JP6826570B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

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

A gaming machine has been proposed in which a substrate on which a plurality of light emitting means are mounted has a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the light emitting means (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2012-245273

In a game machine as described in Patent Document 1, it seems that the light emitting means that is not emitting light is also emitting light due to the light of the light emitting means that is emitting light being reflected by the reflecting portion. It may end up.

By the way, a plurality of light emitting means may be used for a highly important purpose such as notifying information, but in a game machine as described in Patent Document 1, when notifying by a plurality of light emitting means is performed. If the light emitting means that does not emit light appears as if it is emitting light, the information may be misunderstood and the function of the light emitting means may be impaired. Therefore, it is conceivable to provide a light emitting means used for a highly important application on a substrate different from the substrate having a reflecting portion so that such a problem does not occur. In that case, It may lead to a rise in the cost of the game machine.

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 capable of suppressing costs without impairing the functions of light emitting means used for highly important applications. To do.

(A) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
It is a game machine that can play games
The board on which the electronic components are mounted and
A plurality of light emitting means mounted on the substrate and
With
The light emitting means includes a first light emitting means used for a light emitting effect and a second light emitting means used for displaying information regarding the progress of a game unlike the first light emitting means.
The substrate includes a specific substrate on which the first light emitting means is mounted and the second light emitting means is mounted.
The specific substrate has a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the first light emitting means and an absorbing portion that is located around the second light emitting means and absorbs the light of the second light emitting means.
The first light emitting means
A plurality of them are provided in the region of the reflection portion.
It can emit light in a color different from that of the second light emitting means.
Light can be emitted in a direction along the mounting surface of the specific substrate and in a direction in which the second light emitting means on the specific substrate is not mounted.
A plurality of the second light emitting means are provided in the region of the absorbing portion more densely than the first light emitting means.
A partition member for individually partitioning the plurality of second light emitting means is further provided.
It is characterized by that.
(1) In order to achieve the above object, the other game machine is a game machine capable of playing a game (for example, a pachinko game machine 1 capable of playing a game), and electronic components are mounted on it. (For example, LED control board 13SH1 on which electronic components are mounted), a plurality of light emitting means mounted on the board (for example, a plurality of LEDs mounted on the LED control board 13SH1), and the above. The light emitting means includes a first light emitting means and a second light emitting means used for applications having a higher importance than the first light emitting means (for example, the LED is more important than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the decorative LED 13SHLDA). The substrate is located around the reflecting portion that reflects the light of the first light emitting means and the second light emitting means, such as including the information display LED 13SHLDB used for a high degree of application). The LED control board 13SH1 has an absorption unit that absorbs the light of the light emitting means (for example, the LED control substrate 13SH1 is a white resist 13SH11 that reflects the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA, and the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB located around the information display LED 13SHLDB. Having a black silk print 13SH12 that absorbs light, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the cost can be suppressed without impairing the function of the light emitting means used for the highly important application.

( 2) In order to achieve the above object, the other game machine is a game machine capable of playing a game (for example, a pachinko game machine 1 capable of playing a game), and electronic components are mounted on it. (For example, LED control board 13SH1 on which electronic components are mounted), a plurality of light emitting means mounted on the board (for example, a plurality of LEDs mounted on the LED control board 13SH1), and the above. The light emitting means includes a first light emitting means and a second light emitting means used for applications having a higher importance than the first light emitting means (for example, the LED is more important than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the decorative LED 13SHLDA). The substrate is located around the absorption unit that absorbs the light of the second light emitting means and the first light emitting means, such as including the information display LED 13SHLDB used for a high degree of application). It has a reflecting unit that reflects the light of the light emitting means (for example, the LED control board 13SH1 has a black resist 13SH13 that absorbs the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB and the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA that is located around the decorative LED 13SHLDA. Having a reflective white silk print 13SH14, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the cost can be suppressed without impairing the function of the light emitting means used for the highly important application.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2), a plurality of the first light emitting means are provided in the region of the reflecting portion (for example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA is a white resist 13S.
A plurality of the second light emitting means are provided in the region of the H11 more densely than the first light emitting means (for example, the information display LED 13SH).
The LDB is more densely provided than the decorative LED13SHLDA in a flat area of black silk printing, etc.), and a partition member (for example, for example) that individually partitions the plurality of second light emitting means.
An LED partition member 13SH2 or the like that individually partitions a plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB) may be provided.

According to such a configuration, not only the substrate can be miniaturized, but also the visibility of which second light emitting means is lit can be improved.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above, the board has a part number portion indicating a part number of an electronic component (for example, the LED control board 13SH1 has a component of an electronic component. The part number part indicating the part number of the electronic component provided in the area of the absorption part is provided in the area of the reflection part (for example, black silk printing 13SH12). Part number 1 of the information display LED 13SHLDB provided in the plane area of
The 3SH 121 may be silk-printed in the flat region of the white resist 13SH11, etc.).

According to such a configuration, not only the region to be the absorbing portion can be narrowed, but also the visibility of the part number of the electronic component provided in the region of the absorbing portion can be improved.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4), the first light emitting means is a light emitting means that emits light in a substantially horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the substrate, and is used for directing. (For example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA is an LED that emits light in a substantially horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the LED control board 13SH1, and may be used for production purposes, etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize a light emitting effect using the reflective portion effectively.

(6) In any of the game machines (1) to (5), the first light emitting means and the second light emitting means are provided on the same surface of the substrate (for example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display). The LED 13SHLDB may be provided on the first surface 13SH1A of the LED control board 13SH1).

According to such a configuration, an effective light emission effect can be realized.

(7) In any of the game machines (1) to (6) above, the substrate is a double-sided substrate (for example, the LED control substrate 13SH1 is a double-sided substrate), and components other than the light emitting means. Is provided more on the surface on which the light emitting means is not provided than on the surface on which the light emitting means is provided (for example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SH).
Electronic components other than the LDB may be provided more on the surface on which the decorative LED 13SHLDA is not provided than on the surface on which the decorative LED 13SHLDA is provided).

According to such a configuration, a suitable light emitting effect can be realized.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a figure for demonstrating the fluctuation pattern and the type of reach. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a figure which shows the production operation example. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the advance notice production decision processing. It is a figure which shows the decision ratio in the advance notice production decision processing. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the modification. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the modification. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the modification. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko machine. It is a rear perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine in the state where the frame for the gaming machine is opened. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the loss variation pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the non-reach loss fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in a feature part 121IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main processing in a feature part 121IW. It is a flowchart which shows the setting confirmation processing and setting change processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the process executed at the time of power-on. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display mode of the display monitor in the setting change processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows a part of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the initial roll determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing in a feature part 011AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing in a feature part 011AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the setting confirmation processing and setting change processing in the feature part 011AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol normal processing in a feature part 011AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol normal processing in a feature part 011AK. It is explanatory drawing which shows the loss type determination table in the feature part 011AK. It is a figure which shows the display mode of the loss type 1 to 3 in the feature part 011AK. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the 4th symbol suggestion effect setting process in the feature part 005AK. It is explanatory drawing which shows the 4th symbol suggestion effect determination table in the feature part 005AK. It is a figure which shows the production operation example in the feature part 005AK. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the modified example of the feature part 011AK. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the display device 011AK011 in the modification of the characteristic part 011AK. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is an exploded perspective view which shows an example of the structure of the flow path unit which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is an external view which shows an example of the structure of the LED control board which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is a figure which shows an example of the structure of the LED partition member which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is a figure which shows an example of the part number of the information display LED which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is a figure which shows an example of the structure of the decorative LED which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is a figure which shows an example of the light emitting mode of the decorative LED and the information display LED which concerns on a feature part 13SH. It is an external view which shows the structure of the LED control board which concerns on the modification of the feature part 13SH. It is an external view which shows the structure of the LED control board which concerns on the modification of the feature part 13SH. It is an external view which shows the structure of the LED control board which concerns on the modification of the feature part 13SH. It is sectional drawing which shows the structure of the LED control board which concerns on the modification of the characteristic part 13SH.

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of 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. First to do
A special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided. Each of these consists of 7-segment LEDs and the like. Special symbols include numbers indicating "0" to "9" and "
It is represented by 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, in synchronization with the first special figure game and the second special figure game,
Variable display of decorative symbols (such as symbols indicating numbers) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from special symbols is performed. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, "
The decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction or update display) in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". 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, there is a hold display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is held, and a hold display.
A display area for displaying the active display corresponding to the variable display during execution 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 storages corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storages corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

In addition, a first hold indicator 25 configured to include a plurality of LEDs at a predetermined position on the game board 2
A and a second hold indicator 25B are provided, the first hold indicator 25A displays the first hold storage number according to the number of LEDs lit, and the second hold indicator 25B displays the first hold indicator 25B according to the number of LEDs lit. The second reserved storage number is displayed.

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 is, for example,
It is equipped with an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, the movable wing pieces are in the vertical position, so that the tip of the movable wing pieces is close to the winning ball device 6A. The game ball is closed so that it 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) is also referred to as a starting winning.

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

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

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

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

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are located at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3.
Is provided, and a game effect lamp 9 for a game effect is provided in the peripheral portion of the game area. 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, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball rented by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to a hitting ball launching device. )
A hitting 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. Stick controller 31
A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed by the player. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

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

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

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

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the normal symbol (normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol is "normal symbol lost".
Will be. 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, a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7") is used as a confirmed special symbol.
, The actual design differs depending on the jackpot type described later. ) Is stopped and displayed, it becomes a "big hit", and when a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes a "small hit". Further, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing".

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

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

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

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, how to open the big prize opening (
A plurality of types of game states (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) after the big hit game state are prepared, and the big hit type is set according to these.
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 "per normal map" in the normal map game is improved from the normal state. Control that makes it easier for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening (
High open control, high base control) is also executed. The time saving state is a special symbol (especially the second special symbol)
This is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the above 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 a low accuracy high base state,
The probability variation state is also called the high probability high base state, and the normal state is also called the low probability 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. In addition, it should be noted
The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or a point of the game effect lamp 9. Equal / extinguishing, operation of the movable body 32, etc.

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 stopped and displayed (derived).

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" etc.) may be displayed together 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, "left", "middle", "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C,
The decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective line in 5R. 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 referred to as) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "reach loss").

The effect that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can execute includes displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effect includes a notice effect 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. Besides,
On the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged.

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, and a solenoid circuit 111.
And so on.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 and a RAM (Random A).
ccess Memory) 102, CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103, and random number circuit 10
4 and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

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, ROM10
Various data stored in 1 (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). Controls (drives) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc.
It is configured to include an output port for transmitting a signal to be used, a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). 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
It 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 the winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), 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, ROM
Various data (data such as various tables) stored in 121 is used, and RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 includes a controller sensor unit 35A or a push sensor 35.
The display control unit 123 may be instructed to execute the effect based on the detection signal from B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and appropriately indicating the operation content).

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor) and a CGROM (Character G).
It is equipped with an enerator ROM), 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 effect image to the image display device 5 based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120 by supplying a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed to the image display device 5.
To display. 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 that specifies how to turn on / off the lamp)
Is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit 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 has various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects.
Numerical data indicating is counted up to date. 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, C
The PU 103 is an RA that clears the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102.
Perform M clear processing and set the initial value in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the 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), the RAM
It is determined whether or not the backup data is stored in 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 for advancing the game (including various flags, various timer states, etc.)
In addition, the state of the backup flag and the error detection code are also included. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is on. RAM1 with backup flag off
If the backup data is not stored in 02 (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 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. If it is determined that these match, RAM10
It is determined that the data of 2 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), CP
The U103 performs a restoration 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
An appropriate screen display may be performed 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, the interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 10 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms).
It is sent to No. 3, 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 processing shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 10
First, by executing a predetermined switch process, the detection signal from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 is transmitted via the switch circuit 110. Determining the presence / absence of reception (step S2
1). 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). CPU1
By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by 03, the execution and hold management of the special symbol game, the control of the big hit game state and the small hit game state, the control of the game state, etc. are realized (for details, See below).

Following the special symbol process processing, the normal symbol process processing is executed (step S26).
). By executing the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, the CPU 103 manages the execution and hold of the normal figure game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the 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, C
The PU 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 processing, CPU103
First, the start winning determination process is executed (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. Each process of the special symbol process process (steps S110 to S120)
In), a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

In the special symbol normal processing in step S110, the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value).
Is executed when. In this special symbol normal processing, the first is based on the presence or absence of pending information.
Whether or not to start the special figure game or the second special figure game is determined. 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, the display result is "big hit" or "small hit".
It includes a process of determining the fluctuation pattern to one of a plurality of types by using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on the result of pre-determining whether or not to do so. 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. And the display result is "big hit"
If, 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 "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 "5".
On the other hand, when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag 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 "
It is updated to 0 ”and the jackpot end process 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 game state ends, the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit game state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end process ends.

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

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

Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on,
The effect control CPU 120 is automatically set to disable interrupts, but when a CPU that is not automatically disabled is used, it is desirable to issue an interrupt prohibition instruction (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 turned on in step S73 (step S73; Ye
s), the timer interrupt flag is cleared to turn it off (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, the main board 1
After reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of 1 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer, settings and controls corresponding to the read effect control commands are performed. It is said. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or the RAM 1 may be stored 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.
The reception flag provided in 22 is turned on. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display the background according to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, 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. In addition, the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices is determined, determined, set, and the like according to the effect control command and 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 notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 is, for example, the RAM 12
Depending on the value of the effect process flag provided in 2, the following steps S170 to S1
One of the 77 processes is selected and executed.

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. Image display device 5
If it is determined that the variable display of the decorative pattern in is started, the value of the effect process flag is set to ".
Update to 1 ”and end the variable display start waiting process.

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
By instructing the display control unit 123, the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 can be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, the movable body 32 can be driven, and the voice control board 13 can be driven. Speakers 8L, 8 by the output of the command (sound effect signal) to
During variable display of decorative symbols, such as outputting voice or sound effect from R, and turning on / off / blinking the game effect lamp 9 or decorative LED by outputting a command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14. Execute various production controls. After performing such production control
For example, in response to the fact that the end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or the command for specifying the stop display of the fixed decorative symbol is received from the main board 11, etc. The final decorative pattern that is the display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. When the final decoration symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3".
During variable display, the effect processing 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
For example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state is set, and various effect controls in the small hit game state are executed based on the set content. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify the end of the small hit game state. is there"
Update to 5 ”and end the small hit medium production process.

The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120
Sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the set contents. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

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

What is displayed during the variable display of a special symbol is one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-").
However, 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).
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In the above basic explanation, the pachinko game machine 1 is shown as a game machine, but a medal is inserted and a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player When a symbol is stopped in response to the operation of the stop button by, if the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) , Regular Bonus, RT, AT, A
The present invention can also be applied to a slot machine equipped with one or more of RT 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, the expression ("high", "high", "high" of the comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production.
Expressions such as "low" and "differentiate") may include that one is in the proportion of "0%". 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 31AK)
Next, the feature portion 31AK of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8 is a diagram for explaining a variation pattern and a type of reach in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment. FIG. 8 (A
), In the present embodiment, the non-reach loss variation patterns PA1-1, PA1-2, and the decorative symbol, in which the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode and the display result is “loss”, Fluctuation pattern of reach loss where the variable display mode is the reach mode and the display result is "loss" PA2-1 to PA2-6, PA3-1 to PA3-4, etc., and the variation pattern PB2 where the display result is "big hit". -1 to PB2-6, PB3-1 to PB3-4 and the like are available.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8B, in the present embodiment, reach effects such as normal reach and super reach A to E are executed. In this embodiment, the reach effect is also referred to as a suggestion effect that suggests that the jackpot state is controlled. The reliability (big hit reliability) when each reach is executed is represented by the number of black stars in FIG. 8 (B). Normal reach <Super reach E <Super reach D <Super reach C <Super reach B <The order is higher in the order of Super Reach A. In addition, a reach that is determined to be a big hit may be provided.

In this embodiment, the super reach is performed via the normal reach. In addition, during the reach production of Super Reach, a development production that develops (promotes) to a more reliable reach may be executed. Fluctuation pattern PA3-1 to shown in FIG. 8 (A)
The fluctuation patterns PB3-1 to PB3-4 and the like such as PA3-4 are fluctuation patterns corresponding to the execution of the development effect. In addition, although FIG. 8A shows a fluctuation pattern in which the reliability develops to a super reach one step higher, a fluctuation pattern in which the reliability develops by two or more steps is also provided. Further, a variation pattern in which the development effect is executed a plurality of times may be provided.

In this embodiment, except for the normal reach having the lowest reliability, the title of the reach is notified at a predetermined timing after the reach is established. FIG. 8 (B)
As shown in, the notification mode of the title differs depending on the type of reach. In particular,
Super Reach E, which has the lowest reliability among Super Reach, is notified of the title of the reach only by display, and other Super Reach is notified of the title by display and voice. In this way, the title notification is executed by more production devices in the reach with high reliability than in the reach with low reliability. As a result, the player's expectation can be effectively fueled and the effect of the effect is improved. In addition, the notification mode of the title may be arbitrarily changed depending on the reliability or regardless of the reliability. Further, even in the same reach effect, the notification mode may be different depending on the actual display result and the like. In addition, the font (Gothic, Mincho, etc.) and typeface (Semi-cursive, regular script, etc.) of the title characters may be different depending on the type of reach.

The notification of the title of the reach (title notification) is not limited to the one indicating the title itself such as the name of the reach, and may indicate the name of the character appearing in the reach production, the production content of the reach production, and the like.

(Example of production operation of feature section 31AK)
Subsequently, an example of the effect operation in the present embodiment will be described. The following effect operation is executed by the effect control CPU 120 executing the effect control process process based on the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. 9 and 10 are diagrams showing an example of a super reach effect operation according to the present embodiment. FIG. 9A shows that variable display of decorative symbols is executed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” of the image display device 5. .. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 9B, "left" and "
The decorative pattern showing the number 7 on the right side stops, and the reach mode is established. After that, the production branches according to the type of reach.

(Super Reach A)
In the case of Super Reach A, as shown in FIG. 9C, the character 31AK001, which is a ally character, is displayed on the image display device 5, and the reach effect is started. here,
For example, an animation using the character 31AK001 is displayed. When a predetermined period has passed since the start of the super reach effect, such as the end of the introduction part of the super reach effect (also referred to as the super reach effect), the entire screen of the image display device 5 is as shown in FIG. 9 (D). Super Reach A title 31AK002 (Here, "SP Reach A"
The title of Super Reach A is notified by outputting the sound corresponding to the title name of Reach (here, “Super Reach A”) from the speaker 8. After that, the title 31AK002 of Super Reach A is erased, and as shown in FIG. 9 (E), the enemy character character 31AK003 is displayed, and the character 31AK is displayed.
The dialogue 31AK004 of 001 is displayed, and the subsequent part of the reach effect of the super reach A in which the character 31AK001 and the character 31AK003 confront each other is executed. The production in which the characters confront each other is also called a battle production, and in the battle production, if the ally character wins, it becomes a big hit, and if the ally character loses, it becomes a loss.

When displaying the dialogue on the image display device 5 during the super reach effect, the speaker 8
The voice corresponding to the dialogue may be output from. Further, the dialogue is not limited to being displayed in a balloon as shown in FIG. 9E, and may be displayed in subtitles at the lower part of the image display device 5.

(Super Reach B)
In the case of Super Reach B, as shown in FIG. 9C, the character 31AK001 is displayed on the image display device 5 and the reach effect is started. Here, for example, an animation using the character 31AK001 is displayed. When a predetermined period of time has passed since the start of the super reach effect, such as the end of the introduction part of the super reach effect, FIG. 9 (F)
As shown in, the title 31AK005 of Super Reach B is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5.
(Here, the character "SP reach B") is displayed, and the sound corresponding to the title name of the reach (here, "Super reach B") is output from the speaker 8, so that the title of super reach B is changed. Be notified. After that, Super Reach B title 31AK00
5 is erased, and as shown in FIG. 9 (G), the character 31AK006, which is an enemy character, is displayed, the dialogue 31AK004 of the character 31AK001 is displayed, and the reach effect of the super reach B in which the character 31AK001 and the character 31AK006 confront each other. The following part of is executed.

As described above, in the super reach A and the super reach B, the title of the reach is notified when a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of the super reach effect. By doing so, the title can be notified after the introduction portion of the super reach effect is shown to the player, so that the effect of the title notification can be enhanced.

In addition, Super Reach A (Fig. 9 (C) → (D) → (E) ...) and Super Reach B (
In FIG. 9 (C) → (F) → (G) ...), the super reach effect is executed in a common effect mode in the introduction part until the title is notified ( FIG. 9 (C
)). By doing so, it is possible to draw the player's attention to which super reach will be achieved after the super reach production is started and which title will be notified. Super Reach A and Super Reach B are not limited to completely sharing the production mode until the title is notified, and it is possible to determine which Super Reach will be achieved by paying close attention to the production. The parts may be made to have a common production mode. For example, in the introduction part of Super Reach A and Super Reach B, perform a super reach effect (for example, an effect that displays an enemy character or suggests an enemy character) in a manner related to the title notified thereafter. It may be. By doing this, the production effect is improved,
Players will pay attention to the production. In this way, the title notification may be executed after making it possible to identify which super reach will be achieved.

(Super Reach D)
In the case of Super Reach D, as shown in FIG. 9H, the title 31AK007 of Super Reach D (here, the characters “SP Reach D”) is located in a part of the center of the image display device 5.
Is displayed, and the sound corresponding to the title name of the reach from the speaker 8 (here, ""
Defeat the enemy ") is output, and the title of Super Reach D is notified. In this way, in Super Reach D, the title is notified at the start of the Super Reach effect. Further, under the title 31AK007, an expectation degree suggestion display 31AK008 that suggests the expectation degree of the reach is displayed. Expectation is represented by the number of black stars, as shown in FIG. 9 (H). Here, the degree of expectation is the degree of expectation that is a big hit, but it does not have to completely match the degree of jackpot reliability of reach.

It should be noted that the voice notification of Super Reach D does not notify the title name as it is, but notifies the content of the reach. As described above, in this embodiment, the notification mode of the title notification by voice is different depending on the type of reach. As a result, the notification mode of the title notification becomes various and the interest is improved.

After the title is notified in Super Reach D, the character 31AK001 is displayed on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 9 (I). At this time, title 31AK0
07 and the expectation degree suggestion display 31AK008 continue to be reduced and displayed in the upper right portion of the image display device 5. By doing so, the player can grasp the degree of expectation of the reach even during the reach production. Although FIG. 9 (I) shows the same effect contents as those in FIG. 9 (C) (Super Reach A, Super Reach B), a super reach effect dedicated to Super Reach D may be executed.

After that, as shown in FIG. 9 (J), the character 31AK009, which is an enemy character, is displayed, and the dialogue 31AK004 of the character 31AK001 is displayed, or the character 31
The reach effect of Super Reach D, in which AK001 and character 31AK009 confront each other, is executed.

(Super Reach E)
In the case of Super Reach E, as shown in FIG. 10A, the title 31AK010 of Super Reach E (here, the character “SP Reach E”) is displayed in a part of the upper left of the image display device 5. As a result, the title of Super Reach E is notified. In Super Reach E, the title is not notified by voice. In addition to the display of the title 31AK010, the character 31AK001 and the enemy character 31AK011 are displayed, the dialogue 31AK004 of the character 31AK001 is displayed, and the reach effect of the super reach E in which the character 31AK001 and the character 31AK011 confront each other is displayed. Will be executed. In this way, in Super Reach E, the title is notified along with the progress of the reach production. In Super Reach E, the title 31AK010 continues to be displayed during the reach production.

In the reach production of Super Reach E, which has low jackpot reliability, it is possible to prevent the player from giving an excessive sense of expectation by notifying the title without stopping the progress of the reach production. On the other hand, in the reach production of Super Reach A, Super Reach B, and Super Reach D, the progress of the reach production is stopped and the title is notified (FIGS. 9 (D), (F),
H)). By doing so, the title notification according to the super reach effect can be executed, and the effect of the effect is improved. In addition, even in the super reach production such as super reach A, super reach B, and super reach D, the title notification may be performed without stopping the progress of the reach. Further, contrary to this embodiment, in the reach production of the super reach having high jackpot reliability, the title notification may be performed without stopping the progress of the reach production. In the reach production of super reach with low jackpot reliability, the progress of the reach production may be stopped to notify the title.

(Title notification timing)
As described above, in this embodiment, in Super Reach A and Super Reach B, the title is notified after a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of Super Reach production, and in Super Reach D and Super Reach E, Super Reach production is performed. The title is notified at the start. By doing so, the title notification according to the reach effect can be executed, and the effect of the effect is improved. In this embodiment, in Super Reach A and Super Reach B having high jackpot reliability, the title is notified after a predetermined period has passed after the start of the super reach production, and Super Reach D and Super Reach having low jackpot reliability are notified. In E, the title was notified at the start of the super reach production, but in the case of reach with high jackpot reliability, the title is notified at the start of super reach production, and in the case of reach with low jackpot reliability, super The title may be notified after a predetermined period of time has elapsed after the reach effect.

(Title display area)
Further, in this embodiment, in Super Reach A and Super Reach B, the title is notified on the entire screen (first area) of the image display device 5, and in Super Reach D and Super Reach E, the image display device 5 is notified. The title is notified in a part of the screen (second area) of. By doing so, the title notification according to the reach effect can be executed, and the effect of the effect is improved. In particular, in the case of reach with high jackpot reliability, title notification is executed in a wider display area than in the case of reach with low reliability, so that effective title notification becomes possible. The title notification on the entire screen of the image display device 5 may be one in which the title is displayed in a size that fits in the entire screen, or the title is displayed there with the entire background as the background for title notification. Things (Title notification using the entire screen)
And so on. Further, the display areas for performing title notification may be different between Super Reach A and Super Reach B, and the display areas for performing title notification may be different between Super Reach D and Super Reach E.

The method of changing the display area for performing the title notification according to the reach effect is not limited to the example of this embodiment, and the display area for performing the title notification may be arbitrarily changed according to the reach effect. For example, in the case of reach with high jackpot reliability, title notification may be executed in a narrower display area than in the case of reach with low reliability. Further, when the display area for performing the title notification is different according to the reach effect, the display area may be different as in this embodiment, or the display location may be different.

(Expectation suggestion display)
In this embodiment, in the title notification in Super Reach A and Super Reach B having high jackpot reliability, the expectation suggestion display is not displayed, and Super Reach D having a lower jackpot reliability than Super Reach A and Super Reach B is displayed. In the title notification in, the expectation suggestion display was displayed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the production from becoming dull. Further, in the title notification in Super Reach E, which has a lower jackpot reliability than Super Reach D, the expectation degree suggestion display is not displayed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the sense of expectation by displaying the expectation suggestion display indicating that the reliability is low in the reach with low reliability. In addition, Super Reach A, Super Reach B
, The expectation suggestion display may be displayed in at least a part of Super Reach E.

As shown in FIG. 9H and the like, the expectation degree suggestion display is not limited to the one indicated by the number of black stars, and the expectation degree may be suggested by a meter or a gauge, and corresponds to the expectation degree. You may want to display the numerical value. Further, as shown in FIG. 9H and the like, when the number of black stars is used, half of the black stars may be displayed so that the number of steps of the degree of expectation may be increased.

(Title display end timing)
Further, in this embodiment, in Super Reach A and Super Reach B, after the title is displayed, the title is deleted and the super reach effect is executed. As a result, in Super Reach A and Super Reach B, attention can be paid to the reach effect. Further, in Super Reach D and Super Reach E, after the title is displayed, the title is continuously displayed until the determined effect described later is executed. As a result, in Super Reach D and Super Reach E, the type of reach can be grasped even during the super reach production. Further, by doing the above, the title notification according to the reach effect can be executed and the effect of the effect is improved. The title display end timing may be arbitrarily changed in order to improve the effect of the effect.

Although the production operation of the reach effect of Super Reach C is omitted here, for example, the title notification and the expectation degree suggestion display according to the jackpot reliability may be executed.

(Decisive production)
After each reach effect is executed, when the timing for deriving the display result (the final stage of the variable display) is reached, a determined effect for notifying whether or not the display result becomes a "big hit" is executed. The deciding effect includes a deciding effect indicating that the display result is a "big hit" and a display result of "missing".
Includes a decisive effect that indicates that. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10B, a determination effect in which the image 31AK012 is displayed on the image display device 5 is executed. After that, if the display result is "big hit", the image 31AK013 showing that the ally character has won is displayed as shown in FIG. 10 (C), and the big hit combination is displayed as shown in FIG. 10 (D). A fixed decorative pattern is derived. If the display result is "missing", an image showing that the ally character has been defeated is displayed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a reach loss combination is derived.

In this embodiment, even if the title is continuously notified even during the reach production, the notification of the title is terminated before the determined production is executed. As a result, it is possible to draw attention to the determined production, and it is possible to execute a sharp title notification.

In the effect operation examples shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, during the reach effect of the super reach, the decorative pattern is reduced in the lower right portion of the image display device 5 to execute the variable display, but during the reach effect. The way of displaying the decorative pattern of is arbitrary. For example, the decorative pattern may not be displayed during the reach effect, or the display mode (size, position, shade, number, etc.) may be different depending on the type of reach effect.

When the image display device 5 displays a hold display, an active display, a character that is residently displayed during variable display, and a display related to mobile interlocking, it is appropriately hidden during the reach effect of Super Reach in order to pay attention to the reach effect. May be. At that time, these displays may be left displayed during a low-reliability reach effect such as Super Reach E. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player from being overly expected by the low-reliability reach production, and it is possible to draw attention to the reach production in the high-reliability reach production.

(Development production)
Subsequently, an example of the effect operation when the development effect is executed will be described. As shown in FIG. 11 (A), when the development effect is executed while the reach effect of Super Reach D is being executed (the title notification of Super Reach D is being executed), FIG. 11 (B) shows. As shown, the reach effect is interrupted and the screen is torn. After that, when developing into Super Reach A, as shown in FIG. 11C, the title of Super Reach A is notified, and the reach effect of Super Reach A is executed. When developing into Super Reach B, as shown in FIG. 11D, the title of Super Reach B is notified, and the reach effect of Super Reach is executed. In this way, when the development effect is executed, the title notification of the reach of the development source is switched to the title notification of the reach of the development destination, so that it becomes easy to understand which reach has been developed. As shown in FIG. 11, when the reach of the development destination is the reach of performing title notification by display and voice, the title notification by display and voice is executed again.

The development effect is not limited to the example shown in FIG. 11 (B), and may be an effect in which the screen is gradually cracked and cracked, or a sandstorm (display as if it has failed) is displayed. You may do so. By making such an effect, it is possible to perform an unexpected effect. In addition, there may be a development effect of Gase, such as a production in which the screen gradually cracks but the reach does not develop.

(Expectation suggestion production)
In the production operation example shown in FIG. 9 (H), the black star indicating the expectation degree was displayed from the beginning on the expectation degree suggestion display 31AK008, but five white stars were displayed first and gradually. The expectation suggestion effect that suggests the expectation by becoming a black star may be executed.

For example, as shown in FIG. 12A, when notifying the title of Super Reach D, the expectation degree suggestion display 31AK021 of five white stars is displayed first. And FIG. 12 (B)
As shown in FIG. 12, a black star 31AK022 larger than the star of the expectation suggestion display 31AK021 is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 12C, the black star 31AK022 moves and the expectation suggestion display 3
An effect that fits in one of the white stars of 1AK021 is executed. At this time, a voice "pin" indicating that the number of black stars indicating the degree of expectation has increased is output from the speaker 8. FIG. 12 (
As shown in D) and (E), the same effect is repeated a number of times corresponding to the expected degree of reach. At this time, the sound (volume, scale, etc.) output from the speaker 8 each time it is repeated (for each number of stars).
The sound quality, etc.) may be changed step by step. When the number of black stars corresponding to the expectation is settled in the expectation suggestion display 31AK021, as shown in FIG. 12 (F), the black stars are highlighted as if they shine. By doing so, it becomes easy to understand that the expectation suggestion effect has been completed.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 12A to 12F, the black stars are displayed one by one and the expectation degree indicated by the expectation degree suggestion display is increased by one step, but two or more black stars are displayed. It may be displayed and the degree of expectation may be raised by two or more steps. Also, a half black star may be displayed to raise the degree of expectation by half a step. In this case, different sounds may be output or the same sound may be output depending on the number of displayed stars (the number of steps of the rising expectation). For example, the same sound may be output when a half black star is displayed and when one black star is displayed. The same sound may be output when two and a half black stars are displayed and when three and a half black stars are displayed. In addition, audio may not be output. By doing so, the expectation suggestion effect becomes various and the effect is improved. In addition, regardless of the number of steps of expectation that increases at one time, the same image of the black star is displayed, it fits in the white star of the expectation suggestion display, and the number of black stars increases according to the number of steps of expectation that increases. You may try to perform such an effect.

(Direction mode)
There may be a plurality of effect modes in the effect device such as the image display device 5, the speaker 8, and the game effect lamp 9. In different effect modes, even if the same command (for example, a command for designating a variation pattern) is transmitted from the main board 11, the effect based on the command is executed in different effect modes. In each effect mode, the background, characters, motifs, sounds output from the speaker 8 and the like displayed on the image display device 5 may be different. The effect mode may be automatically changed according to the number of variable displays and the game state, or may be changed by the operation of the player.

12 (G) to 12 (L) are examples of the effect operation of the title notification and the expectation suggestion effect when the normal mode and the special mode are provided as the effect modes. In the normal mode, the title notification and the expectation degree suggestion effect are executed as shown in FIGS. 12A to 12F. In the special mode, the reach effect based on the fluctuation pattern of the super reach D is the reach effect of the super reach D2, which is different from the reach effect of the super reach D. Therefore, when the fluctuation pattern of Super Reach D is specified, FIG. 12 (G)
), The title 31AK023 of Super Reach D2 is displayed. At this time, the sound corresponding to the title name of the reach is output from the speaker 8, but the sound different from the normal mode (for example, the sound having a different voice color) is output. Further, the expectation degree suggestion display 31AK024 in Super Reach D2 is not a star shape but a rhombus shape.

After that, as shown in FIG. 12 (H), a black rhombus 31AK025 larger than the star of the expectation suggestion display 31AK024 is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 12 (I), a black rhombus 31AK025.
Is moved so that it fits in one of the white diamonds of the expectation suggestion display 31AK024. At this time, the speaker 8 outputs a voice "pon" indicating that the black rhombus indicating the degree of expectation has increased. As shown in FIGS. 12 (J) and 12 (K), the same effect is repeated a number of times corresponding to the expected degree of reach. When the number of black rhombuses corresponding to the expectation is settled in the expectation degree suggestion display 31AK024, the black rhombuses are highlighted as shown in FIG. 12 (L). In this way, depending on the effect mode (state when the reach effect is executed) determined according to the player's selection, the game state, etc., the effect is diversified by changing the notification mode of the title. improves.

FIG. 12 shows an example of the effect operation when the fluctuation pattern of the super reach D is specified, but other reach effects (title notification, expectation suggestion effect) depending on the effect mode (state when the reach effect is executed). (Including) may be made different. Depending on the effect mode (state when the reach effect is executed), whether or not to notify the reach title and the execution rate of the title notification may be different. For example, when a predetermined effect mode is selected, the reach title may not be notified. By doing so, it is possible to execute an effect according to the player's preference, and the effect of the effect is improved.

In this embodiment, the expectation is suggested by the number of black stars in the expectation suggestion display, and the expectation suggestion effect that gradually increases the number of black stars is executed. The expectation suggestion effect may be executed to gradually reduce the number of indications suggesting. Such an expectation degree suggestion effect may be executed in addition to the expectation degree suggestion effect of this embodiment, or may be executed instead.

(Other examples of development production)
In the case of executing the expectation suggestion effect for gradually increasing the display indicating the expectation of the expectation suggestion display, the development effect may be executed after increasing the display indicating the expectation.
In this case, when the display indicating the degree of expectation is increased after the development effect, the display to be increased may be displayed at once instead of stepwise. For example, as shown in FIG. 13 (A), after the title of Super Reach D is notified and the effect of gradually increasing the number of black stars is completed, the button on the image display device 5 is displayed as shown in FIG. 13 (B). The development effect in which the image 31AK031 is displayed is executed. Here, when the operation to the push button 31B is detected, as shown in FIG. 13C, the title 31AK032 of Super Reach C (here, ""
The title of Super Reach C is notified by displaying the letters "SP Reach C"). In this way, when the development effect is executed, the title notification of the reach of the development source is switched to the title notification of the reach of the development destination, so that it becomes easy to understand which reach has been developed. Further, under the title 31AK032, the expectation suggestion display 31AK033 in which the number of black stars is three is highlighted. Even if the number of black stars increases by two or more, they are displayed at once. In addition, after the movable body 32 operates, the development effect in which the title and the expectation degree suggestion display change may be executed.

(Notice production)
In this embodiment, as a notice effect, a title notice for notifying the jackpot reliability is executed according to a title notification mode (for example, the display color of the title). For example, as shown in FIG. 14 (A), the title 31AK036 of the super reach A is displayed in black, and the sound corresponding to the title name of the reach is output from the speaker 8, so that the title of the super reach A is notified. After that, the title 31 is shown in FIG. 14 (B).
The title notice that the display color of AK036 changes to red is executed. In this way, when the title notice is not executed, the title is displayed in black, and when the title notice is executed, the title is displayed in a color other than black. In the title notice shown in FIG. 14,
The display mode (display color) of the title may change after the reach title is notified by voice. By doing so, it is possible to enhance the effect of the advance notice effect. The timing at which the title is displayed in a color other than black is not limited to this, and the title may be displayed in a color other than black from the start of display.

In addition, when the title notice that the display mode (display color) of the title changes is executed,
After the display mode of the title is changed, the sound corresponding to the displayed mode after the change may be output. By doing so, it is possible to enhance the effect of the advance notice effect. Further, the title notification by voice may be executed after the display mode (display color) of the title is changed. In this case, the sound may be output according to the display mode (display color) of the title after the change.

(Execution timing of title notification)
It is preferable that the notification of the title during reach is executed at a timing other than the execution timing of the effect (specific effect) that is controlled to the jackpot advantageous state and the expectation level is improved, such as the advance notice effect and the development effect. By doing so, once the title is notified, an effect of improving the degree of expectation can be executed, so that the player's sense of expectation can be maintained.

FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the advance notice effect determination process for determining whether or not the advance notice effect is executed and the effect mode. The advance notice effect determination process is executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the variable display start setting process of step S171 of FIG. 7. In the advance notice effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variation pattern specified from the command transmitted from the main board 11 is the variation pattern of the super reach (step 31AKS001).
).

In the case of a fluctuation pattern of super reach (step 31AKS001; Yes)
, The display color of the title of Super Reach (whether or not the title notice is executed) is determined (step 31AKS002).

In step 31AKS002, the display color of the title of Super Reach is determined, for example, at the determination ratio shown in FIG. 16A, depending on whether the display result is “big hit” or “missing”. The display colors of the Super Reach titles are "black" and "" as shown in FIG. 16 (A).
Things that change from "red", "black" to "red", things that change from "black" to "fruit pattern", "
Those that change from "red" to "fruit pattern" are provided, and the jackpot reliability is high in this order (ascending order). That is, the jackpot reliability differs depending on the timing of the change in the display color of the title. By doing so, the player pays attention to the change timing of the display color of the title, and the effect of the effect is improved.

In the "fruit pattern", the characters of the title may be displayed in bold and the characters themselves may be the "fruit pattern", or the background portion of the display area of the title may be the "fruit pattern". .. There may be a pattern displayed as a "fruit pattern" from the beginning. For those whose display color changes, as shown in FIG. 14, the display color may change after the title notification is executed. For those whose display color changes, there may be a plurality of timings at which the display color changes. Then, the jackpot reliability may be different depending on the timing at which the display color changes. Further, since the title display period differs depending on the type of super reach, the timing at which the display color changes may differ depending on the type of super reach. In the case of super reach (for example, super reach D or super reach E) in which the title display period is long, a plurality of changing timings may be provided and the change timing may be determined as one of them. Then, in the case of a super reach with a short title display period (for example, super reach A or super reach B), the number of changing timings may be one or less than the number of super reach with a long title display period.

When there are a normal mode and a special mode as the production mode, FIG. 16 (A) is in the normal mode.
) Is used to determine the title display color, and in the special mode, the title display color is determined at a rate different from that of the normal mode as shown in FIG. 16 (B). In the special mode, the display color pattern and the order of reliability may be different from those in the normal mode. In this way, by making the execution mode (display color and change timing of the display color) of the title notice different depending on the effect mode, the effect is diversified and the effect is improved.

In this embodiment, as a notice effect, a line notice for notifying the jackpot reliability is executed depending on the display mode of the character's lines (for example, the display color of the lines) in the reach effect of the super reach.

After determining the display color of the title of Super Reach, the display color of the character's dialogue in the reach production of Super Reach (whether or not the dialogue notice is executed) is determined (step 3).
1AKS003).

In step 31AKS003, the display color of the dialogue in the reach effect is determined, for example, at the determination ratio shown in FIG. 16C, depending on whether the display result is “big hit” or “missing”. As shown in FIG. 16C, the display colors of the lines in the reach production are "white" and "
Those that change from "red" and "white" to "red" are provided, and the jackpot reliability is high in this order (ascending order). That is, the jackpot reliability differs depending on the change timing of the display color of the dialogue. By doing so, the player pays attention to the change timing of the display color of the dialogue, and the effect of the effect is improved. If the display color changes, the display color may change after the dialogue is displayed. For those whose display color changes, there may be a plurality of timings at which the display color changes. Then, the jackpot reliability may be different depending on the timing at which the display color changes.

In addition, the jackpot reliability may be different depending on the combination of the title notice and the dialogue notice. For example, when the title notice and the dialogue notice include the same effect mode (display color), the jackpot reliability may be increased when the same effect mode is used.
Further, the jackpot reliability may be different depending on the combination of the change timing of the production mode between the title notice and the dialogue notice. For example, when the change timings are the same, the jackpot reliability may be higher than when the change timings are different, or the jackpot reliability may be different depending on which change comes first. By doing so, it is possible to pay attention to the timing of each change between the title notice and the dialogue notice.

When there are a normal mode and a special mode as the effect mode, the display color of the dialogue may be determined in the special mode at a ratio different from that in the normal mode. In the special mode, the display color pattern and the order of reliability may be different from those in the normal mode.

In addition, instead of the dialogue notice, a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability may be executed by changing the effect mode of the reach effect. In that case, in the advance notice effect, a plurality of change timings of the effect mode may be provided so that the jackpot reliability differs according to the change timing.

After determining the display color of the dialogue in the reach effect, or when it is determined that the pattern is not the fluctuation pattern of the super reach (step AK31S001; No), whether or not to execute the other advance notice effect and the effect mode are determined (step AK31S004). After that, 31AKS002-3
The determination result in 1AKS004 is saved in a predetermined area of RAM 122 (step AK31).
S005), the notice production determination process is completed.

In this embodiment, the title notice and the dialogue notice can be executed in the case of super reach, but the title notice is given in the case of a specific super reach (for example, other than the unreliable super reach). And at least one of the dialogue notices may be executable. Further, the title notice and the dialogue notice have been described as being determined by the determination ratio shown in FIG. 16, but the determination ratio is arbitrary, and for example, the determination ratio may be different depending on the type of super reach. By doing so, it is possible to execute the advance notice effect according to the type of reach, and the effect of the effect is improved.

In this embodiment, the number of feasible production modes (the number of display colors that can be displayed) differs between the title notice and the dialogue notice. By doing so, the production becomes diverse and the production effect is enhanced. In the title notice and the dialogue notice, the number of feasible production modes may be arbitrarily changed, and the number and types of feasible production modes may be the same. By doing so, a unified notice effect can be executed, and the player can easily grasp the jackpot reliability.

(Action production)
When the effect mode of the title notice and the dialogue notice changes, an effect indicating that the effect mode changes may be executed. For example, the action effect image may be displayed on the image display device 5, and the action effect that the image acts on at least one of the title and the dialogue may be executed. Then, after the action effect is executed, the effect mode (display color) of the title or dialogue may be changed. The effect mode (action effect image, etc.) of the action effect may be common regardless of whether it acts on the title or the dialogue. In addition, there may be a case where the effect mode of the title and the dialogue does not change even though the action effect is executed. When executing the action effect, the presence / absence of execution of the action effect, the execution timing, and the effect mode may be determined based on the decision results related to the title notice and the dialogue notice. Such a determination may be executed in the process of step AK31S004. For example, the rate at which at least one of the title notice and the dialogue notice changes (the rate at which the effect mode changes due to the action effect) may be different depending on the effect mode of the action effect, or may be different from the title notice. The rate of change in which production mode (ratio of action) may be different from that of the dialogue notice, or the rate of change in what color (in what stage) may be different. .. By executing such an action effect, the player will eventually be able to see the action effect image when it is displayed.
You will pay attention to whether it acts on the title or the dialogue, and the effect will be improved. When there are a plurality of effect modes, the presence / absence of execution of the action effect and the effect mode may be determined at different ratios depending on the effect mode. By doing so, it is possible to execute the action effect according to the effect mode, and the effect effect is improved.

As another example of such an action effect, at least one effect mode (display color) of any one of the title and the dialogue is obtained according to the effect content of the reach effect (for example, the effect content in the character movement and the battle effect). May change. By doing this
Players will pay attention to the content of the reach production.

The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the feature section 31AK, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the gist of the present invention. For example, all of the feature portions described in the above embodiment are not essential configurations and can be omitted as appropriate.

(Sub LCD)
As a sub-display device different from the image display device 5, a sub-liquid crystal may be provided on the game board 2 or the game machine frame 3. Although it is expressed as a sub liquid crystal here, the sub display device is an organic EL.
Or a dot matrix LED. The sub liquid crystal device may be fixed in the vicinity of the image display device 5, for example, or may be movable or retractable. In the sub liquid crystal, various effects such as a notice effect and a hold display are executed. For example, the title notification may be executed on the sub liquid crystal. When the title is continuously displayed even after the title is notified, as in the super reach D and the super reach E of the above embodiment, the title and the expectation degree suggestion display may be displayed on the sub liquid crystal.
In this case, after notifying the title on the image display device 5, the title and the expectation suggestion display may be displayed on the sub liquid crystal. By doing so, the image display device 5
The title and the expectation suggestion display can be displayed without hindering the super reach effect in the above, and the title and the expectation suggestion display are also easy to understand.

In the above embodiment, an example in which the present invention is applied to the notification of the title of the reach effect as the suggestion effect has been described, but the title notification related to other effects (notification that mainly displays characters)
The present invention may be applied to. For example, as a notice effect (for example, a look-ahead notice effect), when a look-ahead zone effect for shifting to a plurality of zones (stage, effect mode, etc.) in which the background image and the effect mode are different in the image display device 5 is executed, the shifted zone The present invention may be applied to the title notification of. When presenting a mission ("Reach with 7", "Eliminate enemies with a stick controller", etc.) and perform a mission production that will be in an advantageous state for the player when the mission is completed. The present invention may be applied to the title notification of a mission.

(Modification example 1 of feature portion 31AK)
In the above embodiment, when it is time to derive the display result, the display result is a "big hit".
A deciding effect for notifying whether or not the result is satisfied is executed, and then the display result is shown (FIGS. 10B to 10D). Instead of such a decision effect, when the predetermined timing before deriving the display result is reached, the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B
Even if the display result is displayed by executing the operation effect that prompts the operation of, and if a predetermined operation is detected during the operation valid period, the victory or defeat of the battle effect is displayed or the display result is temporarily stopped. Good. By doing so, since the display result is displayed according to the operation of the player, the player's motivation to participate in the game can be increased, and the interest is improved.

17 and 18 are diagrams showing an example of super reach effect operation in a modified example in which an operation effect is executed and a display result is shown according to the operation. As shown in FIG. 17 (A), after the image display device 5 is in the reach mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (B), the ally character 31AK041 and the enemy character 31AK042 are displayed. As shown in FIGS. 17 (C) to 17 (F) and FIGS. 18 (G) to 18 (I), the character 31A
The reach effect in which K041 and the character 31AK042 confront each other is executed.

Along with the reach effect, as shown in FIG. 17C, a small button image 31AK043 and a regulation line 31AK044 superimposed on the small button image 31AK043 are displayed at the lower right of the image display device 5. As a result, the operation effect using the push button 31B is executed, but it is suggested that the reception of the operation is currently restricted.

In this modification, a plurality of types of operation effect images indicating that the operation effect is executed are prepared. Then, the jackpot reliability differs depending on which operation effect image is displayed and the operation effect is executed. In addition, the image indicating that the operation effect is executed during the reach effect may change to a more reliable mode.

For example, as shown in FIG. 17 (D), the praying character 31AK045 is displayed, and FIG. 1
As shown in 7 (E), the praying character 31AK045 is pleased with the character 31AK046.
The small button image 31AK043 changes to the large button image 31AK047.

After that, as shown in FIG. 18 (H), the cannon 31AK048 is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 18 (I), the effect 31AK049 in which a bullet is fired from the cannon 31AK048 is displayed, and the bullet hits the large button image 31AK047. The effect 31AK050 is displayed. Then, the large button image 31AK047 changes to the stick image 31AK051.

As described above, in this modification, when the operation effect image changes, the action effect indicating that the operation effect image changes is executed. In addition, the operation effect image may change without the action effect. In addition, the operation effect image may not change even though the action effect is executed. The rate at which the operation effect image changes may differ depending on the type of action effect.

Then, as shown in FIG. 18J, the regulation line 31 is before the predetermined time from which the display result is derived.
AK044 is erased, and as shown in FIG. 18K, the stick image 31AK051 is enlarged and displayed in the center, and a display prompting the operation of pulling the stick controller 31A is displayed. Further, at this time, the operation on the stick controller 31A becomes an effective operation valid period.

Here, when the operation of pulling the stick controller 31A is detected, an image 31AK052 showing that the ally character has won is displayed as shown in FIG. 18 (L). afterwards,
At the end of the fluctuation time, as shown in FIG. 18 (M), a definite decorative symbol that is a jackpot combination is derived. If the operation is not detected within the predetermined operation valid period, the image shown in FIG. 18 (L) is automatically displayed.

In this modification, there are a small button image, a large button image, and a stick image as operation effect images, and when an operation effect using these images is executed in the order of small button image <large button image <stick image. The jackpot reliability of is high. Even if a low-reliability operation effect image is displayed, it may change to a highly reliable operation effect image during the reach effect, so that the effect is improved and the player's expectation is increased. Can be maintained.

Although the reach title notification and the expectation suggestion display are omitted in the effect operation examples shown in FIGS. 17 and 18, they are appropriately performed in parallel with the reach effect and operation effect shown in FIGS. 17 and 18. It may be executed. The determination regarding the operation effect and the operation effect image (presence / absence of operation effect, display of operation effect image, presence / absence of action effect, etc.) may be executed in step 31AKS004 of FIG.

(Modification example 2 of feature portion 31AK)
A suggestion display suggesting the degree of expectation of control to an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state may be performed. For example, the shutter effect of performing the first suggestion display and the reach title effect of performing the second suggestion display may be executed. In the shutter effect, an effect of covering the screen with the shutter display is executed after the variable display is started. Further, in the reach title production, an effect of displaying the reach title indicating the development destination of the reach effect is executed after the reach. When displaying either the shutter display or the reach title display, a specific image may be included and displayed. The reach title effect may be the same as the title notice of the above embodiment, or may be another effect determined by another process.

The specific image is an image with high jackpot reliability that is displayed including a plurality of types of elements in the image. As multiple types of elements, a banana image of element E1, a melon image of element E2,
An apple image of element E3, a watermelon image of element E4, and a strawberry image of element E5 are included. A fruit pattern image composed of these elements E1 to E5 is a specific image. In both the shutter display and the reach title display, all of the elements E1 to E5 are displayed so as to be visible. Further, the display sizes of the elements E1 to E5 constituting the specific image are changed and displayed according to the difference in display size between the shutter display and the reach title display. Also,
All of the elements E1 to E5 are displayed so as to fit in each of the shutter display and the reach title display.

When the shutter effect is executed after the start of the variable display, when the fruit pattern image is displayed, the jackpot reliability is higher than when the fruit pattern image is not displayed. Also, when the reach title is displayed during the reach production, when the fruit pattern image is displayed,
The jackpot reliability is higher than when it is not displayed in the fruit pattern image. When the fruit pattern is not displayed, for example, a plain image that does not include each element E1 to E5 is displayed. In addition, it should be noted
An image pattern other than the fruit pattern image may be prepared as an image showing the jackpot reliability when the shutter effect and the reach title effect are executed. For example, a white image <blue image <red image <fruit pattern image may be prepared in the order of jackpot reliability (for example, a red shutter or a reach title in red letters). Then, any one image pattern may be selected by a predetermined random number lottery depending on whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit.

When the shutter display and the reach title are displayed, even when the fruit pattern is displayed, the speaker 8 notifies the speaker 8 to output a common sound (melody), and the game effect lamp 9 emits the light. The common sound and the emission control of the game effect lamp 9 indicate to the player that the fruit pattern is a special image. When performing such shutter display and reach title display, common notification for the fruit pattern is executed.
Further, in the reach title display, a specific sound (voice) is further output after the common notification. The output periods of the common sound and the specific sound may partially overlap.

FIG. 19 is a display screen view when the shutter effect and the reach title effect are executed. As shown in FIG. 19A, when the shutter effect is executed, the shutter image 31AK061 is displayed at the start of the variable display on the image display device 5. In the shutter image 31AK061, an image of a fruit pattern including all the elements E1 to E5 is displayed. Also,
When the shutter effect is executed, the speaker 8 executes a notification to output a common sound (melody), and the game effect lamp 9 executes a notification. When the closed shutter is opened, as shown in FIG. 19B, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. The downward arrows indicate the variable display of the left, middle, and right symbols. When the variable display of the left symbol and the right symbol is temporarily stopped, the reach state is reached as shown in FIG. 19 (c).

Then, as shown in FIG. 19D, the super reach effect is started. The variable display is displayed small, for example, in the upper right corner of the screen, and the character is displayed on the left side of the screen. The reach title image 31AK062 is displayed at the lower right of the screen, and the content of the super reach to be executed is shown as the reach title display. In the reach title image 31AK062, the element E
An image of a fruit pattern including all of 1 to E5 is displayed. In addition, reach title image 31AK
In 062, the characters "battle reach" indicating that the reach effect accompanied by the battle effect is executed are displayed.

Further, when the reach title effect is executed, the speaker 8 executes a notification to output a common sound (melody), and the game effect lamp 9 executes a notification to emit light. further,
After outputting the common sound, an effect is executed in which the character emits a specific sound (voice) indicating that the jackpot reliability is high, such as "hot". Here, in the reach title effect, the size of the suggestion display to be displayed is smaller than that in the shutter effect. However, in this way, in the reach title production, by outputting a specific sound, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize that the fruit pattern image is displayed. Although the case where the output periods of the common sound and the specific sound are completely separated has been described, the output periods may partially overlap.

After that, the battle reach effect as shown in FIG. 19E is executed. Enemy characters are displayed on the left side of the screen, and ally characters are displayed on the right side of the screen. When the ally character wins the battle with the enemy character, the characters "Battle win!" Are displayed in the upper left of the screen. It is notified that the big hit has been confirmed by winning the battle. When the battle effect is completed, the screen returns to the variable display screen with the original number pattern. As shown in FIG. 19 (f), all the symbols are stopped and
The jackpot symbol of "777" is displayed.

As shown in FIGS. 19A and 19D, both the shutter image 31AK061 and the reach title image 31AK062 are displayed including all the elements E1 to E5 constituting the fruit pattern image. In this way, shutter images 31AK06 with different display sizes
A fruit pattern image can be preferably displayed in both 1 and the reach title image 31AK062. As a result, it is possible to accurately convey that the fruit pattern image with high jackpot reliability is displayed.

The display size of the shutter image 31AK061 shown in FIG. 19 (a) is shown in FIG. 19 (d).
) Is displayed larger than the display size of the reach title image 31AK062. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to the difference between the display size of the shutter image 31AK061 and the display size of the reach title image 31AK062.

Further, the shutter image 31AK061 shown in FIG. 19A and the reach title image 31AK062 shown in FIG. 19D are displayed at different timings. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the fruit pattern image, which is a specific image, from becoming difficult to see due to overlapping execution timings.

The determination regarding the shutter effect (presence / absence of shutter effect and effect mode) may be executed in step 31AKS004 of FIG. In that case, step 31AKS00 of FIG.
The determination related to the shutter effect may be made based on the determination result of the display color of the title in 2. For example, when the display color of the title is determined to be a fruit pattern, the shutter effect of the fruit pattern may be easily executed. In addition, the decision regarding the reach title effect is also combined with the decision regarding the shutter effect in step 31AKS004 of FIG.
It may be executed at.

(Explanation of feature section 121IW)
Next, the feature unit 121IW will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 20-1 and 20-2, the pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into an outer frame 12 formed in a vertically long rectangular frame shape.
1IW001a, a game board (gauge board) 2 (see FIG. 1) constituting the game board surface, and a game board 2
It is composed of a game machine frame (underframe) 121IW003 that supports and fixes the above. 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. Further, in the gaming machine frame 121IW003, a glass door frame 121IW003a having a glass window is centered on the left side of the gaming machine frame 121IW003.
It is rotatably provided between the door opening position for opening the front surface and the door closing position for closing the front surface, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 121IW003a. When closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

Further, the game machine frame 121IW003 can be opened by inserting the door key owned by the clerk of the game hall into a lock (not shown) and unlocking it, and the player other than the clerk can open the frame 121 for the game machine.
The IW003 and the glass door frame 121IW003a cannot be opened.

The main board 11 is a board case 121I configured to be openable by the first member and the second member.
It is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state of being stored in W201. In addition, the main board 1
1 is a setting key 121I for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state described later.
A setting changeover switch 121IW052 that functions as a setting switch for changing a setting value such as a jackpot winning probability (ball output rate), which will be described later, is provided in the setting change state.

The setting switching main body unit provided with the operation unit that can be operated by the player, such as the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052, is the board case 1 together with the main board 11.
It is housed in 21IW201, and the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 1
The 21IW052 is exposed to the back side through an opening formed in the right side of the back surface of the board case 121IW201 so that it can be operated without opening the board case 121IW201.

Board case 121IW2 with setting key 121IW051 and setting selector switch 52
Since 01 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is impossible to operate the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the front side when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed, and the game is played using a predetermined door key. The operation becomes possible by opening the machine frame 3. Further, since the setting key 121IW051 requires the operation of the setting key owned by the clerk of the amusement park or the like, only the clerk who possesses the setting key can operate the setting key 121IW051. The setting key 121IW051 is also a switch capable of executing an ON / OFF switching operation described later. Although the feature portion 121IW illustrates a form in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys, one key may be used in combination.

Further, in the substrate case 121IW201, a display monitor 121IW029 and a display changeover switch 121IW030 for switching the display of the display monitor 121IW029 are arranged. These display monitor 121IW029 and display changeover switch 121IW030
Is connected to the main board 11 and is arranged in the upper left portion of the board case 121IW201. That is, the display monitor 121IW029 and the display changeover switch 121IW03
0 is arranged in front of the board case 121IW201 when the main board 11 is visually recognized. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is not opened, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized is the back surface side of the gaming board 2 when the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is opened. This is the front when visually recognizing, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized and the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

As described above, the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 in the feature unit 121IW cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 3 is closed. There is a risk that the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 may be operated from the inside of the game island where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed. Therefore, in this feature unit 121IW, as shown in FIGS. 20-2 and 20-3, the outer frame 121
At the right end of IW001a, when the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is closed, the setting key 121I
A security cover 121IW500A that covers the right side of the board case 121IW201 including the W051 and the setting changeover switch 52 from the back side is attached. The curity cover 121IW500A includes a short piece 121IW500Aa facing in the front-rear direction and a long piece 12 extending from the rear end of the short piece 121IW500Aa toward the left side of the pachinko gaming machine 1.
It is a substantially L-shaped member including 1IW500Ab, and is composed of a plate-shaped synthetic resin material having transparency. The vertical dimensions of the short piece 121IW500Aa are the board case 121.
It is almost the same as the vertical dimension of the back plate of IW201. In addition, the security cover 121
The IW500A is fixed to the right end of the outer frame 121IW001a via the front end of the short piece 121IW500Aa.

As shown in FIG. 20-2, the long piece 121IW500Ab is a gaming machine frame 121IW0.
In the state where 03 is closed, the right side of the board case 121IW201 including the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is brought into contact with (or close to) the right part of the board case 121IW201 from the rear of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Cover from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 are inoperable by the long piece 121IW500Ab. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 20-3, in the state where the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is open, the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 move together with the gaming machine frame 121IW003 from the long piece 121IW500Ab. By separating them, the covering state of the long piece 121IW500Ab is released, and the operation becomes operable.

That is, the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 121IW is the gaming machine frame 121IW00.
In the state where 3 is closed, the security cover 121IW500A maintains the regulated state in which the operation of the operation unit including the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is restricted, while the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is opened. In this state, the above-mentioned restricted state by the security cover 121IW500A is released, and the operation of the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is allowed.

Since the board case 121IW201 is provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to access the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 when the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is closed. , Setting key 121I unless the clerk of the game hall opens the frame 121IW003 for the game machine with the door key.
The set value cannot be changed by operating W051 or the setting changeover switch 121IW052.

However, even if the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is closed in a state where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed on a gaming island (not shown) in the game field, for example, with another pachinko gaming machine adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. A setting key 121IW051 on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by allowing an illegal member such as a wire or a cell plate to enter between the gaming device such as a card unit or a spacer member installed between the machines and the pachinko gaming machine 1. And the setting changeover switch 121IW052 may cause fraudulent acts such as changing the set value. Therefore, the gaming machine frame 1
When the 21IW003 is closed, the security cover 121IW500A maintains the operation of the operation unit including the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 in a regulated state, whereby the above fraudulent activity can be suitably suppressed. ..

In addition, the game machine frame 121IW003 is closed, and the security cover 121IW500
Even in the regulated state where the back right side of the board case 121IW201 including the setting key 121IW051 and the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is covered by A, the main board 11 and the like housed in the board case 121IW201 can be seen through the transparent security cover 121IW500A. Therefore, it is possible to easily check the status of the mounting surface on the main board 11 on which electronic components such as the CPU 103 are mounted, the seal, and the like.

In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, and by using the RAM 102 as a work area, various processes for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are executed. Also, CPU10
In No. 3, all of the various random numbers used on the side of the main board 11 can be generated by executing the random number generation program.

In this feature unit 121IW, on the side of the main board 11, a random number value MR for determining a special figure display result is obtained.
In addition to 1, numerical data indicating each of the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, the random value MR4 for determining the normal map display result, and the random value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 , Controlled to be countable. In addition, random values other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. These random number values MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software update using different random counters in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100, or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various table data and the like used for controlling the progress of the game in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data that constitutes a plurality of determination tables shown in FIGS. 20-4 and 20-5, which are prepared by the CPU 103 for performing various determinations and determinations. Further, the ROM 101 contains table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used by the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main board 11, and a variation mode of each symbol in a variation display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol. A fluctuation pattern table or the like that stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is stored.

The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, the display result determination table (set value 1) shown in FIG. 20-4 (A), the display result determination table (set value 2) shown in FIG. 20-4 (B), and the like.
In addition to the display result determination table (set value 3) shown in FIG. 20-4 (C) and the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 20-5 (A), the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table (not shown) and the small hit variation pattern determination A table (not shown), a loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 20-6, a general figure display result determination table (not shown), a general figure variation pattern determination table (not shown), and the like are included.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 121IW has a winning probability of a big hit according to a set value (
It is said that the payout rate) changes. Specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, by using the display result determination table (winning probability) according to the set value,
The jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is changing. The set value consists of three stages of 1 to 3, with 1 having the lowest payout rate and increasing the value in the order of 1, 2 and 3 increasing the payout rate. That is, when 1 is set as the set value, the advantage is the lowest for the player and 2
The larger the value in the order of 3, the higher the advantage is. In this feature unit 121IW, the winning probability of a small hit is the same regardless of the set value.

(Display result judgment table)
20-4 (A) to 20-4 (C) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table corresponding to each set value. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with the MR1 is set. In each display result determination table, the variable special figure designation buffer is 1 (first), that is, the case where the first special symbol is the target of the variable display and the variable special figure designation buffer is 2 (second). That is, the second
A judgment value for a big hit and a judgment value for a small hit are set for each of the cases where the special symbol is the target of the variable display.

As shown in FIG. 20-4 (A), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 1 is used, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, that is, the first special symbol is the target of the variable display. In the case of, the jackpot is won with a lower probability (1/320 at the time of non-probability change, 1/32 at the time of probability change) than when the set values are "2" and "3". On the other hand, some of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, and the small hits are won with the same probability (1/99) as when the set values are "2" and "3". It is designed to do. When the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the variable special figure designation buffer is the first as a determination value corresponding to the big hit.
The same judgment value as in the case of is set, and even when the second special symbol is targeted for variable display, the same probability as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display (non-). 1 at the time of probability change
/ 320, 1/32 at the time of probability change) to win the big hit. On the other hand, since half of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, the probability (1/2) is higher than when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display. You will win the prize.

Further, as shown in FIG. 20-4 (B), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 2 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/300 at the time of non-probability change, 1/30 at the time of probability change) than in a certain case. on the other hand,
Some of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, and the set value is "
The small hit is won with the same probability (1/99) as in the case of "1" and "3".
Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even if is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display (1/300 for non-probability change, 1/30 for probability change). To do. On the other hand, since half of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, the probability is higher than when the first special symbol is the target of variable display, and the set value. Is "1"
, The small hit is won with the same probability (1/2) as in the case of "3".

Further, as shown in FIG. 20-4 (C), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 3 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability than the case of "2" (1/280 at the time of non-probability change, 1/28 at the time of probability change). On the other hand, some of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, and the small hits are won with the same probability (1/99) as when the set values are "1" and "2". It is designed to do. Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even if is the target of the variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability as when the first special symbol is the target of the variable display (1/280 at the time of non-probability change, 1/28 at the time of probability change). To do.
On the other hand, since half of these judgment values are set as judgment values corresponding to small hits, the probability is higher than when the first special symbol is the target of variable display, and the set value. The small hit is won with the same probability (1/2) as when is "1" and "2".

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and the value of MR1 corresponds to any of the jackpots shown in FIGS. 20-4 (A) to 20-4 (C). If it matches the hit judgment value, a big hit (big hit type A to big hit type C) is applied to the special symbol.
). Further, when MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hits shown in FIGS. 20-4 (A) to (C), it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. That is, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. In addition, Fig. 20-4
The "probability" shown in (A) to (C) is the probability of becoming a big hit (ratio) and the probability of becoming a small hit (
Percentage) is shown. Further, determining whether or not to make a jackpot means determining whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to control the small hit game state, but stop at the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 20-4, the case where the winning probability of the small hit is the same regardless of the set value is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, as in the case of the big hit winning probability, the small hit winning probability may be increased as the set value increases in the order of 1, 2, and 3. Further, in this case, the setting difference of the winning probability of the small hit may be the same ratio as the setting difference of the winning probability of the big hit. Specifically, if the probability of winning a small hit at the set value "1" is 1/100, the probability of winning a small hit at the set value "2" is 1.
Designed to be / 93.75, the winning probability of a small hit at the set value "3" is 1 / 87.
It may be set to 5.

Further, in a game machine without a small hit, the configuration shown by the feature unit 121IW may be applied.

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the CPU 103 determines whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit by using the display result determination table shown in FIGS. 20-4 (A) to (C). A big hit judgment table and a small hit judgment table are provided separately, and the big hit judgment is made depending on whether the first special symbol is a variable display or the second special symbol is a variable display regardless of the variable special symbol designation buffer. A common table may be used, and the small hit may be determined using separate tables depending on whether the variable special figure designation buffer is the first or the second.

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the case where the advantage is higher in the order of the set value "1"<set value "2"<set value "3" is shown. For example, the order of the advantage is ranked according to the gaming state. May be configured to change. For example, it is applied to a game machine that is controlled to a high probability / high base state, maintains a high probability / high base state until the next big hit occurs, and is configured to obtain a certain amount of prize balls in a small hit game. In this example, as shown in Fig. 20-4, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, a small hit occurs with a high probability of 1/2 and a prize ball is likely to be obtained. In a specific game state (high probability / high base state in this example), unlike other game states, a big hit is unlikely to occur (high probability / high base state is likely to continue). The value "1" may be set to have the highest advantage.

Further, for example, the same probability change is applied to a game machine in which the probability change state ends based on the execution of the variation display of a predetermined number of times (the number of times the probability change ends) after being controlled to the probability change state (high probability state). If it is the number of ends, the probability variation continuation rate (consecutive villa rate) may be increased in the order of set value "1"<set value "2"<set value "3".

The feature unit 121IW provides a total of three set values of 1 to 3 as set values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine is not limited to this. The set value that can be set to 1 may be 2 or 4 or more.

(Big hit type judgment table)
FIG. 20-5 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the feature unit 121IW, the jackpot type is determined by using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening (that is, when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed). In the case of determining the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning in the second start winning opening (that is, when the variable display of the second special symbol is performed).
Although it is configured to use a common jackpot type determination table, different tables may be provided so that the ratio of which jackpot type is determined is different.

In the jackpot type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type is selected from the jackpot type A to the jackpot type C based on the random number (MR2) for determining the jackpot type. A table referenced to determine one.

In the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 20-5 (A), the determination values corresponding to the random numbers (MR2) for determining the jackpot type are assigned to each set value, but they are assigned to simplify the explanation. The ratio of the determined judgment values is shown. That is, jackpot type A for each set value
The ratio of which of the jackpot type C is judged is shown. It should be noted that FIG. 20-, which will be described later.
The loss variation pattern determination table shown in 6 and the non-reach loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20-7 are also actually assigned determination values corresponding to random numbers, but in order to simplify the explanation, the determination values are actually assigned. The percentage of the assigned judgment values is shown.

As shown in FIG. 20-5 (A), the set value is "1" in the jackpot type determination table.
If, the percentage determined to be the jackpot type C is high, if the set value is "2", the percentage determined to be the jackpot type B is high, and if the set value is "3", the jackpot type A is selected. Judgment values are assigned so that the rate of determination is high.

Here, the jackpot type in the feature unit 121IW will be described with reference to FIG. 20-5 (B). In the feature portion 121IW, the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period in the jackpot game are determined for each jackpot type. Has been done.

The fanfare period is, for example, a period during which the jackpot opening preprocessing of step S114 is executed on the main board 11 side, and after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the effect control board 12, the start of the jackpot game state is started. This is the period during which the fanfare effect is executed as the effect effect to be notified.

The interval period is, for example, a period during which the post-opening process of the jackpot in step S116 is executed on the main board 11 side, and is next after the round of opening the jackpot on the effect control board 12 side is completed. This is the period during which the interval effect is executed as the effect operation for notifying the start of the round.

The ending period is, for example, a period during which the jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed on the main board 11 side, and the ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed on the effect control board 12 side. It is a period to be done.

As shown in FIG. 20-5 (B), the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period are the longest in the case of the jackpot type A, then the longest in the case of the jackpot type B, and the longest in the case of the jackpot type C. It is set to be short.

As described above, in the feature unit 121IW, when the set value is "1", the ratio of determining the jackpot type C is high, so that the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period tend to be relatively short. On the other hand, when the set value is "3", the jackpot type A
Since the rate of determination is high, the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period tend to be relatively long. Therefore, the average period of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period becomes longer in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3".

The feature unit 121IW is configured so that the winning probability (ball output rate) of the big hit increases in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3", but at the same time, the set value is "1". "<" 2 "<" 3
, The average period of the fanfare period, interval period and ending period is also configured to be longer. With such a configuration, the winning probability of a big hit (ball output rate)
When is set to a high value, the average period of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period can be lengthened, that is, the progress of the game can be delayed, and the gambling can be prevented from becoming too high.

This feature unit 121IW is configured to be able to execute a jackpot suggestion effect (details will be described later) that suggests a set value during a jackpot game, and this jackpot suggestion effect is performed during a fanfare period, an interval period, and an ending. It is feasible in the period. With such a configuration, the interest of the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending period can be enhanced. In addition, by directing the player's attention to the suggestion effect during the big hit, it is possible to make it difficult to notice the length of each period.

In the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period, a common effect may be executed regardless of the length of the set period. In this case, it is desirable that an effect (for example, display of a still image) that is difficult for the player to notice the length of the period is commonly executed.

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period are set for each jackpot type, and the ratio of which jackpot type is determined is different for each set value, so that the jackpot can be hit. When the winning probability (ball output rate) is set to be high, the average period of the fanfare period, interval period, and ending period is lengthened, that is, the progress of the game is delayed, but the setting is not limited to such a configuration. The fanfare period, interval period, and ending period may be fixedly set for each value. Further, for example, one of a plurality of types of fanfare periods, interval periods, and ending periods having different predetermined periods may be determined by lottery. In this case, a table in which the judgment values are set so that the ratio of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period in which the relatively long period is set increases in the order of the jackpot types A <B <C is used. As a result, the average period of the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period can be increased in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3".

In this feature unit 121IW, in any of the jackpot type A to jackpot type C, the time saving control and the probability variation control executed after the end of the jackpot gaming state are performed a predetermined number of times (this feature unit 12).
It ends when the special figure game (100 times in 1 IW) is executed, or when the special figure game is entered into the big hit game state before the predetermined number of special figure games are executed. For example, the time reduction control and the probability change for each big hit type. The number of times of control may be different, and in the case of a specific jackpot type, the high-accuracy control and the time-saving control executed after the end of the jackpot game state will be re-hit after the end of the jackpot game state. It may be executed continuously until it occurs. In the case of such a specific jackpot type, the jackpot game state is continuously generated without going through the normal state, which is a so-called consecutive villa state. The feature unit 121IW is configured so that the ratio of big hits differs for each set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in addition to or instead of such a configuration, the probability change continues for each set value. The rate (consecutive villa rate) may be different.

Further, in this feature unit 121IW, there is no difference in the advantage (for example, the number of rounds during the big hit game, the presence / absence of time reduction control and the probability variation control, the number of controls, etc.) between the big hit type A to the big hit type C, and the fanfare period and interval The average period of the period and the ending period is configured to be different, but for example, the number of rounds during the jackpot game, the presence / absence of time reduction control and probability variation control, and the number of controls are different for each jackpot type, and the advantage is different. You may do so. In this case, the effect during the round may be different for each jackpot type, or may be the same regardless of the jackpot type.

It should be noted that the feature unit 121IW exemplifies a form in which the jackpot type when the variable display result is a jackpot is determined at a different ratio from the jackpot type A, the jackpot type B, and the jackpot type C according to the set value. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and depending on the set value set, one of the jackpot type A, the jackpot type B, and the jackpot type C cannot be determined. There may be more than one. In other words, if the determination rate of the jackpot type differs depending on the set value, one of the jackpot types should not be determined (the determination rate is 0%), or a specific jackpot type should be 100%. Included in determining by percentage.

Further, in this feature unit 121IW, the case where the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending period are different depending on the jackpot type is shown, but not limited to such a mode, the fanfare period, the interval period and the ending are not limited to the jackpot type. It may be configured so that the period is different. For example, the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period may be uniformly determined according to any of the set values "1" to "3". Further, for example, a lottery process with a selection probability according to the set value is performed according to any of the set values "1" to "3", and the fanfare period, the interval period, and the ending period are determined. You may.

In this way, in the feature unit 121IW, the determination ratio of the jackpot type when the variable display result becomes a jackpot differs according to the set value, so that the game entertainment can be improved. ..

In the feature unit 121IW, the jackpot type is determined by using MR2 which is a random value for determining the jackpot type, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is a special figure display result. It may be determined using MR1 which is a random value for determination.

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player (the jackpot probability and the small hit probability increase, and the jackpot type C as the jackpot type is easily determined. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the smaller the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous the player may be.

Further, the feature unit 121IW exemplifies a mode in which the jackpot probability changes according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the game playability itself does not change, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the playability may be changed according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

For example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320, and the probability variation state is 65%, which is the game property (so-called probability variation loop type). When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and the gaming ball is provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a specific round during the jackpot game. While controlling the game state after the end of the big hit game to a probabilistic state based on passing through a predetermined count switch, the rate at which the game ball passes through the count switch during the big hit game differs depending on the big hit type. When the property (so-called V probability variation type) is set and the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, the jackpot probability is 1/320 and the small hit probability is 1/50, and the high base is medium (time reduction control). In (middle), the game property (so-called 1 type 2 type mixed type) may be set in which the game ball is controlled to the big hit game state based on passing through a predetermined count switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7. Further, although the set values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are the same as those set in 1 to 3, the jackpot probability and the small hit probability are higher than in the case where these set values are any of 1 to 3. A setting in which the number of prize balls that can be obtained during the jackpot game is small (for example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 4) may be provided.

Further, when the game playability is changed according to the set value in this way, a common switch may be used for different purposes. Specifically, in the above example, when the set value is 1 or 4, the effect switch (the game ball passes through the count switch) is passed through a predetermined count switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7. It is used as a switch for executing a predetermined effect each time, and when the set value is 2 or 3, the predetermined count switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is used as a game switch (game ball). It may be used as a switch for controlling the gaming state to the probabilistic state or the jackpot gaming state based on passing through the count switch).

(Small hit type judgment table)
FIG. 20-5 (C) is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. As shown in FIG. 20-5 (C), the feature unit 121IW is provided with small hit types A to C as small hit types. As shown in FIG. 20-5 (C), this feature unit 121
In IW, the determination ratio of the small hit types A to C is the same regardless of which of the set values "1" to "3".

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the opening period and the number of times of opening the large winning opening during the small hit game are the same regardless of which of the small hit types A to C, and the degree of advantage in the game is the same. ..

(Variation pattern judgment table)
Further, the ROM 101 also stores a variation pattern determination table for determining the variation pattern based on the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the variation pattern can be selected from the plurality of types described above according to the predetermined determination result. Determine to one of the fluctuation patterns of.

Specifically, as the fluctuation pattern judgment table, the jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table used when it is predetermined to set the fluctuation display result to "big hit" and the fluctuation display result to be "small hit". A small hit fluctuation pattern judgment table used when is pre-determined and a loss fluctuation pattern judgment table used when it is pre-determined to make the fluctuation display result "miss" are prepared in advance. ..

(Loss fluctuation pattern judgment table)
FIG. 20-6 is an explanatory diagram showing a loss fluctuation pattern determination table. This feature section 121
In IW, the period from the time when the setting is changed when the power is turned on until the variable display is executed a predetermined time (30 times in this example) (hereinafter, also referred to as a special period) and the other period (hereinafter, non-). It is configured to use a different loss fluctuation pattern determination table (also called a special period).

Specifically, in the special period, the fluctuation pattern is determined using the first loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20-6 (A), and in the non-special period, it is shown in FIG. 20-6 (B). The fluctuation pattern is determined using the second loss fluctuation pattern determination table. In the feature unit 121IW, the period from the time when the setting is changed when the power is turned on to the time when the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined time (30 times in this example) is set as a special period, but the present invention is limited to this. For example, the period until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example) may be set as a special period regardless of whether or not the setting is changed when the power is turned on. Further, using a real-time clock or the like, a special period may be set as long as it is in a predetermined time zone (for example, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am). In addition, the period until the first big hit may occur may be a special period.

In the first and second loss fluctuation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 20-6 (A) and 20-6, normal reach loss and super reach loss are obtained in the order of set values "1"<"2"<"3". Judgment values are assigned so that the ratio is high and the ratio of non-reach loss is low. With such a configuration, since the execution rate of normal reach and super reach differs depending on the set value, the set value is suggested by the frequency of execution of normal reach and super reach.

Further, the first loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20-6 (A) is shown in FIG. 20-6 (A).
The determination value is assigned so that the ratio of the normal reach loss is higher than that of the second loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in B), and the difference in the ratio of the normal reach loss between the set values is larger. With such a configuration, in the special period, it is easier to recognize the difference in the frequency of normal reach execution than in the non-special period (that is, it is easier to recognize the suggestion of the set value), so that the motive for playing the game in the special period is Can be given and the game entertainment can be enhanced.

For example, the fluctuation pattern with super reach (or a specific fluctuation pattern among them) is determined at the same ratio regardless of the difference in the set value (or the difference between the special period and the non-special period). You may do so. By doing so, the execution rate differs only for a specific fluctuation pattern (normal reach loss in this example) according to the set value, and the set value is suggested by the frequency with which the specific fluctuation pattern is executed. become. On the contrary, the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern that causes the super reach loss may be different depending on the set value.

Further, the first and second loss fluctuation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 20-6 (A) and 20-6 (B) are either normal reach loss or super reach loss, depending on the set value, when other than non-reach loss. Judgment values are assigned so that the ratio (that is, the balance of normal reach loss: super reach loss) is different. Specifically, FIG. 20-
In the first loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in 6 (A), the set values "1"<"2"<"3"
The ratio of normal reach loss increases remarkably in the order of (in this example, it increases by 5%).
Specifically, in the second loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20-6 (B), the ratio of normal reach loss increases slightly in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3" ( In this example, it is configured to increase by 0.2%). With such a configuration, the set value is suggested by the selection tendency between the normal reach loss and the super reach loss. In addition, the difference in selection tendency between the special period and the non-special period can be increased.

In this feature unit 121IW, it is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect at a different ratio according to the set value, but this depends on the execution ratio of the normal reach loss and the super reach loss as a whole depending on the set value. This is a concept that includes that the execution ratios of normal reach loss and super reach loss are different, and that only normal reach loss has different execution ratios depending on the set value.

The feature unit 121IW displays a common background image in the image display device 5 when any of the first and second loss fluctuation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 20-6 (A) and 20-6 (B) is used. Then, the decorative pattern is displayed in a variable manner. Further, when the set value is set to any of 1 to 3, the image display device 5 displays a common background image and displays the decorative pattern in a variable manner. It should be noted that the dedicated background image may be displayed only during a special period or a period from when the power is turned on until the variable display is executed a predetermined time (30 times in this example). With such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the game interest during the special period or the period from when the power is turned on until the variable display is executed a predetermined time (30 times in this example).

It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the example of the feature unit 121IW.
Or, it may be selected only in the case of 2) so that the special variation pattern can be selected only in the special period. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to give motivation to play a game during a special period, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(Non-reach loss fluctuation pattern judgment table)
FIG. 20-7 is an explanatory diagram showing a non-reach loss fluctuation pattern determination table. The feature unit 121IW is provided with a plurality of types of non-reach loss fluctuation patterns having different fluctuation times, and when the fluctuation pattern is determined to be non-reach loss, the non-reach loss A to
It is configured to determine which of C is used. The configuration is not limited to this.
For example, the loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20-6 may be configured to include non-reach losses A to C and determine any of non-reach losses A to C, normal reach loss, and super reach loss. Good.

As shown in FIG. 20-7, in the non-reach loss fluctuation pattern determination table, when the set value is "1", the ratio of non-reach loss C (variation time 7 seconds) is high, and the set value is "2". In the case of ", the ratio of non-reach loss B (variation time 8 seconds) is high,
When the set value is "3", the determination value is assigned so that the ratio determined to the non-reach loss A (variation time 9 seconds) becomes high.

In the feature unit 121IW, when the set value is "1", the rate of determination as non-reach loss C is high, so that the fluctuation time at the time of non-reach loss tends to be relatively short. On the other hand, when the set value is "3", the rate of determination as non-reach loss A is high, so that the fluctuation time at the time of non-reach loss tends to be relatively long. Therefore, the average fluctuation time becomes longer in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3".

The feature unit 121IW is configured so that the winning probability (ball output rate) of the big hit increases in the order of the set values "1"<"2"<"3", but at the same time, the set value is "1". "<" 2 "<" 3
It is also configured so that the average fluctuation time becomes longer in this order. With such a configuration, when the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is set to be high, the average fluctuation time can be lengthened, that is, the progress of the game can be delayed, and the gambling becomes too high. Can be prevented.

The feature unit 121IW is configured so that the average fluctuation time is different by changing the ratio of non-reach loss A to C having different fluctuation times depending on the set value. For fluctuation patterns other than reach loss (for example, normal reach loss, super reach loss, etc.), multiple types are provided so that the fluctuation time is different, and depending on the set value,
The percentages selected may be different. In addition, when multiple types of fluctuation patterns (for example, normal reach loss, super reach loss, etc.) are provided so that the fluctuation time is different, the time of the sway display of the decorative pattern and the high-speed fluctuation display may be different to produce the effect. It is desirable that there is no difference in appearance.

Further, in the present feature unit 121IW, the average fluctuation time is configured to be different depending on the set value, but instead of or in addition to such a configuration, a fixed decorative pattern (
The period during which the final stop symbol) is stopped and displayed may be different. With such a configuration, when the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is set to be high, the period during which the fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) is stopped and displayed can be lengthened, that is, the progress of the game can be delayed. , It is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming too high.

Further, in the feature unit 121IW, the fluctuation time is set for each of the non-reach loss A to C, and the ratio of which of the non-reach loss A to C is determined is different for each set value, so that the jackpot is won. When the probability (ball output rate) is set high, the average fluctuation time is lengthened, that is, the progress of the game is delayed, but the configuration is not limited to this.
The fluctuation time of each fluctuation pattern is fixedly set for each set value, and the fluctuation time may be longer when the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is higher.

The feature portion 121IW is provided with a variation pattern for shortening the variation time, which is shorter than other variation patterns. For example, a variation pattern of shortened non-reach loss (variation time 1.5 seconds), which is shorter than the non-reach loss A (variation time 9 seconds), is provided. Then, this variation pattern for shortening is configured to be used, for example, when the number of reserved storages is a predetermined number (for example, 3) or more. In such a configuration, when the number of reserved memories has reached the upper limit or is close to the upper limit, this state is eliminated and the variable display is efficiently performed (that is, the game is efficiently advanced). ) Is the purpose. therefore,
It can be said that it is inappropriate to delay the progress of the game when the number of reserved memories is equal to or more than a predetermined number. Therefore, in the feature unit 121IW, the variation pattern for shortening used when the number of reserved storages is equal to or more than a predetermined number has a common variation time regardless of the set value. Regardless of the configuration of the feature unit 121IW, the variation time for shortening used when the number of reserved storages is equal to or greater than a predetermined number may be different depending on the set value.

(Setting change processing)
Next, the change of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 121IW will be described. 20-8 and 20-9 are flowcharts showing the game control main processing in the feature unit 121IW. In addition, in this feature part 121IW, steps IWS001-S
The process of 002 is the same as the process of steps S1 to S2 shown in FIG.

When the initial setting is performed, the CPU 103 waits for the effect control means to start for measuring the time until the effect control means (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) starts when the power supply to the game machine is started. Set the timer (step 121IWS003). In this case, the effect control means activation waiting timer is set to the effect control CPU 12 after the power supply to the game machine is started.
Sufficient time is set before 0 starts. Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the effect control means activation wait timer (step 121IWS004), and confirms whether or not the value of the effect control means activation wait timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 121IWS005).
.. If the value of the effect control means start waiting timer is not 0, step 121IWS00
Returning to step 4, the processes of steps 121IWS004 to S005 are repeatedly executed. If the value of the effect control means activation waiting timer is 0, the process proceeds to step 121IWS006.

By executing the processes of steps 121IWS003 to S005, the processes after step 121IWS006 are executed after waiting until the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the setting values are changed and confirmed, and the RAM initialization and recovery processes are executed. Will be done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which various commands such as a setting value command, an initialization specification command, and a recovery command, which will be described later, are transmitted before the effect control CPU 120 is started, and the command is missed. It can be prevented from occurring.

Next, the CPU 103 indicates, for example, that the RAM 102 is still set at the factory default (for example, this flag is the RAM clear processing 1 and 2 described later).
(It will not be cleared even if the recovery process is executed, and it will be cleared when the setting change process described later is executed), and in step 121IWS006, this factory default setting flag is set. You just have to check if it is. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, a value indicating that the factory default value (for example, "0" or "-") is set as the set value, and the value of the set value is set in step 121IWS006. May be checked to see if is still at the factory default. If the factory default settings are used (step 121 IWS006; No), step IWS010
Move to.

If it is not the factory default setting (step 121IWS006; Yes), that is, if the set value has already been changed at least once, the CPU 103 backs up to the RAM 102 (backup RAM) by the same process as in step S4. It is determined whether or not the data is stored (step 121IWS007). Specifically, step 121I
In WS007, the CPU 103 determines 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 121IWS007; No), the process proceeds to step IWS010.

When backup data is stored in RAM 102 (step 121IWS00)
7; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a data check of the backed up data (performed by using an error detection code) by the same process as in step S5, and determines whether or not the data is normal (step 121IWS008). In step 121 IWS008, for example
It is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped by the parity bit and the checksum. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal. When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step 121 IWS008; No), the process proceeds to step IWS010.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step 121IWS008;
Yes), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the setting changing flag indicating that the setting value is being changed is set (step 121IWS009). If the setting changing flag is set (step 121IWS009; No), that is, if a power failure occurs during the setting value change and the power supply to the game machine is restarted, the process proceeds to step IWS010.

In step 121IWS010, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the RAM abnormality error notification command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 121IWS010).
The CPU 103 may control the display monitor 121IW029 to display a display (for example, display of "E") indicating that a RAM error has occurred.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on (step 121IWS011). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key 121IW051 is on (step 121IWS012). If the setting key 121IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (
Step 121 IWS013). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU
103 executes the RAM clear 1 process (step 121IWS014). In the RAM clear 1 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. However, in the RAM clear 1 process, the area other than the area for storing information for performance display such as the ratio, the combination ratio, and the base in the storage area of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the performance display such as the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base is cleared. Information is not cleared and is retained. Further, in the RAM clear 1 process, the value of the set value stored in the RAM 102 is also cleared. Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS027.

On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is off or (step 1).
21IWS011N), when the setting key 121IW051 is off (step 121)
In case of IWS012 N), when the output signal from the clear switch is off (step 121).
In N) of IWS013, the process does not shift to step 121 IWS014, but shifts to loop processing.

Step 121 By executing the processes of IWS006 to S014, the feature unit 1
At 21IW, if the backup RAM is not normal (step 121IWS007,
In case of N) of S008, when the factory setting is left as it is (step 121IWS0).
06), if a power failure occurs while changing the settings (Y in step 121IWS009)
The RAM is cleared on the condition that the setting key 121IW051 is turned on and the clear switch is turned on while the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is open, and the set value after step 121IWS027 can be changed. On the other hand, the game machine frame 121IW0
Unless 03 is released and the setting key 121IW051 and the clear switch are turned on, the loop processing is executed, the set value cannot be changed, and the game control does not proceed.

If the setting changing flag is not set (step 121IWS009; No),
The CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step 121IWS015).

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on, the CPU 103 uses the door open sensor 12
1 Determine whether the output signal from IW090 is on (step 121 IWS01).
6). If the output signal from the door open sensor 121IW090 is on, the CPU 103 will
Determine if the setting key 121IW051 is on (step 121IWS017)
). If the setting key 121IW051 is on, the CPU 103 transmits a setting confirmation process start command indicating that the setting confirmation process is started to the effect control board 12 (step 121).
IWS018).

When the effect control board 12 side receives the setting confirmation process start command, it controls to notify that the setting is being confirmed (for example, a predetermined image is displayed on the image display device 5 or a predetermined image is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. Or a decorative light emitter such as a decorative LED is made to emit light in a predetermined manner). In this case, the effect control board 12 may be configured to display "maintenance mode" or the like and shift to the maintenance mode by pressing an operation button for effect such as the push button 31B. "Maintenance mode" is, for example, real-time clock date and time setting and various error occurrence history (
In this mode, you can check when and what kind of error occurred (recording when and what kind of error occurred) and setting change history (recording when the setting value was changed and the setting value after the change). When the setting key 121IW051 is turned off and the setting confirmation process and the setting change process are completed, the maintenance mode is also terminated.

Next, the CPU 103 executes the setting confirmation process (step 121IWS019).

When the setting confirmation process is completed, the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step 121 IWS) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped by the same process as in step S6.
020) is performed. 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. Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting confirmation processing end command indicating that the setting confirmation processing is completed to the effect control board 12 (step 121IWS021). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS034.

On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is not on (N in step 121IWS016) or when the setting key 121IW051 is not on (N in step 121IWS017), the CPU 103 performs the same processing as in step S6. To restore the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped (step 121IW).
S022) is performed. 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. Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 by the same process as in step S7 (step 121IWS023). And step 121IWS03
Move to 4.

If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 executes the RAM clear 2 process (step 121IWS024). In the RAM clear 2 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. However, in the RAM clear 2 process, the RAM 102
Of the storage areas of, the area other than the area that stores information for performance display such as the ratio, combination ratio, and base, and the area that stores the set value are cleared, and for performance display such as the ratio, combination ratio, and base. Information and setting value information are not cleared and are retained.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on (step 121IWS025). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the setting key 121IW051 is on (step 121IWS026). If the setting key 121IW051 is on, the CPU 103 sets the setting changing flag (step 121IWS027).
..

Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting change processing start command indicating that the setting change processing is started to the effect control board 12 (step 121IWS028). When the effect control board 12 side receives the setting change processing start command, it controls to notify that the setting is being changed (for example, a predetermined image is displayed on the image display device 5 or a predetermined image is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. Or a decorative light emitter such as a decorative LED is made to emit light in a predetermined manner).

Next, the CPU 103 executes the setting change process (step 121IWS029).

When the setting change process is completed, the CPU 103 resets the setting changing flag (step 121IWS030). Further, the CPU 103 transmits a set value command indicating the set set value to the effect control board 12 (step 121IWS031). Further, a setting change processing end command indicating that the setting change processing is completed is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 121IWS032). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS034.

On the other hand, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is not on (N in step 121IWS025) or when the setting key 121IW051 is not on (N in step 121IWS026), the CPU 103 performs the same processing as in step S9. Therefore, an effect control command instructing initialization is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step S9). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS034.

In addition, in this feature part 121IW, the processing of steps IWS034 to S036 is shown in FIG.
This is the same as the process of steps S10 to S12 shown in.

Next, the setting confirmation process (step 121IWS019) will be described. Figure 20-10
(A) is a flowchart showing a setting confirmation process (step 121IWS019).

In the setting confirmation process, the CPU 103 first identifies the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, and displays the specified setting value on the display monitor 121IW029 (step 121IWSA01).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the setting key 121IW051 is on (step 121IWSA02). If the setting key 121IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on (step 121IWSA03). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on, the process proceeds to step 121IWSA02 and step 121IWSA0.
The processes of 2 to SA03 are repeatedly executed. That is, the set value is displayed while the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is open and the setting key 121IW051 is on. Monitor 121IW0
Display on 29.

If the output signal from the door open sensor 121IW090 is not on, the CPU 103 executes a setting confirmation error process (step 121IWSA04). Then, the process shifts to loop processing. In step 121IWSA04, for example, the CPU 103 may transmit a command indicating that a setting confirmation error occurs, and execute the setting confirmation error notification based on the reception of the command on the effect control CPU 120 side. Good. Further, for example, the CPU 103 may perform error notification by lighting an error LED on a board mounted on the game machine. Further, in this example, when the setting confirmation error processing is executed, the process shifts to the loop processing, and then the error state is continued until the power is turned on again so that the processing does not proceed.

If the setting key 121IW051 is not on, the CPU 103 uses the door open sensor 121I.
Determining whether the output signal from W090 is on (step 121IWSA05)
.. If the output signal from the door open sensor 121IW090 is on, step 121IWS
The process of A05 is repeatedly executed. If the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is not on (that is, if the gaming machine frame 121IW003 is in the closed state), the setting confirmation process ends.

Next, the setting change process (step 121IWS029) will be described. Figure 20-10
(B) is a flowchart showing the setting change process (step 121IWS029).

In the setting change process, the CPU 103 first identifies the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, and displays the specified setting value on the display monitor 121IW029 (step 121IWSB01).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is on (step 121IWSB02). Setting changeover switch 121IW0
If the output signal from 52 is not on, the process proceeds to step 121IWSB05. If the output signal from the setting selector switch 121IW052 is ON (step 121IWSB)
Y) of 02, the CPU 103 updates and displays the set value displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 (step 121IWSB03). For example, when "1" is displayed as a set value on the display monitor 121IW029, the display of the display monitor 121IW029 is changed to "2".
When "2" is displayed as a set value on the display monitor 121IW029, the display of the display monitor 121IW029 is updated to "3" and displayed on the display monitor 121IW0.
When "3" is displayed as the set value in 29, the display of the display monitor 121IW029 may be updated and displayed to "1". Further, the CPU 103 is a display monitor 121IW0029.
The setting value (updated setting value) displayed in is stored in the backup area of RAM 102 (
The set value that has already been stored is updated and stored) (step 121IWSB04).

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the setting key 121IW051 is on (step 121IWSB05). If the setting key 121IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on (step 121IWSB06). If the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is on, the process proceeds to step 121IWSB02, and step 121IWSB0
The processes of 2 to SB06 are repeatedly executed. That is, while the game machine frame 121IW003 is open and the setting key 121IW051 is on, steps 121IWSB02 to S
The process of B06 is repeatedly executed.

If the output signal from the door open sensor 121IW090 is not on, the CPU 103 executes the setting change error processing (step 121IWSB07). Then, the process shifts to loop processing. In step 121IWSB07, for example, the CPU 103 may transmit a command indicating a setting change error, and execute the setting change error notification based on the reception of the command on the effect control CPU 120 side. Good. Further, for example, the CPU 103 may perform error notification by lighting an error LED on a board mounted on the game machine. Further, in this example, when the setting change error processing is executed, the process shifts to the loop processing, and then the error state is continued until the power is turned on again so that the processing does not proceed. In this case, step 121 IWS
Since the setting changing flag is still set in 027, the RAM clear 1 process is executed after the power is turned on again (Y, 121IW in step 121IWS009).
(Refer to S014), the error state will be cleared. If the setting key 121IW051 is not on, the setting change process ends.

FIG. 20-11 is an explanatory diagram showing a process executed when the power is turned on. This feature unit 121I
In W, as shown in FIG. 20-11, when the setting key 121IW051 is turned on when the power is turned on (furthermore, when the output signal from the door opening sensor 121IW090 is turned on), if the clear switch is turned on. If the setting change process (step 121IWS029) is executed and the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process (step 121IWS015-S) is executed.
017) is executed. If the setting key 121IW051 is off when the power is turned on, the initialization process (step S8) is executed if the clear switch is on, and the recovery process (step S6) is executed if the clear switch is off. Will be executed.

Next, the display mode of the display monitor 121IW029 in the setting change process will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 20-12 (A) and 20-12 (B), when the power is turned off (power is cut off) by the operation of a clerk at the amusement park or the like, the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is supplied. When the supply is stopped, the display on the display monitor 121IW029 ends. In addition, turn off the power
If the big winning opening is open during the big hit game or the small hit game at the timing of the above, the big winning opening is closed by stopping the supply of electric power to the solenoid 82.

Next, as shown in FIG. 20-12 (C), when the clerk of the game hall or the like turns on the power while operating the clear switch (in the case of Yes in step S3 of the game control main process), the setting key 1
The setting change process is executed by the CPU 103 on condition that 21IW051 is ON, and the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed on the display monitor 121IW029.

In the state where the set value is displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 in this way, as shown in FIG. 20-12 (D), the CPU 103 each time it detects the operation of the setting changeover switch 121IW052 by a clerk of the amusement park or the like. The numerical value displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 is sequentially updated (for example, 1 → 2 → 3 each time the setting changeover switch 121IW052 is operated.
→ 1 → ... Update) Display. Further, the set value displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 is stored (updated and stored) in the backup area of the RAM 102.

Next, as shown in FIG. 20-12 (E), the CPU 103 presses the setting key 121IW05.
Display monitor 121I based on the fact that 1 was turned off by the operation of a clerk at the amusement park, etc.
By blinking W029, a new setting value is set to RAM 102 for the clerk of the amusement park, etc.
Notifies that it is stored in the backup area of. In the illustrated example, the display monitor 1
Although an example of blinking 21IW029 is shown, it may be turned off.

When the hold storage is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102, the hold storage is cleared. Further, when the big prize opening is closed at the timing of FIG. 20-12 (A) (the timing when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off), the RAM clear processing is executed when the setting is changed. As the memory of the jackpot is erased, the jackpot remains closed. After that, the CPU 103 finishes the setting change process, and is in a state where the game can be played, that is, a state in which the fluctuation display result, the jackpot type, the lottery for determining the fluctuation pattern, the payout of the prize ball, and the like can be executed.

In the setting change process in the feature unit 121IW, a mode in which the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed as the initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. As the initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 121IW029 in the setting change process, the setting value most disadvantageous to the player (“1” in the case of the feature unit 121IW) or the most advantageous to the player. The set value (“3” in the case of the feature unit 121IW) may be displayed.

Further, in the example shown in FIG. 20-12, the display monitor 121IW0 is displayed when the set value is confirmed or changed.
The case where the set value is displayed using the first display of the four-digit display of 29 is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode, and for example, the second and subsequent displays of the display monitor 121IW029 are used. It may be configured to display the set value. Further, for example, the display monitor 121IW029 may be configured to display the set value by performing a dedicated 4-digit display. In this case, for example, if the set value is "1", it is "-S-1" on the display monitor 121IW029.
If the set value is "2", the display monitor 121IW029 will display "4 digits".
-S-2 "is displayed in 4 digits, or if the set value is" 3 ", the display monitor 121IW029
In, a 4-digit display of "-S-3" may be performed. Further, for example, the set value may be displayed on all four-digit displays of the display monitor 121IW029.
For example, if the set value is "1", the display monitor 121IW029 displays four digits of "1111", and if the set value is "2", the display monitor 121IW029 displays "222".
A 4-digit display of "2" may be performed.

(Special design normal processing)
Next, the processing of the special symbol normal processing (step S110) in the feature unit 121IW will be described. 20-13 and 20-14 are flowcharts showing a special symbol normal process (step S110) in the special symbol process process. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 performs the total number of reserved storages (the total number of the first reserved storages and the second reserved storages).
Check the value of (step 121 IWS101). For example, check the count value of the total pending storage counter for counting the total pending storage.

If the total number of pending storage is not 0, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second number of reserved storage is 0 (step 121IWS102). For example, it is confirmed whether or not the count value of the second hold storage number counter for counting the second hold storage number is 0. If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the CPU 103 is a special symbol pointer (a flag indicating whether the special symbol process processing is being performed on the first special symbol or the special symbol process processing is being performed on the second special symbol). Set the data indicating "second" in (step 121IWS103). If the second reserved storage number is 0, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating "first" in the special symbol pointer (step 121IWS104).

Step 121 By executing the processes of IWS102 to S104, the feature unit 1
In 21IW, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are displayed according to the starting winning order in which the game balls are won in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. And may be configured to execute.

Next, the CPU 103 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 102 and stores it in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102 (step 121IWS105). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates "first", the CPU 103 has each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = 1 in the first reserved storage buffer. Read RAM10
Store in the random number buffer area of 2. Further, in the CPU 103, the special symbol pointer is "second".
When is indicated, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = 1 in the second reserved storage buffer is read out and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 102.

Then, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the count value of the hold storage counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step 121IWS106).
Specifically, the CPU 103 is the first when the special symbol pointer indicates the "first".
The count value of the hold storage counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the first hold storage buffer are shifted. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", the count value of the second hold storage counter is subtracted by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second hold storage buffer are shifted.

That is, the CPU 103 has a RAM when the special symbol pointer indicates "first".
Each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved storage buffer of 102 corresponds to the first reserved storage number = n-1. Store in the storage area. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates "second", each is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage buffer of the RAM 102. The random number value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n-1.

Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved storage number (or each second reserved storage number) is always the first reserved storage number (or the first reserved storage number). Second
The number of reserved memories) = 1, 2, 3, and 4 are matched.

Then, the CPU 103 reduces the value of the total reserved storage number by 1. That is, the count value of the total pending storage counter is subtracted by 1 (step 121 IWS107). CPU10
Reference numeral 3 storage stores the value of the total pending storage counter before the count value is subtracted by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 transmits a set value command indicating the set value set in the RAM 102 to the effect control board 12 (step 121 IWS108). In this feature unit, as described above, the setting value command is transmitted when the setting change process is executed at the time of turning on the power by executing the process of step 121IWS031, but even after the power is turned on, step 121IWS108 The setting value command is sent every time the variable display is started by executing the process of.

Even if the same fluctuation pattern is used, if different fluctuation pattern commands are sent for each set value, the total number of fluctuation patterns x the number of set values (3 in this example) of fluctuation pattern commands are required. Therefore, the data capacity may increase. Therefore, for example, the setting value command is sent only when a specific fluctuation pattern is used.
Only the fluctuation pattern commands corresponding to a specific fluctuation pattern may be configured to provide fluctuation pattern commands for the number of set values. In this case, for example, the setting value command is transmitted only when the fluctuation pattern of the normal fluctuation with the highest output frequency is used, and only the fluctuation pattern command corresponding to the fluctuation pattern of the normal fluctuation is the fluctuation pattern command for the number of the set value. May be provided.

Further, in this example, a set value command (step 121IWS031) to be transmitted when the power is turned on.
(See) and the set value command (see step 121 IWS108) to be transmitted at the start of fluctuation show the case where the same set value command is transmitted, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, even if the setting value command for power-on and the setting value command for fluctuation start are configured as separate commands, different setting value commands are sent at power-on and fluctuation start. Good.

Further, in this example, the case where the setting value command is transmitted separately from the fluctuation pattern command is shown at the start of fluctuation, but it is configured to transmit the effect control command that is used as both the fluctuation pattern command and the setting value command. May be good. In this case, for example, even if the fluctuation pattern command specifies the same fluctuation pattern A, if the setting value is "1", the fluctuation pattern command A-1 is transmitted, and if the setting value is "2", the fluctuation pattern command A-1 is transmitted. Send the variation pattern command A-2 and
If the set value is "3", the variation pattern command A-3 may be transmitted.

Further, on the game control microcomputer 100 side, the same fluctuation pattern command (for example, fluctuation pattern command A) can be output regardless of the set value, and the effect control CPU
It may be configured so that which fluctuation pattern is selected and the selection ratio thereof are different depending on which setting value is set on the 120 side. For example, if the set value is 1, the fluctuation pattern A-
1 is selected or fluctuation pattern A-1 is selected at a high rate, fluctuation pattern A-2 is selected or fluctuation pattern A-2 is selected at a high ratio if the setting value is 2, or fluctuation pattern A-2 is selected at a high ratio if the setting value is 3. The variation pattern A-3 may be selected or the variation pattern A-3 may be selected at a high rate. In this case, for example, the fluctuation patterns A-1 to A-3 may be configured so that the fluctuation time is the same, but the presence / absence of pseudo-ream, the number of pseudo-ream, the presence / absence of reach, and the type are different. Also,
In this case, for example, if the setting value command is not received normally, the fluctuation pattern A-1 is uniformly selected, or if the setting value command is not received normally, the fluctuation is performed at a dedicated selection ratio. It may be configured to select a pattern.

Further, in this example, the case where the set value command is transmitted at the start of fluctuation is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such an embodiment, and for example, the set value command may be transmitted at the end of fluctuation.

Further, the CPU 103 issues a background designation command according to the current gaming state of the effect control board 12
(Step 121 IWS109). In this case, for example, the CPU 103 controls to send a probability change state background specification command in the case of a probability change state, and controls to transmit a time reduction state background specification command in the case of a time reduction state, which is a normal state. In this case, control is performed to send the normal state background specification command.

Next, the CPU 103 reads the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result from the random number buffer area, and executes the jackpot determination module. The jackpot judgment module compares a predetermined jackpot judgment value or small hit judgment value (see Fig. 20-4) with the random number value MR1.
It is a program that executes the process of deciding to make a big hit or a small hit when they match. That is, it is a program that executes processing of big hit determination and small hit determination.

If the value of the random number MR1 does not match any of the jackpot determination values (step 121 IWS)
110 N), CPU 103 performs a small hit determination process (step 121 IWS 11).
1). Then, when it is decided to make a small hit (Y of step 121IWS111)
), The CPU 103 sets a small hit flag indicating that it is a small hit (step 121).
IWS112), the process proceeds to step 121 IWS116.

If the value of the random number value MR1 does not match either the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (N in step 121IWS111), that is, if it is out of the range, the process proceeds to step 121IWS116 as it is.

When the value of the random number value MR1 matches any of the jackpot judgment values (step 121IW)
Y) of S110, the CPU 103 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot (Y).
Step IWS113). Next, the CPU 103 uses a jackpot type determination table (FIG. 20-).
(Refer to 5), the type corresponding to the value corresponding to the value of the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer area (“big hit type A”, “big hit type B” or “big hit type C” ) Is determined as the type of jackpot (step 121IWS114).

Further, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 121IWS115). For example, the jackpot type is "
In the case of the jackpot type A, "01" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and in the case of the jackpot type B, "02" is set as the data indicating the jackpot type, and the jackpot type is "". In the case of "big hit type C", "03" is set as data indicating the big hit type.

Next, the CPU 103 determines the stop symbol of the special symbol (step 121IWS11).
6). For example, when neither the big hit flag nor the small hit flag is set, "-", which is an outlier symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. Further, for example, when the jackpot flag is set, "7", which is the jackpot symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol. Further, it may be determined to be a different special symbol stop symbol depending on the jackpot type. Further, for example, when the small hit flag is set, "5", which is the small hit symbol, is determined as the stop symbol of the special symbol.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S111) (step 121IWS117).

(Production mode change process)
Next, the operation of the effect control means in the feature unit 121IW will be described. Figure 20-1
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a part of the effect control main process in the feature unit 121IW. In the main feature unit 121IW, the effect control CPU 120 is used in the effect control main process.
When the effect control random number update process in step S77 is executed, the effect mode change process for changing the effect mode is executed (step 121IWS201), and then the process returns to the process in step S73.

The feature unit 121IW can control three types of effect modes, effect mode A to effect mode C, and for example, the background screen of the image display device 5 differs depending on which effect mode is controlled. The types of characters that appear in the advance notice and reach effects are different. In the effect mode change process of step 121 IWS201, the effect control CPU 120 controls to change from the current effect mode to a different effect mode when a predetermined effect mode change condition is satisfied. For example, when the production control board 12 is equipped with a real-time clock,
The production mode may be changed based on the arrival of a predetermined date or time based on the date and time information from the real-time clock. Further, for example, a lottery process based on a random number may be executed, and the effect mode may be changed based on the decision to change the effect mode.

In step 121IW201, when the effect mode is changed, the effect control CPU 120 may, for example, set a flag corresponding to the effect mode after the change and reset the flag corresponding to the effect mode before the change. For example, when the effect mode A is changed, the effect mode A flag may be set and the effect mode B flag or the effect mode C flag before the change may be reset. Further, for example, when the effect mode is changed to B,
The effect mode B flag may be set, and the effect mode A flag or effect mode C flag before the change may be reset. Further, for example, when the effect mode is changed to C, the effect mode C flag may be set and the effect mode A flag or effect mode B flag before the change may be reset.

The production mode may be changed in a predetermined order such as production mode A → production mode B → production mode C → production mode A → ... It may be changed at random from modes A to C.

(Command analysis processing)
20-16 to 20-18 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S75). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 121 IWS301). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. If the receive command is stored in the command receive buffer, the effect control CP
U120 reads the received command from the command receive buffer (step 121 IWS).
302). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 121IWS).
303). The reason for +2 is that it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a set value command (step 121IWS304)
, The effect control CPU 120 sets the set value indicated by the received set value command to the RAM 12
It is stored in the set value storage area formed in 2 (step 121IWS305). Also,
The effect control CPU 120 sets a set value command reception flag indicating that the set value command has been normally received at least once after the power is turned on to the game machine (step 12).
1IWS306).

In the feature unit 121IW, since the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 is not backed up by power supply, the set value and the set value command reception flag stored in the set value storage area supply power to the game machine. Is cleared when is stopped. Therefore, when the power supply to the game machine is started, no set value is stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 122, and the process is started with the set value command reception flag cleared. The flag. Since the effect control board 12 is started in a state where the set value is not stored, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits the set value command even when the setting confirmation process or the recovery process is executed. It may be configured so that the set value command is always sent when the power is turned on.

Further, in this feature unit 121IW, the set value command is transmitted when the power is turned on to the game machine and the setting change process is performed, but the set value command is normally performed due to missing command or garbled data. If the command cannot be received, step 121 IWS305
Is not executed and the set value is not stored in the set value storage area. However, in this feature unit 121IW, even if the set value command cannot be normally received when the power is turned on, the set value command is transmitted for each fluctuation display, so that the process of step 121IWS305 is performed based on the set value command received thereafter. It is executed and the setting value can be stored in the setting value storage area.

Further, even if the setting value command is received, the setting value included in the setting value command may be an abnormal value. Therefore, when reading the setting value command on the effect control CPU 120 side, the setting value command is used. It may be configured to determine whether or not the included set value is a normal value. For example, in this example, the set value is configured to be set to any of "1" to "3", but includes values such as "5" and "10" that should not be set. If this is the case, the setting value included in the setting value command may be determined to be abnormal. Further, for example, the effect control CPU 120 side stores the set value indicated by the received set value command, and then when a new set value command is received, the newly received set value command is used. If the set value shown does not match the set value stored last time, it may be determined that an inconsistency has occurred, and it may be determined that the setting value is abnormal. Then, even if it is determined that the set value included in the set value command is an abnormal value, it is assumed that the set value command has not been received normally, and the effect is restricted according to the processing method shown by the feature unit 121IW. It may be configured to do so.

(Initial roll setting)
When the effect control board 12 side receives any of the initialization designation command, the recovery command, the setting change processing end command, and the setting confirmation processing end command from the main board 11 in the command analysis process, the feature unit 121IW receives. , The image display device 5 controls to display a predetermined initial result (specifically, a combination of decorative symbols displayed on the image display device 5 until the first variable display is started). Perform (hereinafter, also referred to as initial roll production).

If the received effect control command is a setting change processing end command (step 121IW)
S307), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the set value command reception flag is set (step 121 IWS308). If the set value command reception flag is set (that is, when the setting change process is executed and the set value command is received normally), the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 122. Based on the set value, the initial roll determination table is used to use a combination of even initial rolls (for example, "246" and "224"), which is a combination of even decorative symbols, and an odd number of decorative symbols. It is determined to be one of an odd initial roll (for example, "135" or "113") and a special initial roll which is a combination of decorative symbols including a special symbol (for example, a star symbol) (for example, a star symbol).
Step 121 IWS309). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS314.

FIG. 20-19 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an initial roll determination table. Step 121I
In WS309, using the initial roll determination table shown in FIG. 20-19 (A), a lottery process based on random numbers is performed according to the allocation of judgment values according to the set values stored in the set value storage area, and the initial roll is performed. Determine the eyes. In the initial roll determination table shown in FIG. 20-19 (A), the ratio of odd initial rolls determined is higher in the order of set values "1"<"2"<"3".
Therefore, if the odd-numbered initial rolls are displayed on the image display device 5 before the start of the game, the setting value is advantageous as compared with the case where the setting has been changed and the even-numbered initial rolls are displayed. It will be suggested that it is set to. Further, as shown in FIG. 20-19 (A), the special initial result may be determined only when the set value is "3". Therefore, if the special initial result is displayed on the image display device 5 before the start of the game, it is confirmed that the setting has been changed and that the setting value is "3". With such a configuration, it is possible to give an interest in the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the start of the game and to give a motivation to play the game from the early hours of the business hours of the game store, and it is possible to enhance the interest.

If the setting value command reception flag is not set (that is, the setting change process is executed, but the setting value command cannot be received normally due to missing command or garbled data), the effect control The CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current effect mode is the effect mode A (step 121 IWS310). It should be noted that whether or not the effect mode A is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode A flag is set. In the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 determines the initial roll using the initial roll determination table shown in FIG. 20-19 (A) assuming that the set value is "1" (step 121 IWS311). ). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS314.

Step 121 By executing the process of IWS310 to S311, the feature unit 1
In 21IW, when the set value command cannot be received normally and the effect mode A is set, the initial result is determined as the set value "1" which is the most disadvantageous setting. As shown in FIG. 20-19 (A), with respect to the set value "1", the ratio of determining the odd initial roll is the lowest, and the special initial roll is not determined. By configuring in such a way, it is possible to reduce the situation where an odd initial number or a special initial number is displayed to disappoint the player even though an unfavorable setting value is set, and the interest in the game is reduced. It is possible to prevent the decrease of.

If it is not the effect mode A, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current effect mode is the effect mode C (step 121IWS312). It should be noted that whether or not the effect mode C is set can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the effect mode C flag is set. In the effect mode C, the effect control CPU 120 determines the initial result using the initial result determination table for the effect mode C (step 121IWS313). Then, the process proceeds to step 121 IWS314.

FIG. 20-19 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an initial roll determination table for the effect mode C. As shown in FIG. 20-19 (B), in the initial roll determination table for the effect mode C,
Compared with the case of the setting value "3" which is the most advantageous for the player, the ratio of the odd initial roll is determined to be low, and the special initial roll may not be determined.

Step 121 By executing the process of IWS 312 to S313, this feature unit 1
In 21IW, when the set value command cannot be received normally and the effect mode is C, an odd initial result or a special initial result is displayed even though an unfavorable setting value is set. This reduces the situation in which the player is disappointed, and prevents the player from losing interest in the game.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 is set in the image display device 5 in step 121 IWS.
Control is performed to display the initial roll determined in 309, S311 and S313 (step 121).
IWS314).

On the other hand, when it is not the effect mode C (that is, when the current effect mode is the effect mode B), the effect control CPU 120 determines the initial result to be an even initial number, and the image display device 5 In, the control to display the even initial roll is performed (step 121 IWS315).
).

By executing the process of step 121IWS315, the feature unit 121IW uniformly displays an even initial result when the set value command cannot be normally received and the effect mode B is set. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the situation where an odd initial number or a special initial number is displayed to disappoint the player even though an unfavorable setting value is set, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest in the game. I have to.

Even if the set value command is not normally received in the effect mode B,
It may be configured so that the odd initial roll symbol can be determined at a low rate. In this case, for example, FIG. 20-
It is configured to determine the initial roll symbol by using a table in which the determination ratio of the odd initial roll symbol is set lower than the set value "1" of the initial roll determination table shown in 19 (A). You may.

In this example, the effect mode B is the case where the set value command cannot be received normally.
In the case of, the case where the even initial number is uniformly displayed is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, when the set value command cannot be received normally and the effect mode B is set, and the set value command cannot be received normally, such as a combination of symbols of "???" as the initial result. It may be configured to display a dedicated initial roll. Any combination of symbols that does not suggest a set value in some form may be displayed as an initial result.

In addition, the processing when the setting value command cannot be received normally (or when the setting value cannot be stored normally) is not limited to the one shown in this example. For example, step 121I
When the WS308 determines N, the set value "1" may be stored in the set value storage area as a default to determine the initial result. Further, for example, a dedicated setting value (for example, setting value "4") indicating that the setting value command could not be received normally is stored in the setting value storage area to determine the initial result. May be good.

If the received effect control command is any of the initialization specification command, the recovery command, and the setting confirmation process end command (step 121IWS316), that is, if the setting change process is not executed, the effect control CPU 120 , The initial roll is determined as the even initial roll, and the image display device 5 controls to display the even initial roll (step 12).
1IWS317). In the feature unit 121IW, when the setting change process is not executed, the initial roll is determined as the even initial roll and is not determined as the odd initial roll.
The lottery may determine either an even initial number or an odd initial number. In this case, the determined ratio may be different depending on the set value.

If the received effect control command is a RAM error notification command (step 121)
IWS318), the effect control CPU 120 executes RAM error notification (step 1).
21IWS319). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may be described in the image display device 5 as "R
A character display such as "AM error error has occurred" is displayed, a sound indicating a RAM error error or an error sound is output from the speakers 8L, 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and LED are set to a predetermined error pattern. Controls to make it emit light. In this case, when the RAM error abnormality notification is performed, the maximum volume voice or error sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.
It is desirable to make the game effect lamp 9 or the LED emit light at the maximum brightness (for example, in the case of a full-color LED, it emits white light).

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (effect control command that specifies a variation pattern) (step 121IWS320), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the RAM. Store in the area (step 121IWS321). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 121IWS322).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (effect control command that specifies whether to make a big hit, whether to make a small hit, a big hit type, or a small hit type) (step 1)
21IWS323), the effect control CPU 120 sends the received display result specification command to R.
Store in the display result specification command storage area formed in AM (step 121 IWS)
324).

If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation command (effect control command that specifies that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed) (step 121IWS325), the effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation command reception flag (step 121IWS325). Step 121 IWS32
6).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (effect control command that specifies the start of the jackpot game) (step 121IWS327), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 121IWS328).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (effect control command that specifies the end of the jackpot game) (step 121IWS329), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 121IWS330).

The received effect control command is a symbol specification command (starting prize determination process (step S101).
(Refer to), if it is a production control command that specifies whether or not the pre-reading judgment is a big hit, whether or not it is a small hit, and the judgment result of the big hit type and the small hit type) (step 121 IWS331).
), The effect control CPU 120 stores the received symbol designation command in the first vacant storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM (step 121I).
WS332).

The received production control command changes. Category command (starting prize determination process (step S1)
If it is an effect control command that specifies the determination result of the variation category (variation pattern type or variation pattern) pre-read in (see 01) (step 121IWS333), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received variation category command to the RAM. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command is stored in each storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in (step 121IWS334).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number addition specification command (step 12)
1IWS335), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received first hold storage number addition designation command in the latest symbol designation command and variable category command in each storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area (step 121IWS336). Further, the effect control CPU 120 increases the hold display by one in the first hold storage display area of the image display device 5 and updates the first hold storage number display (step 121IWS337). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (step 121IWS338).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number addition specification command (step 12)
1IWS339), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received second hold storage number addition designation command in the latest symbol designation command and variable category command in each storage area of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM. It is stored in the storage area (step 121IWS340). Further, the effect control CPU 120 increases the hold display by one in the second hold storage display area of the image display device 5 and updates the second hold storage number display (step 121IWS341). Further, the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area (step 121IWS342).

If the received effect control command is the first hold storage number subtraction specification command (step 12)
1IWS343), the effect control CPU 120 erases one hold display in the first hold storage display area of the image display device 5, shifts the remaining hold display one by one, and updates the first hold storage number display. (Step 121 IWS344). Further, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the first reserved storage number stored in the first reserved storage number storage area (step 121IW).
S345).

If the received effect control command is the second hold storage number subtraction specification command (step 12)
1IWS346), the effect control CPU 120 erases one hold display in the second hold storage display area of the image display device 5, shifts the remaining hold display one by one, and updates the second hold storage number display. (Step 121 IWS347). Further, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the second reserved storage number stored in the second reserved storage number storage area (step 121IW).
S348).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120
The received effect control command is stored, and a flag corresponding to the received effect control command is set (step 121IWS349). Then, step 121 IWS301
Move to.

The feature unit 121IW is configured so that the odd initial roll is not displayed when the setting change process is not executed when the power is turned on. However, even if the odd initial roll can be displayed. Good. Further, also in this case, the ratio determined by the odd initial number may be different depending on the set value (that is, the set value may be suggested).

Further, for example, in place of or in addition to the odd initial roll and the even initial roll, the initial roll that denies the possibility of a specific set value (for example, the possibility of the set value 1 is denied and is set. (It is confirmed that the value is 2 or the set value 3), an initial result that is determined to be a specific set value, or the like may be provided so that the value is displayed according to the set value. For example, in the case of the setting value 1.
When a particular initial roll is displayed, by preventing it from being determined on a particular initial roll,
The possibility that it is the set value 1 is denied, and it is confirmed that it is the set value 2 or the set value 3. Further, for example, by setting a specific initial roll to be determined only in the case of the set value 3, it is confirmed that the set value is 3 when the specific initial roll is displayed. ..
Further, at the time of determining the initial outcome, one of these initial outcomes may be determined by lottery. In this case, the determined ratio may be different depending on the set value.

(Setting suggestion production)
In the feature unit 121IW, the set value can be changed, and as the setting suggestion effect (setting suggestion) that suggests the set value, the above-mentioned initial appearance effect and the above-mentioned setting suggestion based on the determination tendency of the fluctuation pattern are executed. It is configured to be possible. It should be noted that the pre-game suggestion effect executed before the start of the game, the suggestion effect during the game executed during the game (for example, during the variable display of the decorative symbol), and the jackpot executed during the big hit (for example, during the big hit game). The suggestion effect may be configured to be executable. In this case, in the feature unit 121IW, the pre-game suggestion effect, the in-game suggestion effect, and the jackpot suggestion effect may be executed by a plurality of types of effect modes in which the reliability of the suggestion is different. For example, the setting suggestion effect. The reliability of the suggestion may be different for each type of.
For example, pre-game suggestion effect> jackpot suggestion effect> in-game suggestion effect, or pre-game suggestion effect>
The reliability of the suggestion may be increased in the order of suggestion production during the game> suggestion production during the big hit.
The reliability of the suggestion may be increased in the order of suggestion effect during game> suggestion effect during big hit> suggestion effect during pre-game, or suggestion effect during jackpot> suggestion effect during game> suggestion effect during pre-game. Further, the execution ratio of each setting suggestion effect may be set to be set. For example, the manager of the game machine does not execute some or all of the setting suggestion effects (for example, the pre-game suggestion effect and the initial appearance effect suggesting that the setting has been changed), or the execution ratio. It may be possible to change the setting so as to lower (or raise). For example, after turning on the power, the setting screen is displayed,
Operating means such as push button 31B and operating means such as switches provided inside the game machine (
It may be possible to change the setting related to the setting suggestion effect by operating (operated only by the administrator).

(Explanation of feature 011AK)
Next, the feature unit 011AK of the present embodiment will be described. In the feature unit 011AK, in addition to the feature unit 121IW, on the main board 11 side, the initial appearance of the special symbol (specifically, it is a combination of the special symbols and the first special symbol is started until the first variation display is started. Display device 4A
And the second special symbol display device 4B) is controlled to be displayed (hereinafter, also referred to as a special symbol initial appearance effect). Then, the feature unit 011AK notifies whether or not the setting has been changed in the special figure initial appearance effect. Hereinafter, the feature unit 01 having such a feature
1AK will be specifically described.

20-20 and 20-21 are flowcharts showing an example of the game control main process executed by the feature unit 011AK. In the game control main process executed by the feature unit 011AK, step 12 in the game control main process executed by the feature unit 121IW.
After executing the process of 1IWS002, a process of setting the loss type 1 as the initial result of the special symbol is performed (step 011AKS001). Further, in the game control main process executed by the feature unit 011AK, after executing the process of step 121IWS024 in the game control main process executed by the feature unit 121IW, the loss type 3 is set as the initial result of the special symbol. Processing is performed (step 011AKS001). Other processing is the same as the game control main processing shown in FIGS. 20-8 and 20-9.

In step 011AKS001 shown in FIG. 20-20, as an initial result of the special symbol, first, in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, FIG. 20-26 (
Make settings to display the display mode of the loss type 1 shown in A). As a result, as an initial result of the special symbol, in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B from the time when the power is turned on until the first variation display is started, FIG. Loss type shown 1
The display mode of is displayed. Further, step 011AK shown in FIG. 20-21.
S002 is performed when the RAM clear 2 process in step 121IWS024 is executed. In step 011AKS002, as the initial appearance of the special symbol, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to display the display mode of the loss type 3 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (C). .. As a result, as an initial result of the special symbol,
From the time the power is turned on until the first fluctuation display is started, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second
In the special symbol display device 4B, the display mode of the loss type 3 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (C) is displayed. The process of step 011AKS002 is RAM clear 2
Since it is performed when the process is executed, the loss type 3 shown in FIG. 20-26 (C) is shown.
Can be said to be a display mode for notifying that the RAM clear 2 process has been executed, that is, the RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102 has been performed. In step 011AKS002, only the display mode of the first special symbol display device 4A may be the display mode of the loss type 3 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (C). In this case, the display mode of the second special symbol display device 4B is 011A.
The display mode of the loss type 1 set in KS001 may be maintained.

FIG. 20-22 (A) is a flowchart showing an example of the setting confirmation process performed in step 121IWS019 of FIG. 20-21. Since the setting confirmation process shown in FIG. 20-22 (A) is the same as the setting confirmation process shown in FIG. 20-10 (A), the description thereof will be omitted. Figure 20-
22 (B) is a flowchart showing an example of the setting change process performed in step 121IWS029 of FIG. 20-21. In the setting change process in the feature unit 011AK, after it is determined in step 121IWSB05 in the setting change process executed in the feature unit 121IW that the setting key 121IW051 is not on, the loss type 2 is set as the initial result of the special symbol. Is performed (step 011AKS003). Other processing is the same as the setting change processing shown in FIG. 20-10 (B).

Step 011AKS003 shown in FIG. 20-22 (B) is performed in the setting change process. In step 011AKS003, as the initial appearance of the special symbol, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to display the display mode of the loss type 3 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (C). .. As a result, as an initial result of the special symbol, in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B from the time when the power is turned on until the first variation display is started, FIG. 20-26 (B) is shown. The display mode of the loss type 2 shown will be displayed. Since the process of step 011AKS003 is performed when the setting is changed, the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in FIG. 20-26 (B) is a display notifying that the setting has been changed. It can be said that this is an aspect. Therefore, it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

In step 011AKS003, only the display mode of the first special symbol display device 4A may be the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (B). In this case, the display mode of the second special symbol display device 4B may be the same as the display mode of the loss type 1 set in step 011AKS001. Assuming that the display modes of both the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are the display modes of the loss type 2, the period from the time when the setting is changed when the power is turned on to the start of the variable display. , The display mode of the loss type 2 will be displayed respectively. Since the gaming state after the power is turned on is the normal state, the possibility of winning the second start winning opening is low. Therefore, since the special figure game using the second special figure is rarely played, the display mode of the loss type 2 is continuously displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. Therefore, by setting only the first special symbol display device 4A as the display mode of the loss type 2, it is possible to prevent the display of the display mode of the loss type 2 from being continued, and to attract attention at the start of business of the amusement park. Can be enhanced.

Next, the processing of the special symbol normal processing (step S110) in the feature unit 011AK will be described. 20-23 and 20-24 are flowcharts showing an example of the special symbol normal processing (step S110) in the special symbol process processing. Feature 011AK
In the special symbol normal processing in the above, the special symbol normal processing in the feature portion 121IW (FIG. 20-
When it is determined in step 121IWS111 in 13 and FIG. 20-14) that the table is out of alignment, the CPU 103 determines the loss type determination table 011AK00 shown in FIG. 20-25.
With reference to 1, the loss type is determined to be one of the loss type 1 to the loss type 3 based on the random number (MR6) for determining the loss type (step 011AKS004).

FIG. 20-25 shows the loss type determination table 011AK0 stored in the ROM 101.
It is explanatory drawing which shows 01. In the feature unit 011AK, the loss type is determined by using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening (that is, when the variation display of the first special symbol is performed), and the game. The common loss type determination table 011AK001 is used when determining the loss type using the hold memory based on the ball winning the second start winning opening (that is, when the variation display of the second special symbol is performed). Although it is configured to be used, different tables may be provided so that the ratio of which loss type is determined is different. Further, as shown in the figure, in the feature unit 011AK, the ratio determined to the loss type 2 is lower than that of the loss types 1 and 3. As described above, since the display mode of the loss type 2 is a display mode for notifying that the setting has been changed, by lowering the ratio of the loss type 2 determined in this way, the special symbol can be displayed. It is possible to give a special feeling to the display mode as the initial result. In the illustrated example, a common judgment value is assigned regardless of the set value, but the judgment value corresponding to the random number (MR6) for the loss type judgment may be assigned differently for each set value. .. That is, the ratio of which of the loss type 1 and the loss type 3 is determined may be different for each set value. Further, the loss types 1 to loss types 3 that can be determined in step 011AKS004 are shown in FIGS. 20-26 (A).
) To (C), which is the display mode displayed in the special figure initial appearance effect. Then, in the special figure initial appearance effect, any one of the loss type 1 to the loss type 3 is displayed as a new display mode regardless of the mode displayed before the power is turned on. Therefore, since the mode displayed at the time of loss is newly displayed in the special figure initial roll effect, it is possible to prevent the player from being misunderstood that the control is in an advantageous state. In addition, FIG.
In the examples shown in 0-26 (A) to (C), all three LEs out of the 7-segment LEDs
An example is shown in which D is turned on and each display mode is set, but the number of LEDs to be turned on is
It may be different depending on the display mode.

After returning to FIG. 20-24 and executing the process of step 011AKS004, the CPU 103
Sets the data indicating the determined loss type in the loss type buffer in the RAM 102 (step 011AKS005). For example, when the loss type is "loss type 1", "01" is set as the data indicating the loss type, and when the loss type is "loss type 2", "02" is set as the data indicating the loss type. When the loss type is "loss type 3", "03" is set as the data indicating the loss type.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 011AK, the following effects can be obtained.

When the set value is changed, the CPU 103 executes the process of step 011AKS003, and in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B from after the power is turned on until the first variation display is started. As an initial result of the special symbol, the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (B) is displayed. That is, in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, as the initial appearance of the special symbol, different display modes are displayed depending on whether or not the set value has been changed. Therefore, it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

Further, the CPU 103 displays any of the loss type 1 to the loss type 3 as a new display mode regardless of the mode displayed before the power is turned on. The display modes of the loss type 1 to the loss type 3 are the modes displayed at the time of loss, and in the special figure initial roll effect, any of the display modes is newly displayed, so that it is controlled to an advantageous state. It is possible to prevent the player from being misidentified.

Specifically, when the set value is changed, the CPU 103 displays the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (B) as the initial appearance of the special symbol. Also, CPU103
When the RAM clearing process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102 is performed, the display mode of the loss type 3 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (C) is used as the initial appearance of the special symbol. Display. Then, in other cases (for example, when hot start or setting confirmation is performed), the display mode of the loss type 1 shown in FIG. 20-26 (A) is displayed. Therefore, the variation becomes abundant and the game entertainment can be improved. In addition, since the variations are abundant, the player who has knowledge about each variation can clearly distinguish the difference, and the player's specialty can be enhanced.

Further, when the set value is changed, in step 011AKS003, only the display mode of the first special symbol display device 4A may be set to the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (B). According to the above, it is possible to prevent the display of the display mode of the loss type 2 from being continued, and to increase the degree of attention at the start of business of the amusement park.

(Modification example of feature part 011AK)
In the above embodiment, since the special figure game using the second special figure is rarely played after the power is turned on, in step 011AKS003, only the display mode of the first special symbol display device 4A is shown in FIG. 20. It was shown that the display mode of the loss type 2 shown in −26 (B) may be used, but this is an example. For example, as shown in FIG. 20-30, the distribution member 011AK010
For the pachinko game machine 1 in which the normal winning ball device 80 is provided and the game balls can be alternately won in the first starting winning opening 99A and the second starting winning opening 99B, a special drawing game using the first special drawing is provided. In addition, a special figure game using the second special figure is also performed, and the display of the display mode of the loss type 2 is not continued. Therefore, in step 011AKS003, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are displayed. Both display modes of the display device 4B may be the display modes of the loss type 2 shown in FIGS. 20-26 (B). The distribution member 011AK010 may be configured to distribute the game balls flowing down the approach passage alternately to the left and right, for example. As shown in the figure, the first start winning opening 99A may be provided at the lower left of the distribution member 011AK010, and the second start winning opening 99B may be provided at the lower right of the distribution member 011AK010. Then, the first special figure game may be started when the game ball enters the first start winning opening 99A, and the second special figure game may be started when the game ball enters the second start winning opening 99B. .. According to this, even when one special identification information is in variable display, the display mode of the other special identification information can be visually recognized, and it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

Further, in the above embodiment, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4
An example in which B consists of a 7-segment LED or the like is shown, which is an example. For example, FIG.
The display device 011AK011 shown in 0-30 is provided, and among the plurality of LEDs included in the display device 011AK011, the first special symbol and the second special symbol and the second special symbol are provided in different lighting modes of LEDs in a predetermined area (lighting combination of predetermined LEDs). A special symbol may be displayed. Specifically, FIG. 20-
As shown in 31 (A), among the 40 LEDs included in the display device 011AK011,
The display result of the special figure 2 which is the second special symbol is represented by the lighting mode of the eight LEDs on the upper right, and the display result of the special figure 1 which is the first special symbol is represented by the lighting mode of the eight LEDs next to it. It may be represented. Further, depending on the lighting mode of the other LEDs, for example, the display result and the number of holdings of the normal symbol, the number of holdings of the special symbol, the jackpot type, and whether or not the time reduction control is in progress may be indicated. In this case, the display modes of the loss types 1 to 3 may be shown by the lighting combination of the LEDs shown in FIGS. 20-31 (B-1) to (B-3).

Further, in the above embodiment, an example in which the fourth symbol is displayed as an image on the image display device 5 and variably displayed is shown. For example, the fourth symbol 005AK001 and the fourth symbol 005AK002 are shown in FIGS. 20-30. Each of them may be composed of LEDs, and lighting control may be performed in response to the start of fluctuation of the first special figure and the start of fluctuation of the second special figure.

Further, in the above embodiment, an example in which the LED lighting combinations are different for each of the loss types 1 to 3 is shown, but the LED lighting combinations are not limited to the display combinations, and for example, the LED lighting combinations are the same regardless of the loss types 1 to 3. Although there is, the loss type 1 remains lit, while the loss type 2 blinks, and the loss type 3 turns on and off earlier than the loss type 2, and the cycle of the lit LED (lighting cycle). However, it may be different for each of the loss types 1 to 3. In addition, the brightness of the LED that lights up may be different for each of the loss types 1 to 3. That is, in the different display modes displayed as the initial appearance of the special symbol, the LED lighting combinations are different for each of the loss types 1 to 3, the lighting combinations are the same but the lighting cycles are different, and the lights are lit. LEDs having different brightness may be included. According to this, it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

In addition, for example, the fluctuation pattern may be different depending on which of the loss types 1 to 3 is used. Specifically, in the case of the loss type 1, it is easy to determine the fluctuation pattern that is non-reach loss, in the case of the loss type 2, it is easy to determine the fluctuation pattern that is the super reach loss, and in the case of the loss type 3. May be easily determined by a fluctuation pattern that deviates from the normal reach. Further, for example, when a command indicating which type of loss is used is transmitted to the effect control board 12 side and a reach effect having the same variation time is executed on the side of the effect control board 12, the loss type is eventually selected. You may perform different kinds of reach effects depending on whether or not it is. Further, regardless of whether or not the fluctuation times are the same, on the side of the effect control board 12, for example, the type of the mini game (the type of the character in the effect in which the character appears) is different depending on the type of loss. You may try to do it.

Further, in the above embodiment, as an initial result of the special symbol, an example of displaying the symbol displayed when the variable display result is "missing" is shown. For example, "small hit" or "big hit" is shown. It may be a symbol displayed in the case of. In addition, the variable display results are "big hit" and "small hit".
, And may be a symbol that is not displayed in any of the cases of "loss" and is displayed only when the power is turned on. Further, in the case where the control information on the main board 11 is backed up, the display mode of the special symbol before the power failure is backed up, and the RAM is cleared or the setting is not changed. That is, when a hot start or setting confirmation is performed, the symbol of the backed up display mode is displayed as 011AKS001 in FIGS. 20-20.
It may be displayed as the initial result of. In this case, if the backed up display mode symbol is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot symbol may be displayed. Further, for example, if the backed up symbol of the display mode is a symbol of the loss type 2 or the display mode of the loss type 3, the symbol of the display mode is displayed. According to this, even when hot start or setting confirmation is performed, the initial appearance of the display mode of the loss type 2 or the loss type 3 is displayed.
It is possible to execute the so-called Gase setting change suggestion effect, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

In addition, for example, it may be suggested that the set value is changed by the combination of the display modes of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. According to this, it is possible to give complexity, and it is possible to make only a more knowledgeable player aware of the change of the set value, and it is possible to enhance the professionalism of the player. Further, it may be suggested that the set value is changed not only by the special symbol display device but also by the lighting combination of 40 LEDs included in the display device 011AK011 shown in FIGS. 20-31, for example. Further, it may be suggested that the set value is changed in the ordinary symbol display 20 including the 7-segment LED or the like instead of the special symbol display device.

(Explanation of Means Related to Feature 011AK)
Conventionally, as a game machine whose settings related to games can be changed, for example, JP-A-2010-20090
Some are described in Gazette No. 2. Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-201002 describes that the display control of an effect based on a set value is performed, and the process of displaying each character image of a giraffe, an elephant, or a lion is executed at a predetermined timing. In addition, the predetermined timing may be, for example, when a special symbol changes, but it may be more regular (at total variation, every predetermined variation, etc.) or irregularly (when winning by random number lottery, etc.). It is stated that it may be present. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902, all the data is deleted when the set value is changed. Therefore, for example, the game is started by paying attention to whether or not the setting has been changed. It is not possible to suggest that the set value has been changed favorably for the player. Therefore, it is still insufficient from the viewpoint of preferably suggesting that the set value has been changed. Therefore, as a game machine of means 1 according to the feature unit 011AK for providing a game machine capable of preferably suggesting that the set value has been changed, the special identification information is variably displayed, and the special identification information is displayed. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player according to a variable display result, and has a plurality of types of setting values (for example, setting values 1 to 3) having different advantages for the player. A setting means capable of setting any of the set values, and a variable display means for production (first) that executes variable display of identification information for production in response to variable display of special identification information. In response to the start of the special figure game or the second special figure game, a CPU 120 for effect control that executes variable display of decorative symbols, etc.) and a plurality of areas where variable display of special identification information is performed. Type display mode (for example, loss type 1
It is possible to display one of the display modes (such as the display modes of to 3), and display different display modes depending on whether or not the set setting value has been changed (for example, the set value is changed). In this case, the game machine may be characterized in that the display mode of the loss type 2 is displayed as the initial appearance of the special symbol). According to such a configuration, it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

As the game machine of the means 2 according to the feature unit 011AK, the set value set among a plurality of types of variable display results indicating that the special identification information is not controlled to the advantageous state in the variable display at the start of power supply is set. Different types of variable display results, depending on whether or not they have been changed, are newly displayed regardless of the display mode before the power supply (for example, as a new display mode regardless of the mode displayed before the power is turned on). It may be a gaming machine of means 1 according to the feature unit 011AK, which is characterized by displaying any display mode of the loss type 1 to the loss type 3). According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from giving a misunderstanding that the player is controlled in an advantageous state.

As the gaming machine of the means 3 according to the feature unit 011AK, when the set value is not changed, a display in a different display mode is performed depending on whether or not the stored contents before power supply are erased (for example, the RAM clear process If this is done, the display mode of the loss type 3 is displayed, and in other cases, the display mode of the loss type 1 is displayed.) The feature unit 011 is characterized.
It may be a game machine of means 1 or means 2 related to AK. According to such a configuration, abundant variations can be made and the game entertainment can be improved.

As a gaming machine of means 4 according to the feature unit 011AK, the special identification information includes the first special identification information (
For example, the first special symbol (for example) and the second special identification information (for example, the second special symbol) are included.
Display different display modes depending on whether or not the set set value has been changed is performed in the area where the variable display of the first special identification information is performed (for example, when the set value is changed, the first special symbol is displayed. Only the display mode of the display device 4A is the display mode of the loss type 2), and the game machine may be any of the means 1 to the means 3 according to the feature unit 011AK. With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the degree of attention at the start of business of the amusement park.

As the game machine of the means 5 according to the feature unit 011AK, the first starting area (for example, the first starting winning opening 99A) and the second starting area (for example, the second starting) are used as the starting area for starting the variable display of the special identification information. A prize opening 99B, etc.) is provided, and a distribution device (for example, a distribution member 011AK010) for distributing the game medium into the first start area and the second start area is provided in the game area, and the special identification information is provided. Includes first special identification information (for example, first special symbol) and second special identification information (for example, second special symbol), and is the first special identification when the game medium enters the first starting area. The information is variably displayed, and when the game medium enters the second starting area, the second special identification information is variably displayed (when the game ball enters the first starting winning opening 99A, the first special figure game Is started, and the second special figure game is started when the game ball enters the second start winning opening 99B), and the display mode differs depending on whether or not the set set value has been changed. Is performed in the area where the variable display of the first special identification information is performed and the area where the variable display of the second special identification information is performed (for example, both the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B). The display mode may be any of the game machines 1 to 4 according to the feature unit 011AK, which is characterized in that the display mode is the display mode of the loss type 2). According to such a configuration, even when one special identification information is being variably displayed, the display mode of the other special identification information can be visually recognized, and it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

As the gaming machine of the means 6 according to the feature unit 011AK, the same light emitting means as the one having the different display modes by providing different combinations of light emitting means for providing and lighting a plurality of light emitting means in the different display modes. (For example, loss types 1 to 1) include those having different display modes by differentizing the light emitting time or the brightness of the light emitting means.
3 The feature unit 011AK is characterized in that, in addition to the LED lighting combinations that are different for each, the lighting combinations are the same but the lighting cycles are different, and the lighting LEDs have different brightness). It may be any game machine of means 1 to means 5.
According to such a configuration, it can be preferably suggested that the set value has been changed.

(Explanation of feature section 005AK)
Next, the feature unit 005AK of the present embodiment will be described. In the feature part 005AK,
At the upper right of the display screen of the image display device 5, the player can determine whether or not the fourth symbol is being variably displayed by variably displaying the fourth symbol in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. There is a fourth symbol display area for notifying. The fourth symbol display area in the feature unit 005AK is provided at a position that does not interfere with those effects even when the super reach effect or the like is executed, and even when the super reach effect or the like is being executed. The variable display of the fourth symbol is continuously executed. The fourth symbol is invisible when the game is stopped, such as when the setting is being changed. In addition, in the fourth symbol, a highly important error such as stopping the game occurs, and
When displaying an error with a high priority, it may be invisible or difficult to see. Further, in the present embodiment, the decorative symbol (hereinafter, also referred to as an effect symbol) is larger than the fourth symbol displayed in the fourth symbol display area and is easy to see. In the feature unit 005AK, the set value can be suggested by the stop mode of the fourth symbol. That is, in the feature unit 005AK, it is possible to execute the fourth symbol suggestion effect that suggests the set value depending on which stop mode the fourth symbol is. Hereinafter, the feature unit 005AK having such features will be specifically described.

FIG. 20-27 is a flowchart showing an example of the fourth symbol suggestion effect setting process. 4th
The symbol suggestion effect setting process is executed in the variable display start setting process (step S171). In the fourth symbol suggestion effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the time reduction control is in progress (step 005AKS001). If the time reduction control is in progress (step 005AKS001; Yes), the process ends as it is. When time saving control is not in progress (
Step 005AKS001; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern including super reach (step 005AKS002).
.. When it is not a fluctuation pattern including super reach (step 005AKS002; No
), End the process as it is. In the example shown in FIGS. 20-27, the process is terminated as it is when the time reduction control is in progress, but the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed regardless of whether or not the time reduction control is in progress. May be good.

When the fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern including super reach (step 005AKS)
002; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the fourth symbol suggestion effect and the effect mode when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed (step 005AKS003), and ends the process. As described above, in the feature unit 005AK, when the reach effect of the super reach is executed, the fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed. In other words, when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed (more specifically, before the execution of the fourth symbol suggestion effect), the reach effect of the super reach is executed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the execution result of the fourth symbol suggestion effect, that is, the stop mode of the fourth symbol from being overlooked, and to prevent the game from being enjoyed. For example, in the variable display effect of the pseudo-ream, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed, but in order to prevent the decorative symbol from being mistaken for a stop and paying attention to the fourth symbol, the decorative symbol is stopped. Directing to pay attention to 4 patterns (
For example, arrow display, message display, etc.) may be performed. Further, the execution rate of the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be different depending on the type of super reach. For example, in the case of super reach with low expectation, the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed at a high rate. , The player's expectation can be maintained. Further, the effect performed before the execution of the fourth symbol suggestion effect is not limited to the reach effect of the super reach. For example, if it succeeds, the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed, and if it fails, the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed. It may be a fanning effect that incites whether or not the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed, such that is not executed, or the stop mode of the fourth symbol is "gold".
If so, it may be an explanatory effect that displays the content such as the setting value "3" is confirmed.

The fourth symbol in this embodiment corresponds to the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the fourth symbol 005
AK001 starts variable display. In addition, in response to the start of fluctuation of the second special figure, the fourth symbol 00
5AK002 starts variable display. In the feature unit 005AK, the display mode is a round shape before the start of the variable display of the fourth symbol, but the display mode changes to a star shape with the start of the variable display. Then, as the variable display of the fourth symbol, the star-shaped display is repeatedly turned on and off as the special figure fluctuates, and the stop mode of the star-shaped display is shown in accordance with the end of the fluctuation of the special figure. 20-2
It is displayed as an aspect determined based on the fourth symbol suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 8 (FIG. 20).
See -29). The fourth symbol suggestion effect in the feature unit 005AK is an effect that suggests a set value depending on which mode the stop mode is. In the process of step 005AKS003,
Whether or not the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed and the execution mode when it is executed (including the stop mode when it is not executed) are determined. The 4th symbol 005AK001 and the 4th symbol 0
05AK002 is displayed at a position that does not interfere with those effects even when the super reach effect or the like is executed, and the fourth symbol is continuously variable even during the execution of the super reach effect or the like. The display is executed (see FIG. 20-29 (B)). In addition, the decorative design (hereinafter, also referred to as a production design) is displayed larger than the fourth design, making it easier to see. Further, regarding the variable display of the fourth symbol, even if the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the reach mode, the variable display mode of the four symbols is not the reach mode, and the variable display of the decorative symbol is simulated. Even in the case of a series, the variable display accompanied by the pseudo series is not executed in the fourth symbol.

Specifically, in step 005AKS003, in FIG. 20, depending on the set value set.
Refer to any of the fourth symbol suggestion effect determination tables A to C shown in −28 (A) to (C).
According to the determined determination ratio shown in the figure, whether or not the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed and the execution mode thereof are determined according to the variable display result. The effect control CPU 120 may acquire the variable display result by referring to the symbol determination result designation command included in the start winning command.

In the feature unit 005AK, as shown in FIGS. 20-28, the execution rate of the fourth symbol suggestion effect and the rate of which mode is the execution mode are different depending on which setting value is set. There is. Specifically, the rate at which the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed increases in the order of the set values "3">"2">"1". Further, in the feature unit 005AK, when the variable display result is "missing", the ratio of executing the fourth symbol suggestion effect is lower than when the variable display result is "big hit" or "small hit". However, since the probability that the variable display result will be "big hit" or "small hit" is much higher than the probability that it will be "missing", the fourth symbol when the variable display result is "missing" as a result. The frequency with which the suggestion effect is executed, that is,
The frequency with which the player visually recognizes the fourth symbol suggestion effect at the time of "loss" increases.

Further, in the illustrated example, there are two types (black and gray) when the variable display result is “missing”.
There are four types of "big hit" modes (blue, green, red, gold) and two types of "small hit" modes (yellow and orange), and the number varies depending on the variable display result. Although it is a display mode,
It may be a common number regardless of the variable display result. Further, in this embodiment, when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is not executed, the variable display result is "black" when it is "missing", "blue" when it is "big hit", and "yellow" when it is "small hit". It becomes a stop mode. On the other hand, when executing the fourth symbol suggestion effect, when the variable display result is "miss", it is "ash", and when it is "big hit", it is "green", "red", "gold", or "small hit". Occasionally, the stop mode is "orange". In this embodiment, an example in which the colors are different is shown as the stopping mode, but for example, the shapes may be different. Further, as shown in FIGS. 20-28, the stopping mode of "gold" is determined only when the set value is "3". Therefore, if the stop mode of "gold" is displayed as the stop mode of the fourth symbol, it is confirmed that the set value is "3".

In this embodiment, the "gray" and "green" stop modes are, for example, stop modes that suggest that the set value is not "1" and can be displayed even when the set value is "1". It is an aspect. Further, the stop modes of "red" and "orange" are, for example, a stop mode suggesting that the setting is high, and can be displayed even when the set value is a low setting such as "1". Therefore, in this embodiment, the so-called Gase fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed.

In the process of step 005AKS003 in FIGS. 20-27, the fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed regardless of which is the variable display result according to the fourth symbol suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 20-28. Although a certain example is shown, for example, the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed only when the variable display result is a “big hit”. In this case, if the variable display result is "missing", the stop mode is always "black", and if the variable display result is "small hit", the stop mode is always "yellow". Furthermore, if there are multiple types of jackpots with different advantages for the player, such as 16R probability variation jackpot, 8R probability variation jackpot, 16R non-probability variation jackpot, and 8R non-probability variation jackpot, the type of jackpot is selected. The rate of determination of the stop mode may be further different depending on the situation. Further, although the stop mode is the same regardless of the type of jackpot (for example, the stop mode of "gold" regardless of the type of jackpot), for example, in the case of a 16R probable variable jackpot, the display size is larger than that of the 8R non-probable variable jackpot. The visibility may be different depending on the advantage, such as large, high brightness, and effect display.

Further, the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed only when the variable display result is "small hit". In this case, if the variable display result is "missing", the stop mode is always "black", and if the variable display result is "big hit", the stop mode is always "blue". Then, there are four types of stopping modes of the fourth symbol suggestion effect executed in the case of "small hit", not only in "orange" but also in the case of "big hit" in FIGS. 20-28 (for example, "green"). , "Yellow green" corresponding to "", "rainbow" corresponding to "gold", etc.). According to this, the player's attention to the small hit can be attracted. Further, for example, a plurality of types of small hits having different advantages for the player, such as a small hit with an open pattern that is easy to win, a small hit with an open pattern that is difficult to win, a small hit with a large number of openings, and a small hit with a small number of openings. If there is, the rate of determining the stop mode may be further different depending on the type of the small hit. Further, although the stopping mode is the same regardless of the type of small hit (for example, the stopping mode of "rainbow" regardless of the type of small hit), for example, it is difficult to win a prize in the case of a small hit with an open pattern that is easy to win. The visibility may differ depending on the advantage, such as a display size larger than a small hit of an open pattern, a high brightness, and an effect display. In addition, it should be noted
When the variable display result is "big hit" and "small hit", that is, when it is not "missing", the fourth
The design suggestion effect may be feasible. In this case, the stop mode of the fourth symbol may be continuously displayed even during the big hit game or the small hit game. According to this, the recognition is enhanced, and more suitable setting suggestion can be made.

Further, the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed only when the variable display result is "missing". In this case, when the variable display result is "small hit", the stop mode is always "yellow", and when the variable display result is "big hit", the stop mode is always "blue". Then, the stopping mode of the fourth symbol suggestion effect executed in the case of "loss" is not limited to "ash", but four types (for example, "red") as in the case of "big hit" in FIGS. 20-28. "Peach" corresponding to "Peach", "Tiger pattern" corresponding to "Gold"
Etc.). As described above, since the variable display result is almost always "missing", the frequency at which the player visually recognizes the fourth symbol suggestion effect at the time of "missing" increases. Therefore, the player statistically grasps the stop mode of the fourth symbol suggestion effect at the time of "loss" executed in the variable display a plurality of times (for example, the cumulative number of "peaches" is large), and the set value is set. Can be guessed. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's attention to the loss, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in the game interest when the player is not controlled in an advantageous state. In addition, only when the variable display result is "big hit" and "miss", "small hit" and "small hit"
The fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed only in the case of "loss". Further, it may be possible to set by the operation of the player which variable display result the fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed.

FIG. 20-29 is a diagram showing an example of an effect operation in the feature unit 005AK, specifically.
An example of the effect operation when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed is shown. In the illustrated example
The first special figure changes, and the second special figure shows an example in which it does not change. Further, as shown in the figure, in the feature unit 005AK, "left", "middle", and "left", "middle", and "in synchronization with the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol" are displayed on the upper left of the display screen of the image display device 5. Small design of "right" (in this example, "1" to "8"
There is a small symbol display area 005AK003 that variably displays the symbol).

The small symbol display area 005AK003 is provided at a position that does not interfere with the super reach effect even when the super reach effect is executed, and is continuously small even during the execution of the super reach effect or the like. Variable display of the symbol may be executed (see FIG. 20-29 (B)).
.. Further, the decorative symbol may be larger than the small symbol displayed in the small symbol display area 005AK003 and may be easily visible. As for the variable display of the small symbol, similarly to the fourth symbol, even if the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the reach mode, the variable display mode of the small symbol is not the reach mode, and the decorative symbol is not the reach mode. Even if the variable display of is a pseudo-ream, the variable display accompanied by the pseudo-ream may not be executed in the small symbol, and unlike the fourth symbol, it is the same as the variable display mode of the decorative symbol. Variable display of aspects may be performed. Feature 0
The small symbol in 05AK shall execute the variable display in the same manner as the variable display of the decorative symbol. Therefore, the player can recognize the content of the variable display by visually recognizing the variable display of the small symbol. On the other hand, unlike the small symbol, the fourth symbol does not allow the player to recognize the type of the decorative symbol that is changing, but only needs to allow the player to recognize whether or not the variable display is in progress. That is, the degree of recognition of the player regarding the content of the variable display (the degree of recognition of the degree of expectation for the variable display during execution) may be increased in the order of decorative symbol> small symbol> fourth symbol. Therefore, the degree of attention of the player usually increases in the order of decorative symbol> small symbol> fourth symbol.

As described above, the feature unit 005AK executes the fourth symbol suggestion effect that suggests the set value by the stop mode of the fourth symbol. In addition to this, for example, the set value is suggested by the stop symbol of the small symbol. The small symbol suggestion effect may be executed. In this case, the reliability of the suggestion may be increased in the order of the fourth symbol suggestion effect> the small symbol suggestion effect. According to this
It is possible to attract attention to the stop mode of the fourth symbol, which has a low degree of attention, and to improve the interest of the game. For example, when the small symbol suggestion effect is executed, the stop symbol may be in the form of "112" or "223" regardless of the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. As for the stop symbol "112" (second effect mode) of the small symbol, the rate of execution is high in the order of the set value "1">"2">"3", and the stop symbol "223" (second effect mode) of the small symbol is executed. Regarding the first effect mode), the determination value may be assigned so that the ratio of execution in the order of the set value “2”>“1”> “3” increases. That is, it is suggested that the set value is set to be more advantageous than that in the first effect mode when the second effect mode is used, and when the first effect mode is used.
It may be suggested that there is a high possibility that the set value is "2", and that it is highly likely that the set value is "1" in the second effect mode.

As shown in FIG. 20-29 (A), when the variable display of the decorative symbol (variable display started in response to the start of fluctuation of the first special figure) is started, the small symbol display area 005AK003 is started. The symbol starts variable display, and the fourth symbol 005AK001 starts variable display. As shown in the figure, the fourth symbol has a round display mode before the start of the variable display, but the display mode changes to a star shape with the start of the variable display (the fourth symbol 005AK002 that does not perform the variable display is a circle). It remains a mold).

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 20-29 (B), during the variable display, the fourth symbol 005AK001 continues to be turned on and off repeatedly at regular time intervals. In the feature unit 005AK, lighting and extinguishing are repeated with a color different from the color of the stop mode shown in FIGS. 20-28, such as purple and yellow-green. Then, at the end timing of the variable display, as shown in FIGS. 20-29 (C), the stop symbol of the small symbol has the same mode as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. On the other hand, in the fourth symbol 005AK001, one of the plurality of modes shown in FIGS. 20-28 is displayed as the mode of the stop symbol. In the illustrated example, an example is shown when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed, and since the variable display result is "missing", the stop mode of the fourth symbol 005AK001 is "ash". Shown. When the variable display result is "big hit", the stop mode of the fourth symbol may be continuously displayed even during the big hit game state. As described above, there are four types of stop modes (blue, green, red, and gold) when the variable display result is "big hit", but when the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed, that is, "green", "Red","
Only when any of the stop modes of "gold" is reached, the stop mode may be displayed even during the big hit game. Further, only the stop mode of "gold", which is determined to be the set value "3", may be continuously displayed even during the big hit game. According to this, it is possible to prevent the setting value from being overlooked even though it is definitely suggested to be the highest setting value.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 005AK, the following effects can be obtained.

The effect control CPU 120 has a decorative symbol and a fourth symbol that is harder to see than the decorative symbol.
It is possible to perform a fourth symbol suggestion effect that is variably displayed corresponding to the special symbol game and suggests a set value depending on which mode the stop mode of the fourth symbol is. That is, it is possible to suggest the set value by setting the stop mode different depending on the set value. Therefore, a suitable setting suggestion can be made.

Further, when the variable display result is "big hit" and "small hit", that is, when it is not "missing", the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed, and the fourth symbol may be executed even during the big hit game or the small hit game. 4 The stop mode of the symbol may be continuously displayed. According to this, the recognition is enhanced, and more suitable setting suggestion can be made.

Further, the fourth symbol suggestion effect may be executed only when the variable display result is “miss”, and the stop mode of the fourth symbol suggestion effect executed when the variable display result is “miss” is shown in FIG. 20. −
As in the case of the "big hit" in 28, there may be four types (for example, "peach" corresponding to "red", "tiger pattern" corresponding to "gold", etc.). In most cases, the variable display result will be "missing", and the player will frequently see the fourth symbol suggestion effect at the time of "missing".
The player estimates the set value by statistically grasping the stopping mode of the fourth symbol suggestion effect at the time of "loss" executed in the variable display multiple times (for example, the cumulative number of "peaches" is large). This makes it possible to attract the player's attention to the loss, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game interest when the player is not controlled in an advantageous state.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 executes the reach effect of the super reach before executing the fourth symbol suggestion effect. Therefore, since a specific effect is executed before the setting suggestion is executed, it is possible to prevent the setting suggestion from being overlooked and to prevent the game from being enjoyed.

(Modification example of feature part 005AK)
In the above embodiment, an example in which the set value is suggested in the stop mode of the fourth symbol is shown, but in addition to this, for example, the set value may be suggested during variable display (during variable). For example, when a big hit of full rotation or a premier production is performed, the "big hit" is confirmed from the fluctuation. If the set value can be suggested by the fourth symbol in such a fluctuation, the player's attention to the fourth symbol can be attracted, and the time after the jackpot is confirmed can be effectively utilized.
In addition, when shortening fluctuations such as during time reduction control are performed, it is easy to overlook the setting suggestion only in the stop mode, so even if the set value is suggested in a series of flows from the fluctuation to the stop. Good. When suggesting the setting during the fluctuation, the blinking color may be changed during the period during which the fourth symbol is blinking and displayed. As described above, if the set value can be suggested even during the variable display, the player's attention to the fourth symbol can be attracted even during the variable display, and the game interest can be improved.

Further, in the above embodiment, an example in which the set value is suggested by the stop mode of the fourth symbol is shown, but in addition to this, for example, the stop mode of the fourth symbol displayed in the past based on the operation of the player. It may be possible to display the history of. Specifically, the history may be displayed based on the player's operation on the menu screen, the history may be confirmed by reading the QR code (registered trademark), or the history may be pushed during the fanfare. The history may be displayed when a hidden command such as pressing the button 31B seven times is executed. The history is
For example, only what is displayed when the variable display result becomes "big hit" may be displayed. Further, as for the stop mode of "ash", since it is easy to display many, for example, the number of times displayed within 20 fluctuations may be displayed as a history. Further, it may be possible to display the number of times suggested at the time of a big hit, such as one suggested out of three big hits. The history may be a history for one business day of the amusement park, and may be deleted by turning off the power, changing the setting, clearing the RAM, or the like.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, an example is shown in which the display mode of the fourth symbol changes between before and after the start of the variable display (a round shape before the start and a star shape after the start), which is an example. The shape may be different between the fourth symbol corresponding to the first special figure and the fourth symbol corresponding to the second special figure so that the shape does not change before and after the variable display.

(Explanation of Means Concerning Feature 005AK)
Conventionally, as a game machine whose settings related to games can be changed, for example, JP-A-2010-20090
Some are described in Gazette No. 2. Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-201002 describes that the display control of an effect based on a set value is performed, and the process of displaying each character image of a giraffe, an elephant, or a lion is executed at a predetermined timing. In addition, the predetermined timing may be, for example, when a special symbol changes, but it may be more regular (at total variation, every predetermined variation, etc.) or irregularly (when winning by random number lottery, etc.). It is stated that it may be present. Further, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2015-47276 describes a gaming machine that performs variable display of the fourth symbol. Therefore, in a gaming machine that performs variable display of the fourth symbol as described in JP-A-2015-47276, giraffes and elephants are based on set values as described in JP-A-2010-200902. , It is conceivable to suggest the setting value (setting suggestion) by displaying each character image of the lion, but the setting suggestion by displaying the character image is easily recognized by other players, and is a suitable setting suggestion. It is still not enough from the viewpoint of doing. Therefore, as a game machine of the means 1 according to the feature unit 005AK for providing a game machine capable of suggesting a suitable setting, a game machine for playing a game (
For example, a pachinko gaming machine 1), which is a setting means capable of setting any of a plurality of types of setting values (for example, any of setting values 1 to 3) having different advantages for the player. A variable display means (for example, a decorative symbol) capable of variably displaying the decorative identification information (for example, a decorative symbol) and special identification information (for example, a fourth symbol) having a lower visibility by the player than the decorative identification information. , The effect control CPU 120 that performs variable display of the fourth symbol, etc.), and the variable display means has a different mode of stopping in the variable display of the special identification information depending on a set value. By doing so, it is possible to suggest a set value (for example, it is possible to execute a fourth symbol suggestion effect that suggests a set value depending on which stop mode the fourth symbol is stopped). It may be a machine. According to such a configuration, it is possible to suggest a suitable setting.

As the gaming machine of the means 2 according to the feature unit 005AK, the variable display means can suggest a set value when a variable display result indicating that the player is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, variable display). When the results are "big hit" and "small hit", the fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed), and the stop mode can be visually recognized even during the control to the advantageous state (for example, during the big hit game or the small hit game). It may be the gaming machine of the means 1 according to the feature unit 005AK, which is characterized in that the stop mode of the fourth symbol can be continuously displayed, etc.). According to such a configuration, since the stop mode can be visually recognized even during control in an advantageous state, the recognition property is enhanced, and a more suitable setting suggestion can be made.

As the gaming machine of the means 3 according to the feature unit 005AK, the variable display means can suggest a set value when a variable display result indicating that the player is not controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to the player is obtained (for example, the variable display result). The fourth symbol suggestion effect can be executed only when is "lost"), and the gaming machine of means 1 according to the feature unit 005AK may be characterized.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment when the advantageous state is not controlled.

As the game machine of the means 4 according to the feature unit 005AK, a specific effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing a reach effect of super reach) capable of executing a specific effect before suggesting a set value is further provided. Means 1 for the feature unit 005AK characterized by
It may be any of the gaming machines of means 3. According to such a configuration, since a specific effect is executed before the setting suggestion is executed, it is possible to prevent the setting suggestion from being overlooked and to prevent the game from being enjoyed.

As the gaming machine of the means 5 according to the feature unit 005AK, the variable display means can suggest a set value during the variable display of the special identification information (for example, the set value can be suggested during the variable display). It may be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to 4 related to the feature unit 005AK. According to such a configuration, the player's attention to the special identification information can be gathered even during the variable display, and the game interest can be improved.

As the gaming machine of the means 6 according to the feature unit 005AK, a history display means capable of displaying the history of the suggested set value (for example, the history of the stop mode of the fourth symbol displayed in the past can be displayed). It may be any of the game machines of means 1 to means 5 according to the feature unit 005AK, which is further provided. According to such a configuration, even if the setting suggestion is overlooked, it can be confirmed and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game interest.

(Explanation related to the association of feature parts)
Each configuration relating to the feature portion 31AK, the feature portion 121IW, the feature portion 011AK, and the feature portion 005AK may be appropriately combined with a part or all of the respective configurations relating to the other feature portions. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature portions. For example, in the feature unit 121IW, an odd initial number or a special initial number is set even though a disadvantageous setting value is set when the setting value command cannot be normally received due to a command omission or data corruption. It reduces the situation in which the player is disappointed by displaying his eyes, and prevents the player from losing interest in the game. When this feature unit is applied to the fourth symbol suggestion effect in the feature unit 005AK, not only the set value command but also the command missing or data garbled required for the setting suggestion effect occurs, a disadvantageous setting value is generated. In order to prevent the execution of the setting suggestion that suggests a setting value that is advantageous to the player even though it is set, the setting suggestion that suggests that the setting value is low may be executed.

Further, for example, the stop mode of the fourth symbol in the feature unit 005AK may be different depending on which of the loss types 1 to 3 is in the feature unit 011AK.
Specifically, a command indicating which type of loss is used is transmitted to the effect control board 12, and the effect control CPU 120 specifies the loss type based on the command. And
According to the loss type, the stop mode of the fourth symbol when the variable display result is "loss" may be determined at different ratios. Further, for example, if the loss type 1 is used, it is determined that the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed at a rate of 20%, and if the loss type 2 is used, the fourth symbol is performed at a rate of 85%.
Whether or not the fourth symbol suggestion effect is executed may be determined to be different depending on the type of loss, such as determining that the symbol suggestion effect is to be executed.

(Explanation of feature 13SH)
Next, the game machine related to the feature unit 13SH will be described. The gaming machine according to the feature unit 13SH is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and includes a substrate on which electronic components are mounted and a plurality of light emitting means mounted on the substrate. The substrate includes a light emitting means and a second light emitting means used for applications having a higher importance than the first light emitting means, and the substrate includes a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the first light emitting means and the periphery of the second light emitting means. It is located in and has an absorbing portion that absorbs the light of the second light emitting means. In this embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described as an example of the gaming machine related to the feature unit 13SH.

(Structure of pachinko gaming machine 1 related to feature unit 13SH, etc.)
FIG. 21-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature portion 13SH, and shows the layout of the main members.

Among the components of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the feature unit 13SH, the components of the same name having the same reference numerals as the components of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the above-described embodiment have the same functions and operations. Shown. Therefore, the detailed description thereof will be omitted in the following description.

A row of nails 19 is provided on the right side of the first start winning opening, so that the game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area does not enter the area provided with the first starting winning opening. ing. In this way, by providing the row of nails 19 for preventing the game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area from entering, only when the game ball is launched aiming at the left side of the game area. 1st
A game ball can be won at the starting prize opening.

In this example, since the row of nails 19 is provided, the game ball can be won in the first starting winning opening only when the left-handed operation is performed. Not limited to. For example, since the first start winning opening is provided on the left side of the game area, the first starting winning opening may be configured to be able to win only when the left-handed operation is performed, or the first starting winning opening may be a game. A game ball may be configured to be able to win a prize in the first start winning opening only when a left-handed operation is performed by providing a row of nails 19 as well as being provided on the left side of the area.

A passing gate 41 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5. The game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21.

Below the passing gate 41, a special variable winning ball device 7 that forms a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 extends in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and moves the plate-shaped bottom surface member formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows in the front-rear direction.
The first state in which the game ball can win a prize in the large winning opening located on the left side of the bottom member and the second state in which the game ball cannot win a prize are changed. The special variable winning ball device 7 moves the bottom member backward toward the rear in the big hit game state that occurs when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The second state is moved forward and forward, and control is performed so that the game ball can win a prize in the large winning opening which is the winning area.

Below the special variable winning ball device 7, a special variable winning ball device 17 forming a special winning opening for small hits and a variable winning ball device 6B having a second starting winning opening are provided, and on the left side. A special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged, and a variable winning ball device 6B is arranged adjacent to the right side thereof. The special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B extend in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and have a plate-shaped bottom member formed as the bottom surface of a flow path through which the game ball flows.
By moving forward and backward in the front-rear direction, the game ball is changed into an open state in which the game ball can be won in the special winning opening and the second starting winning opening located below the bottom member, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be won. The special variable winning ball device 17 faces the bottom member forward in a small hit game state that occurs when a predetermined display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The open control is executed in which the special winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened by moving backward from the closed state in which the moving forward is moved. Further, the variable winning ball device 6B is a normal symbol display 20.
When the symbol is derived and displayed, the bottom member is moved backward from the closed state in which the bottom member is moved forward, and the opening control is performed so that the second start winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened. Execute.

In this example, the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed so as to have the same structure. Further, the game ball that has fallen on the special variable winning ball device 7 falls on the variable winning ball device 6B below the special variable winning ball device 7 if the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the second state.

Further, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed so that the bottom surface member is slightly inclined from the upper right to the lower left, the game on the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B. If the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B is in the closed state, the ball moves on the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B from the upper right to the lower left. Further, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are arranged so as to be adjacent to each other, the game ball that has fallen on the variable winning ball device 6B without winning the special variable winning ball device 7 can be removed.
If the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B is moved backward and the second starting winning opening is in the open state, the game ball wins the second starting winning opening, and the special variable winning ball device 17 is played. The sphere does not flow. On the other hand, if the second starting winning opening is not open, the game ball is a variable winning ball device 6
It moves on the bottom member of B and is guided toward the special variable winning ball device 17. At this time, if the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 is moved backward and the special winning opening is in the open state, the game ball wins the special winning opening. Further, if the special winning opening is not open, the game ball moves on the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 and falls toward the out opening as it is.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed with a plurality of regulation pieces for reducing the flow speed of the game ball flowing down on the bottom surface member. In this example, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are provided with the regulation piece, the game ball flowing down from the upper right to the lower left is meandered by the movement of the front-back direction component. The flow direction of the game ball is changed, and the time required for the flow is delayed compared to the case without the regulation piece.

In this example, the special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged on the left side and the variable winning ball device 6B is arranged on the right side. However, the bottom members of the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are arranged. It is formed so as to gently incline from the upper right to the lower left, and when the bottom member is not retracted and is in the open state, the game is played from the variable winning ball device 6B toward the special variable winning ball device 17. In this sense, it can be said that the variable winning ball device 6B is provided on the upstream side and the special variable winning ball device 17 is provided on the downstream side because the ball is configured to flow.

In the big winning opening, the first count switch 23 that can detect the game ball that won in the big winning opening
Is provided. When a game ball is detected by the first count switch 23, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information. Therefore, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the first state and the game ball can be won in the large winning opening, the player is in an advantageous state. On the other hand, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is controlled to the second state and the game ball cannot be won in the large winning opening, the game ball cannot be passed through the large winning opening to obtain the winning ball. Therefore, it becomes a disadvantage for the player.

A second count switch 24 that can detect a game ball that has won a prize in the special winning opening is provided in the special winning opening. When a game ball is detected by the second count switch 24, a predetermined number of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information. Here, when the game ball passes through the special winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball device 17, the number of winning balls is smaller than that when the game ball wins in the large winning opening, but for example, the first More prize balls are paid out than when the game ball passes through other winning holes such as the starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. Therefore, if the special variable winning ball device 17 is open-controlled and the special winning opening is opened, it is in an advantageous state for the player. On the other hand, if the special variable winning ball device 17 is closed and controlled and the special winning opening is opened, the special winning opening cannot be passed through the game ball to obtain the winning ball, which is disadvantageous to the player. It becomes.

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

In this pachinko gaming machine 1, a passing gate 41, a special variable winning ball device 7, a variable winning ball device 6B, and a special variable winning ball device 17 are provided on the right side of the game area, so that during a big hit game or KT. When in the state, the player aims at the right side of the game area and performs a firing operation.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, since the variation display of the normal symbol is executed based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41, the passing gate 41 plays a role as a normal starting area. However, even when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the passing gate 41 also plays a role as an operating region because the game shifts to the jackpot gaming state based on the passage of the game ball through the passing gate 41. Therefore, the passage gate 41 is configured as a dual-purpose gate that serves as both a normal starting region and an operating region.

At the bottom of the game area and to the right of the variable winning ball device 6B, out openings for taking in game balls that have not entered any of the winning openings are provided.

Further, below the variable winning ball device 6B, there are two first hold display LEDs 13SHLDB1.
And two 2nd hold display LED13SHLDB2 and 4th symbol display LED13SHL
DB3, 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB4, right-handed display LED13SHLD
B5 and is provided.

The first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 is an LED that displays the first hold storage number.
The second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 is an LED that displays the second hold storage number. The fourth symbol display LED 13SHLDB3 is an LED that displays whether or not the first special figure is being variably displayed and the display result of the first special figure. The fourth symbol display LED 13SHLDB4 is an LED that displays whether or not the second special figure is being variably displayed and the display result of the second special figure. Right-handed display LED13SHLDB5 is LE indicating that it should be "right-handed".
It is D.

In the following description, the first hold display LED13SHLDB1 and the second hold display LE
D13SHLDB2, 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB3, 4th symbol display LED1
3SHLDB4, right-handed display LED13SHLDB5, information display LED13SHL
It may be collectively referred to as DB.

(Board configuration related to feature 13SH)
The pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature unit 13SH includes, 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 LE as shown in FIG. 21-2.
A D (Light Emitting Diode) control board 13SH1 or the like is mounted.

The switch circuit 110 includes a gate switch 21 for detecting a game ball and a first start port switch 22.
The detection signals from A, the second start port switch 22B, the first count switch 23, and the second count switch 24 are taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to 81 for an ordinary electric accessory, a solenoid 82 for a large winning opening, and a solenoid 83 for a special winning opening.

The display control unit 123 supplies a sound designation signal to the voice control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image, turn on / off the game effect lamp 9, and turn on / off / blink the decorative LED 13SHLDA. The lamp signal is supplied to the lamp control board 14, and the LED signal is supplied to the LED control board 13SH1.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 has, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 or the like, and a video signal, a sound designation signal, a lamp signal, and an LED from the display control unit 123. It is configured to include an output port for transmitting various signals such as a signal and a control signal from an effect control CPU 120 that controls the information display LED 13SHLDB.

The LED control board 13SH1 includes a decorative LED 13SHLDA and an information display LED 13.
It is equipped with SHLDB and various electronic components that drive the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SHLDB. The LED control board 13SH1 transmits an LED signal from the display control unit 123 to the decorative LED 13SHLDA. In addition, the LED control board 13S
The H1 transmits a control signal from the effect control CPU 120 to the information display LED 13SHLDB.

Here, the decorative LED 13SHLDA includes a variable winning ball device 6B and a special variable winning ball device 7.
, An LED used for the purpose of emitting light to illuminate the surroundings of the special variable winning ball device 17. On the other hand, the information display LED 13SHLDB is an LED that displays information related to the progress of the game, such as a hold display, a display of a fourth symbol, and a right-handed notification. Since the information regarding the progress of the game is more important than the light emission effect, it can be said that the information display LED 13SHLDB is an LED used for more important purposes than the decorative LED 13SHLDA.

(Structure of flow path unit related to feature 13SH)
The LED control board 13SH1 related to the feature unit 13SH is assembled to the flow path unit 13SHU that forms the flow path of the game ball around the variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, and the special variable winning ball device 17. There is.

FIG. 21-3 is an exploded perspective view showing an example of the configuration of the flow path unit 13SHU. The flow path unit 13SHU is unitized by integrally assembling the LED control board 13SH1, the LED partition member 13SH2, the lens member 13SH3, and the back cover 13SH4. A variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7, and a special variable winning ball device 17 are arranged behind the flow path unit 13SHU.

The LED partition member 13SH2 is a member that individually partitions each information display LED 13SHLDB so that the light of a plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB is not mixed and visually recognized. L
The ED partition member 13SH2 is arranged between the LED control board 13SH1 and the lens member 13SH3 located in front of the LED control board 13SH1. LED control board 13SH
In the state of being assembled to 1, the lens member 13SH3 is fitted into the opening 13SH31 formed in the lens member 13SH3.

The lens member 13SH3 is a front plate 13SH32 having a transmissive lens cut so that the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA is diffused, and a wall provided on the back side of the front plate 13SH32 to form a flow path for a game ball. It has a unit 13SH33. Lens member 13SH
By assembling the back cover 13SH4 to 3, the area surrounded by the wall portion 13SH33 becomes a flow path of the game ball.

The back cover 13SH4 is formed with an opening 13SH41 for moving the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B provided behind the flow path unit 13SHU in the front-rear direction, and a second starting winning opening 13SH42. .. By assembling the back cover 13SH4 to the lens member 13SH3, the front plate 13SH32, the wall portion 13SH33, and the back cover 1
The area surrounded by the 3SH4 is a flow path that guides the game ball that has fallen on the variable winning ball device 6B to the second starting winning opening 13SH42 when the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B is in the retracted position. Become.

Further, the back cover 13SH4 is formed with an opening 13SH43 for moving the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 7 provided behind the flow path unit 13SHU in the front-rear direction and a large winning opening 13SH44. There is. Back cover 13SH4 on lens member 13SH3
The area surrounded by the front plate 13SH32, the wall portion 13SH33, and the back cover 13SH4 is formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 when the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the forward position. It serves as a flow path for guiding the game ball that has fallen upward to the large winning opening 13SH44.

The back cover 13SH4 is formed with an opening 13SH45 for moving the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 provided behind the flow path unit 13SHU in the front-rear direction, and a special winning opening 13SH46. By assembling the back cover 13SH4 to the lens member 13SH3, the front plate 13SH32, the wall portion 13SH33, and the back cover 1
The area surrounded by the 3SH4 is a flow path that guides the game ball that has fallen on the special variable winning ball device 17 to the special winning opening 13SH46 when the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 is in the retracted position. Become.

(Appearance of LED Control Board Related to Feature 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED control board 13SH1 related to the feature unit 13SH will be described. LE
The D control board 13SH1 is a double-sided board. In the following description, the LED control board 13
The surface of SH1 facing the lens member 13SH3 is referred to as the first surface 13SH1A, the surface on the back side thereof, and the surface facing the back cover 13SH4 is referred to as the second surface 13SH1B. Figure 2
1-4 (A) is an external view of the first surface 13SH1A of the LED control board 13SH1, and FIG.
1-4 (B) is an external view of the second surface 13SH1B of the LED control board 13SH1.

White resist 13S is applied to the non-soldered parts on both sides of the LED control board 13SH1.
H11 is applied. Then, on the first surface 13SH1A, the white resist 13SH1
A plurality of decorative LEDs 13SHLDAs are sparsely arranged so as to be located in the plane area of 1.

In this way, the decorative LED 13SHLDA is located in the plane region of the white resist 13SH11.
Is arranged, the light emitted from the decorative LED 13SHLDA is reflected by the white resist 13SH11 and radiated to the front side. As a result, the decorative LED13SHL
Decorative LED13SHLDA because it can make DA light appear bright in a wide range.
It is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

On the other hand, a part of the first surface 13SH1A is subjected to black silk printing 13SH12 on the surface of the white resist 13SH11. A plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB are densely arranged so as to be located in the plane region of the black silk screen printing 13SH12. Here, the “dense” may be at least an interval narrower than the interval between the plurality of decorative LEDs 13SHLDAs. Further, it is desired that the plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB be arranged compactly so as not to take up as much space as possible. Therefore, it is preferable that the plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB are arranged within the narrowest possible range. The black silk screen printing 13SH12 may surround the individual information display LEDs 13SHLDB.

In this way, the information display LED 13SH is contained in the flat area of the black silk screen printing 13SH12.
By arranging the LDB, the light emitted from the information display LED 13SHLDB is absorbed by the black silk screen printing 13SH12. As a result, the information display LED13SHLD
Since the light of B can be shown in a narrow range, other adjacent information display LEDs 13SH
It is possible to prevent the LDB from appearing to be emitting light even though it is not emitting light.

Here, in a general pachinko machine, a decorative LE is applied to a substrate coated with a white resist.
An information display LED is mounted on another substrate on which D is mounted and a black resist is applied. However, when the board on which the decorative LED is mounted and the board on which the information display LED is mounted are separately provided, each board must be manufactured individually, and a harness for connecting each board is required. And connectors are also required, which is costly.

On the other hand, the LED control board 13SH1 of this embodiment is a decorative LED 13SHL.
A white resist 13SH11 that reflects the light of DA, and a black silk screen printing 13SH12 that is located around the information display LED 13SHLDB used for applications that are more important than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and absorbs the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB. Has.

According to such a configuration, even if the white resist 13SH11 is coated on the LED control board 13SH1, the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB can be absorbed by the black silk printing 13SH12, so that it is used for highly important applications. Information display LED 13S
The cost can be suppressed without impairing the function of HLDB.

Further, in this embodiment, the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13S
Both with HLDB are provided on the first surface 13SH1A.

According to such a configuration, as compared with the case where the decorative LED 13SHLDA is provided on the second surface 13SH1B, the light emitted from the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the light reflected by the white resist 13SH11 are combined with the lens member 13SH3. Because it can irradiate
It is possible to realize an effective light emission effect.

Electronic components other than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SHLDB, such as the resistor 13SHR, the capacitor 13SHC, the integrated circuit 13SHIC, and the connector 13SHCN, are also mounted on the LED control board 13SH1. Many of these electronic components
The surface is a color that easily absorbs light such as black. Therefore, such electronic components are decorative LEDs.
When mounted near the 13SHLDA, the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA may be absorbed by the electronic component, and the shadow of the electronic component may be visible.

Therefore, in this embodiment, the resistor 13SHR, the capacitor 13SHC, and the integrated circuit 1
All electronic components other than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SHLDB, such as the 3SHIC and the connector 13SHCN, are mounted on the second surface 13SH1B where the decorative LED 13SHLDA is not provided.

According to such a configuration, the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA is not absorbed by the electronic component, and it is possible to prevent the shadow of the electronic component from being seen.

In addition, some electronic parts other than the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SHLDB may be mounted on the first surface 13SH1A provided with the decorative LED 13SHLDA. In that case, the first surface 13S provided with the decorative LED 13SHLDA
On the second surface 13SH1B where the decorative LED 13SHLDA is not provided, rather than H1A.
It suffices if more electronic components are mounted.

(Structure of LED partition member related to feature 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED partition member 13SH2 related to the feature portion 13SH will be described. Figure 2
1-5 (A) is a rear view of the LED partition member 13SH2, and FIG. 21-5 (B) is LE.
It is sectional drawing of the state in which the LED partition member 13SH2 is assembled to the D control board 13SH1.

The LED partition member 13SH2 is formed with the same number of recesses 13SH21 as the number of information display LEDs 13SHLDB. The recess 13SH21 is LE on the LED control board 13SH1.
When the D partition member 13SH2 is assembled, a plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB
It is individually formed at the position corresponding to each position of. In addition, the LED partition member 13S
On the front side of H2, a hole portion 13SH22 penetrating each recess 13SH21 is formed.

When the LED partition member 13SH2 is assembled to the LED control board 13SH1, each information display LED 13SHLDB is housed in a recess 13SH21 formed at a corresponding position, and is isolated from other information display LEDs 13SHLDB. .. Then, when the information display LED 13SHLDB emits light, the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB is emitted.
It is radiated to the front side of the LED partition member 13SH2 through the hole portion 13SH22.

As described above, in this embodiment, a plurality of information display LEDs 13S arranged densely.
By providing the LED partition member 13SH2 that individually partitions the HLDB, not only the substrate can be miniaturized, but also other adjacent information display LEDs 13SHLDB appear to emit light even though they do not emit light. LED1 for displaying any information
It is possible to improve the visibility of whether the 3SHLDB is lit.

(Part number of LED for information display related to feature 13SH)
Next, the arrangement of the part numbers related to the feature unit 13SH will be described. FIG. 21-6 (A) shows
It is a figure which shows an example of the part number of the information display LED, and FIG. 21-6 (B) is the information display L
It is a figure which shows another example of the part number of ED.

In the example shown in FIG. 21-6 (A), the part number 13SH of the information display LED 13SHLDB
121 is provided by colored silk printing in the region of the white resist 13SH11.
Then, which part number 13SH121 is which information display LED 13SHLDB.
A leader line 13SH122 extending from the vicinity of the information display LED 13SHLDB to the part number 13SH121 is provided so as to be able to identify whether the information corresponds to the above. The leader line 12SH 122 in the region of the black silk printing 13SH 12 is provided so that the white resist 13SH 11 can be seen by applying the black silk printing 13SH 12 by removing the portion corresponding to the leader line 12SH 122. On the other hand, the leader line 13SH122 in the region of the white resist 13SH11 is provided by colored silk printing.

According to the configuration shown in FIG. 21-6 (A), not only the area of the black silk printing 13SH12 can be narrowed, but also the part number of the information display LED 13SHLDB provided in the area of the black silk printing 13SH12. The visibility of the silk screen can be improved.

In the example shown in FIG. 21-6 (B), the part number 13SH of the information display LED 13SHLDB
121 is a black silk screen printing 13SH1 with the part corresponding to the part number 13SH121 missing.
2 is applied so that the white resist 13SH11 can be seen.

According to the configuration shown in FIG. 21-6 (B), the step of providing the part number 13SH121 of the information display LED 13SHLDB in the region of the white resist 13SH11 by colored silk printing can be omitted, so that the cost can be reduced. It can be suppressed.

(Structure of decorative LED related to feature 13SH)
Next, the decorative LED 13SHLDA related to the feature portion 13SH will be described. Figure 21-
FIG. 7 is an enlarged view of the decorative LED 13SHLDA mounted on the LED control board 13SH1.

The decorative LED 13SHLDA is an LED that emits light of various colors and is composed of a plurality of light emitting elements provided in one package. Decorative LED 1 of this embodiment
The 3SHLDA is an angle-type LED that emits light in the horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the LED control board 13SH1, and is used for directing applications.

The angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA includes a red light emitting element 13SHLDAR that emits red light and a green light emitting element 13SHLDA that emits green light at a linear position on the light emitting surface.
G and the blue light emitting element 13SHLDAB that emits blue light are arranged in a row. In the angle type decorative LED 13SHLDA, the green light emitting element 13SHLDAG and the blue light emitting element 1 are compared with the distance between the red light emitting element 13SHLDAR and the green light emitting element 13SHLDAG.
It is arranged so that the distance from 3SHLDAB becomes long. Furthermore, the angle type decorative L
In ED13SHLDA, the red light emitting element 13SHLDAR and the green light emitting element 13SHLD
The size of the element of the blue light emitting element 13SHLDAB is smaller than the size of the element of AG.

The angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA can emit various colors by adjusting the light emission of each light emitting element. Here, for example, the light emitting mode and the light emitting characteristics of the LED itself may change depending on the arrangement of the light emitting element, the type of the light emitting element, the type of the sealing material covering the light emitting element, the shape of the reflector of the package substrate on which the light emitting element is mounted, and the like. is there. Specifically, if it is a type of light emitting element, for example, even if the light emitting element emits the same red color, it shines even if the same current is supplied depending on whether aluminum gallium arsenide or gallium arsenide phosphorus is used. Is different. As for the type of sealing material that covers the light emitting element, the degree of blocking light from the light emitting element, the degree of refraction of light, and the like differ depending on whether an epoxy resin sealing material is used or a silicone resin sealing material is used. If the shape of the reflector of the package substrate on which the light emitting element is mounted, the directivity of light differs depending on the shape of the reflector.

Since the light of the angle type decorative LED 13SHLDA is emitted in the horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the LED control board 13SH1, compared with the top type LED that emits light perpendicular to the mounting surface of the LED control board 13SH1. As a result, the white resist 13SH11 is easily irradiated with light. Therefore, it is possible to realize a light emitting effect using the white resist 13SH11 effectively.

(Light emission mode of decorative LED and information display LED)
Next, the light emitting modes of the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display LED 13SHLDB will be described. 21-8 (A) is a diagram showing an example of a light emitting mode of the decorative LED 13SHLDA, and FIG. 21-8 (B) is a diagram showing an example of a light emitting mode of the information display LED 13SHLDB.

The plurality of decorative LEDs 13SHLDA are arranged so as to irradiate a predetermined position of the flow path unit 13SHU. In this embodiment, decorative LEDs 13SHLDA of part numbers "LD8" to "LD10" are arranged so as to illuminate the periphery of the special variable winning ball device 17. Further, the decorative LED 13SHLDA of the part number "LD11" is arranged so as to irradiate the flow path of the game ball from the variable winning ball device 6B to the special variable winning ball device 17. In addition, part numbers "LD12" to "L" so as to illuminate the surroundings of the variable winning ball device 6B.
The decorative LED 13SHLDA of "D14" is arranged.

The light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA is not only directly irradiated to a predetermined position, but also reflected by the white resist 13SH11 and radiated to the front side, and further, the lens member 13SH3.
Is diffused at. As a result, as shown in FIG. 21-8 (A), the decorative LED 13SHL
The DA light can be seen in a wide range and brightly.

The angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA is arranged so that the light emitting element is directed in the desired direction so as to emit light in a desired direction, but is not directed in the direction in which the information display LED 13SHLDB is arranged. It is preferable to arrange them in such a manner. Alternatively, an angle-type decorative LE arranged facing the direction in which the information display LED 13SHLDB is arranged.
It is preferable that the D13SHLDA does not emit light in the same color as the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB. According to such a configuration, an angle type decorative LE
It is possible to prevent the light visibility of the information display LED 13SHLDB from being lowered by the light of the D13SHLDA.

The first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 displays the first hold storage number by the combination of the number of LED lights and the number of blinks. In this embodiment, the first reserved storage number is "0".
At this time, the two first hold display LEDs 13SHLDB1 are turned off, and when the first hold display number is "1", the right first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 is turned on, while the left first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 is turned off. When the first hold storage number is "2", the two first hold display LEDs 13SHLDB1 are lit together, and when the first hold storage number is "3", the first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 on the right side blinks while the left side. The first hold display LED 13SHLDB1 is lit, and when the first hold storage number is "4", two firsts
The hold display LED 13SHLDB1 blinks together.

The second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 displays the second hold storage number by the combination of the number of LED lights and the number of blinks. In this embodiment, the second reserved storage number is "0".
At this time, both the two second hold display LEDs 13SHLDB2 are turned off, and when the second hold display number is "1", the right second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 is turned on, while the left second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 is turned off. When the second hold storage number is "2", the two second hold display LEDs 13SHLDB2 are lit together, and when the second hold storage number is "3", the second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 on the right side blinks while the left side. The second hold display LED 13SHLDB2 is lit, and when the second hold storage number is "4", two second
The hold display LED 13SHLDB2 blinks together.

The fourth symbol display LED 13SHLDB3 starts blinking in response to the start of fluctuation of the first special figure, and when the display result is "big hit" or "small hit" in accordance with the end of the fluctuation of the first special figure. It lights up and turns off when the display result is "missing".

The 4th symbol display LED 13SHLDB4 starts blinking in response to the start of fluctuation in the 2nd special figure, and when the display result is "big hit" or "small hit" in accordance with the end of the fluctuation in the 2nd special figure. It lights up and turns off when the display result is "missing".

The right-handed display LED 13SHLDB5 indicates that it should be "right-handed" by lighting the LED.

The light of the information display LED 13SHLDB is not only absorbed by the black silk screen printing 13SH12, but also by the LED partition member 13SH2, another information display LED 13SHL.
It does not reach the recess 13SH21 corresponding to the DB. As a result, as shown in FIG. 21-8 (B), it is possible to appropriately recognize which information display LED 13SHLDB is lit or blinking.

(Modification example 1 of feature portion 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the first modification of the feature portion 13SH will be described. FIG. 21-9 (A) shows the first surface 13SH of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the first modification.
It is an external view of 1A, and FIG. 21-4 (B) is an external view of the second surface 13SH1B of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the first modification.

In this modification, a plurality of top-type decorative LEDs 13SHLDA2 are sparsely arranged on the first surface 13SH1A so as to be located in the plane region of the white resist 13SH11. On the other hand, on the second surface 13SH1B, a plurality of angle-type decorative LEDs 13SHLDA1 are sparsely arranged so as to be located in the plane region of the white resist 13SH11.

In addition, the first surface 13SH1A provided with the top type decorative LED 13SHLDA2.
The resistor 13 is located as far as possible from the top-type decorative LED 13SHLDA2.
SHR is implemented. On the other hand, on the second surface 13SH1B provided with the angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA1, there are more than the resistors 13SHR such as the capacitor 13SHC, the integrated circuit 13SHIC, and the connector 13SHCN at the position where the angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA1 is not facing. Electronic components are mounted.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize an effective light emission effect by the decorative LED 13SHLDA arranged on both sides of the LED control board 13SH1 while suppressing the shadow of the electronic component from being visible.

(Modification example 2 of feature portion 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the second modification of the feature portion 13SH will be described. FIG. 21-10 is an external view of the first surface 13SH1A of the LED control board 13SH1.

In this modification, the black resist 13SH13 is applied to both sides of the LED control board 13SH1 that are not soldered. Then, on the first surface 13SH1A, a plurality of information display LEDs 13SHL are located so as to be located in the plane region of the black resist 13SH13.
The DBs are densely arranged.

In this way, the information display LED 13SHL is contained in the flat area of the black resist 13SH13.
By arranging the DB, the light emitted from the information display LED 13SHLDB is absorbed by the black resist 13SH13. As a result, the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB can be shown in a narrow range, so that other adjacent information display LEDs 13SHLD can be displayed.
It is possible to prevent B from appearing to be emitting light even though it is not emitting light.

On the other hand, a part of the first surface 13SH1A is subjected to white silk printing 13SH14 on the surface of the black resist 13SH13. A plurality of decorative LEDs 13SHLDA are sparsely arranged so as to be located in the plane region of the white silk screen printing 13SH13.

In this way, the decorative LED 13SHLD is contained in the flat area of the white silk screen printing 13SH14.
By arranging A, the light emitted from the decorative LED 13SHLDA is reflected by the white silk screen printing 13SH14 and radiated to the front side. As a result, the decorative LED 13S
Since the light of HLDA can be seen in a wide range and brightly, the decorative LED13SHL
The effect of DA can be enhanced.

(Modification example 3 of feature portion 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the third modification of the feature portion 13SH will be described. FIG. 21-11 (A) shows the first surface 13S of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the third modification.
It is an external view of H1A, and FIG. 21-11 (B) is the LED control board 13SH according to the modification 3.
It is an external view of the 2nd surface 13SH1B of 1.

In this modification, the black resist 13SH13 is applied to the non-soldering portion of the first surface 13SH1A of the LED control board 13SH1. And the first surface 13SH1A
A plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB are densely arranged in the space.

In this way, the information display LED 13SHL is contained in the flat area of the black resist 13SH13.
By arranging the DB, the light emitted from the information display LED 13SHLDB is absorbed by the black resist 13SH13. As a result, the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB can be shown in a narrow range, so that other adjacent information display LEDs 13SHLD can be displayed.
It is possible to prevent B from appearing to be emitting light even though it is not emitting light.

On the other hand, the non-soldering portion of the second surface 13SH1B of the LED control board 13SH1
A white resist 13SH11 is applied. A plurality of angle-type decorative LEDs 13SHLDA are sparsely arranged on the second surface 13SH1B.

In this way, the decorative LED 13SHLDA is located in the plane region of the white resist 13SH11.
Is arranged, the light emitted from the decorative LED 13SHLDA is reflected by the white resist 13SH11 and radiated to the front side. As a result, the decorative LED13SHL
Decorative LED13SHLDA because it can make DA light appear bright in a wide range.
It is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

Further, the connector 13SHCN is executed at a position where the angle type decorative LED 13SHLDA is not facing the second surface 13SH1B provided with the decorative LED 13SHLDA. On the other hand, the first surface 13SH1A not provided with the decorative LED 13SHLDA
Has more electronic components than the connector 13SHCN, such as a resistor 13SHR, a capacitor 13SHC, and an integrated circuit 13SHIC.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize a light emitting effect by the decorative LED 13SHLDA arranged on the second surface 13SH1B of the LED control board 13SH1 while suppressing the shadow of the electronic component from being visible.

(Modification example 4 of feature portion 13SH)
Next, the structure of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the modification 4 of the feature portion 13SH will be described. FIG. 21-12 is a cross-sectional view of the LED control board 13SH1 according to the modified example 4.

The LED control board 13SH1 according to the modification 4 is a transparent double-sided board. A transparent resist 13SH15 is applied to both sides of the LED control board 13SH1 that are not soldered. A plurality of angle-type decorative LEDs 13SHLDA are sparsely arranged on the second surface 13SH1B so as to be located in the plane region of the transparent resist 13SH11.

On the other hand, a part of the first surface 13SH1A is subjected to black silk printing 13SH12 on the surface of the transparent resist 13SH15. A plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDB are densely arranged so as to be located in the plane region of the black silk screen printing 13SH12. The black silk screen printing 13SH12 is an individual information display LED 13SHLDB.
You just have to surround it.

According to such a configuration, the second surface 1 of the LED control board 13SH1 which is a transparent double-sided board.
The light of the angle-type decorative LED 13SHLDA provided on the 3SH12 is emitted from the second surface 13S.
It can be transmitted from the side of H12 to the side of the first surface 13SH11, and an effective light emission effect can be realized.

(Variation example 5 of the feature portion 13SH)
In the above embodiment, the configuration in which the part number is provided by colored silk printing has been described. In place of, or in addition to, such configurations, part numbers may be formed by etching with the conductors that make up the wiring pattern.

(Explanation of Means Concerning Feature 13SH)
In relation to the above feature portion 13SH, a gaming machine has been proposed in which a substrate on which a plurality of light emitting means is mounted has a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the light emitting means (for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-24527).
See Publication No. 3). Then, in a game machine as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-245273, the light emitting means that is not emitting light is also emitted due to the light of the emitting light emitting means being reflected by the reflecting portion. It may look like it is.

By the way, a plurality of light emitting means may be used for a highly important purpose such as notifying information, but in a game machine as described in Patent Document 1, when notifying by a plurality of light emitting means is performed. If the light emitting means that does not emit light appears as if it is emitting light, the information may be misunderstood and the function of the light emitting means may be impaired. Therefore, it is conceivable to provide a light emitting means used for a highly important application on a substrate different from the substrate having a reflecting portion so that such a problem does not occur. In that case, It may lead to a rise in the cost of the game machine.

Therefore, it is a gaming machine capable of playing a game as a gaming machine of means 1 according to the feature unit 13SH for suppressing the cost without impairing the function of the light emitting means used for a highly important application. (For example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 capable of playing a game), a substrate on which electronic components are mounted (for example, an LED control board 13SH1 on which electronic components are mounted), and a plurality of light emitting devices mounted on the substrate. A second light emitting means is provided with means (for example, a plurality of LEDs mounted on the LED control board 13SH1), and the light emitting means is used for a first light emitting means and an application having a higher importance than the first light emitting means. Including light emitting means (for example, the LED is a decorative LED 13SHL.
DA and L for information display used for applications that are more important than the decorative LED13SHLDA
The substrate includes a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the first light emitting means and an absorbing portion that is located around the second light emitting means and absorbs the light of the second light emitting means. (For example, the LED control substrate 13SH1 has a white resist 13SH11 that reflects the light of the decorative LED 13SHLDA and a black silk printing 13SH12 that is located around the information display LED 13SHLDB and absorbs the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB. It may be a gaming machine characterized by such things as).

According to such a configuration, the cost can be suppressed without impairing the function of the light emitting means used for the highly important application.

As the game machine of the means 2 according to the feature unit 13SH, it is a game machine capable of playing a game (for example, a pachinko game machine 1 capable of playing a game), and a substrate on which electronic components are mounted (for example). For example, an LED control board 13SH1 or the like on which electronic components are mounted), a plurality of light emitting means mounted on the board (for example, a plurality of LEDs mounted on the LED control board 13SH1), and the light emitting means is provided. It includes a first light emitting means and a second light emitting means used for applications having a higher importance than the first light emitting means (for example, the LED is a decorative LED 13SHLDA and an application having a higher importance than the decorative LED 13SHLDA. LED 13SH for information display used in
The substrate includes an absorbing portion that absorbs the light of the second light emitting means and a reflecting portion that is located around the first light emitting means and reflects the light of the first light emitting means. Have (eg,
The LED control board 13SH1 is a black resist 13SH13 that absorbs the light of the information display LED 13SHLDB, and the decorative LED 13S located around the decorative LED 13SHLDA.
It may be a gaming machine characterized in that it has a white silk screen printing 13SH14 that reflects HLDA light, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the cost can be suppressed without impairing the function of the light emitting means used for the highly important application.

As the gaming machine of the means 3 according to the feature portion 13SH, a plurality of the first light emitting means are provided in the region of the reflection portion (for example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA is a white resist 13SH.
A plurality of the second light emitting means are provided in the region of the absorption unit more densely than the first light emitting means (for example, the information display LED 13SHL).
A plurality of DBs are provided more densely than the decorative LEDs 13SHLDA in a flat area of black silk printing, etc.), and a partition member (for example, a plurality of information display LEDs 13SHLDBs) that individually partitions the plurality of second light emitting means. The game machine of means 1 or means 2 characterized in that the LED partition member 13SH2 or the like that individually partitions the screen is provided.

According to such a configuration, not only the substrate can be miniaturized, but also the visibility of which second light emitting means is lit can be improved.

As the gaming machine of the means 4 according to the feature unit 13SH, the board has a part number part indicating the part number of the electronic component (for example, the LED control board 13SH1 is silk-printed with the part number of the electronic component). The part number part indicating the part number of the electronic component provided in the area of the absorption part is provided in the area of the reflection part (for example, black silk printing 13SH1).
Part number 13SH121 of the information display LED 13SHLDB provided in the plane area of 2.
May be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to means 3, characterized in that the white resist 13SH11 is silk-printed in the plane region, etc.).

According to such a configuration, not only the region to be the absorbing portion can be narrowed, but also the visibility of the part number of the electronic component provided in the region of the absorbing portion can be improved.

As the game machine of the means 5 according to the feature unit 13SH, the first light emitting means is a light emitting means that emits light in a substantially horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the substrate, and is used for a production purpose (for example,).
The decorative LED 13SHLDA is an LED that emits light in a substantially horizontal direction with respect to the mounting surface of the LED control board 13SH1 and is used for directing purposes, etc.).
It may be any of the gaming machines of the means 4.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize a light emitting effect using the reflective portion effectively.

As the game machine of the means 6 according to the feature unit 13SH, the first light emitting means and the second light emitting means are provided on the same surface of the substrate (for example, the decorative LED 13SHLDA and the information display L).
The ED13SHLDB may be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to means 5, characterized in that it is provided on the first surface 13SH1A of the LED control board 13SH1).

According to such a configuration, an effective light emission effect can be realized.

As the gaming machine of the means 7 according to the feature portion 13SH, the substrate is a double-sided substrate (for example,
The LED control board 13SH1 is a double-sided board, etc.), and components other than the light emitting means are provided more on the surface on which the light emitting means is not provided than on the surface on which the light emitting means is provided (for example,). , The electronic components other than the decorative LED13SHLDA and the information display LED13SHLDB are the decorative LED13 rather than the surface on which the decorative LED13SHLDA is provided.
It may be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to means 6, characterized in that a large number of SHLDAs are provided on a surface not provided with SHLDA, etc.).

According to such a configuration, a suitable light emitting effect can be realized.

(Explanation related to association of feature parts)
Each configuration related to the feature unit 13SH may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature unit. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature portions.

For example, in the feature unit 005AK, in a gaming machine in which the set value such as the winning probability of the big hit can be changed, the set value can be suggested by the stop mode of the fourth symbol. This feature part is referred to as feature part 1
LED13SHLDB3 for displaying the 4th symbol in 3SH, LED13SH for displaying the 4th symbol in 3SH
Applicable to LDB4, 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB3, 4th symbol display LED13
The set value can be suggested depending on the stopping mode of SHLDB4. In that case, as the 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB3 and the 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB4,
This can be achieved by adopting an LED that has red, green, and blue light emitting elements and emits light of various colors. For example, depending on which of the set values is set, the execution ratio of the suggestion of the set value by the 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB3 and the 4th symbol display LED13SHLDB4 and the 4th symbol display when deriving the display result LED13SHLDB3, 4th
It suffices that the ratio of the color of the symbol display LED 13SHLDB4 is different.

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 play games
The board on which the electronic components are mounted and
A plurality of light emitting means mounted on the substrate and
With
The light emitting means includes a first light emitting means used for a light emitting effect and a second light emitting means used for displaying information regarding the progress of a game unlike the first light emitting means.
The substrate includes a specific substrate on which the first light emitting means is mounted and the second light emitting means is mounted.
The specific substrate has a reflecting portion that reflects the light of the first light emitting means and an absorbing portion that is located around the second light emitting means and absorbs the light of the second light emitting means.
The first light emitting means
A plurality of them are provided in the region of the reflection portion.
It can emit light in a color different from that of the second light emitting means.
Light can be emitted in a direction along the mounting surface of the specific substrate and in a direction in which the second light emitting means on the specific substrate is not mounted.
A plurality of the second light emitting means are provided in the region of the absorbing portion more densely than the first light emitting means.
A gaming machine further comprising a partition member for individually partitioning the plurality of second light emitting means.