JP6886705B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

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

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

Further, in the gaming machine, various effects are performed based on the result of the determination. For example, a dialogue effect suggesting the possibility of a special game (big hit game) being performed on the liquid crystal is performed.

JP-A-2017-108919

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

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of gaming through production.

The gaming machine disclosed in the present specification is an effect of executing a predetermined effect by using a special game executing means for performing a special game advantageous to the player and an effect means including a predetermined audio output means and a predetermined display means. The special game execution means includes an execution means, and the special game execution means performs a first special game as the special game and a second special game that is more advantageous to the player than the first special game. There, the presentation execution means may execute the suggested effect of displaying words suggesting execution of the special game on the display unit moves the character images of the speech and outputs from the voice output means, In the suggestion effect, the first suggestion effect of outputting the first dialogue from the voice output means and displaying the character image of the first dialogue on the display means, and the second suggestion effect different from the first dialogue. a second suggestion effect for displaying the character images of the second line of script on said display means together with the output from the sound output unit dialogue, there is, the first than when the first suggested effect is executed 2 It is a feature that the second special game is more likely to be performed when the suggestion effect is executed.

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

It is a perspective view of a gaming machine. It is a front view of a gaming machine. It is a front view of the game board unit. It is a front view which shows the 2nd big prize apparatus and the like in detail. It is a front view of the display. (A) is a front view of the production unit when the rear-board movable device is in the standby state, (B) is a front view of the production unit when the rear-bottom movable device is activated, and (C) is a front view of the production unit when the rear-board movable device is activated. A front view of the effect unit when the device is operated, (D) is a front view of the effect unit when the board rear lower movable device and the board rear upper movable device are operated. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the main control board side. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of a sub-control board side. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to ordinary figures, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special figures. (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is a normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a jackpot determination table, (B) is a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a reach determination table. Special figure 1 It is a fluctuation pattern determination table. Special figure 2 is a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a look-ahead judgment table. It is a jackpot game control table. It is explanatory drawing of the game state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the customer waiting production mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the normal effect mode, the probability variation effect mode, and the time saving effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the jackpot production mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the special figure variation effect of the loss without reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows the concrete example from the start of a special figure variation effect to the reach. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the case where the stop display of the effect symbol which shows a loss is performed from N reach, and the case where the stop display of an effect symbol which shows a big hit is performed. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the movable body production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of SP reach. It is a specific example of SP reach, and is explanatory drawing which shows the continuation of FIG. It is a specific example of SP reach, and is explanatory drawing which shows the continuation of FIG. It is a specific example of SP reach, and is explanatory drawing which shows the continuation of FIG. It is a flowchart of a main control main process. It is a flowchart of the timer interrupt processing on the main side. It is a flowchart of a sub-control main process. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. It is a jackpot game control table of the first embodiment. It is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table of 1st Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the special figure variation effect of 1st Embodiment. It is a specific example of the special figure variation effect of 1st Embodiment, and is explanatory drawing which shows the continuation of FIG. 35 (D). (A) is a front-stage dialogue effect selection table, (B) is a rear-stage dialogue effect selection table, and (C) is a ally character selection table. This is a concrete example of the first-stage dialogue production. This is a concrete example of the latter-stage dialogue production.

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

1. 1. Structure of Game Machine The pachinko game machine PY1 which is an embodiment of the game machine of the present invention will be described. First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 6. In the following description, the horizontal and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 are the horizontal and vertical directions (in front view) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, "front" is a direction in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rear" is a direction in which the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the pachinko gaming machine PY1. ,explain.

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

At the lower right of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a handle 82k that can be rotated to launch the game ball is provided. The amount (rotation angle) at which the handle 82k is operated corresponds to the magnitude (launch intensity) of the force applied to the game ball to launch the game ball (the amount that the launch device 72 described later drives the launch solenoid 72s). It is attached. Therefore, the game ball is launched with a firing intensity corresponding to the rotation operation of the handle 82k. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a lower decorative body 36 that protrudes greatly toward the front is provided. An upper plate 34 for storing the game ball supplied to the handle 82k is formed on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the lower decorative body 36, a lower plate 35 for storing excess game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper plate 34 is provided.

A first input device (hereinafter, "hemispherical button") 40 that can be pressed downward is provided on the front side of the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 with respect to the upper plate 34. Further, in the right decorative body 32 formed so as to project forward from the right edge of the surface of the front frame 23 m, a second input device (hereinafter, “sword-shaped button”) 41 that can be pressed downward is provided. There is.

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

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

Next, the game board unit YU will be described mainly with reference to FIGS. 3 to 6. The game board unit YU has a game board 1 and a production unit 1U attached to the back side of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be described. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin plate. A substantially circular opening 1A is formed in the substantially center of the game board 1. Along the opening 1A, a substantially ring-shaped inner wall surface portion 1B for partitioning the game area 6 into which the game ball can flow down is formed so as to project forward. Further, a substantially ring-shaped outer wall portion 1C for partitioning the game area 6 is also formed on the outer side of the inner side wall portion 1B so as to project forward.

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

The game area 6 is an area in which a game ball launched by operating the handle 82k can flow down, and is provided for playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1. A large number of game nails (not shown) are projected in the game area 6. The game nail is a game ball that enters the game area 6 and flows down the game area 6, with the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the general winning opening 10, the gate 13, and the first large winning opening 14, which will be described later. In addition, a route that appropriately guides the player to the second prize opening 15 or the like is configured.

Immediately below the center of the inner side wall portion 1B in the game area 6, a first start winning device 11D in which a first start port 11 having an upper opening is formed is provided. At the lower left of the first starting port 11, a second starting port 12 having an opening on the right side is provided. On the right side of the second starting port 12, a second starting winning device (so-called “electric chew”) 12D that enables or makes it impossible to enter the second starting port 12 is provided.

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

The electric chew 12D includes an actuable electric chew opening / closing member 12k. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k is composed of a substantially horizontally long rectangular tongue-shaped piece that descends diagonally downward to the left in a plan view. In a plan view, the left end of the upper surface of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is located to the right of the lowest point of the second starting port 12. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k is normally housed behind the game board 1 so that its tip (front side surface) is located in the game area 6, that is, near the front surface of the game board 1. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k can move (advance / retreat) in the front-rear direction from its stored state. Then, in the special state, the electric chew opening / closing member 12k moves forward. When the electric chew opening / closing member 12k moves forward, the electric chew opening / closing member 12k becomes a path for guiding to the second starting port 12. Therefore, in the normal state in which the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is housed behind the game area 6, it is almost impossible to allow the game ball to enter the second starting port 12 because there is no path for guiding the electric chew. Such a protruding state of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is also referred to as an "open state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D, and the game ball enters the second starting port 12 only when it is in the open state. A ball is possible. On the other hand, the state in which the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is housed inside the second starting port 12 is also referred to as a "closed state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D. In this way, the second starting port 12 is opened and closed by the operation of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k. Further, when the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D is in the "open state", it is also called "the electric chew 12D is opened", and when the electric chew 12D is in the "closed state", the "electric chew 12D is closed". Also called.

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

Further, two general winning openings 10 are provided on the left side of the first starting winning device 11D in the game area 6. Further, one general winning opening 10 is provided on the right side of the electric chew 12D. When the game balls win the general winning opening 10, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, a gate 13 through which the game ball can pass is provided on the diagonally lower right side of the opening 1A of the game board 1. The passage of the game ball through the gate 13 is an opportunity for a lottery (that is, acquisition and determination of a random number for a normal symbol) of a normal symbol (hereinafter referred to as "general map") and a variable display of the normal symbol. The electric chew 12D is released by executing the auxiliary game. That is, the auxiliary game is a game involving the opening of the electric chew 12D.

Further, on the right side of the first start winning device 11D in the game area 6 and directly below the gate 13, the first big winning device 14D (hereinafter, also referred to as “normal AT14D”) in which the first big winning opening 14 is formed is provided. Has been done.

The first prize-winning device 14D includes a normal AT opening / closing member 14k that takes an open state and a closed state. Normally, the first large winning opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening / closing member 14k. Normally, the AT opening / closing member 14k is made of a flat plate having a substantially horizontally long rectangular shape in the front view, and usually closes the first large winning opening 14. Normally, the AT opening / closing member 14k can be rotated about 90 degrees around the lower end so that the upper end falls forward. When the normal AT opening / closing member 14k rotates, the normal AT opening / closing member 14k is in a state of projecting vertically to the game area 6, and receives the flowing game ball and enters the ball into the first large winning opening 14. In this way, it is possible to enter the game ball into the first large winning opening 14 only when the AT opening / closing member 14k is normally in the open state. When the game balls win the first prize opening 14, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, directly below the first large winning device 14D in the game area 6, the upper surface thereof is formed diagonally downward to the left, and a guidance stage 12 g for guiding the game ball to the second starting port 12 is formed in the game area 6 (game board 1). It is provided so as to project forward from the front surface). The game ball that rolls on the upper surface of the guidance stage 12g can flow down toward the second starting port 12, but basically cannot win a prize at the first starting port 11.

The second big winning device 15D (hereinafter, also referred to as "VAT15D") in which the second big winning opening 15 is formed diagonally upward to the right of the gate 13 and the first big winning opening 14 in the game area 6, in other words, on the upstream side. Is provided. The second prize-winning device 15D includes an actuable VAT opening / closing member 15k. The VAT opening / closing member 15k is a rod-shaped body having a blade-like shape when viewed from the front, and is usually held in a posture of approximately 90 degrees with respect to the horizontal direction, and closes the second large winning opening 15. The VAT opening / closing member 15k can be rotated about 70 degrees around the lower end so that the upper end falls to the left, and can be in an open state. Only when the VAT opening / closing member 15k is in the open state, the game ball can enter the second large winning opening 15. On the other hand, the state in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k closes the second large winning opening 15 is also referred to as a "closed state". In this way, the second large winning opening 15 is opened and closed by the operation of the VAT opening / closing member 15k. When the game balls win the second prize opening 15, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

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

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

When the distribution solenoid 16s is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state of hindering the passage of the game ball into the specific region 16 (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k in the front view of FIG. 4A). Is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16 and the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, it is impossible for the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 to pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. , Passes through the non-specific area 17. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second prize opening 15 to the non-specific area 17 is called the first route.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid 16s is energized, the distribution member 16k swings in the second state (passing allowable state: front view of FIG. 4B) that allows the passage (entry) of the specific region 16 of the game ball. The left end of the distribution member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16 and is open directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second winning opening 15 to the specific area 16 is called the second route.

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

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

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

Further, at substantially the lowermost part of the game area 6, two out ports 19 are provided to discharge the game balls that have been driven into the game area 6 but have not won any of the winning ports to the outside of the game area 6. There is.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction and a right game area (second game area) on the right side. The operation mode of the handle 82k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area is called "left-handed". On the other hand, the operation mode of the handle 82k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area is called "right-handed". In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is launched by hitting left is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched by hitting right. The possible flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2 are also composed of a large number of game nails and the like.

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

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

Further, the indicators 8 are arranged on the lower left side (the portion other than the game area 6) below the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1. As shown in FIG. 5, on the display group 8, the special figure 1 display 81a for variably displaying the special figure 1, the special figure 2 display 81b for variably displaying the special figure 2, and the normal figure are variably displayed. A normal map display 82 is included. Further, the indicators 8 include the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a, which displays the number of special figure 1 hold (U1: the number of the variable display of the special figure 1 by the special figure 1 display 81a), which will be described later. Also included is a special figure 2 hold indicator 83b that displays the number of special figure 2 hold (U2: the number of hold of the variable display of the special figure 2 by the special figure 2 indicator 81b), which will be described later.

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

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

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

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

By the way, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when a game ball is won (winning) in the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, various random numbers (numerical information) for performing a special drawing lottery or the like are acquired. There are times. These various random numbers are temporarily stored in the special figure holding storage unit 105 (see FIG. 7) as special figure holding. In the following, various random numbers acquired by winning (winning) a game ball to the first starting port 11 are referred to as "special figure 1 related random numbers", and winning a game ball to the second starting port 12. The various random numbers obtained by (entry ball) are called "special figure 2 related random numbers". Here, the special figure 1 related random number is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (see FIG. 7) in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 1 hold. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (see FIG. 7) in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 2 hold. The number of special figure 1 holdes that can be stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (the number of special figure 1 hold) and the number of special figure 2 hold that can be stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (the number of special figure 2 hold). Can set an upper limit (for example, 4). In the following, the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold are collectively referred to as "special figure hold", and the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number are collectively referred to as "special figure hold number". Further, the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 2 related random numbers are collectively referred to as "special figure related random numbers".

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

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

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

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

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

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the game ball passes through the gate 13, a normal symbol random number (numerical information) for performing a normal symbol lottery may be acquired. This random number is stored in the normal figure holding storage unit 106 (see FIG. 7) on condition that the normal figure variable display or the auxiliary game is not executed. An upper limit (for example, 4) can be set for the number of normal figure reservations (the number of normal figure reservations) that can be stored in the normal figure reservation storage unit 106. In the following, the normal symbol random number acquired by the game ball passing through the gate 13 is also referred to as a "normal symbol-related random number".

Next, the effect unit 1U attached to the back surface of the game board 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The production unit 1U is a unitization of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. The production unit 1U includes an image display device 50, a first panel movable device (hereinafter referred to as “board front movable device”) 55, a second panel movable device (hereinafter referred to as “board rear movable device”) 56, and a third panel movable device. (Hereinafter, "logo accessory device") 57 is installed.

The image display device 50 is composed of, for example, two 20-inch 3D liquid crystal displays, and includes a display unit 50a capable of displaying a 3D image.

The board front movable device 55 includes, for example, the board front upper movable device 55UL, 55UR arranged above and the board front lower moving device 55D arranged below, and the board front upper movable device 55UL is provided. The board is equipped with a movable body 55ULk, which is configured to be movable and whose front portion is mainly three-dimensionally decorated. The board front upper movable device 55UR includes a board front upper right movable body 55URk which is configured to be movable and whose front portion is mainly three-dimensionally decorated. The front-bottom movable device 55D includes a movable front-bottom movable body 55Dk which is configured to be movable and whose front portion is mainly three-dimensionally decorated.

The rear-board movable device 56 includes, for example, a rear-board upper movable device 56U arranged on the upper side thereof and a lower-board rear-lower movable device 56D arranged on the lower side. It is equipped with a movable body 56 Uk on the rear of the board, which is configured to be movable and has a flat decoration. The lower rear movable device 56D includes a movable lower rear movable body 56Dk which is configured to be movable and has a flat decoration.

The logo accessory device 57 includes, for example, a logo movable body 57k having the logotype “LOGO” of the main character “logo”, which is the subject of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, on the front side. The 57k is configured to be able to rise and fall in a plane along the display unit 50a.

FIG. 6A schematically shows how the upper rear movable body 56Uk and the lower rear movable body 56Dk are held in a normal standby state (initial position) in which they are not operating. The rear upper movable body 56Uk and the lower rear movable body 56Dk can move in the vertical direction (up and down) along the surface of the image display device 50 on a plane substantially orthogonal to the front-rear direction. is there). When the drive sources of the board rear upper movable device 56U and the board rear lower movable device 56D are driven, the upper end of the board rear lower movable body 56Dk is located around the center in the height direction of the image display device 50 in front view. It moves upward (ascends) (see FIG. 6 (B)). On the other hand, the rear upper movable body 56Uk moves downward (descends) so that the lower end thereof is located near the center in the height direction of the image display device 50 in front view (see FIG. 6C). As a result, in front view, around the center of the image display device 50 in the height direction, the upper rear movable body 56Uk and the lower rear lower movable body 56Dk are joined and united in the vertical direction, and a pattern is applied to each surface. (Design) becomes one as a whole and represents the face of the main character, which is the subject of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 (see FIG. 6 (D)). At this time, since most of the image display device 50 is covered with the combined board rear upper movable body 56Uk and the board rear lower movable body 56Dk, the image display device 50 becomes difficult to see.

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

2. Electrical configuration of the gaming machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 to 8. As shown in FIGS. 7 to 8, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure lottery, a variable display of a special figure, a big hit game, a game state setting described later, a general figure lottery, a variable display of a normal figure, an auxiliary game, and the like. A game control board (hereinafter referred to as "main control board") 100 that controls game profits (progress of the game), and a game effect according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100 (special figure variation effect, hold effect, jackpot game effect) , Customer waiting effect, effect control board that controls the effect such as operation promotion effect that encourages operation during the period when the operation of the hemispherical button 40 and the sword type button 41 is effective (operation effective period) The payout control board 170 and the like for controlling the payout of the game balls and the like are provided on the back side of the image display device 50 of the game board 1. The main control board 100 is positioned as a game control unit that controls the game, and the sub control board 120 is an effect control unit that controls the effect together with the image control board 140, the lamp control circuit 151, and the voice control circuit 161 described later. Can be positioned as. The effect control unit includes at least a sub control board 120, and uses effect means (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 57, etc.) to produce a game. , The customer waiting effect, and the operation promotion effect may be controllable.

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

As shown in FIG. 7, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted on the main control board 100. The game control microcomputer 101 executes a game ROM 103 that stores programs and tables for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM 104 that is used as a work memory, and a program that is stored in the game ROM 103. CPU 102 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores a program for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. Further, the game ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table, a start winning command specific table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and an auxiliary game control table, which will be described later. Etc. are stored. The gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special figure holding storage unit 105 and the like.

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

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

The various sensors connected to the main control board 100 include a first start port sensor 11a, a second start port sensor 12a, a general winning port sensor 10a, a gate sensor 13a, a first large winning port sensor 14a, and a second large winning port sensor. The winning opening sensor 15a, the specific area sensor 16a, and the non-specific area sensor 17a are included.

The first start port sensor 11a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first start port 11. The second starting port sensor 12a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second starting port 12. The general winning opening sensor 10a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning opening 10. The gate sensor 13a is provided in the gate 13 and detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 13. The first large winning opening sensor 14a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first large winning opening 14. The second large winning opening sensor 15a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second large winning opening 15. The specific area sensor 16a detects a game ball that has passed through the specific area 16 (enters the specific area 16). The non-specific area sensor 17a detects a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 17 (enters the non-specific area 17). When each sensor detects a game ball, it outputs a signal corresponding to the detected content to the main control board 100.

The type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, various actuators connected to the main control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s, a first special winning opening solenoid 14s, a second special winning opening solenoid 15s, and a distribution solenoid 16s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening / closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The first prize-winning port solenoid 14s drives the normal AT opening / closing member 14k of the first prize-winning device 14D. The second prize-winning port solenoid 15s drives the VAT opening / closing member 15k of the second prize-winning device 15D. The distribution solenoid 16s drives the distribution member 16k of the distribution device 16D.

The type and number of actuators connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

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

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170 and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. The payout control board 170 is installed adjacent to the prize ball payout device 73, the ball rental payout device 74, and the card unit CU (pachinko gaming machine PY1), and can lend balls based on information such as an inserted prepaid card. The launching device 72 is connected via the launch control circuit 175. The launcher 72 includes a handle 82k (see FIG. 1).

The payout control board 170 drives the prize ball motor 73 m of the prize ball payout device 73 to pay out the prize balls based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 101 and the signal from the connected card unit CU. , The ball rental motor 74m of the ball rental device 74 is driven to pay out the ball rental. The prize ball to be paid out is detected by the prize ball sensor 73a for counting. Further, the ball lending sensor to be paid out is detected by the ball lending sensor 74a for counting.

Further, the handle 82k is provided with a touch switch 72a capable of detecting contact of a person such as a player with the handle 82k. When the player operates the handle 82k (see FIG. 1), the touch switch 72a detects the contact of the player with the handle 82k and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170. Further, a firing volume knob 72b capable of detecting the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 82k is connected to the handle 82k. The launching device 72 drives the launching solenoid 72s so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 82k detected by the launching volume knob 72b. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, one gaming ball is launched about every 0.6 seconds while the rotation operation to the handle 82k is maintained.

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

As shown in FIG. 8, a production control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter, “effect control microcomputer”) 121 that controls the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted on the sub control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 stores the effect ROM 123 that stores a program for controlling the effect as the game progresses by the main control board 100, the effect RAM 124 that is used as a work memory, and the effect ROM 123. The effect CPU 122 that executes the program is included.

Further, the effect ROM 123 stores programs for performing sub-control main processing, reception interrupt processing, 1ms timer interrupt processing, 10ms timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. The production ROM 123 may be externally attached.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Various switches connected to the sub-control board 120 include a hemispherical button detection switch 40a and a sword-shaped button detection switch 41a. The hemispherical button detection switch 40a detects that the hemispherical button 40 has been pressed. The sword-shaped button detection switch 41a detects that the sword-shaped button 41 has been pressed. Each of the detection switches 40a and 41a outputs a signal corresponding to the detection content to the sub-control board 120.

The type and number of switches connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 include a left frame movable body motor 58Lm, a right frame movable body motor 58Rm, a board front upper movable body motor 55Um, a board front lower movable body motor 55Dm, and a board rear upper movable body motor. 56 Um and 56 Dm of the rear lower movable body motor are included. The left frame movable body motor 58Lm can drive the left frame movable device 58L to perform a predetermined operation. The right frame movable body motor 58Rm can drive the right frame movable device 58R to perform a predetermined operation. The board front upper movable body motor 55Um can drive the board front upper movable body 55ULk and 55URk to perform predetermined operations, respectively. The front-bottom movable body motor 55Dm can drive the front-bottom movable body 55Dk and slide it on the display unit 50a. The board rear upper movable body motor 56Um can drive the board rear upper movable body 56Uk and slide it on the display unit 50a. The rear lower movable body motor 56Dm can drive the lower rear movable body 56Dk to slide on the display unit 50a. In detail, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation modes of the front upper movable body 55ULk, 55URk, the lower front lower movable body 55Dk, the upper rear movable body 56Uk, and the lower rear lower movable body 56Dk. Then, the operations of the front upper movable body 55ULk, 55URk, the lower front lower movable body 55Dk, the upper rear upper movable body 56Uk, and the lower rear lower movable body 56Dk are controlled via the lamp control circuit 151.

The type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various lamps connected to the sub-control board 120 include a frame lamp 53 (left frame light emitting device 53L, right frame light emitting device 53R) and a board lamp 54 (board rear upper point light emitting device 54Ua, board rear upper surface light emitting device 54Ub). A rear lower point light emitting device 54Da and a rear lower surface light emitting device 54Db) are included. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 includes a frame lamp 53 (left frame light emitting device 53L, right frame light emitting device 53R) and a board lamp 54 (board rear upper point light emitting device 54Ua, board rear upper surface light emitting device 54Ub, board rear lower point). Light emitting pattern data (data for determining lighting / extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) for determining the light emitting mode of the light emitting device 54Da and the lower surface light emitting device 54Db) is created, and the frame lamp 53 (left frame) is created according to the light emitting pattern data. Controls the light emission of the light emitting device 53L, right frame light emitting device 53R) and the board lamp 54 (board rear upper point light emitting device 54Ua, board rear upper surface light emitting device 54Ub, board rear lower point light emitting device 54Da, board rear lower surface light emitting device 54Db). .. The data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

The CPU may be mounted on the lamp control circuit 151 as a substrate. In this case, the CPU is made to execute lighting control of the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, etc., and operation control of the board front movable device 55, the board rear movable device 56, the logo accessory device 57, the frame movable device 58, and the like. You may. Further, in this case, the ROM may be mounted on the substrate, and the data related to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM. Further, the type and number of lamps connected to the sub-control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

3. 3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, the main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 to 16.

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

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a random number related to the normal map when the normal map variation start condition is satisfied when performing such a series of games (general map lottery, variable display of the normal map, auxiliary game). As shown in FIG. 9A, the random numbers related to ordinary symbols to be acquired include ordinary symbol random numbers. Ordinary symbol random numbers are random numbers (judgment information) for performing collision detection. A range is appropriately provided for each random number.

3-1-1. Hit determination The hit determination is a determination for determining whether or not to win (whether or not to execute an auxiliary game) using a hit determination table as shown in FIG. 10 (A). The hit determination table can be associated with the gaming state described later. That is, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time reduction state (non-time reduction hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time reduction state (time reduction hit determination table). In each hit determination table, the determination value of the normal symbol random number (ordinary symbol random number value) is assigned to the hit and the loss which are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired ordinary symbol random numbers with the hit determination table to determine whether it is a hit or a loss. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, the normal map fluctuation pattern determination for variable display of the normal map is performed. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically, the hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the lost normal figure is basically stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. In addition, the winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. Normal map fluctuation The normal map fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the normal map fluctuation pattern using the normal map fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 10 (B). The normal map fluctuation pattern is identification information related to predetermined items related to the variable display of the normal map such as the normal map fluctuation time.

The normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). That is, the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table includes the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state (non-time saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table). There is a time-saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table).

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

3-1-3. Auxiliary game The auxiliary game is a variable display of the general map, and the winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a display result (result of the general map lottery).

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Then, each of these elements is associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game based on the game state (non-time saving state / time saving state) by using the auxiliary game control table as shown in FIG. 10 (C). The auxiliary game control table is associated with a game state (non-time saving state / time saving state). Auxiliary game components are stored in each auxiliary game control table. In addition, the number of times of opening and the opening time of each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

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

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

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

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

In performing such a series of games (special figure lottery, variable display of special figures, jackpot game, setting of game state), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a special figure-related random number when the start condition is satisfied, and the relevant random number is obtained. Various judgments are made for random numbers. As shown in FIG. 9B, the special symbol-related random numbers to be acquired include a special symbol random number, a jackpot symbol type random number, a reach random number, and a special symbol variation pattern random number. The special symbol random number is a random number (judgment information) for performing a jackpot judgment. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number (judgment information) for performing reach determination. The special symbol fluctuation pattern random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol. A range is appropriately provided for each random number.

3-2-1. Jackpot determination The jackpot determination is a determination for determining whether or not a jackpot is a jackpot (whether or not a jackpot game is executed) using a jackpot determination table as shown in FIG. 11A. The jackpot determination table is associated with a gaming state, more specifically, whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table (normal probability jackpot determination table) used in the normal probability state and a jackpot determination table (high probability jackpot determination table) used in the high probability state.

In each jackpot determination table, the determination value (special symbol random number value) of the special symbol random number is assigned to the jackpot and the loss which are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired special symbol random numbers with the jackpot determination table to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 11A, the high-probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random values determined to be jackpots than the normal probability jackpot determination table. In addition, the winning probability of the jackpot can be changed as appropriate.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination In the jackpot symbol type determination, when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type (big hit symbol type) is determined using the jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 11 (B). It is a judgment for. For each type of jackpot symbol, it is possible to associate a jackpot component composed of the contents of the jackpot, in other words, a game privilege given to the player.

In the jackpot symbol type determination table, the type of special symbol that is variably displayed (special diagram 1 / special diagram 2), in other words, the winning of the jackpot symbol type determination (which caused the jackpot symbol type determination) is performed. It is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11 / second starting port 12). That is, in the jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed and the jackpot used when the variable display of the special figure 2 is performed. There is a symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

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

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

3-2-3. Reach determination The reach determination determines whether or not to generate reach in the special figure variation effect described later by using the reach determination table as shown in FIG. 11C when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss. It is a judgment for.

The reach determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). That is, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table (non-time reduction reach determination table) used in the non-time reduction state and a reach determination table (time reduction reach determination table) used in the time reduction state.

In each reach judgment table, the judgment value (reach random number value) of the reach random number is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (do not generate reach)" which are the results of reach judgment. .. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired reach random numbers with the reach determination table, and determines whether or not there is reach (whether or not to generate reach). As shown in FIG. 11C, it is possible to make the number of reach random number values determined to be "reachable (generate reach)" different between the non-time saving reach determination table and the time saving reach determination table. Is. In the following, the result of the reach judgment "with reach (generate reach)" performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is "loss" is referred to as "loss with reach", and "without reach (without reach). "Does not cause reach)" is sometimes referred to as "loss without reach".

3-2-4. Special figure variation In the special figure variation pattern determination, the variation pattern determination table of the special symbol as shown in FIGS. 12 to 13 (special figure variation pattern determination table) regardless of whether the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot or a loss. Is a judgment for determining a variation pattern (special map variation pattern) of the variable display of the special figure using. The special figure fluctuation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined items related to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect described later. In addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect, the special figure variation pattern can include identification information regarding the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination. As the special figure fluctuation pattern, it is possible to use a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns having different identification information, and the number thereof can be changed as appropriate.

The special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table is the type of special symbol (special figure 1 / special figure 2) that performs variable display to be judged, in other words, the starting port where a prize is given due to the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment. It can be associated with the type (first starting port 11 / second starting port 12). That is, in the special figure variation pattern determination table, the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) used when performing the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are displayed. There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 13) used at the time of the operation.

Then, each special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). That is, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table includes the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the special figure 1 used in the non-time saving state. There is a variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for time saving). On the other hand, similarly, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table is also used in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and in the time saving state. There is a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table for time saving).

In addition, each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state) can be further associated with the jackpot determination result and the reach determination result. That is, the non-time-saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the non-time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table have a jackpot, a reach loss, and a non-reach loss, respectively. Similarly, the time-saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table also have a jackpot, a reach loss, and a non-reach loss, respectively.

Further, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for each reachless loss can be associated with the number of special figure reservations. For example, it is used when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table for loss without reach. In addition, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for each non-reach loss is also associated with the number of special figure reservations. Specifically, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach used when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 0 to 2, and the special figure 2 hold number (U2) when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach, which is used in the above.

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

Further, each special figure variation pattern can be associated with an effect flow of a special figure variation effect as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 12 to 13.

As shown in the rightmost column of the table of FIGS. 12 to 13, the special figure fluctuation pattern may be given a name in association with the special figure (big hit judgment result) and the effect content of the special figure fluctuation effect. is there. For example, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the jackpot is called "big hit fluctuation". On the other hand, in the loss with reach, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a kind of reach, is performed is "SP loss fluctuation", and in the loss with reach, L reach, which is a kind of reach, is performed. The figure fluctuation pattern is referred to as "L loss fluctuation", and among the lost with reach, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation effect ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is referred to as "N loss fluctuation", and the loss without reach. The special figure fluctuation pattern is called "normal loss fluctuation".

3-2-5. Pre-reading determination The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading determination using a pre-reading determination table as shown in FIG. 14 based on the acquired special figure-related random numbers. The look-ahead determination includes, for example, determination of whether or not the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, determination of which jackpot symbol type the jackpot symbol type random number is determined in the jackpot symbol type determination, and special features. Figure variation pattern There is a determination as to which special figure variation pattern the random number is determined by the special figure variation pattern determination. The look-ahead determination table can be associated with the type of start port (first start port 11 / second start port 12) related to the start winning. That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a look-ahead determination table (first look-ahead determination table) when the first start opening 11 is won, and a look-ahead determination table (second look-ahead determination table) when the second start opening 12 is won. And there is.

Further, the look-ahead determination table can also be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a look-ahead determination table (non-time-saving look-ahead determination table) used in the non-time-saving state and a look-ahead determination table (time-saving look-ahead determination table) used in the time-saving state. ..

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

3-3. Jackpot game

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

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

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

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

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

The distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the opening of the second large winning opening is started, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 4A). Therefore, in the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second special winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (make the game ball enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second special winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and From the relationship with the timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to allow the game ball to enter the specific area 16). As described above, in the jackpot game, the VAT opening / closing member has a first opening pattern (V long opening pattern) that facilitates passage of the specific area 16 of the game ball (hereinafter, also referred to as “V passage”) during the jackpot game. The VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the jackpot game in which the 15k and the distribution member 16k operate and the second opening pattern (V short opening pattern) in which the specific area 16 of the game ball cannot or is difficult to pass. It is possible to perform a jackpot game. Such a jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V-long opening pattern is called "V-long jackpot". On the other hand, a jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V-short opening pattern is called "V-short jackpot".

3-4. Game state

Next, the gaming state will be described. As shown in FIG. 16, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a “low probability low base game state”, a “low probability high base game state”, a “high probability low base game state”, a “high probability high base game state”, and a “high probability high base game state”. It is possible to enter any of the "big hit gaming states". As the state constituting the game state, there are a state related to the probability of being determined as "big hit" in the big hit determination and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

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

The non-time saving state is set in the "low probability low base game state", the "high probability low base game state", or the "big hit game state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base game state" or the "high probability high base game state", and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state. Is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time (for example, 3.0 seconds) is longer than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. Further, in the time-saving state, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination is performed using the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table defined so that the special figure fluctuation pattern having a short special figure fluctuation time is selected more often than in the non-time reduction state. It is also possible to do so (see FIGS. 12-13). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace of digestion of the special figure hold becomes faster, and an effective prize (a prize that can be stored as a special figure hold) to the starting port is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit under the smooth progress of the game.

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

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

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

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

In the time-saving state, it is easier to win a hit, the normal figure fluctuation time is likely to be shorter, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time-saving state. Although the game related to the above is set in favor of the player in three points, the points set in favor of the player may be a part of these points.

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

4. Main effects by the gaming machine Next, the main effects performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 to 27.

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

In the customer waiting effect mode, special figure variation effect is performed in "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". This is an effect mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation effect and indicates that the state is in a standby state in which the special figure variation effect is not performed. The customer waiting effect is performed when the customer waiting effect mode is set. In the customer waiting effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 17A, a customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, when the hemispherical button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. 17B, the setting screen G101 for setting the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed. Is displayed. The settings related to the effect include a volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, a brightness setting of the display unit 50a, a frequency setting of the effect to be executed, and the like.

The normal effect mode can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a non-time saving state. is there. The normal effect mode includes, for example, as shown in FIG. 18A, a first normal effect mode in which a background image (daytime normal background image G102) representing a daytime mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a. As shown in FIG. 18B, a second normal effect mode in which a background image (evening normal background image G103) representing an evening mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a, and as shown in FIG. 18C. In addition, there is a third normal effect mode in which a background image (background image G104 for normal night use) representing a nighttime mountain landscape is displayed on the display unit 50a, and one or more times without winning a big hit. It can be switched with the condition that the figure variation effect is performed. Further, each of the first to third normal effect modes includes a normal pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a normal post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the normal first stage effect mode, one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display unit 50a. A dedicated background image is displayed. In addition, a special effect mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variation effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probabilistic effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18D, a background image (probability variation background image G105) representing the universe is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, the probabilistic effect mode includes a probabilistic pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a probabilistic post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the probabilistic pre-stage effect mode, the probabilistic change background image G105 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but in the normal post-stage effect mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time-saving effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "low-probability high-base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the normal probability state and the time-saving state are present. In the time saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18E, a background image representing the sky (time saving background image G106) is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, the time saving effect mode includes a time saving first stage effect mode before the reach is established and a time saving second stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the time saving first stage effect mode, the time saving background image G106 is displayed on the display unit 50a, but in the time saving second stage effect mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The jackpot effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being performed in the "big hit game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the jackpot game is being performed. In the jackpot effect mode, for example, during the opening of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 19 (A), the opening image G107 suggesting the start of the jackpot game and the right-handed image prompting "right-handed" are displayed on the display unit 50a. A jackpot opening effect in which G108 is displayed is performed. During the round in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 19B, the round image G109 showing the number of rounds and the prize ball number image G110 suggesting the number of paid out prize balls are displayed on the display unit 50a. A round production is performed. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 19C, the display unit 50a indicates the ending image G111 suggesting the effect mode set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls paid out. The jackpot ending effect in which the prize ball number image G112 is displayed is performed.

4-2. Special figure fluctuation effect Next, the special figure variation effect will be described. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure fluctuation pattern and a special figure lottery result (big hit judgment result, big hit symbol type judgment result, reach judgment result, and The special figure fluctuation effect is executed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determination result) and the like. In the special figure variation effect, the display unit 50a superimposes the variation display of the effect symbol on the predetermined background image. In the variable display of the effect symbol, it stops after the effect symbol changes. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variation display of the effect symbol are performed, the variation is stopped and the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, the result of the special figure lottery is notified by the stop display of the effect symbol.

In the special figure variation effect, in addition to the variation display of the effect pattern, the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the movable device 55, 56, 57, 58, the hemispherical button 40, and the sword-shaped button. It is possible to perform an effect using various effect devices such as 41.

4-2-1. Effect symbol display area As shown in FIG. 20A, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 has a left effect on the left side, the center, and the right side, respectively, in which the display unit 50a is divided into three horizontally equally. It is possible to provide the symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol area 50b3. The left effect symbol area 50b1 is an area for displaying the left effect symbol EZ1 when the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation effect. Similarly, the middle effect symbol area 50b2 and the right effect symbol area 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 20A, it is possible to provide the small symbol area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end portion of the display unit 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area in which the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variablely displayed when the special symbol is variablely displayed.

In FIG. 20A, the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are clearly indicated by a two-dot chain line, which is the left effect symbol area 50b1. , The middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed.

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

When the variable display of the special figure is started, for example, as shown in FIG. 20 (A), the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display unit 50a. The left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the special symbol is not variably displayed, and the special symbol is waiting for the variable display. As shown in the above, the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is started, and the variation display of the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 is started. Then, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss without reach (for example, the normal loss fluctuation), the variable display of the special figure ends without the reach occurring (special figure). (Stop display of), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is performed with the loss stitches (so-called “separate stitches”) peculiar to the loss without reach. Toward the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, for example, first, as shown in FIG. 20 (C), the left effect symbol EZ1 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and then FIG. 20 (D). As shown in FIG. 20 (E), the right effect symbol EZ3 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and further, as shown in FIG. 20 (E), the middle effect symbol EZ2 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction. Finally, as shown in FIG. 20 (F), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that are temporarily stopped in a state of being lined up in the horizontal direction at a substantially central position in the vertical direction are completely stopped all at once. The stop is confirmed (the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 is performed). When the temporarily stopped effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are completely stopped at different points, that is, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are stopped, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 The production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped all at once with the same disparity, and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed.

In the example of FIG. 20, when the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is performed, the effect symbols are temporarily stopped in the order of left effect symbol EZ1 → right effect symbol EZ3 → middle effect symbol EZ2. The mode of stopping is not limited to this, and can be set as appropriate.

On the other hand, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, the N loss fluctuation), FIG. As shown in A), from the state where the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium size symbol KZ2 and the right small symbol KZ3 are stopped and displayed. , The variable display of the special symbol is started, and as shown in FIG. 21 (B), the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 is started, and the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 are started. The variable display starts. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 21 (C), the left effect symbol EZ1 composed of the number "5" temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and then, as shown in FIG. 21 (D), the same number. The right effect symbol EZ3 consisting of "5" is temporarily stopped side by side in the horizontal direction at a substantially central position in the vertical direction to reach (reach is generated or established). Even if the reach is established by the effect symbol, the variable display of the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 is continuously performed.

In the example of FIG. 21, when the reach is established, the effect symbols are temporarily stopped in the order of the left effect symbol EZ1 → the right effect symbol EZ3, but the mode of the temporary stop is not limited to this, and may be set appropriately. Can be done. In addition, the numbers of the production symbols that make up the reach are not limited to "5". Further, the position of temporary stop is not limited to the substantially central position in the vertical direction. Further, the direction in which the effect symbols constituting the reach are arranged is not limited to the horizontal direction, and may be another direction such as an oblique direction.

4-2-3. The N-reach pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform N-reach when the reach is established after the normal fluctuation. The N reach is a production that suggests that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery may have been a "big hit", and functions as a production for making the player expect a big hit.

When the reach is established, for example, as shown in FIG. 21 (D), N reach is performed from that point. In N reach, as shown in FIG. 22 (A), the state in which the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). When the N reach is started, as shown in FIG. 22 (B), the medium effect symbol EZ2, which is displaying (scrolling) at high speed in the normal mode, gradually decelerates.

If the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, N loss fluctuation), the middle effect symbol EZ2 temporarily stops at the substantially center position in the vertical direction from the state where the reach is established. Then, the stop display of the effect symbol indicating the loss is performed. At this time, since the reach is established, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), a medium effect symbol composed of numbers different from the numbers constituting the reach (“4” in FIG. 22 (C-1)). EZ2 temporarily stops. Then, with the end of the variable display of the special figure (stop display of the special figure), as shown in FIG. 22 (D-1), the temporary stop state becomes a complete stop state, and the loss peculiar to the loss with reach The left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed by the eyes. Further, when the temporarily stopped effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are completely stopped at the loss pattern peculiar to the loss with reach, that is, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are stopped and displayed, the three small ones are displayed. The symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 all stop at the same time as the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 with the same loss eyes peculiar to the loss with reach, and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed.

On the other hand, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the jackpot (for example, N jackpot fluctuation), as shown in FIG. 22 (C-2), for example, with the numbers constituting the reach. As shown in FIG. 22 (D-2), the middle effect symbol EZ2 consisting of the same numbers temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and the variable display of the special figure ends (stop display of the special figure). The temporary stop state becomes a complete stop state, and the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed at hits peculiar to big hits such as doublets. Further, when the temporarily stopped effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are completely stopped at a hit peculiar to the jackpot, that is, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are stopped and displayed, the three small symbols KZ1 , KZ2, KZ3 all stop at the same hits peculiar to the big hit as the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is also performed. The content of N reach can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-4. SP reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is a production that suggests that the possibility that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery was a "big hit" is higher than that of the N reach, and functions as a production for making the player expect a big hit.

After N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 24 (A), a background image dedicated to SP reach (background image G113 for SP reach) is displayed on the display unit 50a, an enemy character A appears, and FIG. 24 (B) ), The scene in which the main character and the enemy character A are facing each other is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 24C, an image (SP reach start title image) G1 indicating that SP reach has been started is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. The SP reach start title image G1 is composed of a title image G11 representing the title of the SP reach (“Destroy the enemy A!” In FIG. 24 (C)) and an effect image G12 that enhances the title image G11.

Then, the battle in SP reach progresses further, and as shown in FIG. 25 (A), a close-up of the profile of the hero character transformed into a special state is displayed in the background image G113 for SP reach, and in FIG. 25 (B). As shown, when the profile of enemy character A is displayed up, as shown in FIG. 25 (C), both swords try to be mistaken, and the battle between the main character and enemy character A is settled. We will reach the scene. This scene constitutes a turning point (winning or losing turning point) of whether the main character wins or loses in the battle. Then, after this victory / defeat branch point, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the jackpot (for example, the SP jackpot fluctuation), as shown in FIG. 27 (A), the display unit 50a is displayed. , The main character in a special state who has won the battle and is standing is displayed, and a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 52. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit. In this way, the display of the main character who has won the battle and transformed into a special state in which he is standing, and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitute an effect of notifying the jackpot (big hit notification effect). After that, as shown in FIG. 27 (B), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is performed.

On the other hand, after the winning / losing turning point, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, the SP loss fluctuation), the background for SP reach is not performed without the jackpot notification effect. In the image G113, a loss notification effect is performed in which a video of the main character losing the battle is played. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the temporary stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is performed with the lost eyes, and as shown in FIG. 22 (D-1), the effect is produced as it is with the lost eyes. The stop display of the symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is performed. The content of SP reach is not limited to the content in which characters battle each other, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-5. Movable body effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect at an arbitrary timing during the special figure variation effect. The movable body effect is an effect using a movable device such as the front movable device 55 and the rear movable device 56, and functions as an effect suggesting the degree of expectation of a big hit and the development to SP reach.

When developing from N reach to SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 23 (A), the board front movable device 55 first operates, and the board front upper left movable body 55ULk, the board front upper right movable body 55URk, and the board front upper right movable body 55URk. The front and lower movable bodies 55Dk are united to cover the main character in the normal state displayed on the display unit 50a.

Then, as shown in FIG. 23B, the rear-board movable device 56 is activated, the rear-board upper movable body 56Uk and the board-rear lower movable body 56Dk are united, and the normal state displayed on the display unit 50a is displayed. It enters between the main character of the above board, the front upper left movable body 55ULk, the upper right movable body 55URk, and the lower front lower movable body 55Dk, which are united and integrated, and covers the main character in the normal state.

Then, as shown in FIG. 23C, the board front upper left movable body 55ULk, the board front upper right movable body 55URk, and the board front lower movable body 55Dk temporarily return to the normal standby state (initial position). At this time, a black image is displayed (blacked out) as if it were turned off in the entire display unit 50a.

Then, as shown in FIG. 23 (D), the board front movable device 55 is activated again, and the board front upper left movable body 55ULk, the board front upper right movable body 55URk, and the board front lower movable body 55Dk are united. It covers the rear upper movable body 56Uk and the lower rear movable body 56Dk that are united and integrated.

Then, as shown in FIGS. 23 (E) to 23 (F), the front panel movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state (initial position), and the rear panel movable device 56 also returns to the normal standby state.

When the post-board movable device 56 returns to the normal standby state, a scene in which the main character transformed into the special state is displayed in large size on the display unit 50a is displayed, and the SP reach is developed. The operation content of the movable device in the movable body effect can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-6. Operation effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs an operation effect including an operation promotion effect using an operation means such as a sword-shaped button 41 and an operation result effect according to the operation of the operation means at an arbitrary timing during the special figure variation effect. It is possible. The operation promotion effect is an effect that encourages the player to operate the operation means, and the operation result effect is an effect that is performed in response to the operation of the operation means in the operation promotion effect. Functions as a production.

For example, as shown in FIG. 25 (C), when the winning / losing turning point is reached in the SP reach, a period during which the pressing operation of the sword-shaped button 41 is valid (sword-shaped button operation valid period) occurs, and this sword-shaped button operation As the validity period occurs, as shown in FIG. 26A, an effect of urging the operation of the sword-shaped button 41 (sword-shaped button operation promotion effect) is performed. In the sword-shaped button operation promotion effect, the sword-shaped button operation promotion image G3 is displayed on the display unit 50a. The sword-shaped button operation promotion image G3 includes an image (sword-shaped button image) G31 representing the sword-shaped button 41, an image (pressing operation image) G32 showing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the sword-shaped button 41, and a sword. An image (image of the remaining time of the operation valid period) G33 showing the remaining time of the operation valid period (sword-shaped button operation valid period) related to the operation of the mold button 41 is included. The sword-shaped button operation valid period remaining time image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the effect button operation valid period. .. Note that FIG. 26B shows a state in which the sword-shaped button operation valid period has occurred and one-third of the sword-shaped button operation valid time has elapsed.

Then, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the jackpot (for example, SP jackpot fluctuation), after the sword-shaped button 41 is pressed during the sword-shaped button operation valid period, or After the remaining time of the operation valid period is exhausted without the sword button 41 being operated during the sword-shaped button operation valid period, the operation result effect is performed before the jackpot notification effect is performed. As shown in FIG. 26 (C), the front panel movable device 55 is activated to combine the front panel front upper left movable body 55ULk, the board front upper right movable body 55URk, and the board front lower movable body 55Dk, and the board rear movable device 55. 56 is activated, and the upper rear movable body 56Uk and the lower rear movable body 56Dk are united and integrated.

On the other hand, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of reach loss (for example, SP loss fluctuation), even if the sword-shaped button 41 is pressed during the sword-shaped button operation valid period, Alternatively, even if the sword-shaped button 41 is not pressed and the remaining time of the effect button operation valid period is exhausted, the operation result effect is not performed and the loss notification effect is performed. The operation result effect is not limited to the operation of the front panel movable device 55 and the panel rear movable device 56, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-7. Pre-reading effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform pre-reading effect for special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold for which special figure lottery has not been performed, based on the result of the look-ahead determination at any timing of the special figure variation effect. It is possible. The look-ahead effect is an effect that suggests the degree of expectation of a big hit for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold, and functions as an effect that makes the big hit expected even before the variable display of the special figure.

When the game ball wins the first starting port 11 and the special figure 1 hold occurs, for example, as shown in FIG. 21 (A), the hold image G114 showing the number of the special figure 1 hold suggests the jackpot expectation. Display mode "☆" is displayed. There are a plurality of types of display modes in which the display colors are different from each other in the display mode suggesting the jackpot expectation. Here, blue, red, and gold are provided as modes for suggesting the jackpot expectation, and the jackpot expectation is set to increase in the order of blue <red <gold. The look-ahead effect can be performed on both or one of the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. The look-ahead effect is not limited to the display mode of the reserved image G114, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

5. Game control by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 28 to 29. The counter, timer, buffer, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 described below are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided on the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 28 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, first, the power-on process (S001) is performed. In the power-on processing, access permission setting to the game RAM 104, setting of the game CPU 102, setting of SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are performed.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are disabled (S002), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 9 (A) and 9 (B) are added and updated by 1. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of the counter of each random number may be a value other than "0" or may be changed at random. Further, at least a part of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated by using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

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

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 29, in the main timer interrupt process (S005), the output process (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), in each process described below, commands and the like set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the main control board 100 are output to the sub control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like.

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

The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. 28. That is, the counter value update processing of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 9A and 9B includes the execution period of the main timer interrupt processing (S005) and the other periods (main timer interrupt processing (main side timer interrupt processing). After the end of S005), it is performed both as a period until the next main side timer interrupt process (S005) is started).

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

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

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

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes the processes of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main process until the next interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 (see FIG. 28), and the interrupt pulse is input. (After about 4 msec), the main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. The game control microcomputer 101 is a command set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous main side timer interrupt process (S005) in the output process (S101) of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again. Etc. are output.

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

In the general winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the general winning opening sensor 10a. In addition, a command for the general winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the gate sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the gate sensor 13a. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, the normal symbol random number indicated by the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter is acquired, and the acquired ordinary symbol random number is stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106 provided in the game RAM 104. .. When a predetermined number (for example, 4) of ordinary symbol random numbers are stored in the ordinary symbol holding storage unit 106, the newly acquired ordinary symbol random numbers are not stored. In addition, a command for the gate sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second start port sensor 12a. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 2 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 2 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are not stored. Further, the second look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers and the second look-ahead determination table (see FIG. 14). Further, according to the result of the processing, a command for the second start port sensor including the second start winning command representing the result of the second look-ahead determination is generated.

In the first start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first start port sensor 11a. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 1 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 1 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 1 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are not stored. In addition, the first look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers and the first look-ahead determination table (see FIG. 14). Further, according to the result of the process, a command for the first start port sensor including the first start winning command representing the result of the first look-ahead determination is generated.

In the first large winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first large winning opening sensor 14a. In addition, a command for the first large winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second big winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second big winning opening sensor 15a. In addition, a command for the second winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the specific area sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 16a. In addition, a command for a specific area sensor is generated according to the result of the process.

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

The normal symbol standby process is a process performed during standby when the variable display of the normal figure and the auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal symbol standby process, the hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random numbers stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106. In addition, the normal map fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state to determine the normal map fluctuation pattern, and the variable display of the normal map is displayed based on the normal map fluctuation time associated with the determined normal map fluctuation pattern. Start with the normal map display 82. In addition, a command for waiting for a normal symbol is generated according to the result of the process.

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

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

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

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

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

In the special figure 2 determination process, the special symbol random numbers among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state (FIG. 11 (FIG. 11). A) and) are used to make a jackpot determination to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type is determined using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers and the special figure 2 jackpot symbol type determination table (see FIG. 11 (B)). The jackpot symbol type is determined. Then, a symbol designation command indicating the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 2 determination process. In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the special figure 2 according to the current gaming state. Using the variation pattern table (see FIG. 13), the variation pattern in Special Figure 2 is determined. The determination of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (special figure 2 hold number). Then, a special figure 2 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 2 fluctuation start command includes information about the special figure 2, information about the result of the jackpot judgment, information about the result of the reach judgment, information about the special figure fluctuation time associated with the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, and the like. included. Then, the special figure 2 display 81b is made to start the variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern.

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

In the special figure 1 determination process, the special symbol random numbers among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state (FIG. 11 (FIG. 11). A) and) are used to make a jackpot determination to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type is determined using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 1 jackpot symbol type determination table (see FIG. 11 (B)). The jackpot symbol type is determined. Then, a symbol designation command indicating the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 1 determination process. In the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the special figure 1 according to the current gaming state. Using the variation pattern table (see FIG. 12), the variation pattern of Special Figure 1 is determined. The determination of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (special figure 1 hold number). Then, a special figure 1 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 1 fluctuation start command is associated with the information regarding the special figure 1, the information regarding the result of the jackpot judgment, the information regarding the result of the reach judgment, the information regarding the result of the jackpot type judgment, and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern. Information such as special figure fluctuation time is included. Then, the special figure 1 display 81a is made to start the variable display of the special figure 1 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern.

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

If both the special figure 2 hold number and the special figure 1 hold number exist, the special figure 2 determination process is prioritized, and the variable display of the special figure 2 and the variable display of the special figure 1 are performed in parallel. It is not done.

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

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

[2-3-4. Big hit game control process]
The jackpot game control process is a process performed in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot game control process, the jackpot game is performed using the jackpot game control table (see FIG. 15). After the transition to the jackpot game state, each round game is started according to the passage of the opening time or the closing time. Then, a round game command indicating the start of the round game is generated. In addition, the ending is started according to the end of the final round game. Then, an ending command indicating the end of the jackpot game is generated. The ending command contains information about the result of the jackpot type determination.

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

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

6. Controlling the effect by the effect control microcomputer 121 Next, the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 will be described with reference to FIGS. 30 to 32. The counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following description of the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 are provided in the effect RAM 124.

[1. Sub-control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 121 provided on the sub control board 120 reads the program of the sub control main process shown in FIG. 30 from the effect ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, the power-on processing according to the power-on is performed (S4001). In the power-on processing, for example, the effect CPU 122 is set, and SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are set.

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

When the random number seed update process is completed, the command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display unit 50a according to the received command (executes various effects by the image). Further, the sub-control board 120 outputs sound from the speaker 52 via the sound control circuit 161 (executes various effects by sound) and a lamp control circuit, in addition to various effects performed by the image control board 140. The frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 are made to emit light via 151 (various effects are executed by the light emission), and the movable devices 55, 56, 57, 58 are operated (various effects are executed by the operation). Or).

The effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently enables interrupts (S4005). After that, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While the interrupt is enabled, the receive interrupt process (S4010), the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011), and the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) can be executed.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time an STB signal (strobe signal), that is, various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the external INT input unit of the effect control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the effect RAM 124. This receive interrupt process is executed in preference to other interrupt processes (S4011, S4012).

[2.1ms timer interrupt processing]
The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a 1 msec cycle is input to the sub control board 120. In the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011), the input process (S4101), the light emission data output process (S4102), the movable device control process (S4103), and the watchdog timer process (S4104) are sequentially performed.

In the input process, operations on operation units that can be operated by the player, such as the hemispherical button detection switch 40a and the sword-shaped button detection switch 41a, are detected. In the light emission data output process, light emission data is used to make lamps such as the frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 emit light at a timing that matches the effect of the image, etc., based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process described later. Is output to the lamp control circuit 151. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53, the panel lamp 54, and the like to emit light in a predetermined light emitting mode according to the light emission data. In the movable device control process, the drive data is used to produce a movable body effect that operates the movable devices 55, 56, 57, 58 and the like at a predetermined timing based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process. Is output. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a movable body effect that operates the movable devices 55, 56, 57, 58 and the like in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. In the watchdog timer process, the watchdog timer is reset.

[3.10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a cycle of 10 msec is input to the sub control board 120. In the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012), the received command analysis process (S4201), the effect timer update process (S4202), the voice control process (S4203), the effect data creation process (S4204), the image effect start process (S4205), and the effect The mode setting process (S4206) is sequentially performed.

In the receive command analysis process, the command stored in the receive buffer of the effect RAM 124 is analyzed by the receive interrupt process (S4010). In the effect timer update process, the timer for measuring the time related to each effect is updated. In the voice control process, voice data (data that controls the output of voice from the speaker 52) is created and output to the voice control circuit 161 based on the processing result of the received command analysis process. In the effect data creation process, the effect data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process. In the image effect start process, the image data is transmitted to the image control board 140 so that the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 displays the effect image based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process. That is, the image control board 140 controls the display of the effect image based on the image data. In the effect mode setting process, the effect mode is set based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the feature portion of the present invention will be described in detail as the first embodiment based on the above-mentioned pachinko gaming machine PY1. First, the jackpot game that can be executed by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described using the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 33.

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

As shown in FIG. 33, in the game control microcomputer 101, in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special diagram 1 determination process, the jackpot symbol 1 is 60% and the jackpot symbol 2 is 40%. Determine the type of. On the other hand, in the jackpot symbol type determination in the special figure 2 determination process, the jackpot symbol type is determined at a ratio of 60% for "big hit symbol 3" and 40% for "big hit symbol 4". The game control microcomputer 101 executes a jackpot game according to the determined type of jackpot symbol.

Here, the jackpot game will be described in detail. As shown in FIG. 33, in the "big hit game 1" executed when the "big hit symbol 1" is determined and the "big hit game 2" executed when the "big hit symbol 2" is determined, as shown in FIG. Round games are played 16 times. Then, from 1R to 8R, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and from 9R to 16R, the first is for a maximum of 0.1 seconds per round game. The big winning opening 14 opens. From 9R to 16R of this jackpot game, the opening time of the first big winning opening 14 is extremely short, and in reality, it is a round in which winning of the first big winning opening 14 cannot be expected. That is, although the total number of round games in this jackpot game is 16, the actual number of round games is eight.

In addition, in the "big hit game 3" executed when the "big hit symbol 3" is determined and the "big hit game 4" executed when the "big hit symbol 4" is determined, the round game is played 16 times. Will be done. Then, in all of 1R to 16R, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. That is, in this jackpot game, the total number of round games and the actual number of round games are 16 times.

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

Next, a game state in which the game control microcomputer 101 can be controlled will be described.

The game control microcomputer 101 saves time even after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games "big hit game 1", "big hit game 2", "big hit game 3", and "big hit game 4" is executed. Set the state. Further, after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games of "big hit game 1" and "big hit game 3" is executed, a high probability state is set, while "big hit game 2" and "big hit game 4" After the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games is executed, the high probability state is not set (the normal probability state is set). Therefore, after the jackpot game state in which any of the jackpot games 1 and the jackpot game 3 is executed, the control is performed in the "high probability high base game state" in which the high probability state and the time saving state are set. Then, after the jackpot game state in which either the jackpot game 2 or the jackpot game 4 is executed, the control is performed in the "low probability low base game state" in which the normal probability state and the time saving state are set. To do.

Here, the "high-probability high-base game state" can be continued until the next jackpot game is executed. On the other hand, the "low probability high base game state" can be continued until the number of variable display of the special figure reaches 100 times.

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

Next, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern that can be determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described using the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 34.

The game control microcomputer 101 is the result of the jackpot determination performed in the special figure 1 determination process, the result of the jackpot symbol type determination, and the result of the reach determination in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process when the non-time saving state is set. And the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined using the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 34 based on the special figure fluctuation pattern random number. As shown in FIG. 34, it is possible to determine 12 types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns of "THP001" to "THP009", "THP021" and "THP031" to "THP032" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. .. Which special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined is sorted by the special figure fluctuation pattern random number.

If the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" and the result of the jackpot symbol type determination is "big hit symbol 1" or "big hit symbol 2", the special figure 1 variation patterns are "THP001" to "THP003" and It is possible to determine four types of "THP021". Of the four types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns, "THP001" is easier to determine than the other special figure 1 fluctuation patterns.

When the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the result of the reach judgment is "with reach", 5 of "THP004" to "THP006" and "THP031" to "THP032" are used as the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns. It is possible to determine the type. Of the five types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns, "THP006" is the easiest to determine.

When the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing" and the result of the reach judgment is "no reach", it is possible to determine three types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns, "THP007" to "THP009". is there. Which of the three types of special figure 1 fluctuation patterns is determined is assigned according to the number of special figure 1 reserved. When the number of special figures 1 reserved is 0 to 2, it is easy to determine "THP007" with a relatively long special figure fluctuation time of 13000 ms, and when the number of special figures 1 reserved is 3 to 4, the special figure 1 is reserved. It is easy to determine "THP009" of 4000 ms, which has a relatively short fluctuation time.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 35 to 36, a special figure variation effect that can be executed by the effect control microcomputer 121 according to the special figure 1 variation pattern determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. First, the main effects that can be performed in the special figure variation effect will be described.

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

B. After the reach "normal fluctuation", the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed with the same symbol. Since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" or "missing", it functions as an effect in which a jackpot game may be performed. Further, since a reach effect such as "SP reach" or "L reach" may be performed after that, it also functions as an effect suggesting that the reach effect may be performed.

C. N Reach This is a production that may be performed after the "reach" is established. Since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" or "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed.

D. Development production This is a production that may be performed after "N reach". After that, a reach effect such as "SP reach" or "L reach" may be performed, so that it functions as an effect suggesting that the reach effect is performed.

E. Special reach This is a production that may be performed after the "N reach" without going through the "development production". Since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" or "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed. In addition, since it is easier to perform the jackpot determination result when the jackpot determination result is "big hit" than when it is "missing", it also functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is likely to be performed.

F. Fanning production This is a production that may be performed after the "special reach". Since it is easier to perform when the result of the jackpot determination is "missing" than when it is "missing", it functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is more likely to be performed. Further, since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot symbol type determination is "big hit symbol 1" or "big hit symbol 2", either "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" is performed. It also functions as a production that suggests that there is a possibility that

G. Pre-stage dialogue production This is a production that may be performed after the "normal fluctuation" has started. Since it may be performed when the "reach" is established after that, it functions as an effect suggesting that the "reach" may be established. Further, since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot symbol type determination is "big hit symbol 1" or "big hit symbol 2", either "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" is performed. It also functions as a production that suggests that there is a possibility that

H. Post-stage dialogue production This is a production that may be performed after the "fanning production" has started. Since it may be performed regardless of whether the result of the jackpot symbol type determination is "big hit symbol 1" or "big hit symbol 2", either "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" is performed. It functions as a production that suggests that there is a possibility of being damaged.

Next, the production flow of the main special figure variation effect will be described in detail. Here, the effect image displayed on the display unit 50a will be mainly described, but depending on the display of the effect image, a light emission effect using the frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54, a sound effect using the speaker 52, and a sound effect will be described. Is executed.

First, the special figure fluctuation effect for the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern “THP021” will be described. This special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is associated with "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" (rightmost column in the table of FIG. 34). In the special figure fluctuation production of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", the production flow mainly composed of "normal fluctuation-> reach-> N reach-> development production-> special reach-> fanning production" is executed (in the table of FIG. 34). Second column from the right).

In the special figure variation effect of "special / fanning jackpot variation", as shown in FIG. 35 (A), on the background image displayed on the display unit 50a (for example, the daytime normal background image G102), the effect symbols EZ1 and Along with the variation display of EZ2 and EZ3, "normal variation" is performed in which the variation display of the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 is performed. At this time, although the details will be described later, "pre-stage dialogue production" may be performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (B), the left effect symbol EZ1 temporarily stops at the substantially center position in the vertical direction, and then the right effect symbol EZ3 having the same number as the left effect symbol EZ1 is at the substantially center position in the vertical direction. "Reach" is established by temporarily stopping in line in the horizontal direction. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (C), "N reach" is performed in which the middle effect symbol EZ2 gradually decelerates.

After "N reach", "special" without "development production (see FIG. 23)" suggesting that the production will develop (either "SP reach" or "L reach" will be performed). "Reach" is performed. In the "special reach", as shown in FIG. 35 (D), a background image dedicated to the special reach (background image G115 for the special reach) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and a scene in which the main character challenges the mission is displayed. .. Then, an image G4 (an image of "achieve the mission!") Showing that the "special reach" has been started is displayed on the display unit 50a.

The "special reach" is further advanced, and as shown in FIG. 36 (A), the scene in which the main character has achieved the mission is displayed on the display unit 50a, and then the "fanning effect" is performed. In the "fanning effect", as shown in FIG. 36B, a scene in which a ally character appears on the display unit 50a and tries to shout something is displayed. At this time, although the details will be described later, the "post-stage dialogue production" is performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 36C, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit.

Next, the special figure variation effect for the special figure 1 variation pattern “THP031” will be described. This special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is associated with "special / fanning loss fluctuation" (rightmost column in the table of FIG. 34). In the special figure fluctuation production of "special / fanning loss fluctuation", the production flow mainly composed of "normal fluctuation-> reach-> N reach-> development production-> special reach-> fanning production" is executed (in the table of FIG. 34). Second column from the right).

The special figure fluctuation effect of "special / fanning loss fluctuation" is the same production flow as "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" up to "fanning effect" (Figs. 35 (A) to 35 (D), Fig. 36 (A). ) ~ FIG. 36 (B)). After the "fanning effect", as shown in FIG. 36 (D), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating loss. In addition, the above-mentioned "post-stage dialogue production" may be performed in this "fanning production".

Next, the special figure fluctuation effect for the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern “THP032” will be described. This special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is associated with "special loss fluctuation" (rightmost column in the table of FIG. 34). In the special figure fluctuation production of "special loss fluctuation", the production flow mainly composed of "normal fluctuation-> reach-> N reach-> development production-> special reach" is executed (second from the right in the table of FIG. 34). Column).

The special figure fluctuation effect of "special loss variation" is the same effect flow as "special / fanning jackpot variation" up to "special reach" (FIGS. 35 (A) to 35 (D)). After the "special reach", as shown in FIG. 36 (E), the scene in which the ally character fails in the mission is displayed on the display unit 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 36 (F), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode showing loss.

Next, the "pre-stage dialogue production" will be described in detail. Based on the pre-stage serif effect selection table shown in FIG. 37 (A), the effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "pre-stage serif effect" after the "normal variation" is started in the special figure variation effect. ..

There are five types of dialogues in the "pre-stage dialogue production": dialogue A, dialogue B, dialogue C, dialogue D, and dialogue E. In the "previous stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue A, the dialogue image of "..." is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice is not output from the speaker 52. In the "pre-stage dialogue production" of dialogue B, "REACH? ”Is displayed, and the speaker 52“ Reach? ”Is displayed. 』The dialogue voice is output. In the "pre-stage dialogue production" of dialogue C, "REACH! ”Is displayed, and the speaker 52“ Reach! ”Is displayed. 』The dialogue voice is output. In the "previous stage dialogue production" of the dialogue D, the dialogue image of "BIGBONUS may" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice of "big bonus may be" is output from the speaker 52. In the "previous stage dialogue production" of the dialogue E, the dialogue image of "SMALLBONUS may be" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice of "small bonus may be" is output from the speaker 52.

Further, as will be described in detail later, the dialogue images of dialogue B, dialogue C, dialogue D and dialogue E include a still image (first display mode) and a moving image (second display mode), and dialogue A. There is only a still image (first display mode) in the dialogue image of.

As shown in FIG. 37 (A), the effect control microcomputer 121 "previous stage dialogue effect" according to the type of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern, or according to the type of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern and the type of the jackpot symbol. ", Or when the" pre-stage dialogue effect "is executed, which dialogue image is to be displayed is selected at different ratios. Here, the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns are "normal A loss fluctuation", "special loss fluctuation", "SP loss fluctuation", "special / fanning loss fluctuation", "SP jackpot fluctuation", and "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation". In either case, the "pre-stage dialogue effect" can be executed.

In the case of "normal A loss fluctuation", select non-execution at a ratio of 60%, dialogue A at 30%, dialogue B at 10% (still image: 10% / moving image: 0%), dialogue C, dialogue. Do not select D and line E. In this special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss without establishing "reach".

In the case of "special loss fluctuation", non-execution is 30%, dialogue A is 10%, dialogue B is 20% (still image: 20% / moving image: 0%), dialogue C is 30% (still image: 20). % / Moving image: 10%), Dialogue D 5% (Still image: 5% / Moving image: 0%), Dialogue E 5% (Still image: 5% / Moving image: 0%) To do. In these special symbol variation effects, the "reach" is established, but after the "special reach", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss.

In the case of "SP loss fluctuation" or "special / fanning loss fluctuation", non-execution is 20%, dialogue A is 10%, dialogue B is 10% (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), dialogue C 40% (still image: 10% / moving image: 30%), dialogue D 10% (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), dialogue E 10% (still image: 5% / moving image) : 5%) is selected. In these special symbol variation effects, "reach" is established, but after "SP reach" or "special reach" and "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 It is stopped and displayed in a manner indicating loss.

In the case of "SP jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 1", non-execution is 35%, dialogue A is 5%, dialogue B is 10% (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), dialogue C. Is selected at a ratio of 40% (still image: 10% / moving image: 30%), dialogue D is selected at a ratio of 10% (still image: 3% / moving image: 7%), and dialogue D is not selected. In this special figure variation effect, "reach" is established, and after "SP reach", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, and "big hit game 1" Is executed.

In the case of "SP jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 2", non-execution is 35%, dialogue A is 5%, dialogue B is 10% (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), dialogue C. Is selected at a ratio of 40% (still image: 20% / moving image: 20%), dialogue E is selected at a ratio of 10% (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), and dialogue D is not selected. In this special figure variation effect, "reach" is established, and after "SP reach", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, and "big hit game 2" Is executed.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 1", 25% for non-execution, 5% for dialogue A, 10% for dialogue B (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), The dialogue C is selected at a ratio of 40% (still image: 10% / moving image: 30%), the dialogue D is selected at a ratio of 20% (still image: 5% / moving image: 15%), and the dialogue E is not selected. In this special figure variation effect, "reach" is established, and after "special reach" and "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit. Then, "Big hit game 1" is executed.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 2", 25% for non-execution, 5% for dialogue A, 10% for dialogue B (still image: 5% / moving image: 5%), The dialogue C is selected at a ratio of 40% (still image: 20% / moving image: 20%), the dialogue E is selected at a ratio of 20% (still image: 10% / moving image: 10%), and the dialogue D is not selected. In this special figure variation effect, "reach" is established, and after "special reach" and "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit. Then, "Big hit game 2" is executed.

Here, the roles of the "pre-stage dialogue production" of each of dialogue A, dialogue B, dialogue C, dialogue D, and dialogue E will be described.

As shown in FIG. 37 (A), the dialogue A is easily selected in the "normal A loss fluctuation" in which the "reach" is not established, and the "reach" is established, the "special loss fluctuation", the "SP loss fluctuation", Since it is difficult to select in "special / fanning loss fluctuation", "SP jackpot fluctuation" and "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", it is unlikely that "reach" will be established in the "previous stage dialogue production" of dialogue A. It functions as a suggestive effect.

As shown in FIG. 37 (A), the dialogue B is more difficult to be selected than the dialogue A in the "normal A loss fluctuation" in which the "reach" is not established. It functions as a production that suggests that "reach" is more likely to be established than "previous stage dialogue production".

As shown in FIG. 37 (A), the dialogue C, dialogue D and dialogue E are not selected in the "normal A loss fluctuation" in which the "reach" is not established, and the "special loss" is established in which the "reach" is established. Since it may be selected in "Variation", "SP Loss Fluctuation", "Special / Fan Loss Fluctuation", "SP Jackpot Fluctuation" and "Special / Fan Jack Jack Fluctuation", "Previous stage" of Dialogue C, Dialogue D and Dialogue E The "line effect" functions as an effect that suggests that "reach" is established.

In addition, the dialogue D may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1" in "SP jackpot fluctuation" or "special / fanned jackpot fluctuation", but is selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2". There is no. In addition, the dialogue E may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2" in "SP jackpot fluctuation" or "special / fanned jackpot fluctuation", but is selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1". There is no. Therefore, it is more likely that the "big hit game 1" will be performed in the "pre-stage dialogue production" of the dialogue D than in the "pre-stage dialogue production" of the dialogue E (there is a high probability that the "high probability high-base game state" will occur. It functions as an effect that suggests (that), or an effect that suggests that "big hit game 1" is performed (becomes a "high probability high base game state").

Next, the "second stage dialogue production" will be described in detail. Based on the latter-stage dialogue effect selection table shown in FIG. 37 (B), the effect control microcomputer 121 can execute the "post-stage dialogue effect" after the "fanning effect" is started in the special figure variation effect. .. Here, it is feasible when the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is either "special / fanning loss fluctuation" or "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation".

There are five types of dialogues in the "second stage dialogue production": dialogue F, dialogue G, dialogue H, dialogue I, and dialogue J. In the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue F, the dialogue image of "..." is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice is not output from the speaker 52. In the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue G, the dialogue image of "BIGBONUS may" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice of "big bonus may be" is output from the speaker 52. In the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue H, the dialogue image of "SMALLBONUS may be" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice of "small bonus may be" is output from the speaker 52. In the "second stage dialogue production" of dialogue I, "BIGBONUS!" Is displayed on the display unit 50a. Is displayed, and the speaker 52 says "Big bonus!" 』The dialogue voice is output. In the "second stage dialogue production" of dialogue J, "SMALLBONUS! ”Is displayed, and the speaker 52 outputs the“ Small Bonus ”line voice.

Further, as will be described in detail later, the dialogue images of dialogue G and dialogue H include a still image (first display mode) and a moving image (second display mode), and the dialogue image of dialogue F includes a dialogue image. There is only a still image (first display mode), and there is only a moving image (second display mode) in the dialogue image of dialogue I and dialogue J.

As shown in FIG. 37 (B), the effect control microcomputer 121 produces a "sequel dialogue effect" according to the type of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern, or according to the type of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern and the type of the jackpot symbol. ", Which dialogue image is to be displayed is selected at different ratios.

In the case of "special / fanning loss fluctuation", the dialogue F is 60%, the dialogue G is 20% (still image: 15% / moving image: 5%), and the dialogue H is 20% (still image: 15% / moving image). : 5%), and do not select dialogue I and dialogue J. In this special figure variation effect, after the "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 1", the dialogue F is 5%, the dialogue G is 15% (still image: 5% / moving image: 10%), and the dialogue I is 80%. Select by percentage, do not select dialogue H and dialogue J. In this special figure variation effect, after the "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit, and the "big hit game 1" is executed.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 2", the dialogue F is 5%, the dialogue H is 20% (still image: 10% / moving image: 10%), and the dialogue J is 75%. Select by percentage and do not select dialogue G and dialogue I. In this special figure variation effect, after the "fan effect", the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit, and the "big hit game 2" is executed.

Here, the role of each of the dialogue F, the dialogue G, the dialogue H, the dialogue I, and the dialogue J will be described.

As shown in FIG. 37 (B), the dialogue F is easy to be selected in the “special / fanning loss fluctuation” that is a loss, and is difficult to be selected in the “special / fanning jackpot fluctuation” that is a jackpot. The "line effect" functions as an effect that suggests that the jackpot game is unlikely to be performed.

As shown in FIG. 37 (B), the dialogue G and the dialogue H are more difficult to be selected than the dialogue F in the “special / fanning loss fluctuation” which is a loss, so that the “post-stage dialogue production” of the dialogue G and the dialogue H is , It functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game is more likely to be performed than the "second stage line effect" of the dialogue F.

Further, the dialogue G may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but is not selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2". In addition, the dialogue H may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but is not selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1". Therefore, it is more likely that the "big hit game 1" will be performed in the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue G than in the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue H (there is a high probability that the "high probability high base game state" will occur. It functions as a production that suggests that.

As shown in FIG. 37 (B), the dialogue I and the dialogue J are not selected in the “special / fanning loss fluctuation” that is a loss, but are selected in the “special / fanning jackpot fluctuation” that is a jackpot. Therefore, the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue I and the dialogue J functions as an effect suggesting that the jackpot game is performed.

Further, the dialogue I may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but is not selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2". Further, the dialogue J may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but is not selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1". Therefore, it is more likely that the "big hit game 1" will be performed in the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue I than in the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue J (there is a high probability that the "high probability high base game state" will occur. It functions as a production that suggests that.

Next, the dialogue image of the "first stage dialogue production" or the "second stage dialogue production" will be described in detail. As described above, the dialogue image of the "pre-stage dialogue effect" or the "second-stage dialogue effect" is displayed as a still image (first display mode) and as a moving image (second display mode). There are times.

38 (A) to 38 (C) are diagrams showing a state when the serif image is displayed as a still image in the "previous stage serif effect". As shown in FIG. 38 (A), when all of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner (before the "reach" is established) after the "normal variation" is started in the special figure variation effect. The ally character image G5 is displayed at the right end on the background image (for example, the daytime normal background image G102) displayed on the display unit 50a. After that, as shown in FIG. 38 (B), the blowout image G6 is displayed on the left side of the ally character image G5. Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (C), the dialogue image is displayed as a still image on the blowout image G6 (here, the dialogue image of "REACH may be"). The dialogue image displayed as a still image continues to be displayed without moving with respect to the background image, and is erased together with the ally character image G5 and the blowout image G6 before the left effect symbol EZ1 is temporarily stopped (predetermined time (predetermined time (predetermined time (predetermined time)). For example, it will be erased in 3 seconds).

FIGS. 38 (D) to 38 (F) are diagrams showing a state in which a serif image is displayed as a moving image in the “pre-stage serif effect”. As shown in FIG. 38 (D), when all of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner (before the "reach" is established) after the "normal variation" is started in the special figure variation effect. The ally character image G5 is displayed at the right end on the background image (for example, the daytime normal background image G102) displayed on the display unit 50a. After that, as shown in FIG. 38 (E), a moving image in which the dialogue image moves to the left side by character is displayed on the left side of the ally character image G5 as if it was emitted from the mouth of the ally character. Then, as shown in FIG. 38 (F), when all the characters in the dialogue image are displayed, the movement of the dialogue image is stopped (here, the dialogue image of "REACH!"). The dialogue image displayed as a moving image continues to be displayed even after all the characters are displayed, and is erased together with the ally character image G5 before the left effect symbol EZ1 is temporarily stopped (predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds)). Will be erased with).

39 (A) to 39 (C) are views showing a state when a serif image is displayed as a still image in the “sequel serif effect”. After the "fanning effect" is started in the special figure variation effect, as shown in FIG. 39 (A), the ally character image G7 is displayed at the right end on the special reach background image G115 displayed on the display unit 50a. To. After that, as shown in FIG. 39 (B), the blown image G8 is displayed on the left side of the character image G7. Then, as shown in FIG. 39 (C), the dialogue image is displayed as a still image on the blowout image G8 (here, the dialogue image of "BIGBONUS may be"). The dialogue image displayed as a still image continues to be displayed without moving with respect to the background image, and is erased together with the ally character image G7 and the blowout image G8 before the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped (predetermined). Erased in time (eg 3 seconds)).

39 (D) to 39 (F) are diagrams showing a state when a serif image is displayed as a moving image in the “sequel serif effect”. After the "fanning effect" is started in the special figure variation effect, as shown in FIG. 39 (D), the ally character image G7 is displayed at the right end on the special reach background image G115 displayed on the display unit 50a. To. After that, as shown in FIG. 39 (E), a moving image in which the dialogue image moves to the left side by character is displayed on the left side of the ally character image G7 as if it was emitted from the mouth of the ally character. Then, when all the characters in the dialogue image are displayed, the movement of the dialogue image stops (here, the dialogue image of "BIGBONUS!"). The dialogue image displayed as a moving image continues to be displayed even after all the characters are displayed. Then, when the dialogue image displayed as the moving image is any of dialogue G and dialogue H, it is erased before the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped (predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds)). Will be erased with). On the other hand, when the dialogue image displayed as the moving image is any of dialogue J and dialogue I, as shown in FIG. 39 (F), it continues even if the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped. It continues to be displayed and is erased during the jackpot game (for example, it is erased at the end of the opening).

Here, the roles of the still image and the moving image in the dialogue image of the “sequel dialogue production” will be described. The "second-stage dialogue effect (still image effect)" in which the dialogue image is displayed as a still image is easy to be selected in the "special / fanning loss fluctuation" that is a loss, and is difficult to be selected in the "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" that is a jackpot. .. In addition, the "second-stage dialogue effect (video effect)" in which the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image is difficult to be selected in the "special / fanning loss fluctuation" that is a loss, and is selected in the "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" that is a big hit. easy. Therefore, the "post-stage dialogue effect" in which the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game is more likely to be performed than the "post-stage dialogue effect" in which the dialogue image is displayed as a still image. To do.

In addition, the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue I in which the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 1" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but "big hit symbol". In the case of "2", it is not selected. In addition, the "second stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue J in which the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image may be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2" in "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation", but "big hit symbol". In the case of "1", it is not selected. Therefore, there is a possibility that "big hit game 1" will be performed in the "second stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue I in which the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image, rather than in the "second stage dialogue production" of the dialogue J in which the dialogue image is displayed in the moving image. Is high (there is a high probability of becoming a "high probability high base game state"), or "big hit game 1" is performed (becoming a "high probability high base game state"). It functions as a suggestive effect.

Next, the ally character image G7 displayed in the "post-stage dialogue effect" will be described in detail. The effect control microcomputer 121 displays the ally character image on the display unit 50a based on the ally character selection table shown in FIG. 37 (C), and also makes a voice different from the ally character image according to the ally character image from the speaker 52. It is possible to output.

There are three types of ally character images displayed in the "post-stage dialogue effect": ally character A, ally character B, and ally character C. In the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the ally character A, the image of the ally character A is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice is output from the speaker 52 by the voice of the ally character A. In the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the ally character B, the image of the ally character B is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice is output from the speaker 52 by the voice of the ally character B. In the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the ally character C, the image of the ally character C is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the dialogue voice is output from the speaker 52 by the voice of the ally character C.

As shown in FIG. 37 (C), the effect control microcomputer 121 has a "sequel-stage dialogue effect" according to the type of the special figure 1 variation pattern, or the type of the special figure 1 variation pattern and the jackpot symbol. ", Select which ally character's image is to be displayed at different ratios.

In the case of "special / fanning loss fluctuation", the ally character A is selected at a ratio of 70%, the ally character B is selected at 20%, and the ally character C is selected at a ratio of 10%. In this special symbol variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 1", the ally character A is selected at a ratio of 30%, the ally character B is selected at 30%, and the ally character C is selected at a ratio of 40%. In this special symbol variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, and the "big hit game 1" is executed.

In the case of "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation" and "big hit symbol 2", the ally character A is selected at a ratio of 30%, the ally character B is selected at 40%, and the ally character C is selected at a ratio of 30%. In this special symbol variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, and the "big hit game 2" is executed.

Here, the role of each of the ally character A, the ally character B, and the ally character C in the "post-stage dialogue effect" will be described.

As shown in FIG. 37 (C), the ally character A is easy to be selected in the “special / fanning loss fluctuation” that is a loss, and is difficult to be selected in the “special / fanning jackpot fluctuation” that is a big hit. The "second stage dialogue effect" functions as an effect that suggests that the jackpot game is unlikely to be performed.

As shown in FIG. 37 (C), the ally character B and the ally character C are more difficult to be selected than the ally character A in the “special / fanning loss fluctuation” that is a loss, so that the ally character B and the ally character C “ The "second-stage dialogue effect" functions as an effect that suggests that the jackpot game is more likely to be performed than the "second-stage dialogue effect" of the ally character A.

Further, the ally character B is more likely to be selected in the case of "big hit symbol 2" than in the case of "big hit symbol 1" in the "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation". Further, the ally character C is more likely to be selected in the case of "big hit symbol A" than in the case of "big hit symbol 2" in the "special / fanning jackpot fluctuation". Therefore, it is more likely that the "big hit game 1" will be performed in the "second stage dialogue production" of the ally character C than in the "second stage dialogue production" of the ally character B (there is a possibility of becoming a "high probability high base game state"). It functions as a production that suggests (high).

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

(1) Since the dialogue image of "first stage dialogue production" or "second stage dialogue production" may be displayed as a still image or a moving image, the variation of the production increases and the interest of the game is improved. It is possible to make it.

(2) In the "first stage dialogue production" or "second stage dialogue production", the probability that the jackpot game will be performed differs between when the dialogue image is displayed as a still image and when it is displayed as a moving image. Depending on the displayed content of the image, it is possible to make the player happy and depressed.

(3) In the "first stage dialogue production" or "second stage dialogue production", "big hit game 1" is more likely to be performed when the content of the dialogue is "BIGBONUS may" than when the dialogue is "SMALLBONUS may" ("high hit game 1"). Since it is easy to be in a high-probability base game state), it is possible to make the player happy and depressed depending on the content of the dialogue.

(4) As the content of the dialogue, "SMALLBONUS! ] And "BIGBONUS! ], Etc., which directly suggests that "big hit game 1" or "big hit game 2" will be performed, so that it is possible to teach the player the contents of the big hit game to be executed in an easy-to-understand manner.

(5) In the "second stage dialogue production", the jackpot game is more likely to be performed when the type of the ally character is the ally character B or C than when the type of the ally character A. It is possible to make one happy and one sad.

(6) In the "second stage dialogue production", "big hit game 1" is more likely to be performed when the type of the ally character is ally character C than when the ally character is B (in the "high probability high base game state"). Because it is easy to become), it is possible to make the player happy and depressed depending on the type of ally character.

<Example of modification of the first embodiment>
Hereinafter, a modified example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be described.

In the first embodiment, the "previous stage dialogue effect" is "normal A loss fluctuation", "special A loss fluctuation", "SP loss fluctuation", "special / fanning loss fluctuation", "SP jackpot fluctuation" and "special / special / Although it is executed by the special figure fluctuation effect for any of the fluctuation patterns of "fanning jackpot fluctuation", it may be executed by the special figure variation effect for other fluctuation patterns.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "second-stage dialogue effect" is executed as a special figure variation effect for any of the special figure variation patterns of "special / fanning loss variation" and "special / fanning jackpot variation". It may be executed by the special figure variation effect for other variation patterns.

Further, in the first embodiment, the jackpot game is more likely to be performed when the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image than when it is displayed as a still image, but the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image. The jackpot game may be easier to be performed when the still image is displayed than when the image is displayed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "big hit game 1" is more likely to be performed when the dialogue image is displayed as a moving image than when the dialogue image is displayed as a still image, but the dialogue image is a moving image. The "big hit game 1" may be more easily performed when the still image is displayed than when the image is displayed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the dialogue image displayed as a still image is prevented from moving with respect to the background image, but within a range in which the player can recognize the difference from the dialogue image displayed as a moving image. , It may be moved with respect to the background image. In this case, it is preferable that the movement amount is smaller than the movement amount of the dialogue image displayed in the moving image.

Further, in the first embodiment, the dialogue image may be displayed as a still image or as a moving image, but only the still image or the moving image is used, and the display mode other than the movement is different. You may let it. For example, there may be a case where the dialogue image is displayed as a black still image and a case where the dialogue image is displayed as a red still image.

Further, in the first embodiment, a still image and a moving image are provided in any of the dialogue images of the "pre-stage dialogue effect" and the "post-stage dialogue effect", but the dialogue image of the "pre-stage dialogue effect" has a line image. It is possible that only the still image is provided, and the still image and the moving image are provided only in the dialogue image of the “post-stage dialogue effect”.

Further, in the first embodiment, there are five types of dialogues in the "first stage dialogue production" and five types of dialogues in the "second stage dialogue production", but there may be more or less types than that. good.

Further, in the first embodiment, both the "pre-stage serif effect" and the "post-stage serif effect" are executed, but only the "post-stage serif effect" may be executed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "previous stage dialogue effect" is executed during the "normal fluctuation", but it may be executed during another effect. For example, it may be executed when "reach" is established.

Further, in the first embodiment, the "post-stage dialogue effect" is executed during the "fanning effect", but it may be executed during another effect. For example, the "post-stage dialogue effect" of the dialogue I or dialogue J in which the jackpot game is subsequently performed may be executed during the opening of the jackpot game.

Further, in the first embodiment, each of the dialogue images of the "first stage dialogue effect" and the "second stage dialogue production" and the dialogue voice are completely the same, but as long as the player can recognize that they have the same meaning. It may be different. For example, the dialogue image is "BIGBONUS? ], The dialogue voice may be "Big Bonus". Further, the lyrics telop may be displayed as a dialogue image, and the singing voice singing the lyrics may be output as the dialogue voice.

Further, in the first embodiment, as the ally character image displayed in the "post-stage dialogue effect", any one of the ally character A, the ally character B, and the ally character C is used, but a plurality of ally character images are used. It may be displayed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the ally character image displayed in the "post-stage dialogue effect" is any one of the ally character A, the ally character B, and the ally character C, but one type of ally character image. However, the display mode of the ally character may be different. For example, there may be times when the ally character image is displayed in blue and times when it is displayed in red.

Further, the dialogue contents of the "first-stage dialogue effect" and the "second-stage dialogue production" in the first embodiment are not limited to sentences, and words and the like can be appropriately changed.

<Other changes>
Hereinafter, other modifications of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the embodiment will be described with respect to the gaming machine of the present invention.

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

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

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

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

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

<Other inventions disclosed in the first embodiment>
The following inventions A and B are disclosed up to the preceding paragraph in this [form for carrying out the invention]. In the description of Invention A and Invention B, the names and expressions of the corresponding configurations in the embodiment of the invention described above and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, elements such as means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A3, and invention B is a general term for the following inventions B1 to B3.

The gaming machine according to the invention A1
A special game execution means (game control microcomputer 101) that performs a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
It is provided with an effect executing means (effect control microcomputer 121) for executing a predetermined effect by using an effect means including a predetermined display means (image display device 50) and a predetermined audio output means (speaker 52).
The effect executing means outputs a line suggesting that the special game may be performed from the voice output means, and displays a character image of the line on the display means (pre-stage line effect, post-stage). (Speech production) may be executed,
The suggestion effect includes a still image effect in which the character image of the dialogue is displayed as a still image, and a moving image effect in which the character image of the dialogue is displayed as a moving image.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention A2
A gaming machine according to invention A1.
The probability that the special game will be performed differs between when the still image effect is executed and when the moving image effect is executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention A3
A gaming machine according to invention A1 or invention A2.
The special game executing means is when the first special game (big hit game 2) is performed as the special game and when the second special game (big hit game 1) which is more advantageous to the player than the first special game is performed. And there is
In the moving image production, the first moving image (“small bonus”, “small bonus”) is output from the audio output means, and the character image of the first line is displayed on the display means. The production and the second dialogue ("Big bonus", "Big bonus") different from the first dialogue are output from the voice output means, and the character image of the second dialogue is used as the display means. There is a second video production to display,
The probability that the second special game will be performed differs between when the first moving image effect is executed and when the second moving image effect is executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention B1
A special game execution means (game control microcomputer 101) that performs a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
It is provided with an effect executing means (effect control microcomputer 121) for executing a predetermined effect by using an effect means including a predetermined display means (image display device 50).
The effect executing means may execute a suggestion effect (pre-stage serif effect, post-stage serif effect) for displaying a character image suggesting that the special game may be performed on the display means.
The suggestion effect includes a moving image effect for displaying the character image as a moving image.
The special game is more likely to be performed when the moving image effect is executed than when the moving image effect is not executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention B2
A gaming machine according to invention B1.
The special game executing means is when the first special game (big hit game 2) is performed as the special game and when the second special game (big hit game 1) which is more advantageous to the player than the first special game is performed. And there is
The moving image effect includes a first moving image effect in which a first character image (“SMALLBONUS may”, “SMALLBONUS!”) Is displayed on the display means, and a second character image different from the first character image. There is a second video production that displays ("BIGBONUS may", "BIGBONUS!") On the display means.
The second special game is more likely to be performed when the second moving image effect is executed than when the first moving image effect is executed.
It is characterized by that.

The gaming machine according to the invention B3
A gaming machine according to invention B2.
The second character image includes a character image suggesting the second special game.
It is characterized by that.

According to Invention A and Invention B, with respect to the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-108919 as a prior art document, a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of the game is provided for the problems described below. It has the effect of being able to do. In a conventional gaming machine, a determination is made based on the establishment of a starting condition, and a special game is performed based on the result of the determination. For example, a judgment is made by winning (winning) a game ball into the starting opening, and as a special game, a round game involving opening of the large winning opening is performed. A large number of prize balls can be obtained by winning a game ball in the large prize opening. The result of the determination is displayed to the player by the stop mode of the symbol after the symbol display means displays the variation of the symbol and then displays the stop. Further, in the gaming machine, various effects are performed based on the result of the determination. For example, a dialogue notice suggesting the possibility that a special game (big hit game) will be performed on the liquid crystal is performed. Therefore, the issue is that there is room for improvement regarding the production, and by installing the improved production, it is expected that the interest of the game will be improved. Therefore, by providing a gaming machine that contributes to the improvement of the interest of the game through the production. is there.

PY1 ... Pachinko game machine 1 ... Game board 50 ... Image display device 52 ... Speaker 101 ... Game control microcomputer 121 ... Production control microcomputer

Claims (1)

A special game execution means for performing a special game that is advantageous to the player,
It is provided with an effect executing means for executing a predetermined effect by using a predetermined display means and an effect means including a predetermined audio output means.
The special game execution means includes, as the special game, a time when a first special game is performed and a case where a second special game which is more advantageous to the player than the first special game is performed.
The effect executing means is
A suggestion effect may be executed in which a dialogue suggesting the execution of the special game is output from the voice output means and a character image of the dialogue is displayed on the display means as either a still image or a moving image.
In the suggestion effect, the first suggestion effect in which the first dialogue is output from the voice output means and the character image of the first dialogue is displayed on the display means is different from the first dialogue. There is a second suggestion effect in which the second dialogue is output from the voice output means and the character image of the second dialogue is displayed on the display means.
In the first suggestion effect, the probability that the character image of the first line is displayed as a still image and the probability that the character image of the first line is displayed as a moving image are different from each other.
In the second suggestion effect, the probability that the character image of the second line is displayed as a still image and the probability that the character image of the second line is displayed as a moving image are different from each other.
The second special game is performed when the second dialogue is displayed as a moving image in the second suggestion effect than when the first dialogue is displayed as a moving image in the first suggestion effect. done rather easily,
In the second suggestion effect, the probability that the second special game is performed differs between when the character image of the second dialogue is displayed as a still image and when it is displayed as a moving image.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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