JP6823001B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

As shown in Patent Document 1, a game machine has been proposed in which three decorative symbols are stopped and a blue effect is added to each decorative symbol.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-205259 (Fig. 10, paragraph 0097)

In a game machine as described in Patent Document 1, it is desired to enhance the effect.

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 having an enhanced effect.

The game machine of means A
It is a game machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
Equipped with a production control means that can control the production
The effect control means
It is possible to execute the variable display of the production identification information and stop and display the variable display result of the production identification information.
By stopping and displaying the effect identification information in a specific mode including the first specific mode and the second specific mode different from the first specific mode, a suggestion effect suggesting that the effect is controlled to the advantageous state is executed. It is possible and
When the effect identification information is displayed in the first specific mode, the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the identification information is displayed in the second specific mode.
The production identification information includes the first production identification information and the second production identification information.
The identification information for the first effect is larger than the identification information for the second effect.
When the suggestion effect is executed, the effect control means can execute a change effect that changes the layout of the first effect identification information and the background image.
When the change effect is executed, the display position of the first effect identification information is changed, and the display position of the second effect identification information is not changed.
The effect control means
When executing the suggestion effect,
During the period when the change effect is not executed, the variable display of the first effect identification information and the variable display of the second effect identification information can be executed in parallel in the area of the background image.
During the period when the change effect is executed, in the area of the background image whose layout has been changed, the identification information for the first effect whose display position has been changed is stopped and displayed, but is different from the area of the background image. In the area, it is possible to stop and display the identification information for the second effect whose display position has not been changed.
The first effect identification information includes a first information and a second information, in the configuration,
The first information is numerical information indicating a number, and is
The second information is decorative information that decorates the numerical information.
The effect control means lowers the visibility of the first information and the second information so that the second information is less visible than the first information when the suggestion effect is executed. ,
A game machine characterized by that.
In addition, as a game machine of means 1,
It is a gaming machine that can perform variable display (variable display, etc.) of identification information for production (decorative symbol, small symbol, etc.) and control it to an advantageous state (big hit game state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player.
The effect variable display means (effect control CPU 120) that displays the variation of the effect identification information and stops and displays the variation display result of the effect identification information.
The effect identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific mode (a combination of blue even-numbered symbols or red odd-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed, or the decorative symbols are not aligned on the effective line (so-called misaligned state)). A suggestion effect (such as a chance eye stop effect as a look-ahead notice effect, a pseudo-continuous effect that suggests a display result of a variable display during execution, etc.) that suggests that the advantageous state is controlled by displaying a temporary stop, etc.) A feasible suggestion effect execution means (effect control CPU 120) and
When the suggestion effect is executed by the suggestion effect execution means, the change effect (for example, FIGS. 8-3 (2) and (3)) changes the layout of the information displayed around the effect identification information. As shown in the above, as the background image 17TM010 is transformed into the background image 17TM010a by compressing it in the horizontal direction, the variable display compatible display is extended vertically from the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the display interval of the hold display is narrowed. It is provided with a change effect execution means (effect control CPU 120) capable of executing an effect of changing to 17TM002a and changing from the active display guide 17TM004 to an active display guide 17TM004a extended in the vertical direction.
It may be a game machine characterized by this.
According to such a configuration, the effect of the production can be improved, and the interest can be improved.

The game machine of means 2
It is a game machine of means 1
A special variation display means (game control microcomputer 100) that performs variable display (variable display) of special identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol, etc.) and stops and displays the variable display result of the special identification information. Further prepare
The effect variable display means (effect control CPU 120) displays variations of the effect identification information (decorative symbol, small symbol, etc.) in response to the start of variable display of the special identification information by the special variable display means. At the same time as starting (variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols is started based on receiving an effect control command that specifies that variable display of special symbols is started), the special identification information by the special variable display means is started. After the stop display of the variation display result is performed, the variation display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed in response to the stop display of the variation display result of the special identification information by the special variation display means (the special symbol is stopped). The display result of the decorative symbol and the small symbol is confirmed and displayed based on the reception of the effect control command that specifies that it has been displayed),
The change effect execution means (effect control CPU 120) executes the change effect before the variable display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed (as shown in FIGS. 8-5 (3) and (4). Before receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, the background image 17TM010, the decorative symbol 17TM001, and the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the active display guide 17TM004 are displayed, respectively, with the background image 17TM010a, the decorative symbol 17TM001a, and the variable display compatible display 17TM002a. And change to active display guide 17TM004a),
When the change effect is executed, the variation display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed by the layout after the change by the change effect (as shown in FIG. 8-5 (4), the symbol confirmation designation command. Is received, the decorative design 17TM001a is confirmed and displayed according to the layout of the changed background image 17TM010a, the variable display compatible display 17TM002a, and the active display guide 17TM004a).
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the effect of the effect identification information can be enhanced, and the player can pay attention to the variable display result of the effect identification information.

The game machine of means 3
A game machine of means 1 or means 2
As the effect identification information (decorative pattern, small pattern, etc.), there are a first effect identification information (decorative pattern) and a second effect identification information (small pattern).
The change effect execution means (effect control CPU 120) is
As the change effect, it is possible to execute an effect of reducing the visibility of the identification information for the first effect (an effect of erasing the character from the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the character and changing it to the decorative symbol 17TM001a extended in the vertical direction). Yes,
When the variable display result of the first effect identification information is confirmed and displayed, it is possible to reduce the visibility of the first effect identification information, while the second effect identification information is displayed. The visibility of the variable display result is not reduced (as shown in FIG. 8-5 (4), when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed, the visibility of the decorative symbol is reduced (decorative symbol 17TM001 to decorative symbol 17TM001a). The visibility of the small design 17TM003 is not reduced),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, by making the variable display result visible by the second effect identification information, it is possible to continue the state in which the visibility of the first effect identification information is lowered. 1 The effect of the effect on the identification information for the effect can be further enhanced.

The game machine of means 4
Any gaming machine selected from means 1-3
As the specific aspect (combination of blue even-numbered symbols, combination of red odd-numbered symbols), there are a first specific aspect (combination of red odd-numbered symbols) and a second specific aspect (combination of blue even-numbered symbols).
When the effect identification information is displayed in the first specific mode, the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the identification information is displayed in the second specific mode (as shown in FIG. 8-1 (1)). In addition, the combination of red odd-numbered symbols has a higher expectation of big hits than the combination of blue even-numbered symbols),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the player can be made to pay attention to which specific mode is displayed, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 5
Any gaming machine selected from means 1 to 4,
The effect identification information includes first information (numerical information, numbers, etc.) and second information (decorative information, characters, etc.).
When the suggestion effect (chance stop effect, pseudo-continuous effect, etc.) is executed, the visibility of the first information is made higher than the visibility of the second information (shown in FIG. 8-5 (3)). By displaying the decorative pattern 17TM001a in which the character is erased when the chance eye stop effect is executed, the number is more noticed than the character),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the first information of the production identification information can be further emphasized, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 6
Any gaming machine selected from means 1 to 5,
When the suggestion effect (chance eye stop effect, pseudo continuous effect, etc.) is executed, a special image (background image) including an area for stopping and displaying the effect identification information (decorative pattern) is difficult to see. Display (By displaying a special image on the display layer lower than the decorative pattern and higher than the background image, the area around the decorative pattern in the background image cannot be seen).
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the effect of the suggestion effect can be further enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 7
It is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can perform variable display (variable display, etc.) of identification information for production (decorative symbols, small symbols, etc.) and control it to an advantageous state (big hit game state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player. hand,
The effect variable display means (effect control CPU 120) that displays the variation of the effect identification information and stops and displays the variation display result of the effect identification information.
The effect identification information is stopped and displayed in a specific mode (a combination of blue even-numbered symbols or red odd-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed, or the decorative symbols are not aligned on the effective line (so-called misaligned state)). A suggestion effect (such as a chance eye stop effect as a look-ahead notice effect, a pseudo-continuous effect that suggests a display result of a variable display during execution, etc.) that suggests that the advantageous state is controlled by displaying a temporary stop, etc.) A feasible suggestion effect execution means (effect control CPU 120) and
When the suggestion effect is executed by the suggestion effect execution means, a special effect that changes the visibility of the effect identification information (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-3 (2) and (3), is a background image. By transforming 17TM010 into the background image 17TM010a by compressing it in the horizontal direction, the character is erased from the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the character and changed to the decorative symbol 17TM001a extended in the vertical direction). A production execution means (CPU 120 for effect control) is provided.
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the effect of the production and improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 8
It is a game machine of means 7.
A special variation display means (game control microcomputer 100) that performs variable display (variable display) of special identification information (first special symbol, second special symbol, etc.) and stops and displays the variable display result of the special identification information. Further prepare
The effect variable display means (effect control CPU 120) displays variations of the effect identification information (decorative symbol, small symbol, etc.) in response to the start of variable display of the special identification information by the special variable display means. At the same time as starting (variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols is started based on receiving an effect control command that specifies that variable display of special symbols is started), the special identification information by the special variable display means is started. After the stop display of the variation display result is performed, the variation display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed in response to the stop display of the variation display result of the special identification information by the special variation display means (the special symbol is stopped). The display result of the decorative symbol and the small symbol is confirmed and displayed based on the reception of the effect control command that specifies that it has been displayed),
The special effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) executes the special effect before the variation display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed, and before the variation display result of the effect identification information is confirmed and displayed. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-3 (3) and (4), the character is erased and stretched in the vertical direction before the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the character is confirmed and displayed. End the display of the decorative pattern 17TM001a),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the visibility of the effect identification information can be ensured, and the player can pay attention to the variable display result of the effect identification information.

The gaming machine of means 9
A game machine of means 7 or means 8
As the effect identification information (decorative pattern, small pattern, etc.), there are a first effect identification information (decorative pattern) and a second effect identification information (small pattern).
The special effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
As the special effect, it is possible to execute an effect of reducing the visibility of the identification information for the first effect (an effect of erasing the character from the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the character and changing it to the decorative symbol 17TM001a extended in the vertical direction). Yes,
When the variable display result of the first effect identification information is confirmed and displayed, it is possible to reduce the visibility of the first effect identification information, while the second effect identification information is displayed. The visibility of the variable display result is not reduced (as shown in FIG. 8-5 (4), when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed, the visibility of the decorative symbol is reduced (decorative symbol 17TM001 to decorative symbol 17TM001a). The visibility of the small design 17TM003 is not reduced),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, by making the variable display result visible by the second effect identification information, it is possible to continue the state in which the visibility of the first effect identification information is lowered. It is possible to further enhance the effect of the first effect identification information.

The gaming machine of means 10
Any gaming machine selected from means 7-9,
As the specific aspect (combination of blue even-numbered symbols, combination of red odd-numbered symbols), there are a first specific aspect (combination of red odd-numbered symbols) and a second specific aspect (combination of blue even-numbered symbols).
When the effect identification information is displayed in the first specific mode, the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the identification information is displayed in the second specific mode (as shown in FIG. 8-1 (1)). In addition, the combination of red odd-numbered symbols has a higher expectation of big hits than the combination of blue even-numbered symbols),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the player can be interested in which specific mode the effect identification information is displayed, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 11
Any gaming machine selected from means 7-10,
The effect identification information includes first information (numerical information, numbers, etc.) and second information (decorative information, characters, etc.).
When the suggestion effect (chance stop effect, pseudo-continuous effect, etc.) is executed, the visibility of the first information is made higher than the visibility of the second information (shown in FIG. 8-3 (3)). By displaying the decorative pattern 17TM001a in which the character is erased when the chance eye stop effect is executed, the number is more noticed than the character),
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the first information of the production identification information can be further emphasized, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 12
Any gaming machine selected from means 7 to 11
When the suggestion effect (chance eye stop effect, pseudo continuous effect, etc.) is executed, a special image (background image) including an area for stopping and displaying the effect identification information (decorative pattern) is difficult to see. Display (By displaying a special image on the display layer lower than the decorative pattern and higher than the background image, the area around the decorative pattern in the background image cannot be seen).
A game machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the effect of the suggestion effect can be further enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, the invention according to each means shown below relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine capable of displaying variable display of identification information and controlling it to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

Such a game machine is composed of numerical information as the first identification information and decorative information as the second identification information when the variable display of the identification information is executed, and during the variable display, only the numerical information is changed. However, there was a mode in which decorative information was attached to numerical information when the fluctuation was stopped (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2007-135800 (FIG. 31)). In addition, there was a case where the variation display by the numerical information was started and the decorative information was attached to the numerical information in the middle of the variation (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2004-173716 (FIGS. 8 and 9)). However, in the above-mentioned gaming machine of the patent document, the size of the numerical information as the first identification information when the fluctuation is stopped is uniform, so that the display is suitable depending on the display mode of the decoration information as the second identification information. There was a risk that I could not do it. The inventions according to the means (1) to (11) shown below have been conceived in view of such circumstances, and the purpose thereof is to preferably display the first identification information and the second identification information. It is to provide a game machine that can be played.

(1) With a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine P1, etc.) that can perform variable display (variable display, etc.) of identification information (design information, symbols, etc.) and control it to an advantageous state (big hit game state, etc.) that is advantageous to the player. There,
Equipped with variable display means (effect display device P9, effect control microcomputer P100, etc.) capable of executing variable display of identification information.
The identification information (design information, etc.) includes the first information (numerical information, numbers, etc.) and the second information (decorative information, characters, etc.).
The identification information display pattern includes a first display pattern (a pattern displayed by a number or the like) that displays the first information without displaying the second information, and a second display pattern that displays the first information and the second information. Two display patterns (patterns displayed with numbers and characters, etc.) are provided.
The variation display means executes the variation display according to the first display pattern (executes the variation display by numbers, etc.) after the identification information starts to fluctuate in a predetermined direction (downward direction, etc.), and the second display. Stop the variable display depending on the pattern (stop the variable display by numbers and characters, etc.),
The display mode is different between the first information when displayed in the first display pattern and the first information when displayed in the second display pattern (as shown in FIGS. 9-13). , The numbers when displaying only numbers are displayed larger than the numbers when displaying numbers and characters, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(2) The game machine of (1) above.
The variable display means includes the second information (characters A to I shown in FIG. 9-12) according to the type of the first information (numbers 1 to 9 shown in FIGS. 9-12) provided in a plurality of types. Etc.) is displayed. The variable display is stopped by the second display pattern (as shown in FIG. 9-13, the variable display is stopped by a pattern that displays characters corresponding to numbers, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(3) The gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above.
When the variable display means is in the reach state, the display mode of the first information and the second information is displayed differently from the display mode before the reach state (as shown in FIGS. 9-15). , The character moves greatly as an action when forming a reach, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(4) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above.
The variation display means executes a first change effect when changing from the first display pattern to the second display pattern (executes an effect of changing from only numbers to numbers and characters as an action when the fluctuation is stopped). , Execute the second change effect when changing from the second display pattern to the first display pattern (execute the effect of changing from numbers and characters to numbers only as an action at the start of fluctuation).
The execution mode is different between the first change effect and the second change effect (as shown in FIG. 9-14, in the variable stop symbol action executed as the first change effect, the character is the effect display device P9. When the screen is viewed from the front, it jumps forward from the depth direction, the numbers move down, the character is displayed larger than the numbers, and in the fluctuation start symbol action executed as the second change effect, the numbers and characters The character is erased from, and only the number displayed larger than before the change fluctuates downward, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(5) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above.
The variable display means displays identification information indicating that it is controlled to the advantageous state at the end of the reach effect by the first display pattern, and the final display of the identification information after the end of the reach effect is displayed in the second display. It is displayed as a pattern (as shown in FIGS. 9-15, the symbols are aligned only with numbers at the end of SP reach, and the numbers and characters are used for the final display after returning to the normal background, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(6) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above.
When the variable display of the identification information is stopped, the variable display means displays the second information so that the display range is wider than that of the first information before the stop (as shown in FIGS. 9-13). In addition, when the variable display is stopped, the character is displayed to appear wider than the display range of the numbers before the stop).

According to such a configuration, the first identification information and the second identification information can be preferably displayed.

(7) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6) above.
When the variable display of the identification information is stopped, the variable display means displays the second information so as to jump out from the rear to the front of the gaming machine (as shown in FIGS. 9-13 and 9-14). , As a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the character displays the screen of the effect display device P9 so as to pop out from the depth direction when viewed from the front, etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to perform a powerful display using the second identification information.

(8) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (7) above.
The advantageous state is provided with a first advantageous state (probability variation jackpot state, etc.) having a high advantage and a second advantageous state (normal jackpot state, etc.) having a lower advantage than the first advantageous state.
The first information corresponding to the first advantageous state (numbers corresponding to the probability variation jackpot, etc.) and the first information corresponding to the second advantageous state (numbers corresponding to the normal jackpot, etc.) are provided.
The variable display means executes the second display pattern only in the first information corresponding to the first advantageous state (as shown in the modified example, only in the numbers corresponding to the probabilistic jackpot, the numbers and characters Display with, etc.).

With such a configuration, it is possible to give a special impression to the first information having a high degree of advantage.

(9) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (8) above.
The variable display is started based on the fact that the game medium (game ball, etc.) has entered the starting area (first starting winning opening P13, second starting winning opening P14, etc.).
High-frequency state control that can control the starting area to a high-frequency state (time saving state, etc.) in which the game medium is more likely to enter than the normal state until a predetermined condition (fluctuation 100 rotations, etc.) is satisfied after the advantageous state ends. Further equipped with means (microcomputer P560 for game control, etc.)
In the high frequency state, the variation display means starts the variation display in the first display pattern and stops the variation display in the first display pattern (in the time saving state, the variation is started only by the number). Stop the fluctuation with only numbers, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the first information can be preferably displayed in a high frequency state.

(10) The gaming machine according to any one of (3) to (9) above.
It is further equipped with a production sound output means (microcomputer P100 for production control, audio output board P70, speaker P27, etc.) that outputs production sound according to the production.
It may develop into a special reach (SP reach, etc.) after a predetermined time has passed since the reach state was reached.
In the special reach, the variable display means reduces and displays the first information (displays with a small symbol, etc.), and reduces and displays the first information according to the effect sound during the special reach. The information is displayed by performing a predetermined operation (as shown in FIGS. 9-15, the small symbol is violently moved according to the effect sound during SP reach as the small symbol action pattern B).

According to such a configuration, the first information displayed in a reduced size can be preferably displayed.

(11) The gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (10) above.
Further equipped with a notice effect execution means (microcomputer P100 for effect control, etc.) capable of executing a predetermined advance notice effect (full-screen advance notice effect, etc.).
The predetermined advance notice effect is executed so as to make the display mode of the identification information invisible or difficult to see at the start of the variable display (FIGS. 9-18 (B2), 9-20 (B2) or 9-22. Blackout effect that makes the decorative pattern as shown in (B2) invisible),
When the predetermined advance notice effect is executed, the identification information can start variable display in a predetermined direction after the execution period of the predetermined advance notice effect has elapsed (FIGS. 9-18 (B2), FIG. 9). After the execution period of the blackout effect shown in -20 (B2) or 9-22 (B2) has elapsed, FIGS. 9-18 (D2), (E2), 9-20 (D), (E) or 9 As shown in -22 (D2), the decorative pattern starts to fluctuate in the forward direction, etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information from becoming difficult to understand, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

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 explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the table for determining the stop symbol in a chance eye stop effect. It is a time chart which shows the execution timing of the chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the table for determining the mode of the stop symbol in a chance eye stop effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the special image displayed in the chance eye stop effect. It is a front view which looked at the pachinko machine from the front. It is a figure which shows the hit type table. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the circuit structure in the main board (game control board). It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the jackpot determination table and jackpot type determination table. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern table used for determining a variation pattern in a tabular form. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process process. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the 1st information and the 2nd information. It is a figure which shows the mode of the variation display. It is a timing chart of the symbol display pattern at the time of non-reach off. It is a timing chart of the symbol display pattern at the time of SP reach big hit. It is a flowchart which shows the effect symbol variation start processing. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation of a decorative pattern and each notice production. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation of a decorative pattern and each notice production. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship between the fluctuation of a decorative pattern and each notice production. It is a figure which shows the production execution example.

(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 a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 suspended, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill 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 with respect to the ball striking operation handle 30 by the player. 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 the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

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

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

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

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

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

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state includes 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 a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, 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 the 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, and in addition to or instead of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like, turning off the light, or the operation of the movable body 32.

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

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

In addition, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative pattern. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (display result of the special figure game or variable display of the decorative symbol) to be "big hit" (also called big hit reliability or big hit expectation) is determined according to the production mode. Multiple different types of reach effects are performed. Reach production includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has a higher hit reliability than normal reach.

When the display result of the special figure game is "big hit", a fixed decorative symbol which 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", the fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as the display result of the 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 the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

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

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

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

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high 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, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

After the restoration process or the initialization process is completed and the effect control command is transmitted to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer is interrupted periodically every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and interrupts are permitted (step S12). ). After that, the loop processing is started. After that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) intervals, 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, see See below).

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

After executing the normal symbol process process, 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 the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for designating the determination result such as the occurrence of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

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

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when the display result is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a fixed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. 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 processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to change the special symbol, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol. It includes processing to measure. In addition, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

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

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to 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 process during opening of the big hit, the process of measuring the elapsed time since the large winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like are used as the basis for the large winning opening. 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 supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). 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 the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or stored in the RAM 122 so that which effect control command is received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process 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 look-ahead advance notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead advance notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

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

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

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

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

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

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, 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 control 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 middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the jackpot game state is terminated. Update to 7 ”and end the production process during the big hit.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the setting contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the ending effect process ends.

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but the game medium is enclosed and a score is given based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

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

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

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

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program 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 proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".

[Explanation of feature 17TM]
Next, a specific example of the look-ahead notice effect executed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 17TM will be described. In the form of the following feature unit 17TM, as an example of the look-ahead notice effect, a predetermined variable display result is obtained for one or more variable displays executed before the variable display (so-called target variation) that is the target of the look-ahead notice effect. Execute the chance eye stop effect to stop and display the chance eye which is a combination of decorative patterns. For the player, since the chance eye is stopped and displayed as a combination of decorative symbols, it is expected that the display result of the variable display executed thereafter will be a big hit, so the chance eye stop effect is a big hit. This is an example of a suggestion effect that suggests to the player that

Here, in the present embodiment, when the chance eye stop effect is executed as a suggestion effect, a special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern and a change that changes the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern are changed. It is possible to produce and perform.

As will be described later, the special effect in the present embodiment compresses the background image displayed on the image display device 5 from the left and right when the chance eye stop effect is executed, and changes the background image into a vertically long background image accordingly. This is an effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern by extending the decorative pattern vertically and displaying it. Further, as described later, the change effect in the present embodiment compresses the background image displayed on the image display device 5 from the left and right when the chance eye stop effect is executed, and changes the background image into a vertically long background image. , It is an effect to change the layout of the information (hold display, active display, active display guide, etc.) displayed around the decorative pattern accordingly.

In the present embodiment, in the command analysis process (step S75) of FIG. 6, the effect control CPU 120 specifies one set of start winning commands (symbol designation command, variable category command, and reserved storage number designation) as effect control commands. Command) is received.

Here, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the jackpot determination random number extracted at the time of starting winning matches the jackpot determination value in the jackpot determination table. Then, if it does not match the jackpot determination value, a symbol designation command is set to specify that the determination result at the time of starting winning is out of order. On the other hand, if it matches the jackpot judgment value, the jackpot type judgment random number extracted at the time of the start winning is the judgment value of any jackpot type (for example, normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, sudden probability variation jackpot) in the jackpot type determination table. Determine if it matches. Then, a symbol specification command is set to specify the jackpot type corresponding to the matched determination value as the determination result at the time of starting winning.

Further, in the game control microcomputer 100, when the determination result at the time of starting winning is out of order, the random number for determining the variation category extracted at the time of winning the start is any variation category (for example, in the table for determining the variation category for losing). , Non-reach out, normal reach out, super reach out). Then, a variable category command that specifies the variable category corresponding to the matched determination value as the determination result at the time of starting winning is set. On the other hand, when the judgment result at the time of starting prize is a big hit, the random number for determining the variable category extracted at the time of starting winning is any variable category in the table for determining the variable category for big hit (for example, normal reach big hit, super reach big hit). Judge whether it matches the judgment value of. Then, a variable category command that specifies the variable category corresponding to the matched determination value as the determination result at the time of starting winning is set.

Further, the game control microcomputer 100 has a first hold storage number designation command for designating the first hold storage number after the update when the game ball wins the first start winning opening, and the updated first hold memory number designation command. If a game ball wins in the 2nd start winning opening by setting the total holding memory specification command that specifies the total value of 1 holding storage number and the 2nd holding storage number, the updated 2nd holding storage number Set the second hold storage number specification command to specify, and the total hold storage number specification command to specify the total value of the first hold storage number and the updated second hold storage number.

The game control microcomputer 100 has a symbol designation command, a variable category command, and a hold storage number designation command (first hold storage number designation command or second hold storage number designation command) set in this way when a start winning prize is generated. A designated command and a command for specifying the total number of pending storages) are transmitted to the production control CPU 120 as a command at the time of starting and winning a set.

The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the chance eye stop effect is executed and the effect mode (combination of decorative symbols to be stopped) when the chance eye stop effect is executed, based on the received command at the time of starting winning.

(Determination of stop design in chance eye stop production)
FIG. 8-1 is an explanatory diagram showing a table for determining whether or not the chance eye stop effect is executed and the stop symbol when the chance eye stop effect is executed. FIG. 8-1 (1) is a table used when the first hold storage number becomes 2 due to the start winning, and FIG. 8-1 (2) shows the first hold storage number becomes 3 due to the start winning. 8-1 (3) is a table used when the number of first reserved storages becomes 4 due to the start winning.

FIG. 8-1 (1) is a table used when the first reserved storage number specified by the first reserved storage number designation command is 2, and the variable category indicated by the variable category command is “non-reach out of reach”. In some cases, "out of super reach" and "super reach jackpot", "blue" (even numbered symbols), "red" (odd numbered symbols), and "chance stop effect" are executed, respectively. It is assumed that the judgment value related to "Zu" is assigned.

The effect control CPU 120 includes the stop symbol determination random number extracted when the command at the time of starting winning is received in the determination value of any of the stop symbol patterns, or also in the determination value of any stop symbol pattern. By determining whether or not it is included, whether or not to execute the chance eye stop effect with either "blue" or "red" stop symbol pattern, and whether or not to execute the chance eye stop effect with any of the stop symbol patterns When executing, it is determined which of the "blue" and "red" stop symbol patterns is used to execute the chance eye stop effect.

When the received variable category command indicates "non-reach out", the effect control CPU 120 decides to execute the chance eye stop effect with the "blue" stop symbol pattern at a rate of 4% ( That is, in the variable display immediately before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect, it is decided to stop and display the combination of blue even-numbered symbols), and the chance eye stop effect should not be executed at a rate of 96%. To decide.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "out of super reach", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the "blue" stop symbol pattern at a rate of 4%, and the rate of 10%. Decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the "red" stop symbol pattern (that is, stop the combination of red odd number symbols in the variable display immediately before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect. (Determined to display), and decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 86%.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "super reach jackpot", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the "blue" stop symbol pattern at a rate of 4%, and the rate is 20%. In, it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the "red" stop symbol pattern, and it is decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 76%.

FIG. 8-1 (2) is a table used when the first reserved storage number specified by the first reserved storage number designation command is 3, and the variable category indicated by the variable category command is "non-reach out". In some cases, "out of super reach" and "super reach jackpot", "blue → blue" (even numbered symbols → even numbered symbols) and "red → red" (odd numbered symbols → odd numbers), respectively. It is assumed that the judgment values related to "matching symbols", "matching even-numbered symbols-> matching odd-numbered symbols", and "not executing the chance eye stop effect" are assigned.

The effect control CPU 120 includes the stop symbol determination random number extracted when receiving the command at the time of starting winning in the determination value of any stop symbol pattern, or the determination value of any stop symbol pattern. By determining whether or not it is included, whether or not to execute the chance eye stop effect with any of the stop symbol patterns of "blue → blue", "red → red", and "blue → red", and which When executing the chance eye stop effect by the stop symbol pattern, which of the stop symbol patterns of "blue → blue", "red → red", and "blue → red" is used to execute the chance eye stop effect? To determine.

The effect control CPU 120 decides to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue" at a rate of 4% when the received variable category command indicates "non-reach out". (That is, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed in the variable display two before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect, and the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped in the previous variable display. Decided to display it), and decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 96%.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "out of super reach", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue" at a rate of 4%, 8%. It was decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "red → red" at the ratio of (that is, in the variable display two before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect, the red odd symbol. (It was decided to stop and display the combination of red and odd symbols in the previous variable display), and stop the chance eye with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → red" at a rate of 12%. (That is, in the variable display two before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect, the combination of blue even symbols is stopped and displayed, and in the previous variable display, the red color is displayed. It is decided to stop and display the combination of odd symbols), and it is decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 76%.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "super reach jackpot", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue" at a rate of 4%, 12%. Decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "red → red" at the ratio of, and decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → red" at the ratio of 24% However, it is decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 60%.

FIG. 8-1 (3) is a table used when the first reserved storage number specified by the first reserved storage number designation command is 4, and the variable category indicated by the variable category command is “non-reach out”. In some cases, "out of super reach" and "super reach jackpot", "blue → blue → blue" (even numbered symbols → even numbered symbols → even numbered symbols), "red → red → "Red" (odd symbol alignment → odd symbol alignment → odd symbol alignment), "blue → red → red" (even symbol alignment → odd symbol alignment → odd symbol alignment), "blue → blue → red" (even symbol alignment → even number) It is assumed that the judgment values related to "matching symbols → matching odd-numbered symbols" and "do not execute the chance eye stop effect" are assigned.

The effect control CPU 120 includes the stop symbol determination random number extracted when receiving the command at the time of starting winning in the determination value of any stop symbol pattern, or the determination value of any stop symbol pattern. By determining whether or not it is included, one of the stop pattern patterns of "blue → blue → blue", "red → red → red", "blue → red → red", and "blue → blue → red" Whether or not to execute the chance eye stop effect, and when executing the chance eye stop effect by any of the stop symbol patterns, "blue → blue → blue", "red → red → red", "blue → red" It is decided which of the stop symbol patterns of "→ red" and "blue → blue → red" is used to execute the chance eye stop effect.

When the received variable category command indicates "non-reach out", the effect control CPU 120 executes the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue → blue" at a rate of 4%. (That is, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed in the variable display three before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect, and the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is displayed in the two-previous variable display. Is stopped and displayed, and in the previous variable display, it is decided to stop and display the combination of even-numbered blue symbols), and it is decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 96%.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "out of super reach", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue → blue" at a rate of 4%. It was decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "red → red → red" at a rate of 6% (that is, in the variable display three before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect). The combination of red odd symbols is stopped and displayed, the combination of red odd symbols is stopped and displayed in the previous variable display, and the combination of red odd symbols is stopped and displayed in the previous variable display. (Determined), it was decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → red → red" at a rate of 8% (that is, three before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect). In the variable display, the combination of blue even symbols is stopped and displayed, in the previous variable display, the combination of red odd symbols is stopped and displayed, and in the previous variable display, the combination of red odd symbols is stopped. Decided to display), and decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue → red" at a rate of 10% (that is, the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect) In the three previous variable display, the combination of blue even symbols is stopped and displayed, in the two previous variable display, the blue even symbol combination is stopped and displayed, and in the previous variable display, the red odd symbol is stopped. It is decided to stop and display the combination of), and it is decided not to execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 72%.

In addition, if the received variable category command indicates "super reach jackpot", it is decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → blue → blue" at a rate of 4%. It was decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "red → red → red" at a rate of 8%, and the chance eye stop effect with the stop symbol pattern of "blue → red → red" at a rate of 12%. Decided to execute the chance eye stop effect with the stop pattern of "blue → blue → red" at a rate of 20%, and do not execute the chance eye stop effect at a rate of 56% To decide.

As shown in FIGS. 8-1 (1) to (3), in this embodiment, when the determination result at the time of starting winning is a super reach loss or a super reach jackpot, a non-reach loss may occur. In comparison, in the end (in the variable display executed immediately before the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect), the combination of the red odd-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed at a high rate. Further, in this embodiment, when the judgment result at the time of starting winning is a super reach jackpot, the combination of the red odd-numbered symbols is finally compared with the case where the non-reach is lost or the super reach is missed. The rate of stop display is high. That is, in the chance eye stop effect, when the combination of the red odd-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed, the expectation of becoming a super reach is higher than the case where the blue even-numbered symbol combination is stopped and displayed, and it becomes a big hit. High expectations.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 (2) and (3), when the chance eye stop effect is executed over a plurality of variable displays (that is, the chance eye as the look-ahead continuous effect). When the combination of blue even symbols changes to the combination of red odd symbols (when the stop effect is executed) ("blue → red", "blue → red → red", "blue → blue → red" ”), When it does not change from the combination of blue even symbols (“blue → blue”, “blue → blue → blue”), and when it does not change from the combination of red odd symbols (“red → red”, “red” → Red → Red ”), the rate of big hits is high.

Further, in this embodiment, as shown in (3) of FIG. 8-1, when the chance eye stop effect is executed over a plurality of variable displays, the combination of the blue even symbols to the red odd symbols is used. When the timing of changing to the combination is late ("blue → blue → red"), when the timing of changing from the combination of blue even symbols to the combination of red odd symbols is early ("blue → red → red") In comparison, the rate of big hits is high.

In this way, since the jackpot expectation differs depending on which stop symbol pattern is used to execute the chance eye stop effect, the player is focused on the combination of the decorative symbols displayed as stops, and the interest is improved. Can be made to.

Not limited to the example shown in (3) of FIG. 8-1, when the chance eye stop effect is executed over a plurality of variable displays, the combination of blue even symbols changes to the combination of red odd symbols. When the timing is early (“blue → red → red”), the timing of changing from the combination of blue even symbols to the combination of red odd symbols is late (“blue → blue → red”). , The rate of big hits may be high.

(Specific example of the chance eye stop production)
Next, a specific example of the chance eye stop effect will be described.
FIG. 8-2 is a time chart showing the execution timing of the chance eye stop effect as the pre-reading continuous notice. As will be described later, the start winning is generated and the first reserved memory number becomes 4, and the first reserved memory An example is shown in which the first chance stop effect is executed from the state where the number is 3.

8-3 and 8-4 show that when the chance eye stop effect as a suggestion effect is executed, a special effect that reduces the visibility of the decorative symbol is executed and is displayed around the decorative symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example which the change effect which changes the layout of the existing information is executed, and in this example, "blue-> blue-> red" is determined as the stop pattern of the chance eye stop effect. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (1), the background image 17TM010 is displayed on the image display device 5 before the chance eye stop effect is executed. The areas where the decorative symbols are variablely displayed and stopped are designated as the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R from the left. Further, a symbol displayed on the upper left of the image display device 5, which is smaller than the decorative symbol and indicates whether or not the decorative symbol is variably displayed and the display result of the decorative symbol, is referred to as a small symbol.

The variable display of the small symbol can be executed in parallel with the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the stop display of the small symbol can also be executed in parallel with the stop display of the decorative symbol. Here, unlike the decorative symbol, the small symbol does not include decorative information such as a character in either the variable display state or the stop display state, and is composed only of numbers which are identification information. Therefore, the small design is less decorative than the decorative design. Further, in the present embodiment, the odd small symbols are displayed in red (that is, the display color of the symbols constituting the probabilistic jackpot symbol) like the odd decorative symbols, and the even small symbols are the same as the even decorative symbols. It shall be displayed in blue (that is, the display color of the symbols constituting the non-probability change jackpot symbol). However, not limited to this, the small design may be displayed in a common display color (for example, a single color such as white or black) regardless of the design, unlike the decorative design. Then, the areas where the small symbols are variably displayed and stopped are designated as the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r from the left. Further, the hold display corresponding to the variable display in which the start condition is not satisfied and the active display corresponding to the variable display in which the start condition is satisfied are referred to as the variable display compatible display 17TM002, respectively.

First, when the first hold storage number is 3, a new start winning is generated in the winning ball device 6A (timing of T1 shown in FIG. 8-2), and the effect control CPU 120 executes the chance-numbered stop effect. (In this example, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed at the first fluctuation, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed at the second fluctuation, and the red odd number is displayed at the third fluctuation. It is assumed that it is decided to stop and display the combination of symbols). Further, at this time, 4 is set as the value of the look-ahead counter based on the fact that the first reserved storage number is 4. That is, the value of the look-ahead counter indicates the remaining variable display number of times until the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect is executed.

When the variable display of the special symbol by the special symbol display device that was executed at the time of the start winning of T1 is completed and the display result is stopped and displayed, the game control microcomputer 100 displays the display result of the special symbol as an effect control command. A symbol confirmation designation command for designating that has been confirmed is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120. The effect control CPU 120 performs a predetermined combination of decorative symbols for a certain period of time in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command (and in response to the elapse of the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command). (For example, a symbol confirmation stop period of 0.6 seconds) Confirmation stop.

The effect control CPU 120 responds to the reception of the variable pattern command when the variable display of the special symbol by the special symbol display device is started from the game control microcomputer 100, and the display result of the variable display. As shown in FIG. 8-3 (1), the image display device 5 responds to the reception of the display result specification command for specifying (whether or not a jackpot is achieved and the jackpot type when a jackpot is achieved). The variable display of the next decorative symbol and the variable display of the small symbol are started, and the number of hold displays (hold display among the variable display compatible display 17TM002) is changed from 4 according to the reception of the hold storage number subtraction specification command. The value is reduced to 3 and the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 4 to 3 (timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8).

FIG. 8-3 (1) is a variable display of decorative symbols (started at the timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. It shows the state in which the first change) is being executed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the first variation started at the timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. ..

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-3 (2). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "2" which is a blue even symbol including the character "B") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "F"). The number "6"), which is a blue even-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (3), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T3 shown in FIG. 8-2). The first chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (number "4" which is a blue even number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. That is, the combination of the blue even-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "2, 4, 6" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 changes the background image 17TM010 displayed on the image display device 5 into a vertically long background image 17TM010a by compressing the background image 17TM010 from the left and right. Correspondingly, the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the characters and numbers displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5R is changed to the decorative symbol 17TM001a including only the numbers without the characters. At this time, the middle symbol (“4” in this example) constituting the chance eye is also a decorative symbol 17TM001a consisting only of numbers without including the character. The decorative symbol 17TM001a after the change is in a mode in which the decorative symbol 17TM001 before the change is compressed from the left and right and stretched vertically. That is, the decorative design 17TM001a has lower visibility than the decorative design 17TM001 because it does not include characters and is deformed so that the number portion has a narrower width and is stretched and displayed vertically. ing. Further, the decorative symbol 17TM001a after the change has a narrower display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval between the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is reduced) as compared with the decorative symbol 17TM001 before the change, so that the visibility is visible. Is low. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes the first special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern in correspondence with the first chance stop effect.

In this way, when the chance eye stop effect as a suggestion effect is executed, the visibility of the decorative pattern is changed (in this example, the visibility is reduced by performing a deformation that compresses the decorative pattern from the left and right). By executing a special effect, it is possible to enhance the effect of the decorative pattern and improve the interest.

In addition, when the chance eye stop effect is executed, each decorative symbol constituting the chance eye is made to be a symbol consisting only of numbers not including characters so that the numbers in the decorative symbols are noticed. As a result, it is possible to emphasize to the player that the combination of decorative symbols constituting the chance eye (in this example, the combination of even-numbered blue symbols) is stopped and displayed, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 compresses the variable display compatible display 17TM002 as the hold display and the active display and the active display guide 17TM004 indicating the display position of the active display from the left and right in accordance with the change of the background image, and is vertically long. The mode is changed to the extended mode (variable display compatible display 17TM002a, active display guide 17TM004a). Here, the display interval of each display (hold display and active display) of the variable display compatible display 17TM002a after the change is narrower than that of the variable display compatible display 17TM002 before the change, and the layout is changed. In addition, the layout of each hold display has been changed in that it is displayed closer to the center of the screen than before the change. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes the first change effect of changing the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern in correspondence with the first chance stop effect. To do.

In this way, the layout of the information (background image 17TM010, variable display compatible display 17TM002, and active display guide 17TM004) displayed around the decorative pattern is changed when the chance eye stop effect as a suggestion effect is executed. By executing the change effect (changed to the background image 17TM010a, the variable display compatible display 17TM002a, and the active display guide 17TM004a, respectively), the effect of the effect can be improved and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the chance eye stop effect as a suggestion effect is executed, the decorative symbol itself is reduced by narrowing the display interval of the decorative symbol (reducing the interval of the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R). The layout of is changed. As described above, in the change effect, the effect of the effect can be further improved by changing both the layout of the decorative pattern itself and the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (3), the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("2", "4", and "6"), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C after the layout change. In 5R, each decorative symbol is oscillated. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (4), the effect control CPU 120 performs a special effect and a change effect in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T4 shown in FIG. 8-2). At the same time, the swing display of each decorative symbol in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "2", "4", and "6").

That is, the effect control CPU 120 ends the first special effect that reduces the visibility of the decorative symbol in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, and arranges the information displayed around the decorative symbol. End the first change effect to be changed. In this example, the background image 17TM010a displayed on the image display device 5 is returned to the background image 17TM010 in the state before the change, which is neither compressed from the left and right nor vertically long, and the decorative pattern 17TM001a is compressed from the left and right. Return to the decorative pattern 17TM001 in the mode before the change, which is not vertically elongated. Correspondingly, the decorative symbols (combination of "2", "4", and "6") that are displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R and consist only of numbers without characters are changed to characters. And a decorative pattern including numbers (a combination of character "B" and number "2", character "D" and number "4", and character "F" and number "6"). Therefore, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed, each decorative symbol becomes the decorative symbol 17TM001 including characters and numbers.

In addition, as the background image is returned to the background image 17TM010 before the change, the variable display compatible display and the active display guide are not compressed from the left and right and are not vertically elongated. The variable display compatible display 17TM002 in the mode before the change. And return to the active display guide 17TM004. In addition, when the display in which the display interval of the decorative symbol is narrowed (display in which the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R is reduced) is completed, the display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R) Will be as wide as before the execution of the special effect and the change effect.

By these display controls, the visibility of the decorative pattern is restored, and the layout of the decorative pattern and the information displayed around the decorative pattern is restored. In this way, before the decorative pattern is confirmed and displayed, the special effect of reducing the visibility of the decorative pattern is terminated, and the change effect of changing the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern is also terminated. Therefore, the visibility of the decorative symbol (and the visibility of the information displayed around the decorative symbol) when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed can be ensured, and the interest can be improved.

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the fluctuation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-3 (5), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. In addition to starting variable display of symbols and variable display of small symbols, the number of hold displays (hold display among variable display compatible display 17TM002) is reduced from 3 to 2 in response to receiving the hold storage number subtraction specification command. Then, the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 3 to 2 (timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8).

FIG. 8-3 (5) shows variable display of decorative symbols (started at the timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. It shows the state in which the second change) is being executed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the second variation started at the timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. ..

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-3 (6). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "4" which is a blue even symbol including the character "D") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "H"). The number "8"), which is a blue even-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (7), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T6 shown in FIG. 8-2). The second chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (number "6" which is a blue even number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. That is, the combination of the blue even-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "4, 6, 8" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 changes the background image 17TM010 displayed on the image display device 5 into the background image 17TM010a. Correspondingly, the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the characters and numbers displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5R is changed to the decorative symbol 17TM001a including only the numbers without the characters. At this time, the middle symbol (“6” in this example) that constitutes the chance eye is also a decorative symbol 17TM001a that does not include a character and consists only of numbers. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes a second special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern in correspondence with the second chance stop effect.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 changes the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the active display guide 17TM004 into the variable display compatible display 17TM002a and the active display guide 17TM004a, respectively, in response to the change in the background image. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes a second change effect that changes the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern in correspondence with the second chance stop effect. To do.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (7), the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("4", "6", and "8"), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C after the layout change. In 5R, each decorative symbol is oscillated. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-3 (8), the effect control CPU 120 performs a special effect and a change effect in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T7 shown in FIG. 8-2). At the same time, the swing display of each decorative symbol in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "4", "6", and "8").

That is, the effect control CPU 120 ends the second special effect that reduces the visibility of the decorative symbol in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, and arranges the information displayed around the decorative symbol. End the second change effect to be changed. In this example, the background image 17TM010a displayed on the image display device 5 is returned to the background image 17TM010 in the mode before the change, and the decorative symbol 17TM001a is returned to the decorative symbol 17TM001 in the mode before the change. Correspondingly, the decorative symbols (combination of "4", "6", and "8") that are displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R and are composed only of numbers without characters are changed to characters. And a decorative pattern including numbers (a combination of character "D" and number "4", character "F" and number "6", and character "H" and number "8"). Therefore, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed, each decorative symbol becomes the decorative symbol 17TM001 including characters and numbers.

Further, as the background image is returned to the background image 17TM010 before the change, the variable display compatible display and the active display guide are also returned to the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the active display guide 17TM004 in the mode before the change. In addition, when the display in which the display interval of the decorative symbol is narrowed (display in which the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R is reduced) is completed, the display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R) Will be as wide as before the execution of the special effect and the change effect.

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the variation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-4 (9), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. Variable display of symbols and variable display of small symbols are started, and the number of hold displays (hold display among variable display compatible display 17TM002) is reduced from 2 to 1 in response to receiving the hold storage number subtraction specification command. Then, the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 2 to 1 (timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8).

FIG. 8-4 (9) shows the variable display of the decorative symbol (started at the timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. It shows the state in which the third change) is being executed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the third variation started at the timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. ..

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-4 (10). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "3" which is a red odd number symbol including the character "C") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "G"). The number "7"), which is a red odd-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (11), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T9 shown in FIG. 8-2). The third chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (number "5" which is a red odd number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. That is, the combination of the red odd-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "3, 5, 7" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 changes the background image 17TM010 displayed on the image display device 5 into the background image 17TM010a. Correspondingly, the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the characters and numbers displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5R is changed to the decorative symbol 17TM001a including only the numbers without the characters. At this time, the middle symbol (“5” in this example) that constitutes the chance eye is also the decorative symbol 17TM001a that does not include the character and consists only of numbers. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes a third special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern in correspondence with the third chance eye stop effect.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 changes the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the active display guide 17TM004 into the variable display compatible display 17TM002a and the active display guide 17TM004a, respectively, in response to the change in the background image. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes a third change effect that changes the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern in correspondence with the third chance stop effect. To do.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (11), the effect control CPU 120 receives a symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("3", "5", and "7"), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C after the layout change. In 5R, each decorative symbol is oscillated. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (12), the effect control CPU 120 performs a special effect and a change effect in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T10 shown in FIG. 8-2). At the same time, the swing display of each decorative symbol in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "3", "5", and "7").

That is, the effect control CPU 120 ends the third special effect that reduces the visibility of the decorative symbol in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command, and arranges the information displayed around the decorative symbol. Finish the third change effect to be changed. In this example, the background image 17TM010a displayed on the image display device 5 is returned to the background image 17TM010 in the mode before the change, and the decorative symbol 17TM001a is returned to the decorative symbol 17TM001 in the mode before the change. Correspondingly, the decorative symbols (combination of "3", "5", and "7"), which are displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R and consist only of numbers without characters, are changed to characters. And a decorative pattern including a number (a combination of the character "C" and the number "3", the character "E" and the number "5", and the character "G" and the number "7"). Therefore, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed, each decorative symbol becomes the decorative symbol 17TM001 including characters and numbers.

Further, as the background image is returned to the background image 17TM010 before the change, the variable display compatible display and the active display guide are also returned to the variable display compatible display 17TM002 and the active display guide 17TM004 in the mode before the change. In addition, when the display in which the display interval of the decorative symbol is narrowed (display in which the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R is reduced) is completed, the display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R) Will be as wide as before the execution of the special effect and the change effect.

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the variation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-4 (13), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. Variable display of symbols (variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect) and variable display of small symbols are started, and hold display (variable display compatible display 17TM002) is received in response to the reception of the hold storage number subtraction specification command. The number of (hold display) is reduced from 1 to 0, and the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 1 to 0 (timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8). The effect control CPU 120 can specify that the variable display, which is the target of the chance eye stop effect, is started based on the value of the look-ahead counter becoming 0.

FIG. 8-4 (13) shows variable display of decorative symbols (started at the timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. It shows the state in which the target fluctuation) is being executed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (target change started at the timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-4 (14). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "7" which is a red odd number symbol including the character "G") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "G"). The number "7"), which is a red odd-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed to bring it into a reach state. Then, with the establishment of the reach state, the characters "reach !!" are displayed on the upper part of the image display device 5. At this time, even though the reach state is established by the decorative symbol, the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r continue the variable display of the small symbol. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

(Example of continuing special production and change production even after the confirmation of decorative patterns is stopped)
In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-3 and 8-4 described above (referred to as the first example relating to the chance eye stop effect), the symbol is determined when the effect control CPU 120 is executing the special effect and the change effect. An example is shown in which when the specified command is received, the special effect and the change effect being executed are terminated and the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed ((3) and (4) in FIG. 8-3 and (7) in FIG. 8-3). And (8), and (11) and (12) in FIG. 8-4). Not limited to such a form, even if a symbol confirmation designation command is received while executing the special effect and the change effect, the special effect and the change effect may be continuously executed without being terminated.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-5 and 8-6 shown below (referred to as the second example relating to the chance eye stop effect), when the special effect and the change effect associated with the first chance eye stop effect are executed, the chance eye is obtained. Until the variable display, which is the target of the stop, is started, the special effect and the change effect are continuously executed without ending.

First, when the first hold storage number is 3, a new start winning is generated in the winning ball device 6A (timing of T1 shown in FIG. 8-2), and the effect control CPU 120 executes the chance-numbered stop effect. (In this example, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed at the first fluctuation, the combination of blue even-numbered symbols is stopped and displayed at the second fluctuation, and the red odd number is displayed at the third fluctuation. It is assumed that it is decided to stop and display the combination of symbols). Further, at this time, 4 is set as the value of the look-ahead counter based on the fact that the first reserved storage number is 4.

When the variable display of the special symbol by the special symbol display device executed at the time of the start winning of T1 is completed and the display result is stopped and displayed, the game control microcomputer 100 issues a symbol confirmation designation command as an effect control command. It is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120. The effect control CPU 120 performs a predetermined combination of decorative symbols for a certain period of time in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command (and in response to the elapse of the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command). (For example, a symbol confirmation stop period of 0.6 seconds) Confirmation stop.

The effect control CPU 120 receives a display result designation command in response to receiving a variation pattern command when the variable display of the special symbol by the special symbol display device is started from the game control microcomputer 100. In response to this, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (1), the image display device 5 starts the variable display of the next decorative symbol and the variable display of the small symbol, and the hold display (variable display compatible display 17TM002). The number of the hold display) is reduced from 4 to 3, and the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 4 to 3 (timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8).

FIG. 8-5 (1) is a variable display of decorative symbols (started at the timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. It shows the state in which the first change) is being executed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the first variation started at the timing of T2 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. ..

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-5 (2). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "2" which is a blue even symbol including the character "B") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "F" The number "6"), which is a blue even-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (3), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T3 shown in FIG. 8-2). The first chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (the number "4" which is a blue even number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. That is, the combination of the blue even-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "2, 4, 6" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 changes the background image 17TM010 displayed on the image display device 5 into a vertically long background image 17TM010a by compressing the background image 17TM010 from the left and right. Correspondingly, the decorative symbol 17TM001 including the characters and numbers displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5R is changed to the decorative symbol 17TM001a including only the numbers without the characters. At this time, the middle symbol (“4” in this example) constituting the chance eye is also a decorative symbol 17TM001a consisting only of numbers without including the character. The decorative symbol 17TM001a after the change is in a mode in which the decorative symbol 17TM001 before the change is compressed from the left and right and stretched vertically. That is, the decorative design 17TM001a has lower visibility than the decorative design 17TM001 because it does not include characters and is deformed so that the number portion has a narrower width and is stretched and displayed vertically. ing. Further, the decorative symbol 17TM001a after the change has a narrower display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval between the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is reduced) as compared with the decorative symbol 17TM001 before the change, so that the visibility is visible. Is low. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes the first special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative pattern in correspondence with the first chance stop effect.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 compresses the variable display compatible display 17TM002 as the hold display and the active display and the active display guide 17TM004 indicating the display position of the active display from the left and right in accordance with the change of the background image, and is vertically long. The mode is changed to the extended mode (variable display compatible display 17TM002a, active display guide 17TM004a). Here, the display interval of each display (hold display and active display) of the variable display compatible display 17TM002a after the change is narrower than that of the variable display compatible display 17TM002 before the change, and the layout is changed. In addition, the layout of each hold display has been changed in that it is displayed closer to the center of the screen than before the change. By performing such display control, the effect control CPU 120 executes the first change effect of changing the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern in correspondence with the first chance stop effect. To do.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (3), the effect control CPU 120 receives a symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("2", "4", and "6"), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C after the layout change. In 5R, each decorative symbol is oscillated. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (4), the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T4 shown in FIG. 8-2), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C The swing display of each decorative symbol in 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "2", "4", and "6").

Here, in the second example relating to the chance eye stop effect, unlike the first example, the effect control CPU 120 reduces the visibility of the decorative symbol in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command. The special effect of is continued without being terminated, and the first change effect of changing the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern is continued without being terminated. In this example, the changed background image 17TM010a (background image compressed from the left and right to become vertically long) displayed on the image display device 5 is continuously displayed without returning to the original background image 17TM010. .. Further, the changed decorative symbol 17TM001a (the decorative symbol in the form of being compressed from the left and right and extended vertically) is continuously displayed without returning to the original decorative symbol 17TM001. At this time, unlike the first example, the decorative symbols (“2”, “4”, and “6” displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, which do not include characters and consist only of numbers. (Combination of) is changed to a decorative pattern including characters and numbers (a combination of characters "B" and numbers "2", characters "D" and numbers "4", and characters "F" and numbers "6"). It is displayed continuously. Therefore, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed, each decorative symbol remains the decorative symbol 17TM001a which does not include the character and is composed only of numbers.

Further, as the background image is continuously displayed as the changed background image 17TM010a, the variable display compatible display and the active display guide are also the variable display compatible display 17TM002a and the active display in a vertically elongated manner compressed from the left and right. The display guide 17TM004a is displayed continuously. In addition, the display in which the display interval of the decorative symbol is narrowed (the display in which the interval of the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is reduced) will be continued. That is, when the change effect is executed, the variable display result of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed according to the layout after the change by the change effect.

In this way, even after the decorative design is confirmed and displayed, the special effect of reducing the visibility of the decorative pattern is continued, and the change effect of changing the layout of the information displayed around the decorative pattern is continued. Then, it is possible to continue the interest generated by the start of the special production and the change production.

Further, in the second example regarding the chance eye stop effect, when the display result of the decorative pattern is confirmed and displayed, the visibility of the decorative pattern is kept reduced (the special effect is continued). As for the small symbols, the visibility is not reduced as compared with the case where the special effect is not executed. That is, the display area (or display layer) of the small symbol is controlled so as not to be subject to the visibility reduction processing such as stretching. As shown in (4) of FIG. 8-5, when each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped) in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r, the special effect is not executed (for example,). Similar to the case shown in (4) of FIG. 8-3, each small symbol ("2", "4", and "6") is clearly visible.

In this way, when the display result of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed, it is possible to keep the visibility of the decorative symbol reduced, but not to reduce the visibility of the small symbol. Therefore, the player can easily grasp the variable display status of the decorative symbol and the display result of the decorative symbol through the small symbol. Due to the relationship between the decorative design and the small design, as shown below, even if the player adopts a production configuration that continuously reduces the visibility of the decorative design over a plurality of variable displays, the player decorates the decoration. There is no situation where it becomes difficult to confirm the display result of the symbol. As a result, it is possible to diversify the production mode of the special production, enhance the production effect of the production using the decorative pattern, and improve the interest.

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the variation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-5 (5), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. In addition to starting variable display of symbols and variable display of small symbols, the number of hold displays (hold display among variable display compatible display 17TM002) is reduced from 3 to 2, and the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 3 to 2. (Timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8).

In FIG. 8-5 (5), the variable display of the decorative symbol (the second variation started at the timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8-2) is executed in the state where the special effect and the change effect are continued. It shows the state. Therefore, the interval of the decorative symbols that are variably displayed is narrower than that when the special effect is not executed (for example, the interval shown in FIG. 8-5 (1)). At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the second variation started at the timing of T5 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. .. The interval of the small symbols that are variably displayed is the same as when the special effect is not executed (for example, the interval shown in FIG. 8-5 (1)), and is compared with the time when the special effect is not executed. Visibility has not deteriorated.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-5 (6). , The decorative symbol 17TM001a (blue even number "4") that does not include a character is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5L, and the decorative symbol 17TM001a (blue even symbol number "4") that does not contain a character is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5R. "8") is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (7), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T6 shown in FIG. 8-2). The second chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (the number "6" which is a blue even number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. At this time, the middle symbol (“6” in this example) that constitutes the chance eye is also a decorative symbol 17TM001a that does not include a character and consists only of numbers. That is, the combination of the blue even-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "4, 6, 8" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye. The effect control CPU 120 executes the second chance stop effect by performing such display control.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (7), the effect control CPU 120 receives a symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("4", "6", and "8"), and in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, respectively. The decorative design is oscillating. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-5 (8), the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T7 shown in FIG. 8-2), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C The swing display of each decorative symbol in 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "4", "6", and "8").

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the fluctuation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-6 (9), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. In addition to starting variable display of symbols and variable display of small symbols, the number of hold displays (hold display among variable display compatible display 17TM002) is reduced from 2 to 1, and the value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 2 to 1. (Timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8).

In FIG. 8-6 (9), the variable display of the decorative symbol (the third variation started at the timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8-2) is executed in the state where the special effect and the change effect are continued. It shows the state. Therefore, the interval of the decorative symbols that are variably displayed is narrower than that when the special effect is not executed (for example, the interval shown in FIG. 8-5 (1)). At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (the third variation started at the timing of T8 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed. .. The interval of the small symbols that are variably displayed is the same as when the special effect is not executed (for example, the interval shown in FIG. 8-5 (1)), and is compared with the time when the special effect is not executed. Visibility has not deteriorated.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-6 (10). , The decorative symbol 17TM001a (red odd-numbered symbol number "3") that does not include a character is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5L, and the decorative symbol 17TM001a (red odd-numbered symbol number "3") that does not include a character is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5R. "7") is stopped and displayed. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol is continued. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (11), the effect control CPU 120 stops and displays the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5 (the timing of T9 shown in FIG. 8-2). The third chance eye stop effect is executed by stopping and displaying the remaining decorative symbols (number "5" which is a red odd number symbol) constituting the chance eye in the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. At this time, the middle symbol (“5” in this example) that constitutes the chance eye is also the decorative symbol 17TM001a that does not include the character and consists only of numbers. That is, the combination of the red odd-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "3, 5, 7" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye. The effect control CPU 120 executes the third chance stop effect by performing such display control.

Here, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (11), the effect control CPU 120 receives a symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 in response to the stop display of the special symbol. Does not completely stop the left, middle, and right decorative symbols that make up the chance eyes ("3", "5", and "7"), and in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, respectively. The decorative design is oscillating. Further, until the symbol confirmation designation command is received, the variable display of the small symbol is continued in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r. That is, the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is oscillated, the small symbol display area 5c corresponding to the same symbol display area 5C, and the small symbol display area corresponding to the same symbol display area 5R. In 5r, the small symbol is continuously variably displayed without being stopped and displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (12), the effect control CPU 120 receives the symbol confirmation designation command (at the timing of T10 shown in FIG. 8-2), and the symbol display areas 5L and 5C The swing display of each decorative symbol in 5R is terminated, and each decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). At the same time, the variable display of each small symbol in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is terminated, and each small symbol is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped). The small symbol 17TM003 that is confirmed and displayed at this time is a combination of numbers that constitute each decorative symbol that is confirmed and displayed (in this example, a combination of "3", "5", and "7").

When the symbol determination stop period elapses, the effect control CPU 120 receives the variation pattern command and the display result designation command, and as shown in FIG. 8-6 (13), the following decorations are displayed in the image display device 5. The number of variable display of symbols (variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect) and variable display of small symbols is started, and the number of hold display (hold display of variable display compatible display 17TM002) is reduced from 1 to 0. The value of the look-ahead counter is updated from 1 to 0 (timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8). The effect control CPU 120 can specify that the variable display, which is the target of the chance eye stop effect, is started based on the value of the look-ahead counter becoming 0.

Here, the effect control CPU 120 executes control to end the continuous special effect and change effect when the variable display that is the target of the chance eye stop effect is executed. That is, the background image 17TM010a displayed on the image display device 5 is returned to the background image 17TM010 in the state before the change, which is neither compressed from the left and right nor vertically long, and the decorative pattern to be variably displayed is compressed from the left and right. It is a decorative pattern that does not extend vertically. Correspondingly, the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is the decorative symbol 17TM001 including characters and numbers. Therefore, when the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are confirmed and displayed, each decorative symbol becomes the decorative symbol 17TM001 including characters and numbers.

In addition, as the background image is returned to the background image 17TM010 before the change, the variable display compatible display and the active display guide are not compressed from the left and right and are not vertically elongated. The variable display compatible display 17TM002 in the mode before the change. And return to the active display guide 17TM004. In addition, when the display in which the display interval of the decorative symbol is narrowed (display in which the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R is reduced) is completed, the display interval of the decorative symbol (the interval of the symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R) Will be as wide as before the execution of the special effect and the change effect. By these display controls, the visibility of the decorative pattern is restored, and the layout of the decorative pattern and the information displayed around the decorative pattern is restored.

FIG. 8-6 (13) was started at the timing of variable display of the decorative symbol (at the timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8-2) in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. Indicates the state in which the target fluctuation) is being executed. At this time, since the special effect and the change effect have been completed, the visibility of the decorative pattern and the layout of the decorative pattern and the information displayed around the decorative pattern are before the special effect and the change effect are executed ( This is the same as (1) in FIG. 8-5. At this time, in the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r, the variable display of the small symbol (target change started at the timing of T11 shown in FIG. 8-2) is also executed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-6 (14). , The decorative symbol 17TM001 (character "G" including the character "G") is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5L, and the decorative symbol 17TM001 (character "G") containing the character is stopped and displayed. The number "7"), which is a red odd-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed to bring it into a reach state. Then, with the establishment of the reach state, the characters "reach !!" are displayed on the upper part of the image display device 5. At this time, even though the reach state is established by the decorative symbol, the small symbol display area 5l, the small symbol display area 5c, and the small symbol display area 5r continue the variable display of the small symbol. That is, the small symbol is also stopped in the small symbol display area 5l corresponding to the symbol display area 5L in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and in the small symbol display area 5r corresponding to the symbol display area 5R in which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. It is continuously variablely displayed without being displayed.

(A modified example of the chance eye stop effect)
(1) In the above embodiment, when the chance eye stop effect is executed, the first example in which the combination of decorative symbols composed of characters and numbers is confirmed and displayed, and the first example, which does not include characters and is composed only of numbers. The second example of confirming and displaying the combination of decorative symbols is described, but the effect pattern for confirming and displaying the combination of decorative symbols composed of characters and numbers, and the decoration consisting of only numbers without including characters. The jackpot expectation may be different depending on which effect pattern is used to execute the chance eye stop effect, the effect pattern for confirming the combination of symbols.

For example, as shown in FIG. 8-7, when the received variable category command indicates "non-reach out", the effect control CPU 120 has a "number" at a rate of 80% in the chance eye stop effect. The combination of decorative symbols composed of "only" is confirmed and displayed, and the combination of decorative symbols composed of "character + number" is confirmed and displayed at a rate of 20%. In addition, when the received variable category command indicates "out of super reach", the combination of decorative symbols consisting of "numbers only" is confirmed and displayed at a rate of 60%, and "is out of reach" at a rate of 40%. The combination of decorative patterns composed of "character + number" is confirmed and displayed. In addition, when the received variable category command indicates "super reach jackpot", the combination of decorative symbols consisting of "numbers only" is confirmed and displayed at a rate of 20%, and "super reach jackpot" is displayed at a rate of 80%. The combination of decorative patterns composed of "character + number" is confirmed and displayed.

(2) In the above embodiment, when the chance eye stop effect is executed, an example of increasing the visibility of the numbers by erasing the character is shown, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the chance eye stop effect is executed. At that time, the character may be displayed, but the darkness display may be performed to reduce the brightness of the entire character, thereby increasing the visibility of the number portion.

(3) Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-3 and 8-4, when the combination of the decorative symbol including the character and the number is finally confirmed and displayed in the chance eye stop effect, the character is temporarily displayed. The combination of decorative symbols that does not include only numbers is stopped and displayed in the center of the screen, the combination of decorative symbols is moved downward (lower part of the screen), and the combination of decorative symbols is moved above (upper part of the screen). An effect of causing a character corresponding to each decorative symbol to appear (for example, a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped in FIG. 9-13 described later) may be executed.

(4) Further, the effect control CPU 120 may display a special image so that the image including the area for which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed is difficult to see when the chance eye stop effect is executed.

FIG. 8-8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of displaying a special image when the chance eye stop effect is executed. FIG. 8-8 (1) shows a state in which the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5. In this example, the background image 17TM011 including the mountain image is displayed as the background image of the decorative pattern that is variably displayed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol in the symbol display area 5L, the symbol display area 5C, and the symbol display area 5R of the image display device 5, and as shown in FIG. 8-8 (2). , Decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character in the symbol display area 5L (number "2" which is a blue even symbol including the character "B") is stopped and displayed, and decorative symbol 17TM001 including a character is displayed in the symbol display area 5R (character "F" The number "6"), which is a blue even-numbered symbol including "", is stopped and displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (3), the effect control CPU 120 has the remaining decorative symbols (numbers “4” which are blue even symbols) constituting the symbol display area 5C of the image display device 5. ) Is stopped and displayed to execute the first chance stop effect. That is, the combination of the blue even-numbered symbols whose left, middle, and right decorative symbols are "2, 4, 6" is stopped and displayed as a chance eye.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 has a higher display priority than the background image 17TM011 displayed on the image display device 5 (the display layer is higher) and a lower display priority than the decorative symbol (the display layer is lower). ) The special image 17TM020 is superimposed and displayed on the area where the decorative symbol is displayed (design display area 5L, 5C, 5R). As a result, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (3), of the background image 17TM011, the portion (mountain image portion) whose display range overlaps with the special image 17TM020 becomes invisible due to the special image 17TM020. On the other hand, the decorative pattern is visible because it has a high display priority (the display layer is higher) in relation to the special image 17TM020. Therefore, from the player's point of view, it seems that the decorative pattern is displayed in the foreground, the special image 17TM020 is displayed in the layer behind it, and the background image 17TM011 is displayed in the layer behind it.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (4), the effect control CPU 120 ends the swing display of each decorative symbol in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in response to receiving the symbol confirmation designation command. Then, each decorative pattern is confirmed and displayed (completely stopped).

In this way, the special image 17TM020, which reduces the visibility of a part of the background image 17TM011 (mountain image portion), is displayed in the area where the decorative pattern is displayed (design display areas 5L, 5C, 5R). As a result, the visibility of the decorative pattern can be changed, and the effect of the chance eye stop effect can be further improved.

(5) In the above embodiment, an example is shown in which the suggestion effect is a chance eye stop effect as a look-ahead notice effect, but the suggestion effect is not limited to such a form, and the suggestion effect is a one-time variable display of a decorative pattern. During the period, after temporarily stopping (swinging) a predetermined pseudo-continuous symbol, the decorative symbol is variably displayed again (so-called re-variation effect is performed), so that the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed a plurality of times. It may be a temporary stop of a predetermined pseudo-continuous pattern in the pseudo-continuous production that makes it appear as if. For example, in one variable display period of a decorative symbol, the larger the number of times (the number of re-variations) that a predetermined pseudo-continuous symbol is temporarily stopped (swinged), the higher the expectation of a big hit. In such a configuration, a special effect that changes the visibility of the decorative symbol each time a predetermined pseudo-continuous symbol temporarily stops (swing stops), and information displayed around the decorative symbol and the decorative symbol. By executing the change effect that changes the layout of the above, it is possible to further improve the interest of the pseudo-continuous effect.

(6) In the above embodiment, an example of suggesting a big hit by a suggestion effect (chance eye stop effect) is shown, but the suggestion effect is not limited to such a form and suggests the development from normal reach to super reach. You can do it. For example, in a state where the normal reach is established, the special effect and the change effect may be executed when the special symbol suggesting the development to the super reach is stopped and displayed.

(7) In addition, when the combination of the decorative symbol that becomes a small hit and the combination of the decorative symbol that suddenly becomes a big hit are the same, when the small hit occurs, a special effect and a change effect are produced when the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. When the probability change big hit suddenly occurs without executing, the special effect and the change effect may be executed when the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. That is, a special effect and a change effect may be used to suggest whether the hit is a small hit or a sudden change big hit.

(8) Further, in the case of a probability variation jackpot, once the combination of even-numbered symbols that become doublet (for example, "2, 2, 2") is stopped and displayed, the combination of odd-numbered symbols that become doublet (for example, "2, 2, 2") is combined ( For example, a promotion effect that changes to "7,7,7") may be executed. In such a configuration, in the case of a non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot), when the combination of even-numbered symbols (for example, "2, 2, 2") that becomes doublet is stopped and displayed, a special effect and a change effect If the probabilistic jackpot is not executed, a special effect and a change effect are performed when the combination of even-numbered symbols (for example, "2, 2, 2") that becomes doublet is temporarily stopped and displayed in the promotion effect. You may try to do it.

(9) In the above embodiment, as a specific mode of the decorative symbol in the suggestion effect, an example of stopping and displaying a combination of blue even-numbered symbols or a combination of red odd-numbered symbols (so-called same-colored appearance) is shown. Not limited to such a form, for example, an even-numbered symbol or an odd-numbered symbol is stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5R, and a special symbol that is neither an even-numbered symbol nor an odd-numbered symbol is displayed in the symbol display area 5C. (For example, a pseudo-continuous symbol suggesting that re-variation is executed) may be stopped and displayed. In addition, a so-called misaligned state in which the decorative patterns are not aligned on the effective line may be used. For example, even-numbered symbols or odd-numbered symbols are stopped and displayed in the symbol display area 5L and the symbol display area 5C, and are displayed in the middle of the decorative symbols arranged in the variable display direction (vertical direction) in the symbol display area 5R. A blank portion (for example, a portion displayed as "・") may be stopped and displayed, and re-variation may be performed from such a misaligned state.

(10) In the above embodiment, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the degree of change in the visibility of the decorative pattern. For example, in the above example, the visibility is changed by compressing the decorative pattern from the left and right, but the expected degree of big hit may be different depending on the compression rate. For example, when the aspect ratio after the change is 5: 1, the expectation of a big hit is higher than when the aspect ratio after the change is 2: 1 (that is, the higher the degree of change, the higher the expectation of a big hit. You may do it. Further, the degree of expectation of a big hit may be different depending on which direction is compressed in the vertical direction or the horizontal direction. For example, when the compression is performed in the horizontal direction (when the decorative pattern becomes vertically long). The jackpot expectation may be higher than when it is compressed in the vertical direction (when the decorative pattern is horizontally long).

(11) Further, in order to change the visibility of the decorative pattern, the light emitting portion arranged around the decorative pattern may be made to emit light. Further, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the emission color at this time. For example, when the light emitting portion is made to emit light in a color similar to the decorative symbol (the decorative symbol is difficult to see), the jackpot expectation is high. May be higher. Further, the visibility of the decorative pattern may be lowered by a blackout effect that lowers the brightness of the entire screen, a whiteout effect that improves the brightness of the entire screen, or the like. Here, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the degree of decrease in brightness at the time of executing the blackout effect. For example, when the brightness is lowered to the minimum value, the jackpot expectation is set to be the highest. Is also good. Further, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the degree of improvement in brightness when the whiteout effect is executed. For example, when the brightness is improved to the maximum value, the jackpot expectation may be the highest. good.

(12) Further, in order to change the visibility of the decorative pattern, the entire image displayed on the screen is moved up and down or left and right at high speed to give an impression as if the image display device 5 itself is shaking. You may perform the effect to give. At this time, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the speed at which the image moves, the width of movement (sway width), and the like. Further, by tilting or rotating the entire image, it is possible to perform an effect that gives the impression that the image display device 5 itself is tilted or rotated. At this time, the jackpot expectation may be different depending on the angle at which the image is tilted and the rotation speed.

(13) In the above embodiment, an example of changing the layout of the decorative pattern, the background image, the hold display and the active display, and the active display guide is shown in the change effect, but the modification is not limited to such a form, for example. The layout of the hold display guides indicating the positions where the hold display should be displayed may be changed (for example, the width of each hold display guide is narrowed). In addition, when the decoration information is displayed below the decorative pattern, the decoration information may not be displayed in the change effect, and the display position of the decoration information may be moved above the decorative pattern. Is also good.

[Second form relating to feature 17TM]
Hereinafter, the second embodiment of the feature unit 17TM will be described with reference to the drawings. Although a pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and may be another gaming machine such as a coin gaming machine or a slot machine, and a game capable of playing a game. Any gaming machine may be used as long as it is a machine.

Hereinafter, a second embodiment of the game machine will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of the pachinko gaming machine P1 which is an example of the gaming machine will be described. FIG. 9-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine P1 as viewed from the front. FIG. 9-2 is a hit type table.

The pachinko gaming machine P1 is a gaming machine in which a gaming ball as a gaming medium is driven into the gaming area P7 to play a game. The pachinko gaming machine P1 is composed of an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape and a game frame that is openably and closably attached to the inside of the outer frame. Further, the pachinko gaming machine P1 has a glass door frame P2 formed in a frame shape which is provided on the gaming frame so as to be openable and closable. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanical parts and the like are attached, and various parts attached to them (game described later). It is a structure including a board P6). In the pachinko gaming machine P1, a gaming ball as a gaming medium is driven into a gaming area to play a game.

On the lower surface of the glass door frame P2, there is a ball hitting plate (upper plate) P3. Below the hitting ball supply plate P3, a surplus ball receiving plate P4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply plate P3, a hitting ball operation handle (operation knob) P5 for firing the hitting ball, and the like are provided. Further, a game board P6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame P2. The game board P6 is a structure including a plate-shaped body constituting the game board and various parts attached to the plate-shaped body. Further, on the front surface of the game board P6, a game area P7 is formed in which the driven game ball can flow down.

The member forming the surplus ball saucer (lower plate) P4 is formed in a stick shape (bar shape) at a predetermined position on the front side (for example, the central portion of the lower plate) on the upper surface of the lower plate body, and the player A stick controller P122 that can be gripped and tilted in a plurality of directions (front-back, left-right) is attached. The stick controller P122 is designated by a player performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operating finger (for example, the index finger) while the player holds the operating rod of the stick controller P122 with an operating hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button P125 (see FIG. 9-3) capable of instructing operation is provided, and a trigger sensor P121 (see FIG. 9-3) for detecting a predetermined instructing operation by pushing / pulling the trigger button P125 or the like inside the operation stick of the stick controller P122 (See Fig. 9-3) is built-in. Further, a tilting direction sensor unit P123 (see FIG. 9-3) for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operation stick is provided inside the main body of the lower plate at the lower part of the stick controller P122. Further, the stick controller P122 includes a vibrator motor P126 (see FIG. 9-3) for vibrating the stick controller P122.

On the member forming the hitting ball supply plate (upper plate) P3, for example, the player presses a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate main body on the front side (for example, above the stick controller P122) to perform a predetermined instruction operation. A possible push button P120 is provided. The push button P120 may be configured to be able to mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from the player. A push sensor P124 (see FIG. 9-3) that detects a player's operation action performed on the push button P120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button P120. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 9-1, the mounting positions of the push button P120 and the stick controller P122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, the mounting positions of the push button P120 and the stick controller P122 may be set to be closer to the left or right on the upper plate and the lower plate while maintaining the vertical positional relationship. Alternatively, the attachment positions of the push button P120 and the stick controller P122 may not be in a vertical positional relationship, but may be, for example, in a horizontal positional relationship. As the operating means, other operating means such as a lever switch and a jog dial may be provided.

Near the center of the game area P7, an effect display device P9 is provided as a display means capable of variable display (also referred to as variable display) of effect symbols as a plurality of types of identification information capable of identifying each. The effect symbol as the identification information is composed of numerical information (for example, numbers) as the first information and decorative information (for example, characters) as the second information. The display mode of the first identification information and the second identification information changes in response to the variable display. On the right side of the effect display device P9 in the game area P7, there is a first special symbol display (first variable display unit) P8a that variablely displays the first special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them. A second special symbol display (second variable display unit) P8b that variablely displays the second special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information capable of identifying each of them is provided.

Each of the first special symbol display P8a and the second special symbol display P8b is composed of a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variablely displaying numbers and characters. The effect display device P9 is composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD), and on the display screen, an effect symbol display area for performing a variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is provided. Be done. In the effect symbol display area, for example, a symbol display area for variable display of three decorative (effect) effect symbols, left, middle, and right, is formed.

Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol display P8a and the second special symbol display P8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol display (variable display unit). I have something to do.

In this embodiment, the case where two special symbol indicators P8a and P8b are provided is shown, but the gaming machine may include only one special symbol indicator.

Each of the first special symbol display P8a and the second special symbol display P8b is controlled by a game control microcomputer mounted on a main board (game control board). The effect display device P9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display P8a is executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect display is executed by the effect display device P9 along with the variable display, and the second special symbol display P8b is the second. (2) When the variable display of the special symbol is being executed, the effect display is executed on the effect display device P9 along with the variable display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

More specifically, in the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first starting condition or the second starting condition, which is the execution condition of the variable display, is satisfied (for example, the game ball is the first starting winning opening P13). Or, after passing through the second start winning opening P14 (including winning), the start condition of the variation display (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0, the variation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol). It is started based on the establishment of the state where the display is not executed and the jackpot game is not executed), and when the variable display time (variable time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. To do. It should be noted that the passage of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a pre-determined area such as a winning opening or a gate as a winning area, and the concept includes that the game ball has entered (winned) in the winning opening. Is. Further, the derivation display of the display result means that the symbol (example of identification information) is finally stopped and displayed.

When the jackpot display result (big hit symbol) as a specific display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display P8a, or when the jackpot display result (big hit symbol) as a specific display result is displayed on the second special symbol display P8b. When the derivation display is performed, the jackpot display result (combination of jackpot symbols) as the specific display result is also derived and displayed on the effect display device P9. When the specific display result is displayed as the display result of the variable display in this way, it is controlled to the specific game state (big hit game state) as an advantageous state in which an advantageous value (advantageous value) is given to the player.

Further, in the effect display device P9, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left and right middle symbols) continue for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol). It is stopped, rocked, enlarged / reduced or deformed while matching the combination of symbols), or multiple symbols are displayed in a variable manner in synchronization with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols are swapped. Then, the effect performed in a state where the possibility of a big hit continues before the final result is displayed (hereinafter, these states are referred to as a reach state) is called a reach effect.

Here, in the reach state, when the effect symbols stopped and displayed in the display area of the effect display device P9 form a part of the jackpot combination, the variable display of the effect symbols that are not yet stopped and displayed continues. It is a display state, or a display state in which all or part of the effect symbols are displayed in a variable manner in synchronization while forming all or part of the jackpot combination. In other words, the reach means a state in which the identification information constitutes a specific display result in a plurality of variable display areas, but at least a part of the variable display areas is in variable display. In this embodiment, the reach state is formed in a state in which the same symbol is stopped in the left and right symbol display areas and the symbol is not stopped in the middle symbol display area, for example. The symbols stopped in the left and right symbol display areas when the reach state is formed are called reach formation symbols or reach symbols.

The display effect in the reach state is the reach effect display (reach effect). In addition, during reach, unusual effects may be performed with lamps or sounds. This production is called reach production. In addition, at the time of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (effect symbol or the like)) can be displayed, or a display mode (for example, color) of a background image of the effect display device P9 can be displayed. ) May be changed. The change in the display of the character and the display mode of the background is called the reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that when it appears, a big hit is more likely to occur than in a normal reach. Such a special reach is called super reach.

Below the effect display device P9, a winning device having a first starting winning opening P13 is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening P13 is guided to the back surface of the game board P6 and is detected by the first starting opening switch P13a.

Further, below the winning device having the first starting winning opening (first starting opening) P13, a variable winning ball device P15 having a second starting winning opening P14 capable of winning a game ball is provided. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second starting opening) P14 is guided to the back surface of the game board P6 and is detected by the second starting opening switch P14a. The variable winning ball device P15 is opened by the solenoid P16. When the variable winning ball device P15 is opened, the game ball can win the second starting winning opening P14 (it becomes easier to win the starting winning), which is advantageous for the player. When the variable winning ball device P15 is in the open state, the game ball is more likely to win the second starting winning opening P14 than the first starting winning opening P13. Further, when the variable winning ball device P15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second starting winning opening P14. Therefore, in the state where the variable winning ball device P15 is closed, the game ball is more likely to win the first starting winning opening P13 than the second starting winning opening P14. In the state where the variable winning ball device P15 is in the closed state, it may be difficult to win a prize, but it may be possible to win a prize (that is, it is difficult for a game ball to win a prize). Hereinafter, the first starting winning opening P13 and the second starting winning opening P14 may be collectively referred to as a starting winning opening or a starting opening.

Above the second special symbol display P8b, there is a second special symbol holding storage display P18b composed of four indicators for displaying the number of valid winning balls entered in the second starting winning opening P14, that is, the second holding storage number. It is provided. The second special symbol hold storage display P18b increases the number of lit indicators by 1 each time there is a valid start prize. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display P8b is started, the number of lit indicators is reduced by one.

Further, above the second special symbol hold storage display P18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening P13, that is, the first holding storage number (holding memory is also referred to as starting memory or starting winning memory. ) Is provided as a first special symbol hold storage display P18a composed of four displays. The first special symbol hold storage display P18a increases the number of lit indicators by 1 each time there is a valid start prize. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display P8a is started, the number of lit indicators is reduced by one.

The game machine is a ball launching device (not shown) that drives a drive motor in response to the player operating the ball striking handle P5 and launches the game ball into the game area P7 by using the rotational force of the drive motor. ) Is provided. The game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area P7 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area P7, and then descends from the game area P7. When the game ball enters the first start winning opening P13 and is detected by the first start opening switch P13a, if it is in a state where the variation display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends and the first (1), the first special symbol display P8a starts the variable display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device P9 starts the variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning of the first starting winning opening P13. Unless it is possible to start the variable display of the first special symbol, the first reserved storage number is incremented by 1 on condition that the first reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

When the game ball enters the second start winning opening P14 and is detected by the second start opening switch P14a, if it is in a state where the variation display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends and the second 2), the second special symbol display P8b starts the variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device P9 starts the variable display of the effect symbol. That is, the variable display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to the winning of the second starting winning opening P14. Unless it is possible to start the variable display of the second special symbol, the second reserved storage number is incremented by 1 on condition that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value.

The effect display device P9 is used for decoration (for effect) during the variation display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display P8a and the variation display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display P8b. The variable display of the effect symbol as the symbol of. The variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display P8a and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device P9 are synchronized with each other. Further, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display P8b and the variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device P9 are synchronized with each other. Further, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display P8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display P8b, the effect symbol reminiscent of the jackpot on the effect display device P9. The combination of is stopped and displayed.

Further, at the lower position on the display screen of the effect display device P9, a hold storage display unit (total hold storage display unit) that displays the total number of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number (total hold storage number) is displayed. , Hold display area, not shown). In the total hold storage display unit, as the hold storage display, the number of hold storage images can be specified by, for example, the number of displayed images of a predetermined image (by displaying one hold storage image corresponding to each of the hold storage information). Specify the number of pending memories.) Is displayed. By providing the total hold storage display unit that displays the total number in this way, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that do not satisfy the start condition of the variable display. In each of the first special symbol hold storage display P18a, the second special symbol hold storage display P18b, and the effect display device P9, the light emitting display and the image display for indicating the number of hold storages are hold display or hold. It is called a memory display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-1, a special variable winning ball device P20 is provided below the variable winning ball device P15. The special variable winning ball device P20 is provided with an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display P8a and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display P8b. In the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) that occurs when is derived and displayed, the opening / closing plate is controlled to the open state by the solenoid P21, so that the big winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened. The game ball that has won the big prize opening is detected by the count switch P23.

In the jackpot game state, the special variable winning ball device P20 repeatedly continuously controls the open state and the closed state. In the repetitive continuous control, the state in which the special variable winning ball device P20 is open is called a round. As a result, repetitive continuation control is also called round control. In the present embodiment, a plurality of jackpot types are provided, and when it is decided to make a jackpot, one of the jackpot types is selected.

On the left side of the effect display device P9, a normal symbol display P10 for variablely displaying normal symbols that can identify each of them is provided. In this embodiment, the ordinary symbol display P10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, a 7-segment LED) capable of variablely displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the ordinary symbol display P10 is configured to display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9 in a variable manner. Further, the small display is formed in a square shape, for example.

When the game ball passes through the gate P32 and is detected by the gate switch P32a, the variable display of the display of the normal symbol display P10 is started. Then, when the stop symbol on the normal symbol display P10 is a predetermined symbol (hit symbol, for example, symbol "7"), the variable winning ball device P15 is closed a predetermined number of times and for a predetermined time, which is disadvantageous to the player. It changes from to an open state that is advantageous for the player. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display P10, a normal symbol hold storage display P41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate P32 is provided. Every time the game ball passes through the gate P32, that is, every time the game ball is detected by the gate switch P32a, the normal symbol hold storage display P41 increases the number of LEDs to be lit by one. Then, every time the variable display of the normal symbol display P10 is started, the number of lit LEDs is reduced by 1.

Further, an accessory P12 is provided above the effect display device P9. The accessory P12 is located between the game board P6 and the effect display device P9, and the position can be displaced by the accessory motor P17. The accessory P12 is usually located in a place that is difficult for the player to see, and moves to a position that is visible to the player when a predetermined effect is executed (for example, a position in front of the effect display device P9).

At the bottom of the game board P6, there is an out port P26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. Further, four speakers P27 for producing sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right upper parts and the lower left and right lower parts on the outer side of the game area P7. A frame LED (P28) provided on the front frame is provided on the outer periphery of the game area P7.

In addition, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter, also simply referred to as a “card unit”) that enables ball lending by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine P1 (not shown).

In the hit type table of FIG. 9-2, the jackpot probability after the end of the jackpot game state, the base after the end of the jackpot game state, the fluctuation time after the end of the jackpot game state, and the opening in the jackpot are shown for each type of hit in the jackpot. The number of times (number of rounds) and the opening time of each round are shown.

Specifically, in the big hit game state, after the special variable winning ball device P20 is opened, the end condition of the predetermined open state (a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed in the open state, or The closed state is set when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls is satisfied (opening end condition). Then, when the opening end condition is satisfied, the continuation right is generated, and the special variable winning ball device P20 is opened again. The generation of the right to continue is repeated until the number of times of opening in the jackpot game state reaches the predetermined upper limit of 15 rounds (final round).

Of the "big hits", the probabilistic state is a state in which after being controlled to the big hit gaming state, there is a higher probability that the special gaming state will be determined to be a big hit as compared with the normal state (normal gaming state that is not the probabilistic state). The type of jackpot that shifts to (an abbreviation for a probability fluctuation state, also called a high probability state) is called a "probability variation jackpot". Further, in the present embodiment, as the special gaming state, when the fluctuation time (variation display period) of the special symbol or the effect symbol is controlled to the time reduction state which is shorter than the non-time reduction state in association with the probability variation state. There is. It should be noted that the special gaming state may be controlled to a time saving state independently of the probability change state.

In this way, by shifting to the time saving state, the fluctuation time of the special symbol or the effect symbol is shortened, so that when the time saving state is reached, an effective start winning prize is likely to occur and a big hit game may be performed. Increase. Of the "big hits", the type of big hit that does not shift to the probabilistic state after being controlled to the big hit game state of 15 rounds is called "normal big hit".

Further, as a special gaming state, the frequency with which the game ball enters the variable winning ball device P15 is increased by increasing the frequency with which the variable winning ball device P15 is opened in association with the probability change state or the time saving state. It may be controlled to the electric chew support control state that facilitates (higher approach, higher frequency) winning of the variable winning ball device P15. Since the electric chew support control state is a high base state as described later, it is mainly referred to as a high base state in the following description.

Here, the electric chew support control will be described. The electric chew support control includes control that shortens the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (the time from the start of the fluctuation display to the derivation display of the display result) so that the display result is derived and displayed at an early stage (normal symbol shortening control), and the normal symbol. Control to increase the probability that the stop symbol will be a hit symbol (normal symbol probability variation control), control to lengthen the opening time of the variable winning ball device P15 (opening time extension control), and increase the number of times the variable winning ball device P15 is opened. Control (control to increase the number of times of opening) is performed. When such control is performed, the time ratio during which the variable winning ball device P15 is in the open state is higher than when the control is not performed, so that the winning frequency to the second starting winning opening P14 is high. Is increased, and it becomes easier for the game ball to start and win a prize (it becomes easier to satisfy the execution conditions of the variable display on the special symbol indicators P8a and P8b and the effect display device P9). As a result of this control, the frequency of winning the second start winning opening P14 increases, so that the gaming state in which the frequency of establishment of the second start condition and / or the frequency of execution of the variation display of the second special symbol increases.

The state in which the winning frequency to the second starting winning opening P14 is increased by the electric chew support control (high frequency state) is the ratio of the number of game balls paid out as prize balls according to the winning to the number of launched balls. Since the "base" is in a higher state than when the control is not performed, it is called a "high base state". When such control is not performed, it is called a "low base state". Further, such a control is a variable winning ball device P15, that is, a control that facilitates winning of the variable winning ball device P15 by supporting the winning with the electric tulip, and is called "electric chew support control".

In this embodiment, "high probability state (probability change state)" and "low probability state (non-probability change state)" are used as terms indicating a state of jackpot probability, and as a term indicating a combination of base states. , "High base state (electric chew support control state)" and "low base state (non-electric chew support control state)" are used.

Further, in this embodiment, as terms indicating a combination of the jackpot probability state and the base state, "low probability low base state", "low probability high base state", and "high probability high base state" are used. Use. The "low probability low base state" is a state indicating that the jackpot probability state is a low probability state and the base state is a low base state. The "low probability high base state" is a state indicating that the jackpot probability state is a low probability state and the base state is a high base state. The "high probability high base state" is a state indicating that the jackpot probability state is a high probability state and the base state is a high base state.

As shown in FIG. 9-2, as the 15-round jackpot, a plurality of types of jackpots, a normal jackpot and a probabilistic jackpot, are provided. The normal jackpot is a jackpot controlled into a non-probability change state, a time saving state, and a high base state (low probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds jackpot game state. In the normal jackpot, the condition that the non-probability state continues for a period until the next jackpot occurs, the time saving state and the high base state are executed a predetermined number of times that the fluctuation display is executed 100 times, and the next jackpot It continues for a period until the earlier condition, which is the condition until the occurrence of the above, is satisfied. In addition, the normal jackpot may be controlled so as to be a jackpot controlled in a non-probability change state, a non-time saving state, and a non-electric chew support control state (low probability low base state).

The probability variation jackpot is a jackpot in which control is performed to shift to a probability variation state, a time saving state, and a high base state (high probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds jackpot game state. In the probability variation jackpot, the condition that the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times of 100 times or the condition that the next jackpot occurs, whichever is earlier, is satisfied. Continue until you do.

FIG. 9-3 is a block diagram showing an example of a circuit configuration in the main board (game control board) and the effect control board. Note that FIG. 9-3 also shows the payout control board P37 and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to a game control means) 560 that controls the pachinko game machine P1 according to a program is mounted on the main board P31. The game control microcomputer P560 includes a ROM (P54) for storing a program for game control (game progress control), a RAM (P55) as a storage means used as a work memory, and a CPU that performs control operations according to the program. (P56) and the I / O port portion P57 are included. The game control microcomputer P560 is a one-chip microcomputer having a built-in ROM (P54) and RAM (P55). The game control microcomputer P560 also has a built-in random number circuit P503 that generates a hardware random number (a random number generated by the hardware circuit).

Further, the RAM (P55) is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means in which a part or all thereof is backed up by a backup power source created on a power supply board (not shown). That is, even if the power supply to the game machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM (P55) are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot supply power). Will be done. In particular, at least the data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (special symbol process flag, etc.) and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM.

Since the CPU (P56) of the game control microcomputer P560 executes control according to the program stored in the ROM (P54), the game control microcomputer P560 (or CPU (P56)) executes the control. (Or performing processing) specifically means that the CPU (P56) executes control according to a program. This also applies to the microcomputer mounted on a substrate other than the main substrate P31.

The random number circuit P503 is a hardware circuit used to generate a random number for determination for determining whether or not to make a big hit based on the display result of the variation display of the special symbol. The random number circuit P503 updates the numerical data according to the set update rule within the numerical range in which the initial value (for example, 0) and the upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and occurs at random timing. It has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data becomes a random number value based on the start winning time when the numerical data is read (extracted). Further, the game control microcomputer P560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data to be updated by the random number circuit P503.

Further, an input driver circuit P58 that gives a detection signal from the gate switch P32a, the first start port switch P13a, the second start port switch P14a, and the count switch P23 to the game control microcomputer P560 is also mounted on the main board P31. In addition, the output circuit P59 that drives the solenoid P16 that opens and closes the variable winning ball device P15 and the solenoid P21 that opens and closes the special variable winning ball device P20 that forms the big winning opening according to the command from the game control microcomputer P560 is also main. It is mounted on the substrate P31.

Further, the game control microcomputer P560 includes a first special symbol display P8a for variable display of special symbols, a second special symbol display P8b, a normal symbol display P10 for variable display of ordinary symbols, and a first special symbol hold storage. The display control of the display P18a, the second special symbol holding storage display P18b, and the normal symbol holding storage display P41 is performed.

The effect control board P80 is equipped with an effect control microcomputer P100, a ROM (P102), a RAM (P103), a VDP (P109), an I / O port unit P105, and the like. The ROM (P102) stores programs and data for effect control such as display control. The RAM (P103) is used as a work memory. The ROM (P102) and the RAM (P103) may be built in the effect control microcomputer P100. The VDP (P109) cooperates with the effect control microcomputer P100 to control the display of the effect display device P9.

The effect control microcomputer P100 is an effect control command for instructing the effect content from the game control microcomputer P560 via a relay board P77 that allows signals to pass in only one direction from the main board P31 to the effect control board P80. In addition to controlling the fluctuation display of the effect display device P9, the display of the frame LED (P28) provided on the frame side is controlled via the lamp driver board P35, and the sound output board P70 is used. Various production controls such as controlling the sound output from the speaker P27 are performed.

Further, the effect control CPU (P101) sends an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action to the trigger button P125 of the stick controller P122 is detected from the trigger sensor P121 to the I / O port unit P105. Input through the input port of. Further, the effect control CPU (P101) transmits an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the push button P120 has been detected from the push sensor P124 to the input port of the I / O port unit P105. Enter through. Further, the effect control CPU (P101) sends an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action to the operation rod of the stick controller P122 is detected from the tilt direction sensor unit P123 to the I / O port unit. Input is performed via the input port of P105. Further, the effect control CPU (P101) vibrates the stick controller P122 by outputting a drive signal to the vibrator motor P126 via the output port of the I / O port unit P105. Further, the effect control CPU (P101) drives the accessory motor P17 via a motor drive circuit (not shown) to operate the accessory P12.

FIG. 9-4 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. In FIG. 9-4, the type of random number, the update range, the use, and the addition condition are shown. Each random number is used as follows.

(1) Random R: A random counter for hit determination that determines whether or not to make a big hit. Random R is updated by 1 at 10 MHz, added and updated from 0, added and updated up to its upper limit of 65535, and then added and updated again from 0. (2) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (type, normal jackpot, or one of probabilistic jackpot) and jackpot symbol (for jackpot type determination, jackpot symbol determination). (3) Random 2 (MR2): Determines the type (type) of the fluctuation pattern (for determining the fluctuation pattern type). (4) Random 3 (MR3): The fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) is determined (for determining the fluctuation pattern). (5) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on a normal symbol (for determining a normal symbol hit). (6) Random 5 (MR5): Determine the initial value of random 4 (for determining the initial value of random 4).

In this embodiment, as the jackpot in the specific gaming state, a plurality of types of a normal jackpot and a probability variation jackpot are included. Therefore, when a big hit is determined based on the value of the big hit judgment random number (random R), the big hit type is one of these big hits based on the value of the big hit type judgment random number (random 1). Determined by type. Further, when the jackpot type is determined, the jackpot symbol is also determined at the same time based on the value of the jackpot type determination random number (random 1). Therefore, random number 1 is also a random number for determining a jackpot symbol.

Further, as for the fluctuation pattern, first, the fluctuation pattern type is determined by using the fluctuation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and any of the variation pattern types included in the determined fluctuation pattern type using the fluctuation pattern determination random number (random 3). Determine the fluctuation pattern. As such, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-step lottery process. The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. One or more fluctuation patterns belong to the fluctuation pattern type. The fluctuation pattern type is sometimes called a fluctuation type.

In this embodiment, the variation pattern is classified into a normal variation pattern type, which is a variation pattern type without reach, and a reach variation pattern type, which is a variation pattern type with reach.

Such a fluctuation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern type is different between the time saving state and the non-time saving state when the display result is out of order. When is, the fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the case where the time is not shortened. For example, in the time-saving state, the fluctuation time of a predetermined fluctuation pattern is set shorter than that in the non-time-shortening state in order to shorten the average time of the fluctuation time as compared with the non-time-saving state, or the fluctuation pattern type is the most variable. The rate at which the variation pattern type with the shortest time is selected is high, and even when the reach type is selected, the rate at which the normal reach variation pattern with the shortest variation time is selected among the variation pattern types is set to be high. By doing so, the average time of the fluctuation time becomes shorter than when the time is not shortened.

It should be noted that such a fluctuation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio differs depending on whether the number of reserved storages of each special symbol to be displayed fluctuation is equal to or more than a predetermined number and less than a predetermined number. When the number of reserved storages of each special symbol to be displayed in a variable manner is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, the holding number reduction control is executed in which the variable display time is shortened as compared with the case where the number of reserved storages of each special symbol is less than a predetermined number. You may try to do it. For example, in the hold number reduction control state, the rate at which the fluctuation pattern type having a short fluctuation display time such as the normal fluctuation pattern type is selected is set to be higher than in the hold number reduction control state. , The average time of the variable display time may be shortened as compared with the case where the hold number reduction control state is not performed. Further, in the hold number shortening control, the fluctuation display time itself of the fluctuation pattern type may be shortened even when the same fluctuation pattern type is selected as compared with the case where the hold number shortening control state is not performed.

Further, the variation pattern may be a one-step determination method in which the variation pattern is determined by one random number lottery, instead of a two-step determination method in which the variation pattern type is determined and then the variation pattern is determined.

FIG. 9-5 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. FIG. 9-5 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM (P54), and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal time (non-probability change time) jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state, that is, a non-probability change state) and a probability change time jackpot determination table used in the probability change state.

Each numerical value shown in the left column of FIG. 9-5 (A) is set as a jackpot judgment value in the normal jackpot determination table, and the right of FIG. 9-5 (A) is set in the probability variation jackpot determination table. Each numerical value described in the column is set as a jackpot judgment value. The jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at the time of probability change becomes the jackpot judgment value common to the jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at normal time (referred to as the jackpot judgment value at normal time or the first jackpot judgment value) at the time of probability change. Due to the addition of the unique jackpot judgment value, a larger number (10 times the number) of jackpot judgment values (referred to as the probability variation jackpot judgment value or the second jackpot judgment value) is set. .. As a result, it is determined that the probability change state is a big hit with a higher probability than the normal state.

The CPU (P56) extracts the count value of the random number circuit P503 at a predetermined time and compares the extracted value with the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number value is shown in FIG. 9-. If any of the jackpot determination values shown in 5 (A) is matched, it is determined to make a jackpot (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot) for the special symbol. The "probability" shown in FIG. 9-5 (A) indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit.

9-5 (B) and 9-5 (C) are explanatory views showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM (P54). FIG. 9-5 (B) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined using the hold memory (also referred to as the first hold memory) based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening P13 (variation of the first special symbol). This is the first special symbol jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) used for (when the display is performed). FIG. 9-5 (C) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined using the hold memory (also referred to as the second hold memory) based on the game ball winning the second start winning opening P14 (variation of the second special symbol). This is the second special symbol jackpot type determination table used for (when the display is performed).

When each of the first and second special symbol jackpot type determination tables of FIGS. 9-5 (B) and 9-5 (C) is determined to make the variation display result a jackpot symbol, Based on the random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type, the jackpot type is determined to be either "normal jackpot" or "probability variable jackpot", and is referred to for determining the jackpot symbol.

In the first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (B), the numerical values to be compared with the value of random 1 and the determination values (big hits) corresponding to the "normal jackpot" and the "probability variation jackpot" respectively. Type judgment value) is set. In the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (C), the numerical value compared with the value of random 1 and the determination value (big hit) corresponding to each of "normal jackpot" and "probability variation jackpot". Type judgment value) is set.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-5 (B) and 9-5, the jackpot type determination value is also used as a determination value (big hit symbol determination value) for determining the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Be done. The determination value corresponding to the "normal jackpot" is also set as the determination value corresponding to "3" of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to the "probability variation jackpot" is also set as the determination value corresponding to "7" of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

Using the jackpot type determination table, the CPU (P56) determines as the jackpot type the type corresponding to the jackpot type determination value in which the random 1 value matches, and as the jackpot symbol, the jackpot in which the random 1 value matches. Determine the design. As a result, the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type are determined at the same time.

The first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (B) and the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (C) have the same ratio determined for the probability variation jackpot. In such a case, it is not necessary to divide the jackpot type determination table between the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Further, as the jackpot type, when the jackpot type is selected from a plurality of types of jackpots having different maximum number of rounds in the jackpot game state, the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (C) is used. It may be set so that the ratio of selecting the jackpot type having a large number of rounds is higher than that of the first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 9-5 (B). In this way, in a high base state, the selection of the type of jackpot is advantageous for the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 9-5 (C) has a higher rate of determination of probability variation jackpot than the first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 9-5 (B). You may. By doing so, the rate of the probability variation jackpot can be made higher in the variation display of the second special symbol than in the variation display of the first special symbol. Further, the first special symbol jackpot type determination table may have a higher rate of determination of the probability variation jackpot than the second special symbol jackpot type determination table.

Next, the variation pattern table used for selecting and determining the variation pattern of the special symbol and the effect symbol in the game control microcomputer P560 will be described with reference to FIGS. 9-6. FIG. 9-6 is a diagram showing a variation pattern table used for determining the variation pattern in a tabular format.

In FIGS. 9-6, (a) shows a table for determining when the normal state is out, and FIG. 9-6 shows the table for determining when the time saving state is out. Further, (c) shows a normal jackpot determination table, and (d) shows a probability variation jackpot determination table. Each determination table of FIGS. 9-6 (a) to 9-6 is stored in the ROM (P54), is selected according to the gaming state, and is used for determining (determining) the variation pattern type and the variation pattern. Be done.

The determination table shown in FIG. 9-6 is a variation pattern type determination table showing the relationship between the random 2 and the variation pattern type, and a variation pattern determination table showing the relationship between the random 3 and the variation pattern belonging to each type for each variation pattern type. And include.

In the "variation pattern type" or "variation pattern" column in each table of FIG. 9-6, "normal" or "normal variation" indicates a normal variation pattern that does not reach.

Further, the "normal reach" in each table of FIG. 9-6 shows a fluctuation pattern of the normal reach that does not perform a particularly flashy effect when the reach state is reached. "Super reach" (SP reach) indicates a variation pattern in which a reach effect is performed by displaying a special effect image when the reach state is reached.

Further, as described above, "super reach" is a fluctuation pattern in which the ratio of selection when a big hit is made is higher than that of "normal reach", and the reliability of the big hit is high. Further, the "super reach" is a fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time is longer than that of the "normal reach" (for example, the normal reach is 10 seconds and the super reach is 50 to 80 seconds). In addition, four types of fluctuation patterns are set for the super reach, and the degree of expectation of a big hit (a big hit) is such that the first super reach <the second super reach <the third super reach <the fourth super reach. (Possibility) is high.

The "expectation degree" is a concept including an expectation degree for a big hit, an expectation degree for a probability change, and the like. Specifically, the degree of expectation for a big hit (also referred to as reliability) is the degree of expectation (the ratio of a big hit) that becomes a big hit when each reach fluctuation pattern is selected. For example, the reach fluctuation is performed 100 times. If the jackpot is 60 times, the expectation for the jackpot is 60% (the appearance rate (probability) of the jackpot is 60%). The degree of expectation for probabilistic change means the degree of expectation (ratio of probable change) to shift to the probable change state.

The fluctuation pattern shown in the deviation determination table is a fluctuation pattern in which the final display result of the fluctuation display is the display result of "off". The fluctuation pattern shown in the normal jackpot determination table is a fluctuation pattern in which the final display result of the fluctuation display is the display result of "normal jackpot". The fluctuation pattern shown in the probability variation jackpot determination table is a fluctuation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display is the display result of "probability variation jackpot".

Based on this information, for example, the fluctuation pattern of "4th super reach (80 seconds)" shown in the column of "variation pattern" in FIG. Is the fourth superreach variation pattern executed in 80 seconds.

In the table of FIG. 9-6, the columns described as "random 2 range" and "variation pattern type" serve as a variation pattern type determination table section showing the relationship between "random 2 range" and "variation pattern type". This is a column showing the function. For example, taking FIG. 9-6 (a) as an example, all the values of random 2 (1-251) are set for each of a plurality of fluctuation pattern types such as "normal", "normal reach", and "super reach". Is divided into multiple numerical ranges and assigned. For example, in FIG. 9-6 (a) as an example, the value of random 2 extracted at a predetermined timing is one of the determination values assigned to 140 to 229 among the random values of 1 to 251. If they match, it is determined that the variation pattern type is "normal reach".

Further, in the table of FIG. 9-6, the columns described as "random 3 range" and "variation pattern" function as a fluctuation pattern determination table unit showing the relationship between the "random 3 range" and the "variation pattern". It is a column indicating. The fluctuation patterns shown corresponding to each type of the fluctuation pattern type determination table are the fluctuation patterns belonging to each type. For example, taking FIG. 9-6 (a) as an example, the fluctuation patterns belonging to the type of "super reach" are "first super reach", "second super reach", "third super reach", and It is the "fourth super reach".

All the values of random 3 (1-220) are divided into a plurality of numerical values and assigned to each of the plurality of fluctuation patterns corresponding to each fluctuation pattern type. For example, taking FIG. 9-6 (a) as an example, when it is decided to use the fluctuation pattern type of "super reach", the random 3 extracted at a predetermined timing is among the random values of 1 to 220. , If any of the determination values assigned to 1 to 70 is matched, it is determined that the fluctuation pattern of the "first super reach (50 seconds)" is obtained.

When the variation display result for the first special symbol or the second special symbol is out of alignment, the determination table is selected as follows in order to determine the variation pattern. When the variation display result is out of alignment in the non-time saving state, the out-of-time determination table in FIG. 9-6 (a) is selected. On the other hand, in the time saving state, when the variation display result is out of order, the time saving state out of time determination table shown in FIG. 9-6 (b) is selected. By using the determination tables of FIGS. 9-6 (a) and 9-6 (b), the reach ratio at the time when the normal state is out and the time saving state is out is constant regardless of the number of holdings.

When the variation display result for the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit regardless of whether the time is shortened or not, the determination table is selected as follows in order to determine the variation pattern. When the variation display result is a normal jackpot, the normal jackpot determination table shown in FIG. 9-6 (c) is selected. When the variable display result is a probabilistic jackpot regardless of whether or not the time is shortened, the probabilistic jackpot determination table shown in FIG. 9-6 (d) is selected.

In the time saving state out-of-time determination table of FIG. 9-6 (b), the fluctuation time of the normal fluctuation is set shorter than that of the normal state out-of-time determination table of FIG. 9-6 (a). Then, in the time saving state out-of-time determination table of FIG. 9-6 (b), the reach variation (including the normal reach variation and the super reach variation) is larger than that of the normal state out-of-time determination table of FIG. 9-6 (a). The ratio of normal fluctuations with short fluctuation time (non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation (variation that results in out-of-reach display without reaching)) is high, and the ratio of reach fluctuation with longer fluctuation time than normal fluctuation is low. The data is set so that

As a result, the rate of selection of fluctuation patterns with shorter fluctuation times is higher in the non-time saving state than in the non-time saving state (normal state), so that in the non-time saving state, the non-time saving state is selected. The fluctuation display is performed with a fluctuation time that is shorter on average than in the case of. By selecting the determination table in this way, the time saving state can be realized. Further, by setting the normal fluctuation so that the fluctuation time is shorter in the time-saving state than in the non-time-saving state, it is possible to shorten the pending digestion in the time-saving state.

In the judgment tables of FIGS. 9-6 (a) and 9-6 (b), which are selected when the data is out of alignment, the selection ratio of the reach type is selected in a high-low relationship such that normal reach> super reach. Data is set in. On the other hand, in the judgment tables of FIGS. 9-6 (c) and 9-6 (d), which are selected when a big hit occurs, the selection ratio of the reach type is selected in a high-low relationship such that normal reach <super reach. The data is set to be. As a result, when a big hit occurs, the ratio of the reach effect of the super reach (the ratio of the reach effect of the super reach when the reach is selected) is higher than that of the case of the loss, so that the reach of the super reach is increased. By producing the effect, the player's expectation can be increased.

Further, the determination table of FIG. 9-6 (d) selected when the probability variation jackpot is obtained among the jackpots is compared with the determination table of FIG. 9-6 (c) selected when the jackpot is a normal jackpot. Therefore, the data is set so that the ratio of the type of super reach effect selected to the normal reach is high. As a result, when it becomes a probabilistic jackpot, the ratio of the reach effect of the super reach (the proportion occupied by the reach effect of the super reach when the reach is selected) is higher than that of the normal jackpot. By performing the reach production of the reach, it is possible to raise the expectation of the player for the probable change jackpot.

In addition, such a fluctuation pattern is when the total reserved storage number (total value) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol to be variable-displayed is a predetermined number or more (for example, the total reserved storage number is 3 or more). By setting the selection ratio to be different depending on whether the number is less than the predetermined number, when the total number of reserved storages is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the fluctuation time is compared with the case where the total number of reserved storages is less than the predetermined number. May be executed to reduce the number of holds. However, even under the condition that the hold number shortening control is executed (for example, the total number of hold storages is 3 or more), the expectation for reach is maintained by keeping the ratio of reach (including normal reach and super reach) constant. Further, it is also possible to execute the hold number time reduction control so that the fluctuation time is not shortened only in the super reach among the reach. Further, the hold number time reduction control may be feasible by making the normal fluctuation with a short fluctuation time selected at a high rate, or may be feasible by shortening the fluctuation time of each fluctuation pattern itself. The combination may be used.

FIG. 9-7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer P560. In the game control microcomputer P560, as shown in FIG. 9-7, various effect control commands are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer P100 according to the game control state.

The main commands in FIG. 9-7 will be described. The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variablely displayed on the effect display device P9 in response to the variation display of the special symbol (corresponding to each variation pattern XX). ). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each of the usable fluctuation patterns as shown in FIG. 9-6, there is a fluctuation pattern command corresponding to each of the fluctuation patterns specified by the number. "(H)" indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for designating the fluctuation start. Therefore, when the effect control CPU (P101) receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device P9 controls to start the variable display of the effect symbol.

The commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H) are display result designation commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the big hit type.

The command 8D01 (H) is a first symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the first special symbol is started. The command 8D02 (H) is a second symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the second special symbol is started. The command 8F00 (H) is a command (symbol confirmation designation command) for designating the end of the variation of the first and second special symbols.

The commands A001 to A002 (H) are jackpot start designation commands for designating the start of the jackpot game state for each jackpot type (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

The command A1XX (H) is a designated command indicating that the large winning opening is open for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is a designated command after opening the large winning opening, which indicates after opening (closing) the large winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

The commands A301 to A302 (H) are jackpot end designation commands for designating the end of the jackpot game state for each type of jackpot (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

The command A401 (H) is a first start prize designation command for designating that there was a first start prize. The command A402 (H) is a second start prize designation command that specifies that there was a second start prize.

The command B000 (H) is a normal state specification command that specifies that the game state is a normal state (low probability state). The command B001 (H) is a time saving state designation command for designating that the gaming state is the time saving state (high base state). The command B002 (H) is a probability change state designation command that specifies that the game state is a probability change state (high probability state).

The command C0XX (H) is a total hold storage number designation command indicating the total hold storage number. The command C100 (H) is a total hold storage number subtraction designation command indicating that the total hold storage number is subtracted by 1. In this embodiment, the total reserved memory number designation command is executed when the game ball starts winning the game ball to the first starting winning opening P13 or the second starting winning opening P14 (for example, when executing the start opening switch passing process described later). , Is sent to the effect control microcomputer P100. Further, the total hold storage number subtraction designation command is sent to the effect control microcomputer P100 at the start of the variation display (for example, when the special symbol variation display processing process described later is executed). The total hold storage specification command and the hold storage number subtraction specification command may also be used. For example, the total hold storage number specification command may be used as a command that can specify the hold storage number after subtraction. It should be noted that the effect control microcomputer P100 sends a command capable of specifying the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number, respectively, not as the total reserved storage number, and the effect control microcomputer P100 transmits the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number. The total value of and may be specified as the total number of pending storages.

The command C2XX (H) and the command C3XX (H) are the results of winning judgments such as jackpot determination, jackpot type determination, and variation pattern type determination at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening P13 or the second starting winning opening P14. This is an effect control command that indicates the content. Of these, the command C2XX (H) is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not a jackpot will be achieved and the determination result of the type of jackpot among the winning determination results. Further, the command C3XX (H) is a variation type command indicating a determination result (determination result of the variation pattern type) of which determination value range the value of the random number for determination of the variation pattern type falls within the determination result at the time of winning. Is.

In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer P560 determines whether or not the jackpot is a big hit, the type of the jackpot, and the range of the random number for determining the variation pattern type at the time of starting winning. .. Then, a value for designating a jackpot and a value for designating the type of jackpot are set in the EXT data of the symbol designation command, and control is performed to transmit the value to the effect control microcomputer P100. A value that specifies a range of determination values as a determination result of the variation pattern type is set in the EXT data of the variation type command, and control is performed to transmit the value to the effect control microcomputer P100. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer P100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit and the type of the big hit at the time of starting winning, based on the value set in the symbol designation command. The fluctuation pattern type can be recognized based on the fluctuation type command.

Next, a configuration example of an area (holding storage buffer) for storing data such as random numbers (holding storage data) corresponding to the holding storage on the game control microcomputer P560 side will be described. The hold storage buffer is provided in the RAM (P55).

In the first hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first hold storage number is secured. Further, in the second hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the second hold storage number is secured. In the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, a random number for determining a jackpot, which is a hardware random number (random R), a random number for determining a jackpot type, which is a software random number (random 1), and a random number for determining a variable pattern type. (Random 2) and a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern (random number 3) are stored.

Based on the winning of the first starting winning opening P13 or the second starting winning opening P14, the CPU (P56) extracts such random values from the random number circuit P503 and the random counter for generating software random numbers, and they Is stored (stored) in the storage area of the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer. Specifically, these random values are extracted and stored in the first hold storage buffer based on the winning of the first starting winning opening P13. Further, these random values are extracted and stored in the second hold storage buffer based on the winning of the second starting winning opening P14.

The storage of information regarding the start winning prize as described above in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer may be indicated as "hold storage". The variation pattern type determination random number (random 2) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are not extracted at the time of starting winning and stored in advance in the storage area, but are described later in the variation pattern setting process (special). It may be extracted at the start of fluctuation of the symbol).

As will be described later, the data stored in the hold storage buffer in this way is read at the start winning prize and used for the look-ahead notice effect, and is read at the start of the variable display and used for the variable display.

When there is a start prize in the first start prize opening P13 or the second start prize opening P14, it is called a symbol designation command, a variation type command, a first (second) start prize designation command, and a total pending memory number designation command. Such a command indicating the determination result of the start winning determination process is transmitted from the main board P31 to the effect control board P80. In the start winning command reception command buffer provided in the RAM (P103) of the effect control microcomputer P100, the received symbol designation command, variation type command, first (second) start winning designation command, and total hold storage are stored. A storage area for storing data that can identify the received command is secured so that various commands such as a number specification command can be stored in association with each other.

In this embodiment, the effect control pattern of the effect symbol performed corresponding to the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns, and the effect symbol variation display operation and reach. It is composed of data showing the control contents of various production operations such as the production display operation in the production and the like, or various production operations that do not involve the variable display of the production symbol. Further, the advance notice effect control pattern is composed of data indicating the control content of the effect operation that is the advance notice effect executed in response to the advance notice pattern in which a plurality of patterns are prepared in advance. The various effect control patterns are composed of data and the like indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine P1.

Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine P1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine P1, when the game control microcomputer P560 on the main board P31 executes a predetermined main process, a timer interrupt is periodically interrupted at predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) and the timer interrupt process is executed. By doing so, various game controls can be executed.

In the main processing, for example, necessary initial setting processing, initialization processing at normal time, game state recovery processing other than normal time, random number circuit setting processing (initial setting of random number circuit P503), random number update processing for display (variation pattern). Random number update processing for initial value (update processing for the initial value of the count value of the random number generation counter for normal symbol hit determination) and the like are executed.

FIG. 9-8 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU (P56) executes the timer interrupt processing of steps ST (hereinafter, simply referred to as “ST”) 20 to ST34 shown in FIG. 9-8. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power failure detection process for detecting whether or not a power failure signal has been output (whether or not it has been turned on) is executed (ST20). Next, the detection signals of the gate switch P32a, the first start port switch P13a, the second start port switch P14a, and the count switch P23 are input via the input driver circuit P58, and their states are determined (switch processing: ST21). ..

Next, the CPU (P56) includes a first special symbol display P8a, a second special symbol display P8b, a normal symbol display P10, a first special symbol hold storage display P18a, and a second special symbol hold storage display P18b. , A display control process for controlling the display of the normal symbol hold storage display P41 is executed (ST22). For the first special symbol display P8a, the second special symbol display P8b, and the normal symbol display P10, control to output a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in ST32 and ST33. To execute.

In addition, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each judgment random number such as a normal symbol hit judgment random number and a big hit type judgment random number used for game control is performed (judgment random number update process: ST23). .. The CPU (P56) further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: ST24, ST25).

Further, the CPU (P56) performs a special symbol process process (ST26). In the special symbol process process, the corresponding process is executed according to the special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol display P8a, the second special symbol display P8b, and the grand prize opening in a predetermined order, and the special symbol process is performed. The value of the flag is updated according to the game state.

Next, a normal symbol process process is performed (ST27). In the normal symbol process process, the CPU (P56) executes the corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display P10 in a predetermined order, and sets the value of the normal symbol process flag. Update according to the game status.

Further, the CPU (P56) performs a process of sending an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer P100 (effect control command control process: ST28). Further, the CPU (P56) performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability fluctuation information supplied to the hall management computer (ST29).

Further, the CPU (P56) executes a prize ball process for setting the number of prize balls based on the detection signals of the first start port switch P13a, the second start port switch P14a, and the count switch P23 (ST30).

In this embodiment, the RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU (P56) turns on the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. Outputs the contents related to / off to the output port (ST31: output processing).

Further, the CPU (P56) sets the special symbol display control data for performing the effect display of the special symbol according to the value of the special symbol process flag in the output buffer for setting the special symbol display control data. (ST32).

Further, the CPU (P56) sets the normal symbol display control data for performing the effect display of the normal symbol according to the value of the normal symbol process flag in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data. (ST33). Further, the CPU (P56) executes the effect display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display P10 by outputting the drive signal in ST22 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

After that, the interrupt permission state is set (ST34), and the process ends. With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is activated at predetermined time intervals.

FIG. 9-9 is a flowchart showing the special symbol process process (ST26). In the special symbol process process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display P8a or the second special symbol display P8b and the winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process process, the start port switch passage process is executed (ST312). Then, depending on the internal state, any of ST300 to ST307 is performed.

In the game control microcomputer P560, as described above, the RAM (P55) contains the hold storage data (first hold storage data) such as the jackpot determination random number obtained based on the start prize to the first start winning opening P13. ) Is stored in the first hold storage buffer, and the second hold storage data (second hold storage data) such as a random number for jackpot determination obtained based on the start prize in the second start winning opening P14 is stored. A storage buffer is provided. In each of these hold storage buffers, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit of the number of storages of each hold storage (4 in this example) is secured.

In the start port switch passing process, if the first start port switch P13a is turned on, the number of stored first reserved storage data is the number of stored data on condition that the first reserved storage number does not reach the upper limit value (for example, 4). Numerical data (for example, a random number for jackpot determination, a random number for determining a variation pattern type, and a random number for determining a variation pattern) are incremented by 1 from the random number circuit P503 or a counter for generating a software random number. Random numbers) are extracted, and the process of storing (storing) them in the storage area in the first hold storage buffer is executed. Further, the value of the total hold storage counter is increased by 1, and the process of storing (storing) the data indicating "first" in the hold specific area corresponding to the value of the total hold storage counter after the total is executed. On the other hand, if the second start port switch P14a is on, the second hold storage number is counted on the condition that the second hold storage number does not reach the upper limit value (for example, 4). The value of the hold storage counter is increased by 1, and numerical data (for example, a random number for jackpot determination, a random number for determining a variation pattern type, and a random number for determining a variation pattern) are extracted from the random number circuit P503 or a counter for generating a software random number. Then, the process of storing (storing) them in the storage area in the second hold storage buffer is executed. Further, the value of the total hold storage counter is increased by 1, and the process of storing (storing) the data indicating "second" in the hold specific area corresponding to the value of the total hold storage counter after the total is executed.

The processes of ST300 to ST307 are as follows. The special symbol normal process (ST300) is a process of determining whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit, and determining the type of big hit when the display result is a big hit. The variation pattern setting process (ST301) determines the variation pattern (determines the variation pattern using the random number for determining the variation pattern type and the random number for determining the variation pattern), and clocks the variation time according to the determined variation pattern. This is a process for controlling the start of timekeeping of the variable time timer for the purpose.

The display result designation command transmission process (ST302) is a process of controlling the transmission of the display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer P100. The special symbol changing process (ST303) is a process of advancing the process to the special symbol stop process when the variation time of the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern setting process elapses. The special symbol stop process (ST304) displays fluctuations on the first special symbol display P8a or the second special symbol display P8b when the passage of the fluctuation time corresponding to the determined fluctuation pattern is timed by the fluctuation time timer. It is a process of stopping and deriving and displaying the stopped symbol.

The large winning opening pre-opening process (ST305) is a process of controlling the opening of the large winning opening in the special variable winning ball device P20 according to the type of big hit. The processing during opening of the large winning opening (ST306) confirms the control of transmitting the effect control command for the round display effect during the big hit game state to the microcomputer P100 for effect control and the establishment of the closing condition of the large winning opening. This is a process for performing processing and the like. If the conditions for closing the large winning opening are satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the process proceeds to the large winning opening pre-opening process (ST305). When all the rounds are completed, the process proceeds to the jackpot end process (ST307). The jackpot end process (ST307) is a process of performing control for causing the effect control microcomputer P100 to perform display control for notifying the player that the jackpot game state has ended.

Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer P100 will be described. FIG. 9-10 is a flowchart showing an effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer P100 (specifically, the effect control CPU (P101)) mounted on the effect control board P80.

When the power is turned on, the effect control CPU (P101) starts executing the effect control main process. In the effect control main process, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing the timer for determining the effect control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (ST701). ). After that, the effect control CPU (P101) shifts to the loop process for monitoring the timer interrupt flag (ST702). When the timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU (P101) sets the timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. If the timer interrupt flag is set in the effect control main process, the effect control CPU (P101) clears the flag (ST703) and executes the following effect control process.

In the effect control process, the effect control CPU (P101) first analyzes the received effect control command, and data such as a flag capable of specifying what the received effect control command is. (For example, a process of storing data that can identify a received command in various command storage areas provided in the RAM (P103)) and the like (command analysis process: ST704). Next, the effect control CPU (P101) performs the effect control process process (ST705). In the effect control process processing, in order to perform various effects such as variable display of the effect symbol on the effect display device P9 according to the contents of the effect control command analyzed by ST704, the current control of each process according to the control state is performed. Select the process corresponding to the state (effect control process flag) and execute the effect control.

Next, the random numbers used by the effect control microcomputer P100 (SR1-1 for determining the left stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-2 for determining the middle stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1-3 for determining the right stop symbol of the effect symbol). Etc.) is executed (ST706) to execute a random number update process for updating the count value of the counter for generating. Each of such random numbers SR1-1 to SR1-3 is generated by the count of a random counter whose count value is updated by software, and each of them is cyclically updated within a predetermined range, and each of them is updated. It is used as a random number by being extracted at a predetermined timing.

Next, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the hold display in the hold display area (moving, erasing, etc. of the hold display) is executed (ST707).

By executing such an effect control main process, in the effect control microcomputer P100, the effect display device P9, various lamps, and the effect display device P9, and various lamps, according to the effect control command transmitted and received from the game control microcomputer P560. By controlling the effect devices such as the speakers P27L and P27R, various effect controls are performed according to the game state.

9-11 is a flowchart showing the effect control process process (ST705) in the effect control main process shown in FIG. 9-10. In the effect control process process, the effect control CPU (P101) executes the pre-reading effect process (ST700) for determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect and selecting the type of the pre-reading effect, and then the effect control process. Any of ST800 to ST807 is performed according to the value of the flag.

In the effect control process process, the following processes are executed. In the effect control process process, the display state of the effect display device P9 is controlled to realize the variable display of the effect symbol, but the control related to the variation display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also controlled by the second special symbol. The control related to the variation display of the effect symbol synchronized with the variation of is also executed in one effect control process process.

The pre-reading effect processing (ST700) is a process for determining pre-reading such as whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and determining the effect mode when executing the pre-reading effect. The look-ahead effect is a change in the special symbol based on the hold information (holding memory information) before the turn of the display (symbol change) of the special symbol arrives. It is a production technique that determines the content of the display and gives a notice at a stage before that what the variable display of the special symbol will be in the future. For example, when the hold information is a big hit, a big hit may occur later based on the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold information before the variable display by the hold information is executed. A kind of effect such as giving a notice is performed as a look-ahead effect. Hereinafter, the variable display based on the hold information targeted for the look-ahead effect is referred to as “target variable display”.

The variation pattern command reception waiting process (ST800) is a process of confirming whether or not a variation pattern command has been received from the game control microcomputer P560. If the variation pattern command is received, the process shifts to the effect symbol variation start processing.

The effect symbol variation start process (ST801) is a process for controlling the variation display of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) to be started. The effect symbol changing process (ST802) is a process for controlling the switching timing of each fluctuation state (fluctuation speed) constituting the fluctuation pattern. The effect symbol variation stop process (ST803) is a process of stopping the variation display of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) and controlling to derive and display the display result (final stop symbol) of the variation display.

The jackpot display process (ST804) is a process of performing display control such as control of displaying a fanfare effect for notifying the effect display device P9 of the occurrence of a jackpot after the end of the fluctuation time. The process during the round (ST805) is a process for controlling the display during the round. When the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round is not completed, the process proceeds to the round post-processing, and if the final round is completed, the process proceeds to the jackpot end process. The round post-processing (ST806) is a process for controlling the display between rounds. When the round start condition is satisfied, the process shifts to the processing during the round. The jackpot end effect process (ST807) is a process of performing display control in the effect display device P9 to notify the player that the jackpot game state has ended.

The effect control CPU (P101) is a ROM (P102) during a predetermined effect control period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display, and from the start of the big hit game state to the end of the big hit game state. ), The effect device (effect component) such as the effect display device P9 is controlled according to the process data set in the process table.

The process table is composed of process timer setting values and data in which a plurality of combinations of display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data are collected. In the display control execution data, data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variation time (variation display time) of the variation display of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) are described. Specifically, data related to the change of the display screen of the effect display device P9 is described. Further, in the process timer set value, the fluctuation time in the mode of fluctuation is set. The effect control CPU (P101) refers to the process table and controls the display control to display the effect symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data only for the time set in the process timer set value. Such a process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

[Identification information]
Next, the identification information used in the present embodiment will be described. In the present embodiment, the effect display device P9 variablely displays the effect symbols as a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them. The effect symbol as the identification information is composed of numerical information (numbers) as the first information and decorative information (characters) as the second information. The image showing the numbers as the first information and the image showing the characters as the second information are associated with each other on a one-to-one basis. The first information may be Chinese characters, English characters, predetermined marks, symbols, or the like. Further, the second information may be an effect display other than the character, and may be a decorative display that matches the motif of the first information.

FIG. 9-12 is a diagram showing the relationship between the first information and the second information. As shown in FIG. 9-12, "character A" is associated with the number "1", "character B" is associated with the number "2", and the number "3" is associated. "Character C" is associated with, "Character D" is associated with the number "4", "Character E" is associated with the number "5", and the number is associated with. "Character F" is associated with the number "6", "Character G" is associated with the number "7", and "Character H" is associated with the number "8". It is attached and the "character I" is associated with the number "9".

The identification information display patterns include a first display pattern that displays numerical information (numbers) without displaying decorative information (characters) and a second display pattern that displays numerical information (numbers) and decorative information (characters). Is provided. Numerical information (numbers) as the first information and decorative information (characters) as the second information change in the first display pattern or the second display pattern in the variable display, so that the display mode changes. ing. Changes in the display mode of the numbers as the first information and the characters as the second information in the variable display will be described below.

[About the display mode of variable display]
FIG. 9-13 is a diagram showing an aspect of variable display. In particular, FIG. 9-13 shows a display mode during shortening fluctuation. At the time of shortening fluctuation, all three symbols start to fluctuate all at once, and all the symbols stop fluctuating all at once within a short fluctuation time. On the other hand, at the time of normal fluctuation, the fluctuation of the three symbols starts all at once, and the fluctuation is stopped in the order of the left symbol, the right symbol, and the middle symbol. At the time of shortening fluctuation, the same symbol stop order as at the time of normal fluctuation may be used, or the symbols may start moving one by one at the start of fluctuation.

9-13 shows the passage of time in the variable display in the order of FIGS. 9-13 (a) to 9-13 (e). FIG. 9-13 (a) shows a display screen of the effect display device P9 at the start of fluctuation. The fluctuation start time shown in FIG. 9-13 (a) indicates a state in which the effect symbol is stopped and immediately before the fluctuation display is started. On the display screen of the effect display device P9, an effect symbol as identification information formed from numbers and characters is displayed. The effect symbol formed by the numbers and the characters is displayed in a wide display range with respect to the display screen of the effect display device P9. Further, among numbers and characters, the character has a wider display range.

The effect symbol formed by the numbers and the characters as shown in FIG. 9-13 (a) becomes only the numbers as the symbol action at the time of variable disclosure as shown in FIG. 9-13 (b). As described above, at the start of the fluctuation, after the effect symbol starts to fluctuate downward, the fluctuation display by the number, which is the first display pattern, is started. In FIGS. 9-13 (a) to 9-13 (b), after performing an operation at the start of fluctuation such as enlargement of the character, the characters are erased, and the numbers become larger than before the start of fluctuation and move downward. The variable display is executed only by the number of. FIG. 9-13 (c) shows a display mode of the effect symbol during fluctuation. The down arrow shows how the numbers are fluctuating downwards.

FIG. 9-13 (d) shows the symbol action when the variable display of the effect symbol is stopped. At the time of the fluctuation stop, the operation of stopping the three numbers fluctuating at high speed at the stop position in the center of the display screen is executed. After that, the three numerical symbols move downward from the stop position of the symbols. As a symbol action at the time of variable stop at this time, the characters B, C, and H press the screen of the effect display device P9 from the front so as to push down the symbol at the stop position shown by the dotted line in FIG. 9-13 (e). An effect that is displayed so as to pop out from the depth direction when viewed is executed. Along with the effect, the numbers are further moved downward and displayed in a reduced display mode.

After that, as shown in FIG. 9-13 (f), when the fluctuation is stopped, the effect symbol is displayed by the second display pattern composed of numbers and characters. Here, the display mode when changing from the second display pattern consisting of numbers and characters as the symbol action at the start of fluctuation to the first display pattern consisting only of numbers, and the first display consisting only of numbers as the symbol action at the stop of fluctuation. The display mode when changing from the pattern to the second display pattern composed of numbers and characters is different. For example, when the fluctuation starts, the character is enlarged and displayed forward and erased, and when the fluctuation is stopped, the character appears forward from the depth direction (rear) when the screen of the effect display device P9 is viewed from the front. The display mode differs depending on the movement of pushing down the number. In this way, numbers and characters can be preferably displayed.

The operation when the fluctuation is stopped differs depending on the characters A to I, but the operation when only the numbers are displayed at the start of the fluctuation may be common to all the symbols. In this way, at the start of the fluctuation, the three symbols start to move at the same time, so that the symbol actions can be unified and the appearance can be improved.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-13, the size of the numbers displayed by the second display pattern and the size of the numbers displayed by the first display pattern are different. For example, the size of the numbers displayed at the start or stop of the fluctuation displayed by the second display pattern has a smaller display range than the size of the changing numbers displayed by the first display pattern. In this way, at the start of the fluctuation or at the stop of the fluctuation, the player can pay attention to the display mode consisting of numbers and characters, and during the fluctuation display, only the numbers are used in a display range larger than that at the time of the stop of the fluctuation. By executing the variable display, it is possible to make it easier to recognize the transition of the effect symbol during the variable display, and it is possible to preferably display the numbers and the characters.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-13, as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, an effect of stopping the fluctuation display is executed by a pattern in which the character is displayed larger than the number by moving the number downward. In this way, the display mode when displaying the numbers and the characters can be made interesting, and the numbers and the characters can be displayed suitably.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-13, when the variable display is stopped, the display is performed so that the character appears wider than the display range of the numbers before the stop. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the discomfort when changing from the first display pattern to the second display pattern. Therefore, numbers and characters can be preferably displayed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-13 (d) and 9-13 (e), as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the effect is displayed so that the character pops out from the depth direction when the effect display device P9 is viewed from the front. Is executed. In this way, a powerful display using a character can be performed.

Further, there is a correspondence relationship between the numbers and the characters as shown in FIG. 9-12, and as shown in FIG. 9-13, the variable display is stopped in the pattern of displaying the characters corresponding to the numbers. By doing so, different characters will appear according to the numbers, so that the numbers and the characters can be preferably displayed.

[About the symbol display pattern when non-reach is off]
FIG. 9-14 is a timing chart of the symbol display pattern at the time of non-reach loss. The variation display shown in FIG. 9-13 is executed at the timing shown in FIG. 9-14. At time t0, the variable display is started (see FIG. 9-13 (a)). Then, the fluctuation start action is executed from time t0 to t1 (see FIG. 9-13 (b)). In the action at the start of fluctuation, the effect symbol consisting of numbers and characters is only numbers, and a fluctuation display in which the numbers move downward is executed. Then, during the period of T1, the variation display using only numbers is executed (see FIG. 9-13 (c)).

From t2 to t3 after T1, the symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped is executed (see FIGS. 9-13 (d) and 9-13 (e)). In the symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, when the symbol displayed only by numbers moves below the stop position when the fluctuation is stopped, and the character sees the screen of the effect display device P9 from the front in the empty space. The effect of jumping forward from the depth direction of is executed. Also, in the symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the character is displayed larger than the number when the number moves downward. Then, at t3, the variable display is stopped by the second display pattern composed of numbers and characters (see FIG. 9-13 (f)).

As shown in FIG. 9-14, the first change effect of changing from numbers only to numbers and characters is executed as the action at the start of fluctuation, and the second change to change from numbers and characters to only numbers as the action at the start of fluctuation. Perform the production. The execution mode is different between the first modified effect and the second modified effect. In the variable stop symbol action executed as the first change effect, the character jumps forward from the depth direction when the screen of the effect display device P9 is viewed from the front, the numbers move downward, and the character is moved more than the numbers. In the change start symbol action, which is displayed in a large size and executed as the second change effect, the character is erased from the numbers and the character, and only the number displayed larger than before the change changes downward. In this way, numbers and characters can be preferably displayed.

[About the symbol display pattern at the time of SP reach jackpot]
Next, the symbol display pattern when super reach (SP reach) occurs and becomes a big hit will be described. FIG. 9-15 is a timing chart of the symbol display pattern at the time of SP reach jackpot. At time t0, the variable display is started. Then, the fluctuation start action is executed from time t0 to t1. In the action at the start of fluctuation, the effect symbol consisting of numbers and characters is only numbers, and a fluctuation display in which the numbers move downward is executed. After that, in the period of T1, the variation display using only numbers is executed.

After that, at t2, as a symbol action when the left symbol fluctuation is stopped, the effect symbol changes from the first display pattern consisting of only numbers to the second display pattern consisting of numbers and characters, and is temporarily stopped (the symbol does not stop completely). In addition, it will move slightly up and down). The movements of the numbers and the character at this time are the same as the above-mentioned action when the fluctuation is stopped. Then, in t3, as the action when the right symbol fluctuation is stopped, the effect symbol changes from the first display pattern consisting of only numbers to the second display pattern consisting of numbers and characters, and is in a temporarily stopped state. The movement of the numbers and the character at this time is also the same as the above-mentioned action at the time of stopping the fluctuation.

Then, the reach formation action is executed from the state of t3 to t4. In the reach formation action, an effect of greatly moving the character displayed as the second display pattern is executed. For example, by executing the effect of rotating the character in the lateral direction after the reach state is reached, the effect of showing the front and back of the character is executed. It should be noted that the action of the character's reach formation action may be different for each character. In addition, the movement of the character may be different depending on the degree of expectation of a big hit. Further, the number symbols may be left as they are at the stages of t2 and t3 until the reach state is reached, and the left and right number symbols (reach symbols) may be used as the second display pattern composed of numbers and characters at the timing of t4.

After that, the medium symbol scrolls at high speed from the normal reach effect executed only by the numerical symbol, and the reach develops to SP reach at t5. When developing into SP reach, the effect symbol indicated by a number is displayed as a reduced symbol in a display mode reduced at a corner (for example, the right corner) of the screen of the effect display device P9. The reduced symbol is a reduced display of the decorative symbol of the first display pattern consisting of only numbers, and unlike the small symbol described above, the reduced symbol is variably displayed in parallel with the variable display of the decorative symbol. In addition, the stop display of the reduced symbol is not performed in parallel with the stop display of the decorative symbol.

In the period in T2 after developing to SP reach, a small symbol action pattern is executed. During the period of the small symbol action pattern, the SP reach effect is executed, and the effect that the small symbol moves violently is executed. For example, in the small symbol action pattern, an effect in which the small symbol jumps up and down or an effect of rotating in the vertical direction and the horizontal direction may be executed according to the effect sound flowing in the SP reach effect. Then, at t6, the fact that the SP reach is completed and a big hit is displayed is displayed by a set of only numbers that are enlarged from the small symbols and have become the normal size.

The pattern of the small symbol action may be changed depending on the type of SP reach (first super reach to fourth super reach, etc.). Further, the operation of the small symbol may be different depending on the type of song played during SP reach. Further, the operation of the small symbol may be changed during the SP reach. In addition, the operation mode of the small symbol may be different depending on the degree of expectation of a big hit. Further, the small symbol may be displayed before the SP reach is developed, and the operation mode of the small symbol may be different between before and after the development of the SP reach depending on the type of the SP reach. In this way, the movement modes of the small symbols are diversified, and the interest of the game can be improved.

After that, at t7, an effect of returning from the background of the SP reach to the normal background is executed. Further, after that, until the symbol stops fluctuating and becomes a definite display (a state in which the symbol is completely stopped), the character is displayed from the first display pattern containing only numbers to the second display pattern consisting of numbers and characters. Performs the determined action. As the character determination operation, for example, an effect is executed in which the character signs a V sign and the number indicating the jackpot display result is determined.

As shown in FIGS. 9-15, since the character moves significantly as an action during reach formation, the movement of the character can be noticed, and the numbers and the character can be preferably displayed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-15, the symbols are aligned only with the numbers at the end of the SP reach, and the numbers and the characters are used for the finalized display after returning to the normal background. By doing so, it is possible to display the effect symbol suitable for each scene of the effect, and it is possible to preferably display the numbers and the characters.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-15, as the small symbol action pattern B, an effect of violently moving the small symbol according to the effect sound during SP reach is executed. In this way, the numbers as the small symbols displayed in a reduced size can be preferably displayed.

Before SP reach, the small symbol may not be displayed. Specifically, before developing into SP reach, an effect of simply making the reach out of reach with only numbers may be performed, and then when SP reach develops, the number symbols may be displayed as small symbols.

Next, the process for determining the symbol display pattern and the like will be described. FIG. 9-16 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (ST801) in the effect control process process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU (P101) performs the following process.

In the effect symbol fluctuation start processing, it is confirmed whether or not it is decided that the fluctuation display result is out of the question (ST601). Whether or not it is determined to be out of order is determined by, for example, whether or not the display result 1 designated command is stored in the display result designated command storage area. If it is determined to be out of order, it is confirmed whether or not a command corresponding to the non-reach fluctuation pattern has been received as the fluctuation pattern command (ST602). Whether or not a command corresponding to the non-reach variation pattern has been received is determined, for example, by the data stored in the variation pattern command storage area.

When it is determined that a command corresponding to the non-reach fluctuation pattern has been received, the display result of the missed symbol that does not reach is determined as the final stop of the effect symbol by using the data table for determining the missed symbol stored in the ROM (P102). (ST604), proceed to ST616. In the data table for determining the outlier symbol, the numerical data of SR1-1 to SR1-3 is associated with each of the plurality of types of effect symbols.

In the processing of ST604, numerical data (random numbers) are extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and the data table for determining the missing symbol is used, and the symbols corresponding to the extracted numerical data are left and middle, respectively. ， It is determined as a combination of stop symbols that will be the variable display result of the effect symbol on the right. In this way, when determining the combination of non-reach out-of-reach symbols, if the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with the combination of jackpot symbols by chance, it is corrected so as to be the combination of out-of-reach symbols (for example). Each stop symbol is determined by correcting the right symbol by shifting it by one symbol). If the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number happens to be a reach symbol, the stop symbol is corrected so that it is a combination of non-reach out-of-reach symbols (for example, the right symbol is shifted by one symbol) and each stop symbol is used. Is determined.

When it is determined in the process of ST602 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (when it is determined that the pattern is a reach variation pattern), the stop symbol of the effect symbol constituting the combination of the reach symbols is determined (ST605), and the process proceeds to ST616. In the processing of ST605, numerical data (random numbers) are extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and a symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from SR1-1 is used by using the data table for determining the missing symbol. It is determined as the stop symbol of each of the left and right effect symbols forming the reach state, and the symbol corresponding to the random number that matches the value of the counter extracted from SR1-2 is determined as the stop symbol of the middle symbol. Further, in this case as well, when a combination of jackpot symbols is accidentally made, each stop symbol is determined by correcting the combination of out-of-order symbols (for example, correcting the middle symbol by shifting one symbol).

Further, when it is not decided to make a deviation in the processing of ST601 (when it is decided to make a big hit) (N of ST601), the effect control CPU (P101) depends on the type of big hit. The stop symbol of the effect symbol constituting the combination of the jackpot symbols is determined (ST603), and the process proceeds to ST616.

In ST603, the combination of hit symbols is determined according to the type of big hit as follows. Based on which of the display result 2 specified command and the display result 3 specified command is stored in the display result specific command storage area, the type of jackpot is selected from the probability variation jackpot and the normal jackpot. When it is determined that the probability variation jackpot is decided, numerical data (random numbers) are extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and a combination of SR1-1 and the probability variation jackpot symbol (for example, left, Using a data table (table for determining probabilistic jackpot symbol) in which the relationship with odd-numbered doublets such as "7, 7, 7" is set in the middle and right, one of the probabilistic jackpot symbols from the extracted value Select and determine the combination of. When it is determined that the normal jackpot is decided, numerical data (random numbers) are extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and a combination of SR1-1 and a normal jackpot symbol (for example, left, middle, Using a data table (normal jackpot symbol determination table) with a relationship with even-numbered doublets such as "4, 4, 4" on the right, a combination of any of the normal jackpot symbols from the extracted values. To select and decide. The symbol determined in this way is used as the final stop symbol which is a variation display result before being controlled to the jackpot game state.

Next, after executing the effect setting process (ST616) that performs the process for setting various effects in the variable display, the process proceeds to ST617. In the effect setting process, the symbol display pattern and the like are determined based on the symbol types determined in ST603 to ST605. When deciding the symbol display pattern, the effect is determined by whether the fluctuation display this time is out of normal fluctuation, out of shortened fluctuation, accompanied by reach, or developed into SP reach, etc. Determine the display pattern and display mode of the design. It should be noted that these pieces of information may be determined by the variation pattern designation command stored in the command storage area provided in the storage area of the RAM (P103).

In ST617, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of types of effect control patterns. In ST617, the symbol variation control pattern table is set according to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern specification command and various effect control (effect operation) patterns specified by the effect control pattern of the effect determined by the processing of ST616. Among the plurality of types of symbol variation control patterns stored in, one of the effect control patterns corresponding to the various designated effect operation patterns is selected and determined as the pattern to be used.

In the control pattern table stored in the ROM (P102), for example, in the period from the start of the fluctuation of the effect symbol determined by the processing of ST616 until the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. , The control contents of various production operations such as the variable display operation of the effect symbol in the display area of the effect display device P9, the effect display operation in the reach effect, the effect display operation by the pseudo-ream effect, and the effect display operation in the advance notice effect are shown. Multiple types of data are stored as symbol fluctuation control patterns.

Further, each symbol variation control pattern can be used to display variation of the effect symbol such as an effect control process timer setting value, an effect control process timer determination value, an effect display control data, voice control data, a lamp control data, and an end code. It includes control data for controlling various effect operations according to the situation, and the contents of various effect controls, the switching timing of the effect control, and the like are set in chronological order.

Next, the process table corresponding to the effect control pattern selected in ST617 is selected (ST618). Then, the process timer (effect setting process timer) in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (ST619).

After the processing of ST619 is executed, the effect device (effect display device P9 as an effect component, effect component P9 as an effect component) is used according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of various lamps and the speaker P27) as a production component is started (ST620). For example, a command is output to the VDP (P109) in order to display an image (including an effect symbol) corresponding to the fluctuation pattern on the effect display device P9 according to the display control execution data. Further, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board P35 in order to control lighting / extinguishing of light emitters such as various LEDs. Further, in order to output the sound from the speaker P27, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board P70.

Then, a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command is set in the fluctuation display time timer (ST621), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation processing (ST802). The symbol variation start process is executed (ST622). Then, the effect symbol variation start process is completed.

[About other productions]
In the above-described embodiment, the following effects may be executed. For example, a full-screen notice effect may be executed. The full-screen notice effect is a blackout effect in which a cover image such as a blackout image DG is displayed on the entire display screen of the effect display device P9 at the start of fluctuation to make it difficult to visually recognize the display mode of the decorative pattern (effect pattern). It is a notice production that covers the screen. The covered image is not limited to the darkened image DG or the black image, but may be an image having a predetermined color or pattern such as an image of a light emitting mode or an image of a freeze mode, and a display form of a decorative pattern (particularly). Any image may be used as long as the display content of the decorative pattern) is difficult to see or cannot be seen. In addition, the predetermined advance notice effect such as the full screen advance notice effect may be a panel type (panel display format) step-up notice, cut-in notice, story notice, mini game notice, development notice, etc., and the entire display screen. Or, it is a notice effect displayed on a part (at least a part where the decorative pattern can be hidden), and at least the decorative pattern (for example, the display form or the display content of the decorative pattern) cannot be seen at all (transparency is zero). It may be a notice effect that makes it invisible, such as, or a notice effect that makes it difficult to see, such as a display screen or a decorative pattern being seen through (low transparency).

With reference to FIGS. 9-17 and 9-18, an example will be described in which the symbol advance notice effect and the reverse fluctuation are displayed in the case of the presence / absence of the full screen advance notice effect. FIG. 9-17 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation of the decorative pattern and each advance notice effect. In (A), the full-screen notice effect is not executed, and in (B), the full-screen notice effect is executed. Is shown. FIG. 9-18 shows an example of performing the effect in the case shown in FIG. 9-17 during the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 9-18 (A) and (B1) to (E1) are production execution examples in the case of FIG. 9-17 (A), and FIGS. 9-18 (A) and (B2) to (B2). E2) is an example of effect execution in the case of FIG. 9-17 (B).

As shown in FIG. 9-17 (A), regarding the variation display of the decorative symbol, the reverse variation of all the decorative symbols is started at the start of the variation (timing T01), and the reverse variation is completed (timing). After the forward fluctuation of the decorative symbol is started in T03), the fluctuation becomes high speed, and then the fluctuation of the left and right decorative symbols is decelerated, the reach is displayed (reach is established), and the reach effect is executed. Further, regarding each notice effect, in FIG. 9-17 (A), it is decided that the full screen notice effect is not executed, and the reverse start display of the decorative symbol and the symbol advance notice effect start at the timing T01. Will be done. The symbol advance notice production ends at timing T02, and the reverse direction fluctuation ends at timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction variation (timing T03), the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started. Looking at the production execution example at this time, as shown in FIG. 9-18 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, it is shown in FIG. 9-18 (B1). As shown, the fluctuation in the opposite direction (upward direction) opposite to the forward direction (downward direction) is started, and the symbol advance notice effect as shown in FIG. 9-18 (B1), that is, the predetermined color around the decorative symbol. A notice effect in which an image G of an aura (afterglow) (for example, blue, green, red, etc.) is displayed is also started. Then, at the end of the reverse movement (timing T03) shown in FIG. 9-17 (A), the reverse movement of the decorative symbol is stopped as shown in FIG. 9-18 (C1), and FIG. 9-18 (D1). ), The decorative symbol starts to fluctuate in the forward direction, and the decorative symbol is displayed in the forward direction beyond the reference position Ref shown in FIG. 9-18 (E1).

On the other hand, in FIG. 9-17 (B), since it is determined that the full-screen advance notice effect is executed, the symbol advance notice effect is changed from the initial value of timing T01 to timing T03. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 9-18 (B2), and the full-screen notice effect is started as shown in FIG. 9-18 (C2). A notification image such as "chance!" Included in the effect is displayed, and after the full-screen notice effect of FIG. 9-18 (C2) is completed, that is, the forward direction of the decorative pattern as shown in FIG. 9-18 (D2). It has been changed so that the symbol advance notice effect is started when the fluctuation is started. That is, the start of the symbol advance notice effect is changed not at the start of the fluctuation shown in FIG. 9-18 (B1) but after the end of the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIG. 9-18 (D2). As a result, it is possible to prevent the symbol advance notice effect from being hidden behind the full-screen advance notice effect. Although the reverse start display of the decorative pattern is executed without change, the player is hidden behind the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIGS. 9-18 (B2) and (C2). I can't see it from. Further, although the notification image shown in FIG. 9-18 (C2) is included in the full-screen notice effect, it may be a notice executed separately from the full-screen notice effect, or the notification image may not be displayed. Good. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-18 (D2), the symbol advance notice effect is started before the decorative symbol reaches the reference position Ref, but as shown by the alternate long and short dash arrow, the decorative symbol returns to the reference position Ref. The symbol advance notice effect may be executed from the state of being Further, the execution period of the symbol advance notice effect is shorter than the execution period of the reverse movement as shown in FIG. 9-17 (A), but may be the same as or longer than the execution period of the reverse movement. The same applies when the start is changed to the timing T03 as shown in FIG. 9-17 (B).

Next, with reference to FIGS. 9-19 and 9-20, an example will be described in which the reverse variation is displayed in the case where the symbol advance notice effect is not executed and the full screen advance notice effect is present or absent. FIG. 9-19 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the variation of the decorative symbol and each advance notice effect, etc. In (A), when the symbol advance notice effect and the full-screen advance notice effect are not executed and the reverse variation is executed, ( In B), the case where the symbol advance notice effect is not executed and the full screen advance notice effect and the reverse fluctuation are executed is shown. FIG. 9-20 shows an example of effect execution in the case shown in FIG. 9-19 during the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 9-20 (A), (B1), (C1), (D), and (E) are production execution examples in the case of FIG. 9-19 (A), and FIG. 9-20 (A). , (B2), (C2), (D), and (E) are production execution examples in the case of FIG. 9-19 (B).

Since the variation display of the decorative pattern shown in FIG. 9-19 (A) is the same as that of FIG. 9-17 (A) described above, the description thereof is omitted here. Further, regarding each notice effect, in FIG. 9-19 (A), it is determined that the full screen notice effect and the symbol notice effect are not executed, and the reverse start display of the decorative symbol is started at the timing T01. , The reverse direction variation ends at timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction variation (timing T03), the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started. Looking at the production execution example at this time, as shown in FIG. 9-20 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, it is changed to FIG. 9-20 (B1). As shown, the reverse (upward) fluctuation opposite to the forward (downward) start, and at the end of the reverse fluctuation (timing T03) shown in FIG. 9-19 (A), FIG. 9-20. As shown in (C1), the reverse fluctuation of the decorative symbol is stopped, and as shown in FIG. 9-20 (D1), the forward fluctuation of the decorative symbol is started, and the reference position shown in FIG. 9-20 (E1) is started. The decorative pattern is variably displayed in the forward direction beyond Ref.

On the other hand, in FIG. 9-19 (B), it is determined that the symbol advance notice effect is not executed, and that the full screen advance notice effect and the reverse direction variation are executed, which is the opposite direction to the full screen advance notice effect. The fluctuation starts at the start of the fluctuation (timing T01) and ends at the timing T03. At the end of this reverse direction variation (timing T03), the forward variation of the decorative symbol is started. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 9-20 (B2), and the full-screen notice effect is started as shown in FIG. 9-20 (C2). A notification image such as "chance!" Included in the production is displayed, and after the full-screen notice production of FIG. 9-20 (C2) is completed, that is, in the forward direction of the decorative pattern as shown in FIG. 9-20 (D). Fluctuations have begun. Although the reverse start display of the decorative pattern is executed, it is hidden behind the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIGS. 9-20 (B2) and (C2), so that the player can see it. I can't see the reverse fluctuation. Further, although the notification image shown in FIG. 9-20 (C2) is included in the full-screen notice effect, it may be a notice executed separately from the full-screen notice effect, or the notification image may not be displayed. Good. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-20 (D), the variation display in the forward direction is visible from before the decorative symbol reaches the reference position Ref, but as shown by the alternate long and short dash arrow, the decorative symbol is in the reference position. The fluctuation display in the forward direction from the state of returning to Ref may be visible.

Here, with reference to FIGS. 9-21 and 9-22, an example will be described in which the symbol advance notice effect is executed in the case where the reverse direction variation is not executed and the full screen advance notice effect is present or absent. FIG. 9-21 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the fluctuation of the decorative symbol and each notice effect, etc. In (A), there is no execution of the full-screen notice effect and the reverse direction change, and in (B), the reverse direction change is executed. Indicates a case where there is no full-screen notice effect and a design advance notice effect is executed. FIG. 9-22 shows an example of effect execution in the case shown in FIG. 9-21 during the start period of the super reach variation display. Specifically, FIGS. 9-22 (A) and (B1) are production execution examples in the case of FIG. 9-21 (A), and FIGS. 9-22 (A), (B2), (C2), ( D2) is an example of effect execution in the case of FIG. 9-21 (B).

Since the variation display of the decorative pattern shown in FIG. 9-21 (A) is the same as that of FIG. 9-17 (A) described above, the description thereof is omitted here. Looking at each notice effect, in FIG. 9-21 (A), it is determined that the full-screen notice effect and the reverse variation of the decorative symbol are not executed, and the symbol is determined at the start of the variation (timing T01). Notice production will start. The design notice production will end at the subsequent timing T02. The forward variation of the decorative symbol is also started at the start of the variation (timing T01). Looking at the production execution example at this time, as shown in FIG. 9-22 (A), from the state in which the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed at the reference position Ref in the previous variation display, it is shown in FIG. 9-22 (B1). As shown, the fluctuation in the forward direction (downward direction) is started, and the symbol advance notice effect as shown in FIG. 9-22 (B1), that is, the predetermined colors (for example, blue, green, red) around the decorative symbol. The notice effect that the image G of the aura (afterglow) of (etc.) is displayed is also started.

On the other hand, in FIG. 9-21 (B), since it is determined that the symbol advance notice effect and the full screen advance notice effect are executed, the symbol advance notice effect is changed from the initial value of timing T01 to timing T03. To. Looking at the effect execution example at this time, the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) is started as shown in FIG. 9-22 (B2), and the full-screen notice effect is started as shown in FIG. 9-22 (C2). A notification image such as "chance!" Included in the effect is displayed, and after the full-screen notice effect of FIG. 9-22 (C2) is completed, that is, the forward direction of the decorative pattern as shown in FIG. 9-22 (D2). It has been changed so that the symbol advance notice effect is started when the fluctuation is started. That is, the start of the symbol advance notice effect is changed not at the start of the fluctuation shown in FIG. 9-22 (B1) but after the end of the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in FIG. 9-22 (D2). As a result, it is possible to prevent the symbol advance notice effect from being hidden behind the full-screen advance notice effect. As shown in FIG. 9-21 (B), it is determined that the symbol advance notice effect and the full-screen advance notice effect are executed, and the decorative symbol is determined not to be executed in the reverse direction. During the execution period of the full-screen notice effect (blackout effect) shown in B2) and (C2), the decorative pattern is swung as shown in FIG. 9-21 (B). Because it is hidden behind the player, the player cannot see the swing of the decorative pattern. The start of the forward variation of the decorative symbol is changed after the execution period of all the symbol notice effects is completed. Further, although the notification image shown in FIG. 9-22 (C2) is included in the full-screen notice effect, it may be a notice executed separately from the full-screen notice effect, or the notification image may not be displayed. Good.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine of the present invention
A gaming machine capable of playing (for example, a pachinko gaming machine P1)
A variable display means (for example, an effect display device P9) that variablely displays identification information (for example, a decorative pattern) in a predetermined direction, and
A notice effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU (P101)) capable of executing a predetermined advance notice effect (for example, a full-screen advance notice effect) and
With
The predetermined advance notice effect is executed so as to make the display mode of the identification information invisible or difficult to see at the start of the variable display (for example, FIGS. 9-18 (B2), 9-20 (B2) or 9). (Blackout effect that makes the decorative pattern as shown in -22 (B2) invisible, etc.),
When the predetermined advance notice effect is executed, the identification information can start variable display in the predetermined direction after the execution period of the predetermined advance notice effect has elapsed (for example, FIG. 9-18 (B2)). 9-18 (D2), (E2), 9-20 (D), (E) after the execution period of the blackout effect shown in FIG. 9-20 (B2) or 9-22 (B2) has elapsed. Alternatively, as shown in FIG. 9-22 (D2), the decorative pattern starts to fluctuate in the forward direction).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information from becoming difficult to understand, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(2) In the game machine of (1) above
The predetermined direction may be a normal direction (for example, the forward direction of the decorative pattern as shown in FIGS. 9-18 (D1), (D2), (E1), (E2)).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information from becoming difficult to understand.

(3) In the game machine of (1) or (2) above
The predetermined advance notice effect is an effect that suggests the degree of expectation to be in an advantageous state, and is an effect that is executed in a manner of hiding a part or the whole of the identification information (for example, the full-screen notice effect is more than the case of being off In the case of a big hit, it is easier to display, and the effect of hiding the entire decorative pattern (see FIG. 9-18 (B2)) may be made.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information from becoming difficult to understand.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above
The variable display means can variablely display the identification information in a specific direction (for example, a reverse direction) different from the predetermined direction (for example, FIGS. 9-18 (B1), 9-20 (for example)). As shown in B1), the decorative design may be displayed in a variable direction different from the forward direction).

According to such a configuration, the direction of the variable display becomes various, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(5) In the game machine of (4) above
The variable display means variablely displays the identification information in the specific direction at least during the execution period of the predetermined advance notice effect (for example, execution of at least the full screen advance notice effect as shown in FIG. 9-17 (B)). During the period, the decorative design may be variablely displayed in the opposite direction).

According to such a configuration, the identification information can be variably displayed in a specific direction and then variably displayed in a predetermined direction different from the specific direction, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(6) In any of the game machines (1) to (5) above,
The identification information notice can be executed at the start of the variation display in the predetermined direction (for example, the design is as shown in FIGS. 9-18 (B1) and 9-22 (B1) by the effect control CPU (P101). (For example, the advance notice production is feasible).

According to such a configuration, the interest of the game can be improved by executing the identification information notice.

(7) In any of the game machines (1) to (6) above,
When the identification information notice and the predetermined notice effect are executed, the identification information notice is executed after the end of the predetermined notice effect (for example, in FIGS. 9-18 (C2) and 9-22 (C2)). After the end of the full-screen notice effect shown, the symbol notice effect may be executed as shown in FIGS. 9-18 (D2) and 9-22 (D2)).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the identification information notice and the predetermined notice effect from being executed at the same time, and the identification information notice becomes invisible or difficult to see due to the predetermined notice effect. Can be prevented.

Next, the main effects obtained by the above-described embodiment will be described.
(1) As shown in FIG. 9-13, the size of the numbers displayed by the second display pattern is different from the size of the numbers displayed by the first display pattern. For example, the size of the numbers displayed at the start or stop of the fluctuation displayed by the second display pattern has a smaller display range than the size of the changing numbers displayed by the first display pattern. In this way, at the start of the fluctuation or at the stop of the fluctuation, the player can pay attention to the display mode consisting of the numbers and the characters, and during the fluctuation display, only the numbers are used in a display range larger than that at the time of the stop of the fluctuation. By executing the variable display, it is possible to make it easier to recognize the transition of the effect symbol during the variable display, and it is possible to preferably display the numbers and the characters.

(2) There is a correspondence between the numbers and the characters as shown in FIG. 9-12, and as shown in FIG. 9-13, the variable display is stopped in the pattern of displaying the characters corresponding to the numbers. By doing so, different characters will appear according to the numbers, so that the numbers and the characters can be preferably displayed.

(3) As shown in FIG. 9-13, as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, an effect of stopping the fluctuation display is executed by a pattern in which the character is displayed larger than the number by moving the number downward. In this way, the display mode when displaying the numbers and the characters can be made interesting, and the numbers and the characters can be displayed suitably.

(4) As shown in FIGS. 9-15, since the character moves significantly as an action during reach formation, the movement of the character can be noticed, and the numbers and the character can be displayed suitably.

(5) As shown in FIG. 9-14, the first change effect of changing from only numbers to numbers and characters is executed as an action at the start of fluctuation, and only numbers are changed from numbers and characters as an action at the start of fluctuation. Execute the second change effect. The execution mode is different between the first modified effect and the second modified effect. In the variable stop symbol action executed as the first change effect, the character jumps forward from the depth direction when the screen of the effect display device P9 is viewed from the front, the numbers move downward, and the character is moved more than the numbers. In the change start symbol action, which is displayed in a large size and executed as the second change effect, the character is erased from the numbers and the character, and only the number displayed larger than before the change changes downward. In this way, numbers and characters can be preferably displayed.

(6) As shown in FIG. 9-15, the symbols are aligned only with the numbers at the end of the SP reach, and the numbers and the characters are used for the final display after returning to the normal background. By doing so, it is possible to display the effect symbol suitable for each scene of the effect, and it is possible to preferably display the numbers and the characters.

(7) As shown in FIG. 9-13, when the variable display is stopped, the display is performed so that the character appears wider than the display range of the numbers before the stop. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the discomfort when changing from the first display pattern to the second display pattern. Therefore, numbers and characters can be preferably displayed.

(8) As shown in FIGS. 9-13 (d) and 9-13 (e), as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the character jumps forward from the depth direction when the screen of the effect display device P9 is viewed from the front. The effect to be displayed is executed. In this way, a powerful display using a character can be performed.

(9) As shown in FIGS. 9-15, as the small symbol action pattern B, an effect of violently moving the small symbol according to the effect sound during SP reach is executed. In this way, the numbers as the small symbols displayed in a reduced size can be preferably displayed.

Next, modified examples, feature points, and the like of the embodiments described above are listed below.
(1) In the above-described embodiment, a probabilistic jackpot state and a normal jackpot state are provided. Further, as the effect symbols, odd-numbered symbols were provided corresponding to the probabilistic jackpot, and even-numbered symbols were provided corresponding to the normal jackpot. Here, only the numbers corresponding to the probabilistic jackpot may be displayed in the second display pattern. For example, only the numbers corresponding to the probabilistic jackpot may be displayed as numbers and characters, and the numbers corresponding to the normal jackpot may be displayed only with the numbers without displaying the characters. In this way, it is possible to give a special feeling to the odd-numbered symbols corresponding to the probabilistic jackpot, and to give a special impression to the odd-numbered symbols having a high advantage. Of the odd-numbered symbols, only the "3" symbol and the "7" symbol may be used as the probabilistic symbols, and the number of symbols displayed in the second display pattern can be changed as appropriate.

(2) In the above-described embodiment, the time is shortened (high base state) until the fluctuation display of 100 rotations after the end of the big hit. In such a time saving state, the fluctuation may be started only by the number and stopped by only the number. In the time-saving state, the fluctuation time is shorter than in the normal state, so when a character with movement is displayed, the movement of the symbol becomes hectic by displaying or erasing the character, resulting in a strange appearance. This may make it difficult to see the variable display. Therefore, in the time saving state, unlike the normal state, the variable display may be executed by the first display pattern containing only numbers. In this way, the numbers can be suitably displayed in the time saving state.

(3) In the above-described embodiment, the first display pattern for displaying only numbers and the second display pattern for displaying numbers and characters have different display modes of numbers and different sizes of numbers. Explained. However, when the display mode of the numbers is different, the position of the numbers, the color of the numbers, the type of the numbers, etc. may be used instead of the size of the numbers, or any combination of two or more may be used. Good. In addition, the display mode of the numbers may be different depending on the degree of expectation of a big hit.

(4) In the above-described embodiment, the case where the small symbol is displayed in the corner of the screen of the effect display device P9 is shown. However, one of the reachable small symbols may be displayed in the upper left corner of the screen and the other in the upper right corner of the screen. In addition, as a small symbol action pattern, a case where the small symbol is moved up and down has been described. The movement of the small symbol is not limited to these, and the symbol may be shaken, rotated laterally, or bounced like a dance in time with the music. Further, an effect image (for example, a flame image) may be added around the small symbol.

(5) In the above-described embodiment, as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, an effect of stopping the fluctuation display by a pattern of displaying the character larger than the number by moving the number downward is executed. However, as the symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the number may be moved diagonally instead of moving downward. Specifically, when the variable display is stopped, the left symbol may be moved diagonally to the right, the middle symbol may be moved directly below, and the right symbol may be moved diagonally to the left. In this way, the numerical symbols that are displayed small when the fluctuation is stopped are displayed so as to be gathered in the center, and the appearance is good. The movement of the symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped is not limited to these, and may be moved in any direction.

(6) In the above-described embodiment, the numbers and the characters have a one-to-one correspondence. However, the numbers and characters do not have to have a one-to-one correspondence. For example, the same character may correspond to a plurality of numbers, or the corresponding character may change depending on the background. Further, when the look-ahead notice is executed, the variable display of the target to be read-ahead may be changed to a special stage for a plurality of times until the variable display is executed. In this case, special numbers and characters that are not normally displayed may be displayed. Further, it is desirable that the display patterns of the numbers and characters at this time are different from those at the normal time. It should be noted that a stage may be provided in which the variable display is executed only by numbers.

(7) In the above-described embodiment, during the variable display, the player can recognize whether or not the variable display is being performed by changing the symbol only with numbers. It is desirable that the numbers in such a fluctuation display be displayed lighter than the display mode when the fluctuation starts or stops. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect performed in the background from becoming difficult to see by setting the density to be the same as when the fluctuation starts. Then, by displaying only numbers rather than numbers and characters, the display area of the symbol can be reduced, indicating that the symbol is fluctuating and reducing the hindrance to other notices. can do.

(8) In the above-described embodiment, the symbol during reach may be the same as the symbol shown by the first display pattern during variable display, and is different from the symbol shown by the first display pattern. You may.

(9) In the above-described embodiment, the first effect of changing from numbers only to numbers and characters is executed as the action at the start of fluctuation, and the second change of changing from numbers and characters to only numbers as the action at the start of fluctuation. The case of executing the production was explained. At the time of executing the change effect, the character moves, but another effect image may be added. Some changes may be made to the display mode.

(10) In the above-described embodiment, as a symbol action when the fluctuation is stopped, the number to be stopped may be enlarged and displayed forward once and then reduced. Then, the character may appear from behind the enlarged number. In this way, the character is suddenly displayed in a large display mode from behind the enlarged number, so that the character can be displayed more powerfully, which may surprise the player. it can.

(11) In the above-described embodiment, a plurality of types of SP reach may be provided. Then, the small symbol action may be different depending on the type of SP reach.

(12) In the above-described embodiment, a case where one character is displayed for one number is shown. However, an image other than the character may be added to one number. For example, as an action at the time of variable stop, an image showing that the hold display changes together with the character when the number stops (an image showing that the hold display changes to a hold display with a high expectation of big hit) may be displayed. .. In this way, it is possible to draw more attention to the action when the fluctuation is stopped. Then, it is possible to make a look-ahead notice in which the hold display changes when the image is displayed.

(13) In the above-described embodiment, the jackpot gaming state has been described as a representative example as an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player. However, not limited to this, the advantageous states that are advantageous to the player may include other advantageous states such as a high probability state (probability variation state), a time saving state, and a high base state.

(14) In the above-described embodiment, the effect control board P80, the audio output board P70, and the lamp driver board P35 are provided as the board on which the circuit for controlling the effect device is mounted. However, the circuit for controlling the effect device is provided. May be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device P9 and the like is mounted, and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers P27R, P27L, etc.) are mounted. You may also provide two boards, one with the second effect control board.

(15) In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer P560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer P100, but the game control microcomputer P560 is another substrate (for example, FIG. A sound / lamp board having a function of a circuit mounted on the audio output board P70, a lamp driver board P35, etc. shown in 9-3, or a sound output board P70 and a function of a circuit mounted on the lamp driver board P35. ), The effect control command may be transmitted to the effect control microcomputer P100 on the effect control board P80 via another substrate. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or a control means such as a microcomputer is mounted on the audio output board P70, the lamp driver board P35, and the sound / lamp board, and the control means receives the command. The effect control microcomputer P100 controls the effect display device P9 by executing the control related to the voice control and the lamp control according to the operation, and further changing the received command to the command as it is or, for example, a simplified command. It may be sent to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer P100 performs display control in response to the effect control command directly received from the game control microcomputer P560 in the above embodiment, and similarly, the sound output board P70 and the lamp driver. Display control can be performed according to a command received from the board P35 or the sound / lamp board. In the case of such a configuration, the effect control microcomputer P100 may similarly perform various determinations made by the effect control microcomputer P100 in the above-described embodiment, or the sound output. Control means such as a substrate P70, a lamp driver substrate P35, or a microcomputer mounted on a sound / lamp substrate may perform the operation.

(16) In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer of the variation time and the variation pattern indicating the variation mode such as the type of reach effect and the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, one at the time of starting the variation. Although the example of transmitting the variation pattern command is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the game control microcomputer uses the first command to determine whether or not there is a pseudo-ream, whether or not there is a slip effect, etc., before reaching the reach (if it does not reach, the so-called second). A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode before the stop is sent, and the second command indicates the type of reach, the presence or absence of a re-lottery effect, etc. after the reach (if it does not reach, the so-called second stop). A command indicating the fluctuation time and the fluctuation mode of (after) may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control microcomputer may perform the effect control in the variation display based on the variation time derived from the combination of the two commands. It should be noted that the game control microcomputer notifies the fluctuation time by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer selects the specific fluctuation mode to be executed at each timing. May be good. When sending two commands, the two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, and after a predetermined period has passed after the first command is sent (for example, the next timer interrupt). In), the second command may be sent. The variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the transmission order can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern by two or more commands in this way, the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern command can be reduced. In the configuration in which the fluctuation pattern is notified to the effect control microcomputer by the two commands in this way, in the second command after the first command is transmitted, the judgment result of the display result by the effect processing at the time of winning, Then, the look-ahead determination information such as the variation pattern type may be transmitted, and the pre-reading notice effect may be executed based on the reception of the second command. Here, the pseudo-ream is an effect display that makes it appear that a plurality of fluctuations corresponding to a plurality of reserved memories are continuously performed, although it is originally a one-time fluctuation corresponding to one reserved memory. Abbreviation for continuous fluctuation. Further, slipping refers to an effect display in which the symbol is slid from the predicted stop position immediately before the symbol is stopped in the variable display.

(17) The above-described embodiment can also be applied to a device such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko game machine P1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided to the computer device or the like by the detachable recording medium, and the storage device of the computer device or the like in advance. You may take the form of distribution by pre-installing on. 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 embodiment of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing the program 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.

(18) As the present embodiment, a game machine in which the game medium is paid out to the player's hand when a prize is generated has been described, but the game medium is enclosed and the game medium is delivered to the player when a prize is generated. An enclosed game machine that adds game points (scores) without paying out may be adopted. The enclosed game machine has a circulation path for circulating a plurality of balls, which is an example of a game medium, in the game machine, and is provided with a storage unit for storing game points, depending on the ball lending operation. The game points are added to the storage unit, the game points are subtracted from the storage unit according to the ball firing operation, and the game points are added to the storage unit according to the occurrence of a prize.

(19) In the above-described embodiment, for example, a case is shown in which a plurality of types of special symbols and effect symbols of "1" to "9" are variablely displayed and the display result is derived and displayed. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, the symbol to be variablely displayed and the symbol to be derived and displayed do not necessarily have to be the same, and a symbol different from the variablely displayed symbol may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to display a plurality of types of symbols in a variable manner, and the variable display may be executed using only one type of symbol. In this case, for example, the variable display may be executed by alternately turning on and blinking the one type of symbol display. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variable display may be derived and displayed at the end, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed at the end. It may be one.

(20) In the above-described embodiment, a predetermined value exceeding 0% as the “ratio (ratio, probability)” has been described as a specific example. However, the "ratio (ratio, probability)" may be 0%. For example, when the occurrence rate of the predetermined game state 1 and the occurrence rate of the other game state 2 in the predetermined game period are compared and it is determined that "one occurrence rate is higher than the other occurrence rate". , The case where the occurrence rate of one of the gaming states is 0% is also included.

(21) In the above-described embodiment, after the variation display result when it is determined that the display result of the variation display is the probability variation jackpot is derived and displayed, the probability variation state is unconditionally changed after the jackpot gaming state ends. An example of controlled probability change state control is shown. However, not limited to this, when the detection means detects that the game ball has passed through the specific area provided in the large winning opening of the special variable winning ball device P20, the probability change determination device is controlled to the probability change state. Type probabilistic state control may be performed.

(22) It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and are not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is shown by the scope of claims rather than the above description, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

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

Claims (1)

It is a game machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
Equipped with a production control means that can control the production
The effect control means
It is possible to execute the variable display of the production identification information and stop and display the variable display result of the production identification information.
By stopping and displaying the effect identification information in a specific mode including the first specific mode and the second specific mode different from the first specific mode, a suggestion effect suggesting that the effect is controlled to the advantageous state is executed. It is possible and
When the effect identification information is displayed in the first specific mode, the ratio of being controlled to the advantageous state is higher than when the identification information is displayed in the second specific mode.
The production identification information includes the first production identification information and the second production identification information.
The identification information for the first effect is larger than the identification information for the second effect.
When the suggestion effect is executed, the effect control means can execute a change effect that changes the layout of the first effect identification information and the background image.
When the change effect is executed, the display position of the first effect identification information is changed, and the display position of the second effect identification information is not changed.
The effect control means
When executing the suggestion effect,
During the period when the change effect is not executed, the variable display of the first effect identification information and the variable display of the second effect identification information can be executed in parallel in the area of the background image.
During the period when the change effect is executed, in the area of the background image whose layout has been changed, the identification information for the first effect whose display position has been changed is stopped and displayed, but is different from the area of the background image. In the area, it is possible to stop and display the identification information for the second effect whose display position has not been changed.
The first effect identification information includes a first information and a second information, in the configuration,
The first information is numerical information indicating a number, and is
The second information is decorative information that decorates the numerical information.
The effect control means lowers the visibility of the first information and the second information so that the second information is less visible than the first information when the suggestion effect is executed. ,
A game machine characterized by that.

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