JP6871498B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko gaming machine.

In a conventional gaming machine, a determination is made based on the establishment of a starting condition, and a special game (big hit game) is performed based on the result of the determination. For example, a judgment is made by a game ball winning (winning) in the starting opening, and as a special game, a round game involving opening of the large winning opening is performed. A large number of prize balls can be obtained by winning a game ball in the large prize opening. The result of the determination is displayed to the player by the stop mode of the symbol after the symbol display means displays the variation of the symbol and then displays the stop.

Further, in the game machine, a lottery may be performed to generate a high probability state after the special game and to return the game state from the high probability state to the normal state in the high probability state, and the result of the lottery may be obtained. A suggestive production is performed. For example, in the gaming machine of Patent Document 1 below, a specific notice display for notifying the player that there is a possibility of winning the fall lottery is displayed based on the pre-reading of the pending information in the high probability state. The production is done.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2014-42802

There is room for improvement in terms of production. By installing an improved production, it is expected that the interest of the game will be improved.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances. That is, the subject is to provide a game machine capable of improving the interest of the game.

The gaming machines disclosed in the present specification include a first determination means for making a first determination as to whether or not to perform a special game advantageous to the player, and a first probability that the first determination is performed with a first probability. There are two cases, one is when the state is set and the other is when the first determination is performed with a second probability higher than the first probability, and there is a game control means and the second probability state. A second determination means for making a second determination as to whether or not to make the first probability state when one determination is made, a storage means for storing the right to receive the first determination, and the second probability state. In the third determination means for making a third determination as to whether or not the special game is performed before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means, and a predetermined effect is executed. The effect executing means includes a possible effect executing means, and the effect executing means executes a predetermined special effect based on the result of the first determination or the result of the second determination in the first probability state or the second probability state. In some cases, a look-ahead effect for the right may be executed based on the result of the third determination in the second probability state, and the period of the second probability state includes a first period and a second period. Is included, and the look-ahead effect includes a specific look-ahead effect that suggests that the special effect may be performed, and it is determined that the special game is performed by the third determination in the first period. It is characterized in that the probability that the specific look-ahead effect is executed differs between the case where the special game is performed and the case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the second period.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of a game through production.

It is a front view of a game machine. It is a front view of the game board unit. It is a front view which shows the 2nd prize-winning apparatus and the like in detail. It is a front view of the display. (A) is a front view of the effect unit when the on-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in the standby state, and (B) is a front view of the effect unit when the on-board movable device and the under-board movable device are operated. It is a front view. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the main control board side. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of a sub-control board side. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to ordinary figures, and (B) is a first table showing random numbers related to special figures. (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is a normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a jackpot determination table, (B) is a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a reach determination table. Special Figure 1 This is a specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table. Special Figure 2 This is a first specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table. This is the first specific example of the look-ahead determination table. This is the first specific example of the jackpot game control table. It is explanatory drawing of the game state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the 1st specific example of the effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the normal variation of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of N reach of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the hold production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the movable body production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the operation effect. It is a flowchart of a main control main process. It is a flowchart of the timer interrupt processing on the main side. It is a flowchart of a sub-control main process. It is a flowchart of the sub-side timer interrupt processing. (A) is a fall determination table, and (B) is a second display showing a special figure-related random number. This is a second specific example of the jackpot game control table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the transition of the game state after the time saving state is set. Special Figure 2 This is a second specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table. This is a second specific example of the look-ahead determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the transition of the effect mode after the time saving state is set. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production flow of the special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the jackpot confirmation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of confrontation reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the revival production A. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of a branching effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the revival effect C. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the settlement reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the result production. (A) is a dialogue advance notice selection table, and (B) is a revival fanning effect A selection table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the resurrection fanning production A. (A) is a hold icon selection table A, (B) is a hold icon selection table B, (C) is a hold icon selection table C, and (D) is an explanatory diagram showing the types of hold icons. .. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the hold icon in super RUSH mode, RUSH mode. (A) is an umbrella icon selection table. (B) is a countdown selection table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display example of the hold icon in the revenge mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the normal countdown effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the special countdown effect.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In each of the referenced figures, the same parts are designated by the same reference numerals, and duplicate explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, for the sake of simplification of description, by describing a symbol or a code that refers to an information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc., the name of the information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc. for the symbol or the code is omitted or It may be abbreviated. Further, in any flowchart described later, a plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed in the execution order or executed in parallel within a range in which there is no contradiction in the processing contents.

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Later, a preferred embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described in detail, but first, a basic embodiment which is the basis of the embodiment will be described. In the basic embodiment, the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

1. 1. Structure of Game Machine First, the structure of the pachinko game machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5. In the following description, the horizontal and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 are the horizontal and vertical directions (in front view) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, "front" is the direction in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rear" is the direction in which the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the pachinko gaming machine PY1. And.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a gaming machine frame 2. The game machine frame 2 includes an outer frame 22 and a front door 23 that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame 22. Further, the front door 23 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board unit YU described later is mounted, and a front frame 23 m rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 2A via a hinge 2B. The front frame 23m can be opened and closed with respect to the game board mounting frame 2A. A transparent plate 23t is attached to the front frame 23m. When the front frame 23m is closed, the game board 1 mounted on the game board mounting frame 2A and the transparent plate 23t face each other. Therefore, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is installed in the game store, the player in front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can visually recognize the gaming area 6 formed on the gaming board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. As the transparent plate 23t, a transparent glass plate, a transparent synthetic resin plate, or the like can be used. It suffices if the gaming area 6 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

At the lower right of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a handle 72k that can be rotated to launch a game ball is provided. The amount (rotation angle) at which the handle 72k is operated corresponds to the magnitude (launch intensity) of the force (amount driven by the launching device 72 described later to be driven by the launching solenoid) applied to the game ball to launch the game ball. Has been done. Therefore, the game ball is launched with a firing intensity corresponding to the rotation operation of the handle 72k. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a lower decorative body 36 that protrudes greatly toward the front is provided. An upper plate 34 for storing the game ball supplied to the handle 72k is formed on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the lower decorative body 36, a lower plate 35 for storing excess game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper plate 34 is provided.

An operable first input device (hereinafter, "normal button") 40 is provided on the front side of the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 with respect to the upper plate 34. The normal button 40 is composed of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a grip portion, and the like. Further, in the right portion decorative body 32 formed so as to project forward from the right edge portion of the surface of the front frame 23 m, an operable second input device (hereinafter, “special button”) 41 is provided. The special button 41 is composed of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a grip portion, and the like.

Further, a speaker 52 capable of outputting sound is provided on the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31 formed so as to project forward from the upper part of the surface of the front frame 23 m. The speaker 52 includes a left speaker 52L arranged on the left side and a right speaker 52R arranged on the right side. Further, frame lamps 53 capable of emitting light are provided on the right edge of the front frame 23 m and on the left and right sides of the front lower plate 35 in the lower decorative body 36. Further, a movable frame movable device 58 as an effect device for the purpose of enhancing the entertainment of the game is attached to the upper side of the left edge portion and the right edge portion of the front frame 23 m. The frame movable device 58 is composed of a left frame movable device 58L arranged on the left side and a right frame movable device 58R arranged on the right side.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game machine frame 2 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Next, the game board unit YU will be described mainly with reference to FIGS. 2 to 5. The game board unit YU has a game board 1 and a production unit 1U attached to the back side of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be described. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin plate. A substantially circular opening 1A is formed in the substantially center of the game board 1. Along the opening 1A, a substantially ring-shaped inner wall surface portion 1B for partitioning the game area 6 into which the game ball can flow down is formed so as to project forward. Further, a substantially ring-shaped outer wall portion 1C for partitioning the game area 6 is also formed on the outer side of the inner side wall portion 1B so as to project forward.

A game area 6 surrounded by an inner side wall portion 1B, an outer wall portion 1C, and the like is formed on the front surface of the game board 1. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is divided into a game area 6 and other areas by the inner side wall portion 1B and the outer wall portion 1C.

The game area 6 is an area in which a game ball launched by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1. A large number of game nails (not shown) are projected in the game area 6. The game nail is a game ball that enters the game area 6 and flows down the game area 6, with the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the general winning opening 10, the gate 13, and the first large winning opening 14, which will be described later. In addition, a route that appropriately guides the player to the second prize opening 15 or the like is configured.

In the game area 6, the first start winning device 11D in which the first start opening 11 through which the game ball can enter is formed, and the second start winning device that enables or makes it impossible to enter the second start opening 12. A device (so-called "electric chew") 12D is provided.

The first start winning device 11D is immovable. Therefore, the first starting port 11 is constant (invariant) without changing the ease of entering the game ball. The prize for the first starting port 11 of the game ball is a lottery of the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special figure 1") (acquisition and determination of random numbers related to special figure 1 described later: hereinafter, "special figure 1 lottery". ) And the variable display of Special Figure 1. Further, when the game balls win a prize in the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, 4) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

The electric chew 12D includes an actuable electric chew opening / closing member 12k. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k is usually (in a normal state) in a closed position where it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 12. Then, in the special state, the game moves to an open position where the game ball can enter the second starting port 12. The movement of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k to the open position in this way is also referred to as the "open state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D, and only when the electric chew 12k is in the open state, the game ball is moved to the second starting port 12. It is possible to enter the ball. On the other hand, the fact that the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the closed position is also referred to as a "closed state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D. Further, when the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D is in the "open state", it is also called "the electric chew 12D is opened", and when the electric chew 12D is in the "closed state", the "electric chew 12D is closed". Also called.

The prize for the second starting port 12 of the game ball is a lottery of the second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special figure 2") (acquisition and determination of random numbers related to special figure 2 described later: hereinafter, "special figure 2 lottery". ) And the variable display of Special Figure 2. Further, when the game balls win a prize in the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, 4) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a general winning opening 10 in which a game ball can be entered. When a game ball wins a prize in the general prize opening 10, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a gate 13 through which a game ball can pass. The passage of the game ball through the gate 13 is an opportunity for a lottery of ordinary symbols (hereinafter referred to as "genuine figures") (that is, acquisition and determination of ordinary symbol random numbers: hereinafter referred to as "genuine figure lottery") and variable display of ordinary symbols. It has become. The electric chew 12D is released by executing the auxiliary game. That is, the auxiliary game is a game involving the opening of the electric chew 12D.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a first big prize device 14D (hereinafter, also referred to as “normal AT14D”) in which a first big prize opening 14 into which a game ball can enter is formed.

The first prize-winning device 14D includes a normal AT opening / closing member 14k that can operate in an open state and a closed state. Normally, the first large winning opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening / closing member 14k. Normally, the AT opening / closing member 14k is in a closed state that normally closes the first large winning opening 14, and it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the first large winning opening 14. Normally, when the AT opening / closing member 14k operates in the open state, the game ball can enter the first large winning opening 14. In this way, it is possible to enter the game ball into the first large winning opening 14 only when the AT opening / closing member 14k is normally in the open state. When the game balls win the first prize opening 14, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a guidance stage 12g for guiding the game ball to the second starting port 12. The game ball rolling on the upper surface of the guidance stage 12g can flow down toward the second starting port 12.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a second big prize device 15D (hereinafter, also referred to as “VAT15D”) in which a second big prize opening 15 into which a game ball can enter is formed. The second prize-winning device 15D includes an actuable VAT opening / closing member 15k. The VAT opening / closing member 15k normally closes the second large winning opening 15, and it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the second large winning opening 15. The VAT opening / closing member 15k can be in an open state. When the VAT opening / closing member 15k is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to enter the second large winning opening 15. On the other hand, the state in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k closes the second large winning opening 15 is also referred to as a "closed state". In this way, the second large winning opening 15 is opened and closed by the operation of the VAT opening / closing member 15k. When the game balls win the second prize opening 15, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, the second prize-winning device 15D will be described in detail with reference to FIG. Inside the second large winning device 15D, a gate-shaped second large winning opening sensor 15a that can detect a game ball that has entered the second large winning opening 15 and allow the game ball to pass downward is provided. Has been done.

In the downstream area of the second large winning opening sensor 15a, a specific area 16 and a non-specific area 17 through which the game ball can pass (enter) are provided. The game ball that has passed through the second large winning opening sensor 15a is sorted into a specific area 16 or a non-specific area 17 by the distribution device 16D. The distribution device 16D includes a distribution member 16k made of a substantially rectangular flat plate and a distribution solenoid 16s for driving the distribution member 16k. The distribution member 16k is configured to be slidable to the left and right by driving the distribution solenoid 16s.

When the distribution solenoid 16s is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state of hindering the passage of the game ball into the specific region 16 (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k in the front view of FIG. 3A). Is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16 and the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, it is impossible or extremely impossible for the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 to pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. It is difficult and passes through the non-specific area 17. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second prize opening 15 to the non-specific area 17 is called the first route.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid 16s is energized, the distribution member 16k swings in the second state (passage allowable state: front view of FIG. 3B) that allows the passage (entry) of the specific region 16 of the game ball. The left end of the distribution member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16 and is open directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second prize opening 15 to the specific area 16 is called the second route.

Basically, the distribution member 16k is held in the first state. That is, it can be said that the first state is the normal state of the distribution member 16k. Then, only in a predetermined round game (for example, 16R), the distribution solenoid 16s is energized and can change to the second state.

The specific area 16 and the non-specific area 17 are provided with a specific area sensor 16a and a non-specific area sensor 17a that detect game balls that have passed (entered) the respective areas 16 and 17 and allow the game balls to pass downward. ..

It is possible to provide only one of the first prize-winning device 14D and the second prize-winning device 15D as long as the game is not hindered.

Further, at substantially the lowermost part of the game area 6, two out ports 19 are provided to discharge the game balls that have been driven into the game area 6 but have not won any of the winning openings to the outside of the game area 6. There is. Further, the game board 1 is provided with a board lamp 54 capable of emitting light.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction and a right game area (second game area) on the right side. The operation mode of the handle 72k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area is called "left-handed". On the other hand, the operation mode of the handle 72k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area is called "right-handed". In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is launched by hitting left is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched by hitting right. The possible flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2 are also composed of a large number of game nails and the like.

A first starting port 11 and two general winning openings 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the first starting opening 11 or the general winning opening 10 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1 by hitting left. On the other hand, a second starting port 12, a gate 13, a first large winning opening 14, and a second large winning opening 15 are provided on the second flow path R2. Therefore, the player launches the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting right, so that the player can pass through the gate 13, the second starting port 12, the first winning opening 14, or the second. You can aim to win the big prize opening 15.

In addition, the game balls that did not enter any of the winning openings (1st starting opening 11, 2nd starting opening 12, general winning opening 10, 1st major winning opening 14, and 2nd major winning opening 15) It is guided to the out port 19 and discharged. In addition, the number of prize balls for winning each winning opening can be set as appropriate.

Further, the indicators 8 are arranged on the lower left side (the portion other than the game area 6) below the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1. As shown in FIG. 4, on the display group 8, the special figure 1 display 81a for variably displaying the special figure 1, the special figure 2 display 81b for variably displaying the special figure 2, and the normal figure are variably displayed. A normal map display 82 is included. Further, the indicators 8 include the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a, which displays the number of special figure 1 hold (U1: the number of the variable display of the special figure 1 by the special figure 1 display 81a), which will be described later. Also included is a special figure 2 hold indicator 83b that displays the number of special figure 2 hold (U2: the number of hold of the variable display of the special figure 2 by the special figure 2 indicator 81b), which will be described later.

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery is performed when the game ball is won in the first starting port 11. Further, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery is performed when the game ball is won in the second starting port 12. In the following description, the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 are collectively referred to as a special figure, and the special figure 1 lottery and the special figure 2 lottery are collectively referred to as a special figure lottery. Further, the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are collectively referred to as a special figure display 81. Further, the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a and the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b are collectively referred to as a special figure hold indicator 83.

The variable display of the special figure notifies the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is variably displayed and then stopped. The stop-displayed special figure (stop special figure, special symbol derived and displayed as a display result of variable display) is one special figure selected from a plurality of types of special figures by a special figure lottery. When the stop special figure is a predetermined special figure (special figure of a specific stop mode, that is, a big hit symbol), the big prize opening (first big prize opening 14 and second big winning opening 15) is opened. A jackpot game (an example of a special game) is performed.

The special figure display 81 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) arranged side by side, and displays a special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery depending on the lighting mode thereof. For example, when the result of the special figure lottery is a big hit (one of a plurality of types of big hits described later), the special figure display 81 is set to "□□ ■■ □□ ■■" (□: lit, ■ : Turns off) to display the jackpot symbol consisting of the lighting of the LEDs 1, 2, 5 and 6 from the left. In addition, if the result of the special figure lottery is lost, a lost symbol consisting of lighting only the LED on the far right, such as special figure display 81 "■■■■■■■ □", is displayed. To do. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be turned off as a lost pattern.

Further, in the variable display of the special figure, the variable display of the special figure is performed over a predetermined fluctuation time before the special figure is stopped and displayed. The variable display mode of the special figure is, for example, a mode in which each LED is turned on so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. The mode of the variable display of the special figure is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode), all the LEDs may be appropriately set such as blinking all at once.

By the way, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when a game ball is won (winning) in the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, various random numbers (numerical information and judgment information) for performing a special drawing lottery and the like are performed. An example) may be obtained. These various random numbers are temporarily stored in the special figure holding storage unit 105, which will be described later, as special figure holding. In the following, various random numbers obtained by winning (winning) a game ball to the first starting port 11 are referred to as "special figure 1 related random numbers", and winning a game ball to the second starting port 12. The various random numbers obtained by (entry ball) are called "special figure 2 related random numbers". Here, the special figure 1 related random number is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 1 hold. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 2 hold. The number of special figure 1 holdes that can be stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (the number of special figure 1 hold) and the number of special figure 2 hold that can be stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (the number of special figure 2 hold). Can set an upper limit (for example, 4). In the following, the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold are collectively referred to as "special figure hold", and the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number are collectively referred to as "special figure hold number". Further, the special figure 1 related random number and the special figure 2 related random number are collectively referred to as a “special figure related random number”.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, if the variable display of the special figure is not performed immediately after the game ball wins the first start port 11 or the second start port 12, specifically, the variable display of the special figure is being executed. If there is a prize during the execution of the jackpot game, the variable display of the special figure (or the right of the special figure lottery) for the prize can be reserved. The special figure hold stored in the special figure hold storage unit 105 is digested when the special figure hold based on the special figure hold becomes possible for variable display. That is, the digestion of the special figure hold means that the special figure-related random numbers and the like corresponding to the special figure hold are determined, and the variable display of the special figure for showing the determination result is executed.

Then, the number of special figure reservations is displayed on the special figure reservation indicator 83. Each of the special figure 1 hold display 83a and the special figure 2 hold display 83b is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and the number of special figure hold is displayed by turning on the LEDs for the number of special figure hold. It is possible.

In addition, the variable display of the general map informs the result of the general map lottery. In the variable display of the normal figure, the normal figure is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The stopped-displayed normal map (stop-displayed normal map, which is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display) is one regular map selected from a plurality of types of regular maps by a regular map lottery. When the stop-displayed normal figure is a predetermined specific normal figure (a normal figure in a predetermined stop mode, that is, a winning symbol), an auxiliary game for opening the second starting port 12 (electric chew 12D) is performed. ..

The normal figure display 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs, and displays a normal figure according to the result of the normal figure lottery depending on the lighting mode thereof. When the result of the normal drawing lottery is a hit, the normal figure display 82 displays a winning symbol composed of lighting of both LEDs, such as "□□" (□: on, ■: off). If the result of the regular drawing lottery is a loss, a lost pattern consisting of lighting only the right LED is displayed, such as "■ □". A mode in which all the LEDs are turned off may be adopted as a lost pattern. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the general drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate.

Further, before the normal map is stopped and displayed, the normal map is variably displayed over a predetermined fluctuation time. The variable display mode of the normal diagram is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are turned on alternately. The mode of the variable display in the normal drawing is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode), all the LEDs may be appropriately set such as blinking all at once. ..

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the game ball passes through the gate 13, a normal symbol random number (an example of numerical information or determination information) for performing a general drawing lottery may be acquired. This random number is stored in the Fuzu hold storage unit 106, which will be described later, on condition that the variable display of the Fuzu or the auxiliary game is not executed. It is possible to set an upper limit (for example, 4) for the number of normal figure reservations (the number of normal figure reservations) that can be stored in the normal figure reservation storage unit 106. In the following, the ordinary symbol random number acquired by the game ball passing through the gate 13 is also referred to as a “normal symbol-related random number”.

Next, the effect unit 1U attached to the back surface of the game board 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The production unit 1U is a unitization of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. The production unit 1U is equipped with an image display device 50, a first panel movable device (hereinafter referred to as “upboard movable device”) 55, and a second panel movable device (hereinafter referred to as “underboard movable device”) 56.

The image display device 50 is composed of, for example, a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or the like, and includes a display unit 50a capable of displaying a design or the like.

The on-board movable device 55 is arranged in front of the display unit 50a, is movable along the display unit 50a, and includes a decorated on-board movable body 55k. The underboard movable device 56 is arranged in front of the display unit 50a, is movable along the display unit 50a, and includes a decorated underboard movable body 56k.

FIG. 5A schematically shows how the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k are held in a normal standby state (initial position) in which they are not operating. When the drive source of the on-board movable device 55 is driven, the on-board movable body 55k moves (descends) downward, and when the drive source of the under-board movable device 56 is driven, the under-board movable body 56k moves (rises) upward. To do. At this time, the image display device 50 is covered with the lowered on-board movable body 55k or the raised under-board movable body 56k, and the image display device 50 becomes difficult to see.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

2. Electrical configuration of the gaming machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 7. As shown in FIGS. 6 to 7, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure lottery, a variable display of a special figure, a big hit game, a game state setting described later, a general figure lottery, a variable display of a normal figure, an auxiliary game, and the like. A game control board (hereinafter referred to as "main control board") 100 that controls game profits (progress of the game), and a game effect according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100 (special figure variation effect, hold effect, jackpot game effect) , A production control board (hereinafter referred to as "sub-control board") 120, which controls productions such as a customer waiting effect, an operation promotion effect that prompts an operation during a period (operation valid period) in which the operation of the normal button 40 or the special button 41 is effective. Further, a payout control board 170 or the like that controls payout of the game ball is provided on the back side of the image display device 50 of the game board 1. The main control board 100 can be positioned as a game control unit that controls the game. Further, the sub control board 120 can be positioned as an effect control unit that controls the effect together with the image control board 140, the lamp control circuit 151, and the voice control circuit 161 described later. The effect control unit includes at least a sub control board 120, and uses effect means (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, etc.) to produce a game and a customer. It suffices if the waiting effect and the operation promotion effect can be controlled.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the main control board 100, the sub control board 120, and the payout control board 170, and supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. The power supply board 190 is provided with a backup power supply circuit 192. When power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the backup power supply circuit 192 supplies power to the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the sub control board 120, which will be described later. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the sub control board 120 is retained even when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is disconnected. A power switch 191 is connected to the power supply board 190. The power is turned on and off by turning the power switch 191 on or off. The main control board 100 may be provided with a backup power supply circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100, or the sub control board 120 may be provided with a backup power supply circuit for the effect RAM 124 of the sub control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 6, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted on the main control board 100. The game control microcomputer 101 includes a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs and tables for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 that is used as a work memory, and a game memory. A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in the gaming ROM 103 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores a program for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. Further, the game ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special figure variation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a normal diagram variation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , Auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. The gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special figure holding storage unit 105, the normal drawing holding storage unit 106, and the like.

Further, the main control board 100 causes the game CPU 102 to clear the information stored in the game I / O (Output / Output) port portion 118 for inputting / outputting data and signals and the game RAM 104. RAM clear switch 119 for this purpose is mounted.

Various sensors MS and various actuators MA are connected to the main control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output by various sensors MS are input to the main control board 100. Further, the main control board 100 outputs signals to various actuators MA.

The various sensors MS connected to the main control board 100 include a first start port sensor that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first start port 11, and a second sensor that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second start port 12. The start port sensor, the general winning opening sensor that detects the game ball that has won the general winning opening 10, the gate sensor that detects the game ball that has passed through the gate 13, and the first that detects the game ball that has won the first major winning opening 14. A large winning opening sensor, a second large winning opening sensor 15a that detects a game ball that has won a second large winning opening 15, a specific area sensor 16a that detects a game ball that has passed through a specific area 16 (enters a specific area 16), Also included is a non-specific area sensor 17a that detects a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 17 (enters the non-specific area 17). When each sensor detects a game ball, it outputs a signal corresponding to the detected content to the main control board 100. The type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, various actuators MA connected to the main control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid that drives the electric chew opening / closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D, and a normal AT opening / closing member 14k of the first prize-winning device 14D. It includes a 1st prize opening solenoid, a 2nd prize opening solenoid that drives the VAT opening / closing member 15k of the 2nd prize device 15D, and a distribution solenoid 16s that drives the distribution member 16k of the distribution device 16D. .. The type and number of actuators connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, indicators 8 (special figure display 81, normal figure display 82, and special figure hold indicator 83) are connected to the main control board 100. The display control of these indicators 8 is performed by the game control microcomputer 101.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170 and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. The payout control board 170 includes a card unit CU (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and enables ball lending based on information such as a prepaid card inserted) and a prize ball payout device 73. In addition to being connected, the launch device 72 is connected via the launch control circuit 175. The launcher 72 includes a handle 72k (see FIG. 1).

The payout control board 170 drives the prize ball motor of the prize ball payout device 73 to pay out the prize balls based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 101 and the signal from the connected card unit CU. We pay out ball rentals. The game ball to be paid out is detected by the prize ball sensor for counting, and the detection signal by the prize ball sensor is output to the payout control board 170.

Further, the launching device 72 is provided with a touch switch capable of detecting contact with a handle 72k (see FIG. 1) of a person such as a player. When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch detects the player's contact with the handle 72k and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170. Further, a firing volume knob capable of detecting the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k is connected to the launching device 72. The launching device 72 drives the launching solenoid so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the launching volume knob. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, one gaming ball is launched about every 0.6 seconds while the rotation operation to the handle 72k is maintained.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands including information about the game to the sub control board 120 according to the progress of the game. The sub-control board 120 can grasp the progress of the game (game control content) by the main control board 100 based on various commands sent from the main control board 100. The connection between the main control board 100 and the sub control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection capable of only transmitting a signal from the main control board 100 to the sub control board 120. That is, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) (not shown) as a communication direction regulating means is interposed between the main control board 100 and the sub control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 7, on the sub-control board 120, a production control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter, “effect control microcomputer”) 121 that controls the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted. The effect control microcomputer 121 stores the effect ROM 123 that stores a program for controlling the effect as the game progresses by the main control board 100, the effect RAM 124 that is used as a work memory, and the effect ROM 123. The effect CPU 122 that executes the program is included.

Further, the effect ROM 123 stores a program for performing sub-control main processing, reception interrupt processing, sub-side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. The production ROM 123 may be externally attached.

Further, the sub-control board 120 is equipped with an effect I / O port unit 138 for inputting / outputting data and signals, and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 139. RTC139 measures the current date and time (date and time). The RTC139 operates by the electric power supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 from a predetermined island power supply device (not shown), and when the electric power is not supplied from the island power supply device, the power supply board 190 operates. It operates by the electric power supplied from the backup power supply circuit 192 provided. Therefore, the RTC139 can measure the current date and time even when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is not turned on. A backup power supply circuit for RTC 139 may be provided on the sub control board 120. A circuit including a capacitor and a built-in battery (button battery, etc.) can be adopted as the backup power supply circuit.

An image control board 140 is connected to the sub control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 of the sub-control board 120 is an image display device on the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 based on the command received from the main control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Display control of 50 is performed. The connection between the sub-control board 120 and the image control board 140 can be both transmission of a signal from the sub-control board 120 to the image control board 140 and transmission of a signal from the image control board 140 to the sub-control board 120. It is a two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores a program for image control and the like, an image RAM 143 that is used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes a program stored in the image ROM 142. .. Further, the image control board 140 includes a CGROM 145 that stores image data displayed on the image display device 50, a VRAM 146 that is used for developing image data stored in the CGROM 145, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. It has. Of course, all or part of these electronic components may be composed of one chip. In the CGROM 145, for example, image data for displaying an image displayed on the image display device 50 (still image data, moving image data, specifically, a character, an item, a figure, a character, a number, a symbol, etc. (Including) and image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads image data from the CGROM 145 and develops it in the expansion area in the VRAM 146 according to the display list created by the image CPU 141 based on the command from the effect control microcomputer 121. Then, the expanded image data is appropriately combined and the image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146. Then, the image drawn in the frame buffer is output to the image display device 50 as an RGB signal. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display unit 50a.

The display list is composed of a group of commands for instructing the execution of drawing on a frame-by-frame basis. The display list contains information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position where the image is drawn, the display priority, the display magnification, and the transmittance of the image.

The effect control microcomputer 121 receives voice, music, sound effects, etc. from the speaker 52 via the voice control circuit 161 based on the command received from the main control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Is output.

Audio data such as audio output from the speaker 52 is stored in the effect ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120. The voice control circuit 161 may be used as a substrate to mount the CPU. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute voice control. Further, in this case, the ROM may be mounted on the board and the audio data may be stored in the ROM. Further, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140, and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may execute voice control. Further, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various switches serving as an input unit, various actuators SA serving as a drive source, and various lamps SL are connected to the sub-control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various switches are input to the sub-control board 120. Further, the sub control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators SA. Further, the sub control board 120 controls the lighting of various lamps SL via the lamp control circuit 151 based on a command received from the main control board 100 or the like.

Various switches connected to the sub-control board 120 include a normal button detection switch 40a and a special button detection switch 41a. The normal button detection switch 40a detects that the normal button 40 has been pressed. The special button detection switch 41a detects that the special button 41 has been pressed. Each of the detection switches 40a and 41a outputs a signal corresponding to the detection content to the sub-control board 120. The type and number of switches connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various actuators SA connected to the sub-control board 120 include a motor for driving the on-board movable device 55, the under-board movable device 56, the frame movable device 58, etc., and the motors are driven into each movable device. It is possible to perform a predetermined operation. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. The type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various lamps SL connected to the sub-control board 120 include a frame lamp 53, a panel lamp 54, and the like, and each lamp emits light. In detail, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data that determines lighting / extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of each lamp, and emits light from each lamp according to the light emission pattern data. Control. The data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

The CPU may be mounted on the lamp control circuit 151 as a substrate. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute the lighting control of each lamp and the operation control of each movable device. Further, in this case, the ROM may be mounted on the board, and the data related to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM. Further, the type and number of lamps connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

3. 3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, the main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 to 15.

3-1. Games related to Fuzu First, we will explain the games related to Fuzu. When the launched game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 draws a lottery. When the normal map lottery is performed, the normal map display 82 performs a variable display of the normal map (stop display after performing the variable display). Here, there are a hit symbol and a lost symbol in the normal figure that is stopped and displayed. It should be noted that the lost symbol of the normal figure is also referred to as "missed normal figure" in order to distinguish it from the lost symbol of the special figure described later. When the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the lost general map is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. Further, in the following, the passage of the game ball through the gate 13 when the variable display of the normal map or the auxiliary game is not performed is referred to as "the establishment of the normal map variation start condition".

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a random number related to the normal map when the normal map variation start condition is satisfied when performing such a series of games (general map lottery, variable display of the normal map, auxiliary game). As shown in FIG. 8 (A), the random numbers related to ordinary symbols to be acquired include ordinary symbol random numbers. Ordinary symbol random numbers are random numbers (judgment information) for performing collision detection. A range is appropriately provided for each random number.

3-1-1. Hit determination The hit determination is a determination for determining whether or not to win (whether or not to execute an auxiliary game) using one or a plurality of hit determination tables as shown in FIG. 9A. The hit determination table can be associated with the game state described later. That is, the game state includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state, and as the hit judgment table, a hit judgment table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving hit judgment table) and a hit judgment table used in the time saving state (time saving). It is possible to distinguish between the hit judgment table) and. In each hit determination table, the determination value of the normal symbol random number (ordinary symbol random number value) is assigned to the hit and the loss which are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired ordinary symbol random numbers with the hit determination table to determine whether it is a hit or a loss. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, the normal map fluctuation pattern determination for variable display of the normal map is performed. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically, the hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the lost normal figure is basically stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. In addition, the winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. Normal map fluctuation The normal map fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining a normal map fluctuation pattern using one or a plurality of normal map fluctuation pattern determination tables as shown in FIG. 9 (B). The normal map fluctuation pattern is identification information related to predetermined items related to the variable display of the normal map such as the normal map fluctuation time.

The normal map fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table, the normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state (non-time saving normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table). It is possible to distinguish from the time-saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table).

In each normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, one normal map fluctuation pattern, which is the result of the normal map fluctuation pattern determination, is stored for each normal map to be stopped. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, it is possible to make the fluctuation time of the normal map different between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in the non-time saving state, the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map (lost normal map) is stopped and displayed is determined to be a normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is determined. Regarding the variable display of the normal map when the display is stopped, the normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds is determined. In addition, in the time saving state, the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map is stopped and displayed is determined to be the normal figure fluctuation pattern in which the normal figure fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds, and the hit symbol is stopped and displayed. The variable display of the figure is determined to be a normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds. The variable display of the normal map variation time associated with the normal map fluctuation pattern determined by this determination is performed by the normal map display 82. In addition, these fluctuation times of the normal map can be changed as appropriate. By performing the hit determination and the normal map fluctuation pattern determination in this way, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map.

3-1-3. Auxiliary game Auxiliary game is a variable display of a normal figure, and is executed when a winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a display result (result of a general figure lottery).

The auxiliary game includes various elements such as an element constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component), that is, the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Then, each of these elements is associated with the gaming state. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game by using one or a plurality of auxiliary game control tables as shown in FIG. 9C based on the game state. The auxiliary game control table is associated with the game state. Auxiliary game components are stored in each auxiliary game control table. In addition, the number of times of opening and the opening time of each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can make the opening time of the electric chew 12D different between the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state. For example, in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened only for the first opening time (a time when it is difficult to make the game ball win the electric chew 12D (for example, 0.08 seconds)). In the following, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as "short open auxiliary game". Further, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is used only for the second opening time (the time when it is easy to make the game ball win the electric chew 12D (for example, 3.00 seconds)), which is longer than the first opening time. Open. In the following, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also referred to as "long open auxiliary game".

3-2. Games related to special figures Next, games related to special figures will be described. When the launched game ball wins the first starting port 11, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 draws a special figure 1 lottery. When the special figure 1 lottery is performed, the special figure 1 display 81a performs a variable display of the special figure 1 (stop display after performing the variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the special figure 1 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 1 lottery has a big hit and a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. On the other hand, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed and the game based on the winning is finished.

Similarly, when the launched game ball wins the second starting port 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 draws a special figure 2 lottery. When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 display 81b performs a variable display of the special figure 2 (stop display after performing the variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the special figure 2 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 2 lottery includes a big hit and a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. On the other hand, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed, and the game based on the winning is finished.

In the following, the winning of the game ball in the first starting port 11 is referred to as "the establishment of the first starting condition", and the winning of the game ball in the second starting opening 12 is "the establishment of the second starting condition". That is. Further, "the establishment of the first starting condition" and "the establishment of the second starting condition" are collectively referred to as "the establishment of the starting condition". In addition, the lost symbol of the special symbol is also referred to as a "lost special symbol" in order to distinguish it from the lost symbol of the above-mentioned ordinary figure.

In performing such a series of games (special figure lottery, variable display of special figures, big hit game, setting of game state), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a special figure-related random number when the start condition is satisfied, and the relevant random number is acquired. Various judgments are made for random numbers. As shown in FIG. 8B, the special symbol-related random numbers to be acquired include a special symbol random number (big hit random number), a jackpot symbol type random number, a reach random number, and a special symbol variation pattern random number. The special symbol random number is a random number for making a jackpot determination. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number for making a reach determination. The special symbol fluctuation pattern random number is a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol. A range is appropriately provided for each random number. Random numbers may also be referred to as judgment information.

3-2-1. Jackpot determination The jackpot determination is a determination for determining whether or not a jackpot is a jackpot (whether or not a jackpot game is executed) using one or a plurality of jackpot determination tables as shown in FIG. 10A. The game state includes a normal probability state and a high probability state, and the jackpot determination table is associated with whether the normal probability state or the high probability state. That is, as the jackpot determination table, it is possible to distinguish between the jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and the jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table). It is possible.

In each jackpot determination table, the determination value (special symbol random number value) of the special symbol random number is assigned to the jackpot and the loss which are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired special symbol random numbers with the jackpot determination table to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 10A, the high-probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values determined to be jackpots than the normal probability jackpot determination table. In addition, the winning probability of the jackpot can be changed as appropriate.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination In the jackpot symbol type determination, when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, one or more jackpot symbol type determination tables as shown in FIG. 10 (B) are used to determine the jackpot symbol type (big hit symbol type). ) Is a judgment for determining. For each type of jackpot symbol, it is possible to associate a jackpot component composed of the contents of the jackpot, in other words, a game privilege given to the player.

The jackpot symbol type determination table is associated with the type of special symbol that is variably displayed, in other words, the type of the starting port that has won a prize due to the jackpot symbol type determination (which caused the jackpot symbol type determination). Is possible. That is, as the jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed, and the jackpot used when the variable display of the special figure 2 is performed. It is possible to distinguish from the symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

There are multiple types of jackpot symbols, and in each jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number judgment value (big hit symbol type random number value) is assigned to the jackpot symbol type that is the result of the jackpot symbol type determination. There is. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired jackpot symbol type random numbers with the jackpot symbol type determination table to determine the type of jackpot symbol. Then, in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random value is appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. In addition, the distribution rate for each jackpot symbol type can be changed as appropriate. In addition, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

For example, as shown in FIG. 10B, the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type by the jackpot symbol type determination for the special figure 1 is set to 50% for the jackpot symbol X and 50% for the jackpot symbol Y, and for the special figure 2. It is possible for the jackpot symbol Z to set the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type to 100% based on the jackpot symbol type determination. In this way, the special figure 1 lottery in which the game ball wins in the first start opening 11 and the special figure 2 lottery in which the game ball wins in the second start opening 12 are used to swing the jackpot symbol type. It is possible to make the fractions different.

3-2-3. Reach judgment In the reach judgment, when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, whether or not to generate reach by the special figure variation effect described later by using one or more reach judgment tables as shown in FIG. 10 (C). It is a judgment for determining whether or not.

The reach determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the reach determination table, the reach determination table (non-time reduction reach determination table) used in the non-time reduction state and the reach determination table (time reduction reach determination table) used in the time reduction state are distinguished. It is possible.

In each reach judgment table, the judgment value (reach random number value) of the reach random number is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (do not generate reach)" which are the results of reach judgment. .. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired reach random numbers with the reach determination table, and determines whether or not there is reach (whether or not to generate reach). As shown in FIG. 10C, it is possible to make the number of reach random number values determined to be "reachable (generate reach)" different between the non-time saving reach judgment table and the time saving reach judgment table. Is. In the following, "with reach (generate reach)" performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is "loss" is referred to as "loss with reach", and "without reach (does not generate reach)". ) ”Is sometimes referred to as“ loss without reach ”.

3-2-4. Special figure variation The special figure variation pattern determination uses a variation pattern determination table (special diagram variation pattern determination table) of one or a plurality of special symbols as shown in FIGS. 11 to 12 to determine the variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure. It is a judgment for determining (special figure fluctuation pattern), and is performed in both cases of a big hit and a loss as a result of the big hit judgment. The special figure fluctuation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined items related to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect described later. In addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect, the special figure variation pattern can include identification information regarding the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination. As the special figure fluctuation pattern, it is possible to use a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns having different identification information, and the number thereof can be changed as appropriate.

The special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with the type of the special symbol that performs the variable display to be determined, in other words, the type of the starting port in which the winning is performed due to the special figure variation pattern determination. That is, as the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table (special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table: FIG. 11) used when performing the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are performed. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) that is sometimes used.

Then, each special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time reduction special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the special figure 1 used in the time saving state. It is possible to distinguish from the fluctuation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for time saving). On the other hand, similarly, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table is also used in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and in the time saving state. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for time saving).

Further, each special figure variation pattern determination table associated with the game state can be further associated with a jackpot determination result, a jackpot symbol type determination result, or a reach determination result. That is, the non-time saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table include a jackpot (for each jackpot symbol type), a loss with reach, and a loss without reach, respectively. Similarly, the time-saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table also include a jackpot (for each jackpot symbol type), a loss with reach, and a loss without reach, respectively.

Further, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for each reachless loss can be associated with the number of special figure reservations. For example, it is used when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 3 to 4. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach. In addition, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for each reachless loss can be associated with the number of special figure reservations. For example, it is used when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 3 to 4. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach.

Then, the special figure display 81 performs variable display of the special figure of the special figure fluctuation time according to the special figure fluctuation pattern determined by each special figure fluctuation pattern determination. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the display result (result of the special figure lottery) in the variable display of the special figure, the next variable display of the special figure is not immediately performed, and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. To.

Further, each special figure variation pattern can be associated with an effect flow of a special figure variation effect as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 to 12.

As shown in the rightmost column of the table of FIGS. 11 to 12, the special figure fluctuation pattern may be given a name in association with the special figure (big hit judgment result) and the effect content of the special figure fluctuation effect. is there. For example, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the jackpot is called "big hit fluctuation". On the other hand, in the loss with reach, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a kind of reach, is performed is "SP loss fluctuation", and in the loss with reach, L reach, which is a kind of reach, is performed. The figure fluctuation pattern is referred to as "L loss fluctuation", and among the lost with reach, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation effect ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is referred to as "N loss fluctuation", and the loss without reach. The special figure fluctuation pattern is called "normal loss fluctuation".

3-2-5. Pre-reading determination The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading determination using one or a plurality of pre-reading determination tables as shown in FIG. 13 based on the acquired special figure-related random numbers. The look-ahead determination includes, for example, determination of whether or not the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, determination of which jackpot symbol type the jackpot symbol type random number is determined in the jackpot symbol type determination, and special features. Figure variation pattern There is a determination as to which special figure variation pattern the random number is determined by the special figure variation pattern determination. The look-ahead determination table can be associated with the type of starting port related to the starting winning prize. That is, as the look-ahead determination table, a look-ahead determination table (first look-ahead determination table) when the first start opening 11 is won, and a look-ahead determination table (second look-ahead determination table) when the second start opening 12 is won. , Can be distinguished.

The look-ahead determination table can also be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the look-ahead judgment table, the look-ahead judgment table (non-time saving look-ahead judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the look-ahead judgment table (time saving look-ahead judgment table) used in the time saving state are distinguished. It is possible.

That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a first look-ahead determination table used in the non-time saving state, a first look-ahead determination table used in the time saving state, and a second look-ahead determination table used in the non-time saving state. It is possible to distinguish between the second look-ahead determination table used in the time saving state and the second look-ahead determination table. It should be noted that what kind of determination is included in the look-ahead determination can be appropriately changed.

3-3. Big hit game Next, the big hit game will be described. The jackpot game consists of multiple round games involving the opening and closing of the big prize opening (1st big winning opening 14 or 2nd big winning opening 15), and from the start of the big hit game to the start of the first round game. It includes the opening (also referred to as OP) and the ending (also referred to as ED) from the end of the final round game to the end of the jackpot game. Each round game begins with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round game and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ending. Further, it is possible not to provide OP or ED. In the following, the predetermined number of round games (in a predetermined order) is simply referred to as a "round". For example, the first round game is called "1 round (1R)", and the 10th round game is called "10 rounds (10R)".

The elements constituting such a big hit game (big hit game component) include the number of round games, the number of times the big winning opening (1st big winning opening 14 or 2nd big winning opening 15) is opened in each round game, and Includes the type and opening time of each opening (opening pattern), closing time until the next opening (closing time), opening time (opening time), ending time (ending time), etc. ing. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the jackpot game by using one or a plurality of jackpot game control tables as shown in FIG. 14 after the stop display of the special figure is displayed. The jackpot game control table stores the jackpot game components for each jackpot game. As a jackpot game, it is possible to control one type or a plurality of types of jackpot games.

For example, as shown in FIG. 14, from 1R to 15R, a round game in which the first big winning opening 14 opens for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a first big winning opening 14 opens for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. A round game to open is performed. Then, in 16R (final round), a round game in which the second big winning opening 15 opens for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a round game in which the second big winning opening 15 opens for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. Will be done. Further, in each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls is detected by the large winning opening sensor, even before the maximum opening time of the large winning openings 14 and 15 elapses, End the round game.

In addition, the number of times and time in each element can be changed as appropriate. Further, the jackpot game can be performed using both the first prize opening 14 and the second prize opening 15, or can be performed using only one of them.

Here, the specific area 16 will be described in detail. Since the specific region 16 takes a closed state in which a prize cannot be won and an open state in which a prize can be won by the distribution member 16k, the operation mode of the distribution member 16k can be said to be an opening / closing mode of the specific region 16. Hereinafter, the operation mode of the distribution member 16k is also referred to as “opening / closing mode of the specific region 16”. In this way, the distribution member 16k is controlled in a certain operation mode (the specific area 16 is a constant opening / closing mode), but the distribution member 16k is controlled in a certain operation mode (a constant opening / closing mode of the specific area 16). In combination with the opening / closing mode of the second big winning opening 15 in the big hit game, the difficulty (easiness) of allowing the game ball to enter the specific area 16 in the big hit game is set. In the following, the fact that the specific region 16 is in the open state is also referred to as “V open”.

The distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the opening of the second large winning opening is started, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 3B). Therefore, in the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second special winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (make the game ball enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second special winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and From the relationship with the timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (make the game ball enter the specific area 16). As described above, in the jackpot game, the VAT opening / closing member has a first opening pattern (V long opening pattern) that facilitates passage of the specific area 16 of the game ball (hereinafter, also referred to as “V passage”) during the jackpot game. The VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the jackpot game in which the 15k and the distribution member 16k operate and the second opening pattern (V short opening pattern) in which the specific area 16 of the game ball cannot pass or is difficult to pass. It is possible to perform a jackpot game. The jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V-long opening pattern in this way is called "V-long jackpot". On the other hand, a jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V short opening pattern is called "V short jackpot".

3-4. Game state Next, the game state will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a “low probability low base game state”, a “low probability high base game state”, a “high probability low base game state”, a “high probability high base game state”, and a “high probability high base game state”. It is possible to put it in any of the "big hit game states". The "low probability low base game state" is "low probability low base state", the "low probability high base game state" is "low probability high base state", and the "high probability low base game state" is "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base game state" can be abbreviated as the "high probability high base state", respectively. As the state constituting the game state, there are a state related to the probability of being determined as "big hit" in the big hit determination and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

The normal probability state is set in the "low probability low base game state" or the "low probability high base game state", and the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit determination is a normal probability. The high-probability state is set in the "high-probability low-base gaming state" or the "high-probability high-base gaming state", and is a state in which the probability of being determined as a jackpot in the jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability. Therefore, it can be said that the high probability state is more advantageous to the player than the normal probability state. When the power is turned on for the first time in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the normal probability state is set. Then, by winning the jackpot, it becomes possible to switch from the normal probability state to the high probability state. For example, in a jackpot game, it is possible to switch to a high probability state by passing the game ball through the specific area 16. It is also possible to switch to a high probability state depending on the type of jackpot symbol. In the high-probability state, it is possible to switch from the high-probability state to the normal-probability state by performing a predetermined number of jackpot determinations without winning the jackpot or by winning the next jackpot.

The non-time saving state is set in the "low probability low base game state", the "high probability low base game state", or the "big hit game state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base game state" or the "high probability high base game state", and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state. Is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time (for example, 3.00 seconds) is longer than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. Further, in the time-saving state, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination is performed using the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table defined so that the special figure fluctuation pattern having a short special figure fluctuation time is selected more often than in the non-time reduction state. It is also possible to do so (see FIGS. 11-12). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace of digestion of the special figure hold becomes faster, and an effective prize (a prize that can be stored as a special figure hold) to the starting port is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit under the smooth progress of the game.

Further, in the time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the normal map fluctuation time to be shorter than in the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time saving state, the normal map fluctuation time (5 seconds) shorter than the normal map fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state is determined. Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times the general drawing lottery is executed per unit time is larger.

In addition, the time-saving state can be more easily determined to be a hit in the hit determination than the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time saving state, the winning is determined with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than the probability of being determined as a hit in the non-time saving state (for example, 6600/65536). Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times the hit is determined to be a hit per unit time is larger.

As described above, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer than in the non-time-saving state, and the game ball is likely to win a prize frequently to the second starting port 12. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of launched balls, becomes high. Therefore, in a short time state with a high base, it is possible to aim for a big hit without significantly reducing the number of game balls in possession. Therefore, it can be said that the time saving state is more advantageous to the player than the non-time saving state.

When the power is turned on for the first time in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the non-time saving state is set. Then, for example, by winning the jackpot, the time saving state can be set. The time saving state can be changed from the time saving state to the non-time saving state by performing a predetermined number of jackpot determinations without winning the jackpot or by winning the next jackpot.

In the time-saving state, the winning is easy to win, the normal figure fluctuation time is likely to be short, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be long, as compared with the non-time-saving state. The game related to the normal drawing is set in favor of the player in three points. However, the points set in favor of this player may be some of these.

The gaming state after the power is turned on for the first time in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a "low probability low base gaming state" in which a normal probability state and a non-time saving state are set. This gaming state is also referred to as a "normal gaming state". In the "big hit game state", the hit determination is performed but the big hit determination is not performed. Therefore, a non-time saving state is set with the start of the big hit game. Further, as for the gaming state, it is possible to use all of the above-mentioned gaming states or only a part of them.

4. Main effects by the gaming machine Next, the main effects performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 22.

4-1. Production mode First, the production mode will be described. The production mode is a division (or a superordinate conceptual attribute) of the production. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set a customer waiting effect mode, a normal effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a jackpot effect mode as the effect modes.

In the customer waiting effect mode, special figure variation effect is performed in "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". This is an effect mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation effect and indicates that the state is in a standby state in which the special figure variation effect is not performed. The customer waiting effect is performed when the customer waiting effect mode is set. In the customer waiting effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 16A, a customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. 16 (A-2), the setting screen G101 for making settings related to the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Is displayed. The settings related to the effect include a volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, a brightness setting of the display unit 50a (“light amount setting”), a frequency setting of the effect to be executed (“effect setting”), and the like.

The normal effect mode can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a non-time saving state. is there. In the normal effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-1), a background image (daytime normal background image G102) representing a daytime mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a in the first normal effect mode. As shown in FIG. 16 (B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image (background image G103 for evening normal use) representing an evening mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 16 (B). As shown in -3), there is a third normal effect mode in which a background image (background image G104 for normal nighttime use) representing a nighttime mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a, and there is a third normal effect mode in which the jackpot is not won. It can be switched as one condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or a plurality of times. Further, each of the first to third normal effect modes includes a normal pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a normal post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the normal first stage effect mode, one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display unit 50a. A dedicated background image is displayed. In addition, a special effect mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variation effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probability variation effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-4), a background image (probability variation background image G105) representing the universe is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, the probabilistic effect mode includes a probabilistic pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a probabilistic post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the probability change first stage effect mode, the probability change background image G105 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but in the probability change second stage effect mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time-saving effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "low-probability high-base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the normal probability state and the time-saving state are present. In the time saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-5), a background image (time saving background image G106) representing the sky is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, the time saving effect mode includes a time saving first stage effect mode before the reach is established and a time saving second stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the time saving first stage effect mode, the time saving background image G106 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but in the time saving second stage effect mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The jackpot effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being performed in the "big hit game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the jackpot game is being performed. In the jackpot effect mode, for example, during the opening of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-1), the display unit 50a displays the opening image G107 suggesting the start of the jackpot game or the right prompting "right-handed". A jackpot opening effect in which the hit image G108 is displayed is performed. During the round in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-2), the round image G109 showing the number of rounds and the prize ball number image G110 suggesting the number of paid out prize balls are displayed on the display unit 50a. The round production will be performed. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-3), the display unit 50a suggests the ending image G111 suggesting the effect mode set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls paid out. The jackpot ending effect in which the total prize ball number image G112 is displayed is performed.

The type of effect mode can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2. Special figure variation effect Next, the special figure variation effect (also simply referred to as "variation effect") will be described. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure fluctuation pattern and a special figure lottery result (big hit judgment result, big hit symbol type judgment result, reach judgment result, and The special figure fluctuation effect is executed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determination result) and the like. In the special figure variation effect, the display unit 50a superimposes the variation display of the effect symbol on the predetermined background image. The effect symbol is composed of, for example, numerical symbols 1 to 9, and in the variable display of the effect symbol, the effect symbol changes with the start of the variable display of the special symbol, and the effect symbol changes with the end of the variable display of the special symbol. Stops. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variation display of the effect symbol are performed, the variation is stopped and the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, the result of the special figure lottery is notified by the stop display of the effect symbol.

In the special figure variation effect, in addition to the variation display of the effect symbol, various images such as an image display device 50, a speaker 52, a frame lamp 53, a board lamp 54, a movable device 55, 56, 58, a normal button 40, and a special button 41 are used. It is possible to perform other effects using various effect devices. In this case, it is possible to continue performing other effects even after the stop display of the effect symbols.

4-2-1. Effect symbol display area As shown in FIG. 17A, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 has a left effect on each of the left side, the center, and the right side in which the display unit 50a is substantially evenly divided into three in the horizontal direction. It is possible to provide the symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol area 50b3. The left effect symbol area 50b1 is an area for displaying the left effect symbol EZ1 when the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation effect. Similarly, the middle effect symbol area 50b2 and the right effect symbol area 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 17A, it is possible to provide the small symbol area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end portion of the display unit 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area in which the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variablely displayed when the special symbol is variablely displayed. The small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are composed of, for example, numerical symbols 1 to 9.

In FIG. 17A, the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are clearly indicated by a two-dot chain line, which is the left effect symbol area 50b1. , The middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed.

4-2-2. The normal fluctuation pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform normal fluctuation in the special figure fluctuation production. The normal fluctuation functions as an effect suggesting that the variable display of the special figure has started.

When the variable display of the special figure is started, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (A), the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display unit 50a. The left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the special symbol is not variably displayed, and the special symbol is waiting for the variable display. As shown in the above, the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 is started, and the variation display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is started. In addition, "↓" in FIG. 17 indicates that the symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. When the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "normal loss fluctuation", the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are different as shown in FIG. 17 (C-1). After temporarily stopping in the stop mode, as shown in FIG. 17 (D), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in the stop mode (so-called loose stitches) suggesting loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting loss. There are a plurality of types of stop modes that suggest a loss, such as "1.1.2" and "2.4.6", in which the left and right symbols are not the same. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a special figure fluctuation pattern with reach such as "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 17 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 And the right effect symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stop mode (so-called reach eye), and reach is established. At this time, the variation display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continuously performed, and the reach effect according to the special symbol variation pattern is performed. The stop order and stop mode of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

4-2-3. The N-reach pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform N-reach when the reach is established in the normal fluctuation. The N reach is an effect that suggests that the result of the jackpot determination may have been a "big hit", and functions as an effect for the player to expect a jackpot.

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 18 (A), the state in which the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), and as shown in FIG. 18 (B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually changes. Decelerate to. Then, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 18 (C-1), it is produced in a stop mode (so-called reach loss eye) suggesting reach loss. The symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting reach loss. There are a plurality of types of stop modes that suggest reach loss, such as "7,6,7" and "5,3,5", in which the left and right symbols are the same and the inside symbol is different from the left and right symbols. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", it stops in a stop mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a jackpot, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-2). indicate. As the stop mode suggesting a big hit, there are a plurality of types of stop modes having the same symbol in the left and right, such as "7, 7, 7" and "2, 2, 2". At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a big hit. The content of the N reach effect is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium effect symbol EZ2, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-4. SP reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is an effect that suggests that the possibility that the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" is higher than that of the N reach, and functions as an effect for the player to expect a jackpot.

In the SP reach, after the N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 19A, a background image dedicated to the SP reach (background image G113 for SP reach) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the SP is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. An image (SP reach start title image) G1 indicating that the reach has been started is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 19B, an SP reach-only effect (for example, a battle effect) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-dedicated production is reached, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "SP jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-1), the display unit. At 50a, a production suggesting a big hit (for example, a display in which the main character is happy to win the battle) is performed, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop in a stop mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a big hit. indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a big hit. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "SP loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-2), an effect suggesting a loss (for example, an enemy character is in a battle). (Display that you are happy to win) is performed, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode that suggests reach loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting loss. The contents of the SP reach effect can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for each reach are stopped in a manner indicating a jackpot (big hit expectation) will be described in detail. The jackpot expectation for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of N reach is 10% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "miss" and 100% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit", the execution probability of SP reach is set to 100%. If the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing", it is set to 4%, and if the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit", it is set to 100%. It can be set high. In addition, SP reach A and SP reach B can be executed as SP reach, and the execution probability of SP reach A is set to 2% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "miss", and the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit". In the case of, the execution probability of SP reach B is set to 2% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "miss", and 30% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit". For example, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation of SP reach B higher than the jackpot expectation of SP reach A. In this way, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation degree by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination.

4-3. Hold Icon Display Area As shown in FIG. 20A, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a hold icon display area 50d composed of four display areas. The hold icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. The hold icon HA can be displayed in the display areas 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4. For example, when the special figure 1 hold number is "1", the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the special figure 1 hold number is "2", the first display area 50d1 and the first display area 50d1 are displayed. 2 The hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d2.

Further, as shown in FIG. 20A, it is possible to provide the icon display area 50e composed of one display area in the vicinity of the hold icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the icon TA which is the same as or different from the hold icon HA, depending on the start of the special figure variation effect.

The number of display areas constituting the hold icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate. Further, the hold icon display area 50d may be a display area for displaying both the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number, or may be a display area for displaying only one of them.

4-3-1. Hold effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a hold effect in response to a game ball winning a prize in the first start port 11 or the second start port 12. The hold effect can notify the player of the number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold.

In the hold effect, when the game ball wins the first start port 11 when the number of special figures 1 held is "0", the special figure variation effect is started. For example, as shown in FIG. 20 (B), the icon is concerned. The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls win the first starting port 11 during the special figure variation effect, as shown in FIG. 20 (C), the first display area 50d1 and the second display area of the hold icon display area 50d The hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is notified that the number of holds in Special Figure 1 is “2”. After that, when the special figure variation effect is completed and a new special figure variation effect is started, the hold icon displayed in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d is as shown in FIG. 20 (D). The HA moves to the icon display area 50e and is displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d moves to the first display area 50d1 and is displayed. Then, the player is notified that the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1".

4-4. Notice effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform advance notice effect at any timing during the special figure variation effect. The notice effect is an effect using the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the movable devices 55, 56, 58, the input devices 40, 41, etc., and is the result of the jackpot determination and the special figure fluctuation pattern. It is possible to suggest the result of the determination.

4-4-1. Movable body effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect using the movable devices 55, 56, and 58 as a notice effect. The movable body effect is an effect of operating the movable devices 55, 56, 58, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big hit.

In the movable body production, for example, when developing from N reach to SP reach, as shown in FIG. 21 (A), the on-board movable device 55 and the under-board movable device 56 are operated, and the on-board movable body 55k and the board are operated. It is suggested that the lower movable body 56k moves so as to overlap the display unit 50a when viewed from the player, and develops into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in the space that does not overlap with the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k of the display unit 50a. After that, as shown in FIG. 21B, the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. It should be noted that the movable body effect is not limited to the suggestion of development to SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. In addition, the operation content of the movable device in the movable body effect can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4-2. Operation effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform an operation effect using the normal button 40 and the special button 41 as a notice effect. The operation effect is an effect in which the player operates the normal button 40 and the special button 41, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big hit.

In the operation effect, for example, in SP reach, a period during which the pressing operation of the special button 41 is valid (button operation valid period) occurs, and as the button operation valid period occurs, as shown in FIG. 22 (A). , An effect that encourages the operation of the special button 41 (button operation promotion effect) is performed. In the button operation promotion effect, the button operation promotion image G3 is displayed on the display unit 50a. The button operation promotion image G3 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image showing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the special button 41 (pressing operation image G32), and a button operation valid period. An image showing the remaining time (operation valid period remaining time image G33) is included. The operation valid period remaining time image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the operation valid period. After that, in response to the pressing operation of the special button 41 during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period elapses without the special button 41 being operated during the button operation valid period, FIG. 22B As shown in the above, the on-board movable device 55 operates, and from the player's point of view, the on-board movable body 55k moves so as to overlap the display unit 50a, suggesting a jackpot expectation. The operation effect is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4-3. Pre-reading effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a pre-reading effect for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold for which the special figure lottery has not been performed as a notice effect. The look-ahead effect functions as an effect for suggesting the lottery result of the special figure lottery for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold in advance.

In the look-ahead effect, for example, when the result of the look-ahead determination for the special figure 1 hold is "big hit", as shown in FIG. 20 (C), the hold icon HA which is usually displayed as "○" in the hold icon display area 50d. May be displayed as "☆". In addition, when the result of the look-ahead determination is "missing", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called ghost effect. The look-ahead effect can be performed on both or one of the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. Further, the display mode of the hold icon HA is not limited to the change, and can be changed or added as appropriate. For example, it is also possible to change the stopping mode of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the special figure variation effect.

5. Game control by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 23 to 24. The counter, timer, buffer, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 described below are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided on the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 23 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, first, the power-on process (S001) is performed. In the power-on processing, access permission setting to the game RAM 104, setting of the game CPU 102, setting of SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are performed.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are disabled (S002), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B) are added by 1 and updated. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of the counter of each random number may be a value other than "0" or may be changed at random. Further, at least a part of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated by using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, the interrupt is permitted (S004). While the interrupt is enabled, the main timer interrupt process (S005) can be executed. The main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the gaming CPU 102, for example, at a cycle of 4 msec. That is, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Then, between the end of the main timer interrupt process (S005) and the start of the next main timer interrupt process (S005), various normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processes (S003) are performed. The random number counter value update process is repeatedly executed. If an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 in the interrupt disabled state, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 24, in the main timer interrupt process (S005), the output process (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), in each process described below, commands and the like set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the main control board 100 are output to the sub control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like.

In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in the detection signal from the lower plate full switch that detects the fullness of the lower plate 35, and plays the game as the lower plate full data. Stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104.

The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. 23. That is, the counter value update processing of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B includes the execution period of the main timer interrupt processing (S005) and the other periods (main timer interrupt processing (main side timer interrupt processing). It is performed both after the end of S005) and until the next main timer interrupt process (S005) is started).

Following the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs the sensor detection process (S104), then the normal operation process (S105), and further performs the special operation process (S106). Do. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S106), a distribution device control process for controlling the distribution device 16D is performed (S107).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S108) and ends the main timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processes (S108) include power failure monitoring processing when the power is turned off, updating the timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as another process (S108), a payout control process for paying out the prize ball to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 according to the winning of the game ball to each winning opening. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out the prize balls based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes the processes of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main process until the next interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 (see FIG. 23), and the interrupt pulse is input. (After about 4 msec), the main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. The game control microcomputer 101 is a command set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous main side timer interrupt process (S005) in the output process (S101) of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again. Etc. are output.

[2-1. Sensor detection process]
In the sensor detection process (S104), the general winning opening sensor processing, the gate sensor processing, the second starting opening sensor processing, the first starting opening sensor processing, the first winning opening sensor processing, the second major winning opening sensor processing, the specific area Sensor processing is performed in sequence. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

In the general winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the general winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for the general winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the gate sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the gate sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, the normal symbol random number indicated by the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter is acquired, and the acquired ordinary symbol random number is stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106 provided in the game RAM 104. .. When a predetermined number (for example, 4) of ordinary symbol random numbers are stored in the ordinary symbol holding storage unit 106, the newly acquired ordinary symbol random numbers are not stored. In addition, a command for the gate sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second start port sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 2 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 2 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are not stored. In addition, the second look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers and the second look-ahead determination table. Further, depending on the result of the processing, the special figure 2 hold number command representing the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (special figure 2 hold number) stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the second look-ahead determination Generate a command for the second start port sensor that includes a second start winning command that represents the result.

In the first start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first start port sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 1 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 1 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 1 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are not stored. In addition, the first look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers and the first look-ahead determination table. Further, according to the result of the processing, the special figure 1 hold number command representing the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (special figure 1 hold number) stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the first look-ahead determination are performed. Generate a command for the first start port sensor that includes a first start winning command that represents the result.

In the first big winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first big winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for the first large winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second big winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second big winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for the second winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the specific area sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor. In addition, a command for a specific area sensor is generated according to the result of the process.

[2-2. Normal operation processing]
In the normal operation process (S105), the normal symbol standby process, the normal symbol variation process, the normal symbol determination process, and the auxiliary game control process are sequentially performed. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

The normal symbol standby process is a process performed during standby when the variable display of the normal diagram and the auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal symbol standby process, the hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random numbers stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106. In addition, the normal map fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state. Then, a normal map fluctuation start command including information on the result of the collision determination and the normal map fluctuation pattern is generated. Then, the variable display of the normal map is started by the normal map display 82 based on the normal map fluctuation time associated with the determined normal map fluctuation pattern.

The normal symbol variation process is a process performed during the variable display of a normal symbol. In the normal symbol variation processing, the stop display of the normal map is performed based on the hit determination result according to the elapse of the variable display of the normal map after the variable display of the normal map being executed starts. Then, a command to stop the fluctuation of the normal map indicating the end of the variable display of the normal map is generated.

The normal symbol confirmation process is a process performed when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process, the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is the winning symbol according to the elapse of a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) from the start of the stop display of the running normal figure. Determine if it exists. If the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table, and an auxiliary game start command indicating the start of the auxiliary game is generated.

The auxiliary game control process is a process performed when an auxiliary game is being performed. In the auxiliary game control process, the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. In addition, an auxiliary game control command is generated according to the result of the process.

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S106), the special symbol standby process, the special symbol variation process, the special symbol determination process, the jackpot game control process, and the game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

[2-3-1. Special symbol standby processing]
The special symbol standby process is not a jackpot game state, but a process performed during standby when the variable display of the special symbol is not performed. In the special symbol standby process, the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed based on the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b, and the special figure 2 hold storage unit is used. Perform shift processing. Further, based on the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a, the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed, and the special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process is performed. ..

In the special figure 2 determination process, a special symbol random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and a jackpot determination table according to the current game state are used. Then, a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether the jackpot is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type determination for determining the type of the jackpot symbol is performed using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers and the special figure 2 jackpot symbol type determination table. Then, a symbol designation command indicating the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 2 determination process. In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the special figure 2 according to the current gaming state. Using the fluctuation pattern table and the special figure 2, the fluctuation pattern is determined. The determination of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (special figure 2 hold number). Then, a special figure 2 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 2 fluctuation start command includes information about the special figure 2, information about the result of the jackpot judgment, information about the result of the reach judgment, information about the special figure fluctuation time associated with the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, and the like. included. Then, the special figure 2 display 81b is made to start the variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern.

The special figure 2 hold storage unit shift process is a process performed when the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 2 hold storage unit shift process, the special figure 2 related random number stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 2 related random number in the first area is specially characterized. FIG. 2 Clear from the hold storage unit 105b. In this way, the special figure 2 related random numbers are digested in the order in which they are acquired. Then, a special figure 2 hold number command representing the special figure 2 hold number after the processing is generated.

In the special figure 1 determination process, a special symbol random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and a jackpot determination table according to the current game state are used. Then, a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether the jackpot is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type determination for determining the type of the jackpot symbol is performed using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 1 jackpot symbol type determination table. Then, a symbol designation command indicating the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 1 determination process. In the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the special figure 1 according to the current gaming state. Using the variation pattern table, the variation pattern of Special Figure 1 is determined. The determination of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (special figure 1 hold number). Then, a special figure 1 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 1 fluctuation start command is associated with the information regarding the special figure 1, the information regarding the result of the jackpot judgment, the information regarding the result of the reach judgment, the information regarding the result of the jackpot type judgment, and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. Information such as special figure fluctuation time is included. Then, the special figure 1 display 81a is made to start the variable display of the special figure 1 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern.

The special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process is a process performed when the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process, the special figure 1 related random number stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 1 related random number in the first area is specially characterized. FIG. 1 Clear from the hold storage unit 105a. In this way, the special figure 1 related random numbers are digested in the order in which they are acquired. Then, a special figure 1 hold number command representing the special figure 1 hold number after the processing is generated.

In the present embodiment, when both the special figure 2 hold number and the special figure 1 hold number are present, the special figure 2 determination process is prioritized, and the variable display of the special figure 2 and the variable display of the special figure 1 are performed. And are not performed in parallel.

[2-3-2. Special symbol variation processing]
The special symbol variation process is a process performed during the variable display of the special symbol. In the special symbol variation processing, the special symbol display 81 ends the variable display of the special symbol and stops and displays the special symbol according to the result of the jackpot determination according to the elapse of the special symbol variation time. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol indicating the jackpot is stopped and displayed, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the lost symbol indicating the loss is stopped and displayed. Then, a special figure fluctuation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the special figure is generated.

[2-3-3. Special symbol confirmation process]
The special symbol determination process is a process performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In the special symbol confirmation process, if the special symbol currently stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, the game shifts to the jackpot game state. Then, an opening command indicating the start of the jackpot game is generated. The opening command contains information about the result of the jackpot type determination. Further, when the special figure currently stopped and displayed is a lost symbol and the high probability state is terminated, the normal probability state is set. Then, a high-probability end command indicating the transition to the normal probability state is generated. Further, when the special figure currently stopped and displayed is a lost symbol and the time saving state is terminated, the non-time saving state is set. Then, a time saving end command indicating the transition to the non-time saving state is generated. If the special figure currently stopped and displayed is a lost symbol and the number of special figure 2 hold and the number of special figure 1 hold are "0", it indicates that the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is in the standby state. Generate a command.

[2-3-4. Big hit game control process]
The jackpot game control process is a process performed in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot game control process, the jackpot game is performed using the jackpot game control table. After the transition to the jackpot game state, each round game is started according to the passage of the opening time or the closing time. Then, a round game command indicating the start of the round game is generated. In addition, the ending is started according to the end of the final round game. Then, an ending command indicating the end of the jackpot game is generated. The ending command contains information about the result of the jackpot type determination.

[2-3-5. Game status setting process]
The game state setting process is a process performed when the jackpot game state ends. In the game state setting process, when changing from the normal probability state to the high probability state, the high probability state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the high-probability state, the duration of the high-probability state (for example, the number of variable display of special figures that can continue the high-probability state without winning a jackpot) is also set. Then, a high-probability setting command indicating the setting of the high-probability state is generated. When changing from the non-time saving state to the time saving state, the time saving state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the time-saving state, the duration of the time-saving state (for example, the number of variable display of special figures that can continue the time-saving state without winning a jackpot) is also set. Then, a time saving setting command indicating the setting of the time saving state is generated.

The commands generated by the game control microcomputer 101 in each process can be added or changed as appropriate.

6. Controlling the effect by the effect control microcomputer 121 Next, the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 will be described with reference to FIGS. 25 and 26. The counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following description of the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 are provided in the effect RAM 124.

[1. Sub-control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 121 provided on the sub control board 120 reads out the sub control main processing program shown in FIG. 25 from the effect ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, the power-on processing according to the power-on is performed (S4001). In the power-on processing, for example, the effect CPU 122 is set, and SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are set.

Next, the interrupt is disabled (S4002) and the random number seed update process is executed (S4003). In the random number seed update process (S4003), the values of various effect determination random number counters for performing determinations related to various effects are updated. As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for determining the effect for various effects can be the same as the method for updating the main random number for the normal symbol / special symbol performed by the main control board 100 described above. Instead of adding the random values one by one at the time of updating, it is possible to add two by two. This also applies to the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process performed by the main control board 100 described above.

When the random number seed update process is completed, the command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display unit 50a according to the received command (executes various effects by the image). Further, the sub-control board 120 outputs sound from the speaker 52 via the voice control circuit 161 (executes various sound effects by voice) and lamp control, in addition to various effects performed by the image control board 140. The frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 are made to emit light through the circuit 151 (various light emission effects by light emission are executed), and the movable devices 55, 56, 58 are operated (various movable body effects by operation). To execute).

The effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently enables interrupts (S4005). After that, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While the interrupt is enabled, the receive interrupt process (S4010) and the sub-side timer interrupt process (S4011) can be executed.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the effect control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the effect RAM 124. This receive interrupt process is executed in preference to the other interrupt process (S4011).

[2. Sub-side timer interrupt processing]
The sub-side timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a predetermined cycle (for example, 1 msec cycle) is input to the sub-control board 120. In the sub-side timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 26, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), movable device control processing (S4103), watchdog timer processing (S4104), and reception command analysis. The process (S4105), the effect timer update process (S4106), the voice control process (S4107), and the effect data creation process (S4108) are sequentially performed.

In the input process, an operation on an operation unit that can be operated by the player, such as the normal button detection switch 40a and the special button detection switch 41a, is detected. In the light emission data output process, light emission data is used to make the lamps such as the frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 emit light at a timing that matches the effect of the image, etc., based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process described later. Is output to the lamp control circuit 151. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53, the panel lamp 54, and the like to emit light in a predetermined light emitting mode according to the light emission data. In the movable device control process, drive data is output in order to perform a movable body effect that operates a movable device such as the movable devices 55, 56, 58 at a predetermined timing based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process. To do. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a movable body effect of operating the movable devices 55, 56, 58 and the like in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. In the watchdog timer process, the watchdog timer is reset.

In the receive command analysis process, the command stored in the receive buffer of the effect RAM 124 is analyzed by the receive interrupt process (S4010), and the process according to the command (for example, selection of effect, setting of effect mode, set of command, etc.) I do. In the effect timer update process, the timer for measuring the time related to each effect is updated. In the voice control process, voice data (data that controls the output of voice from the speaker 52) is created and output to the voice control circuit 161 based on the processing result of the received command analysis process. In the effect data creation process, the effect data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the first embodiment will be described. Unless otherwise specified, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-mentioned basic embodiment is also applied to the first embodiment.

First, the jackpot determination performed by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. When the game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot determination when the game state is in the high probability state, it is possible to perform a fall determination in which it is determined whether or not to switch from the high probability state to the normal probability state. The game ROM 103 stores a fall determination table shown in FIG. 27 (A). When the game ball wins the first start port 11 or the second start port 12, the game control microcomputer 101 acquires a fall random number in addition to the special figure-related random number shown in FIG. 8 (B), and the special feature of the game RAM 104. It is stored as a special figure 1 hold or a special figure 2 hold in the hold storage unit 105a of FIG. 1 or the hold storage unit 105b of the special figure 2. Specifically, the special figure-related random numbers and the fall random numbers acquired by the game ball winning the first start port 11 are stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a, and the game ball is stored in the second start port 12. The special figure-related random numbers and the fall random numbers acquired by winning a prize are stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b. In the first embodiment, the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 holdes that can be stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a is "4", and the upper limit of the number of special figure 2 holdes that can be stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b is. It is "4".

The fall random number is a random number for performing a fall determination, and is composed of a determination value of 0 to 79 as shown in FIG. 27 (B). The game control microcomputer 101 makes a fall determination using the fall determination table immediately before the jackpot determination is performed in the special figure 1 determination process or the special figure 2 determination process. When the game state is the normal probability state, the fall determination is not performed.

In the fall determination table, the determination values of the fall random numbers are assigned to "fall winning" and "fall non-winning", which are the results of the fall determination. In the fall determination, the game control microcomputer 101 collates the fall random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a or the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b with the fall determination table, and performs "fall winning" and "fall non-fall". Determine which one is "winning". When the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the game is "falling winning" (when the falling random number value is "7"), the game state is switched from the high probability state to the normal probability state, and the "falling non-winning" is performed. If it is determined that there is (when the fall random value is other than "7"), the gaming state is not switched from the high probability state to the normal probability state. In other words, if it is determined to be a "fall win", a jackpot judgment is made using the normal probability jackpot judgment table, and if it is determined to be a "fall non-win", a jackpot judgment is made using the high probability jackpot judgment table. Judgment is made. The probability of winning a fall can be changed as appropriate.

Next, a jackpot game that can be executed by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The game ROM 103 stores the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 28. The game control microcomputer 101 can execute a jackpot game by using the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 28. In the first embodiment, the jackpot game is executed using the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 28, but the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 14 can also be used in combination.

The game control microcomputer 101 can determine either "big hit symbol 1" or "big hit symbol 2" in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special figure 1 determination process. On the other hand, in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special figure 2 determination process, either "big hit symbol 3" or "big hit symbol 4" can be determined.

The game control microcomputer 101 determines the type of the jackpot symbol in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special figure 1 determination process at a rate of 70% for the "big hit symbol 1" and 30% for the "big hit symbol 2". On the other hand, in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special figure 2 determination process, the jackpot symbol type is determined at a rate of 70% for "big hit symbol 3" and 30% for "big hit symbol 4". As shown in FIG. 28, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a jackpot game according to the determined type of jackpot symbol. The rate of determining the type of jackpot symbol can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the jackpot game will be described in detail. As shown in FIG. 28, in the "big hit game 1" executed when the "big hit symbol 1" is determined and the "big hit game 2" executed when the "big hit symbol 2" is determined, as shown in FIG. Round games are played 16 times. Then, from the 1st round to the 8th round, the 1st prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and from the 9th round to the 16th round, the maximum is 0.1 per round game. The first big winning opening 14 opens for seconds. From 9R to 16R of this jackpot game, the opening time of the first big winning opening 14 is extremely short, and in reality, it is a round in which winning of the first big winning opening 14 cannot be expected. That is, although the total number of round games in this jackpot game is 16, the actual number of round games is eight.

Further, in the "big hit game 3" executed when the "big hit symbol 3" is determined and the "big hit game 4" executed when the "big hit symbol 4" is determined, as shown in FIG. 28. In addition, a round game is played 16 times. Then, in all of the 1st to 16th rounds, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. That is, in this jackpot game, the total number of round games and the actual number of round games are 16 times.

Therefore, "big hit game 3" or "big hit game 4" in which the actual number of round games is 16 times is "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" in which the actual number of round games is 8 times. It can be said that the jackpot game is more advantageous to the player, and the jackpot game state in which "big hit game 3" or "big hit game 4" is executed is the jackpot game state in which "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" is executed. It can be said that the gaming state is more advantageous to the player.

Next, a game state in which the game control microcomputer 101 can be controlled will be described. The game control microcomputer 101 shortens the time even after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games "big hit game 1", "big hit game 2", "big hit game 3", and "big hit game 4" is executed. Set the state. Further, after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games of "big hit game 1" and "big hit game 3" is executed, a high probability state is set, while "big hit game 2" and "big hit game 4" After the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games is executed, the high probability state is not set (the normal probability state is set). Therefore, after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games 1 and "big hit game 3" is executed, a "high probability high base game state" in which a high probability state and a time saving state are set is set. After the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games of "big hit game 2" and "big hit game 4" is executed, a "low probability high base game state" in which a normal probability state and a time saving state are set is set. In the first embodiment, the "high-probability high-base gaming state" can be continued until either the "fall winning" is determined by the fall determination or the jackpot determination is determined as a jackpot. is there. On the other hand, the "low probability high base game state" can be continued until the number of variable display of the special figure reaches 100 times.

Therefore, the "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 3" in which the high probability state is set after that is more advantageous to the player than the "big hit game 2" or "big hit game 4" in which the high probability state is not set after that. It can be said that it is a jackpot game, and the jackpot game state in which "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 3" is executed is more to the player than the jackpot game state in which "big hit game 2" or "big hit game 4" is executed. It can be said that it is an advantageous gaming state.

Here, in the "high probability high base game state", the time saving state when it is determined to be "fall winning" in the fall determination and the time saving state when it is determined to be a big hit in the jackpot determination will be described. To do. Even if the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the fall determination is "fall winning" until the number of variable display of the special figure reaches 100 times after the "high probability high base game state" is reached. Do not switch from the time saving state to the non-time saving state. For example, when it is determined that the player has won the fall in the 50th variable display of the special figure, the high probability state can be switched to the normal probability state as shown in FIG. 29 (A), but the time is shortened. You cannot switch from the state to the non-time saving state. After that, when the 100th variable display and stop display of the special figure are completed, the time saving state is switched to the non-time saving state. In this case, the variable display of the special figure is "high probability high base game state" from the first time to the 49th time, "low probability high base game state" from the 50th time to the 100th time, and "low probability high base game state" from the 101st time onward. It becomes "probability low base game state".

On the other hand, the game control microcomputer 101 did not determine that the fall was "winning" even if the number of variable displays of the special figure after the "high probability and high base game state" was 100 times. In some cases, the time saving state will continue thereafter. Then, if it is determined in the subsequent fall determination that the "fall is won", the time-saving state is switched to the non-time-saving state when the variable display of the special figure is started. For example, when it is determined that the fall is "winning" in the fall determination related to the 120th variable display of the special figure, as shown in FIG. 29 (B), at the start timing of the 120th variable display of the special figure, The high probability state can be switched to the normal probability state, and the time saving state can be switched to the non-time saving state. In this case, the variable display of the special figure becomes the "high probability high base game state" from the first time to the 119th time, and becomes the "low probability low base game state" from the 120th time onward.

Further, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the jackpot is a "big hit" until the number of variable displays of the special figure reaches 100 after the "high probability high base game state" is reached. The time saving state is continued until the variable display and the stop display of the special figure based on the judgment are completed. On the other hand, when the number of variable display of the special figure after the "high probability high base game state" is 101st or later, if it is determined that the jackpot is "big hit", the variable display of the special figure based on the judgment is made. When starting, switch from the time saving state to the non-time saving state. For example, when it is determined that the jackpot is "big hit" in the jackpot determination related to the 120th variable display of the special figure, as shown in FIG. 29 (C), the time is shortened at the start timing of the 120th variable display of the special figure. You can switch from the state to the non-time saving state. That is, after the 101st and subsequent times of the variable display of the special figure in the time saving state, even if it is determined that the fall determination is "fall winning", it is determined that the jackpot determination is "big hit". Even in this case, the time saving state can be switched to the non-time saving state at the same timing (start of variable display of the special figure). Therefore, depending on the switching from the time-saving state to the non-time-saving state, it is not possible to determine whether the fall determination is determined to be "fall winning" or the jackpot determination is determined to be "big hit". In this case, the variable display of the special figure is the "high probability high base game state" from the first time to the 119th time, and the "high probability low base game state" at the 120th time.

Further, the game RAM 104 is provided with a number storage unit (not shown) for storing the number of variable display of the special figure, and the game control microcomputer 101 displays the special figure in a variable manner after setting the time saving state. By updating the number of times stored in the number-of-times storage unit according to the start, it is possible to count the number of times of variable display of the special figure after setting the time saving state. The number of times stored in the number-of-times storage unit is reset when the next jackpot game is performed.

Next, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern that can be determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The gaming ROM 103 includes a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table A shown in FIG. 30 (A), a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table B shown in FIG. 30 (B), and a special figure 2 shown in FIG. 30 (C). The variation pattern determination table C, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table D shown in FIG. 30 (D), and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table E shown in FIG. 30 (E) are stored. The game control microcomputer 101 includes a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table A, a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table B, a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table C, and a special figure shown in FIGS. 30 (A) to 30 (E). The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern can be determined by using the 2 fluctuation pattern determination table D or the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table E. In the first embodiment, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination tables A to E shown in FIGS. 30 (A) to 30 (E) are used, but the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 12 is also used. It is also possible to use it.

The game control microcomputer 101 is based on the state of the jackpot probability, the result of the jackpot determination, the result of the reach determination, the random number of the special figure variation pattern, and the number of variable displays of the special figure in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process in the time saving state. , Special figure 2 Determine the fluctuation pattern. As shown in FIGS. 30 (A) to 30 (E), there are 19 types of special FIG. 2 fluctuation patterns of "THP001" to "THP009", "THP011" to "THP018", and "THP021" to "THP022". Special Figure 2 It is possible to determine the fluctuation pattern. Which special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined depends on the special figure fluctuation pattern random number.

In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table A, the number of times of variable display of the special figure in the time saving state after "big hit game 1", "big hit game 2", "big hit game 3", and "big hit game 4" are executed is Used in the first to 99th cases, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table B shows that the number of variable display of the special figure in the time saving state after the execution of "big hit game 1" and "big hit game 3" is 100. Used in the case of the first time, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table C shows the case where the number of variable display of the special figure in the time saving state after the execution of "big hit game 1" and "big hit game 3" is 101st or later. The special figure 2 variation pattern determination table D is used when the number of variable display of the special figure in the time saving state after the "big hit game 2" and "big hit game 4" are executed is the 100th time. The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table E is switched from the time saving state to the non-time saving state after the "big hit game 1", "big hit game 2", "big hit game 3", and "big hit game 4" are executed. It is used when the number of variable display of the special figure after that is the first to tenth. The number of variable display of the special figure in which each special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table is used can be changed as appropriate.

In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table A, when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", there are three types of special figure 2 variation patterns, "THP001" to "THP003", regardless of the state of the jackpot probability. One of them will be decided. Of the three types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns, "THP002" is easier to determine than the other special figure 2 fluctuation patterns. In addition, "THP001" is referred to as "immediate jackpot fluctuation", "THP002" is referred to as "confrontation jackpot fluctuation", and "THP003" is referred to as "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation".

If the result of the jackpot determination is "missing" and the result of the reach determination is "with reach", the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "THP011" to "THP012" regardless of the state of the jackpot probability. One of the two types is determined. Of the two types of special figure 2 fluctuation patterns, "THP011" is easier to determine than "THP012". In addition, "THP011" is referred to as "confrontation loss fluctuation", and "THP012" is referred to as "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation".

If the result of the jackpot determination is "missing" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "THP021" to "THP022" regardless of the state of the jackpot probability. One of the two types is determined. Which of the two types of special figure 2 fluctuation patterns is determined depends on the number of special figure 2 reserved. When the number of special figures 2 reserved is 0 to 1, it is easy to determine "THP021" with a relatively long special figure fluctuation time of 13000 ms, and when the number of reserved figures 2 is 2 to 4, the special figure 2 is reserved. It is easy to determine "THP022" with a fluctuation time of 4000 ms, which is relatively short. In addition, "THP021" is referred to as "normal A loss fluctuation", and "THP022" is referred to as "normal B loss fluctuation".

In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table B, when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", there are two types of special figure 2 variation patterns, "THP004" to "THP005", regardless of the state of the jackpot probability. One of them will be decided. Of the two types of special figure 2 fluctuation patterns, "THP005" is easier to determine than "THP004". In addition, "THP004" is referred to as "branch jackpot fluctuation", and "THP005" is referred to as "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation".

In addition, if the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the current jackpot probability is in a high probability state (when it is judged that "falling non-winning" is achieved in all 100 falling judgments), special FIG. 2 As the fluctuation pattern, one of two types of "THP013" to "THP014" is determined. Of the two types of special figure 2 fluctuation patterns, "THP014" is easier to determine than "THP013". In addition, "THP013" is referred to as "branch / success loss fluctuation". "THP014" is called "branch / revival / success loss fluctuation".

In addition, if the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the current jackpot probability is in the normal probability state (when it is determined that "falling win" is achieved by any of the 100 falling judgments), special FIG. 2 Only "THP015" is determined as the fluctuation pattern. In addition, "THP015" is referred to as "branch / revival / failure loss fluctuation".

In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table C, when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", the special figure 2 variation patterns are "THP001", "THP006" to "THP007" regardless of the state of the jackpot probability. One of the three types is determined. Of the three types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns, "THP007" is easier to determine than the other special figure 2 fluctuation patterns. In addition, "THP006" is referred to as "settlement jackpot fluctuation", and "THP007" is referred to as "settlement / resurrection jackpot fluctuation".

In addition, when the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the current jackpot probability is in the normal probability state (when it is determined in the fall judgment that the "fall is won"), the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is set. Only "THP016" is determined. In addition, "THP016" is referred to as "settlement / revival / failure loss fluctuation".

In addition, when the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the current jackpot probability is in a high probability state (when it is determined in the fall judgment that "fall is not won"), it is set as a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern. , "THP021" to "THP022", one of the two types is determined. Which of the two types of special figure 2 fluctuation patterns is determined depends on the number of special figure 2 reserved. When the number of holdings of the special figure 2 is 0 to 1, "THP022" is easily determined, and when the number of holdings of the special figure 2 is 2 to 4, "THP022" is easily determined.

In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table D, when the result of the big hit judgment is "big hit", "THP008" is determined as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, and when the result of the big hit judgment is "miss". , Special figure 2 "THP017" is determined as a fluctuation pattern. In addition, "THP008" is referred to as "result jackpot fluctuation", and "THP017" is referred to as "result loss fluctuation".

In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table E, when the result of the big hit judgment is "big hit", "THP009" is determined as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, and when the result of the big hit judgment is "miss". , Special figure 2 "THP018" is determined as a fluctuation pattern. In addition, "THP009" is referred to as "revenge jackpot fluctuation", and "THP018" is referred to as "revenge loss fluctuation".

Next, the look-ahead determination performed by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The game ROM 103 stores a look-ahead determination table A shown in FIG. 31 (A) and a look-ahead determination table B shown in FIG. 31 (B). The game control microcomputer 101 can perform pre-reading determination using the pre-reading determination table A or the pre-reading determination table B shown in FIGS. 31 (A) and 31 (B). In this look-ahead determination, either the jackpot look-ahead determination of whether or not the acquired special symbol random number is determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination, or the acquired special figure variation pattern random number is determined by the special figure variation pattern determination. This includes a fluctuation pattern look-ahead determination as to whether or not the special figure fluctuation pattern is determined, and a fall look-ahead determination as to whether or not the acquired fall random number is determined to be a "fall winning" in the fall determination. The game control microcomputer 101 determines the start winning command based on the result of the look-ahead determination. In the first embodiment, the look-ahead determination table A and the look-ahead determination table B shown in FIGS. 31 (A) and 31 (B) are used, but the look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. 13 can also be used in combination. It is possible.

The game control microcomputer 101 has a jackpot look-ahead determination result, a variation pattern look-ahead determination result, a fall look-ahead determination result, and the number of variable displays of the special figure in the second start port sensor process when the time saving state is set. The start winning command is determined based on. As shown in FIGS. 31 (A) and 31 (B), "command 001" to "command 008", "command 011" to "command 017", and "command 021" to "command 022" are used as start winning commands. 17 types of start winning commands can be determined.

Further, when the special figure 2 hold occurs in the game control microcomputer 101, the special figure 2 hold is based on the number of variable display of the special figure and the special figure 2 hold number in the time saving state. It is possible to determine how many times the variable display of the special figure corresponds to the variable display of the special figure in the time saving state. For example, if a special figure 2 hold occurs in which the number of special figure 2 hold is "2" when the number of variable display of the special figure in the time saving state is 50, the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold is performed. , It is judged that it corresponds to the 52nd variable display of the special figure. Then, the game control microcomputer 101 can determine the start winning command according to the determination of how many times the variable display of the special figure corresponds to the variable display of the special figure based on the generated special figure 2 hold. ..

Further, in the game control microcomputer 101, when the special figure 2 hold occurs after the 101st variable display number of the special figure in the time saving state, the fall look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold that occurred before that is already "fall winning". Based on whether or not it is determined that, it is possible to determine whether or not the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold corresponds to the variable display of the special figure performed in the non-time saving state. It is possible. For example, when the fall look-ahead judgment for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 120th variable display of the special figure in the time saving state is determined to be "fall winning", the special figure corresponding to the 121st and subsequent variable display of the special figure. When FIG. 2 hold occurs, it is determined that the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold is performed in a non-time saving state. Then, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the variable display of the special figure based on the generated special figure 2 hold corresponds to the variable display of the special figure performed in the non-time saving state, and receives a start winning command. Can be determined.

The look-ahead determination table A is used when the number of times of variable display of the current special figure in the time-saving state is the first to 100 times, and in the look-ahead judgment table B, the number of times of variable display of the current special figure in the time-saving state is 101. It is used in the case after the first time.

In the look-ahead determination table A, when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit", the start winning command is determined according to the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead determination regardless of the result of the fall look-ahead determination. If the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "immediate jackpot fluctuation", "command 001" is determined, and if it is "confrontation jackpot fluctuation", "command 002" is determined, and "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation" is determined. If it is, "command 003" is determined, if it is "branch jackpot fluctuation", "command 004" is determined, and if it is "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "command 005" is determined. Will be done. When the number of variable display of the special figure corresponds to the 101st to 104th times, "command 008" is determined regardless of the result of the variation pattern look-ahead determination.

Further, in the look-ahead judgment table A, when the result of the jackpot look-ahead judgment is "miss", the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold, which is the target of the look-ahead judgment, is the 100th special figure in the time saving state. When it corresponds to other than the variable display, the start winning command is determined according to the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead determination regardless of the result of the fall look-ahead determination. If the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "confrontation loss fluctuation", "command 011" is determined, and if it is "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", "command 012" is determined, and "normal A loss" is determined. If it is "variation", "command 022" is determined, and if it is "normal B loss variation", "command 022" is determined. On the other hand, when the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold, which is the target of the look-ahead judgment, corresponds to the 100th variable display of the special figure in the time saving state, the result of the fall look-ahead judgment or the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment The start winning command is determined accordingly. If the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is "fall non-winning" and the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "branch / success loss fluctuation", "command 013" is determined and the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is "fall non-winning". If the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "branch / revival success loss fluctuation", "command 014" is determined, and if the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is "fall winning", "command 015" is determined. Will be done. When the number of variable display of the special figure corresponds to the 101st to 104th times, "command 017" is determined regardless of the result of the variation pattern look-ahead determination.

Here, the start winning command determined by the look-ahead determination table A will be described. Since "command 008" and "command 017" are determined for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 101st to 104th variable display times of the special figure, the special figure is variable based on the special figure 2 hold. There are cases where the display is performed in a state in which the time saving state is switched to a non-time saving state, and cases in which the display is performed in a state in which the time saving state is continued (see FIGS. 29 (A) and 29 (B)). Since the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table used differs between the case where the time saving state is switched to the non-time saving state and the case where the time saving state continues (see FIGS. 30 (C) and 30 (E)), the special figure In the look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 101st to 104th variable display times of, the result of the variable pattern look-ahead judgment is not referred to, and "command 008" or "command 008" or "command 008" or "command 008" or " Command 017 "is to be determined.

Further, in "command 013", "command 014", and "command 015", the variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold, which is the target of the look-ahead determination, corresponds to the 100th variable display of the special figure in the time saving state. It is decided only when. As described above, in the 100th variable display of the special figure in the time saving state, when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "branch / success loss fluctuation" and "branch / resurrection / success loss". Only "fluctuation" or "branch / resurrection / failure loss variation" is determined (see FIG. 30B). Therefore, in the look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 100th variable display of the special figure in the time saving state, "command 011", "command 012", "command 021", and "command 022" are not determined, and "command 022" is not determined. "Command 013", "Command 014", and "Command 015" are determined.

In the look-ahead determination table B, when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit", the start winning command is determined according to the result of the variation pattern look-ahead determination regardless of the result of the fall look-ahead determination. If the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "immediate jackpot fluctuation", "command 001" is determined, and if it is "settlement jackpot fluctuation", "command 006" is determined, and "settlement / resurrection jackpot fluctuation". If it is, "command 007" is determined. In addition, in the case corresponding to the variable display of the special figure performed in the non-time saving state (when it is already determined that the fall look-ahead is "fall winning"), regardless of the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment, " Command 008 "is determined.

Further, in the look-ahead determination table B, when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "miss", the start winning command is determined according to the result of the fall look-ahead determination or the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead determination. If the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is "fall non-winning" and the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment is "normal A loss fluctuation", "command 021" is determined, and the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is "fall non-winning" and If the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead determination is "normal B loss fluctuation", "command 022" is determined, and if the result of the fall look-ahead determination is "fall winning", "command 016" is determined. In addition, in the case corresponding to the variable display of the special figure performed in the non-time saving state (when it is already determined that the fall look-ahead is "fall winning"), regardless of the result of the fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment, " Command 017 "is determined.

Here, the start winning command determined by the look-ahead determination table B will be described. “Command 008” and “command 017” are determined for the special figure 2 hold related to the variable display of the special figure that is performed after the switch to the non-time saving state. When the non-time saving state is switched, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table E is used (see FIG. 30 (E)). Therefore, the special drawing relating to the variable display of the special figure performed after the switching to the non-time saving state. In the look-ahead determination for 2 hold, the result of the variation pattern look-ahead determination is not referred to, and "command 008" or "command 017" is determined based only on the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination.

Further, the "command 016" is determined only when it is determined that the "fall is won" in the fall determination for the special figure 2 hold which is the target of the look-ahead determination. As described above, when it is determined in the fall determination that the player has won the fall, the jackpot determination is performed in the state of being switched to the normal probability state. In this case, only "settlement / revival / failure loss fluctuation" is determined as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern (see FIG. 30C). Therefore, in the look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold, which is determined to be "fall winning" in the fall determination, "command 021" and "command 022" are not determined, but "command 016" is determined. There is.

Next, the effect mode that can be set by the effect control microcomputer 121 will be described with reference to FIG. 32. The effect control microcomputer 121 can set "super RUSH mode", "RUSH mode", or "revenge mode" after the jackpot game state.

The "super RUSH mode" is an effect mode suggesting a "high probability high base game state", and is set according to the start of the "high probability high base game state". The "RUSH mode" is an effect mode suggesting a "low probability high base game state", and is set according to the start of the "low probability high base game state". The "revenge mode" is an effect mode that suggests a "low probability low base game state", depending on the change from the "high probability high base game state" to the "low probability low base game state", or "low". It is set according to the change from "high probability base game state" to "low probability low base game state". Each effect mode is distinguished by the display of the display unit 50a. When the "super RUSH mode" is set, a band image with the characters "super RUSH mode" is displayed on the upper part of the display unit 50a (see FIG. 34 (A)), and the "RUSH mode" is displayed. When it is set, a band image with the characters "RUSH mode" is displayed on the upper part of the display unit 50a (see FIG. 40 (A)), and when "revenge mode" is set, it is displayed. A band image with the characters "revenge mode" is displayed on the upper part of the display unit 50a (see FIG. 46 (B)).

FIG. 32 (A) shows that after the jackpot game state, the "high probability high base game state" is set, and after the 100 + αth (α is an integer of 1 or more) special figure is variablely displayed, the fall determination is "fall winning". It is a figure which shows the transition A of the effect mode at the time of determination. When the "high probability high base game state" is started, the "super RUSH mode" is set. The "super RUSH mode" can be continued until 100 times of variable display of the special figure is performed. If the "high probability high base game state" is maintained without being switched to the normal probability state by all the fall judgments related to the variable display of the special figure for 100 times in the "super RUSH mode", the 101st special The "super RUSH mode" continues even after the variable display of the figure. This "super RUSH mode" continues until it is determined that the fall is "winning" or the jackpot is determined to be "big hit". During the "super RUSH mode" of the variable display of the 100 + αth special figure, if it is determined that the fall is "winning", the "high probability high base game state" is changed to "low probability low base game state". However (see FIG. 29 (B)), the "super RUSH mode" continues even in this "low probability low base gaming state". Then, the "revenge mode" is set according to the end of the variable display of the special figure this time. The "revenge mode" continues until the variable display of the special figure for 10 times is performed or until the next jackpot game is executed. In addition, the "super RUSH mode" may be terminated according to the determination of "fall winning" in the fall determination.

FIG. 32 (B) shows the transition of the effect mode when the jackpot game state is changed to the “high probability high base game state” and the jackpot determination is determined to be “big hit” after the 100 + αth variable display of the special figure. It is a figure which shows B. When the "high probability high base game state" is started, the "super RUSH mode" is set. If the "high probability high base game state" is maintained without being switched to the normal probability state by all the fall judgments related to the variable display of the special figure for 100 times in the "super RUSH mode", the 101st special figure The "super RUSH mode" continues even after the variable display of. After that, if it is determined that the jackpot is "big hit" during the "super RUSH mode" of the variable display of the 100 + αth special figure, the "high probability high base game state" to the "high probability low base game state" However, the "super RUSH mode" continues even in this "high probability low base gaming state" (see FIG. 29 (C)). Then, the jackpot effect mode is set according to the start of the jackpot game state. The "super RUSH mode" may be terminated when it is determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination.

FIG. 32 (C) shows a case where the player enters the “high-probability high-base game state” after the jackpot game state, and is determined to be “fall-winning” by the fall determination before the variable display of the special figure for 100 times is performed. It is a figure which shows the transition C of an effect mode. When the "high probability high base game state" is started, the "super RUSH mode" is set. If any of the fall judgments related to the variable display of the special figure for 100 times in the "super RUSH mode" is switched to the normal probability state and the "low probability high base game state" is set, the 100th special figure will be displayed. The "revenge mode" is set according to the end of the variable display (becoming a "low probability low base game state"). The "revenge mode" continues until the variable display of the special figure for 10 times is performed or until the next jackpot game is executed. The "super RUSH mode" may be terminated when it is determined to be "missing" in the jackpot determination related to the 100th variable display of the special figure.

FIG. 32 (D) shows an effect mode in which the “low probability high base game state” is set after the big hit game state, and all the big hit judgments related to the variable display of the special figure for 100 times are judged to be “missing”. It is a figure which shows the transition D of. When the "low probability high base game state" is started, the "RUSH mode" is set. The "RUSH mode" can be continued until 100 times of variable display of the special figure is performed. If the jackpot game is not performed even if the variable display of the special figure for 100 times in the "RUSH mode" is performed, the variable display of the 100th special figure ends (becomes a "low probability low base game state"). "Revenge mode" is set according to. The "revenge mode" continues until the variable display of the special figure for 10 times is performed or until the next jackpot game is executed. The "RUSH mode" may be terminated when it is determined to be "missing" in the jackpot determination related to the 100th variable display of the special figure.

If the jackpot game is not performed even if the variable display of the special figure for 10 times is performed in the "revenge mode", the normal effect mode is set according to the start of the variable display of the special figure for the 11th time. ..

<Effect of the first embodiment>
Hereinafter, the effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be described.

(1) After the "high probability high base game state" is reached, until the number of variable display of the special figure reaches 100 times, the time saving state continues regardless of the result of the fall judgment, which is immediately advantageous. It is possible to enhance the interest of the game without ending the game state.

(2) Even if the number of variable display of the special figure reaches 100 after the "high probability high base game state" is reached, if the fall judgment does not determine that the "fall is won", the time is shortened. Is continued, so that the advantageous gaming state can be continued for a long time, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(3) After the number of variable display of the special figure in the "high probability high base game state" exceeds 100 times, the case where the fall judgment is determined to be "fall winning" and the case where the jackpot judgment is "big hit". Since the time saving state ends at the same timing as when it is determined to be, whether it is determined to be a "fall winning" in the fall judgment or a "big hit" in the jackpot judgment is determined. It can be difficult to distinguish, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(4) After the number of variable display of the special figure in the "high probability high base game state" exceeds 100 times, the case where the fall judgment is determined to be "fall winning" and the case where the jackpot judgment is "big hit". Since a common "settlement reach" may be performed depending on whether it is determined to be, it is determined whether the fall judgment is "fall winning" or the jackpot judgment is "big hit". It is possible to make it difficult to determine whether or not it is, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(5) When the 100th variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode", which is the time saving state, is completed and the non-time saving state is reached, and when the time saving state is "super RUSH mode", the fall Since the mode shifts to the common "revenge mode" when the judgment is determined to be "falling winning" and the non-time saving state is reached, it is possible to make it easier to understand that the non-time saving state has been achieved. It is possible to enhance the interest.

<Second Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the second embodiment will be described. Unless otherwise specified, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-mentioned basic embodiment and the first embodiment is also applied to the second embodiment.

First, with reference to FIGS. 33 to 42, a special figure variation effect that can be executed by the effect control microcomputer 121 according to the special figure 2 variation pattern determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the following effects in the special figure variation effect.

A. Normal fluctuation This is an effect that may be performed in response to the start of the variable display of the special figure. Since it is performed first in the special figure variation effect, it functions as an effect suggesting that the special figure variation effect has started.

B. After the reach "normal fluctuation", the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed with the same symbol. Since it may be performed when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", it functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed. In addition, since it may develop into reach effects such as "confrontation reach" and "final reach" after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting that reach effects may be performed.

C. After the "normal fluctuation" in the jackpot confirmation effect "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode", the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k move on the display unit 50a without establishing "reach". It is a production. Since it may be performed only when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is performed.

D. Confrontation Reach In the 1st to 99th special figure fluctuation productions in "Super RUSH Mode" and "RUSH Mode", this is a production that may be performed after "Reach", and is a reach production in which the main character battles with enemy characters. is there. Since it is easier to perform when the result of the jackpot determination is "missing" than when it is "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is more likely to be performed.

E. Settlement Reach This is a production that may be performed after the "reach" in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation productions in the "super RUSH mode", and is a reach production in which the main character battles with a strong enemy character. Since it is easier to perform when the result of the jackpot determination is "missing" than when it is "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is more likely to be performed. In addition, since it may be performed when the result of the fall determination is "fall winning", it also functions as an effect suggesting that there is a possibility of switching from the high probability state to the normal probability state.

F. Branching effect This is an effect that may be performed in the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode", and is an effect in which the main character challenges the mission. After that, since the time saving state may continue, it functions as an effect suggesting that the time saving state may continue. Further, since the time saving state may end after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting that the time saving state may end. Further, since the jackpot game may be performed after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game may be performed.

G. Result effect This is an effect that may be performed in the 100th special figure variation effect in the "RUSH mode", and is an effect that suggests the end of the "RUSH mode". After that, since the time saving state may be switched to the non-time saving state, it functions as an effect suggesting that the time saving state ends or the non-time saving state starts. In addition, since the mode may shift to the "revenge mode" after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting the shift to the "revenge mode".

H. Dialogue notice This is a production that may be performed during "normal fluctuation" in the "super RUSH mode", and is a warning production in which the main character emits dialogue. Since it may be performed when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", it functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed.

I. Resurrection production A
This is a production that may be performed after the main character is defeated by an enemy character in "Confrontation Reach", and is a production in which the main character is about to be revived by repeatedly hitting the normal button 40. After that, since the jackpot game may be performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game may be performed.

J. Resurrection production B
This is an effect that may be performed after the main character is defeated by a strong enemy character in "Settlement Reach", and is an effect that the main character tries to revive by repeatedly hitting the normal button 40. After that, since the jackpot game may be performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game may be performed.

K. Resurrection production C
This is an effect that may be performed after the main character fails in the mission in the "branch effect", and is an effect in which the main character re-challenge the mission by repeatedly hitting the normal button 40. After that, since the time saving state may continue, it functions as an effect suggesting that the time saving state may continue. Further, since the jackpot game may be performed after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game may be performed.

L. Jackpot announcement production This is a production that may be performed after the main character has succeeded in a mission in the "branch production" or "revival production C". After that, since the jackpot game is performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is performed.

M. Resurrection fanning production A
This is an effect that may be performed after the main character is defeated by an enemy character in "Confrontation Reach", and is an effect in which the image of the normal button 40 is displayed in a fade-in manner. After that, since the "revival effect A" may be performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the "revival effect A" may be performed.

N. Resurrection fanning production B
This is an effect that may be performed after the main character is defeated by a strong enemy character in "Settlement Reach", and is an effect in which the image of the normal button 40 is displayed in a fade-in manner. After that, since the "revival effect B" may be performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the "revival effect B" may be performed.

Next, the production flow of the main special figure fluctuation production will be described. The effect control microcomputer 121 displays an effect image on the display unit 50a in each effect constituting the effect flow, and depending on the display of the effect image, a light emitting effect using the frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 and a speaker. It is possible to perform a sound effect using the 52.

In the special figure variation effect in which the special figure 2 variation pattern is “immediate jackpot variation”, as shown in FIG. 33 (A), an effect flow composed of “normal variation” → “big hit confirmed effect” is executed.

The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation jackpot fluctuation" and "confrontation loss fluctuation", and as shown in Fig. 33 (B), it is composed of "normal fluctuation" → "reach" → "confrontation reach". The production flow is executed. Although the details will be described later, "Resurrection Fanning Production A" may be performed in "Confrontation Reach" of "Confrontation Loss Fluctuation".

In the special figure fluctuation production of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern of "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation" and "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 33 (C), "normal fluctuation" → "reach" → "confrontation reach" ”→“ Resurrection production A ”is executed. Although the details will be described later, "Resurrection Incitement A" may be performed in "Confrontation Reach" of "Confrontation / Resurrection Loss Fluctuation" and "Confrontation / Resurrection Loss Fluctuation".

In the special figure variation effect in which the variation pattern of the special figure 2 is "branch jackpot variation" and "branch / success loss variation", as shown in FIG. 33 (D), an effect flow consisting only of "branch effect" is executed. To.

Special Figure 2 In the special figure fluctuation production of "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "branch / resurrection / success loss fluctuation", and "branch / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 33 (E). An effect flow consisting of "branch effect" → "revival effect C" is executed.

Special Figure 2 In the special figure fluctuation production in which the fluctuation pattern is "final jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 33 (F), the production flow consisting of "normal fluctuation" → "reach" → "final reach" is executed. To.

Special Figure 2 In the special figure fluctuation production where the fluctuation pattern is "Settlement / Resurrection jackpot fluctuation" and "Settlement / Resurrection / Failure loss fluctuation", as shown in Fig. 33 (G), "Normal fluctuation" → "Reach" → " The production flow consisting of "Settlement reach" → "Resurrection production B" is executed. Although the details will be described later, "Resurrection fanning production B" may be performed in the "Settlement reach" of "Settlement / Resurrection jackpot fluctuation" and "Settlement / Resurrection / Failure loss fluctuation".

Special Figure 2 In the special figure fluctuation effect in which the variation patterns are "result jackpot variation" and "result loss variation", as shown in FIG. 33 (H), an effect flow composed of only "result effect" is executed.

In the special figure variation effect in which the variation pattern of the special figure 2 is "normal A loss variation" and "normal B loss variation", an effect flow composed of only "normal variation" is executed (not shown).

Next, the main effects performed in the special figure variation effect will be specifically described. In the special symbol variation effect described below, the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the variation display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are also performed, but the illustration of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is omitted. To do. Further, in the special figure variation effect described below, the hold icon HA is also displayed in parallel, but the hold icon HA is not shown.

First, the "big hit confirmation effect" will be explained concretely. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the “big hit confirmation effect” when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is “immediate jackpot variation”. The "big hit confirmation effect" may be performed other than the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode" or the "RUSH mode". In the "big hit confirmation effect", the execution of "big hit game 3" is suggested.

FIGS. 34 (A) to 34 (C) are views showing how the “big hit confirmation effect” is performed. When "normal variation" is started in the special figure variation effect, as shown in FIG. 34 (A), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a. After that, when a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) has elapsed from the start of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the "big hit confirmation effect" is performed.

In the "big hit confirmation effect", as shown in FIG. 34 (B), when all of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner, the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k are displayed. Appears on part 50a. Specifically, the on-board movable body 55k descends from the normal standby state, and the under-board movable body 56k rises from the normal standby state. After that, the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state, and as shown in FIG. 34 (C), the effects symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 suggest a big hit (for example, "7. Stop and display at the doublet) of "7.7".

Next, "confrontation reach" and "revival production A" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute "confrontation reach" when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation loss fluctuation", and "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation". Therefore, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation" or "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", "resurrection production A" can be executed. "Confrontation reach" and "Resurrection production A" may be performed in the 1st to 99th special figure fluctuation productions in the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode", but are not performed in other cases. In "Confrontation Reach" and "Resurrection Production A", it is suggested that "Big Hit Game 3" may be executed.

35 (A) to 35 (E) are diagrams showing how the “confrontation reach” is performed. When the "normal variation" is started in the special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 35 (A). After that, as shown in FIG. 35 (B), when the "reach" is established, the "confrontation reach" is performed.

In the "confrontation reach", as shown in FIG. 35 (C), the main character image G10 and the enemy character image G11 are displayed on the display unit 50a, and a scene in which the main character and the enemy character battle is displayed. After that, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 35 (D), the scene in which the main character wins the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the effect symbol EZ1 , EZ2, EZ3 stop and display in a mode suggesting a big hit (for example, doublet of "5.5.5"). On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation loss fluctuation", and "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", the main character is an enemy as shown in FIG. 35 (E). The scene defeated by the character (the scene where the main character collapses) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting a loss (for example, the reach loss of "5, 6, 5"). .. After that, if the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation loss fluctuation", the special figure fluctuation production ends as it is, but the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation". If it is, "Resurrection production A" is performed.

36 (A) to 36 (E) are views showing how the "revival effect A" is performed. In the "confrontation reach", the scene where the main character is defeated by the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a, and when the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a loss (see FIG. 35 (E)), " Before the "Resurrection Production A" is performed, the "Resurrection Fan Production A" is performed. It should be noted that the "revival fanning effect A" may also be performed in the special figure variation effect of the "confrontation loss variation", and the details will be described later.

In the "revival fanning effect A", as shown in FIG. 36 (A), semi-transparent button images G12a and G12b imitating the normal button 40 appear from the left and right sides of the display unit 50a, respectively, and the two button images G12a and G12b appear. A fade-in display is made in which is moved toward the center. After that, as shown in FIG. 36 (B), when the two button images G12a and G12b overlap at the center of the display unit 50a, the "revival effect A" is performed.

In the "revival effect A", the button operation valid period of the normal button 40 occurs, and as shown in FIG. 36C, the non-translucent button image G12c is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the lower part of the button image G12c is displayed. The operation promotion image G13 that prompts the continuous operation of the normal button 40 is displayed. After that, when the normal button 40 is repeatedly hit during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period elapses without the normal button 40 being repeatedly hit during the button operation valid period, the special figure 2 changes. When the pattern is "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 36 (D), the scene where the main character stands up is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the directing symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 suggest jackpots. It changes to the mode (for example, doublet of "5.5.5") and stops and displays. On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 36 (E), a scene in which the main character cannot stand up is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the production symbols EZ1 and EZ2 and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in the mode suggesting a loss (for example, the reach loss of "5, 6, 5").

Next, the "branch effect" and the "revival effect C" will be specifically described. In the effect control microcomputer 121, the fluctuation patterns of the special figure 2 are "branch jackpot fluctuation", "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "branch / success loss fluctuation", "branch / resurrection / success loss fluctuation", and "branch / resurrection / recovery / In the case of "failure loss fluctuation", "branch effect" can be executed, and the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "branch / resurrection / success loss fluctuation", and "branch / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation". In the case of, "Resurrection effect C" can be executed. The "branch effect" and "revival effect C" may be performed in the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode", but are not performed in other cases. In the "branch effect" and "revival effect C", it is suggested that the "super RUSH mode" is continued, the "super RUSH mode" is terminated, or the "big hit game 3" is executed.

37 (A) to 37 (D) are views showing how the "branch effect" is performed. The "branch effect" is performed in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. In the "branch effect", as shown in FIG. 37 (A), the main character image G10 and the door image G14 are displayed on the display unit 50a, and a scene in which the main character challenges a mission to open the door is displayed. After that, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "branch jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 37 (B), a scene in which the main character opens the door and succeeds in the mission is displayed on the display unit 50a. , The "big hit notification effect" in which the big hit suggestion image G15 (here, the character image of "big hit") suggesting that the big hit game is performed is performed. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit (for example, getting doublet in "5.5.5"). Further, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "branch / success loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 37 (C), the scene in which the main character opens the door and succeeds in the mission is displayed on the display unit 50a. It is displayed, and a continuation suggestion image G16 (here, a character image of "continuation") suggesting that the "super RUSH mode" continues is displayed. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting a loss (for example, a disparity in "1, 2, 3"). On the other hand, when the fluctuation patterns in Special Figure 2 are "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "branch / resurrection / success loss fluctuation", and "branch / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 37 (D). In addition, a scene in which the main character cannot open the door and the mission fails is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the "revival effect C" is performed. The scene where the mission fails is a production that suggests the end of the "super RUSH mode".

38 (A) to 38 (D) are views showing how the "revival effect C" is performed. In the "revival effect C", the button operation valid period of the normal button 40 occurs, and as shown in FIG. 38 (A), the button image G12c and the operation promotion image G13 are displayed on the display unit 50a, and the main character is displayed. Is displayed to re-challenge the mission to open the door. After that, in response to the repeated hitting operation of the normal button 40 during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period elapses without the normal button 40 being repeatedly hit during the button operation valid period, the special figure 2 changes. When the pattern is "branch / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 38 (B), the jackpot suggestion image G15 is displayed on the display unit 50a together with the scene where the main character opens the door and succeeds in the mission. "Big hit announcement production" is performed. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit (for example, getting doublet in "5.5.5"). On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "branch / revival / success loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 38 (C), it is suggested to continue with the scene where the main character opens the door and succeeds in the mission. The image G16 is displayed on the display unit 50a. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting a loss (for example, a disparity in "1, 2, 3"). In addition, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "branch / revival / failure loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 38 (D), the display unit shows a scene in which the main character cannot open the door and fails in the mission. The super RUSH end suggestion image G17 (here, the character image of "end") displayed on 50a and suggesting that the "super RUSH mode" ends is displayed. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting a loss (for example, a disparity in "1, 2, 3").

Next, "Settlement Reach" and "Resurrection Production B" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute "settlement reach" when the variation pattern of the special figure 2 is "settlement jackpot fluctuation", "settlement / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", and "settlement / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation". Fig. 2 When the fluctuation pattern is "Settlement / Resurrection jackpot fluctuation" and "Settlement / Resurrection / Failure loss fluctuation", "Resurrection effect B" can be executed. "Settlement reach" and "Resurrection production B" may be performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation productions in the "super RUSH mode", but are not performed in other cases. In "Settlement Reach" and "Resurrection Production B", it is suggested that "Big Hit Game 3" is executed or "Super RUSH Mode" is terminated.

39 (A) to 39 (E) are diagrams showing how the “settlement reach” is performed. When the "normal fluctuation" is started, as shown in FIG. 39 (A), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a. After that, as shown in FIG. 39 (B), when the "reach" is established, the "final reach" is performed.

In the "settlement reach", as shown in FIG. 39C, the main character image G10 and the strong enemy character image G18 are displayed on the display unit 50a, and a scene in which the main character and the strong enemy character battle is displayed. After that, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "final jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 39 (D), the scene in which the main character wins the strong enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the effect symbol EZ1 , EZ2, EZ3 stop and display in a mode suggesting a big hit (for example, doublet of "5.5.5"). On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation patterns are "settlement / resurrection jackpot fluctuation" and "settlement / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation", the main character is defeated by a strong enemy character as shown in FIG. 39 (E). The scene is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting a loss (for example, the reach loss of "5, 6, 5"). After that, "Resurrection Production B" is performed via "Resurrection Fan Production B".

In the "revival fanning effect B", as in the "revival fanning effect A", semi-transparent button images G12a and G12b imitating the normal button 40 appear from the left and right sides of the display unit 50a, respectively, and the two button images G12a and G12b A fade-in display is performed in which the image moves toward the center (see FIG. 36 (A)). After that, when the two button images G12a and G12b overlap at the center of the display unit 50a (see FIG. 36B), the "revival effect B" is performed.

In the "revival effect B", the button operation valid period of the normal button 40 occurs, and as in the "revival effect A", the non-translucent button image G12c is displayed on the display unit 50a and at the bottom of the button image G12c. , The operation promotion image G13 that prompts the continuous pressing operation of the normal button 40 is displayed (see FIG. 36 (C)). After that, when the normal button 40 is repeatedly hit during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period elapses without the normal button 40 being repeatedly hit during the button operation valid period, the special figure 2 changes. When the pattern is "Settlement / Resurrection jackpot fluctuation", the scene in which the main character stands up is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the directing symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 suggest a jackpot (for example, "5.5.5". ”, And stop display (see FIG. 36 (D)). On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "settlement / revival / failure loss fluctuation", a scene in which the main character cannot stand up is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 suggest the loss. The mode (for example, the reach loss of "5, 6, 5") is stopped and displayed (see FIG. 36 (E)).

Next, the "result production" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the “result effect” when the special figure 2 variation pattern is “result jackpot variation” or “result loss variation”. The "result effect" may be performed in the 100th special figure variation effect in the "RUSH mode", but is not performed in other cases. The "result effect" suggests the end of the "RUSH mode" or the execution of the "big hit game 3".

40 (A) to 40 (C) are views showing how the "result effect" is performed. The "result effect" is performed in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. In the "result effect", as shown in FIG. 40 (A), the RUSH end suggestion image G19 (here, the character image of "RUSH end") suggesting that the "RUSH mode" ends is displayed on the display unit 50a. To. After that, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "result jackpot fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 40 (B), the RUSH end suggestion image G19 indicates that the jackpot game is performed, and the blessing image G20 ( Here, it changes to "Congratulations" text image). At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit (for example, getting doublet in "5.5.5"). On the other hand, when the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is "result loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 40 (C), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are lost without changing the RUSH end suggestion image G19. Is stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting (for example, the disparity of "1, 2, 3"), and the special figure variation effect ends.

Next, the "line notice" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "line notice" in the "super RUSH mode". The "serif notice" includes an effect mode A in which the serif characters are displayed in white and an effect mode B in which the serif characters are displayed in red. The effect control microcomputer 121 uses the dialogue advance notice selection table shown in FIG. 41 (A) to determine whether or not to execute the "line advance notice", and to give the "line notice" in either the effect mode A or the effect mode B. You can choose to execute it. In the second embodiment, it is easier to select the effect mode B than the effect mode A in the "confrontation / resurrection loss variation" rather than the "confrontation loss variation" in the special figure 2 variation pattern. The "line notice" of the production mode B is set so that the "revival effect A" is more likely to be performed than the "line notice". The selection ratio of the dialogue advance notice selection table shown in FIG. 41 (A) can be changed as appropriate.

The effect control microcomputer 121 executes the "line notice" selected by using the line notice selection table. Specifically, during "normal fluctuation", serif characters are displayed in a predetermined display area of the display unit 50a. Since the "line notice" is a known effect, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Next, the "revival fanning production A" will be described in detail. The "revival fanning effect A" may also be performed in the special figure variation effect of the "confrontation loss variation" in which the "revival effect A" is not performed thereafter. The effect control microcomputer 121 can select whether or not to execute the "revival fanning effect A" in the special figure variation effect of the "confrontation loss fluctuation" by using the resurrection fanning effect A selection table shown in FIG. 41 (B). Is. At the time of selection, the production mode of the "line notice" selected using the line notice selection table shown in FIG. 41 (A) is referred to. In the second embodiment, it is easier to select the execution of the "revival fanning effect A" in the effect mode B than in the effect mode A in the effect mode of the "line notice". Specifically, when the production mode of the "line notice" is the production mode A, the execution of the "revival fanning effect A" is selected at a ratio of 20% and the non-execution is selected at a ratio of 80%, and the production of the "line notice" is performed. When the mode is the effect mode B, the execution of the "revival fanning effect A" is selected at a ratio of 60% and the non-execution is selected at a ratio of 40%, and when the "line notice" is not executed, the "revival fanning effect A" is selected. Is selected at a rate of 10% for execution and 90% for non-execution. The selection ratio can be changed as appropriate.

The effect control microcomputer 121 executes the "revival fanning effect A" at the execution ratio shown in the resurrection fanning effect A selection table. This "revival fanning effect A" is partially different from the "revival fanning effect A" (see FIGS. 36 (A) to 36 (B)) when the "revival fanning effect A" is subsequently performed.

42 (A) to 42 (B) are diagrams showing how the “revival fanning effect A” is performed in the special figure variation effect of the “confrontation loss variation”. In the "confrontation reach", the scene in which the main character is defeated by the enemy character is displayed on the display unit 50a, and after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting loss (so-called reach loss eyes) (FIG. 35 (Fig. 35). E)), as shown in FIG. 42 (A), semi-transparent button images G12a and G12b imitating the normal button 40 appear from the left and right of the display unit 50a, respectively, and the two button images G12a and G12b are in the center. A fade-in display that moves toward is performed. After that, as shown in FIG. 42B, a fade-out display is performed in which the two button images G12a and G12b move from the center to the left and right without overlapping at the center of the display unit 50a. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in the mode suggesting the loss (for example, the reach loss eyes of "5, 6, 5").

Next, the relationship between "confrontation reach" and "super RUSH mode" and the relationship between "final reach" and "super RUSH mode" will be described. The "confrontation reach" may be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", but even if the main character is defeated by the enemy character in the "confrontation reach" (directed design EZ1, Even if EZ2 and EZ3 stop and display in a manner suggesting loss), the "super RUSH mode" does not end. On the other hand, "Settlement Reach" may be performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation effects in "Super RUSH Mode", but when the main character is defeated by a strong enemy character in "Settlement Reach" (Direction Designs EZ1, EZ2, If EZ3 stops and displays in a mode that suggests a loss), and if the main character does not stand up in the subsequent "Resurrection production B" (if the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 do not change to a mode that suggests a big hit), "Super "RUSH mode" ends. That is, the ease of ending the time saving state differs depending on whether the loss occurs after the "confrontation reach" or the "final reach". In the second embodiment, the time saving state is more likely to be completed when the loss occurs after the "confrontation reach" than when the loss occurs after the "confrontation reach". Therefore, it can be said that "confrontation reach" has a relatively low sense of anxiety about the end of the time-saving state, and "final reach" has a relatively high sense of anxiety about the end of the time-saving state.

Next, the relationship between the "revival effect A" and the "super RUSH mode" and the relationship between the "revival effect B" and the "super RUSH mode" will be described. "Resurrection production A" may be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation productions in the "super RUSH mode", but even if the main character cannot stand up in "Resurrection production A" (directed symbols EZ1, EZ2). , Even if EZ3 is stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting loss), the "super RUSH mode" does not end. On the other hand, "Resurrection production B" may be performed in the 101st or later special figure variation production in "Super RUSH mode", but if the main character cannot stand up in "Resurrection production B" (Production symbols EZ1, EZ2, When EZ3 stops and displays in a mode suggesting loss), the "super RUSH mode" ends. That is, the ease of ending the time saving state differs depending on whether the loss occurs after the "revival effect A" or the loss after the "revival effect B". In the second embodiment, the time saving state is more likely to be completed when the loss occurs after the "revival effect B" than when the loss occurs after the "revival effect A". Therefore, it can be said that "Resurrection effect A" has a relatively low sense of anxiety about the end of the time saving state, and "Resurrection effect B" has a relatively high sense of anxiety about the end of the time saving state.

Next, the relationship between "Resurrection fanning effect A" and "Resurrection production A" and the relationship between "Resurrection fanning effect B" and "Resurrection production B" will be described. "Resurrection fanning production A" may be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation productions in the "super RUSH mode", but "Resurrection fanning production A" is performed after "Resurrection fanning production A". Sometimes it doesn't happen. On the other hand, "Resurrection fanning production B" may be performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation productions in "Super RUSH mode", but "Resurrection fanning production B" is always followed by "Resurrection fanning production B". Will be. That is, the probability that the "revival effect A" or the "revival effect B" is executed differs depending on whether the "revival effect A" is performed or the "revival effect B" is performed. In the second embodiment, the execution probability is higher after the "revival fanning effect B" than after the "revival fanning effect A". Therefore, it can be said that "Resurrection fanning production A" has a relatively low expectation for "Resurrection production A", and "Resurrection fanning production B" has a relatively high expectation for "Resurrection production B".

Next, the relationship between the "line notice" and the "revival fanning production A" will be described. The "line notice" may be performed when the main character is defeated by the enemy character in the subsequent "confrontation reach" (when the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting loss). However, when the "line notice" of the production mode A is performed, the "revival fanning effect A" is rarely performed, and when the "line notice" of the production mode B is performed, the "revival fanning effect A" is performed. "Direction A" is often performed. That is, the probability that the "revival fanning effect A" is executed differs depending on whether the "line notice" of the effect mode A is performed or the "line notice" of the effect mode B is performed. In the second embodiment, the execution probability is higher after the "line notice" of the effect mode B than after the "line notice" of the effect mode A. Therefore, it can be said that the "line notice" of the production mode A has a relatively low expectation for the "revival fanning effect A", and the "line notice" of the production mode B has a relatively low expectation for the "revival fanning effect A". It can be said that it is expensive.

Next, the relationship between the "big hit notification effect", the "branch effect", and the "revival effect C" will be described. The "big hit notification effect" may be performed in the "branch effect" or the "revival effect C", but it is difficult to perform in the "branch effect" and is likely to be performed in the "revival effect C". That is, the probability that the "big hit notification effect" is performed differs between the "branch effect" and the "revival effect C". In the second embodiment, the execution probability of the "revival effect C" is higher than that of the "branch effect". Therefore, it can be said that the "branch effect" has a relatively low expectation for the "big hit announcement effect", and the "revival effect C" has a relatively high expectation for the "big hit announcement effect".

Next, the relationship between "confrontation reach" and "revival production A" and the relationship between "final reach" and "revival production B" will be described. "Confrontation reach" may be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation effects in "Super RUSH mode", but when the main character is defeated by an enemy character in "Confrontation reach" (directed symbols EZ1, EZ2, When EZ3 stops and displays in a manner suggesting loss), there are times when "Resurrection effect A" is performed and times when it is not performed. On the other hand, "Settlement Reach" may be performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation effects in "Super RUSH Mode", but even if the main character is defeated by a strong enemy character in "Settlement Reach" (Direction Design EZ1, Even if EZ2 and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a loss), "Resurrection effect B" is always performed after that. That is, the probability that "Resurrection effect A" or "Resurrection effect B" is executed differs depending on whether the "confrontation reach" suggests a loss or the "final reach" suggests a loss. In the second embodiment, the execution probability is higher when the loss is suggested by the "confrontation reach" than when the loss is suggested by the "confrontation reach". Therefore, it can be said that "confrontation reach" has a relatively low expectation for "revival production A", and "final reach" has a relatively high expectation for "revival production B".

Next, the relationship between "confrontation reach" and "final reach" will be described. The "confrontation reach" may be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", but even if the result of the fall judgment is "fall winning", it is "fall non-winning". However, there may be a "confrontation reach". On the other hand, the "settlement reach" is performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", but if the result of the fall judgment is "fall non-winning", the "settlement reach" is performed. There is no such thing, and the "decision reach" is performed only when the result of the fall judgment is "fall winning". That is, when it is determined that the fall is "winning" in the fall judgment related to the 1st to 100th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", and the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode". The probability that the reach effect will be executed differs depending on whether or not the fall determination is determined to be "fall winning". In the second embodiment, the 101st and subsequent times in the "super RUSH mode" are more than the case where the fall judgment related to the first to 100th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode" is determined to be "fall winning". The execution probability is higher when it is determined that the player has won the fall in the fall judgment related to the special figure fluctuation effect. Therefore, it can be said that "confrontation reach" has a relatively low sense of anxiety about switching to the normal probability state, and "final reach" has a relatively high sense of anxiety about switching to the normal probability state.

<Effect of the second embodiment>
Hereinafter, the effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the second embodiment will be described.

(6) Even if a loss is suggested in "Confrontation Reach" and "Settlement Reach", "Resurrection Production A" and "Resurrection Production B", which are productions that suggest whether or not a jackpot game will be performed, will be performed after that. Since it may be performed, it is possible to draw attention to the special figure fluctuation production until the end, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(7) If "Resurrection Production A" and "Resurrection Production B" are performed after a loss is suggested in "Confrontation Reach" and "Settlement Reach", "Resurrection Production A" and "Resurrection Production B" are performed. Since "Resurrection Fan Production A" and "Resurrection Fan Production B" are performed, which suggest that there is a possibility, "Resurrection Fan Production A" and "Resurrection Fan Production B" will be used to "Resurrection Production A" and "Resurrection Fan Production B". It can be suggested that "Resurrection Production B" will be performed, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(8) Even if "Resurrection Production A" is not performed after a loss is suggested in "Confrontation Reach", it is a production that suggests that "Resurrection Production A" may be performed. Since "A" may be performed, it is possible to expect that "Resurrection production A" will be performed by "Resurrection fanning production A", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(9) In the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, the number of times the special figure is variablely displayed is the case where the "revival fanning effect A" is performed during the period from the first to the 100th time, and the number of times the special figure is variablely displayed. Is the case where "Resurrection Fan Production B" is performed in the period after the 101st time, and after that, "Resurrection Production A" or "Resurrection Production B" which is a production suggesting whether or not a jackpot game is performed Since the probability of being performed is different, it is possible to change the expectation that "Resurrection effect A" or "Resurrection effect B" will be performed depending on the number of variable display of the special figure, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game. Is.

(10) In the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, if a loss is suggested in the reach production "final reach", the "super RUSH mode" may end, so the jackpot game is played by the "final reach". It is possible to give a feeling of anticipation for the game and anxiety about the end of the time saving state, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(11) In the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, there are cases where a loss is suggested by the reach production "confrontation reach" and a case where a loss is suggested by the reach production "final reach". Since the probability that the "super RUSH mode" will continue is different, the expectation for the continuation of the time-saving state can be changed depending on the type of reach effect, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(12) In a situation where the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, is more likely to end when the loss is suggested by the "final reach" than when the loss is suggested by the "confrontation reach", " "Resurrection production B" is a production that suggests whether or not it is a big hit after "Resurrection production B" rather than the probability that "Resurrection production A" is performed after "Resurrection production A". Since there is a higher probability that the game will be performed, the “Resurrection Production B” after the “Resurrection Fan Production B” can provide many opportunities to avoid the end of the time saving state, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(13) In the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, when a loss is suggested in the "revival effect A" performed during the period from the first to the 100th variable display of the special figure, and when the special figure is displayed. Since the probability that the "super RUSH mode" will continue differs depending on the number of variable displays, depending on the number of variable displays of the special figure, the probability that the "super RUSH mode" will continue differs from the case where a loss is suggested in "Resurrection production B" performed in the period after the 101st time. It is possible to change the expectation for the continuation of the time saving state, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(14) In the "super RUSH mode" which is a time saving state, if a loss is suggested in the "revival production B" which is a production suggesting whether or not it is a big hit, the "super RUSH mode" may end. The "revival production B" can give a feeling of expectation for the jackpot game and anxiety about the end of the time saving state, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(15) The continuation suggestion image G16 suggesting the continuation of the "super RUSH mode" is displayed in the special figure variation effect performed when the number of variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" which is the time saving state is the 100th time. When the super RUSH end suggestion image G17 suggesting the end of the "super RUSH mode" is displayed, and when the jackpot suggestion image G15 suggesting the execution of the "big hit game 3" is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to draw attention to the 100th special figure variation production in the "super RUSH mode", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(16) In the special figure variation effect performed when the number of variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" which is the time saving state is the 100th time, the end of the "super RUSH mode" is suggested by the "branch effect". Later, in the "revival effect C", when the continuation suggestion image G16 suggesting the continuation of the "super RUSH mode" is displayed, and when the jackpot suggestion image G15 suggesting the execution of the "big hit game 3" is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to expect both the continuation of the time saving state and the jackpot game to be performed by the "revival effect C", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(17) In the special figure variation effect performed when the number of variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" which is the time saving state is the 100th time, the end of the "super RUSH mode" is suggested by the "branch effect". Later, when the jackpot suggestion image G15 suggesting the execution of the "big hit game 3" is displayed in the "revival production C", and the jackpot suggestion image without suggesting the end of the "super RUSH mode" in the "branch production". Since there are times when G15 is displayed, it is possible to expect that a jackpot game will be performed in both the "branch effect" and the "revival effect C", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game. ..

(18) In the special figure variation effect performed when the number of variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" which is the time saving state is the 100th time, the "big hit game 3" is performed by "revival effect C" rather than "branch effect". Since the jackpot suggestion image G15 suggesting the execution of "" is likely to be displayed, even if the jackpot suggestion image G15 is not displayed in the "branch effect", it is possible not to lower the expectation that the jackpot game will be performed. It is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(19) In the "super RUSH mode", which is a high-probability state, when the number of variable displays of the special figure is determined to be "fall winning" in the fall judgment performed during the period from the first to the 100th. When the number of variable displays of the special figure is determined to be "fall winning" in the fall judgment performed in the period after the 101st time, the reach effects "confrontation reach" and "final reach" are executed. Since the probability is different, the anxiety about switching to the normal probability state when the reach effect is performed can be changed by the number of variable displays of the special figure, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game. ..

<Third Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the third embodiment will be described. Unless otherwise specified, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-mentioned basic embodiment, first embodiment and second embodiment is also applied to the third embodiment.

First, the hold icon HA that can be displayed by the effect control microcomputer 121 will be described. In the hold effect when the effect control microcomputer 121 is set to "super RUSH mode", "RUSH mode", and "revenge mode", the hold icon HA suggesting the number of hold items in Special Figure 2 is set to the hold icon display area. It can be displayed in 50d, and in the hold effect when the "normal effect mode" is set, the hold icon HA suggesting the number of holds in Special Figure 1 can be displayed in the hold icon display area 50d (FIG. 20 (FIG. 20). See A)). As shown in FIG. 43 (D), the hold icon HA includes sun icons A to C (corresponding to the first hold symbol), umbrella icons A to B (corresponding to the second hold symbol), and cloud icons. There are 6 types of hold icon HA.

The sun icons A to C are hold icons HA suggesting the number of special figures 2 held displayed in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode", and the sun icon A is usually displayed. The sun icon A is displayed in yellow, the sun icon B is displayed in red, and the sun icon C is displayed in rainbow colors. Further, the umbrella icons A to B are hold icons HA displayed in the "revenge mode", and the umbrella icon A is usually displayed. The umbrella icon A is displayed in blue, and the umbrella icon B is displayed in rainbow colors. Further, the cloud icon is a hold icon HA that suggests the number of special figures 1 hold displayed in the "normal effect mode", and is displayed in white.

The effect RAM 124 is provided with a start prize command storage unit (not shown) for storing the start prize command determined by the game control microcomputer 101, and the effect control microcomputer 121 is stored in the start prize command storage unit. The hold icon HA can be displayed based on the start winning command. The start winning command stored in the start winning command storage unit is deleted by variable display of the special figure based on the special figure 2 hold on which the start winning command is determined.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 43 to 48, the effect that the effect control microcomputer 121 can execute according to the start winning command determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the following effects in the "super RUSH mode", "RUSH mode", and "revenge mode".

O. RUSH hold change effect In the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode", the sun icon B and the sun icon C are displayed as the hold icon HA suggesting the number of holds in the special figure 2. This is a look-ahead effect. Since the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is easier to be performed when the result is "big hit" than when the result is "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is likely to be performed. In addition, the results of the special figure fluctuation pattern look-ahead judgment are "confrontation jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation", "confrontation loss fluctuation", "confrontation / resurrection loss fluctuation", "final jackpot fluctuation", and "confrontation / resurrection jackpot fluctuation". Since it may be performed in the case of "variation" or "decision / resurrection / failure loss fluctuation", it is a production that suggests that the reach productions "confrontation reach" and "decision reach" may be performed. Also works.

P. Revenge hold change effect In the "revenge mode", this is a look-ahead effect in which the umbrella icon B is displayed as the hold icon HA suggesting the number of holds in Special Figure 2. Since the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is easier to be performed when the result is "big hit" than when the result is "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is likely to be performed.

Q. Normal countdown effect This is an effect that may be performed in the 97th to 99th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", and the number of variable display of the special figure until the "branch effect" is performed is counted down. It is a production. After that, since the "branch effect" is performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the "branch effect" is performed.

R. Special countdown effect This is an effect that may be performed in the 97th to 99th special figure fluctuation effects in the "super RUSH mode", and is different from the "countdown effect" until the "branch effect" is performed. This is a look-ahead effect that counts down the number of variable displays in the figure. After that, since the "branch effect" is performed, it functions as an effect suggesting that the "branch effect" is performed. In addition, since it may be performed when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit", it also functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed. Further, since it is performed when the "big hit notification effect" is performed in the "branch effect" or the "revival effect C", it also functions as an effect suggesting that the "big hit notification effect" is performed.

Next, various effects executed in the "super RUSH mode", "RUSH mode", and "revenge mode" will be specifically described. First, the "RUSH pending change effect" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "RUSH hold change effect" when the "super RUSH mode" and the "RUSH mode" are set. In the "RUSH hold change production", the possibility of executing the "big hit game 3" is suggested.

When the “super RUSH mode” and the “RUSH mode” are set, the effect control microcomputer 121 has the hold icon selection table A shown in FIG. 43 (A) and the hold icon selection table B shown in FIG. 43 (B). Alternatively, using the hold icon selection table C shown in FIG. 43 (C), it is possible to determine the type of hold icon HA that suggests the number of holds in Special Figure 2.

The hold icon selection table A is used when the number of variable displays of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set is the first to 90th times, and the hold icon selection table B is set to ". When the number of variable display of special figures after "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set is 91 to 100, or when "super RUSH mode" is set, variable display of special figures is displayed. The number of times is 101st or later and the start winning command of "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", "command 016" is decided (it is judged as a big hit by the jackpot look-ahead judgment or "fall winning" by the fall look-ahead judgment In the case after it is determined to be), the hold icon selection table C is used to display the special figure from the 101st time since the "super RUSH mode" is set, and "command 001", Until the start winning command of "Command 006", "Command 007", and "Command 016" is decided (it is judged as a big hit by the jackpot look-ahead judgment, or it is judged as "fall winning" by the fall look-ahead judgment). Used in cases. In the third embodiment, the type of the hold icon HA for the special figure 2 hold in which the start winning command of "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", and "command 016" is determined is selected as the hold icon. The selection is made using the table C, but the selection may be made using the hold icon selection table B.

Since the hold icon selection table A is used for the first to 90th variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set, the game control microcomputer 101 uses the "command". Only seven types of start winning commands, "001" to "command 003", "command 011", "command 012", "command 021", and "command 022", are determined (see FIG. 31 (A)). Therefore, in the hold icon selection table A, the type of hold icon HA is selected based on these seven types of start winning commands. Specifically, when the start winning command is "command 001", "command 002", or "command 003", the sun icon A is 50%, the sun icon B is 30%, and the sun icon C is 20%. Selected by percentage. When the start winning command is "command 011" or "command 012", the sun icon A is selected at a ratio of 60% and the sun icon B is selected at a ratio of 40%, and the sun icon C is not selected. When the start winning command is "command 022" or "command 022", the sun icon A is selected at a ratio of 90%, the sun icon B is selected at a ratio of 10%, and the sun icon C is not selected. Therefore, the jackpot expectation increases in the order of sun icon A <sun icon B <sun icon C.

In the hold icon selection table B, only the sun icon A is selected regardless of the type of start winning command. Here, the reason why only the sun icon A is selected in the hold icon selection table B will be described. In the hold icon selection table B, when the number of variable displays of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set is 91 to 100 times, or when the "super RUSH mode" is set. The number of variable display of the special figure from is 101st or later, and the start winning command of "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", "command 016" is decided (when the jackpot look-ahead judgment is "big hit" It is used after the judgment or the fall look-ahead judgment is judged to be "fall winning"). For example, when the number of variable display of the special figure is 98th, the special figure 2 hold number is "4". In the case of, the two special figure 2 reservations are not digested by the 100th variable display of the special figure. That is, these two special figures 2 hold may be digested in the "revenge mode" (see FIGS. 32 (C) and 32 (D)). Further, for example, when the number of times of the variable display of the special figure is "4" when the number of times of the special figure 2 is determined to be "fall winning" in the fall determination after the 101st time, these four special figures 2 are held. Is digested in "revenge mode" (see FIG. 32 (A)). Details will be described later, but in the "revenge mode", a "revenge hold change effect" using the hold icon HA may be performed. In order to ensure that this "revenge hold change effect" is always performed under the same circumstances, the sun icon A will be displayed for all special figure 2 hold that may be digested in "revenge mode". It has become. In the third embodiment, the sun icon A is always selected by the hold icon selection table B, but if the sun icon A is easier to select than the hold icon selection table A or the hold icon selection table C, the sun is selected. The icons B and C may be selected.

Since the hold icon selection table C is used after the 101st variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set, the game control microcomputer 101 uses "command 001" and "command 006". , "Command 007", "Command 016", "Command 021", "Command 022", only six types of start winning commands are determined (see FIG. 31 (B)). Therefore, in the hold icon selection table C, the type of hold icon HA is selected based on these six types of start winning commands. Specifically, when the start winning command is "command 001", the sun icon A is selected at a ratio of 70%, the sun icon B is selected at 20%, and the sun icon C is selected at a ratio of 10%. If the start winning command is "command 006", "command 007", or "command 016", the sun icon A is selected at a ratio of 80%, the sun icon B is selected at 20%, and the sun icon C is selected. Not selected. When the start winning command is "command 022" or "command 022", the sun icon A is selected at a ratio of 90%, the sun icon B is selected at a ratio of 10%, and the sun icon C is not selected. Therefore, the jackpot expectation increases in the order of sun icon A <sun icon B <sun icon C. In the hold icon selection table C, the sun icon B and the sun icon C are more difficult to select than the hold icon selection table A.

Here, the reason why the sun icon B and the sun icon C are more difficult to be selected in the hold icon selection table C than in the hold icon selection table A will be described. The hold icon selection table A is used when the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set is the first to 90th, but the "super RUSH mode" or "super RUSH mode" is used. When the number of variable displays of the special figure after the "RUSH mode" is set is 1 to 90, "confrontation reach" is performed regardless of the result of the fall determination (see FIG. 30 (A)), even if the special figure falls. Even if the judgment is determined to be "fall winning" and the "confrontation reach" is lost, the "super RUSH mode" continues (see FIG. 32 (C)). On the other hand, the hold icon selection table C is used when the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set is 101st or later, but the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set. After the 101st variable display in the figure, the "decision reach" is performed only when the jackpot judgment determines that the jackpot is "big hit" and the fall judgment determines that the "falling win" is achieved (the final reach). (See FIG. 30 (C)). In other words, when the "decision reach" is performed, there are two choices: a jackpot and a jackpot production mode, or a loss and a shift to the "revenge mode" (FIG. 32 (A), FIG. 32 (B)). Therefore, after the 101st variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set, the sun icon B and the sun icon C are selected even if the jackpot look-ahead determination determines that the special figure is a "big hit". It is difficult to determine whether to shift to the jackpot production mode due to a big hit or to shift to the "revenge mode" due to a loss after the "final reach".

The selection ratio for selecting the type of the hold icon HA can be changed as appropriate.

The hold icon display area 50d on which the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. Then, the hold icon HA is displayed in each display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, 50d4. When the special figure 2 hold number is "1", the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the special figure 2 hold number is "2", the first display area 50d1 and the second display are displayed. The hold icon HA is displayed in the area 50d2, and when the number of holds in Special Figure 2 is "3", the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, the second display area 50d2, and the third display area 50d3. When the number of reserved figures 2 is "4", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, the second display area 50d2, the third display area 50d3, and the fourth display area 50d4. Further, the icon display area 50e (see FIG. 20A) is provided on the right side of the hold icon display area 50d, and is displayed in the first display area 50d1 in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. The hold icon HA is displayed as the icon TA in the icon display area 50e.

FIG. 44A is displayed when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 when the number of variable displays of the special figure after the “super RUSH mode” is set is the first to 90th. It is a figure which shows the kind of hold icon HA. When the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1. Since the type of the hold icon HA is selected by the hold icon selection table A, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table A, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "3", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the third display area 50d3. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table A, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "4", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the fourth display area 50d4. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table A, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. In this way, when the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set is the first to 90th, the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C are set as the hold icon HA. Both are displayed. That is, since the upper limit of the number of special figure 2 hold is "4", the maximum number of variable display of special figure 2 to the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the second to 94th is the sun as the hold icon HA. One of the icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C will be displayed.

In FIG. 44 (B), the game ball wins the second starting port 12 when the number of variable displays of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" is set is 91 to 100 times. It is a figure which shows the kind of hold icon HA which is displayed at the time of this. When the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1. The type of the hold icon HA is selected by the hold icon selection table B. As described above, since only the sun icon A is selected in the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "3", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the third display area 50d3. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "4", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the fourth display area 50d4. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. In this way, when the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set is the 91st to the 100th, only the sun icon A is displayed as the hold icon HA. That is, since the upper limit of the number of special figure 2 hold is "4", the maximum number of variable display of special figure 2 is from the 92nd to the 104th, and the hold icon HA is the sun. Only the icon A will be displayed.

In FIG. 44 (C), the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set is 101, and the "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", and "command 016" are shown. It is a figure which shows the kind of hold icon HA which is displayed when a game ball wins a prize in the 2nd start opening 12 until the start winning command is decided. When the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1. Since the type of the hold icon HA is selected by the hold icon selection table C, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2. Since the type of the hold icon HA is selected by the hold icon selection table C, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "3", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the third display area 50d3. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table C, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "4", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the fourth display area 50d4. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table C, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed. In this way, the number of variable displays of the special icon since the "super RUSH mode" is set is the start winning command of "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", and "command 016" from the 101st time. Until the decision is made, any of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C is displayed as the hold icon HA. That is, from the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 102nd variable display of the special figure at the maximum, it is judged that the big hit is "big hit" or the fall judgment is "fall winning". Up to the special figure 2 hold, any one of the sun icon A, the sun icon B, and the sun icon C will be displayed as the hold icon HA.

In FIG. 44 (D), the number of variable display of the special figure after the "super RUSH mode" is set is 101st or later, and "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", "command 016". It is a figure which shows the kind of hold icon HA which is displayed when a game ball wins a prize in the 2nd start opening 12 after the start winning command is decided. Here, it is assumed that the current number of reserved special figures 2 is "1" and the sun icon A is displayed in the first display area 50d1. When the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d3. The type of the hold icon HA is selected by the hold icon selection table B. As described above, since only the sun icon A is selected in the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "3", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the third display area 50d3. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. After that, when the game ball wins the second starting port 12 and the number of reserved special figures 2 becomes "4", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the fourth display area 50d4. Since the type of the hold icon HA is also selected by the hold icon selection table B, the sun icon A is displayed. In this way, the number of variable displays of the special figure since the "super RUSH mode" is set is the 101st time or later, and the start winning commands of "command 001", "command 006", "command 007", and "command 016". After the determination is made, only the sun icon A is displayed as the hold icon HA. That is, since the upper limit of the number of reserved special figures 2 is "4", it is judged that the jackpot is "big hit" or the fall is judged to be "fall winning" at the maximum. After 2 hold, only the sun icon A will be displayed as the hold icon HA for the 4 special figure 2 hold.

Next, the "revenge hold change effect" will be specifically described. When the "revenge mode" is set, the effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "revenge hold change effect" by using the hold icon HA that suggests the number of holds in the special figure 2. In the "revenge hold change production", the execution of "big hit game 3" is suggested.

In the effect control microcomputer 121, when the "revenge mode" is set, the hold icon HA suggesting the number of holds in the special figure 2 is the same as when the "super RUSH mode" and the "RUSH mode" are set. It can be displayed in the hold icon display area 50d (see FIG. 20A).

Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 is displayed in the first display area 50d1 to the fourth display area 50d4 in response to the transition from the "super RUSH mode" or the "RUSH mode" to the "revenge mode". A can be changed to an umbrella icon A or an umbrella icon B. The effect control microcomputer 121 can select whether to change the sun icon A to the umbrella icon A or the umbrella icon B by using the umbrella icon selection table shown in FIG. 45 (A). At the time of selection, the start winning command stored in the start winning command storage unit is referred to. Specifically, when the start winning command for displaying the sun icon A is "command 017" (when the result of the jackpot look-ahead judgment is "missing"), the umbrella icon A is 100%. In the case of "command 008" (when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit"), the umbrella icon A is selected at a ratio of 30% and the umbrella icon B is selected at a ratio of 70%. In the third embodiment, there is a case where the transition to the "revenge mode" is made by the end of the 100th variable display of the special figure (corresponding to the first end condition) in the time saving state, and a "fall winning" in the fall determination. The probability that the sun icon A is changed to the umbrella icon B is the same as that in the case of shifting to the "revenge mode" due to the determination (corresponding to the second end condition), but different probabilities may be used. In addition, the selection ratio can be changed as appropriate.

FIGS. 46 (A) to 46 (B) are diagrams showing the hold icon HA when shifting to the “revenge mode”. The final variable display of the special figure in "super RUSH mode" or "RUSH mode" (variable display of the 100th special figure or the variable display of the special figure determined to be "fall winning" in the fall judgment) is completed. Then, it shifts to the "revenge mode" which is a non-time saving state. At this time, as shown in FIG. 46 (A), assuming that the sun icon A is displayed in the first display area 50d1 to the fourth display area 50d4, if it is selected to change to the umbrella icon A, , The sun icon A is changed to the umbrella icon A, while the sun icon A is changed to the umbrella icon B if it is selected to change to the umbrella icon B. FIG. 46B is a diagram showing a case where it is selected to change to the umbrella icon B only for the sun icon A displayed in the third display area 50d3.

Next, the "normal countdown effect" and the "special countdown effect" will be specifically described. The effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "normal countdown effect" or the "special countdown effect" in the 97th to 99th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode" regardless of the special figure 2 variation pattern. The effect control microcomputer 121 can select whether to execute the "normal countdown effect" or the "special countdown effect" by using the countdown selection table shown in FIG. 45 (B). At the time of selection, the result of the look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 100th variable display of the special figure is referred to. In the third embodiment, it is possible to select "special countdown effect" only when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 100th variable display of the special figure is "big hit". It has become. Specifically, when the start winning command is "command 004", the "normal countdown effect" is selected at a rate of 70%, and the "special countdown effect" is selected at a rate of 30%. When the start winning command is "command 005", the "normal countdown effect" is selected at a rate of 30%, and the "special countdown effect" is selected at a rate of 70%. When the start winning command is "command 013", "command 014", or "command 015", "normal countdown effect" is selected at a rate of 100%. In addition, at the start of the 97th special figure variation effect, if the special figure 2 hold, which corresponds to the 100th variable display of the special figure, has not occurred, the "normal countdown effect" is performed at a rate of 100%. select. The selection ratio of the countdown selection table shown in FIG. 45B can be changed as appropriate.

47 (A) to 47 (C) are views showing how a "normal countdown effect" is performed. When the "normal variation" is started in the 97th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 47 (A). At the same time, a count image G21a (numerical image of "3") suggesting the variable display number of the special figure up to the "branch effect" is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, when the "normal fluctuation" is started in the 98th special figure fluctuation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 change on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 47 (B). At the same time, the count image G21b (numerical image of "2") is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, when the "normal fluctuation" is started in the 99th special figure fluctuation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 change on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 47 (C). At the same time as displaying, the count image G21c (numerical image of "1") is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, a "branch effect" is performed according to the start of the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode" (see FIG. 37 (A)). In the "branch effect" or the "revival effect C" after the "branch effect", when the "big hit notification effect" in which the jackpot suggestion image G15 is displayed is performed (see FIGS. 37 (B) and 38 (B)). ), When the "big hit notification effect" is not performed (see FIGS. 37 (C), 38 (C), 38 (D)).

FIGS. 48 (A) to 48 (C) are views showing how the “countdown effect” of the effect mode B is performed. When the "normal fluctuation" is started in the 97th special figure fluctuation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 48 (A). At the same time, the count image G21a and the pseudo jackpot suggestion image G15g, which is a translucent image of the jackpot suggestion image G15, are displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, when the "normal fluctuation" is started in the 98th special figure fluctuation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 change on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 48 (B). At the same time as displaying, the count image G21b and the pseudo jackpot suggestion image G15g are displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, when the "normal fluctuation" is started in the 99th special figure fluctuation effect in the "super RUSH mode", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 change on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 48 (C). At the same time as displaying, the count image G21c and the pseudo jackpot suggestion image G15g are displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, a "branch effect" is performed according to the start of the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode" (see FIG. 37 (A)). In the "branch effect" or the "revival effect C" after the "branch effect", the "big hit notification effect" in which the jackpot suggestion image G15 is displayed is always performed (see FIGS. 37 (B) and 38 (B)). .. Therefore, the display of the pseudo jackpot suggestion image G15g functions as an effect suggesting that the "big hit notification effect" in which the jackpot suggestion image G15 is displayed is performed.

Next, the relationship between the "RUSH hold change effect" and the "revenge hold change effect" will be described. In the "RUSH hold change effect", the sun icon B or the sun icon C may be displayed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit" or "missing" (see FIG. 45). On the other hand, in the "revenge hold change effect", the umbrella icon B is displayed only when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination is "big hit". That is, the jackpot expectation differs between the "RUSH hold change effect" and the "revenge hold change effect". In the third embodiment, the “revenge hold change effect” has a higher expectation of big hit than the “RUSH hold change effect”. Therefore, it can be said that the "RUSH hold change effect" has a relatively low expectation that the jackpot game will be performed, and the "revenge hold change effect" has a relatively high expectation that the jackpot game will be performed.

Next, the "revenge hold change effect" in the "revenge mode" and the fall judgment in the "super RUSH mode", which were shifted by the end of the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode" The relationship with the "revenge hold change effect" in the "revenge mode" that has been shifted by being determined to be "fall winning" will be described. Regardless of whether it is the former "revenge mode" or the latter "revenge mode", the probability that the umbrella icon B is displayed in the "revenge hold change effect" is the same. Therefore, it can be said that the expectation for the "revenge hold change effect" is the same regardless of the situation when the mode is changed to the "revenge mode".

Next, the relationship between the "normal countdown effect", the "special countdown effect", and the "big hit notification effect" will be described. The "normal countdown effect" and "special countdown effect" may be performed before the start of the "branch effect", but when the "normal countdown effect" is performed, the "branch effect" or "revival effect C" is performed. There are times when the "big hit announcement effect" is performed and sometimes it is not performed, while when the "special countdown effect" is performed, the "big hit announcement effect" is performed in the "branch effect" or "revival effect C". Is always done. That is, the probability that the "big hit notification effect" will be executed differs depending on whether the "normal countdown effect" is performed or the "special countdown effect" is performed. In the third embodiment, the execution probability is higher after the "special countdown effect" than after the "normal countdown effect". Therefore, it can be said that the "normal countdown effect" has a relatively low expectation for the "big hit notification effect", and the "special countdown effect" has a relatively high expectation for the "big hit announcement effect".

Next, the "RUSH hold change effect" performed in the 1st to 100th special figure change effects in the "super RUSH mode" and the "RUSH hold" performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure change effects in the "super RUSH mode". The relationship between "change production" and. The "RUSH hold change effect" may be performed based on the result of the jackpot look-ahead judgment or the judgment of "fall winning" in the fall look-ahead judgment, but the first to 100th times in the "super RUSH mode". In the special figure variation effect of, the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed without performing the fall look-ahead determination, while in the 101st and subsequent special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode", the fall look-ahead determination is performed. If it is determined that the player has won the fall, the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed. That is, the probability that the "RUSH hold change effect" based on the result of the fall look-ahead determination will be performed in the 1st to 100th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode", and the 101st and subsequent special figures in the "super RUSH mode". The probability that "RUSH hold change effect" based on the result of the fall look-ahead determination is performed in the variation effect is different. In the third embodiment, the result of the fall look-ahead determination is obtained in the 101st and subsequent special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode" than in the first to 100th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode". The execution probability of the "RUSH hold change effect" based on this is high. Therefore, the "RUSH hold change effect" performed in the 1st to 100th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode" has a relatively low sense of anxiety that it is determined to be a "fall winning" in the fall determination. However, it can be said that there is a relatively high sense of anxiety that the "RUSH hold change effect" performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode" is judged to be a "fall winning" in the fall judgment. I can say.

<Effect of the third embodiment>
Hereinafter, the effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the third embodiment will be described.

(20) There is a possibility that a big hit game will be performed after shifting to the non-time saving state "revenge mode" for the special figure 2 hold that occurred in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode" which are the time saving state. Since "revenge hold change effect", which is a production that suggests that it is expensive, may be performed, even if you shift to "revenge mode", you can have a sense of expectation for "revenge hold change effect", which is a hobby of the game. It is possible to increase.

(21) If the special figure 2 hold that occurred in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode" that are in the time saving state is digested after shifting to the "revenge mode" that is in the non-time saving state, the special figure 2 hold On the other hand, since the "RUSH hold change effect" is not performed, the "revenge mode" can always be performed under the same situation, and the effect of the "revenge mode" can be prevented from being lowered.

(22) Since the sun icon B or the sun icon C is displayed in the "RUSH hold change effect" and the umbrella icon B is displayed in the "revenge hold change effect", the "RUSH hold change effect" and the "revenge hold change effect" are displayed. It is possible to make the production mode different, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(23) In the "RUSH hold change effect", the umbrella icon B displayed in the "revenge hold change effect" is not displayed, so that the "revenge hold change effect" can be positioned as a special effect and enhances the interest of the game. It is possible.

(24) Since the jackpot expectation is higher when the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed than when the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed, the "revenge hold change effect" is regarded as a valuable effect. It can be positioned and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(25) When the 100th variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode" which is the time saving state is completed and the non-time saving state is reached, and when the time saving state is "super RUSH mode", the fall Since the execution probability of the "revenge hold change effect" in the "revenge mode" is the same as when it is determined that the judgment is "falling win" and the non-time saving state is reached, the degree of expectation for the "revenge hold change effect" is high. It can be prevented from changing, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(26) When the end of the "super RUSH mode", which is a time-saving state, is approaching, a "normal countdown effect" or a "special countdown effect" is performed. The end timing of the "mode" can be made easy to understand, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(27) When the jackpot suggestion image G15 suggesting the execution of the "big hit game 3" is displayed in the 100th special figure variation effect in which the "super RUSH mode" which is the time saving state may end, the "special" is displayed. Since the "countdown effect" may be performed, it is possible to expect that the "big hit game 3" will be performed by the "special countdown effect", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(28) In the "super RUSH mode" which is a high probability state, the number of times of variable display of the special figure is switched to the normal probability state by the fall judgment performed in the period from the 1st to the 100th time, and the variable display of the special figure is displayed. Since the probability that the "RUSH hold change effect" based on the fall look-ahead judgment is performed differs depending on the number of times the fall judgment is performed in the period after the 101st time, the probability that the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed differs depending on the number of variable displays of the special figure. It is possible to change the anxiety about switching to the normal probability state when the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

(29) In the period after the 101st variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" which is a high probability state, when the jackpot look-ahead judgment determines that the special figure is a "big hit", the "decision reach" Since the execution of the "RUSH hold change effect" that suggests execution is restricted, the "RUSH hold change effect" shifts to the jackpot effect mode in which the jackpot game is executed, or to the "revenge mode" which is a normal probability state. It is possible to make it difficult to understand whether or not to play, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

<Examples of modification of the basic embodiment, the first embodiment, the second embodiment, and the third embodiment>
Hereinafter, modified examples of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the basic embodiment, the first embodiment, the second embodiment, and the third embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above-described embodiment and the following modified examples can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in the present specification.

In the first embodiment, when the number of times of variable display of the special figure in the "super RUSH mode" is from the first time to the 99th time, even if the fall judgment determines that the special figure is "fall winning", the time saving state continues. However, the time saving state may be terminated. In this case, when the number of variable display of the special figure is from the first to 99 times, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined using the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table C as shown in FIG. 30 (C), and the fall determination is made. When it is determined that the player has won the fall, it is preferable that the reach effect is performed.

Further, in the first embodiment, as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table used in the "super RUSH mode", the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table A for the first to 99th variable display of the special figure. The special figure 2 variation pattern determination table B for when the number of variable display of the special figure is 100th, and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table C for when the number of variable display of the special figure is 101st or later. , However, one type or four or more types may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, the high probability state is switched to the normal probability state when it is determined that the fall determination is "fall winning", but when it is determined that the jackpot determination is "big hit". You may switch to. In this case, it is preferable to shorten the time of the jackpot game. For example, the round game in the jackpot game is composed of two times, and the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds per round game. You may do so.

Further, in the second embodiment, the "confrontation reach" is set as the production content in which the main character and the enemy character battle, and the "final reach" is set as the production content in which the main character and the strong enemy character battle, and the production content is different. However, "confrontation reach" and "final reach" may have the same production content.

Further, in the second embodiment, "Resurrection production A" and "Resurrection production B" have the same production content using the normal button 40, but "Resurrection production A" and "Resurrection production B" have the same production content. The content of the production may be different. For example, in the "revival effect A", the effect content using the normal button 40 may be used, and in the "revival effect B", the effect content using the special button 41 may be used to make the effect content different.

Further, in the second embodiment, the "revival fanning effect A" and the "revival fanning effect B" have the same effect content of displaying the button images G12a and G12b in a fade-in manner, but the "revival fanning effect A" is used. The content of the production may be different from that of "Resurrection fanning production B". For example, in "Resurrection fanning effect A", the effect content is such that the button images G12a and G12b are faded in, and in "Resurrection fanning effect B", the effect content is such that only the button image G12a is faded in. You may let me.

Further, in the second embodiment, when the "revival fanning effect B" is performed, the "revival fanning effect B" is always performed, but even if the "revival fanning effect B" is performed, the "revival fanning effect B" is performed. It is possible that "Direction B" is not performed. In this case, it is preferable to set the probability that the "revival effect B" is performed after the "revival effect B" is higher than the probability that the "revival effect A" is performed after the "revival effect A".

Further, in the second embodiment, the time saving state is more likely to be ended when the loss occurs after the "final reach" than when the loss occurs after the "confrontation reach". It may be easier to end the time saving state when the loss occurs after the "confrontation reach" than when the loss occurs.

Further, in the second embodiment, the time saving state is more likely to be terminated when the loss occurs after the "revival effect B" than when the loss occurs after the "revival effect A". It may be easier to end the time saving state when the loss occurs after the "revival effect A" than when the loss occurs after the "B".

Further, in the second embodiment, the probability that "Resurrection effect B" is performed after "Resurrection effect B" is higher than the probability that "Resurrection effect A" is performed after "Resurrection effect A". However, the probability that "Resurrection production A" will be performed after "Resurrection production A" is higher than the probability that "Resurrection production B" will be performed after "Resurrection production B". You may.

Further, in the second embodiment, in "Resurrection effect A" or "Resurrection effect B", there are times when the execution of "big hit game 3" is suggested and times when it is not suggested, but "Resurrection effect A". "Or" Resurrection effect B "may always suggest the execution of" jackpot game 3 ". In this case, when "Resurrection effect A" or "Resurrection effect B" is performed, "Big hit game 3" is always performed. Therefore, by executing "Resurrection effect A" or "Resurrection effect B", "Big hit game 3" is performed. It is possible to suggest execution and enhance the interest of the game.

Further, in the second embodiment, the execution of the "revival fanning effect A" is selected based on the effect mode of the "line notice", but the execution of the "revival fanning effect A" is performed based on other conditions. May be selected. For example, the execution of "Resurrection fanning effect A" may be selected by referring only to the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, or the notice effect other than "Serif notice" is referred to and "Resurrection fanning effect A" Execution may be selected.

Further, in the second embodiment, the probability that "Resurrection Production B" is performed after the loss is suggested by "Final Reach" is higher than the probability that "Resurrection Production A" is performed after the loss is suggested by "Confrontation Reach". Although the execution probability is higher, after the loss is suggested by "Confrontation Reach" than the probability that "Resurrection Production B" is performed after the loss is suggested by "Settlement Reach", "Resurrection Production A" The probability of "" being performed may be higher than the probability of execution.

Further, in the second embodiment, the "decision reach" is performed only when it is determined that the fall determination is "fall winning", but it is determined that the fall determination is "fall non-winning". In that case, the "settlement reach" may be performed.

Further, in the second embodiment, "fall winning" is determined in the fall determination rather than the probability that "confrontation reach" is performed when the fall determination is determined to be "fall winning". The probability that "Settlement Reach" will be performed has a higher execution probability, but the probability that "Settlement Reach" will be performed when it is determined to be "Fall Winning" in the fall judgment is "Falling Reach". The probability of performing a "confrontation reach" when it is determined to be "fall winning" may be higher than the probability of execution.

Further, in the third embodiment, the "RUSH hold change effect" in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode" is a look-ahead effect using the hold icon HA, but it may be a look-ahead effect without using the hold icon HA. .. For example, a strong enemy character may be displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, although the "revenge hold change effect" in the "revenge mode" is a look-ahead effect using the hold icon HA, it may be a look-ahead effect that does not use the hold icon HA. For example, the main character may be displayed on the display unit 50a.

Further, in the third embodiment, the sun icon B and the sun icon C are displayed in the "RUSH hold change effect", and the umbrella icon B is displayed in the "revenge hold change effect". Although the production mode is different from that of the "revenge hold change production", the same production mode may be used. For example, the umbrella icon B may be displayed in both the "RUSH hold change effect" and the "revenge hold change effect".

Further, in the third embodiment, the jackpot expectation is higher when the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed than when the "RUSH hold change effect" is performed, but the "revenge hold change effect" is performed. The jackpot expectation may be higher when the "RUSH hold change production" is performed than when the "directing" is performed.

Further, in the third embodiment, the sun icons A to C are displayed in the "super RUSH mode" and the "RUSH mode", and the umbrella icons A to B are displayed in the "revenge mode", so that the "super RUSH mode" is displayed. , The hold icon HA is different between the "RUSH mode" and the "revenge mode", but the same hold icon HA may be displayed. For example, the sun icons A to C may be displayed in either the "super RUSH mode", the "RUSH mode", or the "revenge mode".

Further, in the third embodiment, the "revenge hold change effect" and the "super RUSH mode" in the "revenge mode" shifted by the end of the 100th special figure variation effect in the "super RUSH mode" and "RUSH mode". The probability that the umbrella icon B will be displayed is the same as that of the "revenge hold change effect" in the "revenge mode" that was transferred by the fall judgment in the above, but with a different probability. The umbrella icon B may be displayed.

Further, in the third embodiment, the production contents of the "normal countdown effect" and the "special countdown effect" are the effect contents for counting the number of special figure variation effects, but other effect contents may be used.

Further, in the third embodiment, the "special countdown effect" is executed only when the result of the jackpot look-ahead determination for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 100th variable display of the special figure is "big hit". However, even if the result of the jackpot look-ahead judgment for the special figure 2 hold corresponding to the 100th variable display of the special figure is "missing", the "special countdown effect" is used as a so-called ghost effect. It may be executed.

Further, in the third embodiment, the "RUSH hold" based on the result of the fall look-ahead determination is performed in the 101st and subsequent special figure fluctuation effects in the first to 100th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode". Although the execution probability of "change effect" is high, the result of the fall look-ahead judgment is higher in the first to 100th special figure change effects than in the 101st and subsequent special figure change effects in "super RUSH mode". The execution probability of the "RUSH hold change effect" based on the above may be increased.

Further, in the third embodiment, it is said that the 101st and subsequent special figure variation effects are "big hits" in the jackpot look-ahead determination than the first to 100th special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode". Although the execution probability of the "RUSH hold change effect" when it is determined is increased, in the first to 100th special figure variation effects than in the 101st and subsequent special figure variation effects in the "super RUSH mode". The probability of executing the "RUSH hold change effect" when it is determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot look-ahead determination may be higher.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variablely displayed substantially in synchronization with the special symbol variable display, but the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are not composed of three symbols. It may be composed of symbols other than three, such as two. For example, two symbols divided into special figure 1 and special figure 2 may be provided. Further, one symbol common to the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 may be provided. Then, in these cases, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 may display the image, and the sub-control board 120 may control the display. Further, an LED device for displaying a symbol may be provided in an area other than the game area 6 of the game board 1. In this case, the control of the LED device may be performed by the main control board 100 or the sub control board 120.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the special figure 2 determination process is preferentially performed, but the special figure 1 determination process may be preferentially performed. Further, the special figure determination process may be performed on the special figure 1 related random number and the special figure 2 related random number in the order stored in the hold storage unit.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are not performed in parallel, but the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are performed in parallel. It may be configured as follows.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the main control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the game, and the sub control board 120 performs basic control related to the progress of the effect according to the progress of the game (control of the game). Although the game control and the effect control are performed on different boards, it may be configured to be performed on one board. In this case, the image control board 140 may be included in the one board, or may be provided separately from the one board.

It is also possible to apply the gaming machine of the present invention to other ball gaming machines such as an arrange ball machine and a sparrow ball game machine.

<Inventions disclosed in the first embodiment, the second embodiment, and the third embodiment>
The following inventions A to L are disclosed up to the preceding paragraph in this [mode for carrying out the invention]. In the description of Inventions A to L, the names and expressions of the corresponding configurations in the embodiment of the invention described above and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, elements such as means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A3, invention B is a general term for the following inventions B1 to B2, invention C is a general term for the following inventions C1 to C2, and invention D is a general term for the following inventions C1 to C2. , The following inventions D1 to D4, the invention E is a general term for the following inventions E1 to E4, the invention F is a general term for the following inventions F1 to F3, and the invention G is the following invention G1. ~ G4, invention H is a general term for the following inventions H1 to H3, invention I is a general term for the following inventions I1 to I2, and invention J is a general term for the following inventions J1 to J2. The invention K is a general term for the following inventions K1 to K3, and the invention L is a general term for the following inventions L1 to L3.

The gaming machine according to the invention A1
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The period of the specific gaming state includes a first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) and a second period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 101 times or more).
The effect executing means is
When in the specific game state, a special effect (confrontation reach, final reach) suggesting that the specific special game may be performed may be executed based on the result of the determination. ,
It is possible to suggest that the specific special game will be performed after it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the special effect (a scene in which the main character is defeated by an enemy character or a strong enemy character). Specific effects (revival effect A, resurrection effect B) may be performed,
It is possible to execute the fanning effect (revival fanning effect A, resurrection fanning effect B) that suggests that the specific effect may be executed.
The specific effect may or may not be executed after the fanning effect is executed.
The probability that the specific effect is executed differs between after the fanning effect is executed in the first period and after the fanning effect is executed in the second period.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention A2
A gaming machine according to invention A1.
The specific effect is more likely to be executed after the fanning effect is executed in the second period than after the fanning effect is executed in the first period.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention A3
A gaming machine according to invention A2.
The game control means
If it is suggested that the specific game may not be performed in the special effect, the specific game state may be terminated.
The specific game may not be performed in the special effect in the second period than in the case where it is suggested that the specific game may not be performed in the special effect in the first period. It is easier to end the specific gaming state when it is suggested that there is sex.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention B1
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The period of the specific gaming state includes a first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) and a second period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 101 times or more).
The effect executing means is
When in the specific game state, a special effect (confrontation reach, final reach) suggesting that the specific special game may be performed may be executed based on the result of the determination. ,
After it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the special effect (a scene in which the main character is defeated by an enemy character or a strong enemy character), whether or not the specific special game is performed is determined. Makes the suggested specific effects (revival effect A, resurrection effect B) feasible,
The game control means
When it is suggested that the specific game is not performed in the specific effect, the specific game state may be continued or terminated.
When it is suggested that the specific special game is not performed in the specific effect in the first period, and when it is suggested that the specific game is not performed in the specific effect in the second period. And, the probability that the specific gaming state will continue is different from each other.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention B2
A gaming machine according to invention B1.
After it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the special effect in the first period, and after it is suggested that the specific game may not be performed in the special effect in the second period. After it is suggested that there is, the probability that the specific effect is executed is different from each other.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention C1
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The effect executing means is
When in the specific game state, a special effect (confrontation reach, final reach) suggesting that the specific special game may be performed may be executed based on the result of the determination. ,
After it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the special effect (a scene in which the main character is defeated by an enemy character or a strong enemy character), whether or not the specific special game is performed is determined. Makes the suggested specific effects (revival effect A, resurrection effect B) feasible,
The game control means
When it is suggested that the specific game is not performed in the specific effect, the specific game state may be continued or terminated.
The special effects include a first special effect (confrontation reach) and a second special effect (final reach).
The case where it is suggested that the specific special game is not performed in the specific effect after the first special effect, and the case where the specific game is not performed in the specific effect after the second special effect. The probability that the specific gaming state will continue differs from that of the suggested case.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention C2
A gaming machine according to invention C1.
It is suggested that after it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the first special effect, and after it is suggested that the specific special game may not be performed in the second special effect. After that, the probability that the specific effect will be executed is different from each other.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention D1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
A storage means (holding storage unit 105) capable of storing the right to receive the first determination, and
A second determination means that makes a second determination (look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the special game is performed before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means.
A game control means (a game control means capable of setting a first gaming state (time saving state) that is advantageous to the player and then a second gaming state (non-time saving state) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the first gaming state. Game control microcomputer 101) and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
Based on the result of the second determination in the first gaming state, a look-ahead effect (RUSH hold change effect, revenge hold change effect) for the right may be executed.
When executing the look-ahead effect for the right for which the first determination is made after the second gaming state is reached, the execution in the first gaming state is restricted.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention D2
A gaming machine according to invention D1.
The effect executing means is
When executing the look-ahead effect for the right for which the first determination is made after the second gaming state is reached, it is not executed in the first gaming state, but after the second gaming state is reached. Execute,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention D3
A gaming machine according to invention D1 or invention D2.
The effect mode of the look-ahead effect differs between when the look-ahead effect is executed in the first gaming state and when the look-ahead effect is executed after the second game state is reached.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention D4
A gaming machine according to any one of inventions D1 to D3.
The probability that the special game will be performed differs between when the look-ahead effect is executed in the first gaming state and when the look-ahead effect is executed in the second gaming state.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention E1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
A storage means (holding storage unit 105) capable of storing the right to receive the first determination, and
A second determination means that makes a second determination (look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the special game is performed before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means.
A game control means (a game control means capable of setting a first gaming state (time saving state) that is advantageous to the player and then a second gaming state (non-time saving state) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the first gaming state. Game control microcomputer 101) and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
Based on the result of the second determination in the first gaming state, a look-ahead effect (RUSH hold change effect, revenge hold change effect) for the right may be executed.
When executing the look-ahead effect for the right for which the first determination is made after the second gaming state is reached, a special look-ahead effect (revenge hold change effect) different from the usual may be executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention E2 is
A gaming machine according to invention E1.
The effect executing means is
In the first gaming state, a hold symbol (hold icon HA) suggesting that the right is stored in the storage means may be displayed on a predetermined display means (image display device 50).
The special look-ahead effect includes an effect in which the reserved symbol is displayed in a special display mode (umbrella icon B) different from the usual one.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention E3
A gaming machine according to invention E2.
The effect executing means is
When displaying the reserved symbol, the first reserved symbol (sun icons A to C) is displayed in the first gaming state, while the second reserved symbol is displayed after the second gaming state is reached. Change to (umbrella icons A to B) and display
The special look-ahead effect includes an effect in which the second reserved symbol is displayed in the special display mode.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention E4 is
A gaming machine according to invention E3.
The special look-ahead effect does not include an effect in which the first reserved symbol is displayed in the special display mode.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention F1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
A storage means (holding storage unit 105) capable of storing the right to receive the first determination, and
A second determination means that makes a second determination (look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the special game is performed before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means.
A game control means (a game control means capable of setting a first gaming state (time saving state) that is advantageous to the player and then a second gaming state (non-time saving state) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the first gaming state. Game control microcomputer 101) and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The game control means
When the predetermined end condition is satisfied while the first gaming state is set, the second gaming state is set.
The effect executing means is
Based on the result of the second determination in the first gaming state, a look-ahead effect (RUSH hold change effect, revenge hold change effect) for the right may be executed.
When executing the look-ahead effect for the right for which the first determination is made after the second gaming state is reached, the look-ahead effect (umbrella icon B) is executed after the second gaming state is reached. There is
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention F2 is
A gaming machine according to the invention F1.
The game control means
When the first gaming state is set, when the first ending condition (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 100 times) is satisfied, the second gaming state is set, and when the second gaming state is set. Depending on the end condition (determined by the fall determination that the fall is won), there is a case where the second gaming state is set.
The second gaming state is entered depending on whether the first ending condition is satisfied and the second gaming state is entered, or the second ending condition is satisfied and the second gaming state is entered. The probability that the look-ahead effect will be executed is the same after that.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention F3
A gaming machine according to the invention F1.
The second gaming state is entered depending on whether the first ending condition is satisfied and the second gaming state is entered, or the second ending condition is satisfied and the second gaming state is entered. The probabilities that the look-ahead effect is executed after the above are different from each other.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention G1
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The specific gaming state may be completed up to the first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) or may be continued beyond the first period.
The effect executing means is
At the end of the first period in the specific gaming state, a predetermined special effect may be executed based on the result of the determination.
The special effect includes a first special effect (a special figure variation effect of "branch / success loss variation") that suggests that the specific game state continues, and a second that suggests that the specific game state ends. Special effect (special figure change effect of "branch / revival / failure loss fluctuation") and third special effect suggesting that the specific special game is performed (special figure change effect of "branch jackpot fluctuation", "branch" / Special figure fluctuation production of "Resurrection jackpot fluctuation") and,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention G2 is
A gaming machine according to the invention G1.
The effect executing means is
In the special effect, after executing a predetermined first stage effect (branch effect), a predetermined second stage effect (revival effect C) may be executed.
In the first special effect, when the first stage effect suggests the continuation of the specific game state, and when the first stage effect suggests the end of the specific game state, the second stage effect suggests the continuation of the specific game state. There are times when it suggests,
In the second special effect, the first stage effect may suggest the end of the specific gaming state, and then the second stage effect may also suggest the end of the specific game state.
In the third special effect, the first stage effect may suggest the end of the specific game state, and then the second stage effect may suggest the execution of the specific game.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention G3
A gaming machine according to the invention G2.
The effect executing means is
In the third special effect, the first stage effect suggests the end of the specific game state and then the second stage effect suggests the execution of the specific special game, and the first stage effect suggests the execution of the specific special game. There are times when it suggests execution,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention G4 is
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The specific gaming state may be completed up to the first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) or may be continued beyond the first period.
The effect executing means is
At the end of the first period in the specific gaming state, a predetermined special effect may be executed based on the result of the determination.
In the special effect, when suggesting the end of the specific gaming state and then suggesting the continuation of the specific gaming state, and when suggesting the end of the specific gaming state and then suggesting the execution of the specific special game. And there is
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention H1
Judgment means for determining whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player,
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The specific gaming state may be completed up to the first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) or may be continued beyond the first period.
The effect executing means is
At the end of the first period in the specific gaming state, a special effect suggesting that the specific gaming state may continue may be executed based on the result of the determination.
In the special effect, it may suggest the execution of the specific special game.
The special effect is configured to include a predetermined first stage effect (branch effect) and a predetermined second stage effect (revival effect C).
There are times when the first stage effect suggests the execution of the specific special game and times when the second stage effect suggests the execution of the specific special game.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention H2
A gaming machine according to the invention H1.
The effect executing means is
When the first stage effect suggests the end of the specific gaming state and then the second stage effect suggests the execution of the specific special game, and the first stage effect does not suggest the end of the specific game state, the specific special There are times when it suggests the execution of a game,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention H3
A gaming machine according to the invention H2.
The probability that the execution of the specific special game is suggested differs between the first stage effect and the second stage effect.
It is characterized by that.

The game according to the invention I1 is
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
Before the first determination is performed, a second determination means for performing a second determination (look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the special game is performed, and
A game control means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of setting a specific game state (time saving state) advantageous to the player, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The special game includes a specific special game (big hit game 3).
The specific gaming state may end up to the first period (the number of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times).
The effect executing means is
At the end of the first period in the specific gaming state, a special effect suggesting that the specific gaming state may end may be executed based on the result of the determination.
In the special effect, a special effect (big hit notification effect) suggesting the execution of the specific special game may be executed.
Prior to the execution of the special effect, a suggestion effect (countdown effect) suggesting the execution of the special effect may be executed based on the result of the second determination.
The suggestion effect includes a first suggestion effect (normal countdown effect) and a second suggestion effect (special countdown effect).
The second suggestion effect is an effect (pseudo jackpot suggestion image G15g) that suggests that the special effect may be executed in the special effect.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention I2
A gaming machine according to Invention I1.
The special effect includes a specific special effect (a special figure variation effect of "branch / resurrection jackpot variation") including a suggestion of the end of the specific gaming state.
When the specific special effect is executed, the second suggestion effect may be executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention J1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
When the probability that the special game is determined by the first determination is the first probability state (normal probability state) that is performed with the first probability (about 1/298), and the probability is the first. There are times when a second probability state (high probability state) is performed with a second probability (about 1/44) higher than the probability, and there is a game control means (game control microcomputer 101).
When the first determination is made in the second probability state, the second determination means for performing the second determination (fall determination) as to whether or not to make the first probability state, and
A storage means (holding storage unit 105) capable of storing the right to receive the first determination, and
In the second probability state, before the second determination is made for the right stored in the storage means, a third determination (fall look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the first probability state is reached is performed. Third judgment means and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
Based on the determination that the first probability state is reached by the third determination in the second probability state, the look-ahead effect for the right may be executed.
The period of the second probability state includes a first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) and a second period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 101 times or more).
The probability that the look-ahead effect is executed differs between the first period and the second period.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to invention J2 is
A gaming machine according to invention J1.
In the first period, the look-ahead effect is not executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention K1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
When the probability that the special game is determined by the first determination is the first probability state (normal probability state) that is performed with the first probability (about 1/298), and the probability is the first. There are times when a second probability state (high probability state) is performed with a second probability (about 1/44) higher than the probability, and there is a game control means (game control microcomputer 101).
When the first determination is made in the second probability state, the second determination means for performing the second determination (fall determination) as to whether or not to make the first probability state, and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
Based on the result of the first determination in the first probability state or the second probability state, it is possible to execute a special effect (confrontation reach, final reach) suggesting that the special game may be performed. Yes,
The period of the second probability state includes a first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) and a second period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 101 times or more).
The special effect depends on the case where the second determination in the first period determines the first probability state and the case where the second determination in the second period determines the first probability state. Probabilities of being executed differ from each other,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention K2
A gaming machine according to invention K1.
The case where it is determined by the second determination in the second period to be in the first probability state is better than the case where it is determined to be in the first probability state by the second determination in the first period. Easy to perform special effects,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention K3
A gaming machine according to invention K2.
The case where the first determination in the second period determines that the special game is not performed is better than the case where the first determination in the first period determines that the special game is not performed. It is difficult to perform special effects,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention L1
A first determination means for making a first determination (big hit determination) as to whether or not to perform a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
When the probability that the special game is determined by the first determination is the first probability state (normal probability state) that is performed with the first probability (about 1/298), and the probability is the first. There are times when a second probability state (high probability state) is performed with a second probability (about 1/44) higher than the probability, and there is a game control means (game control microcomputer 101).
When the first determination is made in the second probability state, a second determination means for making a second determination (fall determination) as to whether or not to make the first probability state, and
A storage means (holding storage unit 105) capable of storing the right to receive the first determination, and
In the second probability state, before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means, a third determination (big hit look-ahead determination) as to whether or not the special game is performed is performed. 3 Judgment means and
It is equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
A predetermined special effect (confrontation reach, final reach) may be executed based on the result of the first determination or the result of the second determination in the first probability state or the second probability state.
Based on the result of the third determination in the second probability state, the look-ahead effect for the right may be executed.
The period of the second probability state includes a first period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 1 to 100 times) and a second period (the number of times of variable display of the special figure is 101 times or more).
The look-ahead effect includes specific look-ahead effects (sun icon B, sun icon C) that suggest that the special effect may be performed.
The specific case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the first period and the case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the second period. The probabilities that the look-ahead effect is executed are different from each other.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention L2 is
A gaming machine according to invention L1.
The case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the second period is better than the case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the first period. It is difficult to perform a specific look-ahead effect,
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention L3
A gaming machine according to invention L2.
The game control means
In the second probability state, it is possible to set the time saving state in which the first determination is easier to be performed than usual.
When it is determined by the second determination in the first period that the first probability state is set, the time saving state is continued, while it is determined by the second determination in the second period that the first probability state is set. If so, the time saving state is terminated.
It is characterized by that.

PY1 ... Pachinko game machine 1 ... Game board 40 ... Normal button 50 ... Image display device 50a ... Display unit 50d ... Hold icon display area 101 ... Game control microcomputer 105 ... Hold storage unit 121 ... Production control microcomputer HA ... Hold icon G10 ... Main character image G11 ... Enemy character image G12a, G12b, G12c ... Button image G13 ... Operation promotion image G14 ... Door image G15 ... Jackpot suggestion image G15g ... Pseudo jackpot suggestion image G16 ... Continuation suggestion image G17 ... Super RUSH end suggestion image G18 ... Strong enemy character images G21a, G21b, G21c ... Count images

Claims (1)

A first determination means for first determining whether or not to perform a special game that is advantageous to the player, and
When the first determination is performed in the first probability state where the first determination is performed with the first probability, and when the first determination is performed in the second probability state where the first determination is performed with a second probability higher than the first probability. There is a game control means,
When the first determination is made in the second probability state, the second determination means for making the second determination as to whether or not to make the first probability state, and
A storage means that can memorize the right to receive the first judgment, and
In the second probability state, a third determination means that makes a third determination as to whether or not the special game is performed before the first determination is made for the right stored in the storage means.
Equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined effect,
The period of the second probability state includes a first period and a second period after the first period.
The effect executing means is
Based on the result of the first determination, it is possible to execute a specific reach effect suggesting that the special game is likely to be performed.
Even if it is determined by the first determination in the first period that the special game is to be performed, or if it is determined by the first determination in the second period that the special game is to be performed, the said in the second period. Even when it is determined by the first determination that the special game is not performed and the second determination determines that the first probability state is set, the specific reach effect may be executed.
Based on the result of the third determination in the second probability state, the look-ahead effect for the right may be executed.
Wherein the look-ahead effect, the specific reach demonstration is contains specific prefetching effect suggests that it may be done,
The specific case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the first period and the case where the special game is determined to be performed by the third determination in the second period. The probabilities that the look-ahead effect is executed are different from each other.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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