JP6886993B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine capable of performing variable display by the first variable display means and the second variable display means.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display device capable of variable display (also referred to as “variation”) of the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display device, the gaming state (game). The state of the machine. Therefore, specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) is changed to give a predetermined game value to the player (so-called pachinko machine).

Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information by the variable display device, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display device, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time predetermined from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display devices is displayed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined game medium determined in advance is paid out according to the prize, and a specific prize is generated, the player sets the game state to the predetermined game value. There is something that is configured to give to (so-called slot machine).

The game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine is in an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a prize, or is in an advantageous state for the player. It is to generate rights and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display device based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If so, a "big hit" will occur. The derivation display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening is opened a predetermined number of times to shift to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each opening period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning openings are closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the large winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each large winning opening may be referred to as a round. In addition, a game in a round may be called a round game.

Further, in the variable display device, the symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In such a gaming machine, a gaming machine has been proposed in which the time reduction count value is subtracted after the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed, and if the updated time reduction count value is 0, the time reduction flag is cleared to the off state. (See, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-473333

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the timing for turning off the time saving flag does not take into consideration the symbol determination stop time of the normal symbol and the opening time of the normal variable winning ball device (electric tulip). Therefore, in the next fluctuation after the end of the time saving state, the normal variable winning ball device is open, and the game ball wins in the normal variable winning ball device, and after the end of the time saving state, the number of times more than the upper limit of the number of holds is second. There is a possibility that the fluctuation of the special figure will be executed.

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of ensuring the fairness of the game by preventing the fluctuation of the second special figure from being executed more than expected.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention includes a first variable display means (for example, a first special symbol display device 151SG004A) and a second variable display means (for example, a second special symbol display device 151SG004B). ) And the gaming machine capable of executing the variable display, and the player is more likely to execute the variable display in the second variable display means than when the variable display is executed in the first variable display means. (For example, see FIG. 8-18), and based on the fact that the display result of the variable display of the normal symbol is a predetermined result (for example, the normal symbol hits), the game is played from the closed state to the closed state. Based on the variable winning means (for example, the second starting winning opening) that changes the medium to an open state where it is easy to win, and the game medium winning the variable winning means, information on the variable display in the second variable display means is provided. 2 Hold storage means that can be stored as hold information (for example, the second special figure hold storage unit) and a special state (for example, medium base state or high base state) in which the variable winning means is more likely to be opened than in the normal state. A portion in which the controllable special state control means (for example, the CPU 103 sets the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag in the jackpot end processing (117)). FIG. 8-7 (B). (See) and the special state ending means for ending the special state based on the number of times the variable display is executed in the special state (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes step 151SGS194 or the like. See FIGS. 8-19 (B) and 8-28. ), And the special state termination means is provided on the condition that the number of second hold information stored by the hold storage means at the start of the final variable display in the final variable display in the special state is a predetermined number. , The special state can be terminated (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes steps 020IWS002 to 020IWS005; see FIG. 8-25).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and it is possible to ensure the fairness of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), when the number of the second reserved information stored by the reserved storage means does not reach a predetermined number in the final variable display in the special state, the special state ending means is said to be said. The special state may be terminated at the end of the variable display (for example, the portion where the CPU 103 executes step 020IWS210; see FIG. 8-28).
According to such a configuration, the fairness of the game can be guaranteed.

(3) In the gaming machine of the above (1) or (2), the first flag (for example, the time saving flag) is turned on when the special state is controlled, and the variable display is performed in the final variable display in the special state. A flag management means (for example, the CPU 103 steps) that turns the first flag off at the start, sets the second flag on (for example, a time saving extension flag), and turns the second flag off when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The part that executes 020IW003, 020IW006,020IW103 (see FIGS. 8-25 and 8-26) is provided, and the special state termination means is to terminate the special state based on the fact that the second flag is turned off. It may be.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and it is possible to ensure the fairness of the game.

(4) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2) above, the first flag (for example, the time saving flag) is turned on when the special state is controlled, and a predetermined condition is set in the final variable display in the special state. A flag management means for turning off the first flag when the first flag is established (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes step 020IWS604; see FIG. 8-45) is provided, and the special state ending means turns the first flag off. Based on that, the special state may be terminated.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and it is possible to ensure the fairness of the game.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4) above, the variable display in the second variable display means is higher than when the small hit gaming state is controlled based on the variable display in the first variable display means. It is more likely to be advantageous for the player when controlled to the small hit gaming state based on the above, and the special state ending means counts the number of variable displays in the special state, and the number of variable displays in the special state is the first. When the number of small hits is 1, the special state can be terminated, the number of small hit gaming states in the special state is counted, and when the number of small hit gaming states in the special state is the second, special. The state can be terminated, the number of variable displays in the first variable display means and the second variable display means is counted as the number of variable displays in the special state, and the number of small hit gaming states in the special state is the second variable. Only the number of small hit gaming states based on the variable display in the display means may be counted, and the small hit gaming states based on the variable display in the first variable display means may not be counted.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to preferably control the special state.

(6) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (5) above, an external signal transmitting means (for example, the CPU 103 causes step S29) to transmit a signal (for example, a time saving medium signal) indicating a special state to the outside. The external signal transmitting means can transmit a signal indicating that the special state is in the special state for a predetermined period of time even after the end of the special state (see, for example, FIG. 8-27). Good.
According to such a configuration, the external device can preferably recognize the continuity of the advantageous state.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is an exploded perspective view of a game board and a prize ball unit. It is an exploded perspective view of a game board and a prize ball unit. It is a rear view of the game board. It is a front view which shows the structure of a prize ball unit. (A) is a diagram showing a distribution member in the first induction state, and (B) is a diagram showing a distribution member in the second induction state. (A) is a diagram showing an operation pattern of a distribution member and an operation pattern of a distribution member, and (B) is a diagram showing a determination ratio of an operation pattern of a slide member. It is sectional drawing of AA in FIG. 8-4. It is sectional drawing of BB in FIG. 8-4. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the approach target of a game ball and the detection state of each switch. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is a figure which shows the winning opening which can win in each game state, and the number of prize balls in each winning opening. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko machine. It is a front view of a display monitor. It is a figure which illustrates the effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a figure which illustrates the fluctuation pattern. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a display result determination table, (B) and (C) are explanatory diagrams showing a big hit type determination table, and (D) is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit type determination table. (A) is an explanatory diagram of various jackpot types, and (B) is an explanatory diagram of the end conditions of the medium base state and the high base state. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt process for game control. It is a flowchart which shows the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process. It is a flowchart which shows the error processing of a normal electric accessory entry / exit ball. It is a display screen view of the image display device which shows the error notification effect which is executed when the 1st to 3rd general electric error commands are received in the effect control CPU. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the variation start time shortening end determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation middle time shortening end determination processing. It is a timing chart until the end of the time saving state. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit opening preprocessing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during small hit opening. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit end processing. It is a flowchart which shows the base value calculation process. It is explanatory drawing whether or not the prize ball number is added to the prize ball number counter in each situation. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the effect mode selection screen. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the execution example of a normal suggestion effect and a special suggestion effect. It is a flowchart which shows the normal suggestion effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the normal suggestion effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the special suggestion effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the special suggestion effect decision table. It is a flowchart which shows the background switching effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the background switching effect determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the screen display example in the medium base state. It is a flowchart which shows the modification of the variable middle time shortening end determination processing.

A mode for carrying out the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described below based on examples.

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area), a variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed. The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

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

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

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

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

On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying a hold display corresponding to the variable display in which execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. Hold display and active display are also collectively referred to as variable display compatible display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable displays on hold is also called the number of stored items on hold. The number of reserved storage corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storage corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

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

Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening that is always kept in a constant open state in which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls may be paid out and the first special figure game may be started.

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning opening that is changed between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and the movable wing pieces are in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, so that the tip of the movable wing pieces is in a vertical position. Is close to the winning ball device 6A and is in a closed state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening is closed). On the other hand, the variable-sweep wing device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the tilted position when the solenoid 81 is on (second start). It is also said that the winning opening is open.) When a game ball enters the second start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls can be paid out and the second special figure game can be started. The variable winning ball device 6B may be any as long as it changes between the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electric tulip type accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four locations on the lower left and right sides of the game area), general winning openings 10 are provided, which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. In this case, when entering any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and has a large winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for game effects are further provided around the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (not shown in FIG. 1), a movable body 32 that operates according to the effect is provided.

At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a ball striking operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the game ball toward the game area by the striking ball launching device is provided.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, the gaming balls paid out as prize balls and the gaming balls rented by the predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to the hitting ball launching device. ) A hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by the player is attached to a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed and operated by the player. The operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

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

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

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

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the normal symbol (a symbol that is out of the normal symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol is "out of the normal symbol". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

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

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

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

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

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

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

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and game states after the big hit game state (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared, and the big hit is made according to these. The type is set. As the jackpot type, a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high-accuracy state and low-base state are also called the high-accuracy low-base state.

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the game state is continuously controlled to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs. If the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the above number of times cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that there may be no "small hit" as the display result of the special figure game.

The game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area in the big winning opening) during the big hit game state. For example, when the game ball passes through a specific area, it may be controlled to a probabilistic state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like, turning off the light, or the operation of the movable body 32.

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

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

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

When the display result of the special figure game is "big hit", a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined jackpot combination is derived as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration). The display result of the variable display of the symbol is "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". ..

In the case of a "probability change jackpot" that is controlled to a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and displayed as a stop, and the probability change state is entered after the end of the jackpot game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be aligned and displayed as a stop. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a probabilistic symbol, and the even-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a non-probable variable symbol (normal symbol). After the non-probability change symbol becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability change jackpot" may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", a fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as a display result of variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

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

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

Further, in the image display device 5, one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol and then restarting the variable display. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

Further, for example, when a special figure game or the like is not executed, a demo (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demo effect is executed).

(Board configuration)
For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, and the like as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko game machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of hold), execution of a normal figure game (including management of hold), and a big hit. It has a function to control a gaming state, a small hit gaming state, a gaming state, etc.). The main board 11 includes a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , A random number circuit 104 and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided.

The CPU 103 performs a process of controlling the progress of the game (a process of realizing the function of the main board 11) by executing the program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (data such as a fluctuation pattern described later, an effect control command described later, and various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. .. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if a part or all of the RAM 102 is stopped from supplying power to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Note that all or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded into the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

The random number circuit 104 counts updatable numerical data indicating various random number values (game random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The game random number may be one that is updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (one that is updated by software).

The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port into which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, first hold). It is configured to include an output port for transmitting (a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc., and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). It takes in a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) and transmits it to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a prize-winning door. To transmit.

The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) issues an effect control command (command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game) according to the progress of the game as a part of controlling the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of a special figure game (including a jackpot type)) and a variation pattern used when executing a special figure game (details will be described later). )), The game status (for example, the start and end of the variable display, the opening status of the large winning opening, the occurrence of winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and produces an effect (various effects according to the progress of the game) based on the received effect control command. It has a function of executing various notifications such as driving of the movable body 32, error notification, and notification of power failure recovery).

The effect control board 12 is equipped with an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125.

The effect control CPU 120 is a process for executing the effect together with the display control unit 123 by executing the program stored in the ROM 121 (a process for realizing the above-mentioned function of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed). (Including the decision, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and an appropriate signal indicating the operation content). It may also instruct the control unit 123.

The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like, and executes the effect based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

The display control unit 123 supplies the image display device 5 with a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120, so that the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for designating the output sound) to the sound control board 13 in order to output sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. Or, a lamp signal (a signal for designating a lamp lighting / extinguishing mode) is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit for driving the movable body 32.

The voice control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let me.

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, lamp lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, lamp signal supply, etc.), and movable body 32 control (signal supply for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

The random number circuit 124 updatablely counts numerical data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects. The effect random number may be one that is updated (updated by software) when the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11. It is configured to include the output port of.

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also referred to as sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function as in the pachinko gaming machine 1, or one sub-board may be configured to have a plurality of functions.

(motion)
Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

(Main operation of main board 11)
First, the main operations on the main board 11 will be described. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the game control main process is executed by the CPU 103. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are made (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output ports, etc.), settings for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on the power supply board, for example. When the power is turned on with the clear switch turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether or not the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power interruption), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stop of the power supply. In this power supply stop processing, a processing of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up to the RAM 102, a data protection processing of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. The data protection process includes addition of an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and a process of backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes various data (including various flags, various timer states, etc.) for advancing the game, as well as the state of the backup flag and the error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is on. When the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, the parity bit and the checksum are used to determine whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, so the initialization process (step S8) is executed.

When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state when the power supply is stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the stored contents (contents of the backed up data) of the RAM 102. As a result, the game state is restored when the power supply is stopped, and if the special symbol is changing, the change of the special symbol is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, the effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and the effect control that specifies the display result of the special figure game that is being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may want to send a command. For these commands, the same commands that are set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command that specifies the time of recovery from the power failure, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

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

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, refer to the details. See below).

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

After executing the normal symbol process process, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes the command control process (step S27). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes the start winning prize determination process (step S101).

In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the hold storage number is executed. When the start winning is generated, the display result (including the jackpot type) and the random value for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the generation of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

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

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when the display result is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a definite special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or an outlier symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. The special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be memorized, and the starting condition of the special figure game may be satisfied in the winning order (also referred to as winning order digestion).

When making various determinations based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the determination value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the determination result) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this fluctuation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is set using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. It specifies the content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. In this special symbol change processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to change the special symbol, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol. It includes processing to measure. In addition, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

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

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to start the execution of the round in the big hit game state and open the big winning opening based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the upper limit period for opening the big winning opening and the upper limit number of executions for the round are set according to which type of jackpot is used. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this big hit opening process, the big winning opening is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the device from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. End the processing while the jackpot is open.

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-opening process of the jackpot, a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of the round that opens the jackpot has reached the set maximum number of executions, and a jackpot game state when the maximum number of executions is reached. It includes processing to make settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-launch processing is completed.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this jackpot end process, there is a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as an effect action for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing to make various settings to start control and time reduction control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end processing ends.

The small hit release preprocessing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting the large winning opening to be in the open state in the small hit game state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit release preprocessing ends.

The small hit opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to measure the elapsed time from the opening state of the big winning opening and to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the processing during the small hit opening process ends.

The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. The small hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit game state is executed has elapsed. Here, when the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small hit end process ends.

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

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

Further, on the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S74), and the command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the read effect control command may be stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 or stored in the RAM 122 so that which effect control command is received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process process or the like. Turn on the provided reception flag. Further, when the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display the background according to the game state.

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and a movable body 32. Controls are performed to operate various production devices such as the driving operation of the LED. Further, regarding the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11.

Following the effect control process process in step S76, the effect random number update process is executed (step S77), and at least a part of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side is updated by the software. After that, the process returns to the process of step S73. Other processes may be executed before returning to the process of step S73.

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes the read-ahead notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

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

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

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

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

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

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the small hit game state is terminated, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. Update to a certain "5" and end the small hit medium production process.

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

The jackpot effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this big hit middle effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set content. Further, in the big hit middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to the value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify the end of the big hit game state. Update to 7 ”and end the production process during the big hit.

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

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winning, but the gaming media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of winning. It may be an enclosed gaming machine.

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

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

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

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".
(Explanation of feature section 020IW)
Next, the gaming machine in the feature unit 020IW of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-1 to 8-33.

First, FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature unit 020IW, and shows the layout of the main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 forming a game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

In the feature unit 020IW, the game area is divided into a left game area 151SG002L on the left side and a right game area 151SG002R on the right side of the center decorative frame surrounding the image display device 5 arranged at a substantially central position of the game area. The (left-handed) game ball that is weakly launched by the hitting operation handle flows down the left game area 151SG002L, and the (right-handed) game ball that is strongly launched by the hitting operation handle is above the center decorative pattern. It passes through the formed upper path 151SG002C and flows down the right game area 151SG002R.

Further, in the left game area 151SG002L, a general winning opening 151SG010 and a winning ball device 6A are arranged, and in the right game area 151SG002R, a winning unit 151SG700 through which a game ball can pass is arranged. Therefore, the game ball can win a prize in the first starting winning opening A formed by the general winning opening 151SG010 and the winning ball device 6A by flowing down the left game area 151SG002L, and flows down the right game area 151SG002R. The first start winning opening B, the second starting winning opening, the large winning opening, the passing gate, the general electric winning opening, etc. (all of which will be described in detail later) can be won in the winning unit 151SG700. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening A in the feature unit 020IW is detected by the first starting opening A switch 151SG022A (see FIG. 8-11) and then guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged. Will be done. The game ball that has won the general winning opening 151SG010 is detected by the 7th count switch 151SG023G (see FIG. 8-11) and then guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged. Then, based on the detection of the game ball at the first start port A switch 151SG022A, the variable display of the first special symbol is executed.

In addition, a first out port into which a game ball flowing down the left game area 151SG002L and the right game area 151SG002R enters is formed below the winning ball device 6A in the feature unit 020IW, and enters the first out port. After being detected by the first out switch 151SG041A, the game ball is guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged.

As shown in FIGS. 8-2 to 8-5, the winning unit 151SG700 includes a front unit 151SG700A attached to the game board 2 from the front, and a rear unit 151SG700B attached to the game board 2 from the rear. It is mainly composed of.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, an opening 151SG700a is formed at the upper end of the winning unit 151SG700, and a game ball can enter the winning unit 151SG700 through the opening 151SG700a. A first game ball flow path 151SG711 and a second game ball flow path 151SG712 are formed in the winning unit 151SG700 so that the game ball that has entered the winning unit 151SG700 can flow down from the opening 151SG700a.

A first branch portion 151SG711a at which the first branch path 151SG711b branches from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 is provided in the upstream portion of the first game ball flow path 151SG711, and is provided in the middle stream of the first game ball flow path 151SG711. The portion is provided with a second branch portion 151SG711c at which the second branch path 151SG711d branches from the first game ball flow path 151SG711. Further, a third branch portion 151SG711e at which the third branch path 151SG711f branches from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 is provided in the downstream portion of the first game ball flow path 151SG711.

A special variable winning ball device 151SG701 is provided below the winning unit 151SG700. The special variable winning ball device 151SG701 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by driving a solenoid 151SG082 (see FIG. 8-11), and forms a large winning opening that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening. To do. The large winning opening is formed so as to open upward at the lower part of the winning unit 151SG700. The large winning opening door can be slid back and forth between a closed position where the large winning opening is closed by driving the solenoid 151SG082 and an open position where the large winning opening is opened.

In the special variable winning ball device 151SG701, when the solenoid 151SG082 is in the ON state, the large winning opening door opens the large winning opening, making it easier for the game ball to pass (enter) the large winning opening. On the other hand, when the solenoid 151SG082 is in the off state, the large winning opening door closes the first large winning opening, and the game ball cannot pass (enter) the first large winning opening. In this way, the first prize opening changes into an open state that is advantageous for the player who can easily pass (enter) the game ball and a closed state that is disadvantageous to the player because the game ball cannot pass (enter). In addition, instead of the closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) the large winning opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially open state in which the game ball does not easily pass (enter) the large winning opening may be provided.

The game ball that has flowed down the first game ball flow path 151SG711 and the second game ball flow path 151SG712 to the special variable winning ball device 151SG701 will pass through the large winning opening if the large winning opening is open. If the big winning opening is closed, it will flow down on the big winning opening door toward the first out opening. The game ball that has passed (entered) the large winning opening is detected by the first counting switch 151SG023A by passing through the first count switch 151SG023A provided in the large winning opening. The game ball that has passed through the first count switch 023A is detected by the second count switch 151SG023B or the third count switch 151SG023C, and then guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5, a communication port communicating with the first game ball flow path 151SG711 side and the out flow path 151SG714 side is formed below the general electric winning opening, and the first game A part of the game ball flowing down the ball flow path 151SG711 passes through the communication port and flows down toward the out flow path 151SG714.

A first link mechanism 151SG720 and a second link mechanism 151SG730, which will be described later, are provided on the back side (rear unit 151SG700B) of the game board 2 in the feature unit 020IW, and an out-use flow is provided on the back side of the game board. There is not enough space to form road 151SG714. Therefore, the out flow path 151SG714 in the feature unit 020IW is formed on the front side (front unit 151SG700A) of the game board 2.

The first branch portion 151SG711a has a closed position in which the game ball is closed so that the game ball cannot enter the first branch path 151SG711b by driving the first link mechanism 151SG720 described later, and the game ball can enter the first branch path 151SG711b. A first swing member 151SG702 that can swing between the open position and the open position is provided. The closed position in the first swing member 151SG702 is a position where the first swing member is retracted from above the first game ball flow path 151SG711 so as not to obstruct the game ball flowing down the first game ball flow path 151SG711. The open position in 151SG702 means that the game ball that flows down the first game ball flow path 151SG711 is received and the game ball is projected onto the first game ball flow path 151SG711 so that the game ball can be guided toward the first branch path 151SG711b. The position.

Further, in the second branch portion 151SG711c, the game ball can enter the second branch road 151SG711d and the closed position where the game ball is closed so as not to be able to enter the second branch road 151SG711d by the drive of the second link mechanism 151SG730 described later. A second swing member 151SG703 that can swing to and from the open position is provided. The closed position of the second swing member 151SG703 is a position of retracting from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 so as not to obstruct the game ball flowing down the first game ball flow path 151SG711, and the second swing member The open position in 151SG703 means that the game ball that flows down the first game ball flow path 151SG711 is received and the game ball is projected onto the first game ball flow path 151SG711 so that the game ball can be guided toward the second branch path 151SG711d. The position.

Further, the third branch portion 151SG711e is provided with a slide member 151SG704 as an ordinary electric accessory. The slide member 151SG704 projects to the first game ball flow path 151SG711 by driving the solenoid 151SG081 (see FIG. 8-11) to receive the game ball and guide the game ball to the third branch path 151SG711f. , A retractable position that does not hinder the flow of the game ball in the first game ball flow path 151SG711 by retracting from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 is provided so as to be slidable in the front-rear direction. That is, the third branch road 151SG711f is in a state in which the game ball cannot enter or is difficult to enter when the slide member 151SG704 is located in the retracted position, and the game ball enters when the slide member 151SG704 is located in the protruding position. It is possible or easy to enter.

As described above, the game balls flowing down the first game ball flow path 151SG711 in the feature unit 020IW are from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 to the first branch path 151SG711b, the second branch path 151SG711d, and the third branch path 151SG711f. It is possible to enter either. Of these, the game ball that has entered the first branch road 151SG711b wins a prize in the first start winning opening B formed by the first branch road 151SG711b, and the first start opening B switch provided in the first branch road 151SG711b. Detected by 151SG022B. The game ball that has entered the second branch road 151SG711d wins a prize in the second start winning opening formed by the second branch road 151SG711d, and is detected by the second start opening switch 151SG022C provided in the second branch road 151SG711d. Will be done.

As a normal electric accessory in the feature unit 020IW, a form in which a slide member 151SG704 that slides in the front-rear direction at a retracted position and a protruding position is provided is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. There is no ordinary electric accessory in the first state (for example, the state where the slide member 151SG704 is located in the retracted position) and the second state (for example, the state where the slide member 151SG704 is located in the protruding position). If the third branch road 151SG711f can be changed into a state in which the game ball is difficult to enter and a state in which the game ball is easy to enter, for example, a lid that can open and close the third branch road 151SG711f by sliding movement or shaking. It may be a member (so-called electric tulip) or the like that can change the third branch road 151SG711f into a state in which the game ball is difficult to enter and a state in which the game ball is easy to enter by moving.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the game ball after being detected by the first start port B switch 151SG022B and the second start port switch 151SG022C has an out flow path 151SG714 provided on the right side of the winning unit 151SG700. Flow down. Then, the game ball flowing down the out flow path 151SG714 including the game ball flowing in from the first game ball flow path 151SG711 was formed at the lower end of the winning unit 151SG700 (the most downstream part of the out flow path 151SG714). By entering the second out port, it is detected by 151SG041B and then discharged toward the back side of the game board 2. Since the second out port in the feature unit 020IW is provided in the winning unit 151SG700 as shown in FIG. 8-5, the game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R (flowing down in the winning unit 151SG700). It is an out port that only the game ball) can enter.

That is, the second out switch 151SG041B can detect the game ball flowing down the out flow path 151SG714 after winning the first start winning opening B or the second starting winning opening, while the second out switch 151SG041B can detect the game ball flowing down the first starting winning opening A. The winning game ball cannot be detected.

Further, the game ball that has entered the third branch road 151SG711f wins a prize in the general electric winning opening formed by the third branch road 151SG711f, and is detected by the fourth count switch 151SG023D provided in the third branch road 151SG711f. Will be done. The game ball after being detected by the fourth count switch 151SG023D enters the back side of the game board 2 via the third branch path 151SG711f.

As shown in FIGS. 8-6 (A) and 8-6 (B), a fifth game ball can be detected on the back side of the game board 2 that can be entered via the third branch road 151SG711f. The count switch 151SG023E and the sixth count switch 151SG023F are arranged side by side on the left and right sides, and a distribution member 151SG025 is provided. The distribution member 151SG025 regulates the entry of the game ball into the sixth count switch 151SG023F (detection of the game ball by the sixth count switch 151SG023F) by moving left and right by driving the solenoid 151SG086 (see FIG. 8-11). In addition, the first induction state that induces the entry into the fifth count switch 151SG023E (detection of the game ball by the fifth count switch 151SG023E) and the entry of the game ball into the fifth count switch 151SG023E (game by the fifth count switch 151SG023E). It is possible to change to a second induction state that regulates (detection of a ball) and induces an approach to the sixth count switch 151SG023F (detection of a game ball by the sixth count switch 151SG023F).

The game ball that has entered the fifth count switch 151SG023E from the third branch road 151SG711f (detected by the fifth count switch 151SG023E) is driven by driving the first link mechanism 151SG720 (see FIG. 8-8). The rocking member 151SG702 is moved from the closed position to the open position. The game ball after driving the first link mechanism 151SG720 is discharged by flowing down the back side of the game board 2, and the first link mechanism 151SG720 swings first based on the flow down of the game ball. The member 151SG702 is moved from the open position to the closed position.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (A) and 8-8 (B), the first link mechanism 151SG720 is a mechanism built in the rear unit 151SG700B, and is mainly a first link member 151SG721. , The second link member 151SG722, the third link member 151SG723, the fourth link member 151SG724, and the fifth link member 151SG725.

Of these, the first link member 151SG721 is arranged below the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and one end on the front side is formed in a shape capable of receiving a game ball, and the other end on the rear side is the second link. It is interlockably connected to the lower end of the member 151SG722. Further, the first link member 151SG721 can swing in the vertical direction by a pivot axis facing the left-right direction (not shown).

The second link member 151SG722 is a rod-shaped member having an elongated length in the vertical direction, and is provided so as to be slidable in the vertical direction. Then, one end on the rear side of the third link member 151SG723 is interlockably connected to the upper end of the second link member 151SG722, and the other end on the front side of the third link member 151SG723 is connected to the other end of the fourth link member 151SG724. A fifth link member 151SG725 is interlockably connected to one end on the rear side and the other end on the front side of the fourth link member 151SG724.

Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (A) and 8-8 (B), the first link member 151SG721 swings by receiving the game ball that has passed through the fifth count switch 151SG023E at one end (the other end). When the second link member 151SG722 slides upward, the third link member 151SG723 and the fourth link member are linked to the upward slide movement of the second link member 151SG722. 724, the fifth link member 151SG725 operates, and the operation of the fifth link member 151SG725 moves the first swing member 151SG702 from the closed position to the open position.

When the game ball flows down from one end of the first link member 151SG721, the second link member 151SG722 slides downward due to the restoring force of the spring 151SG726 provided between the rear unit 151SG700B and the second link member 151SG722. .. At this time, the third link member 151SG723, the fourth link member 724, and the fifth link member 151SG725 operate in conjunction with the downward slide movement of the second link member 151SG722, and the operation of the fifth link member 151SG725 causes the fifth link member 151SG725. 1 The swing member 151SG702 moves from the open position to the closed position.

Further, the game ball that has entered the sixth count switch 151SG023F from the third branch path 151SG711f (detected by the sixth count switch 151SG023F) closes the second swing member 151SG703 by driving the second link mechanism 151SG730. Move from to the open position. The game ball after driving the second link mechanism 151SG730 is discharged by flowing down the back side of the game board 2, and the second link mechanism 151SG730 swings second based on the flow down of the game ball. The moving member 151SG703 is moved from the open position to the closed position.

Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-9 (A) and 8-9 (B), the second link mechanism 151SG730 is a mechanism built into the rear unit 151SG700B, and is mainly a first link member 151SG731. , The second link member 151SG732, the third link member 151SG733, the fourth link member 151SG734, and the fifth link member 151SG735.

Of these, the first link member 151SG731 is arranged below the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and one end on the front side is formed in a shape capable of receiving a game ball, and the other end on the rear side is the second link. It is interlockably connected to the lower end of the member 151SG732. Further, the first link member 151SG731 can swing in the vertical direction by a pivot axis facing the left-right direction (not shown).

The second link member 151SG732 is a rod-shaped member having an elongated length in the vertical direction, and is provided so as to be slidable in the vertical direction. Then, one end on the rear side of the third link member 151SG733 is interlockably connected to the upper end of the second link member 151SG732, and the other end on the front side of the third link member 151SG733 is connected to the other end of the fourth link member 151SG734. A fifth link member 151SG735 is interlockably connected to one end on the rear side and the other end on the front side of the fourth link member 151SG734.

Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 (A) and 8-8 (B), the first link member 151SG731 swings by receiving the game ball that has passed through the fifth count switch 151SG023E at one end (the other end). When the second link member 151SG732 slides upward, the third link member 151SG733 and the fourth link member are linked to the upward slide movement of the second link member 151SG732. 724, the fifth link member 151SG735 operates, and the operation of the fifth link member 151SG735 moves the first swing member 151SG702 from the closed position to the open position.

When the game ball flows down from one end of the first link member 151SG731, the second link member 151SG732 slides downward due to the restoring force of the spring 151SG736 provided between the rear unit 151SG700B and the second link member 151SG732. .. At this time, the third link member 151SG733, the fourth link member 734, and the fifth link member 151SG735 operate in conjunction with the downward slide movement of the second link member 151SG732, and the fifth link member 151SG735 operates. 1 The swing member 151SG702 moves from the open position to the closed position.

Returning to FIG. 8-5, a gate switch 151SG021 capable of detecting a game ball is provided between the second branch portion 151SG711c and the third branch portion 151SG711e in the first game ball flow path 151SG711. When the game ball is detected by the gate switch 151SG021 in the feature unit 020IW, the CPU 103 can execute the variable display of the normal symbol, and the variable display result of the normal symbol is derived and displayed in a winning combination. Based on this, the slide member 151SG704 described above operates in any of a plurality of operation patterns, and the distribution member 151SG025 operates in a specific operation pattern.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), the slide member 151S704 has an operation pattern A to an operation pattern E by driving the solenoid 151SG081 based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. It works with either of. The slide member 151SG704 in the feature unit 020IW is arranged in the retracted position except when the slide member 151SG704 operates based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is hit.

The operation pattern A is an operation pattern in which the slide member 151SG704 is maintained in the protruding position for 16 ms and then moved to the retracted position based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. The operation pattern B is an operation pattern in which the slide member 151SG704 is maintained in the protruding position for 2000 ms and then moved to the retracted position based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. In the operation pattern C, the slide member 151SG704 is maintained in the protruding position for 16 ms, then maintained in the retracted position for 1000 ms, and maintained in the protruding position for 2000 ms based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. Finally, it is an operation pattern of moving to the retracted position. In the operation pattern D, the slide member 151SG704 is maintained in the protruding position for 16 ms, then maintained in the retracted position for 2000 ms, and maintained in the protruding position for 2000 ms based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. Finally, it is an operation pattern of moving to the retracted position. Then, the operation pattern E is maintained in the retracted position for 5000 ms after the slide member 151SG704 is maintained in the protruding position for 16 ms based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit, and the protruding position is maintained for 5000 ms. It is an operation pattern that keeps at and finally moves to the evacuation position.

On the other hand, the distribution member 151SG025 maintains the first induction state (see FIG. 8-6 (A)) for 4 ms based on the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit, and then for 16 ms. The second-lead state, the first-lead state for 4996 ms, the second-lead state for 5000 ms, respectively, are maintained, and the first-lead state is reached.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the game ball that has entered the third branch path 151SG711f by the slide member 151SG704 arranged at the protruding position is distributed by the distribution member 151SG025 after flowing down a predetermined distance. Therefore, when the operation pattern of the slide member is the operation pattern A to the operation pattern D, the game ball passes through the fifth count switch 151SG023E by reaching the distribution member 151SG025 which is the first induction state. It is distributed to. On the other hand, when the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704 is the operation pattern E, the game ball is distributed so as to pass through the sixth count switch 151SG023F by reaching the distribution member 151SG025 which is the second induction state.

As described above, the game ball that has passed through the fifth count switch 151SG023E moves the first swing member 151SG702 from the closed position to the open position by operating the first link mechanism 151SG720, and passes through the sixth count switch 151SG023F. The game ball moves the second swing member 151SG703 from the closed position to the open position by operating the second link mechanism 151SG730. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), the distribution member 151SG025 has 4996 ms. When the game ball reaches the distribution member 151SG025 while in the first induction state, the game ball can win a prize in the first start winning opening B, and the distribution member 151SG025 is in the second induction state for 5000 ms. When the game ball reaches the distribution member 151SG025 at the time, the game ball can be won in the second start winning opening.

In the feature unit 020IW, the determination ratios of the operation patterns A to the operation patterns E of the slide member 151SG704 differ depending on the gaming state when the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), the gaming states in the feature unit 020IW are a low base state except for the big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state, and the first middle with time reduction control. A base state, a second middle base state and a high base state are provided. Of these, the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state are the time saving states in the feature unit 020IW, but the determination ratios of the operation patterns A to the operation pattern E of the slide member 151SG704 are different. Hereinafter, the first middle base state and the second middle base state are also collectively referred to as a middle base state. Further, the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state are collectively referred to as a time saving state or a non-low base state.

Specifically, when the gaming state is the low base state (normal state), the operation pattern A is determined at a rate of 100% and the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 0% as the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704. The operation pattern C is determined at a rate of 0%, the operation pattern D is determined at a rate of 0%, and the operation pattern E is determined at a rate of 0%. When the gaming state is the first middle base state, the operation pattern A is determined at a rate of 0%, the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 50%, and the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 25% as the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704. The operation pattern C is determined, the operation pattern D is determined at a rate of 24%, and the operation pattern E is determined at a rate of 1%. When the gaming state is the second middle base state, the operation pattern A is determined at a rate of 0%, the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 40%, and the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 30% as the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704. The operation pattern C is determined, the operation pattern D is determined at a rate of 25%, and the operation pattern E is determined at a rate of 5%. When the gaming state is in the high base state, the operation pattern A is determined at a rate of 0%, the operation pattern B is determined at a rate of 0%, and the operation pattern is determined at a rate of 20% as the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704. C is determined, the operation pattern D is determined at a rate of 30%, and the operation pattern E is determined at a rate of 50%.

That is, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (A), the low base state in the feature unit 020IW means that the first starting winning opening A and the general winning opening can be won by launching the game ball into the left gaming area 151SG002L. The first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the second high base state are the first start winning opening B, the second starting winning opening, and the second starting winning opening by launching the game ball into the right game area 151SG022R. It is a game state in which a prize can be won in the Fuden winning opening. Whether the game state is the first middle base state, the second middle base state, or the high base state is set by setting the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag, which will be described later. It may be judged by whether or not it is present.

In the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), when the gaming state is the low base state, the operation pattern E is not determined as the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704, that is, the low base state. In the case where a normal figure hit occurs, even if the game ball wins the general electric winning opening, only the first starting winning opening B is opened, so that the variable display based on the starting winning to the first starting winning opening B Although the embodiment in which the probability that the result is a small hit is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and even when the gaming state is the low base state, it is used as an operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704. A case may be provided in which the operation pattern E is determined. By doing so, if a normal figure hit occurs in a low base state, the second start winning opening may be opened by the game ball winning the general electric winning opening, so the first starting winning opening B Since it is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not the variable display based on the start winning prize to the second starting winning opening is a small hit rather than the variable display based on the starting winning prize, the game interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (B), when a game ball wins the first start winning opening A, three game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the game balls are paid out. If the player wins the first start winning opening B, one game ball is paid out as a prize ball, and if the game ball wins the second start winning opening, three game balls are paid out as a prize ball. If the game ball is issued and the game ball wins the big prize opening, 15 game balls are paid out as prize balls, and if the game ball wins the general prize opening, 3 game balls are paid as prize balls. When a game ball is put out and wins a prize at the Fuden winning opening, one game ball is paid out as a prize ball. Therefore, among the low base state, the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state, the low base state in the feature unit 020IW is the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state. This is a game state in which the ratio (base value) of the number of prize balls per 100 game balls launched is lower than the state. For example, the base value in the low base state is set to 0.35 (35%), and the base value in the first medium base state, the second medium base state, and the high base state is set to 0.9 (90%).

In the feature unit 020IW, the base value in the low base state is set to 0.35, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the base value in the low base state is the first middle base state and the second middle. Any value (for example, 0.4, 0.2, etc.) may be set as long as it is lower than the base state and the high base state.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the base values in the first middle base state, the second middle base state and the high base state are set to 0.9, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first middle base is not limited to this. Any value (for example, 0.8, 0.7, 0.) If the base value in the state, the second middle base state, and the high base state is higher than the base value in the low base state within a range not exceeding 1. 6 etc.) may be set.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, a third game ball flow in which a game ball that wants to enter the first game ball flow path 151SG711 or the second game ball flow path 151SG712 flows down to the left portion of the winning unit 151SG700. Road 151SG713 is formed. The game ball flowing down the third game ball flow path 151SG713 enters the third out opening without winning the first start winning opening B, the second starting winning opening, the Fuden winning opening, the large winning opening, etc. described above. Then, after being detected by the third out switch 151SG041C, it is guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-10, the game ball winning the first starting winning opening A is detected only by the first starting opening A switch 151SG022A. The game ball that wins the first start winning opening B is detected by the first starting opening B switch 151SG022B and then detected by the second out switch 151SG041B. Further, the game ball that wins the second start winning opening is detected by the second starting opening switch 151SG022C and then detected by the second out switch 151SG041B.

Further, the game ball that wins the grand prize opening is detected by the first count switch 151SG023A and then detected by the second count switch 151SG023B or the third count switch 151SG023C. The winning game ball is detected by the 5th count switch 151SG023E or the 6th count switch 151SG023F after being detected by the 4th count switch 151SG023D, and the game ball winning the general winning opening 151SG010 is It is detected by the 7th count switch 151SG023G.

In the special variable winning ball device 151SG701 of the feature unit 020IW, the game balls detected by the first count switch 151SG023A by driving a solenoid (not shown) are distributed to the second count switch 151SG023B and the third count switch 151SG023C. A distribution member is provided. The distribution member operates so as to distribute the game ball toward the second count switch 151SG023B only during a specific period during the small hit game. Therefore, during the small hit game in the feature unit 020IW, even if the game balls win the big winning opening, these game balls are not necessarily detected by the second count switch 151SG023B.

Then, the game ball entering the first out port is detected by the first out switch 151SG041A, and the game ball entering the second out port is detected by the second out switch 151SG041B. The game ball entering the third out port is detected by the third out switch 151SG041C.

In the following description, the slide member 151SG704, the third branch road 151SG711f, the fifth count switch 151SG023E, the sixth count switch 151SG023F, the distribution member 151SG025, and the like as ordinary electric accessories in the winning unit 151SG700 are included, and the variable winning is made. A component that functions as a device is also usually called a variable winning device.

Next, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 020IW will be described. First, as shown in FIG. 8-11, the switch circuit 110 mounted on the main board 11 includes the gate switch 151SG021, the first start port A switch 151SG022A, the first start port B switch 151SG022B, and the second start. Mouth switch 151SG022C, 1st count switch 151SG23A, 2nd count switch 151SG23B, 3rd count switch 151SG023C, 4th count switch 151SG023D, 5th count switch 151SG023E, 6th count switch 151SG023F, 7th count switch 151SG023G, 1st out switch 151SG041A, the second out switch 151SG041B, and the third out switch 151SG041C are connected.

Further, the solenoid 151SG082, the solenoid 151SG081, and the solenoid 151SG086 described above are connected to the solenoid circuit 111, respectively.

As shown in FIGS. 8-11 and 8-13, the main board 11 in the feature unit 020IW is housed in a board case 151SG201 which is configured to be openable by the first member and the second member. It is mounted on the back of the machine 1. A display monitor 151SG029 capable of displaying a base value described later is arranged on the board case 151SG201. The display monitor 151SG029 is connected to the main board 11 and is arranged on the upper part of the board case 151SG201. That is, the display monitor 151SG029 is arranged in front of the main board 11 in the board case 151SG201 when the main board 11 is visually recognized. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 3 is not opened, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized is the back surface side of the gaming board 2 when the gaming machine frame 3 is opened. This is the front when visually recognizing, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized and the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

As shown in FIG. 8-14, the display monitor 151SG029 includes a first display unit 151SG029A, a second display unit 151SG029B, a third display unit 151SG029C, and a fourth display unit 151SG029D. The first display unit 151SG029A to the fourth display unit 151SG29D are each composed of seven segments composed of seven segments drawing the character "8" and dots arranged on the lower right side of the seven segments. The display control of the display monitor 151SG029 in the feature unit 020IW is executed by using the area not subject to the test in the entire area of the ROM 101 and the RAM 102 at the time of the test of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The display monitor 151SG029 in the feature unit 020IW can display the base value in the low base state calculated in the base value calculation process described later.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-11, the predetermined position of the game board 2 of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, the left position of the game area) in the feature unit 020IW is set to the position of the first special figure. The first special symbol display device 151SG004A capable of executing variable display, the second special symbol display device 151SG004B capable of executing variable display of the second special symbol, the first reserved indicator 151SG025A capable of displaying the first reserved storage number, the first 2 The second hold display 151SG025B capable of displaying the number of hold storages, the normal symbol display 151SG020 capable of executing variable display of normal symbols, the normal figure hold display 151SG025C capable of displaying the number of hold storages of normal symbols, etc. are arranged together. The game information display unit 151SG200 is provided.

FIG. 8-15 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the feature unit 020IW in the present embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-15 (A) is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-15 (A), the command 8001H is a first variable display start command for designating the start of variable display in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 151SG004A. .. The command 8002H is a second variable display start command for designating the start of the variable display in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 151SG004B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a fluctuation pattern specification command that specifies a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the variation pattern specification command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be specified.

The command 8CXXXH is a variable display result notification command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-15 (B), the determination result (predetermined result) of whether the variable display result is "missing", "big hit", or "small hit". ) Or, different EXT data are set according to the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of a plurality of types the jackpot type is set when the variable display result is "big hit".

In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-15 (B), the command 8C00H is a first variable display result designation command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “missing”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit A" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit B" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit C" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C04H is a fifth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit D" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C05H is a sixth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "small hit" and the big hit type is "small hit A" and the small hit type determination result. The command 8C06H is a seventh variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "small hit" and the big hit type is "small hit B" and the small hit type determination result.

The command 8EXXH is a normal symbol variable display start command that specifies the start of the variable display in the normal symbol game using the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 20, and also specifies the variable display result of the normal symbol. In the normal figure variable display start command, different EXT data is set according to the determination result (predetermined result) of whether the variable display result of the normal symbol is "missing" or "hit".

For example, the command 8E00H is the first normal symbol variable display start command that specifies the start of the variable display of the normal symbol and specifies that the variable display result of the normal symbol is "off". Further, the command 8C01H is a second normal figure variable display start command that specifies the start of the variable display of the normal symbol and specifies that the variable display result of the normal symbol is "hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the game state designation command, different EXT data are set according to, for example, the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low base state, normal state) in which the time reduction control is not performed, and the command 9501H is the game state in which the time reduction control is performed (first middle). This is the second game state specification command corresponding to the base state, the second middle base state, or the high base state, that is, the time saving state).

The command 96XXH is an error (abnormal) designation command that specifies the occurrence of an error (abnormality) and the type of the error (abnormality) that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the error (abnormality) designation command, for example, by setting the EXT data corresponding to each error (abnormality), it is specified which error (abnormality) has been determined on the effect control board 12 side. The occurrence of the specified error (abnormality) can be notified by the error notification process described later.

The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a "fanfare command") for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. The command A1XXH is a notification command during the opening of the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening is in the open state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state.

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variable display result notification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result notification command. .. In the notification command while the big winning opening is open and the notification command after opening the big winning opening, different EXT data is set according to the number of rounds executed (for example, "1" to "15") in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Will be done.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start winning opening winning designation command for notifying that the first starting condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 151SG004A is satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start winning opening winning designation command for notifying that the second starting condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 151SG004B is satisfied.

The command C1XXH is a first hold storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The command C2XXH is a second hold storage number notification command for notifying the second special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The first hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the first start winning opening winning designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first starting winning opening and the first starting condition is satisfied. Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The second hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the second start winning opening winning designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning opening and the second starting condition is satisfied. Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command are used in the special figure game when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (when the hold storage number decreases). It may be transmitted in response to the start of execution.

Instead of the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command, the total hold storage number notification command for notifying the total hold storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

The command D0XXH is a V winning notification designation command for notifying that the second count switch 151SG023B is turned on when the game ball passes through the third count switch 24B.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing game control programs, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. The RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides the area, the CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes the game control program to perform the control operation, and the numerical data indicating the random value are updated independently of the CPU 103. It is configured to include a random number circuit 104 to perform, an I / O (Input / Output port) 105, and a real-time clock (RTC) 106 capable of outputting time information.

As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by executing the program read from the ROM 101 by the CPU 103. At this time, a fixed data read operation in which the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, a variable data writing operation in which the CPU 103 writes various variable data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores them, and various variable data temporarily stored in the RAM 102 by the CPU 103. The variable data read operation, the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation that outputs various signals is also performed.

FIG. 8-16 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the main board 11. As shown in FIG. 8-16, in the feature unit 020IW of this embodiment, on the side of the main board 11, in addition to the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the fluctuation pattern. Numerical data indicating each of the random value MR3 for determination, the random value MR4 for determining the display result of the general map, and the random value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 is controlled so as to be countable. In addition, a random number value other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. These random number values MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software update using different random counters in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100, or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

FIG. 8-17 shows the fluctuation pattern in the present embodiment. In this feature unit 020IW, among the cases where the variable display result is "off", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is variable according to each of the case of "non-reach" and the case of "reach". A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance in response to a case where the display result is a "big hit". In addition, one variation pattern is prepared in advance in response to a case where the variable display result is a "small hit". The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach out-of-reach variation pattern"). The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "out of reach" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "reach" is called a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "out of reach variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the missed fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “off”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "small hit" is called a small hit fluctuation pattern.

The jackpot fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a normal reach reach effect is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which a super reach reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β is executed. Although the feature unit 020IW provides only one type of normal reach fluctuation pattern, the present invention is not limited to this, and like the super reach, the normal reach α, the normal reach β, ... A plurality of normal reach fluctuation patterns may be provided. Further, as for the super reach fluctuation pattern, three or more super reach fluctuation patterns such as super reach γ may be provided in addition to the super reach α and the super reach β.

As shown in FIG. 8-17, the special figure fluctuation time of the normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed in the feature unit 020IW is set shorter than the super reach fluctuation patterns of super reach α and super reach β. Has been done. Further, regarding the special figure fluctuation time of the super reach fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect such as super reach α and super reach β in the present embodiment is executed, the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of super reach β is executed is In this case, the special figure fluctuation time is set longer than the fluctuation pattern in which the super reach effect of the super reach α is executed.

In this feature unit 020IW, as described above, the variable display result is set to be "big hit" in the order of super reach β, super reach α, and normal reach, so that the big hit expectation is set to be high. In the super reach fluctuation pattern, the longer the fluctuation time, the higher the expectation of a big hit.

In this feature unit 020IW, as will be described later, these fluctuation patterns are determined first, such as non-reach type, normal reach type, super reach type, and the like. Then, instead of determining the variation pattern to be executed from the variation pattern belonging to the determined type, it is determined using only the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern without determining these types. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in addition to the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, a random value for determining the variation pattern type is provided for determining the variation pattern type. The type of the variation pattern may be determined first from the random value of the above, and then the variation pattern to be executed may be determined from the variation patterns belonging to the variation pattern belonging to the determined type.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-17, the feature unit 020IW exemplifies a mode in which the fluctuation content (effect content) is predetermined for each fluctuation pattern, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the fluctuation content (effect content) may be different even if the fluctuation pattern is the same, depending on the set value. For example, in the case of the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 that is out of normal reach, if the set value is 1, the fluctuation pattern is out of normal reach, and if the set value is 2, a pseudo-continuous effect is performed. As a fluctuation pattern that is executed twice and becomes non-reach out of reach, when the set value is 3, the pseudo-continuous effect may be executed three times to make a fluctuation pattern that is out of super reach.

In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, and by using the RAM 102 as a work area, various processes for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are executed. Further, the CPU 103 can generate all of the various random numbers used on the main board 11 side by executing the random number generation program.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various table data and the like used for controlling the progress of the game in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data that constitutes a plurality of determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-18 and the like, which is prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations and determinations. Further, the ROM 101 contains table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used by the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main board 11, and a variation mode of each symbol in a variable display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol. A fluctuation pattern table or the like that stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is stored.

The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, the display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-18 (A), the jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) shown in FIG. 8-18 (B), and FIG. 8-18 ( Big hit type judgment table shown in C) (for the second special symbol) In addition to the small hit type judgment table shown in FIG. 8-18 (D) (common to the first special symbol and the second special symbol), the jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table, It includes a small hit variation pattern determination table, an outlier variation pattern determination table, a general map display result determination table (not shown), a general map variation pattern determination table (not shown), and the like.

FIG. 8-18 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a display result determination table. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with the MR1 is set. In the display result determination table, the variable special figure designation buffer is 1 (first), that is, the first special symbol is the target of variable display and the variable special figure designation buffer is 2 (second). That is, a determination value for a big hit and a determination value for a small hit are set for each of the cases where the second special symbol is the target of the variable display.

As shown in FIG. 8-18 (A), when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the big hit is won at the rate of 1/200 and the small hit is won at the rate of 1/200. The judgment value is set. On the other hand, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the determination value is set so that the big hit is won at a rate of 1/200 and the small hit is won at 199/200. That is, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, either the big hit or the small hit is always won, so that the advantage is higher than when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed (player). It tends to be advantageous for).

In the feature unit 020IW, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the variable display result is a big hit or a small hit by using the display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-18 (A). A big hit judgment table and a small hit judgment table are provided separately, and the big hit judgment can be made depending on whether the first special symbol is variably displayed or the second special symbol is variably displayed regardless of the variable special symbol designation buffer. A common table may be used, and the small hit determination may be performed using separate tables depending on whether the variable special figure designation buffer is the first or the second.

In the jackpot type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type is selected from jackpot A to jackpot D based on the random number (MR2) for determining the jackpot type. The table referenced to determine. In this feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-18 (C), the jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) shows 3 from jackpot A to jackpot C. While the jackpots of different types are provided, the jackpot type determination table (for the second special symbol) is provided with only three types of jackpots from jackpot B to jackpot D. That is, the jackpot that occurs when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed is one of the three types of jackpots from the jackpot A to the jackpot C, while the variable display of the second special symbol is performed. The jackpot generated in is one of three types of jackpots from jackpot B to jackpot D.

FIG. 8-18 (D) is an explanatory diagram showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the small hit type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol, the small hit type is set to small hit A or small hit B based on the random number (MR2) for determining the hit type. The table referenced to determine. In this feature unit 020IW, when the game ball passes through the second count switch 151SG023B during the small hit game of the small hit A, that is, when the V winning big hit occurs, the big hit game of the big hit type E is executed. When the game ball passes through the second count switch 151SG023B during the small hit game of the small hit B, that is, when the V winning big hit occurs, the big hit game of the big hit type F is executed. It is supposed to be done. That is, these big hits E and big hits F are not the big hit types determined by the random value MR2 for determining the hit type extracted at the time of starting winning, but the game balls during the small hit game of either the small hit A or the small hit B. Is a jackpot type determined by whether or not has passed the second count switch 151SG023B.

Here, the jackpot type in the feature unit 020IW will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-19 (A) and 8-19 (B). In this feature unit 020IW, as the jackpot type, the jackpot A in which the gaming state shifts to the low base state after the end of the jackpot gaming state and the jackpot B in which the gaming state shifts to the first middle base state after the jackpot gaming state ends. , The jackpot C, the jackpot E and the jackpot F in which the gaming state shifts to the second middle base state after the end of the jackpot gaming state, and the jackpot D in which the gaming state shifts to the high base state after the end of the jackpot gaming state are provided. ing.

Of these jackpots A to jackpot F, jackpots A to jackpot C are jackpots that are repeatedly executed four times (so-called four rounds) in which the jackpot is changed to a second state that is advantageous to the player.

The jackpot D is a jackpot that is repeatedly executed 15 rounds (so-called 15 rounds) that change the jackpot into a second state that is advantageous to the player, and the jackpot E is that the jackpot is advantageous to the player. The round that changes to the second state is 9 times (so-called 9 rounds), which is a big hit that is repeatedly executed, and the big hit F is 14 rounds that change the big winning opening to the second state that is advantageous to the player (so-called 14). Round), a big hit that is repeatedly executed.

Further, the medium base state (that is, the first medium base state or the second medium base state) that shifts after the end of the big hit game of the big hit B, the big hit C, the big hit E, and the big hit F is the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special. Time saving control is executed until the variable display of the symbol is executed 100 times in total, or until a big hit occurs before the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed 100 times in total. Will be done. Then, in the high base state that shifts after the jackpot game of the jackpot D is completed, the first special symbol is executed until the variable display of the first special symbol is executed 100 times and the variable display of the second special symbol is executed once. The variable display of the second special symbol is executed once until the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed 100 times in total, or until the variable display of the first special symbol is executed 100 times. Until then, the time saving control is executed until a big hit occurs before any of the conditions until the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed 100 times in total is satisfied.

At the end of the big hit game of the big hit B, the CPU 103 sets the first middle base state flag indicating that the game state is the first middle base state together with the time saving flag in the big hit end process (S117). Further, at the end of the big hit game of the big hit C, the big hit E, and the big hit F, the CPU 103 sets the second middle base state flag indicating that the game state is the second middle base state together with the time saving flag in the big hit end process (117). To do. Further, at the end of the big hit game of the big hit D, the CPU 103 sets the high base state flag indicating that the game state is the high base state together with the time saving flag in the big hit end process (117). By doing so, the CPU 103 changes the operation pattern of the slide member 151SG704 at the time of hitting the normal drawing in four gaming states of the low base state, the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state. It is possible to determine with (see FIG. 8-7 (B)).

As described above, the low base state is a game state in which the first starting winning opening A and the general winning opening can be won by launching the game ball into the left game area 151SG002L, and the first middle base state and the second middle The base state and the high base state are game states in which a game ball can be launched into the right game area 151SG022R to win a prize in the first start winning opening B, the second starting winning opening, and the Fuden winning opening.

In the first middle base state, the second middle base state, and the high base state, the slide member 151SG704 protrudes from the retracted position as compared with the normal state (low base state) due to the increased probability of "hit the normal figure". By making it easier to project to the position, the first start winning opening B and the second starting winning opening are opened by the game ball that has won the Fuden winning opening, and the game balls can be used as the first starting winning opening B and the second starting winning opening. It will be easier to win a prize. In particular, the second middle base state (and the higher base state compared to the second middle base state) is more frequent than the first middle base state, and the second start winning opening is opened more frequently. The variable display result of the special symbol is a small hit at a higher rate than the variable display result of the first special symbol. Therefore, in the second middle base state (further high base state), the big hit is generated by the game ball winning a V during the small hit game, so that the big hit game state is continuously performed without going through the normal state. It becomes a so-called consecutive villa state that is likely to occur.

In this feature unit 020IW, six types of jackpots A to F are provided as jackpot types, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot types provided are 7 or more and 5 or less. May be good.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (B), in the high base state, the variable display of the first special symbol is executed 100 times except that a big hit occurs. 2 It ends based on the fact that the variable display of the special symbol is executed once, or the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol are executed 100 times in total. Although the mode (the game state shifts to the low base state) is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and for the high base state, for example, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed 100 times. It is also possible to shift to the low base state based on the fact that the high base state continues until the next big hit (including the big hit via the small hit) occurs.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, when the gaming state is the medium base state or the high base state, the mode in which the gaming state shifts to the low base state on condition of the variable display number of special symbols is illustrated. Is not limited to this, and when the game state is a medium base state or a high base state, it is a condition that the number of times the variable display result is a small hit reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 10 times). The gaming state may shift to a low base state. As shown in FIG. 8-18 (A), in the feature unit 020IW, the variable display of the second special symbol is set to have a higher small hit probability than the variable display of the first special symbol. When the game state is the medium base state or the high base state, the game state shifts to the low base state on condition that the number of times that the variable display result of the second special symbol is a small hit reaches a predetermined number of times. You may.

Next, the operation of the CPU 103 in the feature unit 020IW will be described. In the game control timer interrupt processing in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-20, the CPU 103 performs the switch processing, the main side error processing, the information output processing, the game random number update processing, and the special symbol shown in S21 to S27. After executing the process process, the normal symbol process process, and the command control process, the base value calculation process (151SG028) for calculating the base value and the prize ball (game ball) based on the game ball winning in each winning opening. ) Is executed to pay out the prize ball (151SG029), and the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

The RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 8-11 may be a backup RAM in which a part or all of the RAM 102 is backed up by a backup power source created on a predetermined power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied with power). To. In particular, at least the data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as the special figure process flag) and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be stored in the backup RAM. The data according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for recovering the control state before the occurrence of the power failure or the like based on the data when the data is restored after the power failure or the like occurs. Further, the data corresponding to the control state and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as the data indicating the progress state of the game.

Such a RAM 102 is provided with a game control data holding area (not shown) as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control data holding area includes a first special figure holding storage unit, a second special drawing holding storage unit, a normal drawing holding storage unit, a game control flag setting unit, a game control timer setting unit, and a game control counter. It has a setting unit and a game control buffer setting unit.

The first special figure reservation storage unit is a special figure game (first special symbol display) in which a game ball passes (enters) through the first start winning opening and a start winning (first starting winning) occurs but has not yet started. The reserved data of the special figure game) using the first special figure in the apparatus 151SG004A is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the first starting winning opening, and satisfies the first starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on the above, are reserved data. , Store until the number of stored items reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ), It is the pending information that makes it possible to judge whether or not it will be a big hit.

The second special figure hold storage unit is a special figure game (second special symbol display) in which the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening and a start winning (second starting winning) occurs but has not yet started. The reserved data of the special figure game) using the second special figure in the device 151SG004B is stored. As an example, the second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the second starting winning opening, and satisfies the second starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

It should be noted that the hold information (first hold information) based on the establishment of the first start condition due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first start winning opening and the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening. The hold information (second hold information) based on the establishment of the second start winning prize may be stored in association with the hold number in the common hold storage unit. In this case, the start port data indicating which of the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening the game ball has passed (entered) may be included in the hold information and stored in association with the hold number. ..

The normal figure hold storage unit stores the hold information of the normal figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 151SG020 even though the game ball that has passed through the passing gate is detected by the gate switch 151SG021. For example, the normal map holding storage unit associates the game balls with the hold numbers in the order in which they pass through the passing gate, and is used for determining the normal figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on the passing of the game balls. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 is stored as reserved data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”).

The game control flag setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can update the state according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control flag setting unit stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

The game control timer setting unit is provided with various timers used to control the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit stores data indicating timer values for each of a plurality of types of timers.

The game control counter setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting the count values used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit stores data indicating count values for each of a plurality of types of counters. Here, the game control counter setting unit 154 may be provided with a random counter for the CPU 103 to count a part or all of the game random numbers so that they can be updated by software.

Random numbers not generated by the random number circuit 104, for example, numerical data indicating random numbers MR1 to MR4 are stored as random count values in the random counter of the game control counter setting unit, and are periodically executed according to the execution of software by the CPU 103. Numerical data indicating each random number value is updated targetly or irregularly. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the operation of updating the numerical data in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. It may be for updating the random count value by performing a predetermined process such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or a part of the numerical data.

The game control buffer setting unit is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control buffer setting unit stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

In the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-20, in the game control timer interrupt processing, whether or not the CPU 103 has set the normal power input / output ball mismatch flag after executing the special symbol process process in step S25. Is determined (step 117FS100). The general variable entry / exit ball mismatch flag indicates the number of game balls that have entered the ordinary variable winning device (hereinafter referred to as winning balls) in the ordinary variable winning device, the installation area of the fifth count switch 151SG023E from the ordinary variable winning device, and the normal variable winning device. A flag set by 117FS076 in FIG. 8-21, which will be described later, when the total number of game balls discharged (hereinafter referred to as “outgoing balls”) that have passed through each of the installation areas of the sixth count switch 151SG023F does not match. Is.

Then, when it is determined that the normal electric input / output ball mismatch flag is not set, the command control process (step S27) is executed after the normal symbol process process (step S26) is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal electric input / output ball mismatch flag is set, the command control process (step S27) is executed without executing the normal symbol process process (step S26). As a result, when the number of balls entered and the number of balls exited do not match in the normal variable winning device, the progress of the normal symbol process process (step S26) is stopped, so that the execution of the control of the normal symbol is restricted. Will be done.

FIG. 8-21 is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory entry / exit ball management process. The ordinary electric accessory entry / exit management process is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory entry / exit management process executed as a process forming a part of the switch process (S21) of FIG. 8-20.

The normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is performed in addition to the process of determining whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23. It is a process related to entering and exiting a ball in an ordinary variable winning device.

In the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process, first, by checking the progress of the normal symbol process process, it is determined whether or not the normal electric accessory (slide member 151SG704) is open in the current state. (117FS061). When it is not open at 117FS061, it shifts to 117FS068 described later. On the other hand, when the ball is open at 117FS061, it is determined whether or not the entry of the game ball is detected by the fourth count switch 151SG023D near the entrance of the normally variable winning device (117FS062). When the incoming ball is detected by 117FS062, the count value of the general electric incoming ball counter provided in the RAM 103 is updated by adding "+1" (117FS063), and when the incoming ball is not detected by 117FS062, the general electric incoming ball is added. The counter is not updated. As a result, the total number of balls won while the variable winning device is open is counted.

Next, it is determined whether or not the exit of the game ball is detected by the fifth count switch 151SG023E in the first region of the two regions near the exit of the normal variable winning device (117FS064). When a ball is detected by 117FS064, the count value of the normal power ball counter provided in the RAM 103 is updated by adding "+1" (117FS065), and when a ball is not detected by 117FS064, the ball is discharged. The counter is not updated. As a result, the total value of the number of balls to be ejected while the variable winning device is open is counted.

Next, it is determined whether or not the exit of the game ball is detected by the sixth count switch 151SG023F in the second region of the two regions near the exit of the normal variable winning device (117FS066). When the ball exit is detected by 117FS066, the count value of the normal electric ball counter provided in the RAM 103 is updated by adding "+1" (117FS067), and when the ball is not detected by 117FS067, the normal electric ball is ejected. The counter is not updated. As a result, the total value of the number of balls to be ejected while the variable winning device is open is counted. After that, the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is completed.

Further, as the exit of the game ball of the normally variable winning device, two areas of the first area and the second area as described above are provided, and the general electric ball counter has the output of these two areas. Since the total value of the balls is counted, it is possible to count the number of balls to be ejected more accurately.

In this way, in the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process, the normal variable winning device is counted by counting the total number of winning balls and the total number of outgoing balls in the open state. It becomes possible to manage the entry and exit of the ball in.

When the above-mentioned 117FS061 is not open, it is determined whether or not the current timing is the closing (closing start) timing after the normal electric accessory by checking the progress of the normal symbol process processing (117FS068). .. When it is the closing (closing start) timing at 117FS068, the timer for waiting for the normal electric ball is set in the RAM 103 (117FS069), and the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is terminated. The normal electric ball waiting timer is the time to wait for a specific time for a game ball that normally enters the normal variable winning device for a valid reason, such as entering the ball just before the normal electric accessory is closed. It is a timekeeping means to measure the time. The timer value corresponding to a predetermined time is set in the timer for waiting for the normal electric ball to wait for the game ball that has normally entered the variable winning device for a good reason, and then the time elapses. It is subtracted and updated accordingly.

When it is not the closing (closing start) timing in the above-mentioned 117FS068, it is determined whether or not the timer for waiting for the normal electric ball is being clocked (117FS070). When the timer for waiting for the normal electric ball is not being clocked at 117FS070, the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is terminated. On the other hand, when the timer for waiting for a normal electric ball is being clocked at 117FS070, the timer value set in the timer for waiting for a normal electric ball is updated by "-1" (117FS071). Next, it is determined whether or not the timer value of the normal power output ball waiting timer becomes "0" and the time-out occurs (117FS072). If the 117FS072 has not timed out, the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is terminated. On the other hand, when the time-out occurs at 117FS072, the timer for waiting for the normal power output ball is stopped (117FS073), and the specific time lapse flag is set after the normal power is closed (117FS074). The specific time elapsed flag after closing the normal electric accessory is a flag indicating that a specific time has passed since the closing of the ordinary electric accessory.

Next, it is determined whether or not the count value of the normal power input ball counter and the count value of the normal power output ball counter match (117FS075). As a result, it is confirmed whether or not the number of balls entered and the number of balls discharged in the normally variable winning device match. When the count value of the normal electric incoming / outgoing ball counter and the counted value of the general electric outgoing ball counter match in 117FS075, it means that the normal incoming / outgoing ball-related state is satisfied, and the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is completed. On the other hand, when the count value of the normal electric incoming / outgoing ball counter and the counted value of the general electric outgoing ball counter do not match in 117FS075, it is an abnormal incoming / outgoing ball-related state, and the general electric incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is set (117FS076). ), The normal electric accessory entry / exit management process is completed.

In this way, in the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process, whether the state of the entry / exit relationship is normal or abnormal by managing the number of entries and the number of exits in the ordinary variable winning device. Can be determined. In addition, in the normal electric accessory entry / exit management process, a game ball that normally enters the normal variable winning device for a valid reason, such as entering the ball immediately before the normal electric accessory is closed at 117FS068, is released. By waiting for the detection for a specific time, it is possible to more accurately determine the state of entering and exiting the ball.

If the count value of the normal power input / output counter and the count value of the normal power output / output counter do not match and the general power input / output disagreement flag is set in 117FS076, the 117FS100 of FIG. 8-20 is used to set S26. Since the predetermined control by the normal symbol process processing is not executed, the game related to the normal symbol does not proceed (the game is stopped), so that the game medium that has entered the normal variable winning device is distributed to any area and passes through. It is possible to deal with fraudulent acts against variable winning devices having the first and second regions possible.

In addition, among the areas where the game medium that has entered the normally variable winning device can be distributed to any area and can pass through, the first area is the first swing member 151SG702 for starting the variable display of the first special symbol. This is a region that can be opened, and the first region is a region that can open the second swing member 151SG703 for starting the variable display of the second special symbol. It is possible to deal with fraudulent acts on each of the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol.

Further, even when the count value of the normal electric incoming / outgoing ball counter and the counted value of the general electric incoming / outgoing ball counter do not match and the general electric incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is set in 117FS076, the special symbol of S25 in FIG. 8-20 is obtained. By executing the process process, the predetermined control by the normal symbol process process is not executed, so that even when the game of the normal symbol is stopped and the game is stopped, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are executed. Since the control of the symbols is not restricted, it is possible to avoid the influence on the game using the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Further, when the count value of the normal power input / output ball counter and the count value of the normal power output ball counter do not match and the general power input / output ball mismatch flag is set in 117FS076, the predetermined control by the normal symbol process processing is executed. Since it only disappears, it is possible to avoid the influence of the variable display of the special symbol on other games other than the game.

When the count value of the normal power input / output counter and the count value of the normal power output / output counter do not match and the general power input / output mismatch flag is set in 117FS076, the entire normal symbol process process of S26 is executed. An example of not performing the process has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the process may be looped in the normal symbol process process portion of S26 so that the process does not proceed. Further, in the case where the entire normal symbol process process of S26 is not executed when the normal power incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is set in this way, when the outgoing ball is additionally detected, the general electric incoming / outgoing ball mismatch is performed. The flag may be reset, and in that case, processing may be performed so that the execution of the normal symbol process processing that has not been executed can be resumed.

In addition, when the count value of the normal power input / output counter and the count value of the normal power output / output counter do not match and the general power input / output mismatch flag is set in 117FS076, the entire normal symbol process process of S26 is executed. An example of not performing is described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and a part of the normal symbol process processing of S26 may not be executed. For example, among the normal symbol process processes of S26, only the process related to the variable display of the normal symbol may not be executed. In this way, when the count value of the incoming / outgoing ball counter does not match the count value of the normal electric incoming / outgoing ball counter and the general electric incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is set in 117FS076, at least one of the controls related to the normal symbol is set. Some control (processing) may be restricted. As an example, the first control regarding the ordinary symbol display 151SG020 (for example, the variable display control of the ordinary symbol) is performed, and the second control regarding the ordinary variable winning device is performed (for example, the operation control of the ordinary electric accessory). In the case of executing the normal identification information game control, when the general identification information game control is set, at least a part of the normal identification information game control may be restricted (117FS075N in FIG. 8-21, FIG. 8-20). S26A does not execute the normal symbol process processing of S26, etc.). In this way, when the general-purpose incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is set, the execution of any control (process) in the normal symbol process processing may be restricted.

FIG. 8-22 is a flowchart showing normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing. The normal electric accessory entry / exit error process is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory entry / exit management process executed as a process forming a part of the main side error process (S22) of FIG. 8-20.

The normal electric accessory entry / exit error process is a process included in S22 as one of the processes for performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing, the abnormal state related to the entry / exit is determined based on the detection of the entry / exit in the normal variable winning device, and the abnormal state is determined when the abnormality is present. The process that enables notification is executed.

In the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing, first, it is determined whether or not the general electric entry / exit ball mismatch flag that can be set in 117FS076 is set (117FS081). When the flag for mismatching incoming / outgoing balls is not set in 117FS081, it is in a normal state, and the process shifts to 117FS085, which will be described later. On the other hand, when the flag for mismatching the incoming / outgoing balls is not set in 117FS081, it is an abnormal state, and it is determined whether or not the flag for which the first universal error command has been set, which is set in 117FS084 described later, is set. (117FS082).

When the flag for which the first normal electric error command has been set is set in 117FS082, error processing based on the general electric incoming / outgoing ball mismatch flag is already being executed, so the process proceeds to 117FS085, which will be described later. On the other hand, when the flag for setting the first normal electric error command is not set in 117FS082, the data for transmitting the first general electric error command is set (117FS083), and the process shifts to 117FS085. As a result, the set first general electric error command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in S27 of FIG. 8-20. The first normal electric error command is an effect control command indicating that the incoming and outgoing balls in the normally variable winning device are in an abnormal state in which they do not match.

In 117FS085, by checking the progress of the normal symbol process processing, it is determined whether or not the current state is closed after the normal electric accessory (117FS085). When it is not closed at 117FS085, the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is closed at 117FS085, it is determined whether or not the specific time lapse flag after closing the normal electric power, which can be set at 117FS074, is set (117FS086). If the specific time elapsed flag is not set after the normal electric power is closed, the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the specific time lapse flag is set after the normal electric power is closed, it is determined whether or not the fourth count switch 151SG023D provided near the entrance in the normal variable winning device has detected the ball entry (117FS087). ..

If the 117FS087 does not detect the entry of a ball, the process proceeds to 117FS089, which will be described later. On the other hand, when the incoming ball is detected by 117FS088, the data for transmitting the second normal electric error command is set (117FS088), and the process shifts to 117FS089. As a result, the set second general error command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in S27 of FIG. 8-20. The second normal electric error command is an effect control command indicating that it is in an abnormal state in which a ball is detected while the variable winning device is closed.

In 117FS089, it is determined whether or not the fifth count switch 151SG023E or the sixth count switch 151SG023F has detected a ball exit (117FS089). If the 117FS089 does not detect a ball exit, the normal electric accessory entry / exit error process ends. On the other hand, when the ball exit is detected by 117FS089, the data for transmitting the third normal electric error command is set (117FS090), and the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing is terminated. As a result, the set third general-purpose error command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in S27 of FIG. 8-20. The third normal electric error command is an effect control command indicating that the ball is in an abnormal state in which a ball is detected while the variable winning device is closed.

In the normal electric accessory entry / exit error processing, an abnormal state related to the entry / exit of the ordinary variable winning device is determined, and depending on the type of the determined abnormal state, the first to third normal electric error commands are used. Error command is sent. When such an error command is transmitted, the effect control CPU 120 executes effect control for performing error notification (abnormality notification) according to the type of received error command.

FIG. 8-23 is a display screen view of the image display device 5 showing an error notification effect executed when the first to third normal electric error commands are received by the effect control CPU 120.

When the effect control CPU 120 receives the first normal power error command, in the command analysis process (S75) of FIG. 6, the first error of "normal power unit entry / exit ball error" as shown in FIG. 8-23 (A) In the image display device 5, the character image 55 is displayed in an area below the area where the variable display is executed in each of the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As a result, it is notified that an abnormal state has occurred in the entry / exit of the normally variable winning device. When such a display is displayed, a notification that an abnormal state has occurred may be output by voice from the speaker.

When the effect control CPU 120 receives the second normal power error command, in the command analysis process (S75) of FIG. 6, a second error of "normal power unit entry error" as shown in FIG. 8-23 (B) In the image display device 5, the character image 56 is displayed in an area below the area where the variable display is executed in each of the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As a result, it is notified that an abnormal state has occurred in the ball entry of the normally variable winning device. When such a display is displayed, a notification that an abnormal state has occurred may be output by voice from the speaker.

When the effect control CPU 120 receives the third normal power error command, in the command analysis process (S75) of FIG. 6, a third error called "normal power unit exit error" as shown in FIG. 8-23 (C) In the image display device 5, the character image 57 is displayed in an area below the area where the variable display is executed in each of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As a result, it is notified that an abnormal state has occurred in the ball ejection of the normally variable winning device. When such a display is displayed, a notification that an abnormal state has occurred may be output by voice from the speaker.

As shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) to 8-23 (C), when an abnormal state occurs between the entry and exit of the normal variable winning device, the abnormality is identified by the abnormality display on the image display device 5. Since possible notification is given, it is possible to easily recognize that an abnormal state has occurred in the normally variable winning device.

In addition, as in the state where the normally variable winning device is closed due to the notification of the normal electric incoming ball error in FIGS. 8-22, 117FS085, 117FS086, 117FS089, 117FS090 and FIG. 8-23 (B), the ordinary electric accessory In a state where a predetermined control such as an open control is not executed, a state in which the predetermined control is not executed by being notified of the occurrence of an abnormal state based on the fact that the game ball has entered the normally variable winning device. It is possible to deal with fraudulent acts on the ordinary variable winning device.

Further, as in the state where the normal variable winning device is closed due to the notification of the normal electric ball ejection error in FIGS. 8-22 117FS085-117FS088 and FIG. 8-23 (C), the normal electric accessory opening control is performed. At least one of the first area (installation area of the fifth count switch 151SG023E) and the second area (installation area of the sixth count switch 151SG023F), which is the exit of the game ball, in a state where the predetermined control is not executed. By notifying the occurrence of an abnormal state based on the passage of the game ball, it is possible to deal with fraudulent acts on the ordinary variable winning device in a state where the predetermined control is not executed.

Further, until the specific time elapsed flag is set after the normal electric power is closed by 117FS086 of FIG. 8-22, the error notification related processing of 117FS087 to 117FS090 is not executed. When the game ball enters the normally variable winning device immediately after the execution of the control is stopped (immediately after the normal electric accessory is closed), the occurrence of the abnormal state is not notified. Therefore, for example, the normal variable is normally changed immediately before the execution of the predetermined control is stopped. The entry of a game ball that is not related to fraudulent activity, such as a state in which a game ball has entered the winning device, and a state in which the game ball has passed through the first area or the second area for a long period of stay in the normally variable winning device. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the occurrence of an abnormal state from being notified.

FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart showing a special symbol normal process (S110) executed by the CPU 103. In the special symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the first special symbol hold storage number is "0" (151SGS141). The first special figure reservation number is the number of reservations of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 151SG004A.

When the number of 1st special figure hold storage is other than "0" in 151SGS141 (151SGS141; N), the hold data stored in the 1st special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the hold number "1" is set. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out (151SGS142). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the processing of 151SGS142, the first special figure holding memory number and the total holding storage number are subtracted by 1 by subtracting 1 from the first special figure holding storage number count value and the total holding storage number count value and updating. And update the data in the 1st special figure reservation storage unit. Specifically, the random numbers MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the hold storage unit of the first special figure are shown. The pending data is shifted upward one entry at a time (S143).

After that, after updating the variable special figure designated buffer value, which is the stored value of the variable special figure designated buffer, to "1" (151SGS144), the process shifts to 151SGS149.

On the other hand, when the first special figure reserved storage number is "0" in 151SGS141 (151SGS141; Y), it is determined whether or not the second special figure reserved storage number is "0" (151SGS145). The second special figure reservation number is the number of reservations of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 151SG004B. For example, in the process of 151SGS145, the game control counter setting unit may read the second hold storage number count value stored in the second hold storage number counter, and determine whether or not the read value is "0". .. As described above, the process of 151SGS145 is executed when it is determined by 151SGS141 that the number of reserved first special figures is "0", and whether or not the number of reserved second special figures is "0". Is determined. As a result, the special figure game using the first special figure is started to be executed with priority over the special figure game using the second special figure.

It should be noted that the special figure game using the first special figure is not limited to the one executed with priority over the special figure game using the second special figure, for example, the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening. The execution of the special figure game may be started in the order in which the game balls enter (pass) and the start prize is generated. In this case, a table for storing data that can specify the order in which the start winnings are generated is provided, and the execution of the special figure game using either the first special figure or the second special figure is started from the stored data. I just need to be able to decide.

When the second special figure hold storage number is other than "0" in 151SGS145 (151SGS145; N), the hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the hold number "1" is set. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out (151SGS146). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the processing of 151SGS146, the second special figure holding memory number and the total holding storage number are subtracted by 1 by subtracting 1 from the second special figure holding storage number count value and the total holding storage number count value and updating. As well as updating the data in the second special figure reservation storage unit. Specifically, the random numbers MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the second special figure hold storage unit are shown. The pending data is shifted up one entry at a time (151SGS147).

After that, after updating the variable special figure designated buffer value, which is the stored value of the variable special figure designated buffer, to "2" (151SGS148), the process shifts to 151SGS149.

In 151SGS149, FIG. 8-18 (A) is used as a table for determining whether the special symbol display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, is "big hit", "small hit", or "missing". Select and set the display result judgment table shown in. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is assigned to each special figure display result of "big hit", "small hit", and "missing". Compared with the value, it is determined whether the special figure display result is "big hit", "small hit", or "missing" (151SGS150).

After the special figure display result is determined by the 151SGS150, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is a "big hit" (151SGS151). Then, when it is determined to be a "big hit" (151SGS151; Y), the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit is set to the on state (151SGS152). At this time, as a table to be used for determining the jackpot type to one of a plurality of types, a jackpot type determination table corresponding to the variable special figure designation buffer is selected and set (151SGS153). At this time, when the value of the variable special figure designation buffer is "1", the CPU 103 selects and sets the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol shown in FIG. 8-18 (B), and sets the variable special figure. When the value of the figure designation buffer is "2", the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 8-18 (C) may be selected and set. By referring to the jackpot type determination table set in this way, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination stored in the variable random number buffer is "big hit A" and "big hit B" in the jackpot type determination table. , "Big hit C" and "Big hit D", it is determined which of the plurality of types the big hit type is to be selected according to which of the determination values assigned to each big hit type is matched (151SGS154).

By determining the jackpot type in the processing of 151SGS154, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state can be determined as either a time saving state in which the time single output control (time saving control) is performed or a normal state in which the time saving control is not performed. Whether to control the game state of is decided before the definite special symbol as the variable display result is derived. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting the jackpot type buffer value which is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit (151SGS155), the determined jackpot type is stored. Then proceed to 151SGS156. As an example, if the jackpot type is "big hit A", the jackpot type buffer value is set to "0", if it is "big hit B", it is set to "1", if it is "big hit C", it is set to "2", and "big hit D". If it is, it may be set to "3".

On the other hand, when it is determined by 151SGS151 that it is not a "big hit" (151SGS151; N), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result is a "small hit" (151SGS151a). When it is determined to be a "small hit" (151SGS151a; Y), the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit is set to the on state (151SGS151b). At this time, a small hit type determination table (see FIG. 8-18 (D)) is selected and set as a table to be used for determining the small hit type to one of a plurality of types (151SGS151c). By referring to the small hit type determination table set in this way, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for the hit type determination stored in the variable random number buffer can be displayed as "small hit A" and "small hit A" in the small hit type determination table. It is determined which of the plurality of small hit types is to be used according to which of the determination values assigned to each small hit type of "small hit B" is matched (151SGS151d).

Corresponding to the small hit type determined in this way, for example, by setting the small hit type buffer value which is the stored value of the small hit type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit (151SGS151e), the determined small amount. The hit type is memorized and the process proceeds to 151SGS156. As an example, if the small hit type is "small hit A", the small hit type buffer value may be set to "0", and if it is "small hit B", it may be set to "1".

In 151SGS156, the result of pre-determining whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state (whether or not the jackpot flag is set), the result of determining the jackpot type in the case of the jackpot gaming state, and further, the small hit gaming state. A definite special symbol is set according to the pre-determined result of whether or not to control (whether or not the small hit flag is set). As an example, a special symbol indicating the "-" symbol, which is an outlier symbol, is set as the finalized special symbol in response to the pre-determined result that the special symbol display result is "out of place". Further, when the special figure display result is determined to be "big hit" in 151SGS151, the big hit symbols "1", "3", "5", depending on the determination result of the big hit type in 151SGS154, Any of the special symbols indicating the number "7" is set as the finalized special symbol. That is, a special symbol showing the number "1" is set as the finalized special symbol according to the determination result that the jackpot type is "big hit A". In addition, a special symbol showing the number "3" is set as the finalized special symbol according to the determination result that the jackpot type is "big hit B". A special symbol showing the number "5" is set as a confirmed special symbol according to the determination result that the jackpot type is "big hit C". A special symbol showing the number "7" is set as a confirmed special symbol according to the determination result that the jackpot type is "big hit D". Further, in response to the pre-determined result that the special symbol display result is "small hit", the special symbol indicating the symbol "2" which is the small hit symbol is set as the finalized special symbol.

After the fixed special symbol is set in 151SGS156, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1" which is a value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern setting process (151SGS157), and then the special symbol normal processing is terminated.

If the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is "0" in 151SGS145 (151SGS145; Y), after performing the predetermined demo display setting (151SGS158), the special symbol is normal. End the process. In this demo display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo specification command) for designating a demonstration display (demo screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is produced from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the transmission has been completed to the substrate 12. At this time, if the customer waiting demo designation command has already been sent, the demo display setting is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been sent, the setting for sending the customer waiting demo specification command is made, and then the demo display setting is terminated.

Next, the variation start time reduction end determination process will be described. FIG. 8-25 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation start time reduction end determination process executed once at the variation start. The variation start time reduction end determination process may be executed, for example, in the special symbol variation process (step S112). The variation start time reduction end determination process includes a process of managing the variation start time reduction flag.

In the variation start time reduction end determination process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction state is set is set (step 020IWS001). If the time reduction flag is not set (step 020IWS001; No), the variation start time reduction end determination process ends.

If the time saving flag is set (step 020IWS001; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the variation display to be started is the final variation in the time saving state (hereinafter, also referred to as the time saving final variation) (step 020IWS002). If it is not the time reduction final variation, the variation start time reduction end determination process is terminated.

In step 020IWS002, it can be determined as follows whether or not the time reduction is the final variation. For example, when the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display number counter and the value of the second special figure variable display number counter, which will be described later, is 99, it is determined that the variation display to be started is the time saving final variation. Further, when the gaming state is in the high base state, the variable display to be started is the variable display of the first special symbol and the value of the variable display count counter of the first special symbol is 99, or the variable display to be started is the first. 2 In the case of the variation display of the special symbol, it is determined that the variation display to be started is the time saving final variation.

In the case of the time saving final fluctuation, the CPU 103 resets the time saving flag (step 020IWS003). Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, whether or not the value of the second reserved storage number counter is 4) (step 020IWS004).

When it is determined that the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 resets these flags if the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag are set. Then (step 020IWS005), the variable start time reduction end determination process is terminated. In step 020IWS005, the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the value of the second special figure variable display count counter are reset to 0.

When it is determined that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 sets the time saving extension flag (step step 020IWS006). After that, the variation start time reduction end determination process is terminated.

FIG. 8-26 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable middle time reduction end determination process. The variable time saving end determination process is a process for determining whether or not the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied during the fluctuation and ending the time saving state when the end condition is satisfied, and is in the special symbol variation process (step S112). Is repeated in.

In the variable middle time reduction end determination process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the time reduction extension flag is set (step 020IWS101). If the time reduction extension flag is not set (step 020IWS101; No), the fluctuation start time fluctuation middle time reduction end determination process ends.

If the time saving extension flag is set (step 020IWS101; Yes), whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, whether or not the value of the second reserved storage number counter is 4). (Step 020IWS102). If the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value (step 020IWS102; No), the variable medium-time reduction end determination process is terminated.

When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value (step 020IWS102; Yes) in the time saving final fluctuation in which the time saving extension flag is set, the CPU 103 determines that the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied, and sets the time saving extension flag. Reset (step 020IWS103). Further, the CPU 103 resets these flags if the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag are set (step 020IWS104), and ends the variable medium-time reduction end determination process. In step 020IWS104, the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the value of the second special figure variable display count counter are reset to 0.

In the feature unit 020IW, in the final fluctuation in the time saving state (time saving final fluctuation), the time saving flag is reset at the start of the fluctuation (corresponding to the processing of steps 020IWS002 to S003). However, if the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value at the start of fluctuation, the time saving flag is reset and the time saving state (high base control) ends immediately, while the second reserved storage number is set at the start of fluctuation. If the upper limit is not reached, the time saving flag is reset, but the time saving state (high base control) does not end immediately, and the time saving extension flag is set until the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit. It becomes a state. Then, while the time saving extension flag is set, the time saving state (high base control) continues. As described above, in the feature unit 020IW, since the time saving flag is reset at a fixed timing (at the time of the final time saving fluctuation), the control for resetting the time saving flag becomes easy, and the behavior can be expected to be stable. During the final time reduction fluctuation, the time reduction extension flag is used to determine and manage the time reduction state.

The time saving flag and the time saving extension flag are referred to in the normal symbol process processing, and when any of them is on, high base control in the normal symbol process processing (control to increase the probability that the stop symbol of the normal symbol becomes a hit symbol, etc.) ) Is executed. When the time saving flag and the time saving extension flag are turned off, the high base control in the normal symbol process processing ends, and the time saving state ends.

FIG. 8-27 is a timing chart until the end of the time saving state. FIG. 8-27 shows a case where it is determined that the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit number at the start of the time saving final fluctuation, and it is determined that the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit number in the time saving final fluctuation. An example is shown.

As shown in FIG. 8-27, at the timing t1 which is the start timing of the time saving final fluctuation, the time saving flag is reset to off and the time saving extension flag is set to on. After that, at the timing t2, when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number, the time saving extension flag is reset to off, and the time saving state (high base control) ends. Then, after the time saving final variation is completed at the timing t3, the variation display of the second special symbol corresponding to the second reserved storage number is executed.

Hall management from the main board (game control board) 31 by the information output process in step S29 during the time saving state and while the variation display of the second special symbol corresponding to the number of second reserved storages accumulated after the time saving is executed. A short-time signal is output to the outside of a gaming machine such as a computer. Further, at this time, the right-handed LED (right-handed lamp) provided at a predetermined position of the game board 6 and indicating that the player is in a right-handed state is turned on. When the variation display of the second special symbol corresponding to the number of the second reserved storage ends at the timing t4, the time saving medium signal and the right-handed LED are turned off. By doing so, it is possible to preferably grasp the number of consecutive chans and the number of balls to be ejected by an external device. In addition, it is possible to notify the player of an appropriate game method. The timing for externally outputting the time-saving medium signal is a right-handed command output from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 (a command indicating that the time-saving state is in effect, or during the pending digestion of the second special symbol after the time-saving state ends. It may be synchronized with the output timing of the command) indicating that there is.

In this feature unit 020IW, based on the game ball winning in the variable winning ball device (ordinary electric accessory), the non-electric accessory is opened and the game ball is opened in the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening. Is possible to win a prize, and when a non-electric accessory is opened, it is configured to be in an open state until a specified number (for example, two) of game balls are won. In such a gaming machine, when the time saving state is terminated at the end timing of the time saving final fluctuation, the non-electric accessory (second starting winning opening) is opened in the time saving final fluctuation while limiting the number of second reserved storages. Ends the time saving state with, and after the time saving state ends, the non-electric accessory (second start winning opening) that is open after the variable display of the second special symbol corresponding to the accumulated second reserved memory is executed. Can win a specified number of game balls. That is, after the time saving state ends and the state shifts to the normal state (low base state), a situation occurs in which the variable display of the second special symbol equal to or more than the upper limit number of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is executed. I will end up. Therefore, in this feature unit 020IW, the time saving state is determined at the timing when the second reserved storage number is determined to be the upper limit at the start of the time saving final fluctuation, or at the timing when the second holding storage number becomes the upper limit during the execution of the time saving final fluctuation. By terminating, the number of game balls that win the variable winning ball device (ordinary electric accessory) can be reduced, and the non-electric accessory (second starting winning opening) is opened while limiting the number of second reserved memories. It can be difficult to end the time saving state in the state. That is, after the time saving state ends and the state shifts to the normal state (low base state), a situation may occur in which the variable display of the second special symbol of the upper limit number of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) or more is executed. Can be prevented.

8-28 and 8-29 are flowcharts showing a special symbol stop process (S113) executed by the CPU 103. In the special symbol stop processing, the CPU 103 sets the end flag referred to in the special symbol variation processing of S32 to end the variation of the special symbol, and stops at the first special symbol display device 151SG004A and the second special symbol display device 151SG004B. Control is performed to derive and display a symbol (151SGS171). When the variable special symbol designation buffer value is "1" indicating the first special symbol, the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 151SG004A is terminated, and the variable special symbol designated buffer value. When is "2" indicating the second special symbol, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 151SG004B is terminated. In addition, control is performed to transmit a symbol determination command to the effect control board 12 (151SGS172). Then, it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag is set (151SGS173), and if the jackpot flag is not set (151SGS173; N), the process shifts to 151SGS180.

On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is set (151SGS173; Y), the CPU 103 sets these flags if the time saving flag, the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base flag are set. Cleared (151SG174), hit start 1 designated command (big hit A), hit start 2 designated command (big hit B), hit start 3 designated command (big hit C) according to the type of jackpot stored in the effect control board 12. ) Hit start 4 Make settings for transmitting the designated command (big hit D) (151SGS175). The hit start designation command set in 151SGS175 is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by the command control process (S27) described above.

Further, the CPU 103 makes a setting for transmitting a game state designation command indicating a normal state to the effect control board 12 (151SGS176).

Then, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the jackpot, for example, in the image display device 5) is set in the jackpot display time timer (151SGS177). Further, the number of times of opening (for example, 4 times in the case of big hit A to C and 15 times in the case of big hit D) is set in the big winning opening opening number counter (151SGS178). Then, the values of the first special figure variable display count counter and the second special figure variable display count counter, which will be described later, are reset to 0 (151SGS179a), and the value of the separate symbol process flag corresponds to the jackpot opening preprocessing (S114). The value is updated to "4" (151SGS179b), and if the time saving extension flag is set, it is reset (020IWS210) to end the special symbol stop process.

On the other hand, in 151SGS180, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the small hit flag is set. If the small hit flag is not set (151SGS180; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS198. On the other hand, when the small hit flag is set (151SGS180; Y), the CPU 103 receives a hit start 5 designation command (small hit A) or a hit on the effect control board 12 according to the type of small hit stored in the effect control board 12. Start 6 Make settings to send the designated command (small hit B) (151SGS181). The hit start designation command set in 151SGS181 is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by the command control process (S27) described above.

Then, a value corresponding to the small hit display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the small hit by, for example, the image display device 5) is set in the small hit display time timer (151SGS182). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 2 times in the case of a small hit) is set in the large winning opening opening number counter (151SGS183), and whether or not the time saving flag is set, that is, the medium base state (first medium base). It is determined whether or not a small hit is won in the state or the second medium base state) or the high base state (151SGS184). When the time saving flag is not set, that is, when the small hit is won in the low base state (normal state) (151SGS184; N), the low base time small hit flag is set and the process proceeds to 151SGS186 (151SGS185). If the time reduction flag is set, that is, if a small hit is won in the medium base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state (151SGS184; Y), the processing of 151SGS185 is performed. Proceed to 151SGS186 without going through.

Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the time saving flag is set in 151SGS186, that is, whether or not the gaming state is a medium base state (first medium base state or second medium base state) or a high base state. To do. If the time saving flag is not set (151SGS186; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS196, and if the time saving flag is set (151SGS186; Y), whether or not the value of the variable special map designation buffer is 1, that is, , It is determined whether or not the executed variable display is the variable display of the first special symbol (151SGS187). When the value of the variable special symbol designation buffer is 1 (151SGS187; Y), the variable display number of the first special symbol in the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state is set. The value of the first special figure variable display count counter shown is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151 SGS 190 (151 SGS 188). When the value of the variable special symbol designation buffer is 2 (151SGS187; N), the variable display of the second special symbol in the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state. The value of the second special figure variable display count counter indicating the number of times is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS190 (151SGS189).

Next, in 151SGS190, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display number counter and the value of the second special figure variable display disclosure number counter is 100. When the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the value of the second special figure variable display disclosure number counter is 99 or less (151SGS190; N), whether or not the gaming state is a high base state is further determined. That is, it is determined whether or not the high base state flag is set (151SGS191). When the gaming state is the high base state (151SGS191; Y), it is determined whether or not the value of the first special figure variable display number counter is 100 (151SGS192). When the value of the first special figure variable display number counter is 99 or less (151SGS191; N), it is determined whether or not the value of the second special figure variable display number counter is 1 (151SGS193). When the value of the second special figure variable display count counter is 0 (151SGS193; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS196.

Further, when the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display number counter and the value of the second special figure variable display number counter is 100 (151SGS190; Y), the gaming state is the high base state (151SGS191; Y). , When the value of the first special figure variable display count counter is 100 (191SGS192; Y), or when the value of the second special figure variable display count counter is 1 (181SGS193; Y), the time saving flag, the first Clear the set flags among the medium base state flag, the second medium base state flag, and the high base state flag (151SGS194), and set the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the second special figure variable display count counter. Reset the value to 0 and proceed to 151SGS196 (151SGS195).

In 151SG161, the CPU 103 sets the transmission of the game state designation command corresponding to the set state of the time saving flag. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "8" corresponding to the small hit opening preprocessing (S118) (151SGS197), and if the time saving extension flag is set, it is reset (020IWS210). The special symbol stop process is terminated.

On the other hand, in 151SGS198, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the time saving flag is set, that is, whether or not the gaming state is a medium base state (first medium base state or second medium base state) or a high base state. To do. If the time saving flag is not set (151SGS198; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS208, and if the time saving flag is set (151SGS198; Y), whether or not the value of the variable special diagram designation buffer is 1, that is, , It is determined whether or not the executed variable display is the variable display of the first special symbol (151SGS199). When the value of the variable special symbol designation buffer is 1 (151SGS199; Y), the variable display number of the first special symbol in the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state is set. The value of the first special figure variable display count counter shown is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS202 (151SGS200). When the value of the variable special symbol designation buffer is 2 (151SGS199; N), the variable display of the second special symbol in the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state. The value of the second special figure variable display number counter indicating the number of times is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS202 (151SGS201).

Next, in 151SGS202, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display number counter and the value of the second special figure variable display disclosure number counter is 100. When the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the value of the second special figure variable display disclosure number counter is 99 or less (151SGS202; N), whether or not the gaming state is a high base state is further determined. That is, it is determined whether or not the high base state flag is set (151SGS203). When the gaming state is the high base state (151SGS203; Y), it is determined whether or not the value of the first special figure variable display number counter is 100 (151SGS204). When the value of the first special figure variable display number counter is 99 or less (151SGS204; N), it is determined whether or not the value of the second special figure variable display number counter is 1 (151SGS205). When the value of the second special figure variable display count counter is 0 (151SGS205; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS208.

Further, when the sum of the value of the first special figure variable display count counter and the value of the second special figure variable display disclosure number counter is 100 (151SGS202; Y), the gaming state is the high base state (151SGS203; Y). ), When the value of the first special figure variable display count counter is 100 (191SGS204; Y), or when the value of the second special figure variable display count counter is 1 (181SGS205; Y), the time saving flag, the first Clear the set flag among the 1 medium base state flag, the 2nd medium base state flag, and the high base state flag (151SGS206), and set the value of the 1st special figure variable display count counter and the 2nd special figure variable display count counter. The value of is reset to 0 and the process proceeds to 151SGS208 (151SGS207).

In 151SG208, the CPU 103 sets the transmission of the game state designation command corresponding to the set state of the time saving flag. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "0" corresponding to the small hit opening preprocessing (S110) (151SGS209), and if the time saving extension flag is set, it is reset (020IWS210). The special symbol stop process is terminated.

FIG. 8-30 is a flowchart showing the small hit opening pre-processing (S118) executed by the CPU 103. In the small hit opening pre-processing, the CPU 103 first sets the small hit display time timer to -1 (151SGS211), and determines whether or not the small hit display time timer has timered out (151SGS212). If the small hit display time timer is not timered out (151SGS212; N), the small hit opening preprocessing is terminated, while if the small hit display time timer is timered out (151SGS212; Y), the big winning opening is opened. A value corresponding to a predetermined period (for example, 1 second) is set in the open time timer for setting the open state (151SGS213). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "9" (S204), which is a value corresponding to the small hit opening processing (S119), and the small hit opening pre-processing is terminated.

FIG. 8-31 is a flowchart showing the small hit opening processing (S119) executed by the CPU 103. In the small hit opening process, the CPU 103 first sets the value of the opening time timer to -1 (151SGS221). Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the open time timer has timed out (151SGS222).

If the open time timer is out of the timer (151SGS222; Y), it shifts to 151SGS235, and if the open time timer is not out of the timer (151SGS222; N), it is determined whether or not it is the opening timing of the big winning opening. (151SGS223). When the opening timing of the large winning opening is (151SGS223; Y), the CPU 103 controls the large winning opening to the open state by driving the solenoid 151SG082 for the large winning opening door (151SGS224). Then, the transmission setting of the designated command during the opening of the large winning opening is set (151SGS225), and the process shifts to 151SGS226. The command for designating the opening of the large winning opening, which is set to be transmitted in 151SGS225, is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by the command control process described above. If it is not the opening timing of the big winning opening (151SGS223; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS226 without going through 151SGS224 and 151SGS225.

In 151SGS226, the CPU 103 determines whether or not it is the closing timing of the big winning opening. When it is the closing timing of the big winning opening (151SGS226; Y), the CPU 103 controls the big winning opening to be closed by driving the solenoid 151SG082 for the big winning opening door (151SGS227). Then, after opening the big winning opening, the transmission setting of the designated command is set (151SGS228), and the process proceeds to 151SGS229. The command for designating the opening of the winning opening, which is set to be transmitted in 151SGS228, is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by the command control process described above. If it is not the closing timing of the big winning opening (151SGS226; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS229 without going through 151SGS227 and 151SGS228.

In 151SGS229, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second count switch 151SG023B is turned on. If the second count switch 151SG023B is not turned on (151SGS229; N), the processing during small hit opening is completed, and if the second count switch 151SG023B is turned on (151SGS229; Y), the second count switch is already on. It is determined whether or not the count switch 151SG023B is turned on, that is, whether or not the V winning flag indicating that the game ball has passed through the second count switch 151SG023B is set (151SGS230). If the V winning flag is set (151SGS230; Y), the processing during small hit opening is completed, and if the V winning flag is not set (151SGS230; N), the V winning flag is set (151SGS231). ..

Then, the CPU 103 sets the transmission of the V winning notification command to the effect control board 12 (151SGS232). The V prize notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in the command control process (S27) described above. Further, if the large winning opening is in the open state, the CPU 103 controls the large winning opening to be closed by driving the solenoid 151SG082 for the large winning opening door (151SGS233) and clears the opening time timer (151SGS234). ..

Then, in 151SGS235, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to "10", which is a value corresponding to the small hit end processing (S120), and ends the small hit opening process.

FIG. 8-32 is a flowchart showing the small hit end process (S120) executed by the CPU 103. In the small hit end process, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the small hit end display timer is operating (151SGS241). When the small hit end display timer is not operating (151SGS241; N), the small hit flag is cleared (151SGS242), and the transmission setting of the hit end designation command according to the small hit is set to the effect control board 12 (151SGS243). ). The hit end designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in the command control process (S27) described above. Then, a value corresponding to the small hit end display time is set in the small hit end display timer (151SGS244), and the small hit end process is terminated.

On the other hand, when the small hit end display timer is operating (151SGS241; Y), the value of the small hit end display timer is set to -1 (151SGS245). Then, it is determined whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed, that is, whether or not the small hit end display timer has timed out (151SGS246). If the small hit end display time has not elapsed (151SGS246; N), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second count switch 151SG023B is turned on (151SGS247). If the second count switch 151SG023B is not turned on (151SGS247; N), the small hit end processing is finished, and if the second count switch 151SG023B is turned on (151SGS247; Y), the second count is already done. It is determined whether or not the V winning flag indicating that the switch 151SG023B is turned on, that is, the game ball has passed the second count switch 151SG023B is set (151SGS248). If the V winning flag is set (151SGS248; Y), the small hit end process is completed, and if the V winning flag is not set (151SGS248; N), the V winning flag is set (151SGS249).

Then, the CPU 103 sets the transmission of the V winning notification command to the effect control board 12 (151SGS250). The V prize notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 in the command control process (S27) described above. Further, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the time saving flag is set (151SG251). When the time saving flag is set (151SGS251; Y), the small hit end processing is completed, and when the time saving flag is not set (151SG251; N), the low base time small hit flag is set and the small hit is set. The end process is terminated (151SGS252).

Further, when the small hit end display time has elapsed in 151SGS246 (151SGS246; Y), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the V winning flag is set (151SGS253). When the V winning flag is set (151SGS253; Y), the CPU 103 clears the V winning flag and sets the jackpot flag (151SGS254, 151SGS255). Then, the CPU 103 determines the big hit type from "big hit E" and "big hit F" based on the small hit type in which the V prize is generated (151SGS256). As shown in FIG. 8-18 (D), when the small hit type in which the V prize is generated is "small hit A", the big hit type is determined to be "big hit E". When the small hit type in which the V prize is generated is "small hit B", the big hit type is determined to be "big hit F". Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting the jackpot type buffer value which is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit (151SGS257), the determined jackpot type is stored. To do. As an example, if the jackpot type is "big hit E", the jackpot type buffer value may be set to "4", and if it is "big hit F", it may be set to "5".

After executing 151SGS257, the CPU 103 clears if the low base small hit flag is set (151SGS258). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "4" (151SGS259), which is a value corresponding to the large hit opening pre-processing (S114), and the small hit end processing is terminated.

That is, in this feature unit 020IW, the game ball passes through the second count switch 151SF023B not only during the small hit game but also during the period until the small hit end display time elapses after the small hit game ends. Therefore, even if a game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening immediately before the end of the small hit game, the big hit game is executed after the small hit end process is completed by passing the game ball through the second count switch 151SG023B. It has become like.

If the V winning flag is not set in 151SGS253 (151SGS; N), the CPU 103 updates the value of the special symbol process flag to "0", which is a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing (S110) (S110). 151SGS260), the small hit end process is completed.

FIG. 8-33 is a flowchart showing the base value calculation process (151SGS028) shown in FIG. 8-20. In the base value calculation process, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the gaming state is the jackpot gaming state (151SGS261). When it is in the big hit game state (151SGS261; Y), the base value calculation process is completed, and when it is not in the big hit game state (151SGS261; N), it is further determined whether or not the game state is the small hit game state (151SGS262). ).

When the gaming state is not the small hit gaming state (151SGS262; N), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state is the low base state (normal state). When it is not a low base state, that is, when it is in a medium base state (first medium base state or second medium base state) or a high base state (151SGS263; N), the base value calculation process is terminated. When the gaming state is in the low base state (151SGS263; Y), whether or not the first starting port A switch 151SG022A is turned on, that is, the game ball wins the first starting winning opening A and is the first. It is determined whether or not it is detected by the start port A switch 151SG022A (151SGS264).

When the first start port A switch 151SG022A is turned on (151SGS264), the CPU 103 increases the value of the prize ball counter indicating the total number of prize balls paid out in the prize ball payout process by +3 and discharges the prize balls from the game board 2. The value of the out number counter indicating the number of game balls played is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS267 (151SGS265, 151SGS266). When the first start port A switch is OFF (151SGS264; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS267 without executing the processes of 151SGS265 and 151SGS266.

In 151SGS267, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first start port B switch 151SG022B is turned on, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the first start winning opening B and is detected by the first starting port B switch 151SG022B. judge. When the first start port B switch 151SG022B is turned ON (151SGS267; Y), the value of the prize ball counter is increased by +1 and the value of the out number counter is increased by +0 (151SGS268, 151SGS269). In addition, the value of the out number counter is increased to +0 (without adding the value of the out number counter), and the value of the remaining number counter indicating the number of game balls remaining in the winning unit 151SG700 is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS274. (151SGS273, 151SG273a). When the second start port switch 151SG022C is OFF (151SGS267; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS274 without executing the processes of 151SGS272 and 151SGS273a.

In 151SGS274, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the fourth count switch 151SG023D is turned on, that is, whether or not the game ball has won the general electric winning opening and is detected by the fourth count switch 151SG023D. When the 4th count switch 151SG023D is turned ON (151SGS274; Y), the value of the prize ball counter is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS276, and when the 4th count switch 151SG023D is OFF (151SFS274; N), 151SGS275 Proceed to 151SGS276 without executing the process of.

In 151SGS276, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the 7th count switch 151SG023G is turned on, that is, whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the general winning opening 151SG010 and has been detected by the 7th count switch 151SG023G. When the 7th count switch 151SG023G is turned ON (151SGS276; Y), the value of the prize ball counter is increased by +3 and the value of the out number counter is increased by +1 to proceed to 151SGS279 (151SGS277, 151SGS278), and the 7th count switch. When 151SG023G is OFF (151SGS276; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS279 without executing the processes of 151SGS277 and 151SGS278.

In 151SGS279, the CPU 103 determines whether or not any of the first out switch 151SG041A, the third out switch 151SG041C, the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and the sixth count switch 151SG023F is turned on, that is, whether or not the game ball is the first out switch 151SG041A. , The third out switch 151SG041C, the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and the sixth count switch 151SG023F are passed through, and it is determined whether or not the game board 2 is guided to the back side and discharged. When any of the first out switch 151SG041A, the third out switch 151SG041C, the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and the sixth count switch 151SG023F is turned ON (151SGS279; Y), the value of the out number counter is incremented by +1 to 151SGS281. When all of the forward (151SGS280), the first out switch 151SG041A, the third out switch 151SG041C, the fifth count switch 151SG023E, and the sixth count switch 151SG023F are OFF (151SGS279; N), the processing of 151SGS280 is not executed. Proceed to 151SGS281.

In 151SGS281, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second out switch 151SG041B is turned on, that is, whether or not the game ball has passed through the second out switch 151SG041B and is guided to the back side of the game board 2 and discharged. .. When the second out switch 151SG041B is turned ON (151SGS281; Y), whether or not the value of the remaining number counter is 1 or more, that is, the first start winning opening B or the second starting winning opening winning game. It is determined whether or not there is a game ball that is still flowing down the out flow path 151SG714 among the balls (151SGS282).

When the value of the residual number counter is 1 or more (151SGS282; Y), the value of the residual number counter is decremented by -1 and the value of the out number counter is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS291 (151SGS283, 151SGS284). That is, in this feature unit 020IW, when a game ball wins in the first start winning opening B or the second starting winning opening, the value of the out number counter is not changed at the winning timing, and the winning game ball is used. The value of the out number counter is incremented by 1 based on passing through the second out shoe.

On the other hand, when the value of the residual number counter is 0 (151SGS282; N), the value of the out number counter is incremented by +1 without executing the process of 151SGS283, and the process proceeds to 151SGS291 (151SGS284). When the second out switch 151SG041B is OFF in 151SGS281 (151SGS281; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS291 without executing the processing of 151SGS282-151SGS284.

Further, when it is determined in 151SGS262 that the gaming state is the small hit gaming state (151SGS262; Y), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the low base small hit flag is set (151SGS286). When the low base small hit flag is not set (151SGS286; N), the base value calculation process is completed, and when the low base small hit flag is set (151SGS286; Y), the first count switch is further set. It is determined whether or not 151SG023A is turned ON (151SGS287).

When the first count switch 151SG023A is OFF (151SGS287; N), the process proceeds to 151SGS291, and when the first count switch 151SG023A is ON (151SGS287; Y), whether or not the V winning flag is further set. That is, it is determined whether or not the timing when the first count switch 151SG023A is turned on is after the V winning (151SGS288). When the V winning flag is set, that is, when the timing when the first count switch 151SG023A is turned on is after the V winning (151SGS288; Y), the process proceeds to 151SGS291, and the V winning flag is not set. That is, when the timing when the first count switch 151SG023A is turned on is before the V prize (V prize has not yet occurred) (151 SGS288; N), the value of the prize ball counter is increased by +15. The value of the out number counter is incremented by +1 to proceed to 151SGS291 (151SGS289, 151SGS290).

Then, in 151SGS291, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the out number counter is 6000 or more. When the value of the out number counter is 5999 or less (151SGS291; N), the base value calculation process is completed, and when the value of the out number counter is 6000 or more (151SGS291; Y), the value of the out number counter and the prize The base value in the low base state is calculated from the value of the ball counter (151SGS292). Then, the calculated base value in the low base state is updated and displayed on the display monitor 151SG029 (151SGS293), and the values of the out number counter and the prize ball number counter are reset to 0 to end the base value calculation process (151SGS294). ).

As described above, in the feature unit 020IW, the base value for each 6000 balls when the game state is the low base state is calculated, and the calculated base value is updated and displayed on the display monitor 151SG029. ..

In particular, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34 (A), when a small hit is won in the variable display of the first special symbol in the low base state (when the variable display result is a small hit), From the start of the small hit game until the V prize is generated (until the game ball is detected by the second count switch 151SG023B), the game ball is placed in the first start winning opening B, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening. The prize balls based on the winning of the prize are included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value (included in the target to be added to the prize ball number counter), while the first starting prize opening B and after the V prize is generated The prize balls based on the winning of the game balls in the second start winning opening and the large winning opening are not included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value (not included in the target to be added to the prize ball number counter). It has become.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34 (B), a medium base state (first medium base state or second medium base state) or high base state after the end of the jackpot game of jackpot B to jackpot F. If a small hit is won in the variable display in (when the variable display result is a small hit), the first start winning opening B or the second winning opening B or the second is regardless of whether or not a V prize is generated during the small hit game. Prize balls based on the winning of game balls in the starting prize opening and the large winning opening are not included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value (not included in the target to be added to the prize ball counter). There is.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-33 and 8-34 (C), the end condition of the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state (FIG. 8-19 (B)). If the gaming state changes (transitions) from the medium base state (first medium base state or the second medium base state) or the high base state to the low base state based on the establishment of (see), the medium base state (first) In the middle base state or the second middle base state) or the high base state, a maximum of four reserved memories of the second special symbol may be stored. Therefore, even when the game state is in the low base state, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed up to four times, but the small hit is won in the variable display of the second special symbol up to four times. In the case (when the variable display result is a small hit), the first start prize is won from the start of the small hit game until the V prize is generated (until the game ball is detected by the second count switch 151SG023B). The prize balls based on the winning of the game ball in the mouth B, the second starting prize opening, and the large winning opening are included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value (included in the target to be added to the prize ball number counter). So, the prize balls based on the game balls winning in the 1st start winning opening B, the 2nd starting winning opening, and the big winning opening after the V prize is generated are not included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value. (It is not included in the target to be added to the prize ball count counter).

As shown in FIG. 8-34 (C), a maximum of 4 is immediately after the gaming state shifts from the medium base state (first medium base state or the second medium base state) or the high base state to the low base state. The variable display of the second special symbol is executed, but the background image for the low base state is displayed on the image display device 5, and the game ball is launched from the speakers 8L and 8R toward the right game area 151SG002R. May be instructed to stop and switch to launching the game ball toward the left game area 151SG002L to notify the player that the game state has shifted to the low base state.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-34 (A), when the variable display result is a small hit in the variable display of the first special symbol in the low base state. Is added to the prize ball counter in the number of prize balls given during the small hit game based on the variable display. Therefore, the game balls are given by winning a prize in the large winning opening that has changed to the open state in the low base state. By adding the number of prize balls to the prize ball counter, the base value in the low base state can be calculated on the display monitor 151SG029.

Further, in the winning unit 151SG700, a second count switch 151SG023B capable of detecting a game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening is provided, and the game ball is detected by the second count switch 151SG023B during the small hit game ( Since the game ball is controlled to the big hit game state by passing the second count switch 151SG023B during the small hit game, whether the game ball passes through the second count switch 151SG023B during the small hit game. Whether or not the player can be noticed, and the game entertainment can be improved.

If the variable display result of the first special symbol is a small hit in the low base state, before the V prize is generated during the small hit game based on the variable display (the game ball passes through the second count switch 151SG023B). During the period (before), the number of prize balls given by the game ball winning in the large prize opening is added to the prize ball counter, while the V prize during the small hit game based on the variable display occurs. In the period after this, the number of prize balls given by the game ball winning in the large winning opening is not added to the prize ball counter, so that the game ball counts second during the small hit game. After passing through the switch 151SG023B, that is, during the big hit game, the number of prize balls given by the game ball winning the big prize opening is added to the prize ball counter, which is inappropriate as the base value in the low base state. It is possible to prevent the value from being displayed on the display monitor 151SG029.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 020IW, the left gaming area 151SG002L and the right gaming area 151SG002R are provided, and in the low base state, the gaming ball is mainly launched toward the left gaming area 151SG002L. While it is possible to play a game, in the middle base state (first middle base state or second middle base state) or high base state, the game is played mainly by firing a game ball toward the right game area 151SG002R. As shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-5, the special variable winning ball device 151SG701 having a large winning opening is provided in the right gaming area 151SG002R. Therefore, when the variable display result of the first special symbol is a small hit, the number of prize balls given by the game ball winning the large prize opening during the small hit game based on the variable display is taken into consideration. The base value in the low base state can be displayed on the display monitor 151SG029.

In the feature unit 020IW, the game ball flowing down the left game area 151SG002L is not able to win the prize by providing the right game area 151SG002R in the right game area 151SG002R. The game ball is not limited, and for example, by providing a large winning opening between the winning ball device 6A and the first out opening, a game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R and a game ball flowing down the left game area 151SG002L Both may be able to win the big prize opening.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-34 (C), the CPU 103 has the maximum immediately after the gaming state shifts from the medium base state (first medium base state or the second medium base state) or the high base state to the low base state. Since the variable display result is controlled to the small hit game state by the small hit in the variable display of the second special symbol four times, the variable display result of the second special symbol in the low base state becomes the small hit. The display monitor 151SG029 can display the base value in the low base state in consideration of the number of prize balls given by the game ball winning the large prize opening in the open state.

Further, in the base value calculation process shown in FIG. 8-33, as shown in the processes of 151SGS264 to 151SGS266, when the first start port A switch 151SG022A is turned ON (the first start port A switch 151SG022A is a game ball). (When) is added, both the value of the out number counter and the value of the prize ball counter are added, but as shown in the processing of 151SGS271 to 151SGS273a, when the second start port switch 151SG022C is turned ON (the first). 2 When the start port switch 151SG022C detects a game ball), only the value of the prize ball counter is added without adding the value of the out number counter, so that the base value in the low base state calculated by the CPU 103 is It is possible to prevent inaccuracies.

Further, in the base value calculation process shown in FIG. 8-33, as shown in 151SGS281 to 151SGS284, after the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 151SG022C, the game ball is transferred to the second out switch 151SG041B. Since the value of the out number counter is added by the detection, the value of the out number counter can be accurately added at the timing when the game ball is ejected from the game board 2, and the game ball is the second out switch 151SG041B. It is possible to prevent the addition process of the out number counter from being complicated due to the detection in.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-5, the first out port is provided so that a game ball flowing down the left game area 151SG002L and a game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R can enter. , The second out port is provided so that a game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R can enter and a game ball flowing down the left game area 151SG002L cannot enter. The game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R can be accurately discharged from the game board 2, and an accurate ratio can be calculated for the game ball flowing down the right game area 151SG002R.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-5, the winning unit 151SG700 is integrally provided with the second starting winning opening and the second starting opening switch 151SG022C, the second out opening and the second out switch 151SG041B in the right game area 151SG002R. Is provided, so that the out flow path 151SG714 for enabling the game medium that has entered the second winning opening and the second out opening to be detected by the second out switch 151SG041B is accurately provided in the winning unit 151SG700. Can be done.

Further, in the base value calculation process in FIG. 8-33, the CPU 103 adds 0 to the value of the out number counter when the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 151SG022C, as shown in 151SGS 271 to 151 SGS273a. Is executed, so that the processing can be shared with that when the game ball is detected by the first start port switch A151SG022A, so that the program of the base value calculation processing can be simplified. In particular, in this feature unit 020IW, since the process of adding 1 to the value of the out number counter is executed at the timing when the game ball is detected by the second out switch 151SG041B, the game ball is set to the second start port switch 151SG022C. By executing the process of adding 0 to the value of the out number counter at the detected timing, it is possible to prevent double addition of 1 to the out number counter.

The feature unit 020IW illustrates a mode in which 0 is added to the value of the out number counter when the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 151SG022C in the base value calculation process. Is not limited to this, and when the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 151SG022C, the process of adding 0 to the value of the out number counter described above is not executed (value of the out number counter). No numerical value is added to).

Next, the processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the feature unit 020IW will be described. In the feature unit 020IW, the player can select the effect mode, and the execution timing and execution mode of a specific effect (in this example, the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode) are changed according to the selected effect mode. It is configured to be.

FIG. 8-35 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect mode selection screen. In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-35 (1) and (2), the operation of selecting the effect mode (for example, using the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B) is used in the image display device 5 when the variable display is not performed. When the predetermined operation) is detected, the first effect mode and the second effect mode are displayed as selectable effect modes, and either one can be selected. The operation of selecting such an effect mode is effective not only at the timing shown in FIGS. 8-35, but also at any time such as during the execution of the demonstration effect, during the big hit game, and during the variable display. The effect mode may be selected according to the operation.

FIG. 8-36 is a part of the flowchart of the effect control process process (step S76) in the feature unit 001IW. In the effect control process process in the feature unit 001IW, after executing the pre-reading notice setting process (step S161) in which the determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading advance notice effect shown in FIG. 7 are executed, the normal suggestion effect is normally performed. The normal suggestion effect setting process (step 020IWS300) for execution is executed, and then any of the processes of steps S170 to S177 shown in FIG. 7 is executed.

The feature unit 020IW is configured to be able to execute a normal suggestion effect and a special suggestion effect as a suggestion effect suggesting a predetermined item. FIG. 8-37 is an explanatory diagram showing an execution example of the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect. In the example shown in FIG. 88-37, from the screen display of FIG. 8-37 (A), FIGS. 8-37 (B1), 8-37 (B2), 8-37 (B3-1) and 8-37. The screen display shifts to any one of 37 (B3-2). In the middle base state, images such as the right-handed instruction image 020IW003 that encourages right-handedness are also displayed (see FIGS. 8-44), which will be described later.

The normal suggestion effect suggests that the slide member 151S704 operates (that is, the normal electric accessory is released) when the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit, and as the effect result, the ordinary electric accessory is released. This is an effect in which either the normal power release notification that deterministically notifies that the fact is performed or the disconnection notification (here, the notification that the normal power release notification is not executed) is executed.

The special suggestion effect suggests that the state is advantageous based on the second hold memory (for example, a big hit game state or a small hit game state), and as a result of the effect, an advantageous state based on the second hold memory (for example). , The second special figure hold notification that deterministically notifies that the big hit game state or the small hit game state) and the miss notification (here, the second special figure hold notification is not executed). It is a production in which one of the above is executed.

In the configuration of the feature unit 020IW, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed based on the second hold storage, a big hit or a small hit is made at a rate of 100% (see FIG. 8-18 (A)). If the second hold memory is stored, it can be said that the state is advantageous based on the second hold memory. Therefore, in the configuration of the feature unit 020IW, the second hold memory is stored in the suggestion that the state is advantageous based on the second hold memory (for example, the big hit game state or the small hit game state). Suggestions are also included.

In addition, instead of the configuration of this feature unit 020IW, even if the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it is configured so that it does not become a big hit or a small hit at a rate of 100%, but may be missed. May be good. For example, in a configuration that can be set to any of a plurality of set values having different advantages (for example, jackpot probability), when the jackpot probability is set to the highest set value, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. If it is done, it will be a big hit or a small hit at a rate of 100%, and if it is set to another set value, even if the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it will be a big hit or a small hit at a rate of 100%. However, it may be out of place. Then, in such a configuration, the second special figure hold notification may be executed only when the second hold storage in which the variable display result is a big hit or a small hit is stored.

As shown in FIG. 8-37, in the feature unit 020IW, the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect are produced in a common manner from the start of the effect to a predetermined timing (in this example, the timing of notifying the effect result). Is configured to run. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), in the rectangular area provided in the lower part of the image display device 5, a plurality of symbols (in this example, a round symbol, a cross symbol, a hoshi symbol, or a character symbol). ) Fluctuation display is executed.

Then, as a result of the normal suggestion effect, when the normal electric opening notification is executed, the round symbol stops in the rectangular area provided in the lower part of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (B1). Is displayed.

As shown in FIG. 8-37 (B2), when the disengagement notification is executed as the effect result of the normal suggestion effect, or when the disengagement notification is executed as the effect result of the special suggestion effect, the image display device 5 In the rectangular area provided at the bottom, the cross symbol is stopped and displayed. As described above, the out-of-order notification of the normal suggestion effect and the out-of-order notification of the special suggestion effect are executed in a common manner. Therefore, the missed notification in which the cross symbol shown in FIG. 8-37 (B2) is stopped and displayed is to notify that the normal power release notification is not executed, and at the same time, the second special figure hold notification is not executed. It can be said that it informs.

As a result of the effect of the special suggestion effect, when the second special figure hold notification is executed, if the effect mode is set to the first effect mode, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (B3-1). When the Hoshi symbol is stopped and displayed in the rectangular area provided at the lower part of the image display device 5 and the effect mode is set to the second effect mode, as shown in FIG. 8-37 (B3-2). , The character symbol is stopped and displayed in the rectangular area provided in the lower part of the image display device 5.

In this way, in the feature unit 020IW, the player is asked which of the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect is executed from the start of the effect to the predetermined timing (the timing of notifying the effect result in this example). It is configured so that it cannot be identified. Therefore, regardless of whether the normal suggestion effect or the special suggestion effect is executed, the slide member 151S704 operates (that is, normal) from the start of the effect to the predetermined timing with the variable display result of the normal symbol as a hit. It is suggested that both the electric accessory is released) and the big hit game state and the small hit game state are set based on the second hold memory (the second hold memory is stored). Become. With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the variety of production, give the player unexpectedness, and enhance the production effect. In this example, since the special suggestion effect is configured to be executed only during the period controlled to the middle base state, the normal suggestion effect is also executed only during the period controlled to the middle base state. You may do so.

In this feature unit 020IW, when a hit is generated in the middle base state, it is determined at a rate of 95% or more in any of the operation patterns B to D of the slide member 151S704 that can win a prize in the first start winning opening B. (See FIG. 8-7). Further, the variable display of the first special symbol is configured to be executed in preference to the variable display of the second special symbol. Therefore, in the medium-based state, the first reserved memory is mainly stored, and the variable display of the first special symbol continues to be executed.

On the other hand, in the first middle base state, the operation pattern E of the slide member 151S704 that can win the second start winning opening at the time of hitting the normal drawing is determined at a rate of 1%, and in the second middle base state, it hits the normal drawing. It is also configured so that the operation pattern E is sometimes determined at a rate of 5%. That is, in the medium-based state, although the ratio is low, a prize is generated in the second start winning opening and the second reserved memory can be stored (however, if the variable display of the first special symbol continues to be executed, the second The variable display of the special symbol is not executed). Then, for example, when all the first reserved memory is digested after the middle base state (that is, time saving control) is completed, the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed based on the second reserved memory stored in the middle base state. It will be executed and a big hit or a small hit will occur.

The special suggestion effect in the feature unit 020IW is to be in the big hit game state or the small hit game state based on the second hold memory stored in such a middle base state (or simply, the second hold memory in the middle base state). Is memorized), and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

The normal suggestion effect in the feature unit 020IW suggests that a normal figure hit occurs, and at the same time, there is a possibility that the second start winning opening can be won by the occurrence of the normal figure hit (that is, the normal figure hit). It is suggested that the movement pattern E of the movement patterns A to E of the slide member 151S704 may be determined at the time of hitting the figure), which can enhance the interest of the game, but is a special suggestion effect. The advantage is inferior to that of (2nd special figure hold notification).

Regarding the normal suggestion effect, the operation pattern E may be executed depending on the mode in which the operation pattern E is obtained when the normal figure is hit and the case where the action pattern is different, or the operation pattern E may be executed when the normal figure is hit. It may be possible to execute the public power release notification only in the case of.

Further, not limited to the example shown in FIGS. 8-37, when a specific effect having a high expectation such as a big hit (for example, a super reach effect) is executed, a normal suggestion effect and a normal suggestion effect are performed so as not to interfere with the specific effect. The execution of the special suggestion effect may be restricted. For example, when a specific effect (for example, a super reach effect) is executed, the rectangular area or symbol related to the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect is reduced so as not to interfere with the specific effect, so that the position is less conspicuous. It may be displayed in (for example, the position of the lower left corner in the display area of the image display device 5). Further, when the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect are executed before the start of the specific effect, the rectangular area and the symbol are reduced only during the period when the specific effect is executed in parallel with the specific effect, and the rectangular area and the symbol are reduced to be less noticeable. It may be displayed at the position. Further, for example, when a specific effect having a high expectation such as a big hit (for example, a super reach effect) is executed, the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect are not executed, or the ratio of being executed is reduced. May be good. Further, for example, only the normal suggestion effect or the special suggestion effect that gives a notification other than the loss notification may be executed in parallel with the specific effect (for example, the super reach effect). Further, for example, when a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern is executed at the time of winning a start, and the display result is a big hit or a fluctuation pattern including a specific effect (for example, a super reach effect), a normal suggestion effect is produced. And the execution of the special suggestion effect may be restricted.

FIG. 8-37 is a flowchart showing a normal suggestion effect setting process (step 020IWS300) executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 8-36.

In the normal suggestion effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not a new command for starting the variable display of the normal symbol, which specifies the start of the variable display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 20, has been received (step 020IWS301). ). If no new command to start variable display of the normal figure has been received, the process ends as it is.

When the normal figure variable display start command is newly received, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the normal suggestion effect, and determines the execution mode when executing (step 020IWS302).

FIG. 8-39 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a normal suggestion effect determination table. In step 020IWS302, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, the normal suggestion effect determination table is referred to, and the newly received command for starting the variable display of the normal symbol is "hit" and "miss" as the variable display result of the normal symbol. Based on which one is specified, for the normal suggestion effect determination, one of "no execution", "first effect mode (normal electric opening notification)", and "second effect mode (disappearance notification)". Decide on the decision.

It should be noted that the "no execution" of the decision execution shown in the normal suggestion effect determination table determines that the normal suggestion effect is not executed, and the "first effect mode (public electric opening notification)" is the normal suggestion effect. It is determined to execute in the first effect mode (in this example, the normal electric opening notification is executed as the effect result), and in the "second effect mode (missing notification)", the suggestion effect is usually performed in the second effect mode. It is decided to execute (in this example, the off notification is executed as the effect result).

In the normal suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 8-39, a judgment value corresponding to a random number for effect determination is assigned to each variable display result of the normal symbol, but the assigned determination is made to simplify the explanation. The percentage of values is shown. That is, for each variable display result of the normal symbol, the ratio of which decision item is determined for the normal suggestion effect is shown. In this example, in addition to the normal suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 8-39, each special suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-41 and each background switching effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-43 will also be described. For simplicity, the percentage of which decision is to be made is shown.

The features of the usual suggestion effect determination table will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-39, in the normal suggestion effect determination table, when the variable display result of the normal symbol is "hit", the normal suggestion effect is more than "no execution" as compared with the case of "missing". The ratio of "first production mode (public electric opening notification)" and "second production mode (missing notification)" is high, and in particular, the ratio of "first production mode (public electric opening notification)" is determined. Judgment values are assigned so as to be higher. With such a configuration, it is suggested that when the normal suggestion effect is executed, the variable display result of the normal symbol is a hit and the slide member 151S704 operates (that is, the normal electric accessory is opened). It will be.

When it is determined in step 020IWS302 to execute the normal suggestion effect, the effect control CPU 120 controls to start the execution of the normal suggestion effect according to the determined execution mode (step 020IWS303). The normal suggestion effect decided to be executed may be started to be executed immediately, or the next variable display of the special symbol is started so as not to be easily distinguished from the normal suggestion effect or the special suggestion effect depending on the execution start timing. The execution may be started at the timing when the execution is performed.

FIG. 8-40 is a flowchart showing a special suggestion effect setting process executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the variable display start setting process of step S171 shown in FIG. 7.

In the special suggestion effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the second special hold notification standby flag is set (step 020IWS401). The second special hold notification standby flag is a flag indicating that the special suggestion effect for performing the second special figure hold notification is being waited for as an effect result. If the second special hold notification standby flag is set, the process proceeds to step 020IWS408.

When the second special hold notification standby flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is in the middle base state (step 020IWS402). Whether or not it is in the middle base state can be determined, for example, by checking the game state designation command transmitted from the main board 31.

In the case of the medium base state, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the suggestion effect is being executed (step 020IWS403). Then, if it is not the execution of the normal suggestion effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the special suggestion effect, and the execution mode when the special suggestion effect is executed (step 020IWS404).

FIG. 8-41 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a special suggestion effect determination table. FIG. 8-41 (A) is a first special suggestion effect determination table used in the first middle base state, and FIG. 8-41 (B) is a second special suggestion effect determination used in the second middle base state. It's a table. In step 020IWS404, the special suggestion effect determination table is selected according to the gaming state. Then, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, the selected special suggestion effect determination table is referred to, and based on the second reserved storage number, the special suggestion effect determination is "no execution" and "first effect mode (first effect mode (first)". 2 Special figure hold notification) ”and“ 2nd effect mode (disappearance notification) ”are to be decided.

The "no execution" of the decision execution shown in the special suggestion effect determination table determines that the special suggestion effect is not executed, and the "first effect mode (second special figure hold notification)" is a special suggestion. It is determined that the effect is executed in the first effect mode (in this example, the second special figure hold notification is executed as the effect result), and the "second effect mode (missing notification)" sets the special suggestion effect. It is determined that the execution is performed in the two production modes (in this example, the out-of-order notification is executed as the production result).

The features of the special suggestion effect determination table will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-41, in the special suggestion effect determination table, as the number of second reserved storages increases, the "first effect mode (second special figure hold notification)" and the special suggestion effect "first effect mode (second special figure hold notification)" and "no execution" Judgment values are assigned so that the ratio of being determined as "second effect mode (missing notification)" is high, and the ratio of being determined as "first effect mode (second special figure hold notification)" is particularly high. .. With such a configuration, it is suggested that the second reserved storage number is stored and that the stored second reserved storage number is large when the special suggestion effect is executed.

As described above, the feature unit 020IW is provided with a first middle base state and a second middle base state as the middle base state, and is configured so that the determination ratio of the operation pattern of the slide member 151S704 is different for each. (Fig. 8-7 (B)). Specifically, the second middle base state is a state advantageous for the player because the ratio of the operation pattern E that enables winning in the second start winning opening is higher than that of the first middle base state. ..

Further, in this feature unit 020IW, a common jackpot game is executed in the jackpot B and the jackpot C, and after the jackpot game, the player is informed whether the first middle base state or the second middle base state is controlled. (Exceptionally, when a predetermined period elapses after being controlled to the first middle base state or the second middle base state, it may be notified by the background switching effect described later).

Then, as shown in FIGS. 8-41 (A) and 8-41 (B), in the second special suggestion effect determination table, the special suggestion effect is "first" rather than "no execution" as compared with the first special suggestion effect determination table. Judgment values are assigned so that the proportions determined as "1 effect mode (second special figure hold notification)" and "second effect mode (missing notification)" are high. With such a configuration, it is suggested that the second middle base state is controlled by the frequency at which the special suggestion effect is executed.

Not limited to the examples shown in FIGS. 8-41 (A) and 8-41 (B), the first effect mode (second special figure hold notification) and the second effect are used in the first middle base state and the second middle base state. Although the ratio to the mode (missing notification) is different, the execution ratio of the special suggestion effect may be the same. Further, for example, the execution ratio of the second effect mode (disengagement notification) may be the same (that is, the execution frequency does not change) between the first middle base state and the second middle base state.

Further, as for the normal suggestion effect, as in the special suggestion effect, the execution ratio is different between the first middle base state and the second middle base state, and the execution frequency is controlled to the second middle base state. May be suggested.

Following step 020IWS404, when the effect control CPU 120 determines to execute the special suggestion effect of the second effect mode (Y in step 020IWS405), the execution setting of the special suggestion effect of the second effect mode is performed (step 020IWS406). ), End the special suggestion effect setting process.

Further, when it is determined to execute the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (Y in step 020IWS407), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the set effect mode is the second effect mode. (Step 020IWS408). If the set effect mode is not the second effect mode, the process proceeds to step 020IWS410.

When the set effect mode is the second effect mode, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the final variation (time saving final variation) in the medium base state (step 020IWS409).

In the case of the final variation (time saving final variation) in the medium base state (Y in step 020IWS409), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second special figure hold notification in an mode according to the effect mode as the effect result. The execution setting of the special suggestion effect of the effect mode is set (step 020IWS411). After that, if it is set, the second special figure hold notification standby flag is reset (step 020IWS411), and the special suggestion effect setting process is terminated.

On the other hand, when it is not the final fluctuation (time saving final fluctuation) in the medium base state (N in step 020IWS409), the effect control CPU 120 sets the second special figure hold notification standby flag (step 020IWS412) to produce a special suggestion effect. End the setting process.

When the feature unit 020IW decides to execute the special suggestion effect (second special figure hold notification) of the first effect mode at the start of the change, if the effect mode is the first effect mode, the first effect mode is during the change. While executing the special suggestion effect of the effect mode (second special figure hold notification), when the effect mode is the second effect mode, it is not in the change but in the final change (time saving final change) in the medium base state. The special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (second special figure hold notification) is executed.

In the feature unit 020IW, the variation display of the first special symbol is executed in preference to the variation display of the second special symbol. Therefore, in the medium base state, the variation of the second special symbol is executed even if the second hold storage is stored. The variable display of the first special symbol continues to be executed without the display being executed. Then, when all the first reserved memory is digested after the middle base state (time saving state) is completed, the variation display of the second special symbol is executed based on the second reserved memory, and a big hit or a small hit occurs. It will be. Therefore, the timing of the final variation (time saving final variation) in the medium base state is an advantageous state based on the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (that is, the second hold memory (for example, the big hit game state or the small hit game state)). This is one of the preferable timings as the execution timing of the second special figure hold notification) that deterministically notifies that.

As described above, in the feature unit 020IW, the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode is executed in different modes and at different timings according to the effect mode selected by the player. With such a configuration, it is possible to realize an effect that matches the taste of the player, and it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect.

Not limited to the configuration of the feature unit 020IW, for example, when the second effect mode is set, the first is during the big hit game or at the end of the big hit game that occurs based on the variable display of the first special symbol in the middle base state. 1 The special suggestion effect of the effect mode may be executed.

Further, for example, the execution frequency of the special suggestion effect (or the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode) may be different depending on the set effect mode. Further, for example, when the first effect mode is set, the special suggestion effect is executed over the variable display of a plurality of special symbols, and when the second effect mode is set, a single special symbol is variable. The special suggestion effect may be executed during the display.

Further, the special suggestion effect set to be executed in steps 020IWS406 and 020IWS410 may be started to be executed as soon as the variable display of the special symbol is started, or may be a normal suggestion effect or a special suggestion effect depending on the execution start timing. The execution may be started at a timing when a predetermined period elapses after the variable display of the special symbol is started so that it is not easily determined to be present.

Further, if the second special figure hold notification is executed once after being controlled to the middle base state, the execution frequency of the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect may be reduced thereafter.

In the feature unit 020IW, in addition to the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect, the background switching effect can be executed.

The background switching effect is an effect in which the background image in the display area of the image display device 5 is switched from the normal background image to the special background image.

FIG. 8-42 is a flowchart showing a background switching effect setting process executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the variable display start setting process of step S171 shown in FIG. 7.

In the background switching effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not it is in the second middle base state (step 020IWS501). If it is not in the second middle base state, the background switching effect setting process is terminated.

In the second middle base state, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the background switching effect (step 020IWS502). Then, when the effect control CPU 120 determines to execute the background switching effect (Y in step 020IWS503), the background switching effect is set to be executed (step 020IWS406), and the background switching effect setting process is terminated.

FIG. 8-43 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the background switching effect determination table. Of the background switching effect determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-43, FIG. 8-43 (A) is the first background switching effect determination table shown as an example, and FIG. 8-43 (B) is shown as a modified example. This is the second background switching effect determination table. In step 020IWS502, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, the background switching effect determination table is referred to, and the background switching effect determination is "not executed" and "executed (in the special background)" based on the second reserved storage number. (Switching) ”will be decided.

Note that "without execution" of the decision item shown in the background switching effect determination table determines that the background switching effect is not executed, and "executed (switched to a special background)" executes the background switching effect. (In this example, the background image is switched from the normal background image to the special background image).

The feature unit 020IW is configured to be able to execute the background switching effect when it is controlled to the second middle base state of the middle base states. Therefore, by executing the background switching effect, it is definitively notified that the second middle base state is controlled.

On the other hand, in this feature unit 020IW, it is controlled to either the first middle base state or the second middle base state based on the number of times the second start winning opening is won and the frequency at which the special suggestion effect is executed. It has the playability of guessing whether or not it is enjoyable. Then, after being controlled to the first middle base state or the second middle base state, if it is deterministically notified that the control is to the second middle base state at an early stage, it cannot be guessed and enjoyed. There is a risk that it will not be possible to fully improve the interest.

Therefore, in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-43 (A), in the first background switching effect determination table, the smaller the number of second reserved storages, the more the background switching effect is "executed (switched to a special background)". The judgment value is assigned so that the ratio of "no execution" is higher than that of ")". With such a configuration, after being controlled to the first middle base state or the second middle base state, it is possible to suppress deterministic notification that the control is to the second middle base state at an early stage. .. In addition, when controlled to the second middle base state, after experiencing that the number of times the second start winning opening is won and the frequency of the special suggestion effect being executed are high (that is, the degree of expectation of the player is high). After the increase), it becomes easy to be definitively notified that the control is in the second middle base state, so that the effect of the effect can be improved.

Instead of the first background switching effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-43 (A), "no execution" and "execution" are performed according to the number of times the second start winning opening is opened in the middle base state (special background). (Switch to) ”may be used to determine one of the decisions. For example, in this table, the smaller the number of times the second start winning opening is opened in the medium base state, the higher the percentage of background switching effects that are determined to be "not executed" rather than "executed (switched to special background)". If the determination value is assigned so as to be, the same effect can be obtained. Further, in step 020IWS502, the second background switching effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-43 (B) may be used instead of the first background switching effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-43 (A).

In the second background switching effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-43 (B), when the number of fluctuations in the medium base state is less than 90, the smaller the number of fluctuations, the more “execution is performed (special background)” for the background switching effect. Judgment values are assigned so that the rate of determination of "no execution" is higher than that of "(switch to)". With such a configuration, after being controlled to the first middle base state or the second middle base state, it is possible to suppress deterministic notification that the control is to the second middle base state at an early stage. .. In addition, when controlled to the second middle base state, after experiencing that the number of times the second start winning opening is won and the frequency of the special suggestion effect being executed are high (that is, the degree of expectation of the player is high). After the increase), it becomes easy to be definitively notified that the control is in the second middle base state, so that the effect of the effect can be improved.

However, in this feature unit 020IW, the middle base state ends based on the fact that the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are executed 100 times in total (the game state becomes the low base state). It is configured to migrate). Then, when the end of the middle base state (that is, the transition to the low base state) is imminent, even if it is definitely notified that the control is controlled to the second middle base state, it is already in the second middle base state. Since there is no high possibility that a big hit will occur by taking advantage of this advantage, there is a risk that the interest will be reduced.

Therefore, in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-43 (B), in the second background switching effect determination table, when the number of fluctuations in the middle base state is 91 times or more, the background switching effect is " Judgment values are assigned so that it is not determined as "executed (switched to special background)" but is determined as "not executed". With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the effect of the effect and prevent the execution of the effect from deteriorating the interest.

In the feature unit 020IW, when the normal background image is switched to the special background image by the background switching effect, the special background image is displayed until the middle base state ends. If the normal background image is switched to the special background image by the background switching effect during one fluctuation, the special background image may be switched to the normal background image at the start of the next fluctuation or the fluctuation after a predetermined number of times. Then, in the case of a normal background image, it may be determined whether or not the background switching effect is executed each time the fluctuation starts. With this configuration, switching from the normal background image to the special background image by the background switching effect does not definitively notify that the second middle base state is controlled, and is special. It is suggested that the longer the period of the background image is, the more likely it is that the second middle base state is controlled, and the interest can be improved.

Next, the screen display in the medium base state will be described. FIG. 8-44 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of screen display in the medium base state. FIGS. 8-44 (A) are screen display examples in the low base state, and FIGS. 8-44 (B1) and (B2) are screen display examples in the medium base state. As shown in FIGS. 8-44 (B1) and (B2), in the middle base state, the right-handed instruction image 020IW003 that prompts right-handed is displayed in the upper right region of the image display device 5.

In the feature unit 020IW, regarding the hold storage, the first hold display number 151SG025A displays the first hold storage number, and the second hold display 151SG025B displays the second hold storage number. Further, in the low base state, the image display device 5 displays the hold display corresponding to the number of hold storages. In the example shown in FIG. 8-44 (A), the first hold display number "3" is displayed on the first hold display 151SG025A, and the second hold storage number "0" is displayed on the second hold display 151SG025B. In the image display device 5, the hold display 020IW002 corresponding to the first hold storage number “3” is displayed.

Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-44 (A), the fourth symbol 020IW001 synchronized with the variable display of the special symbol is displayed in the lower right region of the image display device 5. Specifically, the fourth symbol of the triangle synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol and the fourth symbol of the star shape synchronized with the variable display of the second special symbol are displayed. The display of the fourth symbol is controlled so as to blink in synchronization with, for example, the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Since the fourth symbol basically does not disappear from the screen or is not shielded by a shield, it can always be visually recognized.

As described above, the feature unit 020IW is configured so that the first reserved storage is mainly stored in the middle base state and the variable display of the first special symbol is continuously executed, and the memory is stored in such a middle base state. The second special figure hold suggesting that the big hit game state or the small hit game state is reached (or the second hold memory is simply stored in the medium base state) based on the second hold memory. It is configured so that the entertainment of the game can be enhanced by executing the notification.

With such a configuration, as shown in FIG. 8-44 (B1), the feature unit 020IW does not display the hold display 020IW002 in the image display device 5 in the medium base state, and the first hold display 020IW002 is not displayed. Only the display 151SG025A and the second hold display 151SG025B are configured to display the hold storage number. With such a configuration, the big hit game state or the small hit game state is set based on the second hold memory stored in the medium base state (or the second hold memory is simply stored in the medium base state). , The effect of the second special figure hold notification suggesting that effect can be further improved.

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-44 (B1), for example, as shown in FIG. 8-44 (B2), in the medium base state, the number of reserved memories is simpler than the hold display 020IW002 in the image display device 5. 020IW004 (in the example of FIG. 8-44 (B1), the upper numerical value indicates the first reserved storage number and the lower numerical value indicates the second reserved storage number) may be displayed. In this case, when the second reserved storage number is 0, the lower numerical value "0" corresponding to the second reserved storage number may not be displayed.

Further, for example, in the medium base state, only the information indicating the first reserved storage number may be displayed on the image display device 5, and the information indicating the second reserved storage number may not be displayed. Further, for example, in the medium base state, only the fourth symbol of the triangle synchronized with the variable display of the first special symbol is displayed on the image display device 5, and the fourth symbol of the star shape synchronized with the variable display of the second special symbol is displayed. May not be displayed.

Further, for example, among the periods controlled to the medium base state, the information indicating the second reserved storage number is displayed on the image display device 5 only during the period after the time when the second special figure hold notification is executed. You may.

Although the feature portion 020IW of the present embodiment has been described above with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to these feature portions, and the present invention may be changed or added without departing from the gist of the present invention. Included in the invention.

For example, in the feature unit 020IW, it is possible to control the big hit game state based on the variable display result being a big hit, and it is possible to control the big hit game state based on the V prize generated during the small hit game. Although the embodiment in which the present invention is applied to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (so-called type 1 type 2 mixing machine) is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the frequency of small hits after the end of the big hit game is high. The present invention may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine that can be controlled to a special state (so-called small hit rush) in which the frequency of winning a prize in a large winning opening during a small hit game is improved. When the present invention is applied to the pachinko gaming machine 1 equipped with the so-called small hit rush function in this way, the game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening during the small hit rush, as in the feature portion 020IW. The prize balls originally given are not included in the number of prize balls for calculating the base value (the number of prize balls given by winning the big prize opening is not added to the prize ball counter). This may prevent the display monitor 151SG029 from displaying an inappropriate base value.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, as shown in FIG. 8-5, the game ball that has won the general electric winning opening passes through the fourth count switch 151SG023D and then passes through the fifth count switch 151SG023E or the sixth count switch 151SG023F. Although the embodiment is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the number of game balls that have passed through the fourth count switch 151SG023D and the number of game balls that have passed through the fifth count switch 151SG023E and the sixth count switch 151SG023F are counted. By doing so, it may be possible to detect fraudulent acts such as the same game ball repeatedly passing through the fifth count switch 151SG023E and the sixth count switch 151SG023F to open the first start winning opening B and the second starting winning opening.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, a mode in which the base value in a low base state is displayed on the display monitor 151SG029 is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the display monitor is not limited to this, and if it is information on the base value, the display monitor The information displayed on 151SG029 may be information other than the base value in the low base state (for example, whether or not the calculated base value is higher than a predetermined reference value).

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, a mode in which the CPU 103 calculates a base value in a low base state by executing a base value calculation process (see FIG. 8-20) has been illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. However, the program related to the calculation of the base value may be stored in an area different from the area in which the program related to the progress of the game in the ROM 101 is stored. Further, as the data used for the program not related to the progress of the game (numerical data used for calculating the base value, the calculated numerical data, etc.), the data related to the progress of the game in the RAM 102 is stored. It may be stored in an area different from the existing area.

Further, the feature unit 020IW exemplifies a mode in which a base value in a low base state is calculated every time the number of out balls reaches 6000 balls and is updated and displayed on the display monitor 151SG029, but the present invention is limited thereto. Instead, the base values in the first high base state and the second high base state may be calculated and updated and displayed on the display monitor 151SG029, or the base values calculated in the past may be stored and stored. The average value of the base values may be displayed on the display monitor 151SG029.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the time saving flag is reset at the start of the time saving final fluctuation, and the time saving extension flag is set when the second reserved storage number does not reach the upper limit value. The extension flag was used to control whether or not the time was shortened. Not limited to this, it is possible to manage whether or not the time saving state is achieved only by the time saving flag without providing the time saving extension flag. In this case, the time saving flag is reset when the end condition of the time saving state is satisfied in the time saving final fluctuation, and the time saving state is ended.

FIG. 8-45 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable medium-time reduction end determination process in the modified example in which the time-saving extension flag is not provided. In the variable medium-time reduction end determination process of the modified example shown in FIGS. 8-45, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the time-saving flag is set (step 020IWS601). If the time saving flag is not set (step 020IWS601; No), the variable time saving end determination process ends.

If the time saving flag is set (step 020IWS601; Yes), it is determined whether or not the current variation display is the final variation in the time saving state (step 020IWS602).

If the fluctuation display this time is the final fluctuation in the time saving state, whether or not the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, whether or not the value of the second reserved storage number counter is 4). (Step 020IWS603). If the second reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value (step 020IWS603; No), the variable medium-time reduction end determination process is terminated.

When the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value in the time saving final fluctuation (step 020IWS603; Yes), the time saving state end condition is satisfied, and the time saving flag, the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, The high base flag is reset (step 020IWS604), and the variable medium-time reduction end determination process is terminated.

When the modified example shown in FIG. 8-45 is applied instead of the variable medium-time reduction determination process shown in FIG. 8-26, the time-saving extension flag in the variable start time-time reduction end determination process shown in FIG. 8-25 is applied. The process of step 020IWS006 for setting and the process of step 020IWS210 for resetting the time saving extension flag in the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 8-28 are not executed.

According to this modification, it is not necessary to provide a new flag such as the time saving extension flag, and the time saving state can be terminated when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number in the time saving final fluctuation.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, in the time saving final fluctuation, the time saving state (high base control) is terminated when the second reserved storage number reaches the upper limit number, but in the time saving final fluctuation, the second The time saving state may be terminated based on the number of reserved storages reaching a predetermined number (for example, 3 or the like) less than the upper limit. Further, instead of immediately ending the time saving state when the second reserved storage number becomes a predetermined number less than the upper limit number in the time saving final fluctuation, the time saving state may be terminated after the predetermined grace time has elapsed. Further, the time saving state may be terminated based on the fact that the number of second reserved storages increased in the time saving final fluctuation becomes a specific number (for example, 2 or the like).

Further, in the time saving final fluctuation, even if the second reserved storage number does not reach the upper limit number, the time saving state may be terminated at a timing before a predetermined period of the fluctuation end.

In the final time saving fluctuation, the control for ending the time saving state based on the upper limit number (predetermined number) of the second reserved storage number is not limited to the control of the feature unit 020IW or the modified example, and is arbitrary. It may be realized by control.

Further, in the time saving final fluctuation, the end condition of the time saving state may be different depending on whether or not there is an advantageous display result (small hit or big hit) by pre-reading the second reserved storage information. .. For example, in the time saving final fluctuation, if there is no display result advantageous to the second holding storage information, the time saving state is terminated based on the second holding storage number reaching the upper limit number, and the second holding storage information If there is a display result that is advantageous to the above, the time saving state may be terminated based on the fact that the second reserved storage number becomes a predetermined number less than the upper limit number. By doing so, it is possible to execute high-base control according to the game situation.

Further, the feature unit 020IW is configured to count the number of variable displays in the medium base state or the high base state, and to end the medium base state or the high base state when the number of variable displays reaches a predetermined number. However, in addition to such a configuration, when the number of small hit game states in the medium base state or the high base state reaches a specific number of times (for example, 5 times), the medium base state or the high base state is changed. It may be configured to end. Further, it is more for the player when the player is controlled to the small hit game state based on the variable display of the second special symbol than when the small hit game state is controlled based on the variable display of the first special symbol. It may be configured to be advantageous. For example, if a V-winning jackpot occurs in a small hit game state based on the variable display of the first special symbol, the proportion of the type of jackpot controlled to a low base state after the jackpot game is high, and the second special symbol is variable. When a V-winning jackpot occurs in the small hit game state based on the display, the ratio of the type of jackpot controlled to the medium base state or the high base state after the jackpot game may be high. Then, when these configurations are applied in combination, only the number of small hit game states based on the variable display of the second special symbol is counted as the number of small hit game states in the medium base state or the high base state. , The small hit game state based on the variable display of the first special symbol may not be counted. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the middle base state or the high base state from ending early due to the occurrence of a small hit based on the variable display of the first special symbol having a low advantage, and preferably the middle base state. Alternatively, it can be controlled to a high base state.

As described above, in the feature unit 020IW, the first variable display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 151SG004A) and the second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 151SG004B) display the variable display. A gaming machine that is feasible and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is a second variable display means than when the variable display in the first variable display means is executed. When the variable display in the above is executed, it is more likely to be advantageous to the player (see, for example, FIG. 8-18), and the first operating region (for example, the fifth count switch 151SG023E) through which the game medium can pass is and the first. An operating means having two operating regions (for example, the sixth count switch 151SG023F) (for example, a part of the winning unit 151SG700; see FIGS. 8-5, 8-6 (A), (B)) and the gaming medium. When passing through the first operating region, the first variable winning means (for example, the first swing member 151SG702 moves to the open position) that changes from the closed state to the open state in which the gaming medium is easier to win than in the closed state. When the winning opening B) and the gaming medium pass through the second operating region, the second variable winning means (for example, the second swinging member 151SG703) changes from the closed state to the open state in which the gaming medium is easier to win than in the closed state. Information about the variable display in the first variable display means can be stored as the first hold information based on the fact that the game medium wins the first variable prize means and the second start winning opening) that moves to the open position. , Based on the fact that the gaming medium has won a prize in the second variable winning means, the holding storage means (for example, the first special figure holding storage unit) that can store the information related to the variable display in the second variable display means as the second holding information. And the second special figure holding storage unit), the first state (for example, the medium base state) in which the ratio of the first variable winning means being opened is higher than that in the normal state (for example, the low base state), the normal state, and A state control means that can be controlled to a second state (for example, a high base state) in which the rate at which the second variable winning means is opened is higher than that of the first state (for example, the CPU 103 is the first in the jackpot end process (117)). A part for setting the middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag (see FIG. 8-7 (B)) is provided, and the first variable winning means is opened in the first state. It is possible to control the second variable winning means to be in the open state at a rate lower than the rate (for example, winning the second starting winning opening). The possible slide member operation pattern E is determined at a rate of 1% in the first middle base state and at a rate of 5% in the second middle base state. (See FIGS. 8-7 (A) and 8-7 (B)), a notification effect (for example, a special suggestion effect) for notifying that the hold storage means is controlled to an advantageous state based on the second hold information stored in the first state. ) Is further provided, and the notification effect executing means can execute the notification effect in a plurality of types of modes (for example, the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (for example, depending on the mode according to the effect mode). The second special figure hold notification) can be executed. See FIGS. 8-37 (B3-1) and (B3-2)). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the notification effect execution means can execute the notification effect at a plurality of timings (for example, the special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (second special figure hold) at different timings depending on the effect mode. Notification) can be executed (see FIG. 8-40). Further, in the case of the first effect mode, a lottery is performed at the start of each variation display in the middle base state, and a special suggestion effect of the first effect mode (see FIG. 8-40). When the execution of the second special figure hold notification) is decided, it is configured to be executed during the fluctuation). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, a suggestion effect suggesting that the notification effect is executed (for example, a portion in which the effect is executed in a common manner between the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect. See FIG. 8-37 (A). ) Is provided with a suggestion effect execution means that can be executed. Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the operating means operates in a mode in which at least a part is common depending on whether the second variable winning means is changed to the open state or the second variable winning means is not changed to the open state. It is possible (for example, in the slide member operation patterns C and D that do not allow the second start winning opening to win a prize and the slide member operation pattern E that allows the second start winning opening to win a prize, the slide member 151SG704 extends for 16 ms. The operation of moving to the retracted position after maintaining the protruding position is common. See FIG. 8-7 (A)). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, the feature unit 020IW includes a specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect (for example, a super reach effect) different from the suggested effect, and the suggested effect executing means is executed when the specific effect is executed. It is possible to execute the suggestion effect in a different manner depending on whether or not the suggestion effect is performed (for example, when the super reach effect is executed, the rectangular area or the symbol related to the normal suggestion effect and the special suggestion effect is reduced, and more. It may be displayed in an inconspicuous position). Therefore, the effect of the effect can be enhanced and the interest can be improved by appropriately executing the suggestion effect without hindering the specific effect.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, the first state is a specific first state (for example, the first middle base state) in which the second variable winning means can be opened at the first ratio (for example, 1%). And a special first state (for example, a second middle base state) in which the second variable winning means can be opened at a second ratio (for example, 5%) which is higher than the first ratio. Including (see FIG. 8-7 (B)), the first predetermined effect (for example, the effect of displaying a normal background image) can be executed in the specific first state, and the second predetermined effect (for example, the effect of displaying a normal background image) can be executed in the special first state. A predetermined effect executing means capable of executing a special background image display effect) is provided, and the predetermined effect executing means can execute a second predetermined effect after executing the first predetermined effect in the special first state (for example,). , When the normal background image is displayed, the background switching effect is executed to display the special background image). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the ratio of executing the suggestion effect differs depending on whether the suggestion effect execution means is in the specific first state or the special first state (see, for example, FIG. 8-41). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, the predetermined effect executing means can execute the second predetermined effect at a different ratio depending on the number of times the second variable winning means is opened in the special first state. (See, for example, FIG. 8-43 (A)). Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, the predetermined effect executing means can execute the second predetermined effect at a different ratio depending on the number of times the variable display is performed in the special first state (for example, FIG. 8). -43 (B)) may be adopted. Therefore, the effect of the production can be enhanced, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the notification effect executing means provides the notification effect in a predetermined period (for example, at the end of time reduction or at the time of a big hit) after the number of the second reserved information stored by the hold storage means reaches a predetermined number. Is feasible. Therefore, according to such a configuration, the effect of the production can be enhanced and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, a gaming machine capable of executing variable display by the first variable display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 151SG004A) and the second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 151SG004B). Therefore, when the variable display in the second variable display means is executed, it is more likely to be advantageous to the player than when the variable display in the first variable display means is executed (for example, FIG. 8-). 18), based on the fact that the display result of the variable display of the normal symbol is a predetermined result (for example, the normal symbol hits), the variable changes from the closed state to the open state in which the game medium is easier to win than the closed state. Based on the winning means (for example, the second starting winning opening) and the game medium winning the variable winning means, the holding storage means that can store the information related to the variable display in the second variable display means as the second holding information (for example). For example, the second special figure holding storage unit) and the special state control means (for example, CPU 103) that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a medium base state or a high base state) in which the variable winning means is more likely to be opened than in the normal state. Is the part that sets the first middle base state flag, the second middle base state flag, and the high base state flag in the jackpot end processing (117). See FIG. 8-7 (B)) and the execution of the variable display in the special state. The special state ending means (for example, a portion in which the CPU 103 executes step 151SGS194 or the like; see FIGS. 8-19 (B) and 8-28) is provided to end the special state based on the number of times. In the final variable display in the special state, the special state can be terminated provided that the number of second reserved information stored by the hold storage means at the start of the final variable display is a predetermined number (for example,). The portion where the CPU 103 executes steps 020IWS002 to 020IWS005. See FIG. 8-25). Therefore, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means, which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the special state end means ends the variable display when the number of the second hold information stored by the hold storage means does not reach a predetermined number in the final variable display in the special state. Occasionally, the special state is terminated (for example, the portion where the CPU 103 executes step 020ISW210. See FIG. 8-28). Therefore, the fairness of the game can be guaranteed.

Further, in the feature unit 020IW, the first flag (for example, the time saving flag) is turned on when the special state is controlled, and the first flag is turned off at the start of the variable display in the final variable display in the special state. And the flag management means (for example, the CPU 103 executes steps 020IW003, 020IW006, 020IW103) in which the second flag is turned on (for example, the time saving extension flag) and the second flag is turned off when a predetermined condition is satisfied. The special state termination means terminates the special state based on the fact that the second flag is turned off. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means, which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

Further, in this feature unit 020IW, the first flag (for example, the time saving flag) is turned on when the special state is controlled, and the first flag is set when a predetermined condition is satisfied in the final variable display in the special state. A flag management means for turning off the state (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes step 020IWS604; see FIG. 8-45) is provided, and the special state ending means is in a special state based on the fact that the first flag is turned off. May be terminated. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the variable display from being executed by the second variable display means, which is advantageous more times than the upper limit number of the second reserved information after the end of the special state, and the fairness of the game can be ensured.

Further, in the present feature unit 020IW, the small hit game state is controlled based on the variable display in the second variable display means, rather than the small hit game state is controlled based on the variable display in the first variable display means. This is more advantageous for the player, and the special state ending means counts the number of variable displays in the special state, and when the number of variable displays in the special state becomes the first number, the special state is set. In addition to being able to end, the number of small hit game states in the special state is counted, and when the number of small hit game states in the special state reaches the second number, the special state can be ended and is variable in the special state. The number of variable displays in the first variable display means and the second variable display means is counted as the number of displays, and the small hit game state based on the variable display in the second variable display means is counted as the number of small hit game states in the special state. The small hit game state based on the variable display in the first variable display means may not be counted by counting only the number of times. Therefore, it can be suitably controlled to a special state.

Further, the feature unit 020IW includes an external signal transmitting means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the process of step S29) for transmitting a signal (for example, a time saving medium signal) indicating a special state to the outside, and is external. The signal transmitting means can transmit a signal indicating that the special state is in the special state for a predetermined period even after the end of the special state (see, for example, FIG. 8-27). Therefore, the external device can preferably recognize the continuity of the advantageous state.

1 Pachinko game machine 4A 1st special symbol display device 4B 2nd special symbol display device 5 Image display device 103 CPU
120 Production control CPU

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of performing variable display in the first variable display means and the second variable display means.
It is more likely that the player will be more advantageous when the variable display in the second variable display means is executed than when the variable display in the first variable display means is executed.
A variable winning means that changes from a closed state to an open state in which the game medium is easier to win than the closed state, based on the display result of the variable display of the normal symbol being a predetermined result.
Based on the game medium winning the variable winning means, the holding storage means that can store the information related to the variable display in the second variable display means as the second holding information, and the holding storage means.
A special state control means capable of controlling the variable winning means to a special state in which the variable winning means is more likely to be opened than in the normal state.
A special state termination means for terminating the special state based on the number of times the variable display is executed in the special state is provided.
The special state ending means said, on the condition that the number of second reserved information stored by the reserved storage means at the start of the final variable display in the final variable display in the special state is a predetermined number. A gaming machine characterized in that it can end a special state.

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