance notice effect is extended based on a new determination by the determination means. It is feasible (for example, step 28AKS106 for determining the presence / absence of the hold display change effect according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. 8-22).
In such a configuration, the advance notice effect can be appropriately executed to improve the game entertainment.

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 figure which shows the structural example of the screen display which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the configuration example of the start opening winning command which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern which concerns on a characteristic part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variation pattern setting process which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the setting example of the variation pattern determination table which concerns on a characteristic part. It is a figure which shows the configuration example of the hold display data storage part which concerns on a feature part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the look-ahead notice setting process which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the example of determining the presence or absence of the hold display change effect which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the initial value determination example of the change effect counter which concerns on a feature part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process which concerns on a feature part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the change effect setting process which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the change effect type and change effect pattern which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the setting example of the hold display change effect type determination table which concerns on the feature part 28AK. It is a figure which shows the setting example of the change effect pattern determination table which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the example of determining the presence or absence of the active display change effect which concerns on the feature part 30AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the production execution example which concerns on the feature part. It is a figure which shows the production execution example which concerns on the feature part. It is a figure which shows the production execution example which concerns on the feature part. It is a figure which shows the production execution example which concerns on the feature part. It is a figure which shows the change effect pattern determination table of the transformation example which concerns on a feature part. It is a figure which shows the example of determining the presence / absence of the hold display change effect of the modification of the modification relating to a feature part. It is a figure which shows the hold display change effect type determination table of the modification which concerns on a feature part.

(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 classified 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 7-segment LEDs and 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). Fluctuations 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 symbol 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). 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 in which execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. Hold display and active display are also 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 stored items on hold. 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 as long as it changes between the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electric tulip type accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations on the lower left and right sides 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) 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 7-segment LEDs and 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.

A normal symbol display 25C is provided above the normal symbol display 20. 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 held, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game 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 drawing game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The 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 a normal symbol other than a normal symbol (a common symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as a 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 big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state is a combination of the elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the large winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also hereinafter referred to as an open upper limit period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is open in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the maximum number of times (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

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 upper limit period of opening) of the big winning opening and game states 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 many prize balls can be obtained, a jackpot type in which few prize balls are obtained, or a jackpot type in which 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 prize 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 variation 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, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high-accuracy state and low-base state are also called the high-accuracy low-base 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, but in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9 It may be turned on or off, the operation of the movable body 32, or an effect using an arbitrary effect device including a part or all of them.

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 symbol. 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 is in 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 is changed to 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 referred to as) 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 pre-reading notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability in the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution. As the pre-reading 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 in the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a highly accurate 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 accuracy state and the low accuracy 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 includes 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 has passed 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). It takes in a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering and transmits it 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 a 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 on / off 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 is restored to the state when the power supply is stopped, 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, for example, the image display device 5 indicates that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. , Display the screen for notification. 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, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the 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, refer to the details. 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 game ball passing 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, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. 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 storing the hold information and the number of hold storages, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the judgment result such as the occurrence of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, the read-ahead judgment, etc. is set on the effect control board 12. Be told. 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 step 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 reserved information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set as "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when it is set as "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. In addition, 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 memorized, 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. Contains the process of making 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 "loss", 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 open the big winning opening by starting the execution of the round in the big hit game state 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 open upper limit period for keeping the big winning opening in the open state and the upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to which type of jackpot is used. 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 measured 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 device 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. Ends 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 processing 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 in the open state 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 has elapsed. 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 source 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). In addition, 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 the register setting of the CTC, for example. 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 effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an 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 process or the like. Turn on the provided receive 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 the process of 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 lookahead advance notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, setting, and the like for executing the pre-reading 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 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, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the small hit game state is terminated, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. 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 process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, 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 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 jackpot effect processing, for example, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the ending effect process "7" in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the jackpot game state is terminated. Update to ", 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 the 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 When a symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, if the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, 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 addition, 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 percentage of "0%" and the other may have a percentage of "100%" or less than "100%".

(Explanation of featured parts 28AK to 30AK)
FIG. 8-1 shows a configuration example 28AKP0 of the screen display in the image display device 5 with respect to the feature units 28AK to 30AK. In the configuration example 28AKP0, an active display area 28AKA1 and a hold display area 28AKB1 are provided on the screen of the image display device 5. In the active display area 28AKA1, active display is performed by displaying an effect image corresponding to the variable display during execution. In the hold display area 28AKB1, the hold display is performed by displaying the effect image corresponding to the variable display in which the execution is held according to the special figure hold storage number such as the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number. As described above, in the active display area 28AKA1 and the hold display area 28AKAB1, active display and hold display which are specific displays based on the information related to the variable display are possible.

The hold display area 28AKB1 may be configured as a display area so that the hold display is performed left-justified, for example. In the hold display area 28AKB1, eight display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the number of hold storages "8" are provided, and the hold numbers "1", "2", ..., "8" are provided in order from the left end. It suffices if it is associated with. Based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, the number of reserved memories corresponding to the special figure game increases. At this time, if there is no other hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1, the hold display corresponding to the increased number of hold storages is displayed at the leftmost display portion corresponding to the hold number "1" in the hold display area 28AKB1. , Add the display of the effect image showing the new hold display. If there is another hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1, the display part that is hidden to the right of the display part where the other hold display is performed in the hold display area 28AKB1 (hold number is "2"). In (display part corresponding to any of "8"), a display of an effect image showing a new hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased number of hold storages. When a new special figure game is started when there is one or more hold displays in the hold display area 28AKB1, it is held at the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number "1" in the hold display area 28AKB1. Erase (digest) the display. At this time, if there is a hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "8", the hold display is moved (shifted) to the left side in the direction of the erased display portion. As described above, in the hold display area 28AKB1, the hold display corresponding to the special figure game whose execution is held without being started is possible according to the number of hold storages. Further, in the hold display area 28AKB1, by displaying the effect image to be the hold display image, the hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not been started can be performed as the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

In the active display area 28AKA1, the active display corresponding to the hold display deleted (digested) in the hold display area 28AKAB1 is started in response to the start of the special figure game. In the active display area 28AKA1, by displaying the effect image that becomes the active display image, the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed can be performed as the corresponding display related to the variable display. The hold display and the active display may have the same color and pattern, and for example, the active display may be displayed larger than the hold display. The display mode of the active display may change to a display mode different from that of the hold display due to the execution of the active display change effect.

On the screen of the image display device 5 in the configuration example 28AKP0, the active display area 28AKA1 is arranged on the left side of the hold display area 28AKB1. On the other hand, the active display area 28AKA1 and the hold display area 28AKAB1 may be arranged at arbitrary positions on the screen of the image display device 5. For example, the active display area 28AKA1 may be arranged on the right side of the hold display area 28AKAB1.

On the screen of the image display device 5 in the configuration example 28AKP0, the transitionable period can be notified based on the execution of the variable display by displaying the effect images 28AKN1, 28AKN2, 28AKR1 and the like. The display of the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 shows a specific count scale, and the display of the effect image 28AKR1 shows a variable display meter. In the feature portions 28AK to 30AK, the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 are displayed, and the display mode of the effect image 28AKR1 changes each time the variable display is executed, so that the meter display amount in the variable display meter corresponds to the specific count scale. It is possible for the player to recognizable whether or not the display amount is displayed. When the meter display amount on the variable display meter becomes the display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, it is notified that the predetermined period is reached. When the meter display amount on the variable display meter is other than the display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, it is notified that the period is not set. In this way, depending on whether or not the meter display amount on the variable display meter is the display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, it is possible to notify whether or not it is a predetermined period that can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display. Further, the meter display amount in the variable display meter may be capable of notifying the hold display corresponding to the variable display in a predetermined period by, for example, a difference from the display amount corresponding to the specific count scale. In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, for example, the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 are displayed in the vicinity of the active display in the active display area 28AKA1 and the hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1, and the effect image 28AKR1 is displayed each time the variable display is executed. By changing the mode, it is possible to execute a notification display capable of notifying whether or not the period is a predetermined period. The display amount corresponding to the specific count scale is also referred to as a specific display amount.

The display amount in the variable display meter according to the display mode of the effect image 28AKR1 may be increased and updated according to the sub-side count value. The sub-side count value is a stored value of a sub-side counter provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control counter setting unit) of the RAM 122 on the effect control board 12, and is a stored value from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. After receiving the transmitted count start designation command, it is updated so that 1 is added each time the variable display is started. Then, when the sub-side count value reaches the upper limit count value (for example, "100"), the sub-side count value is cleared and set to the count initial value (for example, "0"). Further, when the count stop designation command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is received, the sub-side count value is set to the count initial value, and the update of the sub-side count value is stopped. The sub-side count value includes a case where it becomes a normal count value and a case where it becomes a specific count value. For example, in the sub-side count value, when one or both of the ones and tens digits are "5", the sub-side count value becomes a specific count value. In the sub-side count value, when both the ones place and the tens place are other than "5", the sub-side count value becomes the normal count value. When the sub-side count value is a normal count value, the meter display amount on the variable display meter is not the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, but the display mode of the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 and the display mode of the effect image 28AKR1. It is notified that it is not a predetermined period. When the sub-side count value is a specific count value, the meter display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, and is determined by the display mode of the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 and the display mode of the effect image 28AKR1. It is notified that it is a period.

On the main board 11, for example, a main side counter is provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100. The main side counter corresponds to the sub side counter and stores the main side count value updatable. The main count value is updated so that 1 is added each time the variable display is started after the count start condition is satisfied. Then, when the main side count value reaches the upper limit count value (for example, "100"), the main side count value is cleared and set to the count initial value (for example, "0"). When the count stop condition is satisfied, the main count value is set to the initial count value, and the update of the main count value is stopped. Similar to the sub-side count value, the main-side count value includes a case where it becomes a normal count value and a case where it becomes a specific count value. In this embodiment, it is sufficient that each count value can be updated so that the main count value becomes the same value as the sub count value.

In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, as an example of the look-ahead advance notice effect, the advance notice effect of "hold display change" can be executed. The notice effect of "change in hold display" is a ratio or change depending on whether or not at least one hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1 changes to a display mode different from the normal display mode. It is announced that the variable display corresponding to the hold display will be a "big hit" and will be controlled to the big hit game state at a rate according to the display mode in the case of. It suffices if it is possible to change the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not yet been started by the advance notice effect of the "hold display change" and suggest that the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit" at a predetermined ratio. For example, the display color of the hold display may be changed to a specific color (blue, red, etc.) different from the predetermined color (white, etc.) in the normal state. Alternatively, the shape of the hold display may be changed to a specific shape (star shape or the like) different from the predetermined shape (round shape or the like) at the normal time. Alternatively, the display pattern of the hold display may be changed to a specific pattern (sakura pattern, etc.) different from the predetermined pattern (plain color, etc.) in the normal state. As the display mode of the hold display, by changing the color, shape, pattern, or a part or all of these combinations to a specific mode different from the normal time, the display result of the variable display corresponding to the hold display is ". It can be suggested that the rate of "big hits" is higher than usual. When changing the display mode of the hold display, all of the effect images displayed as the hold display may be changed, or a part of the effect image may be changed. By changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a predetermined message (for example, "secret"), it may be possible to suggest that the rate of change to the specific mode is higher than usual. A hold display that suggests that such a display mode changes to a specific mode at a high rate is also referred to as a suggestion hold display. The notice effect of "hold display change" is also referred to as a hold display notice or a hold display change effect.

When the hold display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display may change, or the display mode of the hold display may not change. Among the hold display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the hold display changes is also referred to as a hold display change success effect. Among the hold display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is also referred to as a hold display change failure effect. In addition, the hold display change effect may include a hold display change common effect. The hold display change common effect is executed in the common effect mode regardless of whether the display mode of the hold display changes or does not change in response to the start of execution of the hold display change effect. As an example of the hold display change common effect, an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and an action effect that affects the hold display corresponding to the variable display to be notified is executed. You may. The action effect included in the hold display change common effect may be a display effect that suggests that the display mode of the hold display changes at a predetermined rate by acting on the hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1. Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a part or all of the light emitting members such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display changes. As described above, the hold display change success effect in which the display mode of the hold display changes after the hold display change common effect is executed is also referred to as the hold change effect as the first success effect. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display does not change. As described above, the hold display change failure effect in which the display mode of the hold display does not change even though the hold display change common effect is executed is also referred to as the hold change change effect as the first failure effect.

A plurality of change effect patterns for the hold display are prepared in advance corresponding to the effect mode of the hold display change effect. The change effect pattern for hold display may be included in any one of a plurality of change effect types for hold display. The change effect type for the hold display may be configured to include the change effect pattern for the hold display classified (grouped) based on, for example, the effect mode of the hold display change effect. As an example, a plurality of change effect patterns for hold display are classified (grouped) according to the type of character displayed in the hold display change effect, and one of the plurality of change effect types for hold display is selected. It should be configured. A single or a plurality of change effect patterns are classified into each change effect type for the hold display, depending on the effect mode of the hold display change effect.

In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, as an example of the advance notice effect different from the pre-reading advance notice effect, the advance notice effect of "active display change" can be executed. The notice effect of the "active display change" depends on the ratio depending on whether or not the active display in the active display area 28AKA1 changes to a display mode different from the normal display mode, and the display mode when the change occurs. At a rate, it is announced that the variable display when the execution is started will be a "big hit" and will be controlled to the big hit game state. By the notice effect of "active display change", the display mode of the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed is changed in the same manner as the notice effect of "hold display change", and the display result of the variable display is changed at a predetermined ratio. It would be good if it could be suggested that it would be a big hit. As the display mode of the active display, the display result of the variable display being executed is "big hit" by changing the color, shape, pattern, or a combination of a part or all of them to a specific mode different from the normal time. It can be suggested that the ratio is higher than usual. When changing the display mode of the active display, the entire effect image displayed as the active display may be changed, or a part of the effect image may be changed. The notice effect of "active display change" is also referred to as an active display notice or an active display change effect.

When the active display change effect is executed, the display mode of the active display may change, or the display mode of the active display may not change. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display changes is also referred to as an active display change success effect. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display does not change is also referred to as an active display change failure effect. In addition, the active display change effect may include an active display change common effect. The active display change common effect is executed in the common effect mode regardless of whether the display mode of the active display changes or does not change, in response to the start of execution of the active display change effect. In the active display change common effect, as in the hold display change common effect, an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and affects the active display corresponding to the variable display to be notified. Such an action effect may be executed. The action effect included in the active display change common effect may be a display effect that suggests that the display mode of the active display changes at a predetermined rate by acting on the active display in the active display area 28AKA1. Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a part or all of the light emitting members such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the active display change success effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display changes. As described above, the active display change success effect in which the display mode of the active display changes after the active display change common effect is executed is also referred to as an active change effect as the second success effect. On the other hand, when the active display change failure effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display does not change. As described above, the active display change failure effect in which the display mode of the active display does not change even though the active display change common effect is executed is also referred to as an active change gase effect as the second failure effect.

A plurality of change effect patterns for active display are prepared in advance corresponding to the effect mode of the active display change effect. The change effect pattern for active display may be included in any one of a plurality of change effect types for active display. The change effect type for active display may be configured to include a change effect pattern for active display classified (grouped) based on, for example, an effect mode of the active display change effect. As an example, a plurality of change effect patterns for active display are classified (grouped) according to the type of characters displayed in the active display change effect, and one of the plurality of change effect types for active display is selected. It should be configured. Each change effect type for active display is classified into a single or a plurality of change effect patterns according to the effect mode of the active display change effect.

FIG. 8-2 shows a configuration example of an effect control command used as a start opening winning command for the feature units 28AK to 30AK. In the start prize determination process executed in step S101 of the special symbol process process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command for designating the occurrence of the start prize is made. A start opening prize designation command is prepared in advance as an effect control command for designating the occurrence of a start prize. Further, in the start winning determination process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command for specifying the number of pending storages is made. A hold storage number notification command is prepared in advance as an effect control command for specifying the hold storage number. Further, in the start winning determination process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command for specifying a determination result of the look-ahead determination is made. As an effect control command for designating the judgment result of the lookahead judgment, a winning judgment result command is prepared in advance. As described above, the start opening winning command includes the starting opening winning designation command, the hold storage number notification command, and the winning determination result command.

FIG. 8-2 (A) shows a setting example of a start opening winning designation command, a hold storage number notification command, and a winning determination result command. The start opening winning designation command includes a command B100H which is a first starting opening winning designation command and a command B200H which is a second starting opening winning designation command. The subscript H indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. The hold storage number notification command includes a command C1XXH which is a first hold storage number notification command and a command C2XXH which is a second hold storage number notification command. It should be noted that 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 hold storage number notification command, different EXT data (for example, any of 00H to 04H) is set according to the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number. Different EXT data is set for the command C4XXH, which is a winning determination result command, according to the pre-reading determination determination result.

When a game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and a starting winning (first starting winning) occurs, the first reserved memory number is set. When it is determined that the upper limit value has not been reached, the first starting condition is satisfied. The first start condition is a condition for executing a special figure game (first special figure game) using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. When the first start condition is satisfied, the main board 11 transmits the first start opening winning designation command, the winning determination result command, and the first reserved storage number notification command to the effect control board 12. When a game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and a starting winning (second starting winning) occurs, the second reserved memory number The second starting condition is satisfied when it is determined that the upper limit value has not been reached. The second start condition is a condition for executing a special figure game (second special figure game) using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. When the second start condition is satisfied, the main board 11 transmits the second start opening winning designation command, the winning determination result command, and the second reserved storage number notification command to the effect control board 12.

On the side of the effect control board 12, the establishment of the first starting condition can be detected by receiving the first start opening winning designation command, and the establishment of the second starting condition can be detected by receiving the second starting opening winning designation command. it can. As described above, the first start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the first start condition. The second start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the second start condition. The winning judgment result command is the first start winning, which is the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening, or the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening. At the time of the second start winning, the comparison result (judgment result at the time of winning) using the game random number (random number value for determining the special figure display result, etc.) extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like is sent to the effect control board 12 side. Notice. The first hold storage number notification command notifies the first hold storage number. The second hold storage number notification command notifies the second hold storage number.

FIG. 8-2 (B) illustrates the content of the notification by the winning determination result command. Of the winning judgment result commands, the command C402H, command C403H, and command C404H may be transmitted when the random number value for determining the special figure display result is not within the jackpot judgment range, and the display result of the special figure game is displayed. By being determined to be "missing", the winning judgment result that the jackpot game state is not controlled is notified. On the other hand, the command C401H is transmitted when the random number value for determining the special figure display result is within the jackpot determination range, and is controlled to the jackpot game state by determining the display result of the special figure game as "big hit". Notifies the result of the winning judgment (variable display content is "big hit"). The command C400H notifies that the winning determination is restricted. The command C402H is transmitted when the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the super reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and the judgment result at the time of winning (variable display content is determined to be the fluctuation pattern with super reach at the time of loss). "Super reach confirmed at the time of loss") is notified. On the other hand, the command C403H is transmitted when the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and is determined to be the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect at the time of loss (variable). The displayed content notifies "Reach confirmed when lost"). Further, the command C404H is transmitted when the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is neither within the super reach confirmation range at the time of loss nor within the reach confirmation range, and it is possible that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect is not determined. Notify the time judgment result (variable display content is "general when lost"). In this way, the winning judgment result command uses the game random numbers extracted at the time of starting winning to determine whether or not the variable display result is determined as a "big hit" and whether or not it is determined in a specific fluctuation pattern. It is transmitted as judgment result information for notifying the judgment result at the time of winning.

FIG. 8-3 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern relating to the feature portions 28AK to 30AK. These fluctuation patterns may be prepared in advance so as to be usable in place of a part or all of the fluctuation patterns in the above-described embodiment or together with a part or all of the fluctuation patterns in the above-mentioned embodiment. The plurality of fluctuation patterns differ in the special figure fluctuation time and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol. The special figure fluctuation time is the time required from the start of the variable display of the special symbol to the stop display of the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game such as the first special figure game and the second special figure game. It becomes the variable display time of the symbol. The plurality of fluctuation patterns relating to the feature portions 28AK to 30AK include fluctuation patterns corresponding to any one of "non-reach", "reach", and "big hit". "Non-reach" is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "non-reach loss". "Reach" is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the reach combination that is not the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "reach loss". The "big hit" is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit". The fluctuation pattern corresponding to "non-reach" is a non-reach fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation pattern corresponding to "reach" is a reach fluctuation pattern, and the fluctuation pattern corresponding to "big hit" is a jackpot fluctuation pattern. The non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are also collectively referred to as a loss fluctuation pattern. The reach fluctuation pattern and the jackpot fluctuation pattern include a "normal" fluctuation pattern in which the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed, and a super reach after the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed. It includes a variation pattern of "super" in which the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that develops into the reach effect and becomes the super reach is executed. The reach production that becomes the super reach includes the reach production of Super A and Super B, which have different production modes.

FIG. 8-4 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S111 of the special symbol process process as the variation pattern setting process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process, it is determined whether or not the count is stopped (step 28AKS01). Whether or not the count is stopped may be determined, for example, by checking the counting flag provided in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102. The counting flag may be provided, for example, in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100. In step 28AKS01, if the counting flag is off, it is determined that the counting is stopped, and if the counting flag is on, it is determined that the counting is not stopped.

When it is determined that the counting is stopped corresponding to the off of the counting flag (step 28AKS01; Yes), it is determined whether or not the counting start condition is satisfied (step 28AKS02). The count start condition may be satisfied, for example, when the probability change state or the time saving state ends and the execution of the special figure game in the normal state starts. The probabilistic change state and the time reduction state may be any number of times cut (number of times cut probability change or time reduction) that ends when the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times. When it is determined that the count start condition is satisfied (step 28AKS02; Yes), the count start setting is performed (step 28AKS03). The count start setting may include a setting to turn on the counting flag. Further, the count start setting may include a setting in which the main counter is cleared and the initial count value "0" is set as the main count value. Further, the count start setting may include a setting for transmitting a count start designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

If it is determined that the counting stop flag is on and the counting is not stopped (step 28AKS01; No), it is determined whether or not the counting stop condition is satisfied (step 28AKS04). The count stop condition may be satisfied, for example, when the jackpot game state ends and the execution of the special figure game in the probability change state or the time saving state starts. When it is determined that the count stop condition is satisfied (step 28AKS04; Yes), the count stop time setting is performed (step 28AKS05). The count stop setting may include a setting for turning off the counting flag. Further, the count stop setting may include a setting in which the main counter is cleared and the main count value is set to "0". Further, the count stop setting may include a setting for transmitting a count stop designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

If the count start setting is made in step 28AKS03, or if it is determined in step 28AKS04 that the count stop condition is not satisfied (step 28AKS04; No), the main counter update setting is made (step 28AKS06). ). As the main counter update setting, for example, the main count value may be updated to be added by 1. In this case, if the updated main side count value reaches the upper limit count value (for example, "100"), the main side counter may be cleared and the main side count value may be set to "0". The main counter update setting may be executed in response to the end of the variable display, such as when the special symbol stop process is executed in step S113 of the special symbol process process. When the count start condition is not satisfied in step 28AKS02 (step 28AKS02; No), when the count stop setting is made in step 28AKS05, or after the main counter update setting is made in step 28AKS06. , Select the variation pattern determination table (step 28AKS07). In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, a plurality of fluctuation pattern determination tables according to the display result of the variable display and the like are prepared in advance as the fluctuation pattern determination table. In step 28AKS07, the variation pattern determination table to be used is determined based on the table selection setting for selecting the variation pattern determination table.

After the variation pattern determination table is selected, the variation pattern is determined (step 28AKS08). At this time, the variation pattern determination table selected in step 28AKS07 is referred to, and numerical data indicating a random value for determining the variation pattern is used to determine one of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance. Numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is read from the random number buffer for fluctuation. When the random number buffer for variation is provided in a predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100, and the special symbol normal processing is executed in step S110 of the special symbol process processing, for example. In addition, it is possible to store a random number value included in the hold information read from the hold storage unit. The CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 compares the random number value for determining the variation pattern read from the random number buffer for variation with the determination value preset in the selected variation pattern determination table. Then, among the determination values assigned for each variation pattern, the variation pattern to be used is set according to the determination result of which determination value matches the random number value for determining the variation pattern. It should be noted that, by a process separate from the determination of the variation pattern, it may be determined whether or not the variable display of the decorative symbol is set as the reach mode when the display result of the variable display is "missing". Corresponding to the fluctuation pattern determined by step 28AKS08, the special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is set (step 28AKS09). The special figure fluctuation time is predetermined for each fluctuation pattern. By setting the special symbol fluctuation time, it is possible to set the timing at which the display result is derived in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol.

Following the setting of the special figure fluctuation time, the special figure fluctuation start setting is performed (step 28AKS10). The special figure fluctuation start setting is started in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. It is a setting for starting the fluctuation of the special symbol so as to start the special symbol game in which the condition is satisfied. As a special symbol variation start setting, for example, when the execution of the special symbol game using the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A is started, the display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. It is possible to transmit a drive signal to update. As a special symbol variation start setting, for example, when the execution of the special symbol game using the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is started, the display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is performed. It is possible to transmit a drive signal to update.

After that, the command transmission setting at the start of fluctuation is performed (step 28AKS11). As a command transmission setting at the start of fluctuation, for example, when starting execution of a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A, the ROM 101 of the command table for starting the first fluctuation prepared in advance. Specify the storage address (start address) in. As a command transmission setting at the start of fluctuation, for example, when starting execution of a special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B, ROM 101 of the command table for starting the second fluctuation prepared in advance. Specify the storage address (start address) in. The first fluctuation start command table can sequentially transmit the first fluctuation start command, the fluctuation pattern specification command, the variable display result notification command, and the first hold storage number notification command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. It suffices to include the table data to be. The second fluctuation start command table can sequentially transmit the second fluctuation start command, the fluctuation pattern specification command, the variable display result notification command, and the second hold storage number notification command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. It suffices to include the table data to be. The first variation start command is an effect control command for designating the variation start of the first special figure in the special figure game of the first special symbol display device 4A. The second variation start command is an effect control command for designating the variation start of the second special figure in the special figure game of the second special symbol display device 4B. The variation pattern designation command is an effect control command that specifies the variation pattern determined in step 28AKS08. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command that specifies a display result in a variable display such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. Following the command transmission setting at the start of fluctuation, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2" (step 28AKS12), and then the fluctuation pattern setting process ends.

FIG. 8-5 shows a setting example relating to the fluctuation pattern determination table of the feature portions 28AK to 30AK. In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 to 28AKT04 and 28AKT11 shown in FIGS. 8-5 (A) to 8-5 are prepared in advance as a plurality of fluctuation pattern determination tables. FIG. 8-5 (F) shows a table selection setting for selecting a variation pattern determination table according to the combination of the main count value and the variable display. In step 28AKS07 of the variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 has a case where the main side count value is a normal count value, a case where the main side count value is a specific count value, and a case where the variable display is normal. A different variation pattern determination table can be selected depending on the combination of the case where the variable display is lost, the case where the variable display is lost in a short time, and the case where the variable display is a big hit. The case where the variable display is lost in the normal time is a case where the display result of the variable display is "lost" in the normal state where the time reduction control is not performed. The case where the variable display is lost during the time reduction is a case where the display result of the variable display becomes "loss" during the time reduction state in which the time reduction control is performed or the probability change state. The case where the variable display is a big hit is a case where the display result of the variable display is a "big hit" regardless of whether or not the time saving control is performed.

In the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 and 28AKT02, fluctuation patterns in which the number of assigned determination values differs depending on which value is 0, 1, or 2 or more in the number of reserved storages is included. , Judgment values corresponding to each fluctuation pattern are set. In this case, it suffices if the average special figure fluctuation time can be made different according to the number of reserved storages. When the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average special figure fluctuation time can be shorter than when the number of reserved storages is less than a predetermined value. It suffices if the corresponding judgment value is set. In the variation pattern determination table 28AKT02, the determination values corresponding to each variation pattern are set so that the number of determination values assigned to the variation pattern having a short special figure variation time is larger than that of the variation pattern determination table 28AKT01. It suffices if it is set.

In the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 and 28AKT02, the range of judgment values assigned to the fluctuation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3 of "super" is the part that changes according to the number of reserved memories and the number of reserved memories. It includes parts that do not change. For example, in the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT01, the number of judgment values assigned to the fluctuation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3 is 20 + 10 = 30 when the number of reserved storages is 0, and when the number of reserved storages is 1. 14 + 7 = 21 pieces, and 10 + 5 = 15 pieces when the number of reserved storages is 2 or more. Of these, the 15 determination values assigned when the number of reserved memories is 2 or more are assigned to any of the fluctuation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3 even when the number of reserved memories is 0 or 1. Just do it. If the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of these 15 determination values, it is determined that the fluctuation pattern is "super" regardless of the number of reserved storages. In the variation pattern determination table 28AKT01, the number of determination values assigned to the variation pattern PA2-1 is 15 when the number of reserved storages is 2 or more. The 15 determination values assigned in this case may be assigned to any of the fluctuation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3 when the number of reserved storages is 0 or 1. If the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of these 15 judgment values, it is uncertain whether or not it will be a "super" fluctuation pattern regardless of the number of reserved memories, but at least "normal". It is confirmed that the reach fluctuation pattern includes the fluctuation pattern of. In the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT02 as well, as in the case of the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT01, at least the range of judgment values for determining that the fluctuation pattern is “super” regardless of the number of reserved memories and at least regardless of the number of reserved memories. The range of determination values that can be determined to be the reach fluctuation pattern can be determined in advance.

When the display result of the variable display is "missing", the range of the determination value for which the fluctuation pattern of "super" is determined is the super reach confirmation range. When the display result of the variable display is "missing", the range of the determination value that determines that the reach effect including the "normal" variation pattern is the variation pattern is the reach determination range. The start winning determination process executed in step S101 of the special symbol process process is a process of determining read-ahead, which is a variation of the process of determining whether or not the display result of the variable display is a "big hit". It includes a specific pattern look-ahead determination process for determining whether or not a pattern is determined as a specific pattern. In the jackpot look-ahead determination process, the display result determination table is used to determine whether or not the display result of the variable display is a "big hit" based on the random number value for determining the display result. At this time, if the random number value for determining the display result is included in the jackpot confirmation range, it is determined that the variable display is "big hit" (determination at the time of winning). The specific pattern look-ahead judgment process is for determining the fluctuation pattern by using the super reach confirmation range and the reach confirmation range when it is determined in the jackpot look-ahead determination process that the display result of the variable display does not become a "big hit". It is determined whether or not the fluctuation pattern is determined as a specific pattern based on the random value of.

The number of reserved storages (first reserved storage number, second reserved storage number) when the start winning is generated does not always match the reserved storage number when the variable display is actually started, and the starting winning is generated. It may change later due to the execution of variable display or the occurrence of a new start prize. Therefore, the table data selected may not match due to the difference in the number of reserved storages between the judgment result at the start winning and the determination of the fluctuation pattern at the start of the variable display, and the specific fluctuation pattern is determined in advance at the start winning. It is generally difficult to determine and predict whether or not it will be done. On the other hand, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", at least the judgment value assigned to the fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect including the "super" fluctuation pattern or the "normal" fluctuation pattern is executed is stored in hold. It contains common parts regardless of the number. Therefore, regardless of the number of reserved memories at the start winning prize or the start of the variable display in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whether or not the fluctuation pattern of "super" is confirmed and the reach effect including the fluctuation pattern of "normal" are executed. It is possible to determine whether or not the fluctuation pattern to be determined has been determined.

In the specific pattern look-ahead judgment process, when the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is included in the super reach confirmation range, the judgment result at the time of winning is set as "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", and the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is reach. If it is included in the confirmation range, the judgment result at the time of winning may be "reach confirmation at the time of loss". In the specific pattern look-ahead determination process, when the random number value for determining the fluctuation pattern is not included in the super reach confirmation range or the reach confirmation range, the winning determination result may be set to "general at the time of loss". Of the judgment results based on the pre-reading judgment at the time of winning, "big hit" corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit" and is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state, and "general at the time of loss", "Reach confirmed at the time of loss" and "Super reach confirmed at the time of loss" correspond to the case where the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" and is not controlled to the jackpot game state as an advantageous state.

In the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT11, the number of judgment values assigned to the fluctuation patterns of "super" such as fluctuation patterns PA3-2 and PA3-3 is the fluctuation pattern of "normal" such as fluctuation pattern PA3-1. Judgment values corresponding to each fluctuation pattern are set so as to be larger than the number of judgment values assigned to each. In the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 and 28AKT02, the number of judgment values assigned to the "normal" fluctuation pattern such as the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 is the fluctuation of the "super" such as the fluctuation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3. Judgment values corresponding to each fluctuation pattern are set so as to be larger than the number of judgment values assigned to the pattern. As a result, when the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed, the reach effect of the super reach is not executed and the variable display is displayed even if the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed. The jackpot expectation (big hit reliability) is higher than when the result is stopped and displayed.

In the variation pattern determination table 28AKT03, determination values are assigned so that the variation pattern PA1-1 to PA1-3 can be determined, while the variation pattern PA2-1 to PA2-3 cannot be determined. ing. In the variation pattern determination table 28AKT04, determination values are assigned so that the variation pattern PB1-1 to PB1-3 can be determined, while the variation pattern PA2-1 to PA2-3 cannot be determined. ing. The fluctuation patterns PA1-1 to PA1-3 and the fluctuation patterns PB1-1 to PB1-3 are both non-reach fluctuation patterns, and the fluctuation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3 are all reach fluctuation patterns. In the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 and 28AKT02, determination values are assigned so that reach fluctuation patterns such as fluctuation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3 can also be determined. As a result, in the range where either the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT01 or 28AKT02 is selected, the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect can be determined at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the range where any of the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT03 and 28AKT04 is selected, there is a limit as a limit that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect is not determined.

When the main count value is a normal count value, the variable pattern determination table 28AKT01 is selected if the variable display is lost during normal operation, and the variable pattern determination table 28AKT02 is selected if the variable display is lost during time reduction. .. When the main count value is a specific count value, the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT03 is selected if the variable display is lost during normal operation, and the variation pattern determination table 28AKT04 is selected if the variable display is lost during the time reduction. .. When the variable display is a big hit, the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT11 is selected regardless of whether the main count value is a normal count value or a specific count value. As a result, when the main count value is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "missing", the reach effect that is the specific effect is not executed, and the non-reach combination is confirmed as the display result of the decorative pattern. The decorative pattern is derived. In the variation pattern determination table 28AKT11 selected when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", determination values are assigned to the variation patterns PA3-1 to PA3-2. Therefore, when the main count value is a specific count value, if a reach effect that is a specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display, the display result of the variable display is displayed before the display result is stopped and displayed. Is confirmed to be a "big hit". Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", in the range where the main count value is the normal count value, the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect can be determined at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the case where the display result of the variable display is "missing", there is a limit as a limit that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect is not determined in the range where the main count value becomes the specific count value.

When the main count value is a normal count value, it is notified that the display amount on the variable display meter is not the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale and is not in the predetermined period. When the main count value is a specific count value, the display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, and it is notified that the predetermined period is reached. Therefore, the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT01 and 28AKT02 are selected corresponding to the variable display notified that the period is not predetermined, and the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT03 and 28AKT04 are changed to the variable display notified that the period is not predetermined. Correspondingly selected. In step 28AKS07 of the variation pattern setting process, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", a different variation pattern determination table is displayed depending on whether the main count value is a normal count value or a specific count value. It is selectable. When the display result of the variable display is "missing", the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect can be determined at a predetermined ratio in the range where the main count value is the normal count value, so that it is notified that it is not a predetermined period. In the range of variable display to be performed, when the display result of variable display is "missing", it is possible to execute a reach effect that is a specific effect at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect is not determined in the range where the main count value becomes the specific count value, so that it is notified that it is a predetermined period. In the range of variable display, there is a limit as a limit that the reach effect, which is a specific effect, is not executed when the display result of the variable display is “missing”. In this way, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", it is notified that the reach effect, which is a specific effect that can be executed within the range of the variable display, is notified that the period is not the predetermined period. There is a limit as a limit that it is not executed in the range of variable display.

In the command analysis process executed in step S75 of the effect control main process, when the winning determination result command and the first reserved storage number notification command are received together with the first starting port winning designation command, for example, a predetermined area of the RAM 122 ( Among the free areas in the first start winning command buffer provided in the effect control buffer setting unit, etc.), the storage area with the smallest hold display number, which is the buffer number, is the first start opening winning designation command and the winning judgment. The result command and the first hold storage number notification command are stored in order. Further, in the command analysis process, when the winning determination result command and the second reserved storage number notification command are received together with the second starting port winning designation command, for example, they are provided in a predetermined area (effect control buffer setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 122. 2nd start winning command In the storage area with the smallest hold display number, which is the buffer number, among the free areas in the buffer, the 2nd start opening winning designation command, the winning judgment result command, and the 2nd hold storage number notification command Are stored in order. In the command buffer at the time of the first start winning, one set of effect control commands (first start opening winning designation command, winning judgment result command, first reserved storage number notification) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the first starting winning A storage area is secured so that commands) can be associated and stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the first start prize is generated in the storage areas corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the first start prize according to the reception order. The free space in is stored in order from the beginning. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the first start winning corresponds to the first hold storage number. In the second start winning command buffer, a set of effect control commands (second starting opening winning designation command, winning judgment result command, second reserved memory number notification) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the second starting winning A storage area is secured so that commands) can be associated and stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the second start prize occurs in the storage areas corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the second start prize according to the reception order. The free space in is stored in order from the beginning. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the second start winning corresponds to the second hold storage number.

FIG. 8-6 (A) shows a configuration example of the hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 relating to the feature units 28AK to 30AK. The hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 may be provided, for example, in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control buffer setting unit). The hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 stores various data for performing hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1 as hold display data in response to the execution of the special figure game being held. The hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 has, for example, a storage area for storing data that can identify the winning determination result, the hold display image, and the value of the change effect counter in association with the hold number in the hold display area 28AKB1. It is secured. The hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 uses, for example, a part or all of the command buffer at the time of the first start winning or the command buffer at the time of the second start winning (such as the storage area of the judgment result command at the time of winning), or the first starting winning. It may be configured as a storage unit separate from the command buffer and the second start winning command buffer.

The winning determination result that can be stored by the hold display data indicates the determination result of the look-ahead determination specified based on the winning determination result command. The winning judgment result specified based on the winning judgment result command includes "big hit", "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", "reach confirmation at the time of loss", and "general at the time of loss". When the winning judgment result of "big hit" is notified by the winning judgment result command, it is specified that the display result of the variable display which is the judgment target is set as "big hit". When any of "Loss time super reach confirmation", "Loss time reach confirmation", and "Loss time general" is notified by the winning judgment result command, the display result of the variable display that is the judgment target is "lost" Is specified. The hold display image that can be stored by the hold display data is an effect image that is displayed in the hold display area 28AKB1 so that the presence / absence of a special figure game that has not yet been started and the number of holds can be recognized. The value of the change effect counter that can be stored by the hold display data indicates the remaining number of variable displays that are executed before the variable display that executes the hold display change effect.

FIG. 8-6 (B) shows a setting example of an effect image that is a display image that can be used for hold display and active display. In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, display images 28AKC1 to 28AKC3 and display images 28AKD1 to 28AKD3 are prepared in advance as a plurality of types of effect images that can be used for hold display and active display. The display image 28AKC1 is an effect image in which a round solid white display is performed at a display portion corresponding to a hold display or an active display. The display image 28AKC2 is an effect image that displays a round solid blue color at a display portion corresponding to a hold display or an active display. The display image 28AKC3 is an effect image in which a round plain red display is performed at a display portion corresponding to a hold display or an active display. The display image 28AKD1 is an effect image in which a star-shaped plain white display is performed at a display portion corresponding to a hold display or an active display. The display image 28AKD2 is an effect image that displays a star-shaped plain blue color at a display portion corresponding to the hold display or the active display. The display image 28AKD3 is an effect image in which a star-shaped plain red display is performed at a display portion corresponding to a hold display or an active display. The normal display mode in the hold display and the active display is a round plain white display. The display mode of the active display and the display mode of the hold display are not limited to the same display mode, and may be different display modes from each other. Further, the display mode of the active display and the display mode of the hold display are not limited to those that are common display modes because they are the same display mode, and for example, colors within a predetermined common system range. Any display mode in which the player can recognize the commonality, such as a shape, a shape, or a pattern, can be included in the common display mode. The common display mode is not limited to, for example, the display color of the active display or the hold display, and the type, shape, color, pattern, or any other type of the effect image shown by the effect image that is the active display or the hold display. It may be a part of the appearance that is visible to the player, such as shape, color, and pattern. For example, when a pattern has a common display mode, it is not limited to a pattern having the same structural unit such as a pattern size, color coding, and a degree of blurring, and is not limited to a common display mode. Any pattern that the player can recognize in common, such as a pattern within the range of the recognition system, can be included in the common display mode. The common display mode is, in the case of a display target recognized by the player by the display of the effect image, among the appearances of the active display and the hold display such as the shape, pattern, and color that constitute the display target as a whole. Any display mode may be used as long as the player can recognize the commonality by having at least one of the predetermined partial shapes, patterns, and colors common in whole or in part.

FIG. 8-7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S161 of the effect control process process as the pre-reading advance notice setting process. In the look-ahead advance notice setting process, it is determined whether or not the command at the time of winning the start opening is received (step 28AKS101). The start opening winning command includes a starting opening winning designation command, a hold storage number notification command, and a winning determination result command. Whether or not the start opening winning command has been received is determined by adding a starting opening winning designation command, a winning judgment result command, and a hold memory count notification command to, for example, the first starting winning command buffer and the second starting winning command buffer. It may be judged by confirming whether or not it is stored in.

If it is determined that no command is received at the time of winning the start opening (step 28AKS101; No), the lookahead advance notice setting process is terminated. If it is determined that a command has been received at the time of winning the start opening (step 28AKS101; Yes), the content of the notification by the received command is specified (step 28AKS102). For example, the winning judgment result is specified as the content of the notification by the winning judgment result command. At this time, it is determined whether or not "the winning determination is being restricted" is specified (step 28AKS103). If it is other than "Restriction on winning" (step 28AKS103; No), the target fluctuation count value is specified (step 28AKS104). The target fluctuation count value can be specified by adding the hold number in which the hold display data is stored corresponding to the current start winning prize to the sub-side count value.

Following the identification of the target fluctuation count value, it is determined whether or not the specific count value has been reached (step 28AKS105). In this case, it may be determined whether or not the sub-side count value is less than the specific count value, and if it is less than the specific count value, it may be determined whether or not the target fluctuation count value is equal to or more than the specific count value. .. When there are multiple specific count values, the target fluctuation count value is equal to or greater than the specific count value by using the specific count value closest to the sub side count value among the specific count values larger than the sub side count value. It may be determined whether or not. Then, when the conditions that the sub-side count value is less than the specific count value and the target fluctuation count value is equal to or more than the specific count value are satisfied, it is determined that the specific count value has been reached and the condition is satisfied. If not, it may be determined that the specific count value has not been reached.

After determining whether or not the specific count value has been reached, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect according to whether or not the hold display change effect is executed is determined (step 28AKS106). Whether or not the hold display change effect is executed by referring to the hold display change effect execution decision table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining the execution of the hold display change effect. Should be determined. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the execution of the hold display change effect may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. The presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined to be either "no effect" that does not execute the hold display change effect or "with effect" that executes the hold display change effect. Following the determination of the presence / absence of the hold display change effect, the initial value of the change effect counter is determined (step 28AKS107). The initial value of the change effect counter is determined at a predetermined ratio according to the presence / absence of the hold display change effect, the hold number, the winning determination result, and the like. The hold number here is a storage number in which the hold display data corresponding to the current start winning is stored.

If "the winning judgment is being restricted" in step 28AKS103 (step 28AKS103; Yes), or if the initial value of the change effect counter is determined in step 28AKS107, the hold display update setting at the time of starting winning is performed. (Step 28AKS108), the read-ahead notice setting process is terminated. In the hold display update setting at the time of the start winning, the hold display data corresponding to the current start prize is stored at the beginning of the free area in the hold display data storage unit 28AKM1 to be stored, and a new hold is made in the hold display area 28AKB1. A display is added. The new hold display shows the case where the first hold memory number increases by 1 in response to the occurrence of the first start prize due to the game ball passing (entering) the first start prize opening, and the second start prize opening. When the number of second hold storages is increased by 1 in response to the occurrence of the second start prize due to the passage (entry) of the game ball, the hold display in the hold display area 28AKB1 is added so as to be increased by 1. At this time, by displaying the display image 28AKC1, the round white hold display, which is the display mode in the normal state, may be started.

FIG. 8-8 shows a determination example regarding the presence / absence of the hold display change effect according to step 28AKS106. The presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined at a different ratio depending on whether or not the target variation count value reaches the specific count value in step 28AKS106 of the pre-reading notice setting process. In addition, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined by the ratio according to the hold number of the variable display and the determination result at the time of winning. FIG. 8-8 (A) shows the determination ratio in the case where the target fluctuation count value does not reach the specific count value and the specific count value is not reached. FIG. 8-8 (B) shows the determination ratio in the case where the target fluctuation count value reaches the specific count value and the specific count value is reached. When the hold number is any of "2" to "4", the hold display change effect is executed at a different ratio depending on the winning judgment result, or the hold display change effect is not executed. "No production" is decided. On the other hand, when the hold number is "1", it is determined only to "no effect" which does not execute the hold display change effect. In this way, in the range in which another variable display is held before the variable display based on the occurrence of the start winning prize, the hold display change effect can be executed at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the range in which other variable displays are not held before the variable display based on the occurrence of the start prize, a limit is provided as a limit that the hold display change effect is not executed.

The hold display change effect is when the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit" and the judgment result at the time of winning is one of "general at the time of loss", "reach confirmed at the time of loss", and "super reach confirmed at the time of loss". Will be decided to run at a higher rate than. As a result, when the hold display change effect is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the hold display change effect is not executed. In addition, among the "general at the time of loss", "reach confirmed at the time of loss", and "super reach confirmed at the time of loss", the judgment result at the time of winning is "super reach confirmed at the time of loss" or "reach confirmed at the time of loss". It is decided to execute the hold display change effect at a higher rate than in the case of "general at the time of loss". Therefore, when the hold display change effect is executed, the ratio of the reach effect that is the specific effect is executed is higher than that when the hold display change effect is not executed. In this way, the hold display change effect is a notice effect that suggests that the reach effect, which is a specific effect, is executed.

Further, it is determined that the hold display change effect is executed at a higher rate when the specific count value is not reached than when the specific count value is reached. If the specific count value is not reached, the target fluctuation count value will be less than the specific count value, so before the display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, it corresponds to this start prize. Variable display is executed. If the specific count value is reached, the target fluctuation count value will be equal to or greater than the specific count value, so after the display amount on the variable display meter reaches the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, this start prize will be awarded. The corresponding variable display is performed. When the display amount on the variable display meter reaches the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, it is notified that it is a predetermined period. Therefore, the hold display corresponding to the variable display before the predetermined period is started is targeted at a higher rate than the hold display change effect for the hold display corresponding to the variable display after the predetermined period is started. The hold display change effect can be executed. In addition, in the range for the hold display corresponding to the variable display after the predetermined period is started, the hold display change is larger than the range for the hold display corresponding to the variable display before the predetermined period is started. There is a limit as a limit that the execution rate of the production is low. As described above, in the range in which the hold display corresponding to the variable display before the start of the predetermined period is targeted, the hold display change effect is easily executed. On the other hand, in the range for the hold display corresponding to the variable display after the predetermined period is started, there is a limit as a limit that the hold display change effect is difficult to be executed.

FIG. 8-9 shows a determination example regarding the initial value of the change effect counter. The initial value of the change effect counter is set to, for example, the hold number or the winning determination result in step 28AKS107 when it is determined in step 28AKS106 of the pre-reading notice setting process that there is an effect to execute the hold display change effect. It is determined to be one of "1" to "3" at a corresponding ratio. When the hold display change effect is not executed in step 28AKS106 of the read-ahead notice setting process, the initial value of the change effect counter is determined to be “0” in step 28AKS107. Therefore, the hold display change effect is executed in response to the hold display in which the value of the change effect counter is other than "0". The change effect count value, which is a stored value of the change effect counter, is updated so that it is subtracted by 1 when the variable display is started when the value is other than "0". Then, when the count value for the change effect after the update becomes "0", the hold display change effect including the hold display corresponding to the hold number can be executed. In this way, the change effect count value indicates the timing at which the hold display change effect is executed. Further, the change effect count value indicates a period from the start of the hold display to the execution of the hold display change effect based on the occurrence of the start winning prize.

In step 28AKS107 of the read-ahead notice setting process, for example, when the hold number is "3" or "4" in "with effect", it depends on whether the winning judgment result is "big hit" or other than "big hit". The initial value of the change effect counter may be determined at different rates. In these cases, if the winning determination result is "big hit", the initial value of the change effect counter is determined to be a small value at a higher rate than other than "big hit". In this way, the determination ratio of the initial value of the change effect counter may be different depending on whether or not the winning determination result is a "big hit". By doing so, it corresponds to the hold display that is the target of the hold display change effect at a different ratio depending on the period from the start of the hold display to the execution of the hold display change effect based on the occurrence of the start prize. It can be suggested that the variable display result is a "big hit" in the variable display. More generally, it suffices to suggest that the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state is controlled at a different ratio depending on the period from the start of the hold display to the execution of the hold display change effect. The initial value of the change effect counter may be determined based on the value of the change effect counter already stored in the hold display data storage unit. For example, if there is a value of the change effect counter already stored in the hold display data storage unit that is "1" or more, this hold is made so that the value is larger than that value. The initial value of the change effect counter corresponding to the display may be determined. Even in this case, by determining that the initial value of the change effect counter is less than the hold number, the hold display change effect can be executed by the time the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. If the value of the change effect counter stored in the hold display data storage unit is "1" or more and is not duplicated, the hold display change effect for a plurality of different hold displays is executed in one variable display. It is possible to prevent the process from being performed and suppress the execution of complicated effects.

FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of the effect control process process as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process, the sub-side counter update setting is performed (step 28AKS121). The sub-counter update setting may include a setting for updating the sub-side count value, which is a stored value of the sub-side counter, in synchronization with the main-side counter. For example, after receiving the count start designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the sub-side count value may be updated to be added by 1 in step 28AKS121. In this case, if the updated sub-side count value reaches the upper limit count value (for example, "100"), the sub-side counter may be cleared and the sub-side count value may be set to "0". When the count stop designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, the sub-side counter is cleared, the sub-side count value is set to "0", and then the sub-side until the count start designation command is received. You may limit the count value so that it is not updated. In this way, in the range of the variable display executed from the reception of the count start designation command to the reception of the count stop designation command, the sub-side count value is updated every time the variable display is started. On the other hand, in the range of the variable display executed from the reception of the count stop specification command to the reception of the count start specification command, the sub-side count value is not updated even if the variable display is started. Is provided. Corresponding to the update setting of the sub-side counter, the meter display update setting for updating the meter display amount of the variable display meter by the display of the effect image 28AKR1 may be performed. At this time, when the meter display amount of the variable display meter reaches the specific display amount corresponding to the specific counter scale, a setting to add an effect display may be made. With these settings, it suffices to be able to notify that it is a predetermined period that can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display. The sub-counter update setting may be executed in response to the end of the variable display, such as when the special figure hit wait process is executed in step S173 of the effect control process process.

After the sub-counter update setting, the final stop symbol and the like are determined (step 28AKS122). The final stop symbol is a definite decorative symbol as a variable display result of the decorative symbol, and is a variable display indicated by the variable pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 or a variable display indicated by the variable display result notification command. It can be determined based on the variable display content such as the display result. The variation pattern designation command and the variation display result notification command are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 based on the setting by step 28AKS11 of the variation pattern setting process. The variable display contents corresponding to the variable pattern and the display result of the variable display are "non-reach (loss)", "normal reach (loss)", "super reach (loss)", "non-probability (big hit)", and "probability (big hit)". It suffices to include "big hit)". When the variable display content is any of "non-reach (loss)", "normal reach (loss)", and "super reach (loss)", it is included when the display result of the variable display is "loss". When the variable display content is either "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", it is included when the display result of the variable display is "big hit". When the variable display content is "normal reach (loss)" and the variable display content is "super reach (loss)", the variable display content is also collectively referred to as "reach (loss)". When the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" and the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", it is also collectively called that the variable display content is "big hit".

When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the variable display state of the decorative symbol does not change to the reach state, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the display result of the variable display is displayed. It becomes "missing". When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is in the reach state, the final decorative symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed, and the display result of the variable display is "loss". It becomes. When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", when the variable display content is "normal reach (loss)", the reach effect is executed by the fluctuation pattern of "normal", and the variable display content is "super reach (loss)". In the case of "missing)", the reach effect is executed by the fluctuation pattern of "super". When the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)", the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit", and the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes the time saving state. When the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit", and the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes the probability change state.

The final stop symbol is determined to be a different (mismatched) decorative symbol in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)". To. In this case, it is confirmed by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the left confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like and referring to the left confirmed symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121. Among the decorative symbols, the left fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Next, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the right-determined symbol, which is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like, is extracted, and the right-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 is referred to to confirm the decoration. Of the symbols, the right-determined decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "right" decorative symbol display area 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. At this time, it is preferable that the symbol number of the right fixed decorative symbol is determined to be different from the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol by the setting in the right confirmed symbol determination table or the like. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like is extracted, and the confirmation decoration is performed by referring to the medium-determined symbol determination table previously stored and prepared in the ROM 121. Of the symbols, the middle-fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined.

The final stop symbol is determined to be the same (matching) decorative symbol in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R when the variable display content is "reach (loss)". To. In this case, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the left-right confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like is extracted, and the left-right confirmed symbol is determined by referring to the left-right confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121. Among the decorative symbols, the decorative symbols having the same stop-displayed symbol numbers in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Further, by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like and referring to the medium-determined symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the final decorative symbol is determined. Of these, the middle-fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Here, for example, when the symbol number of the medium-fixed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol, and the fixed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, an arbitrary value is used. By adding or subtracting (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium fixed decorative symbol, the fixed decorative symbol may be a reach combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-fixed decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-fixed decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. ..

The final stop symbol is displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability change (big hit)". It is determined that they have the same (matching) decorative pattern. In this case, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the jackpot confirmation symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like is extracted. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot confirmation symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 It suffices to determine the decorative symbols having the same symbol numbers that are stopped and displayed in 5C and 5R. At this time, depending on whether the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", and whether or not the promotion effect during big hit is executed, a normal symbol (for example, an even number) is displayed. It suffices to determine which of the indicated decorative symbol) and the probabilistic pattern (for example, the decorative symbol indicating an odd number) is to be the final decorative symbol. In the jackpot promotion effect, the combination of decorative symbols (non-probability variation jackpot combination) that reminds the jackpot but does not recall the probability variation state is temporarily stopped and displayed in the image display device 5, and then during the jackpot game state or the jackpot gaming state. It is a production that notifies whether or not a probability change state is reached at the end of.

As a specific example, when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)", a fixed decorative symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. In addition, when it is determined that the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)" and the promotion effect during the big hit is not executed, the definite decoration symbol is determined from among a plurality of types of probabilistic symbols. On the other hand, when it is decided to execute the promotion effect during the big hit even if the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the fixed decorative symbol is decided from among a plurality of types of normal symbols. As a result, even though the probabilistic symbols are aligned and displayed as the final decorative symbols, it is possible to prevent the promotion effect during the jackpot from being executed so as not to give the player a sense of distrust.

When the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", in step 28AKS122, it is decided whether or not to execute the probabilistic promotion effect such as the re-lottery effect or the big hit medium promotion effect. You may be broken. In the re-lottery effect, once the decorative symbol of the non-probable variable jackpot combination consisting of the same normal symbol is displayed during the variable display of the decorative symbol, it is once difficult or unrecognizable to be controlled to the probabilistic state. The player can recognizablely notify that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state by displaying (re-variating) the decorative symbol again and stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the probabilistic jackpot combination consisting of the same probabilistic symbol. In some cases, the decorative symbol of the non-probable change jackpot combination is stopped and displayed after the decorative symbol is re-variated by the re-lottery effect, so that it is not notified that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state. When it is determined in step 28AKS122 that the re-lottery effect is to be executed, a combination of decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped and displayed may be determined before the re-lottery effect is executed.

After the final stop symbol and the like are determined, the change effect setting process is executed (step 28AKS123). By the change effect setting process, settings for executing the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are made. Then, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step 28AKS124). The effect control pattern may include an effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates, a hold display change effect control pattern, an active display change effect control pattern, and other notice effect control patterns. For example, in response to the fluctuation pattern indicated by the fluctuation pattern specification command, one of a plurality of prepared special figure fluctuation effect control patterns is selected and set as the usage pattern. In addition, one of a plurality of prepared hold display change effect control patterns and active display change effect control patterns is selected in response to the execution settings of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect by the change effect setting process of step 28AKS123. , May be set as a usage pattern. It should be noted that the effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates, the hold display change effect control pattern, and the active display change effect control pattern are not limited to those in which separate effect control patterns are set, and the combination of execution settings of each effect is supported. It may be the one that sets the effect control pattern of. When the effect control pattern is determined, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area (effect control timer setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 122 is set corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern specification command. (Step 28AKS125). In addition, a setting is made on the screen of the image display device 5 to start the fluctuation of the decorative pattern or the like (step 28AKS126). At this time, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 28AKS124 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5.

Subsequently, the hold display update setting at the start of the variable display is performed (step 28AKS127). For example, in the hold display area 28AKB1, the display part corresponding to the hold number "1" (the display part at the left end) is erased (digested) and is located in the other display parts corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "8". Move (shift) the hold display one by one to the left. As a result, the hold display is shifted. In the active display unit 28AKA1, the active display corresponding to the deleted (digested) hold display in the hold display area 28AKAB1 may be performed. If the variable display is immediately started based on the occurrence of the first start prize or the second start prize when the number of reserved memories is "0", the hold display is not updated and the active display area is displayed. Settings for updating the active display in 28AKA1 may be made. In this case, as a display mode of the active display in the normal state, the round white active display may be started in the active display area 28AKA1 by the display image 28AKC1. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step 28AKS128), and then the variable display start setting process ends.

FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step 28AKS123 of the variable display start setting process as the change effect setting process. In the change effect setting process, the hold display data storage content is confirmed (step 28AKS201). The hold display data storage content is the content of data indicating a winning determination result, a hold display image, a value of a change effect counter, etc., which are stored in association with each hold number in the hold display data storage unit 28AKM1. Based on this confirmation result, it is determined whether or not there is a change effect counter having a value other than "0" (step 28AKS202). The value of the change effect counter is other than "0" if the hold display change effect has not yet been executed. Therefore, by determining the presence / absence of the change effect counter having a value other than "0", it is possible to determine whether or not there is a hold display change effect setting that has not yet been executed. When it is determined that there is a change effect counter having a value other than "0" (step 28AKS202; Yes), the value of the change effect counter is updated to be decremented by 1 (step). 28AKS203). As a result of such an update (subtraction update), it is determined whether or not the value of the change effect counter has become “0” (step 28AKS204). When the value of the change effect counter that has been subtracted by 1 becomes "0", the hold display change effect is executed in this variable display.

When it is determined that there is a change effect counter whose updated value is "0" (step 28AKS204; Yes), the target fluctuation count value is determined (step 28AKS205). The target fluctuation count value can be specified by adding the hold number corresponding to the change effect counter whose updated value becomes "0" to the sub-side count value. It is determined whether the target fluctuation count value specified at this time is a normal count value or a specific count value. Based on this determination result, the change effect type for the hold display is determined (step 28AKS206). The change effect type for the hold display is determined by referring to the hold display change effect type determination table previously stored and prepared in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the hold display change effect type. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of change effect types. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the hold display change effect type may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. Based on the determination result, a change effect pattern for hold display is determined (step 28AKS207). The change effect pattern for hold display is based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining the hold display change effect pattern, by referring to a hold display change effect pattern determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 and prepared. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of change effect patterns. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the hold display change effect pattern may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122.

When it is determined in step 28AKS202 that there is no change effect counter having a value other than "0" (step 28AKS202; No), or in step 28AKS204, the updated value becomes "0". When it is determined that there is no counter value (step 28AKS204; No), or after the change effect pattern for hold display is determined in step 28AKS207, the active display changes depending on whether or not the active display change effect is executed. The presence or absence of the change effect is determined (step 28AKS208). Whether or not the active display change effect is executed is performed by referring to the active display change effect execution decision table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the execution of the active display change effect. Should be determined. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the execution of the active display change effect may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. The presence or absence of the active display change effect is determined to be either "no effect" that does not execute the active display change effect or "with effect" that executes the active display change effect. Then, it is determined whether or not the determination result is "no effect" (step 28AKS209). In the case of "no effect" (step 28AKS209; No), the change effect setting process is terminated. In the case of "with effect" (step 28AKS209; Yes), the change effect setting process for active display is determined (step 28AKS210), and then the change effect setting process is terminated. The change effect pattern for active display is based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining an active display change effect pattern, by referring to an active display change effect pattern determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 and prepared. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of change effect patterns. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the active display change effect pattern may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122.

FIG. 8-12 shows a configuration example of the change effect type and the change effect pattern. In this embodiment, a change effect type ZHA and a change effect type ZHB are prepared in advance as a plurality of change effect types. The change effect type ZHA includes change effect patterns ZHA1-1 to ZHA1-3 and ZHA2-1 to ZHA2-3, and the change effect type ZHB includes change effect patterns ZHB1-1 to ZHB1-3 and ZHB2-1 to ZHB2. -3 is included. The post-effect display corresponding to each change effect pattern indicates a hold display image or an active display image corresponding to the display mode after executing the hold display change effect or the active display change effect. The change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA makes it possible to change the display mode of the hold display with respect to only the hold display that is the target of the advance notice in the hold display change effect. The hold display change effect based on the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA changes only the hold display that is the target of the advance notice, so that the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination can be specified. The change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHB is not limited to the hold display that is the target of the advance notice in the hold display change effect, and the hold display is displayed for all the hold displays displayed in the hold display area 28AKB1. The aspect can be changed. Hold display by change effect pattern classified into change effect type ZHB Since the change effect changes all the hold displays, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination cannot be specified or is difficult to specify.

The change effect patterns ZHA1-1 to ZHA1-3 and ZHA2-1 to ZHA2-3, which are classified into the change effect type ZHA, can change the display mode of the hold display so that the variable display subject to the pre-reading determination can be specified. In common, there are differences in whether or not the display mode of the hold display is changed and in the post-production display when the display mode is changed. In the change effect pattern ZHA1-1, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC1, and the round white hold display does not change. In the change effect pattern ZHA1-2, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC2, and the display color changes to the round blue hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHA1-3, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC3, and the display color changes to the round red hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHA2-1, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD1, and the display shape changes to the star-shaped white hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHA2-2, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD2, and the display color and the display shape are changed to the star-shaped blue hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHA2-3, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD3, and the display color and the display shape are changed to the star-shaped red hold display.

In the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 to ZHB1-3 and ZHB2-1 to ZHB2-3, which are classified into the change effect type ZHB, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination cannot be specified or is difficult to specify. Is common in that it can be changed, and it differs depending on whether or not the display mode of the hold display is changed and the post-production display when the display mode is changed. In the change effect pattern ZHB1-1, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC1, and the round white hold display does not change. In the change effect pattern ZHB1-2, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC2, and the display color changes to the round blue hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHB1-3, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKC3, and the display color changes to the round red hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHB2-1, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD1, and the display shape changes to the star-shaped white hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHB2-2, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD2, and the display color and the display shape are changed to the star-shaped blue hold display. In the change effect pattern ZHB2-3, the display after the effect is the display image 28AKD3, and the display color and the display shape are changed to the star-shaped red hold display.

FIG. 8-13 shows a setting example relating to the hold display change effect type determination table of the feature unit 28AK among the feature units 28AK to 30AK. In the feature unit 28AK, the determination table 28AKT21 shown in FIG. 8-13 is prepared in advance as the hold display change effect type determination table. In the determination table 28AKT21, the number of determination values assigned to the change effect types ZHA and ZHB differs depending on whether the target variation count value is a normal count value or a specific count value. For example, when the target variation count value is a normal count value, 50 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHA, and 50 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHB. When the target variation count value is a specific count value, there is no determination value assigned to the change effect type ZHA (0), and all (100) determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHB. Therefore, when the target variation count value is a specific count value, only the change effect type ZHB can be determined as the change effect type for hold display, and the change effect type ZHA cannot be determined. In the range where the target fluctuation count value is the normal count value, it is possible to determine either the change effect type ZHA or ZHB. On the other hand, in the range where the target variation count value becomes a specific count value, a limit is provided as a limit that the change effect type ZHA is not determined.

When the target fluctuation count value is a normal count value, the display amount on the variable display meter is specified when the variable display corresponding to the hold display is executed for the hold display for which the hold display change effect is executed. It is notified that it is not a specific display amount corresponding to the count scale and it is not a predetermined period. When the target fluctuation count value is a specific count value, the display amount on the variable display meter is specified when the variable display corresponding to the hold display is executed for the hold display for which the hold display change effect is executed. It becomes a specific display amount corresponding to the count scale, and it is notified that it is a predetermined period. Therefore, in the range where the target variation count value is the normal count value, the change effect type ZHA can be determined as the change effect type for the hold display. In the range, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination can be changed to a display mode that can be specified. On the other hand, in the range where the target fluctuation count value becomes a specific count value, the change effect type ZHA cannot be determined as the change effect type for hold display, so that the hold corresponding to the variable display notified that the predetermined period is reached. In the range of display, there is a limit as a limit that the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead determination is not changed to a identifiable display mode. In this way, when the hold display is changed based on the determination for the variable display in a predetermined period, the change effect type ZHB can be determined at a higher rate than the change effect type ZHA, so that the variable display is the target of the look-ahead determination. It is possible to execute a hold display change effect that changes the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify at a higher rate than the hold display change effect that changes the display to a identifiable display mode. Is. In this way, when the hold display change effect that changes the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead determination to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify is executed at a high rate, which variable display is executed It becomes impossible or difficult for the player to specify whether the display result becomes a "big hit", and the player's prediction of the big hit game state as an advantageous state can be appropriately suppressed to improve the game interest. ..

FIG. 8-14 shows a setting example relating to the change effect pattern determination table of the feature portions 28AK to 30AK. In the feature units 28AK to 30AK, the determination table 28AKT31 shown in FIG. 8-14 (A) and the determination table 28AKT32 shown in FIG. 8-14 (B) are prepared in advance as the change effect pattern determination table. The determination table 28AKT31 is referred to for determining the change effect pattern for the hold display when the change effect type for the hold display is determined to be the change effect type ZHA. The determination table 28AKT32 is referred to for determining the change effect pattern for the hold display when the change effect type for the hold display is determined to be the change effect type ZHB. In the determination tables 28AKT31 and 28AKT32, the number of determination values assigned to each change effect pattern is different depending on whether the display result of the variable display is "loss" or "big hit". For example, the determination table 28AKT31 is assigned to a change effect pattern such as change effect patterns ZHA1-1 and ZHA2-1 whose display color is white as a post-effect display when the display result of the variable display is "missing". The judgment value is set to increase. Further, the determination table 28AKT31 is assigned to a change effect pattern such as change effect patterns ZHA1-3 and ZHA2-3 in which the display color is red as the post-effect display when the display result of the variable display is "big hit". The judgment value is set to increase. The determination table 28AKT32 is a determination value assigned to a change effect pattern such as change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 whose display color is white as post-effect display when the display result of the variable display is "missing". Is set to increase. Further, the determination table 28AKT32 is assigned to a change effect pattern such as change effect patterns ZHB1-3 and ZHB2-3 in which the display color is red as the post-effect display when the display result of the variable display is "big hit". The judgment value is set to increase. With such a setting, when the display color is red as the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the display color is white. Become.

In the determination table 28AKT32, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the judgment value assigned to the change effect pattern such as the change effect pattern ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 whose display color is white as the post-effect display. In the determination table 28AKT31, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the number of is assigned to the change effect pattern such as the change effect pattern ZHA1-1 and ZHA2-1 in which the display color becomes white as the display after the effect. It is set to be larger than the number of determined judgment values. When the target fluctuation count value is a normal count value, it is possible to determine either the change effect type ZHA or ZHB, and the change effect pattern can be determined by referring to the determination tables 28AKT31 and 28AKT32 according to the determination result of the change effect type. It is determined. When the target variation count value is a specific count value, it can be determined only for the change effect type ZHB, and the change effect pattern is determined with reference to the determination table 28AKT32. Therefore, in the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in which it is notified that the period is not a predetermined period, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display color other than white such as blue or red is used as the post-production display. It becomes easy to change. On the other hand, in the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in which it is notified that the predetermined period is reached, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display after the production is a display other than white such as blue or red. There is a limit as a limit that makes it difficult for the color to change. When the hold display is changed based on the determination targeting the variable display in a predetermined period, the change effect type ZHB can be determined at a higher rate than the change effect type ZHA, and the determination table 28AKT32 according to the change effect type ZHB. Then, it becomes difficult to change to a display color other than white as the display after the production, so it is reserved to change the display result of the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify. It is possible to execute a display change effect. In this way, when it is easy to execute a hold display change effect that changes the display result of the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify, the variable display is displayed. It becomes impossible or difficult for the player to specify whether or not the display result becomes a "big hit" when is executed, and the player's prediction for the big hit game state as an advantageous state is appropriately suppressed, and the game is played. You can improve your interest.

When the change effect type ZHB is determined, the change effect pattern is determined with reference to the determination table 28AKT32, and the display color becomes white as the post-effect display such as the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1. The pattern can be determined. When a start-up prize occurs, as a normal display mode in the hold display, a hold display that is a round plain white display is performed. Therefore, when a hold display change effect that changes the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead determination to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify is executed in response to the change effect type ZHB, for example, the display after the effect. Since the display color is white, at least a part of the display elements used for the hold display can be changed so as to be substantially the same as before the change. When at least a part of the display elements used for the hold display is changed so as to be substantially the same as before the change, whether or not the display result becomes a "big hit" when the variable display is executed is determined by the game. The person cannot be specified or becomes difficult to specify, and the player's prediction of the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state can be appropriately suppressed, and the game interest can be improved.

FIG. 8-15 shows a determination example regarding the presence / absence of the active display change effect in step 28AKS208 of the change effect setting process corresponding to the feature unit 30AK among the feature units 28AK to 30AK. The presence or absence of the active display change effect is determined at a different ratio depending on whether the sub-side count value is a normal count value or a specific count value and a combination with the variable display content. For example, in the active display change effect, when the variable display content is "big hit", the variable display content is either "non-reach (loss)", "normal reach (loss)", or "super reach (loss)". It is decided to do it at a higher rate than in some cases. As a result, when the active display change effect is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the active display change effect is not executed. In addition, when the variable display content is "normal reach (loss)" or "super reach (loss)", the active display change effect is executed at a higher rate than when it is "non-reach (loss)". It is determined. Therefore, when the active display change effect is executed, the ratio of the reach effect that is the specific effect is executed is higher than that when the active display change effect is not executed. In this way, the active display change effect is a notice effect that suggests that the reach effect, which is a specific effect, is executed.

The active display change effect is determined to be executed at a higher rate when the sub-side count value is a specific count value than when the sub-side count value is a normal count value. When the sub-side count value is a normal count value, it is notified that the display amount on the variable display meter is not the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale and is not in the predetermined period. When the sub-side count value is a specific count value, the display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, and it is notified that the predetermined period is reached. Therefore, it is possible to execute the active display change effect targeting the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period at a higher rate than the active display change effect targeting the active display corresponding to the variable display not in the predetermined period. .. The active display change effect for the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period may be executed at a higher rate than the hold display change effect for the hold display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period. As a limit, the execution rate of the active display change effect is lower in the range for the active display corresponding to the variable display that is not in the predetermined period than in the range for the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period. Limits are set. As described above, in the range for which the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined range is targeted, the active display change effect is easily executed. On the other hand, in the range for the active display corresponding to the variable display that is not a predetermined period, there is a limit as a limit that the active display change effect is difficult to be executed. The range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period is limited as a limit that the display mode is less likely to be changed than the range of the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period. When the display mode of the hold display is changed, the player can identify at an early stage that the display result of the variable display corresponding to the hold display is a "big hit", and the big hit game state as an advantageous state. It becomes easier for the player to predict the game, and the interest in the game may be reduced. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the change targeting the variable display in a predetermined period is executed, the active display corresponding to the variable display is changed at a higher rate than the hold display, so that the player takes advantage of the advantageous state. It is possible to appropriately suppress the prediction of the game and improve the game entertainment.

In step 28AKS210 of the change effect setting process, the change effect pattern for active display may be determined by referring to, for example, the determination table 28AKT31 as the active display change effect pattern determination table. Alternatively, in step 28AKS210 of the change effect setting process, a determination table different depending on the sub-side count value may be referred to as an active display change effect pattern determination table. For example, when the sub-side count value is a normal count value, the determination table 28AKT31 is referred to, and when the sub-side count value is a specific count value, the determination table 28AKT32 is referred to to obtain a change effect pattern for active display. decide. In such a case, if the display result of the variable display is a "big hit" within the range of the active display corresponding to the variable display that notifies that it is not a predetermined period, the display after the production is other than white such as blue or red. It becomes easy to change to the display color. On the other hand, in the range of active display corresponding to the variable display that is notified that the predetermined period is reached, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display after the production is a display other than white such as blue or red. There is a limit as a limit that makes it difficult for the color to change. When variable display is executed in a predetermined period, it is difficult for the determination table 28AKT32 to change to a display color other than white as the display after the effect, so it is not possible to specify that the display result of the variable display in the predetermined period is a "big hit". Alternatively, it is possible to execute an active display change effect that changes the display mode to a display mode that is difficult to specify. In this way, when the active display change effect that changes the display result of the variable display to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify as a "big hit" is easy to be executed, the display result is displayed when the variable display is executed. It becomes impossible or difficult for the player to specify whether or not the game becomes a "big hit", and the player's prediction of the big hit game state as an advantageous state can be appropriately suppressed, and the game entertainment can be improved. The active display change effect pattern determination table may be prepared in advance as a determination table different from the hold display change effect pattern determination table.

FIG. 8-16 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of the effect control process process as the effect process during variable display. In the variable display during effect processing, it is determined whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the effect control process timer (step 28AKS141). In step 28AKS141, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (1 subtraction, etc.), and is variable when the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value. It may be determined that the display time has elapsed. When it is determined that the variable display time has not elapsed (step 28AKS141; No), it is determined whether or not it is the hold display change effect period for executing the hold display change effect (step 28AKS142). The hold display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (hold display change effect control pattern, etc.) determined in step 28AKS124 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the hold display change effect period (step 28AKS142; Yes), control for executing the hold display change effect is performed (step 28AKS143). In step 28AKS143, various commands created based on the setting of the hold display change effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on, off, and blinked. It suffices that the hold display change effect can be executed by a predetermined effect device by the above, or by combining a part or all of them. By controlling step 28AKS143, it is possible to change the display mode of the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display, such as the hold display of the hold display area 28AKB1.

When it is determined in step 28AKS142 that it is not the hold display change effect period (step 28AKS142; No), or after the control is performed in step 28AKS143, it is the active display change effect period for executing the active display change effect. Whether or not it is determined (step 28AKS144). The active display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (active display change effect control pattern) determined in step 28AKS124 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the active display change effect period (step 28AKS144; Yes), control for executing the active display change effect is performed (step 28AKS145). The hold display change effect and the active display change effect may be executed by performing common effect control. In this case, instead of steps 28AKS142 to 28AKS145, it is determined whether or not the display change effect period is common to the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, and if it is determined to be the display change effect period, Control for executing the hold display change effect and the active display change effect may be performed according to the display change effect control pattern. By controlling step 28AKS145, it is possible to change the display mode of the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display, such as the active display of the active display area 28AKA1.

Whether or not it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect when it is determined in step 28AKS144 that it is not the active display change effect period (step 28AKS144; No) or after the control by step 28AKS145 is performed. Determine (step 28AKS146). The reach effect period may be predetermined in, for example, an effect control pattern determined according to the fluctuation pattern. In the case of the reach effect period (step 28AKS146; Yes), control for executing the reach notification effect is performed (step 28AKS147). The in-reach notification effect may be such that a predetermined message can be notified by displaying an effect image in the vicinity of the active display area 28AKA1. By executing such a notification effect during reach, when the reach effect as a specific effect is executed, it is possible to execute a suggestion notification suggesting that the jackpot game state as an advantageous state is controlled. Further, in the reach notification effect, different messages may be notified depending on whether the sub-side count value is a normal count value or a specific count value. When the sub-side count value is a specific count value, the display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale, and it is notified that the predetermined period is reached. In the range of variable display in which it is notified that the period is a predetermined period, there is a restriction that the reach effect, which is a specific effect, is not executed when the display result of the variable display is "missing". Correspondingly, when the reach effect that is a specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in a predetermined period, it is possible to execute the reach notification effect that is a suggestion notification in a special mode different from the normal mode. .. As a result, when the reach effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the predetermined period, the reach notification effect that can be recognized to be controlled to the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state is executed, and an appropriate notification is performed. It is possible to improve the game entertainment.

After the control of the in-reach notification effect is performed, the control for executing the reach effect is performed (step 28AKS148). By controlling step 28AKS148, it is possible to execute a reach effect that is a specific effect during execution of the variable display. If it is not the reach effect period (step 28AKS146; No), or after the reach effect is controlled, for example, based on the settings in the effect control pattern determined in response to the fluctuation pattern, other decorative symbols After performing control for executing the effect during the variable display including the variable display operation (step 28AKS149), the effect process during the variable display is terminated.

When it is determined in step 28AKS141 that the variable display time has elapsed (step 28AKS141; Yes), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step 28AKS150). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step 28AKS150; No), the effect processing during variable display is terminated and the device waits. If the predetermined time elapses without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to normally receive the symbol confirmation command. You may do so. When the symbol confirmation command is received (step 28AKS150; Yes), the display result is obtained in the variable display of the decorative symbol, for example, transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (fixed decorative symbol) (step 28AKS151). Subsequently, a predetermined fixed time is set as the waiting time for receiving the hit start designation command (step 28AKS152). Further, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3" which is a value corresponding to the special figure hit waiting process (step 28AKS153), the effect process during variable display is terminated.

8-17 to 8-19 show execution examples of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect. FIG. 8-17 shows an execution example of the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern ZHA2-3 classified into the change effect type ZHA. FIG. 8-18 shows an execution example of the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern ZHB2-3 classified into the change effect type ZHB. FIG. 8-19 shows an execution example of the active display change effect by the change effect pattern ZHA2-3 or the change effect pattern ZHB2-3.

In FIG. 8-17 (A), the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers "1" to "3" is displayed in the hold display area 28AKB1. An effect execution example 28AK101 is shown when a hold display change effect for the hold display corresponding to the hold number “2” is executed at the time of being displayed. The hold display corresponding to the hold number "2" corresponds to the hold number "3" or "4" based on the start winning prize generated during the execution of the variable display prior to the variable display in the effect execution example 28AK101. The hold number may be shifted to the display portion of "2" as the hold display is started and the variable display of the effect execution example 28AK101 is started. For example, when the hold number is started as a hold display corresponding to "3", step 28AKS106 of the read-ahead notice setting process determines "with effect" to execute the hold display change effect, and step 28AKS107 determines the change effect counter. The initial value of is determined to be "1". Further, for example, when the hold number is started as a hold display corresponding to "4", step 28AKS106 of the look-ahead notice setting process determines "with effect" to execute the hold display change effect, and step 28AKS107 determines the change effect. The initial value of the counter is determined to be "2".

In the case of the effect execution example 28AK101, the change effect type ZHA is determined as the change effect type for the hold display in step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process, and the change effect pattern ZHA2-3 is set in step 28AKS207 of the change effect setting process. Determined as a change effect pattern for hold display. According to the change effect pattern ZHA2-3 determined in this way, in the effect execution example 28AK101, the effect image 28AKG1 is displayed by superimposing the hold number to be notified on the hold display of "2", and the display mode of the hold display changes. A change suggestion effect that suggests that is executed. As the change suggestion effect, an effect effect image showing a predetermined character may be displayed, and an action effect may be executed that acts on the hold display corresponding to the variable display to be notified. The action effect included in the change suggestion effect is to change the display mode of the active display or the hold display at a predetermined ratio by acting on either the active display in the active display area 28AKA1 or the hold display in the hold display area 28AKAB1. Any display effect that suggests Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a part or all of the light emitting members such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member may be operated in a predetermined operation mode. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK101, the hold display change effect is executed by the change effect pattern ZHA2-3, and the display image 28AKD3 such as the effect execution example 28AK102 shown in FIG. 8-17 (B) is displayed with the hold number as the display after the effect. By displaying on the display portion of "2", the display mode of the hold display is changed from round white to star-shaped red.

In the case of the effect execution example 28AK111 shown in FIG. 8-18 (A), the change effect type ZHB is determined as the change effect type for the hold display in step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process, and the change effect setting process step 28AKS207 The change effect pattern ZHB2-3 is determined as the change effect pattern for the hold display. At this time, it is sufficient that the target variation count value corresponds to the specific count value and only the change effect type ZHB can be determined as the change effect type for hold display. According to the change effect pattern ZHB2-3 determined in this way, in the effect execution example 28AK111, the effect image 28AKG2 is displayed superimposing on all the hold displays having the hold numbers "1" to "3", and the display mode of the hold display is changed. A change suggestion effect that suggests a change is executed. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK111, the hold display change effect is executed by the change effect pattern ZHB2-3, and the display image 28AKD3 such as the effect execution example 28AK112 shown in FIG. By displaying on the display portions of "1" to "3", the display mode of the hold display is changed from round white to star-shaped red. When a hold display change effect such as the effect execution examples 28AK111 and 28AK112 is executed by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHB, the display mode of a plurality of hold displays can be changed. It becomes difficult to predict whether the display result of the variable display corresponding to the above will be a "big hit", and it is possible to appropriately suppress the player's prediction of the big hit gaming state as an advantageous state and improve the game interest.

FIG. 8-19 (A) shows an effect execution example 28AK121 when an active display change effect targeting the active display of the active display area 28AKA1 is executed. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK121, the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the meter display amount of the variable display meter by the display of the effect image 28AKR1 depends on the display of the effect image 28AKN2. It is notified that the predetermined period is reached by the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale. In this case, for example, by adding an effect display to the display of the effect image 28AKN2, the player may be able to easily recognize that the period is a predetermined period. When the variable display of the effect execution example 28AK121 is started, it is determined by step 28AKS208 of the change effect setting process that there is an active display change effect, and in step 28AK210 of the change effect setting process, the change effect pattern ZHA2- 3. Either 3 or ZHB2-3 is determined as the change effect pattern for active display. In the active display change effect based on these change effect patterns, the effect image 28AKAG3 is displayed superimposed on the active display of the active display area 28AKA1, and the change suggestion effect suggesting that the display mode of the active display changes is executed. The effect image 28AKG3 may have a display mode common to that of the effect image 28AKG1 displayed in the effect execution example 28AK101 of the hold display change effect. The display mode of the effect image in the active display change effect is not limited to the display mode common to the display mode of the effect image in the hold display change effect, and may be different display modes from each other. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK121, the active display change effect is executed by any one of the change effect patterns ZHA2-3 and ZHB2-3, and the effect shown in FIG. 8-19 (B) is before the variable display becomes the reach mode. By displaying the display image 28AKD2 such as the execution example 28AK122 as the active display, the display mode of the active display is changed from the round white to the star blue.

After that, in the effect execution example 28AK123 shown in FIG. 8-19 (C), after the variable display is in the reach mode, the active display change effect is executed again, and the effect image 28AKG3 is superimposed on the active display of the active display area 28AKA1. Is displayed. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK123, the active display change effect by any of the change effect patterns ZHA2-3 and ZHB2-3 is executed, and after the variable display is in the reach mode, the effect shown in FIG. 8-19 (D). By displaying the display image 28AKD3 such as the execution example 28AK124 as the active display, the display mode of the active display is changed from the star-shaped blue to the star-shaped red. The timing for changing the display mode of such an active display may be predetermined in the active display change effect control pattern determined in step 28AKS124 of the variable display start setting process. When the active display corresponding to the variable display in a predetermined period is changed to a specific mode among a plurality of display modes such as a display mode in which the display color is red, the variable display becomes a reach mode as a specific effect. It is possible to change to a specific mode after the reach effect is executed. In this way, the active display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period can be changed to the specific mode among the plurality of display modes within the range after the variable display becomes the reach mode and the reach effect as the specific effect is executed. On the other hand, the active display corresponding to the variable display in a predetermined period is limited as a limit that it does not change to a specific mode among a plurality of display modes within the range before the reach effect as the specific effect is executed. Be done. In the variable display in a predetermined period, when the reach effect as a specific effect is executed, it is determined that the display result becomes a "big hit" and is controlled to the big hit game state. Therefore, if the active display is changed to a specific mode such as changing to red before the reach effect is executed, the player can easily predict the jackpot game state and the reach effect is executed. There is a risk of diminishing the feeling of expectation and joy. Therefore, by making the variable display a reach mode so that the reach effect as a specific effect can be changed to the specific mode, the player's prediction of the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state can be appropriately suppressed. , It is possible to raise the player's attention to the specific production and improve the game entertainment.

FIG. 8-20 shows an execution example of the notification effect during reach. FIG. 8-20 (A) shows an effect execution example 28AK201 when the reach effect is executed during the execution of the variable display that is not a predetermined period. FIG. 8-20 (B) shows an effect execution example 28AK202 when the reach effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in a predetermined period. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK201, when the variable display of the decorative pattern is in the reach mode on the screen of the image display device 5, the meter display amount of the variable display meter by the display of the effect image 28AKR1 is the effect image 28AKN1. It is notified that it is not a specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale by the display of 28AKN2 and that it is not a predetermined period. In the effect execution example 28AK201, the effect image 28AKF1 that notifies the message of "chance !!" is displayed in the vicinity of the active display. By displaying the effect image 28AKF1, it is possible to execute a reach notification effect that is a suggestion notification in a normal mode. In the case of the effect execution example 28AK202, when the variable display of the decorative pattern is in the reach mode on the screen of the image display device 5, the meter display amount of the variable display meter by the display of the effect image 28AKR1 is the effect image 28AKN2. It is notified that the predetermined period is reached by setting the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale by the display. In this case, for example, by adding an effect display to the display of the effect image 28AKN2, the player may be able to easily recognize that the period is a predetermined period. The effect display is not limited to the display of the effect image different from the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2, and the effect images 28AKN1 and 28AKN2 are enlarged or oscillated, the display color and display shape are changed, or a part thereof. Alternatively, it may be performed by all combinations. In the effect execution example 28AK202, the effect image 28AKF2 for notifying the message "Big hit confirmed !?" is displayed in the vicinity of the active display. By displaying the effect image 28AKF2, it is possible to execute a reach notification effect that is a suggestion notification of a special aspect. In the range in which the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the predetermined period, the suggestion notification can be executed in a special mode different from the normal mode. On the other hand, in the range in which the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display that is not a predetermined period, there is a limit as a limit that the suggestion notification is not executed in a special mode. When the reach effect as a specific effect is executed by the variable display becoming the reach mode, the suggestion notification can be executed in a special mode different from the normal mode, so that the game for the jackpot game state as an advantageous state can be executed. It is possible to appropriately suppress the player's prediction, increase the player's attention to the specific production, and improve the game interest.

In the above embodiment, when the change effect type ZHB is determined by step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process, in step 28AKS207, the change effect pattern for hold display is determined with reference to the determination table 28AKT32. In the determination table 28AKT32, regardless of whether the display result of the variable display is "miss" or "big hit", the change effect such as the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 is displayed in white as the post-effect display. Judgment values are assigned so that the pattern can be determined. On the other hand, when the change effect type ZHB is determined, any of the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 may be determined as the change effect pattern for the hold display.

FIG. 8-21 shows a configuration example of the determination table 28AKT33 in the modified example in which the change effect pattern ZHB1-1 or ZHB2-1 is determined as the change effect pattern determination table different from the determination table 28AKT32. For example, in step 28AKS207 of the change effect setting process, when the target variation count value is the normal count value, the change effect pattern for the hold display is determined with reference to the determination table 28AKT32 as in the above embodiment. On the other hand, when the target variation count value is a specific count value, the change effect pattern for the hold display is determined with reference to the determination table 28AKT33 different from the above embodiment. In the determination table 28AKT33, judgment values corresponding to the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 are assigned (50 each), while the change effect patterns other than the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 are supported. No judgment value is assigned (0). Therefore, when the target determination count value is a specific count value, one of the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 is determined as the change effect pattern for the hold display, and the other change effect patterns cannot be determined. Will be. Within the range in which the target variation count value is the normal count value, it is possible to determine change effect patterns other than the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1. On the other hand, in the range where the target variation count value becomes a specific count value, a limitation is provided as a limit that a change effect pattern other than the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 is not determined. Within the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in which it is notified that the period is not a predetermined period, it is possible to determine the change effect pattern other than the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1. On the other hand, in the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in which the predetermined period is notified, there is a limit as a limit that the change effect pattern other than the change effect patterns ZHB1-1 and ZHB2-1 is not determined. Be done. When the hold display is changed based on the determination targeting the variable display in a predetermined period, the change effect type ZHB can be determined at a higher rate than the change effect type ZHA, and the determination table 28AKT33 is determined according to the change effect type ZHB. With reference to, since the display color other than white does not change as the display after the effect, it is changed to a display mode in which it is impossible or difficult to specify that the display result of the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading judgment is a "big hit". It is possible to execute the hold display change effect. As a result, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to specify whether or not the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit", and the player's prediction of the big hit gaming state as an advantageous state is appropriately suppressed, and the game is played. You can improve your interest.

In the above embodiment, it is assumed that in step 28AKS106 of the pre-reading notice setting process, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined at a different rate depending on whether or not the target variation count value reaches the specific count value. did. On the other hand, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect may be determined at different ratios depending on whether or not the hold display change effect is already being executed. In this case, if the hold display change effect is being executed, it may be decided to execute the new hold display change effect at a higher rate than when the hold display change effect is not executed.

FIG. 8-22 shows a determination example regarding the presence / absence of the hold display change effect in a modified example in which the hold display change effect is executed at a high rate while the hold display change effect is being executed. For example, in step 28AKS106 of the lookahead advance notice setting process, it is determined whether or not the hold display change effect has already been executed. In this case, among the hold display data stored in the hold display data storage unit 28AKM1, the hold display image is a display image different from the display image 28AKC1 and the value of the change effect counter is "0". If it is included, there is a hold display that has changed due to the hold display change effect, so it may be determined that the hold display change effect is being executed. Then, when it is determined that the hold display change effect is not being executed, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined at a determination rate according to the target fluctuation count value similar to the above embodiment. On the other hand, when it is determined that the hold display change effect is being executed, the presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. 8-22. As a result, when the hold display change effect is already being executed, it is sufficient that a new hold display change effect can be executed at a higher rate than when the hold display change effect is not executed. When a new hold display change effect is executed, the display mode may be changed for all the hold displays displayed in the hold display area 28AKB1 by determining the change effect type ZHB. In this way, after the hold display change effect is executed to change the display mode of the hold display, the hold display change effect can be more easily executed and the display mode of the hold display can be changed, thereby changing the hold display. The production can be extended and executed. After changing the display mode of the hold display, it becomes easier to change the display mode of the hold display, so that the hold display is appropriately changed so as to promote the player's motivation to play, and the game interest is improved. be able to.

In the above embodiment, it has been described that the determination table 28AKT21 relating to the feature unit 28AK is prepared in advance as the hold display change effect type determination table referred to in step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process. Instead of this, the change effect type for the hold display may be determined by referring to the hold display change effect type determination table of the feature unit 29AK. By referring to the hold display change effect type determination table of the feature unit 29AK, when the hold display change effect for the variable display in a predetermined period is executed, the hold display that is the target of the determination can be specified. The display change effect may be executed at a higher rate than the hold display change effect in which the variable display to be determined cannot be specified or is difficult to specify.

FIG. 8-23 shows a setting example of the determination table 29AKT21 used as the hold display change effect type determination table of the feature unit 29AK. In the determination table 29AKT21, when the target variation count value is a normal count value, 50 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHA, and 50 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHB. The allocation of this determination value is the same as in the case of the feature unit 28AK in the above embodiment. On the other hand, when the target variation count value is a specific count value, 70 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHA, and 30 determination values are assigned to the change effect type ZHB. Therefore, when the target fluctuation count value is a specific count value, the change effect type ZHA can be determined at a higher rate as the change effect type for hold display than when the target variation count value is the normal count value. Become. In the range where the target fluctuation count value is the specific count value, there is a limit as a limit that the change effect type ZHB is less likely to be determined than the range where the target fluctuation count value is the normal count value. That is, in the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined period, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination cannot be specified or is difficult to specify, rather than the range of the hold display corresponding to the variable display that is not in the predetermined period. There is a limit as a limit that it is difficult to change the mode. In this way, in the feature unit 29AK, when the hold display is changed based on the determination targeting the variable display in a predetermined period, the change effect type ZHA can be determined at a higher rate than the change effect type ZHB. Hold display that changes the target variable display to a display mode that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify Hold display that changes the variable display that is the target of pre-reading judgment to a identifiable display mode at a higher rate than the change effect Change effects can be performed. When the hold display change effect is executed by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA, the display mode of the single hold display to be notified can be changed, so that the variable display corresponding to any hold display can be changed. It becomes easy to predict whether or not the display result of is a "big hit", and it is possible to appropriately promote the prediction of the player regarding the big hit gaming state as an advantageous state, and improve the game interest. In this way, when the hold display change effect that changes the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment to a identifiable display mode is executed at a high rate, the display result is displayed when any variable display is executed. It is possible for the player to easily identify whether or not the game will be a "big hit", and the player's prediction is appropriately promoted so that the player's expectation for the big hit game state as an advantageous state can be raised. Can be improved.

In addition, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to have all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment, and is a part described in the above-described embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may have the structure of.

In the above embodiment, it has been described that each count value can be updated so that the main side count value becomes the same value as the sub side count value. On the other hand, even if the main count value can be set to a value different from the sub count value, it suffices if the main board 11 can specify whether or not the period is a predetermined period. Even in this case, the sub-side count value may be able to specify whether or not it is in a predetermined period on the side of the effect control board 12. For example, the main count value is set to a predetermined count initial value (such as "3000") when the probability change state ends and is controlled to the normal state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the next big hit game state is set. Until it is controlled, the main count value may be updated (1 subtraction, etc.) each time the variable display is executed. In such a configuration in which the main side count value can be updated, each time the main side count value reaches a mode switching determination value (such as a multiple of "100"), a plurality of selectable fluctuation pattern determination tables are switched. The production mode of may be switched. The plurality of effect modes may include a specific effect mode corresponding to the predetermined period in the above embodiment and a normal effect mode not corresponding to the predetermined period. When the effect mode is switched, the effect control board 11 transmits an effect control command, which is an effect mode switching designation command, to the effect control board 12. The effect control CPU 120 sets the sub-side count initial value (such as "100") to the sub-side count value in response to the reception of the effect mode switching designation command, and each time the variable display is executed, the sub-side count is executed. The value may be updated (1 subtraction, etc.). When the specific effect mode and the normal effect mode are switched alternately as a plurality of effect modes, if the target variation count value becomes larger than the sub-side count value, the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment is It can be determined that the effect mode is after switching. In this way, when the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination is executed, it is possible to determine in advance whether it is the specific effect mode or the normal effect mode, and the variation pattern or the hold display is determined according to the determination result. By making the decision ratios of the change effect and the active display change effect different, it is possible to appropriately suppress or promote the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest.

Further, in a configuration without a sub-side counter, the main board 11 may be able to transmit an effect control command capable of specifying whether or not the display is variable in a predetermined period to the effect control board 12. For example, the winning determination result command may include a command indicating that the display result of the variable display in which the main count value is a specific count value is "missing". When this command is received, the effect control board 12 may decide "no effect" for not executing the hold display change effect. As a result, the variable display other than the predetermined period and the hold display change effect that can be executed in the range of the variable display in which the display result becomes "big hit" in the predetermined period are the variable display in which the display result becomes "missing" in the predetermined period. In the range, there may be a limit as a limit that makes it infeasible. In addition, whether or not the target fluctuation count value reaches a specific count value, whether or not the target fluctuation count value is a variable display when the specific count value is a specific count value, and the like are determined from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. It is possible to specify by the effect control command transmitted by the user, and whether or not to execute the hold display change effect, the change effect type, the change effect pattern, and the active display change effect when the hold display change effect is executed are determined at a ratio according to the specific result. It may be possible to determine whether or not to execute the command, and the change effect pattern when the command is executed.

In the above embodiment, when the main side count value and the sub side count value are specific count values, the variable display in a predetermined period is executed. On the other hand, regardless of the number of times the variable display is executed, the variable display may be executed in a predetermined period when an arbitrary condition regarding the execution of the variable display is satisfied. For example, one or both of the start and end of a predetermined period may be determined based on the variation pattern determined with the execution of the variable display. In this case, the determined variation is to present the mission as the achievement condition to the player and notify that the player is controlled to a predetermined state such as the jackpot game state by satisfying the presented achievement condition. It may be feasible depending on the pattern. Such a mission includes the remaining time until the end of the predetermined period, and the period until the remaining time elapses may be the predetermined period in the above embodiment. Alternatively, one or both of the start and end of the predetermined period may be determined based on the winning determination result. In this case, the look-ahead zone effect may be executed according to the winning determination result, and the look-ahead zone effect may be able to display a background image different from the normal zone effect. The period during which such a look-ahead zone effect is executed may be a predetermined period in the above embodiment. The condition for starting or ending the predetermined period may be the number of times the variable display is executed as in the above embodiment, or the variable display execution time, the variable display display result, the variation pattern, and the specific variable display are executed. It may be any condition related to the execution of the variable display, such as the elapsed time since then, the effect mode during the variable display, and the motion mode of the player detected by the variable display.

Alternatively, the conditions under which the main count value and the sub count value become specific count values may be different depending on the execution result of the game and the like. For example, a plurality of types of jackpot gaming states may be provided, and after the jackpot gaming state ends, different specific count values may be set according to the type of the jackpot gaming state. More specifically, after the jackpot gaming state corresponding to the probability variation jackpot is completed, when one or both of the ones and tens digits are "5" in the sub-side count value as in the above embodiment. May be a specific count value. On the other hand, after the jackpot gaming state corresponding to the normal jackpot is completed, unlike the above embodiment, when one or both of the ones and tens digits are "9" in the sub-side count value. It may be a specific count value. As another specific example, the jackpot gaming state in which the maximum number of rounds is "6" is defined as "first jackpot", and the jackpot gaming state in which the maximum number of rounds is "15" is defined as "second jackpot". Then, after the probability change state based on the first big hit is completed, the start and end of the predetermined period may be repeated every time the number of executions of the variable display reaches a multiple of "100". On the other hand, after the probability change state based on the second big hit is completed, the start and end of the predetermined period may be repeated every time the number of executions of the variable display reaches a multiple of "150". In addition, the opening time of the big winning opening in each round, the number of winning balls to the big winning opening, whether or not the big winning opening (probability change attacker) that is a condition to control the probability change state is opened, the opening time of the probability change attacker, the probability change A condition that becomes a specific count value, that is, a predetermined period is started or ended according to the execution result of an arbitrary game such as the number of times the attacker is opened, whether or not a prize has been won for the probability change attacker, and the number of winning balls for the probability change attacker. The conditions may be different.

In the above embodiment, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination is a notice effect that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify, and the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHB that changes all the hold displays. Is executed. In place of such a hold display change effect, or together with such a hold display change effect, it is possible to execute an arbitrary advance notice effect in which the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination cannot be specified or is difficult to specify. There may be. For example, in the variable display of the decorative symbol, the pre-reading chance eye in which the display result is a specific mode may be stopped and displayed, and the chance eye notice for notifying that the display result will be controlled to the jackpot game state may be executed. The look-ahead chance is a fixed combination of non-reach combinations of fixed decorative symbols, such as a combination of numbers indicated by the decorative symbol (such as "1 3 5") and a display color of the decorative symbol (red, blue). , A common display color among gold, etc.), and a character (either an ally or an enemy) added to the decorative pattern, which may be predetermined. The chance eye notice can be executed continuously in a plurality of variable displays, and the rate of being controlled to the jackpot game state may increase as the number of times of continuous execution increases. The chance eye notice may include a countdown display suggesting the remaining number of times of the notice effect as an effect mode in which the variable display subject to the pre-reading determination can be specified. In this case, when the hold display change effect is executed by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHB that changes all the hold displays, the effect mode of the chance eye notice, which is the countdown display, is selected. Restrictions may be provided to prevent this. In this way, in the range targeting the variable display that is notified that it is not a predetermined period, while executing the chance eye notice that the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading determination can be specified by the display mode of the countdown display or the like. In the range targeting the variable display that is notified that it is a predetermined period, the variable display that is the target of the pre-reading judgment may be executed as a chance eye notice that cannot be specified or is difficult to specify due to restrictions on the countdown display or the like. .. As a notice effect that can identify the variable display that is the target of the look-ahead judgment, instead of the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA, or together with such a hold display change effect. It may be possible to execute an arbitrary advance notice effect capable of specifying the variable display that is the target of the reading determination. For example, it may be possible to execute a countdown notice that displays a countdown in a plurality of variable displays.

In the above embodiment, it has been described that the notification display capable of notifying whether or not the period is a predetermined period can be executed by displaying the effect images 28AKN1, 28AKN2, 28AKR1 and the like. When such a notification display is executed, it is possible to execute the notification display in the same effect mode as in the case of the predetermined period in response to the execution of the variable display in which the display result is "big hit" other than the predetermined period. You may. For example, when the sub-side count value is a normal count value and not a specific count value, an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in response to the display result of the variable display being a “big hit”. An action effect that is displayed above and exerts an effect on the variable display meter by the display of the effect image 28AKR1 may be executed. By this action effect, the display mode of the effect image 28AKR1 may be changed so that the meter display amount on the variable display meter becomes the specific display amount corresponding to the specific count scale. In this way, after executing the same notification display as in the case of the predetermined period, when the reach effect that is the specific effect is executed based on the variable display of the decorative symbol becoming the reach mode, the effect execution example 28AK202 The same in-reach notification effect may be executed, and the display of the effect image 28AKF2 may enable the in-reach notification effect to be a suggestion notification in a special aspect. In this way, even in the range in which the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display that is not a predetermined period, when the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit" and is controlled to the big hit gaming state as an advantageous state, Suggestion notification may be made feasible in a special aspect. On the other hand, when a specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display that is not a predetermined period, the display result of the variable display becomes "missing", and it is special as long as it is not controlled to the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state. There may be a limitation as a limit that the suggestion notification is not executed in the embodiment. By executing the notification display in the case of a predetermined period and then executing the reach effect which is a specific effect to control the jackpot gaming state as an advantageous state, the player's prediction for the advantageous state is appropriately promoted. Then, the game entertainment can be improved. In addition, the predetermined period is not limited to the one that can be notified by the meter display amount of the variable display meter, the display mode when displaying an arbitrary effect image, the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp. It may be possible to notify by the light emitting mode of the light emitting member such as 9, the operation mode of the movable member for effect, or a combination of a part or all of them.

(Explanation of problem-solving means and effects of feature 28AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, such as a jackpot game state, and can perform a specific effect such as a reach effect during execution of the variable display. A specific effect executing means such as an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS148 of the effect process during variable display, for example, and whether or not the specific effect is executed before the variable display is started are determined. For example, the advance notice effect can be executed based on the determination means such as the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the start winning determination process of step S101, and for example, step 28AKS143 of the variable display effect process. An image display device that displays, for example, the effect images 28AKN1, 28AKN2, and 28AKR1 that can notify that it is a predetermined period that can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display and the advance notice effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes 28AKS145. 5 and the notification means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS121 of the variable display start setting process, and the specific effect execution means is in an advantageous state based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the period is a predetermined period. For example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, when the main count value is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT11 is selected. A specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display, such as step 28AKS148 of the variable display effect process executed based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step 28AKS08, and the variable is notified by the notification means that the period is a predetermined period. When the advantageous state is not controlled based on the display, for example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, when the main count value is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "missing", the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT03 and 28AKT04 are selected, and the specific effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display, such as step 28AKS148 of the variable display effect process executed based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step 28AKS08. , The variable display that is the target of the judgment can be specified, for example, the first notice effect such as the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA can be executed, and the variable that is the target of the judgment is variable. Display It is possible to execute a second notice effect such as a hold display change effect based on a change effect pattern classified into a change effect type ZHB, which cannot be specified or is difficult to specify, and executes a notice effect targeting variable display in a predetermined period. In this case, for example, in step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process, the change effect type is determined using the determination table 28AKT21 which is the hold display change effect type determination table, and the variable display effect process based on the determination result of the change effect type is determined. In step 28AKS143 of the above, the second notice effect can be executed at a higher rate than the first notice effect. As a result, it becomes impossible or difficult to specify which variable display result is the "big hit", so that it is possible to appropriately suppress the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest.

A hold display means such as a hold display area 28AKB1 capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not been started is provided, and as a second notice effect, a plurality of effect execution examples 28AK111, 28AK112, etc. are provided. It may be possible to execute a change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display. As a result, it becomes impossible or difficult to specify which display result of the variable display corresponding to the hold display is a "big hit". Therefore, the player's prediction of the advantageous state is appropriately suppressed to improve the game interest. Can be made to.

As the second notice effect, for example, the display mode is set so that at least a part of the display elements used for the hold display is substantially the same as before the change, such as the hold display change effect based on the change effect pattern determined using the determination table 28AKT33. It may be possible to execute a change effect to be changed. As a result, it becomes impossible or difficult to specify that the display result of the variable display is a "big hit", so that it is possible to appropriately suppress the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest.

For example, in step 28AKS106 of the read-ahead notice setting process, when the specific count value is not reached, it is determined that the hold display change effect is executed at a higher rate than when the specific count value is reached, so that the predetermined period is set. It may be possible to execute the advance notice effect for the variable display before the predetermined period is started at a higher rate than the advance notice effect for the variable display after the start. In this way, since the change targeting the variable display before the start of the predetermined period can be executed at a high rate, the advance notice effect can be executed at an appropriate frequency to improve the game entertainment.

The notification means can execute suggestion notification by displaying the effect images 28AKF1 and 28AKF2 in the effect execution examples 28AK201 and 28AK202, which suggests that the specific effect is controlled to an advantageous state when the specific effect is executed, and can execute the suggestion notification for a predetermined period. When the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the above, it is different from the normal mode such as the display of the effect image 28AKF1 in the effect execution example 28AK201, for example, the display of the effect image 28AKF2 in the effect execution example 28AK202. Suggestion notification may be feasible in some embodiments. As described above, since the suggestion notification becomes a special mode different from the normal mode in response to the specific effect of the predetermined period, it is possible to execute an appropriate notification and improve the game entertainment.

For example, in step 28AKS106 of the pre-reading advance notice setting process, when the hold display change effect is already being executed, a new hold display change effect is executed at a high rate, so that the advance notice effect is being executed by the advance notice effect execution means. In addition, the advance notice effect may be extended and executed based on a new determination by the determination means. In this way, since the advance notice effect can be extended and executed based on the new determination, the advance notice effect can be appropriately executed and the game entertainment can be improved.

(Explanation of problem-solving means and effects of feature 29AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, such as a jackpot game state, and can perform a specific effect such as a reach effect during execution of the variable display. A specific effect executing means such as an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS148 of the effect process during variable display, for example, and whether or not the specific effect is executed before the variable display is started are determined. For example, the advance notice effect can be executed based on the determination means such as the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the start winning determination process of step S101, and for example, step 28AKS143 of the variable display effect process. An image display device that displays, for example, the effect images 28AKN1, 28AKN2, and 28AKR1 that can notify that it is a predetermined period that can be shifted based on the execution of the variable display and the advance notice effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes 28AKS145. 5 and the notification means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS121 of the variable display start setting process, and the specific effect execution means is in an advantageous state based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the period is a predetermined period. For example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, when the main count value is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT11 is selected. A specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display, such as step 28AKS148 of the variable display effect process executed based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step 28AKS08, and the variable is notified by the notification means that the period is a predetermined period. When the advantageous state is not controlled based on the display, for example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, when the main count value is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "missing", the fluctuation pattern determination table 28AKT03 and 28AKT04 are selected, and the specific effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display, such as step 28AKS148 of the variable display effect process executed based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step 28AKS08. , The variable display that is the target of the judgment can be specified, for example, the first notice effect such as the hold display change effect by the change effect pattern classified into the change effect type ZHA can be executed, and the variable that is the target of the judgment is variable. Display It is possible to execute a second notice effect such as a hold display change effect based on a change effect pattern classified into a change effect type ZHB, which cannot be specified or is difficult to specify, and executes a notice effect targeting variable display in a predetermined period. In this case, for example, in step 28AKS206 of the change effect setting process, the change effect type is determined using the determination table 29AKT21 which is the hold display change effect type determination table, and the variable display effect process based on the determination result of the change effect type is determined. In step 28AKS143 of the above, the first notice effect can be executed at a higher rate than the second notice effect. As a result, it becomes possible to specify which of the corresponding displays the variable display display result is a "big hit", so that it is possible to appropriately promote the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest. it can.

It is provided with a hold display means such as a hold display area 28AKB1 capable of displaying a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not been started yet, and the notification means is, for example, by displaying the effect images 28AKN1, 28AKN2, 28AKR1 in a predetermined period. The hold display corresponding to the variable display may be notified so as to be identifiable. As a result, it becomes easy to identify the variable display in which the display result is a "big hit", so that the predictability of the player with respect to the advantageous state can be appropriately increased, and the game interest can be improved.

The notification means may be capable of executing the notification display in the vicinity of the hold display, for example, as in the screen configuration example 28AKP0. As a result, the predictability of the player with respect to the advantageous state can be appropriately increased, and the game interest can be improved.

As the first notice effect, it may be possible to execute a change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display, such as, for example, the effect execution examples 28AK101 and 28AK102. As a result, it becomes easy to identify which of the hold display corresponding to the variable display result is the "big hit", so that it is possible to appropriately promote the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game interest. it can.

The notification means can execute suggestion notification by displaying the effect images 28AKF1 and 28AKF2 in the effect execution examples 28AK201 and 28AK202, which suggests that the specific effect is controlled to an advantageous state when the specific effect is executed, and can execute the suggestion notification for a predetermined period. When the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the above, it is different from the normal mode such as the display of the effect image 28AKF1 in the effect execution example 28AK201, for example, the display of the effect image 28AKF2 in the effect execution example 28AK202. Suggestion notification may be feasible in some embodiments. As described above, since the suggestion notification becomes a special mode different from the normal mode in response to the specific effect of the predetermined period, it is possible to execute an appropriate notification and improve the game entertainment.

For example, in step 28AKS106 of the pre-reading advance notice setting process, when the hold display change effect is already being executed, a new hold display change effect is executed at a high rate, so that the advance notice effect is being executed by the advance notice effect execution means. In addition, the advance notice effect may be extended and executed based on a new determination by the determination means. In this way, since the display mode of the corresponding display can be changed based on the new determination, it is possible to appropriately execute the advance notice effect and improve the game entertainment.

(Explanation of problem-solving means and effects of feature section 30AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, such as a jackpot game state, and can perform a specific effect such as a reach effect during execution of the variable display. Corresponds to a specific effect execution means such as an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS148 of the effect process during variable display, which can be executed, and a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not yet been started, or a variable display being executed. A predetermined display mode change means such as a display mode changing means for executing steps 28AKS143 and 28AKS145 of the effect processing during variable display, which can change any display mode of the specific display, and a predetermined display capable of being changed based on the execution of the variable display. It is provided with a notification means such as an image display device 5 that can notify that it is a period, for example, an effect image 28AKN1, 28AKN2, 28AKR1, and an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 28AKS121 of the variable display start setting process. When the execution means is controlled to an advantageous state based on the variable display notified by the notification means for a predetermined period, for example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, the main count value is a specific count value. When the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the variable display such as step 28AKS148 of the effect processing during variable display executed by selecting the variable pattern determination table 28AKT11 and executing based on the variable pattern determined in step 28AKS08. When a specific effect is executed during the execution of, and the advantageous state is not controlled based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the period is, for example, in step 28AKS07 of the fluctuation pattern setting process, the main side count value. Is a specific count value and the display result of the variable display is "missing", the fluctuation pattern determination tables 28AKT03 and 28AKT04 are selected, and the variable display during effect processing executed based on the fluctuation pattern determined in step 28AKS08. When the specific effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display such as step 28AKS148 and the display mode changing means executes a change targeting the variable display in a predetermined period, for example, in step 28AKS106 of the read-ahead notice setting process. The presence or absence of the hold display change effect is determined by the determination rate when the target variation count value reaches the specific count value, and the sub-side count value is the specific count value in step 28AKS208 of the change effect setting process. The presence or absence of the active display change effect is determined by the determination rate in a certain case, and the specific display corresponding to the variable display is changed to the variable display in steps 28AKS143 and 28AKS145 of the effect processing during variable display based on these determination results and the like. It can change at a higher rate than the corresponding hold display. As a result, it becomes impossible or difficult to specify which display result of the variable display corresponding to the hold display is a "big hit". Therefore, the player's prediction of the advantageous state is appropriately suppressed to improve the game interest. Can be made to.

It is possible to display a specific display in a plurality of display modes, such as a shape and a display color corresponding to the display of the display images 28AKC1 to 28AKC3 and 28AKD1 to 28AKD3, which have different expectations for controlling the specific display in an advantageous state. When the specific display corresponding to is changed to a specific mode among a plurality of display modes, for example, the display color is red, for example, as in the production execution example 28AK121 to 28AK124, the specific display is executed after the specific effect is executed. May be changed to. As described above, in the variable display in the predetermined period, since the specific display is changed to the specific mode after the specific effect is executed, it is possible to appropriately suppress the player's prediction of the advantageous state and improve the game entertainment. ..

The notification means can execute suggestion notification by displaying the effect images 28AKF1 and 28AKF2 in the effect execution examples 28AK201 and 28AK202, which suggests that the specific effect is controlled to an advantageous state when the specific effect is executed, and can execute the suggestion notification for a predetermined period. When the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display in the above, it is different from the normal mode such as the display of the effect image 28AKF1 in the effect execution example 28AK201, for example, the display of the effect image 28AKF2 in the effect execution example 28AK202. Suggestion notification may be feasible in some embodiments. As described above, since the suggestion notification becomes a special mode different from the normal mode in response to the specific effect of the predetermined period, it is possible to execute an appropriate notification and improve the game entertainment.

For example, in step 28AKS106 of the read-ahead notice setting process, after changing the display mode of the hold display by executing a new hold display change effect at a high rate while the hold display change effect is already being executed. The display mode of the hold display may be further changed based on a new determination by the determination means. In this way, since the display mode of the hold display can be changed based on the new determination, the hold display can be appropriately changed to improve the game entertainment.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 5 ... Image display device 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 100 ... Game control microcomputer 120 ... Production control CPU
28AKA1… Active display area 28AKAB1… Hold display area

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can perform variable display and control it to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A hold display means that can display a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not been started yet,
A specific effect execution means that can execute a specific effect while the variable display is being executed,
A determination means capable of determining that the specific effect is executed before the variable display is started, and
A notice effect executing means capable of executing a notice effect based on the determination of the determination means,
A notification means capable of notifying that a predetermined period of transition is possible based on the execution of variable display, and
In connection with the execution of the specific effect, a special notification effect executing means capable of executing a special notification effect for notifying that the specific effect is executed is provided.
The specific effect executing means is
The specific effect can be executed during execution of the variable display that has not been notified by the notification means that the predetermined period is reached.
When the advantageous state is controlled based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the predetermined period is reached, the specific effect is executed during the execution of the variable display.
When the advantageous state is not controlled based on the variable display notified by the notification means that the predetermined period is reached, the specific effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display.
The notice production execution means
It is possible to execute the first notice effect that can identify the variable display that is the target of the judgment.
It is possible to execute a second notice effect in which the variable display that is the target of the judgment cannot be specified or is difficult to specify.
When performing the prediction effect directed to the variable display in the predetermined period, being capable of performing the first informational display at a higher rate than the second informational display,
The notification means may identifiable informed the hold display corresponding to the variable display in the predetermined time period,
When the advance notice effect targeting the variable display not controlled by the advantageous state in the predetermined period is executed, the advance notice effect targeting the variable display not controlled by the advantageous state in the period other than the predetermined period is executed. The advance notice effect is executed at a lower rate than in the case.
A game machine characterized by that.