JP6877779B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, a pachinko gaming machine, which is a kind of gaming machine, is provided with an operating means that can be operated by a player, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, and is based on the operation of the operating means. There is something that makes the production perform. In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, various effects such as a crane lifting an item are performed by operating the operating means, and attention is paid to what kind of item is lifted in order to improve the interest. There is.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2006-271630

Today, it is desired to improve the interest of gaming machines equipped with operating means.
An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems includes an effect executing means for executing an effect, an effect control means for controlling the effect executing means, and an operation means that can be operated by a player. The predetermined effect is developed with the first content executed up to the first predetermined effect of the first stage, and the second predetermined effect of the second stage after the first predetermined effect is executed. There are cases where it is developed with the second content to be executed up to, and the first predetermined effect may be executed when the operating means is operated, and the second predetermined effect is the above. It may be executed when the operating means is operated, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, and when the operating means is operated, the first The gist is that when the predetermined effect is executed, the second predetermined effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means.

With respect to the gaming machine, when the predetermined effect is developed with the first content and the first predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operation of the operating means is performed. The jackpot expectation may be higher than in the case where the first predetermined effect is executed without triggering.

Regarding the game machine, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and when the first predetermined effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means, the second The predetermined effect can be executed when the operating means is operated, and when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the predetermined effect is developed with the first content. In comparison, when the jackpot expectation is high and the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the second predetermined effect is triggered by the operation of the operating means after the first predetermined effect is executed. When the effect is executed, the expectation of a big hit is higher than when the second predetermined effect is executed without triggering the operation of the operating means after the first predetermined effect is executed. When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, when the second predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operation of the operating means is triggered. As compared to the case where the first predetermined effect is executed, the jackpot expectation may be higher.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest.

A perspective view of a pachinko machine. Front view of the game board. A block diagram showing an electrical configuration of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows the fluctuation pattern. (A) shows an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the cannon appearance effect is executed, and (b) shows an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the first operation promotion effect is executed. Figure. (A) is a diagram showing a development pattern, and (b) is a diagram showing the relationship between the jackpot expectations of each development pattern. A timing chart showing the relationship between the fluctuation time of a special game based on the fluctuation pattern without out-of-reach and the time and timing at which various effects are executed when the effects are developed in various development patterns. (A) to (q) are diagrams showing the development of the production.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine will be described. In the present specification, the upper, lower, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) indicate the respective directions when viewed from the player.
As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes a frame body 11. The frame body 11 includes an outer frame 12, an inner frame 13, and a front frame 14. The outer frame 12 is fixed to a game machine installation facility (so-called island facility) such as a game hall. Further, the middle frame 13 is supported so as to be openable and closable on the front side of the opening of the outer frame 12. A game board unit including the game board 20 is fixed to the middle frame 13. The front frame 14 is supported on the front side of the middle frame 13 so as to cover the front surface of the game board 20 so as to be openable and closable. A protective glass 15 that protects the game board 20 is supported on the front frame 14. In FIG. 1, the protective glass 15 is not shown except for a part, but actually covers the entire opening 14a of the front frame 14.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a firing handle 16 on the front side of the front frame 14. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a game ball as a game medium is launched with a strength corresponding to the operation amount (rotation amount) of the launch handle 16. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the firing intensity of the gaming ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a decorative lamp 17 that executes an effect of emitting, blinking, and extinguishing a built-in light emitting body (hereinafter, referred to as a light emitting effect) as one of the effects. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a decorative lamp 17 on the front side of the front frame 14. The decorative lamp 17 in this embodiment corresponds to a light emitting means. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a speaker 18 that outputs sound on the front side of the front frame 14. The speaker 18 executes an effect of outputting various sounds (hereinafter referred to as a sound effect) as one of the effects. For example, the sound output from the speaker 18 includes background music (so-called BGM) and the like.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a first button BT1 as an operating means that can be operated by the player on the front side of the front frame 14. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a second button BT2 as an operating means that can be operated by the player on the front side of the front frame 14. For example, the first button BT1 is provided on the upper surface of a member constituting a storage plate (so-called upper plate) capable of storing a game ball. Further, for example, the second button BT2 is provided at the lower left of the pachinko gaming machine 10. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second button BT2 is actually operated by switching from the situation of preparing by placing a hand on the first button BT1 for the purpose of operating the first button BT1 to the operation of the second button BT2. It takes a predetermined operation switching time (for example, 1 second) to perform the operation. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the first button is switched from the situation in which the pachinko machine 10 is prepared by placing a hand on the second button BT2 for the purpose of operating the second button BT2 to the operation of the first button BT1. It takes a predetermined operation switching time (for example, 1 second) to actually operate the BT1.

As shown in FIG. 2, a substantially circular game area 21 is defined on the front side of the game board 20 when viewed from the front. The game board 20 includes a guide path 21a that guides the launched game ball to the game area 21. The game board 20 is provided with a prevention valve 21b that prevents the game ball launched into the game area 21 from returning to the guide path 21a. The launched game ball is guided by the guide path 21a, passes through the prevention valve 21b located at the most downstream of the guide path 21a, and reaches the game area 21. The game ball that has reached the game area 21 flows down the game area 21.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display panel 22. On the information display panel 22, various information indicating the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is notified. The information display panel 22 includes a first special symbol display unit 22a. The first special symbol display unit 22a displays a first special symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a first special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the first special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The information display panel 22 includes a second special symbol display unit 22b. The second special symbol display unit 22b displays a second special symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a second special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the second special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the first special game and the second special game may be collectively referred to as a "special game" or a "special symbol variation game". The special symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of the internal lottery (big hit lottery) described later. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the first special game and the second special game are not executed at the same time, and the second special game is executed in preference to the first special game.

In the present specification, the "variable display" means a state in which the type of the displayed symbol changes with the passage of time. In the present specification, the "fixed stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitively stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. The special symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the special symbol display units 22a and 22b include at least a jackpot symbol as a jackpot display result and a missed symbol as a missed display result. The player can recognize the jackpot when the jackpot symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game, and can recognize the deviation when the missed symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game. In the present embodiment, when a big hit is won, a big hit game is given after the end of the special game that is the target of the winning. The jackpot game is an advantageous state for the player because the player can win a large number of prize balls and other benefits.

The information display panel 22 includes a first special hold display unit 22c. The first special hold display unit 22c is the number of times the execution of the first special game is suspended because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as the first special hold number). Is displayed recognizable. The information display panel 22 includes a second special hold display unit 22d. The second special hold display unit 22d is the number of times the execution of the second special game is suspended because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as the second special hold number). Is displayed recognizable. For example, the maximum number of the first special hold number and the second special hold number is 4, respectively.

The information display panel 22 is provided with a normal symbol display unit 22e. The normal symbol display unit 22e displays a normal symbol variation game (hereinafter, referred to as a normal game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The normal symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display unit 22e include at least a normal hit symbol and a normal miss symbol. The player can recognize the normal hit when the normal hit symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the normal game, and can recognize the normal loss when the normal hit symbol is displayed as the fixed stop in the normal game. In the present embodiment, when the ordinary winning lottery is won, the ordinary winning game is given after the end of the ordinary game that is the target of the winning. Further, the information display panel 22 is provided with a normal hold display unit 22f. The normal hold display unit 22f recognizablely displays the number of normal games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the normal hold number) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. .. For example, the upper limit of the number of ordinary holds is 4.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a center frame 23 with various decorations in the substantially center of the gaming area 21 of the gaming board 20. The center frame 23 includes an opening 23a. The center frame is also called a center role or a center role.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 25. For example, the effect display device 25 may be a display device such as a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display. The effect display device 25 includes a display area 25r on which an image is displayed. The effect display device 25 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the player can visually recognize the display area 25r through the opening 23a of the center frame 23. The effect display device 25 executes an effect of displaying a predetermined image (hereinafter referred to as a display effect) as one of the effects.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 26. The first starting port 26 as a starting port is located below the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The first starting port 26 is always open so that a game ball can enter the ball. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the first starting port 26. For example, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided in the first start port 26, and the first start is made in the ball passage. The sensor SE1 is arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the start condition of the first special game can be satisfied and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 27. The second starting port 27 as the starting port is located in the lower right of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second starting port 27. For example, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided in the second start port 27, and the second start is provided in the ball passage. The sensor SE2 is arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the start condition of the second special game can be satisfied, and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. Further, the second starting port 27 has a first variable member 28. The first variable member 28 is in an open state in which the game ball can easily or can be entered into the second starting port 27, and the game ball is difficult or difficult to enter into the second starting port 27. It can operate in a closed state, which cannot be done. The first variable member 28 operates by receiving power from the first actuator A1 (shown in FIG. 3). The first variable member 28 is operated in the open state when the ordinary winning lottery is won.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 29. The large winning opening 29 is located in the lower right of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a count sensor SE3 (shown in FIG. 3) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 29. For example, in the large winning opening 29, a ball passage (not shown) for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 (discharging from the game board 20 to the outside) is continuously provided, and the count sensor SE3 Are arranged. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the count sensor SE3, the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. The large winning opening 29 has a second variable member 30. The second variable member 30 can operate in an open state in which the game ball can be entered into the large winning opening 29 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered in the large winning opening 29. The second variable member 30 operates by receiving power from the second actuator A2 (shown in FIG. 3). The second variable member 30 is operated in the open state when the jackpot is won. When the second variable member 30 is in the open state, the game ball is allowed to enter the large winning opening 29. When the second variable member 30 is in the closed state, the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 29 is not allowed. In the following description, the opening state of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is opened, and the closing of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is closed. May be indicated.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a gate 31. The gate 31 is located on the right side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The gate 31 is always open with an open gate opening so that a game ball can enter the gate 31. A gate sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 3) is provided at the gate opening to detect a game ball that enters and passes through. When the game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE4, the start condition of the normal game can be satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an out port 34. In the present embodiment, the game balls that have not entered the first start port 26, the second start port 27, and the large winning opening 29 are discharged to the outside from the out port 34 (discharged from the game board 20 to the outside). Will be). The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes game components such as nails (game nails) and windmills for changing the behavior of a game ball flowing down the game area 21. In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may include a general winning opening in which the conditions for starting a special game and the conditions for starting a normal game are not satisfied, while the conditions for paying out prize balls are satisfied. The general winning opening is also called the ordinary winning opening.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low probability state and a high probability state as gaming states having different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. The high probability state is a so-called "probability fluctuation state (probability change state)", and the low probability state is a "non-probability fluctuation state (non-probability change state)". In the following description, the high-probability state is referred to as a "probability-changing state", and the low-probability state is referred to as a "non-probability-changing state". Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the jackpot probability in the non-probability changing state is "1/319", and the jackpot probability in the probabilistic state is "1/42". That is, in the present embodiment, the chance of becoming a big hit is overwhelmingly less than the chance of being a miss.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as game states in which the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shot balls is different. The high base state is a gaming state in which the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 27 is higher than that in the low base state. The high base state is the so-called "electric support state", and the low base state is the "non-electric support state".

The high base state can be realized, for example, by performing a control of one arbitrarily selected from the three controls described below, or by performing a combination of a plurality of controls. The first control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, which shortens the fluctuation time of the normal game as compared with the case of the low base state. The second control is the probability fluctuation control of the ordinary symbol that changes the probability of winning the ordinary winning lottery (ordinary winning probability) with a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the first variable member 28 in one normal hit game longer than in the low base state. The opening time extension control includes a control that increases the number of times the first variable member 28 is opened in one normal hit game more than in the low base state, and one time of the first variable member 28 in the normal hit game. It is preferable to perform at least one of the controls for making the opening time of the above longer than that in the low base state. Further, the high base state may be realized by combining the fourth control described below. The fourth control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol, which makes it easier for the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) to be shorter than in the low base state. When the fluctuation time shortening control of the special symbol is performed, the high base state becomes the so-called "variation time shortening state (variation shortening state)".

In the present embodiment, since the first variable member 28 may be in the open state even in the low base state, there is a possibility that the game ball enters the second starting port 27 even in the low base state. There is. However, when the base is low, for example, the first variable member 28 is not opened when the base is low, and the game is played at the second starting port 27. It may be configured so that the ball does not enter. In addition, when the base is in a low base state, for example, the first variable member 28 is configured so as not to be in the open state even if the normal winning lottery is won, so that the game ball does not enter the second starting port 27. It may be configured as. In the case of the above configuration, the low base state means that the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 27, and the high base state means that the game ball can enter the second starting port 27. I can say.

The gaming state (type of gaming state) includes a non-probability state and a low base state, a non-probability state and a high base state, and a probabilistic state and a low base state. There is a certain gaming state and a gaming state which is a probabilistic state and is a high base state. Then, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to one of a plurality of types of gaming states. In the present embodiment, as a general rule, there are a gaming state that is a non-probable change state and a low base state, a gaming state that is a non-probable change state and is a high base state, and a probable change state and a high base state. It is controlled to a gaming state and one of the gaming states.

Next, the jackpot in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as jackpot symbols of special symbols. The plurality of types of jackpot symbols are classified into a first jackpot symbol and a second jackpot symbol. Each type of jackpot is defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols. The jackpot symbol may define the game state after the jackpot game is completed. In the jackpot game, first, an opening effect is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening period. In the big hit game, a round game in which the big winning opening 29 is opened is performed after the opening production is completed. The round game is performed up to a predetermined maximum number of times. In one round game, the large winning opening 29 is until the first round end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enter or the second round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit time elapses is satisfied. It will be open for a while. In the round game, a round effect is performed. Then, in the jackpot game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the jackpot game over a predetermined ending period. The jackpot game ends with the end of the ending effect.

In the jackpot symbols classified into the first jackpot symbol, "first jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. For the jackpot symbols classified as the first jackpot symbol, "10 times" is set as the maximum number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is defined to be in a probabilistic state as the game state after the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is defined to have a high base state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In the jackpot symbols classified into the second jackpot symbol, "second jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. For the jackpot symbols classified as the second jackpot symbol, "8 times" is set as the maximum number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol is defined to be in a non-probability changing state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In addition, the jackpot symbol classified as the second jackpot symbol has a jackpot as a game state after the end of the jackpot game until the end of 100 special games or before the end of 100 special games. It is stipulated that the base state will be high until the game is granted. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, when the first special game is a big hit and the second special game is a big hit, the type of big hit to be decided and the determination rate of various big hits are determined. It may be different.

Further, in the display effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25 in the present embodiment, the effect symbols (hereinafter referred to as effect symbols) are variably displayed in a plurality of columns, and finally the combination of the effect symbols is fixedly stopped and displayed. There is a production pattern variation game (hereinafter referred to as a production game) to be performed. In the production game, a plurality of rows of production symbols are fluctuated and executed. The effect pattern is a pattern that is decorated with characters, patterns, etc., and is for diversifying the display effect, and is also called a "decorative pattern" or a "decorative pattern". The effect game in the present embodiment is performed by displaying (scrolling) the symbol rows in the first, second, and third rows in the vertical direction. The effect symbols in the first row are so-called first symbols, the effect symbols in the second row are so-called second symbols, and the effect symbols in the third row are so-called third symbols. In the following description, the "first column" is referred to as the "left column", the "first symbol" is indicated as the "left symbol", the "second column" is indicated as the "middle column", and the "second symbol" is referred to as the "second symbol". The "middle symbol" is indicated, the "third column" is indicated as the "right column", and the "third symbol" is indicated as the "right symbol". In each column, in principle, the effect symbols imitating the numbers [1] to [8] are displayed in a variable order in a predetermined order.

The production game is performed in conjunction with the special game. Specifically, the production game starts with the start of the special game and ends with the end of the special game. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the production game during the execution of the special game. Then, in the production game, the combination of the production symbols corresponding to the special symbols displayed in the special game is fixedly stopped and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, the jackpot symbol by the directed symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the directed game. For example, the jackpot symbol by the effect symbol is a combination of symbols such as "777" in which the effect symbols in all rows are the same. Further, in the special game, when the out-of-order symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, in the effect game, the out-of-order symbol by the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. For example, the out-of-order symbol by the effect symbol is a combination of symbols such as "323", "112", and [426] in which at least a part of the effect symbols in a row is different from the effect symbols in the other row. In the production game, the production symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed before the final stop display is displayed. In the present specification, the "temporary stop display" means a state indicating that the symbol may be displayed in a fluctuating manner again, such as a "swaying fluctuation state", or a state indicating that the symbol is different from the fixed stop display. ..

In the production game, a reach may be formed and a reach production may be performed. In the present embodiment, the effect symbols imitating the same number are temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific column (in the present embodiment, the left column and the right column) among the plurality of columns, and a column different from the specific column. The state in which the effect symbols in the (middle row in the present embodiment) are continuously displayed in a variable manner corresponds to the state in which the reach is formed. The reach effect may include, for example, a plurality of types of reach effects in which the characters to appear and the operation of the effect symbol are different. The reach effect in the present embodiment includes a normal reach effect and a super reach effect performed after the start of the normal reach effect. The super reach effect is executed, for example, with a content that develops the effect content of the normal reach effect. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the super reach effect is executed, the jackpot expectation of the special game being executed is higher than when only the normal reach effect is executed.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 3, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40 as a main control unit. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs control information such as a control signal (control command) according to the result of the process. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41 as a sub-control unit. The sub-board 41 performs a predetermined process based on the control information output from the main board 40. For example, the sub-board 41 performs a process for executing a light emission effect by the decorative lamp 17, a sound effect by the speaker 18, and a display effect by the effect display device 25. In the pachinko game machine 10, the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged on the back side of the game board 20. The game board unit includes a main board 40 and a sub board 41. The game board unit is fixed to the middle frame 13. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it can be said that the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged inside the machine. The main board 40 is connected to the sub board 41.

First, the main board 40 will be described.
The main board 40 includes a main CPU 40a, a main ROM 40b, and a main RAM 40c. The main CPU 40a performs various processes by executing the control program (main control program) of the main CPU 40a. The main ROM 40b stores a main control program and a lottery table used for a predetermined lottery. The main ROM 40b stores a jackpot determination value used in the jackpot lottery. The jackpot determination value includes a jackpot determination value used for the jackpot lottery in the probabilistic state and a jackpot determination value used for the jackpot lottery in the non-probability variation state. Some of the jackpot judgment values used in the jackpot lottery in the probabilistic state and the jackpot judgment value used in the jackpot lottery in the non-probability change state may be the same, or all may be different values. There may be. Further, the main ROM 40b stores the effect determination value used for the effect lottery. The production lottery is a lottery that determines whether to execute the reach production when the jackpot lottery is not won, and corresponds to the reach lottery.

Further, the main ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The plurality of types of fluctuation patterns are associated with the fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. That is, the fluctuation pattern is associated with the fluctuation time of the special game. Therefore, the fluctuation pattern can be said to be information that can specify the fluctuation time of the special game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuation time of the special game is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern. Further, the variation pattern may be information that can identify a part or all of the production contents of the production game performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game. The fluctuation patterns include, for example, a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a missed fluctuation pattern. The jackpot variation pattern is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the jackpot symbol finally displayed by the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed after the reach effect. There are two types of out-of-range fluctuation patterns: a fluctuation pattern without out-of-reach and a fluctuation pattern with out-of-reach. The variation pattern without out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, which finally displays the out-of-reach symbol combination as a final stop display without going through the reach effect. The variation pattern with out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the effect content of finally stopping and displaying the out-of-order symbol combination after the reach effect is associated. In addition, the jackpot fluctuation pattern includes the jackpot fluctuation pattern of the normal reach effect, which is associated with the execution of only the normal reach effect among the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and the jackpot variation of the super reach effect, which is associated with the execution of the super reach effect. There is a pattern. In addition, the variation pattern with out-of-reach includes the out-of-reach variation pattern of the normal reach effect, which is associated with the execution of only the normal reach effect among the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and the super reach effect, which is associated with the execution of the super reach effect. There is an out-of-order fluctuation pattern.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, the fluctuation patterns without out-of-reach in the pachinko gaming machine 10 include fluctuation patterns HP1 to HP4. The variation time of the special game associated with the variation pattern HP1 is shorter than the variation time of the special game associated with the variation pattern HP2. Further, the fluctuation time of the special game associated with the fluctuation pattern HP2 is shorter than the fluctuation time of the special game associated with the fluctuation pattern HP3. Similarly, the variation time of the special game associated with the variation pattern HP3 is shorter than the variation time of the special game associated with the variation pattern HP4. In the following description, the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP1 is referred to as "strong shortening variation", and the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP2. May be referred to as "shortening fluctuation". Then, in the following description, for example, "when a strong shortening fluctuation is performed" corresponds to a case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP1 is executed, and "when a shortening fluctuation is performed" is a fluctuation pattern. This corresponds to the case where a special game based on HP2 is executed. Further, in the following description, the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP3 is referred to as "strong shortening variation", and the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP4. The content of the fluctuation may be referred to as "normal fluctuation". Then, in the following description, for example, "when a weak shortening fluctuation is performed" corresponds to a case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP3 is executed, and "when a normal fluctuation is performed" is a fluctuation pattern. This corresponds to the case where a special game based on HP4 is executed.

Further, there are fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP6 as fluctuation patterns with out-of-reach. The variation pattern HP5 is an out-of-range variation pattern of the normal reach effect, and the variation pattern HP6 is an out-of-range variation pattern of the super reach effect. In the following description, the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP5 is referred to as "first outlier reach variation", and the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP6 is shown. The content of the fluctuation may be referred to as "second outlier reach fluctuation". Then, in the following description, for example, "when the first out-of-reach fluctuation is performed" corresponds to the case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP5 is executed, and "when the second out-of-reach fluctuation is performed". Corresponds to the case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP6 is executed.

Further, the jackpot fluctuation patterns include fluctuation patterns HP7 and HP8. The fluctuation pattern HP7 is a jackpot fluctuation pattern of a normal reach effect, and the fluctuation pattern HP8 is a jackpot fluctuation pattern of a super reach effect. In the following description, the variation content of the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP7 is referred to as "first jackpot reach variation", and the production game performed during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP8. The content of the fluctuation may be referred to as "second jackpot reach fluctuation". Then, in the following description, for example, "when the first jackpot reach fluctuation is performed" corresponds to the case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP7 is executed, and "when the second jackpot reach fluctuation is performed". Corresponds to the case where a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP8 is executed.

The main RAM 40c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main RAM 40c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

As shown in FIG. 3, the first start sensor SE1, the second start sensor SE2, the count sensor SE3, and the gate sensor SE4 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input detection signals output by various sensors SE1 to SE4 via a port (not shown). An information display panel 22 is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the display content of the information display panel 22 via a drive circuit (not shown). Further, the first actuator A1 and the second actuator A2 are connected to the main substrate 40. The main CPU 40a can control the operation of the first actuator A1 and the operation of the second actuator A2 via a drive circuit (not shown).

Next, the sub-board 41 will be described.
The sub-board 41 includes a sub CPU 41a, a sub ROM 41b, and a sub RAM 41c. For example, the sub CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to the effect) by executing the control program (sub control program) of the sub CPU 41a. The sub ROM 41b stores a sub control program, a lottery table used for lottery, a determination value, and the like. The sub ROM 41b stores display effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the display effect in the effect display device 25. Further, the sub ROM 41b stores the light emission effect data capable of specifying the mode (content) of the light emission effect in the decorative lamp 17. The sub ROM 41b stores sound effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the sound effect in the speaker 18.

The sub-RAM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the sub RAM 41c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The sub-board 41 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

A decorative lamp 17, a speaker 18, and an effect display device 25 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 via a drive circuit (not shown). The first button BT1 and the second button BT2 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a is configured to be able to input a detection signal output when the first button BT1 is operated and a detection signal output when the second button BT2 is operated via a port (not shown).

Hereinafter, the control contents executed by the main CPU 40a and the sub CPU 41a will be described.
First, various processes executed by the main CPU 40a based on the control program will be described.
First, the special symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.

In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a performs the first special symbol input process. Further, when the main CPU 40a finishes the first special symbol input processing, the main CPU 40a performs the second special symbol input processing. Then, in the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process when the second special symbol input process is completed.

In the first special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the first start port 26 based on whether or not the detection signal from the first start sensor SE1 has been input (hereinafter, the first input determination). ). If the determination result of the first input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the first input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of first special hold stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as the first hold determination). .. If the determination result of the first hold determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the first special symbol input process. If the determination result of the first hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the first special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated first special hold number. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the control information (hereinafter, referred to as the first hold number command) capable of specifying the updated first special hold number in the output buffer. The control information (command) stored in the output buffer is output to the sub-board 41 in the next and subsequent interrupt processes. When the determination result of the first hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c, and performs the first special symbol input process. To finish. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for the first special game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the first special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the first special game is satisfied.

In the second special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the second start port 27 based on whether the detection signal from the second start sensor SE2 is input (hereinafter, the second input determination). Shows). If the determination result of the second input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the second input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of the second special hold stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as the second hold determination). .. If the determination result of the second hold determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the second special symbol input process. If the determination result of the second hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the second special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated second special hold number. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a second hold number command) capable of specifying the updated second special hold number in the output buffer. When the determination result of the second hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c, and performs the second special symbol input process. To finish. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for the second special game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the second special game in the main RAM 40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the second special game is satisfied.

The random number information stored in the main RAM 40c in the first special symbol input process and the second special symbol input process may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. The random numbers acquired in the first special symbol input process and the second special symbol input process are, for example, a random number used for the jackpot lottery (hereinafter referred to as a jackpot judgment random number) and a random number used for determining the special symbol (hereinafter referred to as a special symbol random number). (Shown), a random number used to determine the fluctuation pattern (hereinafter referred to as a fluctuation pattern determination random number), a random number used for the effect lottery (hereinafter referred to as an effect determination random number), and the like.

Next, the special symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the special game is satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as execution determination). In the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when it is not in the jackpot game, in the special game, or in the interval between fluctuations. On the other hand, in the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes a negative determination when any of the big hit game, the special game, and the interval between fluctuations. When the judgment result of the execution judgment is negative (when the execution condition of the special game is not satisfied), the main CPU 40a stores a standby command that can identify the standby state in the output buffer, and performs the special symbol start processing. finish.

On the other hand, when the determination result of the execution determination is affirmative (when the execution condition of the special game is satisfied), the main CPU 40a determines whether the second special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. .. Then, when the second special hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a finishes the special symbol start process after performing the second special symbol start process related to the execution of the second special game. On the other hand, when the second special hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a determines whether the first special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. If the first special hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the first special hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a finishes the special symbol start process after performing the first special symbol start process related to the execution of the first special game.

In the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the first special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated first special hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a first hold number command capable of specifying the updated first special hold number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the first special game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. The jackpot determination value used in the jackpot lottery differs at least in part between the probabilistic state and the non-probability change state. After finishing the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a special symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the first special game, and a fluctuation pattern of the first special game. Specifically, when the jackpot lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol based on the value of the special symbol random number, and determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a performs the effect lottery based on the value of the effect determination random number. When the effect lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the outlier symbol, and determines the outlier reach variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the effect lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the out-of-order symbol and determines the out-of-reach-less variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. After determining the special symbol or variation pattern, the main CPU 40a indicates the determined special symbol as identifiable control information (hereinafter referred to as a symbol command) and the variation pattern as identifiable control information (hereinafter referred to as a variation pattern designation command). ) Is stored in the output buffer, and the first special symbol start process is terminated. In the first special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a stores the variation pattern designation command corresponding to the first special game in the output buffer.

In the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the second special hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated second special hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a second hold number command capable of specifying the updated second special hold number. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the second special game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. After finishing the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 40a determines a special symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the second special game, and a fluctuation pattern of the second special game. Specifically, when the jackpot lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol based on the value of the special symbol random number, and determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a performs the effect lottery based on the value of the effect determination random number. When the effect lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the outlier symbol, and determines the outlier reach variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the effect lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the out-of-order symbol and determines the out-of-reach-less variation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. After that, the main CPU 40a stores the symbol command and the variation pattern designation command in the output buffer, and ends the second special symbol start process. In the second special symbol start process, the main CPU 40a stores the variation pattern designation command corresponding to the second special game in the output buffer.

As described above, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery in the first special symbol start processing and the second special symbol start processing. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 40a performs the big hit lottery, so that the function as the winning lottery means for performing the winning lottery is realized. Further, the main CPU 40a determines the fluctuation pattern in the first special symbol start processing and the second special symbol start processing. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 40a determines the fluctuation pattern, thereby realizing a function as a fluctuation time determining means for determining the fluctuation time of the fluctuation game.

Then, when the special symbol start process is completed, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the special symbol start process to execute the special game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special game is started. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern elapses, the special symbol determined in the special symbol start processing is fixedly stopped and displayed. Further, when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing elapses, the main CPU 40a stores an end command for displaying a fixed stop display of the symbol combination by the effect symbol in the output buffer. Further, the main CPU 40a sets an interval between fluctuations (for example, 2 seconds) after the special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, that is, after the end of the special game. In the interval between fluctuations, the special symbol that has been fixedly stopped and displayed with the end of the special game continues to be fixedly stopped and displayed.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start process. Then, after the end of the big hit special game, the main CPU 40a starts the control of giving the specified big hit game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the control of giving the jackpot game after the end of the jackpot special game and after the interval between fluctuations elapses. The main CPU 40a grants a jackpot game by executing a jackpot process. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the jackpot game is given after winning the jackpot.

When the big hit special game ends, the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the opening time. Further, when the opening time elapses, the main CPU 40a performs a process for executing the round game. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so as to open the big winning opening 29 according to the opening mode (opening pattern) set for the big hit game, and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 29 is closed when the first round end condition or the second round end condition is satisfied, and ends the round game. .. The main CPU 40a repeats the process for executing the round game until the maximum number of round games specified in the jackpot game is completed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the round command in the output buffer each time the round game is started. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer when the final round game is completed. When the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the ending time. Then, when the ending time elapses, the main CPU 40a ends the jackpot game.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a specifies the gaming state after the jackpot game ends based on the jackpot symbol (that is, the type of jackpot) determined in the special symbol start processing. When the main CPU 40a specifies to control to the non-probability change state, a value that can be specified to control to the non-probability change state is set in the probability state flag stored in the main RAM 40c with the end of the big hit game. .. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low probability state command) that can identify the non-probability change state in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a specifies that the probability change state is to be controlled, the probability state flag is set to a value that can be specified to be controlled to the probability change state with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high probability state command) that can identify the probabilistic state in the output buffer.

When the main CPU 40a specifies that the control to the high base state is specified, a value that can be specified to control the high base state is set in the base state flag with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high base state command) that can identify the high base state in the output buffer. The main CPU 40a stores "100 times" corresponding to the upper limit number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state in the main RAM 40c as the remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state. Each time the special game is executed, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the "remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state" stored in the main RAM 40c. When the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0, the main CPU 40a becomes low with the end of the special game in which the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0. Set the base state flag to a value that can be identified as controlling to the base state. That is, the main CPU 40a terminates the high base state and shifts to the low base state. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low base state command) that can identify the low base state in the output buffer.

In addition, when the big hit game is given, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the non-probability change state in the probability state flag, and sets a value that can be specified to control to the low base state as the base state. Set to flag. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the low probability state command in the output buffer and stores the low base state command in the output buffer.

Next, a normal symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has passed (entered) the gate 31 based on whether or not the detection signal is input from the gate sensor SE4. When the game ball has not passed through the gate 31, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 31, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number. When the normal hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. When the normal hold number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c and updates it. In this case, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the updated normal hold number. Further, the main CPU 40a stores a normal hold number command capable of specifying the updated normal hold number in the output buffer. Next, the main CPU 40a acquires the random numbers generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main RAM 40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for a normal game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process.

Next, the normal symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution conditions of the normal game are satisfied. The main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when neither the normal hit game nor the normal game is in progress, while the main CPU 40a makes a negative judgment when the normal hit game or the normal game is in progress. If the execution condition of the normal game is not satisfied, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. On the other hand, when the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c is 1 or more. When the normal number of pending numbers is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. When the normal hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the normal hold number stored in the main RAM 40c to update. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal hold number is displayed. The main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal hold number command that can specify the normal hold number after the update. Next, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RAM 40c among the random number information for the normal game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RAM 40c. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a performs a normal hit lottery based on the read random number information and the normal hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. Then, the main CPU 40a determines the normal symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game based on the lottery result of the normal winning lottery. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process.

Then, the main CPU 40a executes a normal game by performing a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the normal game, and when the fluctuation time determined in the normal symbol start process elapses, the information display is performed so that the normal symbol determined in the normal symbol start process is fixedly stopped and displayed. Control the panel 22. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer control information that can identify that the execution of the normal game is started when the execution of the normal game is started.

Next, the normal hit processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the normal winning lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the opening pattern of the second starting port 27 when the normal game ends, and the first actuator so that the second starting port 27 is opened according to the opening pattern. Control A1. In the present embodiment, it is easier to win the normal winning lottery when the high base state is used than when the low base state is used. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the normal winning lottery can be won even in the low base state, and when the normal winning lottery is won, the first variable member 28 is in the open state. Become. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 27 as compared with the case of the high base state, but the game ball enters the second starting port 27. There is a possibility of a ball.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 41a based on the control program will be described.
When the sub CPU 41a inputs a low probability state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the non-probability change state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs a high probability state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the probability change state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can identify whether it is in the probabilistic state by referring to the probability state flag of the sub RAM 41c. Further, when the sub CPU 41a inputs a low base state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the low base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. When the high base state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the high base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RAM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can identify whether it is in a high base state by referring to the base state flag of the sub RAM 41c.

The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the jackpot effect is performed during the jackpot game. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the opening effect is performed when the opening command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the round effect is performed when a round command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the ending effect is performed when the ending command is input. The content of the jackpot effect may be different depending on the type of jackpot.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect game is played. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls to execute the effect game when the symbol command and the variation pattern designation command are input. Based on the variation pattern designation command and the symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines the symbol combination according to the effect symbol that is finally fixedly stopped and displayed in the effect game. When the sub CPU 41a specifies the jackpot symbol from the input symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol. When the sub CPU 41a specifies a symbol that is out of alignment with the input symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of symbols that are out of alignment according to the effect symbol. For example, when the sub CPU 41a specifies a variation pattern with reach from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of symbols that are out of reach including reach. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a specifies the non-reach variation pattern from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines the outlier symbol combination that does not include the reach.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect symbol is variablely displayed when the variation pattern designation command is input. That is, the sub CPU 41a starts the production game. Then, the sub CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination according to the determined effect symbol at a predetermined timing. After that, the sub CPU 41a displays the symbol combination by the effect symbol as a fixed stop display when the end command is input. The sub CPU 41a may time the fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, and display the symbol combination as a fixed stop display when the fluctuation time elapses, regardless of the end command. In this case, the end command may be omitted.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25 includes a stepwise effect as a predetermined effect. The staged effect is an effect that is executed when the special game is being executed and the effect symbols in all rows are displayed in a variable manner. The stage effect is developed with the first content that is executed up to the first stage effect as the first predetermined effect of the first stage, and the second predetermined of the second stage after the first stage effect is executed. The second stage as an effect There is a case where it is developed with a second content that is executed until the effect is executed. The second stage production is an production that is executed so as to develop from the first stage production. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the staged effect is developed with the second content, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the staged effect is developed with the first content. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the predetermined effect is developed with the first content. As described above, in the present embodiment, the predetermined effect is developed with the first content executed up to the first predetermined effect of the first stage, and the second stage after the first predetermined effect is executed. There are cases where the second content is developed until the second predetermined effect is executed. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25 includes the first stage effect as a specific effect. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25 includes a second stage effect as a special effect that can be executed after the specific effect is executed. In addition, there are a plurality of types of production contents of the first stage production. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the selection rate of the production content of the first stage production is different so that the jackpot expectation is different according to each production content. Similarly, there are a plurality of types of production contents of the second stage production. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the selection rate of the production content of the second stage production is different so that the jackpot expectation is different according to each production content.

The first stage effect is executed when the first button BT1 or the second button BT2 is operated, and when the first button BT1 and the second button BT2 are not operated. There is. As described above, in the present embodiment, the specific effect may be executed when the operating means is operated, or may be executed even if the operating means is not operated. That is, in the present embodiment, the first predetermined effect may be executed when the operating means is operated. In the following description, "the first button BT1 or the second button BT2 has been operated" may be indicated as "the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 have been operated". Further, in the following description, "the first button BT1 and the second button BT2 are not operated" may be indicated as "the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated".

Further, the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, and the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are executed after the first stage effect is executed. There are cases where it is executed even if is not operated. As described above, in the present embodiment, the special effect is executed when the operating means is operated after the specific effect is executed, or even if the operating means is not operated after the specific effect is executed. There are cases where it is executed. That is, in the present embodiment, the second predetermined effect may be executed when the operating means is operated. Further, the second stage effect is executed at a timing after the execution of the first stage effect is started. That is, in the present embodiment, the special effect is configured to be executed at a timing after the execution of the specific effect is started.

When the stage effect is developed with the second content, after the first stage effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the second stage effect is performed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. Stage production is executed. That is, in the present embodiment, when the special effect is executed after the specific effect is executed, it is special even if the operation means is not operated after the specific effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation means. The production is executed. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and when the first predetermined effect is executed when the operating means is operated, the second predetermined effect is executed. The effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means.

On the other hand, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated, after the first stage effect is executed, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated as an opportunity. The second stage production may be executed. That is, in the present embodiment, when the special effect is executed after the specific effect is executed, even if the operation means is not operated, the operation means is operated after the specific effect is executed. The production is executed. As described above, in the present embodiment, the second predetermined effect is when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and when the first predetermined effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means. The effect can be executed when the operating means is operated.

As described above, the second stage effect is the first stage effect after the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. Can be executed either after or after. That is, in the present embodiment, the specific effect is performed either after the specific effect is executed when the operating means is operated or after the specific effect is executed even if the operating means is not operated. Can be executed.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, there is a special effect as an effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25. The special effect is an effect that is executed when the special game is being executed and the effect symbols in all rows are displayed in a variable manner. The special production is a production with a higher expectation of a big hit than the first stage production. As described above, the production includes a special production in which the expectation of a big hit is higher than that of the specific production (first predetermined production). In addition, the special production is a production with a higher expectation of a big hit than the second stage production. As described above, the production includes a special production in which the expectation of a big hit is higher than that of the special production (second predetermined production).

The special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Further, the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, and the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are executed without the first stage effect being executed. There are cases where it is executed when it is operated. As described above, in the present embodiment, the special effect is executed when the operation means is operated after the specific effect is executed, and the operation means is operated without executing the specific effect. There are cases where it is executed with this as an opportunity.

As shown in FIG. 5A, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a cannon that announces that one of the first button BT1 and the second button BT2 will be operated for the effect that the effect display device 25 can execute. There is an appearance production. When the cannon appearance effect is executed, the cannon image TH imitating the cannon is displayed on the effect display device 25. Further, when the cannon appearance effect is executed, the effect display device 25 asks the player which of the first button BT1 and the second button BT2 to operate (in FIG. 5A). , "Which button do you want?" Character information) is displayed. Further, when the cannon appearance effect is executed, the effect display device 25 displays the cannon image TH in a manner indicating that the cannon image TH is preparing to be launched.

After the execution of the cannon appearance effect is started, the effect display device 25 executes a firing effect in which the cannon indicated by the cannon image TH fires a cannonball. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, one of the effects that can be executed by the effect display device 25 is a firing effect.

After the execution of the firing effect is started, the effect display device 25 executes an operation promotion effect that prompts the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. The operation promotion effect corresponds to a promotion effect that encourages the operation of the operating means. The operation promotion effect includes a first operation promotion effect that encourages the operation of the first button BT1 and a second operation promotion effect that encourages the operation of the second button BT2. As shown in FIG. 5B, when the first operation promotion effect is executed, the button image BG imitating the first button BT1 is displayed on the effect display device 25. Incidentally, although not shown, when the second operation promotion effect is executed, the button image BG imitating the second button BT2 is displayed on the effect display device 25. In the present embodiment, when the second operation promotion effect is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the first operation promotion effect is executed.

The first operation promotion effect corresponds to an operation promotion effect that encourages the operation of the first button BT1. On the other hand, the second operation promotion effect corresponds to an operation promotion effect that encourages the operation of the second button BT2. Regardless of which of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed, the cannon appearance effect whose execution is started before the execution of those operation promotion effects is started. The aspects are the same. Therefore, it is not possible to specify which operation of the first button BT1 or the second button BT2 is promoted from the production mode of the cannon appearance effect. Therefore, it can be said that the cannon appearance effect is executed in an effect mode that conceals the type of operation button that is prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect that is executed thereafter. Similarly, regardless of which of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is executed, the effect of the firing effect whose execution is started before the execution of those operation promotion effects is started. The aspects are the same. Therefore, it is not possible to specify which operation of the first button BT1 or the second button BT2 is promoted from the effect mode of the firing effect. Therefore, it can be said that the firing effect is executed in an effect mode that conceals the type of operation button that is prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect that is executed thereafter.

In the present embodiment, when any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, the operation promotion effect is executed. In the present embodiment, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated during the execution of the operation promotion effect, any one of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect is executed. Specifically, in the present embodiment, when the first button BT1 is operated during the execution of the first operation promotion effect, any one of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect is executed. .. Further, in the present embodiment, when the second button BT2 is operated during the execution of the second operation promotion effect, any one of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect is executed. In the present embodiment, when the second button BT2 is operated during the execution of the first operation promotion effect, or when neither the first button BT1 nor the second button BT2 is operated, the first Neither the stage effect, the second stage effect, nor the special effect is executed. Similarly, in the present embodiment, when the first button BT1 is operated during the execution of the second operation promotion effect, or when neither the first button BT1 nor the second button BT2 is operated, the first button Neither the 1st stage effect, the 2nd stage effect nor the special effect is executed.

As described above, in the present embodiment, one of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect is executed during the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed, triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Corresponds to the possible period. The "period during which the operation promotion effect is executed" in the present embodiment is set to a time equal to or less than a predetermined operation switching time (for example, 1 second). As a result, for example, in a situation where the second button BT2 is being prepared to be operated, the button to be operated is changed from the second button BT2 to the first button BT1 based on the fact that the first operation promotion effect is actually executed. Even if the switching is performed, it becomes difficult to operate the first button BT1 during the execution of the first operation promotion effect. Similarly, for example, in a situation where the first button BT1 is being prepared to be operated, the button to be operated is changed from the first button BT1 to the second button BT2 based on the fact that the second operation promotion effect is actually executed. Even if the switching is performed, it becomes difficult to operate the second button BT2 during the execution of the second operation promotion effect.

In the following description, a series of effects from the execution of the cannon appearance effect to the execution of the firing effect to the execution of the operation promotion effect may be collectively referred to as a "pre-operation effect". In the present embodiment, the pre-operation effect including the operation promotion effect can be said to be a promotion effect that promotes the operation of the operation means.

Here, based on FIG. 6A, a development pattern of an effect in which a stepwise effect, a special effect, and a pre-operation effect are executed will be described. As shown in FIG. 6A, there are a total of seven types of development patterns, development patterns T1 to T7, in the development pattern in the present embodiment.

When the effect is developed by the development pattern T1, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and then any of the second stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect is executed. Not done. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T1, the stepwise effect is developed in the first content. Further, when the effect is developed by the development pattern T1, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

When the effect is developed by the development pattern T2, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and then the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. To. When the effect is developed in the development pattern T2, the special effect and the pre-operation effect are not executed. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T2, the stepwise effect is developed in the second content. Further, when the effect is developed by the development pattern T2, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. When the effect is developed by the development pattern T2, the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and then the second stage effect is executed after the pre-operation effect is executed. When the effect is executed in the development pattern T3, the special effect is not executed. Further, even when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are not operated, the second stage effect is not executed. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 that are prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are operated, the stepwise effect is developed in the second content. Become. Further, when the effect is developed by the development pattern T3, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. When the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. That is, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the execution of the first stage effect is started. A two-stage production is executed.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and then the special effect is executed after the pre-operation effect is executed. When the effect is executed in the development pattern T4, the second stage effect is not executed. Further, even when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the special effect is not executed if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompted to operate in the pre-operation effect are not operated. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. When the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. That is, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, the first stage effect is executed after the pre-operation effect is executed, and then none of the second stage effect and the special effect is executed. Further, even when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are not operated, the first stage effect is not executed. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 that are prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are operated, the stepwise effect is developed in the first content. Become. That is, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T6, the special effect is executed after the pre-operation effect is executed, and then neither the first stage effect nor the second stage effect is executed. Further, even when the effect is developed in the development pattern T6, the special effect is not executed if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompted to operate in the pre-operation effect are not operated. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T6, the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated without executing the first stage effect.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, the first stage effect is executed after the pre-operation effect is executed, and then the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. When the effect is executed in the development pattern T7, the special effect is not executed. Further, even when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are not operated, the first stage effect is not executed, and then The second stage production of is not executed either. In this way, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 that are prompted to be operated in the pre-operation effect are operated, the stepwise effect is developed in the second content. Become. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Further, when the effect is developed by the development pattern T7, the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. That is, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated after the execution of the first stage effect is started with the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 as a trigger. A two-stage production is executed.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in any of the development patterns T2, T3, and T7, that is, when the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed. In, the special effect is not executed before and after the second stage effect is executed. That is, in the present embodiment, the special effect is not executed before and after the special effect is executed when the special effect is executed after the specific effect is executed. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, that is, when the special effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, the second before and after the special effect is executed. No step production is performed. That is, in the present embodiment, the special effect is not executed before and after the special effect is executed when the special effect is executed after the specific effect is executed.

Here, the relationship between the jackpot expectations of each development pattern will be described.
As shown in FIG. 6B, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T6. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T6, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T3. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T7. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T2. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T2, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T5. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the effect is developed in the development pattern T1.

As described above, the jackpot expectation when the production is developed in the development pattern T2, the jackpot expectation when the production is developed in the development pattern T3, and the jackpot expectation when the production is developed in the development pattern T7 are , The jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T1 and the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the stage effect is developed with the first content. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the predetermined effect is developed with the first content.

Further, the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5 is higher than the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T1. That is, when the stage effect is developed with the first content, if the first stage effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. However, the expectation of a big hit is higher than when the first stage production is executed. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the first content and the first predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operation of the operating means is used as an opportunity. Compared to the case where the first predetermined effect is executed without any problem, the expectation of a big hit is high.

Further, the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3 is higher than the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7. That is, when the stage effect is developed with the second content and the second stage effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Compared to the case where the first stage production is executed with this as an opportunity, the expectation of a big hit is high. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, when the second predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operating means is operated. Compared to the case where the first predetermined effect is executed as an opportunity, the expectation of a big hit is high.

Further, the big hit expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3 is higher than the big hit expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T2 and the big hit expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7. .. That is, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, if the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, the second stage effect is executed. The jackpot expectation is higher than when the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 after the first stage effect is executed. That is, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the second predetermined effect is executed when the operating means is operated after the first predetermined effect is executed. , The big hit expectation is higher than the case where the second predetermined effect is executed without triggering the operation of the operating means after the first predetermined effect is executed.

Further, the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4 is higher than the jackpot expectation when the effect is developed in the development pattern T6. That is, when the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not executed without the first stage effect. The expectation for a big hit is higher than when a special effect is executed when the operation is performed. That is, in the present embodiment, when the special effect is executed when the operation means is operated after the specific effect is executed, the operation means is operated without executing the specific effect. Compared to the case where a special effect is executed as an opportunity, the expectation for a big hit is high.

Next, based on FIG. 7, the relationship between the fluctuation time of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern without out-of-reach and the time and timing at which the various effects are executed when the effects are developed in various development patterns will be described. To do.

When the effect is developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T4 after the execution of the special game is started, the timing t11 at which the execution of the first stage effect is started is developed after the execution of the special game is started. When the effect is developed in any of the patterns T5 to T7, the timing is later than the timing t12 at which the execution of the pre-operation effect is started.

When the effect is developed in the development pattern T1, the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T1 is longer than the variation time associated with the variation pattern HP1. , It is shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation patterns HP2 to HP4.

Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T2, the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T2 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 and HP2. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation patterns HP3 and HP4. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T5, the time from the start of the execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T5 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 and HP2. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation patterns HP3 and HP4. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T6, the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T6 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 and HP2. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation patterns HP3 and HP4.

Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T3 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 to HP3. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern HP4. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the time from the start of the execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T4 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 to HP3. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern HP4. Further, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T7, the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the effect developed in the development pattern T7 is the variation associated with the variation patterns HP1 to HP3. It is longer than the time and shorter than the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern HP4.

Incidentally, when the reach effect is performed during the execution of the special game, the time from the start of the execution of the special game until the reach is formed is when the effect is developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T7. Even so, it is longer than the time from the start of execution of the special game to the end of the production developed in the development pattern. That is, regardless of which of the development patterns T1 to T7 is used to develop the effect, the effect produced by the development pattern ends before the reach is formed.

Next, the development of the effects that can be executed in the special game based on various fluctuation patterns will be described.
When the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP1 is being executed, that is, when the strong shortening fluctuation is performed, the effect is not developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T7. That is, during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP1, none of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect is executed.

When a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP2 is being executed, that is, when shortening fluctuation is performed, the production may be developed in the development pattern T1, while the production is performed in any of the development patterns T2 to T7. It will not be deployed. That is, while the special game based on the variation pattern HP2 is being executed, the first stage effect may be executed, while the second stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect are not executed. Further, during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP2, the stage effect is developed in the first content, but is not developed in the second content. While the special game based on the variation pattern HP2 is being executed, the effect is not necessarily developed in the development pattern T1, and the first stage effect may not be executed.

When a special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP3 is being executed, that is, when a weak shortening fluctuation is performed, the effect may be developed by any of the development patterns T1, T2, and T5, while the development pattern T3. , T4, T6, T7, the production is not developed. That is, during the execution of the special game based on the variation pattern HP3, the stage effect may be developed with the first content or the second content. Further, the special effect is not executed during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP3. In addition, during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP3, the effect is not necessarily developed in any of the development patterns T1, T2, and T5, and the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the pre-operation effect are not necessarily developed. Neither of these may be executed.

While the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP4 is being executed, that is, when the normal fluctuation is performed, the effect may be developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T3, T5, and T7, while the development pattern. The production is not developed in any of T4 and T6. That is, during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP4, the stage effect may be developed with the first content or the second content. Further, the special effect is not executed during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP4. In addition, during the execution of the special game based on the fluctuation pattern HP4, the effect is not necessarily developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T3, T5, and T7, and the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the operation are performed. None of the previous productions may be performed.

When a special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP7 is being executed, that is, when only the normal reach effect is executed among the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, any of the development patterns T1 to T3, T5, and T7 is executed. The production may be developed by. On the other hand, during the execution of the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP7, the effect is not developed in any of the development patterns T4 and T6. That is, during the execution of the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP7, the stage effect may be developed with the first content or the second content. Further, the special effect is not executed during the execution of the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP7. In addition, during the execution of the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP5 and HP7, the effect is not necessarily developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T3, T5 and T7, and the first stage effect, Neither the second stage effect nor the pre-operation effect may be executed.

When a special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP6 and HP8 is being executed, that is, when the super reach effect is executed after the normal reach effect, the effect is developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T7. There is. That is, during the execution of the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP6 and HP8, the stage effect may be developed with the first content or the second content. In addition, a special effect may be executed during execution of a special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP6 and HP8. While the special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns HP6 and HP8 is being executed, the effect is not necessarily developed in any of the development patterns T1 to T7, and the first stage effect and the second stage effect are not necessarily developed. , Special effect and pre-operation effect may not be executed.

As described above, even if the second stage effect is executed after the execution of the first stage effect is started, the reach effect may be executed or the reach effect may not be executed. On the other hand, the special effect is executed only when the super reach effect is executed. Therefore, when the special effect is executed, the expectation for the big hit can be improved as compared with the case where the first stage effect and the second stage effect are executed.

Next, the control related to the execution of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect will be described.
When the variable pattern designation command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs an effect execution lottery for determining whether to develop the effect in the development pattern. In the present embodiment, the winning probability of the effect execution lottery differs depending on the fluctuation pattern specified in the fluctuation pattern designation command. For example, when the variation pattern HP1 is specified, the effect execution lottery is not won. For example, the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the variation pattern without loss reach is specified is lower than the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the variation pattern with loss reach is specified. For example, the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the out-of-order variation pattern of the normal reach effect is specified is lower than the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the out-of-range variation pattern of the super reach effect is specified. For example, the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the out-of-order fluctuation pattern is specified is lower than the winning probability of the effect execution lottery when the jackpot variation pattern is specified.

Then, when the effect execution lottery is not won, the sub CPU 41a does not determine the development pattern. As a result, none of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect is executed during the execution of the special game.

On the other hand, when the effect execution lottery is won, the sub CPU 41a determines the development pattern. At this time, the sub CPU 41a determines the expansion pattern based on the designated fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a determines the expansion pattern T1 when the fluctuation pattern HP2 is specified. Further, when the fluctuation pattern HP3 is specified, the sub CPU 41a determines one of the expansion patterns T1, T2, and T5. Further, when any of the fluctuation patterns HP4, HP5, and HP7 is specified, the sub CPU 41a determines the expansion pattern of any of the expansion patterns T1 to T3, T5, and T7. Further, when any of the fluctuation patterns HP6 and HP8 is specified, the sub CPU 41a determines the expansion pattern of any of the expansion patterns T1 to T7. The probability that various development patterns will be determined from the development patterns that can be determined will differ depending on the fluctuation pattern. For example, in the present embodiment, the probability that each development pattern is determined is determined so as to have the relationship of the jackpot expectation degree shown in FIG. 6 (b). In determining the expansion pattern, for example, the sub CPU 41a may be configured to acquire the value of a random number generated in the sub substrate 41 and determine the expansion pattern based on the value of the random number. When the expansion pattern is determined, the sub CPU 41a stores information that can identify the determined expansion pattern (hereinafter, referred to as expansion pattern information) in the sub RAM 41c. The expansion pattern information stored in the sub RAM 41c is deleted based on the end of the special game.

Further, when the development pattern including the pre-operation effect is determined, that is, when any of the expansion patterns T3 to T7 is determined, the sub CPU 41a triggers the execution of the effect from the first button BT1 and the second button BT2. Determine the type of operation button to be used. As a result, which of the first operation promotion effect and the second operation promotion effect is to be executed is determined as the operation promotion effect. For example, the sub CPU 41a has the first button BT1 and the first button BT1 so that the jackpot expectation when the second operation promotion effect is executed is higher than the jackpot expectation when the first operation promotion effect is executed. From the two-button BT2, the type of operation button that triggers the execution of the effect is determined. Then, the sub CPU 41a stores information (hereinafter, referred to as expansion button information) that can specify the type of the determined operation button in the sub RAM 41c. The expansion button information stored in the sub RAM 41c is deleted based on the end of the special game.

Further, when the development pattern including the first stage effect is determined, that is, when any of the development patterns T1 to T5 and T7 is determined, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the first stage effect. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the first stage effect with a probability (selectivity) according to the designated fluctuation pattern. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the first stage effect so that the jackpot expectation degree differs depending on the effect content of the first stage effect. Then, the sub CPU 41a stores in the sub RAM 41c information that can identify the determined effect content of the first stage effect (hereinafter, referred to as the first effect content information). The first effect content information stored in the sub RAM 41c is deleted based on the end of the special game.

Further, when the development pattern including the second stage effect is determined, that is, when any of the development patterns T2, T3, and T7 is determined, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the second stage effect. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the second stage effect with a probability (selectivity) according to the designated fluctuation pattern. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines the production content of the second stage production so that the jackpot expectation degree differs depending on the production content of the second stage production. Then, the sub CPU 41a stores in the sub RAM 41c information that can specify the effect content of the determined second stage effect (hereinafter, referred to as the second effect content information). The second effect content information stored in the sub RAM 41c is deleted based on the end of the special game.

When any of the expansion patterns T1 to T4 can be specified from the expansion pattern information, that is, when any of the expansion patterns T1 to T4 is determined, the sub CPU 41a determines a predetermined value after the execution of the special game is started. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the execution of the first stage effect is started at the timing when the first effect time elapses (timing t11 shown in FIG. 7). At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the first stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the first effect content information is executed.

Further, when the development pattern T2 can be specified from the development pattern information, the sub CPU 41a sets the effect display device 25 so that the execution of the second stage effect is started at the timing after the execution of the first stage effect is started. Control. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the second effect content information is executed.

Further, when any one of the development patterns T3 and T4 can be specified from the development pattern information, the sub CPU 41a starts the execution of the pre-operation effect at the timing after the execution of the first stage effect is started. The effect display device 25 is controlled. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the execution of the cannon appearance effect is started. After starting the execution of the cannon appearance effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the execution of the firing effect is started. Then, after starting the execution of the firing effect, the sub CPU 41a controls so that the operation promotion effect is executed. At this time, when the first button BT1 can be identified from the expansion button information, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the first operation promotion effect is executed. On the other hand, when the second button BT2 can be specified from the expansion button information, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second operation promotion effect is executed. Further, in the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the operation promotion effect is executed for a maximum of 1 second. When the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompting the operation in the operation promotion effect are operated, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the operation promotion effect ends when the operation is performed.

Then, when the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, that is, the execution of the first operation promotion effect is executed. When the first button BT1 is operated during the operation, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the second effect content information is executed. However, when the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, that is, the execution of the first operation promotion effect is executed. When the second button BT2 is operated during the operation, the sub CPU 41a does not execute the second stage effect and does not end the execution of the first operation promotion effect. Similarly, when the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information and the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, that is, the second operation promotion effect When the second button BT2 is operated during execution, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the second effect content information is executed. However, when the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, that is, the execution of the second operation promotion effect. When the first button BT1 is operated during the operation, the sub CPU 41a does not execute the second stage effect and does not end the execution of the second operation promotion effect.

Further, in the case where the development pattern T4 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the special effect. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be so as to. However, in the case where the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, if the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a causes the sub CPU 41a to execute the special effect. Therefore, the execution of the first operation promotion effect is not terminated. Similarly, in the case where the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the special effect. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be performed. However, in the case where the development pattern T3 can be specified from the development pattern information, if the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a causes the sub CPU 41a to execute the special effect. Therefore, the execution of the second operation promotion effect is not terminated.

Further, when the sub CPU 41a can specify any of the expansion patterns T5 to T7 from the expansion pattern information, that is, when any one of the expansion patterns T5 to T7 is determined, the execution of the special game is started. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the execution of the operation promotion effect is started at the timing when the predetermined second effect time elapses (timing t12 shown in FIG. 7). At this time, when the first button BT1 can be identified from the expansion button information, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the first operation promotion effect is executed. On the other hand, when the second button BT2 can be specified from the expansion button information, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second operation promotion effect is executed. Further, in the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the operation promotion effect is executed for a maximum of 1 second. When the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 prompting the operation in the operation promotion effect are operated, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the operation promotion effect ends when the operation is performed. In the present embodiment, the case where any of the development patterns T5 and T7 is determined corresponds to the case where it is determined to execute the specific effect when the operating means is operated. In this way, when the development patterns T5 and T7 are determined, the operation promotion effect is performed in at least a part of the period in which the first stage effect can be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Is executed. That is, the present embodiment is configured so that the promotion effect is executed at least a part of the period during which the specific effect can be executed when the operating means is operated.

Then, in the case where any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 can be specified from the expansion pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a , The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the first stage effect is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the first stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the first effect content information is executed. However, in the case where any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 can be specified from the expansion pattern information, when the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a , The execution of the first stage effect is not executed, and the execution of the first operation promotion effect is not terminated. Similarly, in the case where any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 can be specified from the expansion pattern information, when the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a , The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the first stage effect is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the first stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the first effect content information is executed. However, in the case where any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 can be specified from the expansion pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a , The execution of the first stage effect is not executed, and the execution of the second operation promotion effect is not terminated.

In this way, when any of the development patterns T5 and T7 is determined, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are urged to operate in the operation promotion effect even though the operation promotion effect is executed. If is not operated, the first stage effect is not executed. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is decided to execute the specific effect when the operation means is operated, and the operation means is not operated even though the promotion effect is executed. No specific effect is executed. Further, in particular, when the development pattern T7 is determined, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, which are urged to operate in the operation promotion effect, are not operated even though the operation promotion effect is executed. , The first stage effect is not executed, and the second stage effect is not executed thereafter. That is, in the present embodiment, when it is decided to execute the specific effect when the operation means is operated, and the operation means is not operated even though the promotion effect is executed. No specific effect is executed, and no special effect is executed.

Further, when the development pattern T7 can be specified from the development pattern information and the first stage effect is executed, the sub CPU 41a performs the second stage effect at the timing after the execution of the first stage effect is started. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the execution of At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the second stage effect of the effect content that can be specified from the second effect content information is executed.

Further, in the case where the development pattern T6 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the special effect. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be so as to. However, in the case where the development pattern T6 can be specified from the development pattern information, if the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the first operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a causes the sub CPU 41a to execute the special effect. Therefore, the execution of the first operation promotion effect is not terminated. Similarly, in the case where the development pattern T6 can be specified from the development pattern information, when the detection signal from the second button BT2 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a executes the special effect. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be performed. However, in the case where the development pattern T6 can be specified from the development pattern information, if the detection signal from the first button BT1 is input while the second operation promotion effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a causes the sub CPU 41a to execute the special effect. Therefore, the execution of the second operation promotion effect is not terminated.

In the present embodiment, the effect display device 25 corresponds to the effect execution means for executing the effect. Then, in the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 to realize a function as an effect control means for controlling the effect execution means.

Here, the development of the effect executed in the present embodiment will be described based on FIGS. 8 (a) to 8 (q).
As shown in FIGS. 8 (a) and 8 (b), after the execution of the special game is started, the first stage effect may be executed, or the cannon appears without the first stage effect being executed. The production may be performed. As shown in FIGS. 8 (c), 8 (d), and 8 (e), after the first stage effect is executed after the execution of the special game is started, the second stage effect, special effect, and operation are performed. The effect may end without the previous effect being executed, the second stage effect may be executed, or the cannon appearance effect may be executed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8 (e), 8 (f), and 8 (g), when the cannon appearance effect is executed, the operation promotion effect is executed after the firing effect is executed. ..

Then, when the operation buttons prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect shown in FIG. 8 (g) cannot be operated in a timely manner within the period during which the operation promotion effect is being executed, as shown in FIG. 8 (h). In addition, the production ends without executing either the second stage production or the special production. On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 8 (i) and 8 (j), the operation buttons prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect shown in FIG. 8 (g) are operated during the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed. If the operation can be performed at the right time, the second stage effect or the special effect is executed.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8 (b), when the cannon appearance effect is executed without executing the first stage effect after the execution of the special game is started, then, FIGS. 8 (k) and 8 (b) As shown in l), after the firing effect is executed, the operation promotion effect is executed.

Then, when the operation buttons prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect shown in FIG. 8 (l) cannot be operated in a timely manner within the period during which the operation promotion effect is being executed, as shown in FIG. 8 (m). In addition, the production ends without any of the first stage production, the second stage production, and the special production being executed. On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 8 (n) and 8 (o), the operation buttons prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect shown in FIG. 8 (l) are operated during the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed. If the operation can be performed at the right time, the first stage effect or the special effect is executed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8 (p) and 8 (q), after the first stage effect shown in FIG. 8 (n) is executed, the second stage effect may not be executed, or the second stage effect may not be executed. In some cases, stepwise production is performed.

Hereinafter, the effects of this embodiment will be described.
(1) The first stage effect (specific effect) may be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated, or may be executed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. It may be done. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are involved in the execution of the first stage production. For example, for a player who thinks that the first stage effect is not executed unless the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, the first stage effect is executed even though the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. You can be surprised in some cases and improve your interests. On the other hand, for example, for a player who thinks that the first stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. You can be surprised in some cases and improve your interests.

(2) If the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated even though the operation promotion effect as a promotion effect for encouraging the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) is executed, the first stage effect ( Specific production) is not executed. As a result, it is possible to create a situation in which the first stage effect is not executed unless the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. As a result, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 can be positively operated, and it becomes easy to improve the interest.

(3) The second stage effect (special effect) that can be executed after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed is the first stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means). Can be executed either after is executed or after the first stage effect is executed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. Therefore, after the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and after the first stage effect is executed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. In any case, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the second stage production is executed following the execution of the first stage production.

(4) The second stage effect (special effect) may be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed. , The operation buttons BT1 and BT2 may be executed even if they are not operated after the first stage effect is executed. Therefore, after the first stage effect is executed, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are involved in the execution of the second stage effect, and to improve the interest. For example, for a player who thinks that the second stage effect is not executed unless the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, the operation buttons BT1 and BT1 are executed after the first stage effect is executed. It is possible to be surprised when the second stage production is executed even though the BT2 is not operated, and it is possible to improve the interest. On the other hand, for example, for a player who thinks that the second stage effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 after the first stage effect is executed, after the first stage effect is executed. It is possible to be surprised when the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(5) When the second stage effect (special effect) is executed after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed, the first operation button BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated. After the stage effect is executed, the second stage is executed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are not operated. On the other hand, when the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed even if the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. The second stage production is executed with the fact that it is done. As described above, when the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, both effects are not executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Therefore, for example, a period of waiting for the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 before executing each effect in order to execute both the first stage effect and the second stage effect when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Compared with the case of setting, the total time until "the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed" can be shortened. As a result, for example, it is possible to improve the interest by executing other effects within the shortened time. In addition, if the fluctuation time of the special game is shortened by the shortened time, the efficiency of the game can be improved. If the efficiency of the game can be improved, many special games can be enjoyed in a short time, and as a result, it can contribute to the improvement of the interest.

(6) When it is decided to execute the first stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation promotion effect as the promotion effect for encouraging the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is executed. Nevertheless, when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated, neither the first stage effect nor the second stage effect (special effect) is executed. As a result, it is possible to create a situation in which neither the first stage effect nor the second stage effect is executed unless the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. As a result, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 can be positively operated, and it becomes easy to improve the interest.

(7) The special effect may be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed, or the first stage effect is performed. It may be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated without being executed. Therefore, when executing the special effect, attention can be paid to whether or not the first stage effect is executed, and the interest can be improved. For example, for a player who thinks that the special effect will be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, the operation is performed even though the first stage effect is not executed. It is possible to be surprised when a special effect is executed when the buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and it is possible to improve the interest. On the other hand, for example, for a player who thinks that the special effect will be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated when the first stage effect is not executed, the operation is performed after the first stage effect is executed. It is possible to be surprised when a special effect is executed when the buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(8) When the second stage effect (special effect) is executed after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed, the special effect is not executed before and after the second stage effect is executed. Further, when the special effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, the second stage effect is not executed before and after the special effect is executed. As described above, after the first stage effect is executed, if the special effect is executed, the second stage effect is not executed, and if the second stage effect is executed, the special effect is not executed. Therefore, it is possible to pay attention to whether the special effect or the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed. Further, if one of the second stage effect and the special effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, it is not necessary to expect that the other effect is executed. It is also possible to raise the degree of attention and effectively improve the interest.

(9) When the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated after the first stage effect (specific effect) is executed, the first stage effect is executed. Compared to the case where the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated without any operation, the expectation of a big hit is high. As a result, while expecting that a special effect with a higher expectation of big hits will be executed compared to the first stage effect, it is expected that the first stage effect will be executed before the special effect is executed. It is possible to improve the interest.

(10) The second stage effect (second predetermined effect) may be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated. However, the first stage effect (first predetermined effect) is executed when the stage effect (predetermined effect) is developed with the second content and when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. In some cases, the second stage effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. In this way, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, after the first stage effect has already been executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is used as a trigger. The second stage production is executed without. As a result, when the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and then the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. In comparison with, the time required for the stage production developed in the second content can be shortened. As a result, for example, it is possible to improve the interest by executing other effects within the shortened time. In addition, if the fluctuation time of the special game is shortened by the shortened time, the efficiency of the game can be improved. If the efficiency of the game can be improved, many special games can be enjoyed in a short time, and as a result, it can contribute to the improvement of the interest.

(11) When the stage effect (predetermined effect) is developed with the first content, the first stage effect (first predetermined effect) is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means) are operated. In this case, the expectation of a big hit is higher than in the case where the first stage effect is executed without triggering the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. As a result, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the first stage effect is executed by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and to improve the interest. Further, by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, it is possible to improve the interest in executing the first stage effect.

(12) The first stage effect (first predetermined effect) when the stage effect (predetermined effect) is developed with the second content and without being triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means). ) Is executed, the second stage effect (second predetermined effect) can be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Then, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, if the second stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed, the second stage effect is executed. The jackpot expectation is higher than when the second stage effect is executed without the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 as a trigger after the first stage effect is executed. As a result, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not the second stage production is executed by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and to improve the interest. Further, by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, it is possible to improve the interest in executing the second stage effect.

Further, when the stage effect is developed with the first content and the first stage effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is used as a trigger. Compared to the case where the first stage production is executed without doing so, the expectation of a big hit is high. On the other hand, when the stage effect is developed with the second content and the second stage effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. Compared to the case where the first stage production is executed with this as an opportunity, the expectation of a big hit is high. In this way, when the stage effect is developed with the first content, the person who executes the first stage effect when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated can operate the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. Expectations for big hits are higher than when the first stage production is executed without triggering. However, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated after the first stage effect is executed without triggering the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. It is assumed that the jackpot expectation when the second stage production is executed is set as the "first expectation". On the other hand, when the stage effect is developed with the second content, the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not triggered after the first stage effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. It is assumed that the jackpot expectation when the second stage production is executed is defined as the "second expectation". In this case, the first expectation is higher than the second expectation when the staged effect is developed with the second content. Therefore, even if the first stage effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, the decrease in interest in the first stage effect is suppressed, and then the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. It is possible to expect that the second stage production will be carried out, and to improve the interest.

(13) A period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed (that is, the operation promotion effect is executed) triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 (operation means). The period) is set to a time equal to or less than the predetermined operation switching time. As a result, it is difficult to actually operate the operation button of the type after the execution of the operation promotion effect is started and the type of the operation button for which the operation is promoted in the operation promotion effect is specified. Can be created. Therefore, when the cannon appearance effect or the firing effect executed before the operation promotion effect is executed, it is estimated which of the plurality of operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is promoted by the operation promotion effect. Then, it becomes possible to prepare to operate the inferred operation button. Then, when the guessed type of operation button and the type of operation button actually prompted for operation match, the operation of the operation button triggers the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect. One of the productions can be performed to improve the interest. As described above, by creating the fun of "whether or not the production can be executed by operating the operation buttons", the joy of the actual production being performed is enhanced, and the interest is effectively improved. Can be made to.

Incidentally, for example, the operation button for which the operation is prompted in the operation promotion effect can be easily operated during the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation button. Suppose you make it as long as you can. In this case, one of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be surely executed by the operation of the operation button, but on the other hand, "the operation button is operated to execute the effect. It lacks the fun of "whether or not it can be done". However, as described above, by creating the fun of "whether or not the operation buttons can be operated to execute the effect", the interest of operating the operation buttons to execute the effect can be effectively achieved. Can be improved.

(14) Generally, in pachinko gaming machines, the frequency of loss is high, and it is rare for a big hit. Therefore, when the jackpot expectation when the second operation promotion effect is executed is higher than the jackpot expectation when the first operation promotion effect is executed, the opportunity for the second operation promotion effect to be executed is It is less than the opportunity for the first operation promotion effect to be executed. As a result, if the first button BT1 is prepared to be operated before the operation promotion effect is executed, it is easy to operate the first button BT1 to execute various effects when the operation promotion effect is executed. On the other hand, it is difficult to execute various effects when the big hit expectation is high. On the contrary, if the second button BT2 is prepared to be operated before the operation promotion effect is executed, it is easy to operate the second button BT2 to execute various effects when the big hit expectation is high. It is difficult to operate various effects by operating the operation buttons. In this way, when preparing to operate the first button BT1 and when preparing to operate the second button BT2, a game of "operating the operation buttons to execute various effects". Since the sexes are different, it is possible to provide the enjoyment of selecting which of the first button BT1 and the second button BT2 is prepared to be operated according to the player's sense of values, and to improve the interest.

(15) The first-stage production and the second-stage production have different jackpot expectations depending on the content of the production. On the other hand, the content of the special production is one type. As a result, it is possible to reduce the degree of attention to the production content of the special production and increase the joy of executing the special production. For example, in the case where the jackpot expectation is different depending on the production content of the special production, when the special production of the production content with a low jackpot expectation is executed, the interest is lowered even though the special production is executed. There is a risk that it will not be fully entertaining. However, by setting the content of the special effect to one type, it is possible to suppress the deterioration of the interest as described above.

The above embodiment can be modified and implemented as follows. The above embodiment and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.
-When the stage effect is developed with the second content, in a part or all of the period from the start of the execution of the second stage effect to the end of the execution of the second stage effect, the second stage effect. The execution of the first stage effect, which was started before the stage effect, may be continued. In this way, even when the second stage effect is being executed, the first stage effect may be continuously executed. That is, even when the special effect is being executed, the specific effect may be configured to be continuously executed. With the above configuration, it is possible to emphasize the connection between the first stage production and the second stage production, and it becomes easier to enjoy the stage production. Further, when the special effect is executed after the execution of the first stage effect is started, the execution of the first stage effect may be terminated when the execution of the special effect is started. Good. With this configuration, there are cases where the second stage effect is executed after the execution of the first stage effect is started, and cases where the special effect is executed after the execution of the first stage effect is started. It is possible to make the end timing of the first stage production different. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether the first stage effect is continuously executed, regardless of whether the second stage effect or the special effect is executed.

-When the stage effect is developed with the second content, the first stage effect is at the timing when the execution of the second stage effect is started or the timing before the execution of the second stage effect is started. May be configured to finish the execution of. For example, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T3, the execution of the first stage effect is finished when the execution of the pre-operation effect is started after the execution of the first stage effect is started. Alternatively, the execution of the first stage effect may be terminated when the execution of the second stage effect is started after the pre-operation effect is executed. Similarly, when the special effect is executed after the execution of the first stage effect is started, at the timing when the execution of the special effect is started or at the timing before the execution of the special effect is started. , The execution of the first stage effect may be completed. For example, when the effect is developed in the development pattern T4, the execution of the first stage effect is finished when the execution of the pre-operation effect is started after the execution of the first stage effect is started. Alternatively, the execution of the first stage effect may be terminated when the execution of the special effect is started after the pre-operation effect is executed.

-The effect may be developed in a part of the development patterns T1 to T7 shown in the above embodiment. Further, the effect may be developed in a development pattern different from the development patterns T1 to T7. For example, after the execution of the special effect is started, one or both of the first stage effect and the second stage effect may be executed. For example, as shown in the development pattern T4, the second stage effect may be executed at a timing after the effect is developed and the execution of the special effect is started. Further, after the effect is developed as shown in the development pattern T6, the first stage effect may be executed. Further, after that, there may be a case where the second stage effect is not executed and a case where the second stage effect is executed. That is, during the execution of one special game, all of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect may be executed. In this case, even if the first stage effect and the second stage effect are executed, it is possible to create an opportunity to expect the special effect to be executed after that, and to improve the interest. As described above, when the second stage effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, the special effect may be executed before and after the second stage effect is executed. Similarly, when the special effect is executed after the first stage effect is executed, the second stage effect may be executed before and after the special effect is executed.

-During the execution of one special game, the number of times that the pre-operation effect can be executed does not have to be one. For example, the first stage effect may be executed after the pre-operation effect is executed, and then the second stage effect may be executed after the pre-operation effect is executed. Similarly, for example, the special effect may be executed after the pre-operation effect is executed, and then the first stage effect or the second stage effect may be executed after the pre-operation effect is executed.

-The special effect may be executed with the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 as a trigger, or may be executed without the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 being operated. In this case, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to whether or not the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are involved in the execution of the special effect. For example, a player who thinks that the special effect is not executed unless the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated is surprised when the special effect is executed even though the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are not operated. It is possible to improve the interest. On the other hand, for example, a player who thinks that the special effect is executed without operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is surprised when the special effect is executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated. It is possible to improve the interest.

-When the fluctuation time of the special game exceeds the predetermined fluctuation time, various effects are triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, as compared with the case where the fluctuation time of the special game does not exceed the predetermined fluctuation time. It may be configured to have a high probability of being executed. For example, the probability that the expansion patterns T3, T5, and T7 are determined when the variation pattern HP4 is determined may be higher than the probability that the expansion pattern T5 is determined when the variation pattern HP3 is determined. For example, the probability that any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 will be determined when the variation pattern HP6 is determined is the probability that any of the expansion patterns T5 and T7 will be determined when the variation pattern HP5 is determined. May be higher than. Further, for example, the probability that the expansion pattern T3 is determined when the variation pattern HP6 is determined may be higher than the probability that the expansion pattern T3 is determined when the variation pattern HP5 is determined. As described above, when the fluctuating time of the fluctuating game exceeds the predetermined time, the specific effect is triggered by the operation of the operating means, as compared with the case where the fluctuating time of the fluctuating game does not exceed the predetermined time. 1) The ratio at which the predetermined effect) is executed may be increased. In addition, when the fluctuation time of the variable game exceeds the predetermined time, a special effect (second predetermined effect) is triggered by the operation of the operating means, as compared with the case where the fluctuation time of the variable game does not exceed the predetermined time. ) May be executed at a higher rate. In general, the higher the jackpot expectation, the higher the fluctuation time of the special game. Therefore, in the case of the above configuration, it is possible to raise the expectation that various effects will be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated, and to improve the interest.

-The period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is a part of the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed. There may be. In addition, the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is from the timing before the operation promotion effect is executed. It may be started, or it may be longer than the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed. In addition, the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is at a timing after the operation promotion effect is executed. It may be terminated, and it may be longer than the period during which the operation promotion effect is executed. Further, the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is a predetermined operation switching time (for example, 1 second) or more. The time may be shorter than the predetermined operation switching time, or longer than the predetermined operation switching time. If the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is shorter than the predetermined operation switching time, the operation button BT1 , BT2 operation triggers the difficulty of executing various effects. On the other hand, if the period during which any of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect can be executed by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is longer than the predetermined operation switching time, the operation is performed. The difficulty level of executing various effects with the operation of the buttons BT1 and BT2 becomes low. As described above, it is preferable to configure the operation promotion effect to be executed at least in a part of the period during which various effects can be executed when the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 are operated.

-The production mode (or production content) of the cannon appearance effect may be one type or a plurality of types. Further, for example, when there are a plurality of types of cannon appearance effects, the probability (ratio) of selecting the cannon appearance effects is different depending on the type of variation pattern, and a big hit is made depending on the cannon appearance effects. It may be configured so that the degree of expectation is different. In this case, it is possible to improve the interest by paying attention to the production mode of the cannon appearance effect. Further, for example, when there are a plurality of types of cannon appearance effect effects, the probability of selecting the cannon appearance effect effect mode according to the type of operation button that is prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect that is executed later. The (ratio) may be different. In this case, it is possible to improve the fun of guessing the type of operation button that is prompted to be operated in the later operation promotion effect based on the effect mode of the cannon appearance effect, and to improve the interest.

-The production mode (or production content) of the firing effect may be one type or a plurality of types. Further, for example, when there are a plurality of types of production modes of the launch effect, the probability (ratio) of selecting the effect mode of the launch effect differs depending on the type of the variation pattern, and the jackpot expectation degree is determined by the effect mode of the launch effect. It may be configured differently. In this case, attention can be paid to the production mode of the firing effect, and the interest can be improved. Further, for example, when there are a plurality of types of effect modes of the launch effect, the probability (ratio) of selecting the effect mode of the launch effect according to the type of the operation button that is prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect executed later. ) May be different. In this case, it is possible to improve the fun of guessing the type of the operation button that is prompted to be operated in the later operation promotion effect based on the effect mode of the firing effect, and to improve the interest.

-The number of operation buttons corresponding to the operation means does not have to be two, and may be, for example, one or three or more. As the number of operation means increases, the difficulty of operating the operation buttons for which the operation is promoted in the operation promotion effect increases, so that the fun of guessing the type of the operation button for which the operation is promoted in the operation promotion effect increases. At the same time, it is possible to enhance the joy when the type of the operation button whose operation is actually promoted and the type of the guessed type match in the operation promotion effect.

-When the first operation promotion effect is executed, even if the second button BT2 is operated, the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the special effect are triggered by the operation of the second button BT2. Any of these effects may be configured to be executed. Similarly, when the second operation promotion effect is executed, even if the first button BT1 is operated, the first stage effect, the second stage effect, and the operation of the first button BT1 are triggered. One of the special effects may be configured to be executed. For example, there is a case where the same operation button as the operation button prompted to operate in the operation promotion effect is operated to execute various effects, and an operation different from the operation button prompted to operate in the operation promotion effect. The actual effect may be different depending on whether the button is operated to execute various effects. For example, when the development pattern T4 is determined, when the operation button prompted to operate in the operation promotion effect is operated, the special effect is executed, while the operation is prompted in the operation promotion effect. When an operation button different from the operated operation button is operated, the second stage effect may be executed. The effect content of the second stage effect executed at this time may be a predetermined effect content (for example, the effect content with the lowest expectation of big hit), or is determined by lottery triggered by the operation of the operation button. It may be the produced content. Further, in the case of executing the first stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, when the operation button prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect is operated, the effect according to the jackpot expectation degree. It is configured so that the first stage production of the content is executed. On the other hand, in the case of executing the first stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, if an operation button different from the operation button prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect is operated, it is determined in advance. It may be configured so that the first stage effect of the effect content (for example, the effect content with the lowest expectation of big hit) is executed. Similarly, in the case of executing the second stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, when the operation button prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect is operated, the jackpot expectation is met. It is configured so that the second stage production of the production content is executed. On the other hand, in the case of executing the second stage effect triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, if an operation button different from the operation button prompted to be operated in the operation promotion effect is operated, it is determined in advance. The second stage effect of the effect content (for example, the effect content with the lowest expectation of big hit) may be executed.

-The effect constituting the pre-operation effect does not have to include one or both of the cannon appearance effect and the firing effect, and it is preferable that at least the operation promotion effect is included. Further, in the operation promotion effect, the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2 is urged, and the operation of the first button BT1 or the second button BT2 is urged to be executed in an unspecified manner. May be good. With this configuration, it becomes more difficult to execute various effects triggered by the operation of the operation buttons BT1 and BT2, and when various effects are actually executed by operating the operation buttons BT1 and BT2. You can increase your joy.

-In the above embodiment, the stage effect is composed of the first stage effect and the second stage effect, but it does not have to be an effect composed of two stages, for example, an effect composed of three or more stages. It may be.

-There may be multiple types of special effects. Then, as in the case of the first stage effect and the second stage effect, the probability (ratio) that the effect content of the special effect is selected may be different so that the jackpot expectation degree differs depending on the effect content of the special effect. As a result, it is possible to draw attention to the content of the special production and improve the interest.

-A part or all of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, the special effect, the cannon appearance effect, the firing effect, and the operation promotion effect are part of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25, or It may be configured to be executed by all the production devices. In this case, a part or all of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 that execute various effects correspond to the effect execution means. Further, in the above embodiment, it is not necessary to configure a part or all of the first stage effect, the second stage effect, the special effect, the cannon appearance effect, the firing effect, and the operation promotion effect so as to be feasible.

-In the above embodiment, the effect mode may be configured to be controllable. For example, when it is in the non-probability state and the low base state, it is controlled to the normal effect mode, while when it is in the probabilistic state or the high base state, it is controlled to the effect mode different from the normal effect mode. It may be configured as. When the effect mode is configured to be controllable, the sub CPU 41a may be configured to control the effect mode, and the sub CPU 41a may be configured to realize a function as an effect mode control means for controlling the effect mode. Further, only in the normal effect mode, a part or all of the step stage effect, the special effect, and the pre-operation effect may be executed. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest in the normal production mode in which tiredness is likely to occur.

-In the above embodiment, the second special game is preferentially executed over the first special game, but the execution is suspended regardless of the type of the special game of the first special game and the second special game. It may be configured to be executed in the following order. Further, the first special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the second special game. In addition, the first special game and the second special game may be configured to be executable at the same time. For example, the production game corresponding to the first special game is executed in the low base state, while the first special game is executed in the high base state. 2 The production game corresponding to the special game may be executed.

-The above embodiment may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small hit lottery (winning lottery) in addition to the big hit lottery (winning lottery). Generally, when a small hit (win) is won in a small hit lottery, a small hit game (win game) is given after the end of the special game. The gaming machine of the embodiment has, for example, the number of times (frequency) of winning small hits per unit time, or the number of times (frequency) of winning small hits per unit time, as compared with the normal gaming state (for example, a gaming state in which the non-probability state is in a low base state). , The pachinko gaming machine may be embodied in a state in which the number of times (frequency) in which the small hit game is given per unit time is improved (so-called small hit RUSH). Further, when the small hit game is configured to be able to be given, for example, when the special game is not being executed, the big hit game is not being given, and the small hit game is not being given, the standby state is controlled. It may be configured as follows.

-As a pachinko game machine that can be controlled to a probable change state, a specification that controls the probable change state until the next big hit game is given, a specification that controls the probable change state until the fall lottery is won (fall machine), or a predetermined one. There is a specification (ST machine) that controls the probabilistic state until the end of the special game for the number of times. Further, the pachinko gaming machine that can be controlled to the probabilistic state has a specification (V probabilistic machine) that controls the pachinko gaming machine to the probabilistic state when the game ball passes through a specific area. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied in any of these specifications of the pachinko gaming machine. Further, the pachinko gaming machine may be a pachinko gaming machine having specifications in which the above-mentioned falling machine and V probability changing machine are mixed. In addition, the V probability change machine has a specification of having a single large winning opening to generate a specific round game. The V probability change machine is equipped with a plurality of large winning openings consisting of a large winning opening (V winning opening) opened in a specific round game and a large winning opening opened in a round game other than the specific round game, and a specific round. There is a specification that causes a game. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied in a V probability change machine having any of these specifications.

In the above embodiment, the sub-board 41 is used as the sub-general control board, and the display control board that specially controls the effect display device 25, the light emission control board that specially controls the decorative lamp 17, and the speaker 18 are provided separately from the sub-board 41. A sound control board for specialized control may be provided. The sub-board (sub-control unit) may include such a sub-controlled control board and a board that controls other effects.

-In the above embodiment, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 and the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 may be mounted on a single board. Further, in the above modification, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board may be arbitrarily combined to form a single board or a plurality of boards.

The information display panel 22 may include a right-handed display unit that notifies the firing intensity of the game ball. The information display panel 22 may include a remaining number display unit that displays the remaining number of prize balls to be paid out to the player. The information display panel 22 may include a round number display unit that displays the number of round games during the jackpot game. Further, the various display units included in the information display panel 22 need not be provided on the same member (information display panel 22 in the above embodiment), and for example, a part or all of the display units may be different from other display units. May be provided on another member.

Next, the technical idea that can be grasped from the above-described embodiment and modified example will be described.
(A) When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and the first predetermined effect is executed even if the operating means is not operated, the second predetermined effect is It can be executed when the operating means is operated.

(B) The effect includes an effect executing means for executing the effect, an effect control means for controlling the effect executing means, and an operation means that can be operated by the player. The effect has a predetermined effect, and the predetermined effect is provided. Is developed with the first content that is executed up to the first predetermined effect of the first stage, and the second is executed until the second predetermined effect of the second stage after the first predetermined effect is executed. There are cases where the first predetermined effect is developed according to the content, and the first predetermined effect may be executed when the operation means is operated, and the second predetermined effect is the operation of the operation means. This may be executed as an opportunity, and the first predetermined effect is executed when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and when the operation means is operated. At times, the second predetermined effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means, when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, and is triggered by the operation of the operating means. When the first predetermined effect is executed without the above, the second predetermined effect can be executed when the operating means is operated, and the predetermined effect is developed with the second content. When the second predetermined effect is executed when the operation means is operated after the first predetermined effect is executed, the operation is performed after the first predetermined effect is executed. Compared to the case where the second predetermined effect is executed without triggering the operation of the means, the jackpot expectation is high, and when the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the operating means operates. When the second predetermined effect is executed when the operation is performed, the expectation of a big hit is higher than when the first predetermined effect is executed when the operating means is operated. A gaming machine characterized by that.

(C) The effect includes an effect execution means for executing the effect, an effect control means for controlling the effect execution means, and an operation means that can be operated by the player. The effect has a specific effect, and the specific effect is provided. Is a gaming machine characterized in that it is executed when the operating means is operated, and there are cases where it is executed even if the operating means is not operated.

(D) The effect includes an effect execution means for executing the effect, an effect control means for controlling the effect execution means, and an operation means that can be operated by the player. The effect includes a specific effect and the specific effect. There are a special effect that can be executed after the specific effect is executed, and the special effect is executed when the operation means is operated after the specific effect is executed, and the specific effect is executed. A gaming machine characterized in that there are cases where the operating means is executed even if the operating means is not operated after that.

(E) The effect execution means for executing the effect, the effect control means for controlling the effect execution means, and the operation means that can be operated by the player are provided, and the effect includes a specific effect and the specific effect. There is a special effect with a higher expectation of a big hit, and the special effect is executed when the operation means is operated after the specific effect is executed, and when the specific effect is executed. A gaming machine characterized in that there are cases where the operation means is operated without being performed, and cases where the operation means is executed.

10 ... Pachinko game machine, 17 ... Decorative lamp, 18 ... Speaker, 22 ... Information display panel, 25 ... Production display device, 40 ... Main board, 40a ... Main CPU, 40b ... Main ROM, 40c ... Main RAM, 41 ... Sub Board, 41a ... Sub CPU, 41b ... Sub ROM, 41c ... Sub RAM.

Claims (3)

The production execution means to execute the production and
An effect control means for controlling the effect execution means,
Equipped with an operation means that can be operated by the player,
The production has a predetermined production,
The predetermined effect is developed with the first content executed up to the first predetermined effect of the first stage, and is executed until the second predetermined effect of the second stage after the first predetermined effect is executed. There are cases where it is expanded with the second content,
The first predetermined effect may be executed when the operating means is operated.
The second predetermined effect may be executed when the operating means is operated.
When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and the first predetermined effect is executed when the operating means is operated, the second predetermined effect is the same. A gaming machine characterized in that it is executed without being triggered by the operation of an operating means. When the predetermined effect is developed with the first content and the first predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operation of the operating means is not triggered. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the jackpot expectation is higher than when the first predetermined effect is executed. When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content and the first predetermined effect is executed without being triggered by the operation of the operating means, the second predetermined effect is the said. It can be executed when the operation means is operated.
When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the predetermined effect is developed with the first content.
When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, if the second predetermined effect is executed when the operating means is operated after the first predetermined effect is executed, the second predetermined effect is executed. Compared to the case where the second predetermined effect is executed without triggering the operation of the operating means after the first predetermined effect is executed, the expectation of a big hit is high.
When the predetermined effect is developed with the second content, when the second predetermined effect is executed triggered by the operation of the operating means, the operation of the operating means is triggered. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the jackpot expectation is higher than when the first predetermined effect is executed.

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