JP6913701B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine capable of playing a game.

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).

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.

Some such gaming machines are configured to be able to execute a look-ahead notice effect based on the determination result of the determination means. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that a look-ahead notice is given using a hold display, and the execution start timing is the time of winning. Further, it is described that the pre-reading notice may be a notice using sound or light.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2016-105941 (paragraphs 0222, 0226)

However, in a gaming machine as described in Patent Document 1, it is conceivable to configure a plurality of look-ahead notice effects for causing the light emitting means to emit light at the same time. In this case, the light emission of the light emitting means in the pre-reading notice effect, which is controlled in an advantageous state and has a high expectation, becomes less noticeable due to the light emission of the light emitting means in the pre-reading notice effect, which is controlled in an advantageous state and has a low expectation. May reduce.

Therefore, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine capable of making the light emission of the light emitting means in the pre-reading notice effect, which is controlled in an advantageous state and highly expected, conspicuous, and improving the interest in the game. ..

(Means 1) The gaming machine according to the present invention may perform variable display based on the entry of a gaming medium (for example, a gaming ball) into a starting region (for example, a first starting winning opening and a second starting winning opening). A gaming machine that is possible and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is a determining means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100). (Part of executing the process of step S110 in step S110) and a determination means (for example, for game control) for determining whether or not the control is controlled in an advantageous state (for example, a winning determination (look-ahead determination)) before determining the determination means. (Part of executing steps 115IWS1207 and S1227 in the microcomputer 100) and the pre-reading notice effect (for example, the first pre-reading notice effect and the second pre-reading notice effect) that can be executed based on the determination result of the determination means. means (e.g., step 115IWS307, S314 in effect control CPU 120, portions for performing the S321,8011) and includes a read-ahead prediction effect execution means as pre-read announcement attraction, the first light emitting means (e.g., start hole lamp 115IW03 ) Is emitted (for example, the first look-ahead notice effect) and the second light-emitting means (for example, the left decorative lamp 115IW01, right) is more likely to be controlled in an advantageous state than the first look-ahead notice effect. the second look-ahead prediction effect emit light decorative lamp 115IW02) (e.g., a second pre-read announcement attraction), a possible execution is capable of executing in parallel the first look-ahead prediction effect and the second pre-read announcement attraction (See FIGS. 9-16 and 9-17), when the first look-ahead notice effect is executed by the look-ahead notice effect execution means, the first light emitting means is made to emit light from the timing when the gaming medium enters the starting area (for example, When the second look-ahead notice effect is executed by the effect control CPU 120 (the part that executes step 115IWS307) and the look-ahead advance notice effect execution means, a predetermined period (for example, 2 seconds) elapses from the timing when the game medium enters the start area. Later, the second light emitting means is made to emit light (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step S321 when it is Y in step 115IWS319), and a predetermined notification (for example, character effect) suggesting that the second look-ahead advance notice effect is executed is executed. ) Can be executed during a predetermined period (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes step 115IWS314). NS. According to such a configuration, the light emission of the second light emitting means in the second look-ahead notice effect can be made conspicuous by the predetermined notification, so that the light emission of the light emitting means in the look-ahead notice effect which is highly expected to be controlled in an advantageous state can be made noticeable. It can be made to stand out and the interest in the game can be improved.

(Means 2) In the means 1, the look-ahead advance notice effect executing means continuously causes the second light emitting means to emit light until the execution of the variable display that is the determination target of the determination means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 has steps 115IWS8015 to S8020 and S846 to S851 are executed. See FIGS. 9-16 and 9-17). According to such a configuration, the player's expectation can be increased.

(Means 3) In the means 1 or the means 2, the look-ahead advance notice effect executing means can repeatedly execute the predetermined notification until the variable display that is the determination target of the determination means is executed (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is in step 115IWS8011). 9-16 and 9-17). According to such a configuration, the player's expectation can be maintained until the variable display that is the determination target is executed.

(Means 4) In any of means 1 to means 3, a hold storage means (for example, a first hold storage buffer, a second hold storage buffer) capable of storing information related to variable display as hold storage, and a hold storage means. A portion that executes hold display means (for example, steps 115IWS621 and S624 in the effect control CPU 120) capable of displaying a hold display (for example, a hold display displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05) corresponding to the hold storage stored by ), And the look-ahead notice effect executing means of the first light emitting means, depending on that the display mode of the hold display is displayed in a mode different from the normal mode (for example, a special mode (for example, red)). It is possible to change the light emission mode and execute a notification effect (for example, output of a changing sound) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes steps 115IWS8006 to S8009), and the recognition degree is lower than the predetermined notification (for example). For example, the notification effect may be executed by (for example, low volume) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 may execute step 115IWS8009 when it is Y in step 115IWS8007). According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the predetermined notification stand out while recognizing the first look-ahead notice effect.

(Means 5) In any of the means 1 to the means 4, a special notification (for example, effect image 115IW06) is provided in a display device (for example, an image display device 5) by indicating a position where the second light emitting means is emitting light. , 07) may be provided so as to include a special notification executing means (for example, a portion of the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 115IWS322). According to such a configuration, the player can always be aware of the position where the second light emitting means is emitting light.

(Means 6) In any one of means 1 to 5, the pre-reading notice effect executing means executes only the first pre-reading notice effect and the first pre-reading notice effect and the second pre-reading notice effect. The first look-ahead notice effect can be executed according to a different mode of change depending on the case (for example, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, the second look-ahead notice effect is also executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect. In this case, the rate of change in the display mode at the stage of active display is higher than in the case where only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed). According to such a configuration, the player can pay attention to whether or not the second look-ahead notice effect is executed.

(Means 7) A setting means (for example,) that can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, 1 to 6) having different advantages for the player in any of the means 1 to the means 6. A game control microcomputer 100 CPU 103 or the like that executes a set value change process in step S6A, and an effect execution means (for example, an image display device 5, an effect control CPU 120, etc.) that can execute a suggestion effect over a specific period of time. In preparation, the effect executing means gives a suggestion about the control of the advantageous state until a specific timing in a specific period, and then continuously gives a suggestion about the control of the advantageous state as an effect that can be executed after the specific timing. It is possible to execute one of the suggestion effect and the second suggestion effect in which the suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state is continuously performed and the suggestion regarding the setting of the setting means is performed (see, for example, FIG. 8-12). ) May be configured. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by making it possible to execute either the first suggestion effect or the second suggestion effect after a specific timing.

(Means 8) A setting means (for example,) that can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, 1 to 6) having different advantages for the player in any of the means 1 to the means 6. A game control microcomputer 100 CPU 103 or the like that executes a set value change process in step S6A, and an effect execution means (for example, an image display device 5, an effect control CPU 120, etc.) that can execute a suggestion effect over a specific period of time. In preparation, the effect executing means continues the first suggestion effect that terminates the suggestion after making a suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state until the specific timing in the specific period, and the suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state after the specific timing. It may be configured so that any of the suggestion effects can be executed (see, for example, FIG. 8-13) among the second suggestion effects that are performed and the suggestions regarding the setting of the setting means are performed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by making it possible to execute either the first suggestion effect that suggests up to a specific timing and ends, or the second suggestion effect that suggests after a specific timing. Can be done.

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 flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of stop symbol determination processing. It is a figure which shows the setting example about the reach symbol determination table. It is a figure which shows the setting example about the setting suggestion effect execution decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the setting suggestion pattern and the like. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the advance notice effect determination process. It is a figure which shows the setting example about the notice type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the step number pattern and the like. It is explanatory drawing which shows the outer frame display pattern and the like. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display. It is a figure which shows the execution period and execution timing of various effects. It is a figure which shows the execution example of the setting suggestion effect using a reach symbol. It is a figure which shows the execution example of a step-up notice. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production pattern of the chance up production. It is a figure which shows the production pattern determination ratio of the chance up effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the production pattern of the setting value suggestion effect. It is a figure which shows the effect pattern determination ratio of the setting value suggestion effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the feasible period of the chance up effect and the set value suggestion effect. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature part 115IW. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine in the feature part 115IW. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of the read-ahead notice setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of the read-ahead notice setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the 1st look-ahead notice production decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the 2nd look-ahead notice production decision table. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the production mode of the 1st look-ahead notice effect and the 2nd look-ahead notice effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the production mode of the 1st look-ahead notice effect and the 2nd look-ahead notice effect. It is a time chart for explaining the execution timing of the 1st look-ahead notice effect and the 2nd look-ahead notice effect. It is a time chart for explaining the execution timing of the 1st look-ahead notice effect and the 2nd look-ahead notice effect.

(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), 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 effect 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 a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to the one provided with an electric tulip type accessory.

A general winning opening 10 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four positions on the lower left and right sides of the game area), which is 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 figure 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 hitting ball operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to launch the game ball toward the game area by the hitting 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 pachinko game machine 1 by the player on the ball striking operation handle 30. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal drawing game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". 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 big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state includes the elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the large winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also hereinafter referred to as an opening upper limit period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is opened in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the maximum number of times (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

In the big hit game state, the player can obtain the prize ball by letting the game ball enter the big prize opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the 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-cutting (time-cutting time reduction, number-cutting 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, it is also called a low-accuracy high-base state in the time-saving state, a high-accuracy high-base state in the probabilistic state, and a low-accuracy low-base state in the normal 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 / extinguishing, the operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

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. It is a mode in which is continuing.

In addition, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative 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 pattern becomes the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability big hit" may be executed.

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

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

Further, in the image display device 5, 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 in the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a highly accurate 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). (A detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (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 CG ROM (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 voice) to the voice 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. 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 indicating the number of times of winning (information indicating the number of times of winning, etc.) and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of probability change state, etc.) 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 confirmed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. 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 "missing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to 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 open 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. When the effect control board 12 receives the power supply voltage from the power source board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). 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 side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 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 receive 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 receiving an effect control command that specifies to start the big hit game state or the small hit game state, 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 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 process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern 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 jackpot middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the jackpot game state is to be terminated. 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 game can be executed not only by attaching a detachable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing the programs 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 66AK)
In the feature unit 66AK, the specific effect can be executed at a predetermined ratio during the execution of the variable display. The specific production is a production in which various notices and suggestions are given. The specific effect of the feature unit 66AK includes an advantageous suggestion effect suggesting that it is controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state and a setting suggestion effect suggesting a set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 as a feasible effect. There is.

FIG. 8-1 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of the effect control process process as the variable display start setting process for the feature unit 66AK. In the variable display start setting process, the stop symbol determination process is executed (step 66AKS011). In the stop symbol determination process, a combination of decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed in the variable display of the decorative symbol, such as the final stop symbol in the variable display of the decorative symbol, is determined. Following the stop symbol determination process, the advance notice effect determination process is executed (step 66AKS012). The advance notice effect determination process makes it possible to determine the advance notice effect included in the advantageous suggestion effect.

After the advance notice effect determination process is executed, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step 66AKS013). The effect control pattern may include an effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates, a notice effect control pattern, and other control patterns for controlling various effect executions. For example, in response to the fluctuation pattern indicated by the fluctuation pattern specification command, one of a plurality of prepared special figure fluctuation effect control patterns is selected and set as the usage pattern. Further, one of a plurality of prepared advance notice effect control patterns may be selected and set as a use pattern in response to the determination result by the advance notice effect determination process in step 66AKS012. It should be noted that the effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates and the advance notice effect control pattern are not limited to those in which separate effect control patterns are set, but one effect control pattern corresponding to the combination of execution settings of each effect is set. There may be. When the effect control pattern is determined, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (effect control timer setting unit, etc.) is set corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern specification command. (Step 66AKS014). In addition, a setting is made on the screen of the image display device 5 to start the fluctuation of the decorative pattern or the like (step 66AKS015). At this time, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 66AKS013 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5.

Subsequently, the hold display update setting at the start of the variable display is performed (step 66AKS016). For example, in the hold display area provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the display part (display part at the left end) corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested), and the other hold numbers "2" to "2" are deleted. The hold display in the display area corresponding to "8" is moved (shifted) one by one to the left. As a result, the hold display is shifted. In the active display unit provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the active display corresponding to the erased (digested) hold display may be performed in the hold display area. If the variable display is immediately started based on the occurrence of the first start prize or the second start prize when the number of pending memories is "0", the active display area is not updated without updating the hold display. Settings may be made to update the active display in. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step 66AKS017), and then the variable display start setting process is terminated.

FIG. 8-2 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step 66AKS011 of the variable display start setting process as the stop symbol determination process. In the stop symbol determination process, it is determined whether or not the reach effect of the super reach is executed (step 66AKS021). Whether or not the reach effect of the super reach is executed can be determined based on, for example, the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

If the reach effect of the super reach is not executed (step 66AKS021; No), the final stop symbol at the time of non-reach or normal reach is determined (step 66AKS022), and the stop symbol determination process is ended. At the time of non-reach, the variable display result becomes "missing". At the time of normal reach, there are cases where the variable display result is "big hit" and cases where the variable display result is "missing". When the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol. The final stop symbol at the time of non-reach is determined to be a different (mismatched) decorative symbol in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like, and refers to a left confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. Of the fixed decorative symbols, the left fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the right-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like is extracted, and the right-determined symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 is referred to to perform the confirmation decoration. Of the symbols, the right-determined decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "right" decorative symbol display area 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. At this time, it is preferable that the symbol number of the right fixed decorative symbol is determined to be different from the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol by the setting in the right confirmed symbol determination table or the like. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like is extracted, and the confirmation decoration is performed by referring to the medium-determined symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121. Among the symbols, the middle-fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined.

At the time of normal reach when the variable display result becomes "missing", the final stop symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol at the time of reach loss. The final stop symbol at the time of reach loss is determined so that the same (matching) decorative symbol is used in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left / right confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like, and refers to a left / right confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. Of the fixed decorative symbols, the decorative symbols having the same stop-displayed symbol numbers in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Further, by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the like and referring to the medium-determined symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the final decorative symbol is determined. Of these, the middle-fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 may be determined. Here, for example, when the symbol number of the medium-fixed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol, and the fixed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, an arbitrary value is used. By adding or subtracting (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium fixed decorative symbol, the fixed decorative symbol may be a reach loss combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-fixed decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-fixed decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. ..

At the time of normal reach when the variable display result becomes "big hit", the fixed decorative symbol of the big hit combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol at the time of big hit. The final stop symbol at the time of a big hit is determined to be the same (matching) decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a big hit confirmation symbol updated by a random number circuit 124 or the like. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot confirmation symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 It suffices to determine the decorative symbols having the same symbol numbers that are stopped and displayed in 5C and 5R.

When the reach effect of the super reach is executed (step 66AKS021; Yes), the final stop symbol at the time of super reach is determined (step 66AKS023). At the time of super reach, there are cases where the variable display result is "big hit" and cases where the variable display result is "missing". At the time of super reach when the variable display result becomes "missing", the final stop symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol at the time of reach loss. At the time of a big hit where the variable display result is a "big hit", the final stop symbol of the big hit combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol at the time of the big hit. At the time of super reach, the same (matching) decorative symbols in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R are displayed regardless of whether the variable display result is "big hit" or "missing". It is stopped and displayed as a fixed decorative pattern. The left and right decorative symbols that make up such a reach loss combination and a jackpot combination are also called reach symbols. The decorative symbol that can be determined as the reach symbol may include a plurality of types of decorative symbols, for example, seven types of decorative symbols corresponding to the numbers 1 to 7. The decorative pattern corresponding to the numbers may be only an effect image showing the numbers, or may be an effect image showing various characters in addition to the numbers.

The reach symbol is determined to be one of a plurality of decorative symbols by referring to the reach symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the reach symbol. You can do it like this. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the reach symbol may be updatable by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. Following step 66AKS023, it is determined whether or not the determined reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 (step 66AKS024). At this time, if it is a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7 (step 66AKS024; No), the stop symbol determination process is terminated.

When the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 (step 66AKS024; Yes), the presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect is determined according to whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed (step 66AKS025). Whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed is determined by referring to the setting suggestion effect execution decision table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the execution of the setting suggestion effect. You can do it. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the setting suggestion effect execution may be updatable by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. The presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect is determined to be either "no effect" that does not execute the setting suggestion effect or "with effect" that executes the setting suggestion effect.

Based on the determination result of step 66AKS025, it is determined whether or not it is determined that "with effect" to execute the setting suggestion effect (step 66AKS026). When it is determined that "no effect" is not executed (step 66AKS026; No), the stop symbol determination process is terminated. When it is determined that "with effect" (step 66AKS026; Yes), the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified (step 66AKS027). When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the effect control CPU 120 may receive a set value notification command transmitted from the main board 11 side and store the notified set value in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. As a result, in step 66AKS027, the set value stored in the RAM 122 may be specified.

Following step 66AKS027, the setting suggestion pattern is determined (step 66AKS028), and then the stop symbol determination process is terminated. The setting suggestion pattern can be selected from a plurality of setting suggestion patterns by referring to a setting suggestion pattern determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining the setting suggestion pattern. It should be decided. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the setting suggestion pattern may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122.

FIG. 8-3 shows a setting example regarding the reach symbol determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the determination table 66AKT01 shown in FIG. 8-3 is prepared in advance as the reach symbol determination table. In step 66AKS023 of the stop symbol determination process, the decorative symbol to be the reach symbol is determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT01 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT01, the number of determination values assigned to the decorative symbols to be the reach symbols differs depending on whether the variable display result is "missing" or "big hit". For example, when the variable display result is "missing", 80 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 1 and 70 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 2. 60 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number 3, 50 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number 4, and 40 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number 5. Is assigned, 30 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 6, and 20 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7. When the variable display result is "big hit", 20 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 1 and 30 judgment values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 2. 3 40 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number of 4, 50 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number 4, and 60 judgment values are assigned to the decorative design corresponding to the number 5. 70 determination values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 6 and 80 determination values are assigned to the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7.

According to the setting in the table 66AKT01 shown in FIG. 8-3, when the variable display result is "missing", the determination ratio of the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 1 is the highest, and the number 2, the number 3, the number 4, 4 As the number of, 5 and 6, the determination ratio of the decorative symbol becomes lower, and the determination ratio of the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 becomes the lowest. When the variable display result is "big hit", the determination ratio of the decorative pattern corresponding to the number 1 is the lowest, and the numbers are 2, 3, 4, 4, 5, and 6. Therefore, the determination rate of the decorative pattern becomes higher, and the determination rate of the decorative pattern corresponding to the number 7 becomes the highest. Therefore, when the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol, the variable display result becomes "big hit" and the ratio of being controlled to the big hit gaming state is the highest, and the numbers 6 and 5 As the number 4 becomes the number 3 and the number 2 becomes, the variable display result becomes "big hit" when stopped and displayed as a reach symbol, and the ratio of being controlled to the big hit game state becomes low, and the number becomes 1. When the corresponding decorative symbol is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol, the variable display result becomes "big hit" and the ratio of being controlled to the big hit game state is the lowest.

FIG. 8-4 shows a setting example relating to the setting suggestion effect execution determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the table 66AKT02 shown in FIG. 8-4 is prepared in advance as a setting suggestion effect determination table. In step 66AKS025 of the stop symbol determination process, the presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect is determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT02 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT02, the number of determination values assigned to the presence / absence of the setting suggestion effect differs depending on whether the variable display result is “miss” or “big hit”. For example, when the variable display result is "missing", 80 judgment values are assigned to "without effect" that does not execute the setting suggestion effect, and 20 judgment values are assigned to "with effect" that executes the setting suggestion effect. Is assigned. When the variable display result is "big hit", 40 judgment values are assigned to "without effect" that does not execute the setting suggestion effect, and 60 judgment values are assigned to "with effect" that executes the setting suggestion effect. Assigned.

According to the settings in the table 66AKT02 shown in FIG. 8-4, when the variable display result is "missing", the determination ratio of "no effect" that does not execute the setting suggestion effect is "with effect" that executes the setting suggestion effect. It will be higher than the decision rate of. When the variable display result is "big hit", the determination ratio of "with effect" for executing the setting suggestion effect is higher than the determination rate for "without effect" for not executing the setting suggestion effect. Further, the setting suggestion effect is executed when the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7. The rate at which the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol is low when the variable display result is "missing" and high when the variable display result is "big hit". As a result, when the setting suggestion effect is executed, the variable display result becomes a "big hit" and the ratio of being controlled to the big hit game state is higher than when the setting suggestion effect is not executed.

FIG. 8-5 (A) shows a configuration example of the setting suggestion pattern. In this embodiment, four patterns RE-0 to RE3 are provided as a plurality of setting suggestion patterns. The suggestion contents of these setting suggestion patterns differ depending on whether or not the symbol display color is changed and the display color when the symbol display color is changed. The symbol display color is a display color of a decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed as a reach symbol, and can be changed to a suggestion display color including copper, silver, and gold in addition to red, which is a normal display color. The pattern RE-0 does not change the symbol display color, and suggests that the degree of expectation, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, is low. The pattern RE-1 changes the symbol display color to copper color, and suggests confirmation that the set value is 2 or more. The pattern RE-2 changes the symbol display color to silver, suggesting that the player has a high degree of expectation, which is an advantageous setting value. The pattern RE-3 changes the symbol display color to gold, and suggests confirmation that it is 6, which is the highest set value. As described above, in the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, it is possible to suggest the setting value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to whether or not the symbol display color has changed and the symbol display color after the change.

FIG. 8-5 (B) shows a setting example relating to the setting suggestion pattern determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the determination table 66AKT03 shown in FIG. 8-5 (B) is prepared in advance as the setting suggestion pattern determination table. In step 66AKS027 of the stop symbol determination process, the setting suggestion pattern is determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT03 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT03, there is a portion in which the number of determination values assigned to the determination result of the setting suggestion pattern differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the set value is 1, 95 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2, and the judgments are assigned to the pattern RE-1 and the pattern RE-3. No value is assigned (0). When the set value is 2, 65 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2. , Pattern RE-3 has no determination value assigned (0). When the set value is 3, 65 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2. The pattern RE-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 4, 40 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2. The pattern RE-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 5, 40 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2. The pattern RE-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 6, 35 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern RE-2. Therefore, five determination values are assigned to the pattern RE-3.

In the feature unit 66AK, when the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, the reach symbol becomes a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, so that the ratio of being controlled to the jackpot game state is high. When the setting suggestion effect is executed in the pattern RE-0, the expectation level which is an advantageous setting value for the player is low, and when the setting suggestion effect is executed in the pattern RE-1, the set value is 2 or more. It is confirmed that there is. Further, when the setting suggestion effect is executed in the pattern RE-2, the expectation is high, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, and when the setting suggestion effect is executed in the pattern RE-3, the setting value is the highest. It is confirmed that it is 6. As described above, when the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the reach mode, the reach symbol includes a symbol display mode that suggests control of the jackpot gaming state such as a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7, and a symbol display mode of 7. It includes a symbol display mode that suggests control of a jackpot gaming state such as a decorative symbol corresponding to a number and suggests a set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. When the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the reach symbol is displayed in the normal display color to give a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state, and then the symbol display color is changed. The suggestions regarding the control of the jackpot game state will be continuously provided, and the suggestions regarding the set value will be provided.

In the feature unit 66AK, it is possible to execute so that the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the setting suggestion pattern is not determined in the pattern RE-1 in step 66AKS028 of the stop symbol determination process, so that the symbol display color is changed to copper. It will not be changed. In this way, as a symbol display mode when the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, depending on whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 1, the symbol display color Is different whether or not is changed to copper color. If the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 6, the setting suggestion effect is not determined in the pattern RE-3 in step 66AKS028 of the stop symbol determination process, so that the symbol display color is changed to gold. There is nothing to do. In this way, the symbol display color is gold as a symbol display mode when the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 depending on whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine is 6. Whether or not it is changed to is different.

In the stop symbol determination process, when it is determined in step 66AKS024 that the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the set value may be specified in step 66AKS027, and then the process may proceed to step 66AKS025. In step 66AKS025, the presence or absence of the setting suggestion effect may be determined not only by the variable display result but also by a different ratio depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In this case, it may be decided that the setting suggestion effect is executed at a high rate as long as the setting value is advantageous to the player. When the reach symbol is determined to be the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the variable display result may be "big hit" and it may be confirmed that the game is controlled to the big hit game state. Even if the reach symbol is not a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at a predetermined ratio. In this case, if the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, it may be decided that the setting suggestion effect is executed at a high rate. As described above, when the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the reach mode, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at different ratios according to the plurality of types of reach modes.

The setting suggestion effect was stopped and displayed as a reach symbol in place of the one that changes the symbol display color, which is the display color of the decorative symbol that was stopped and displayed as the reach symbol, or in addition to the one that changes the symbol display color. Any aspect of the reach aspect, such as the shape or pattern of the decorative pattern, may be changed. Alternatively, display of a background image, an outer frame image, or any other effect image, output of sound by the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting of a decorative light emitter such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, operation of a movable member for effect, and the like. The production mode by any production device, such as a combination of a part or all of them, may be changed.

The plurality of setting suggestion patterns may include a pattern that can be determined only when the jackpot gaming state is controlled, and a pattern that can be determined even when the jackpot gaming state is not controlled. For example, pattern RE-0 and pattern RE-1 can be determined at a predetermined ratio even when the variable display result is "missing", whereas pattern RE-2 and pattern RE-3 are variable display. It may be possible to determine at a predetermined ratio only when the result is "big hit", and it may not be possible to determine when the variable display result is "missing". In this case, the pattern RE-2 is determined at a common ratio regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whereas the pattern RE-3 is set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It may be determined at a different ratio depending on the set value.

FIG. 8-6 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step 66AKS012 of the variable display start setting process as the notice effect determination process. In the advance notice effect determination process, the presence or absence of the effect according to whether or not the advance notice effect is executed and the effect type when the advance notice effect is executed are determined (step 66AKS041). In the advance notice effect, the presence or absence of the effect and the effect type are determined by referring to the advance notice effect type determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the advance notice effect type. You can do it like this. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the advance notice effect type may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. In step 66AKS041, it is determined to be either "no notice" in which the notice effect is not executed, or "step-up", "character", or "title" in the case of executing the notice effect.

Among the notice effects that can be executed by the pachinko game machine 1, for example, a step-up notice corresponding to the "step-up" effect type, a character notice corresponding to the "character" effect type, and a "title" effect type. It suffices if the corresponding title notice is included. In the step-up notice, the effect mode in the advance notice effect, such as the display of the effect image on the image display device 5, is changed stepwise from one stage to a plurality of stages. The effect mode to be changed in the step-up notice is not limited to the display of the effect image on the image display device 5, but the sound output by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting of light emitting members such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED, and the movable effect for the effect. It may include the operation of the members, or a combination of some or all of them. In the step-up notice, after the production by the first production mode is executed, it may end without changing the production mode. In this embodiment, when the step-up notice is executed, in the display area of the effect image surrounded by the square-shaped outer frame of the predetermined display color while the variable display of the decorative pattern is being executed. By the effect display in which the display contents (display mode) of the effect image showing the character are displayed in a switchable manner according to a predetermined order, the effect mode is changed to a plurality of stages and the effect is stepped up. The effect image displayed when the step-up notice is executed includes an outer frame partial image showing a display frame and an inner frame partial image used for switching display in a step change. The partial image in the frame may be a still image that is still displayed at each stage of the step change, or may be a moving image that is displayed as an animation at each stage of the step change.

In the character notice, an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed on the image display device 5. The character notice is a rate controlled to the jackpot game state according to the type, size, color, pattern, movement, dialogue, or a combination of some or all of these characters (big hit expectation). Is executed differently. In the title notice, a title with a predetermined character image is displayed on the image display device 5. The title notice is controlled to the jackpot game state according to the content, size, color, pattern, display timing, display period, display update speed, or the production mode including some or all combinations of these. It is executed so that the ratio (big hit expectation) is different.

Based on the determination result of step 66AKS041, it is determined whether or not it is determined that "no advance notice" is not executed (step 66AKS042). If "no notice" is determined (step 66AKS042; Yes), the notice effect determination process ends. If it is not "no notice" (step 66AKS042; No), it is determined whether or not "step-up" corresponding to the step-up notice is determined (step 66AKS043). When the "character" or "title" other than the "step-up" is determined (step 66AKS043; No), the effect pattern according to the "character" or "title" is determined (step 66AKS044). The effect patterns of the character advance notice and the title advance notice are a plurality of advance notices by referring to the advance notice effect pattern determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121 based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the advance notice effect pattern. It may be decided to be one of the production patterns. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the advance notice effect pattern may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122.

When the effect type of the advance notice effect is determined to be "step up" (step 66AKS043; Yes), the number of steps pattern is determined (step 66AKS045). The step number pattern is an effect pattern corresponding to the number of steps as the number of steps for changing the effect mode in the step-up notice. The step number pattern can be selected from a plurality of step number patterns by referring to a step number pattern determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining the step number pattern. It should be decided. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the number of steps pattern may be updated by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122. In this embodiment, five patterns SU-1 to SU-5 are provided as a plurality of step number patterns, and the number of steps is any one of 1 to 5 according to each pattern.

Based on the determination result of step 66AKS045, it is determined whether or not the pattern SU-5 is determined (step 66AKS046). When the number of steps pattern other than the pattern SU-5 is determined (step 66AKS046; No), the advance notice effect determination process is terminated. When the pattern SU-5 is determined (step 66AKS046; Yes), the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified (step 66AKS047). When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the effect control CPU 120 may receive a set value notification command transmitted from the main board 11 side and store the notified set value in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. As a result, in step 66AKS047, the set value stored in the RAM 122 may be specified.

Following step 66AKS047, the outer frame display pattern is determined (step 66AKS048), and then the advance notice effect determination process is completed. The outer frame display pattern corresponds to whether or not to change the display color of the outer frame partial image when the number of steps for changing the effect mode in the step-up notice reaches 5, and the outer frame display color when changing. It is a production pattern. The outer frame display pattern displays a plurality of outer frames by referring to an outer frame display pattern determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 based on numerical data indicating a random value for determining the outer frame display pattern. It may be determined by one of the patterns. The numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the outer frame display pattern may be updatable by using one or both of the random counter and the random number circuit 124 provided in the RAM 122.

FIG. 8-7 shows a setting example regarding the advance notice effect type determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the determination table 66AKT04 shown in FIG. 8-7 is prepared in advance as the advance notice effect type determination table. In step 66AKS041 of the advance notice effect determination process, the presence or absence of the advance notice effect and the effect type are determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT04 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT04, the variable display contents are assigned to the production type and the like according to whether the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", "normal (loss)", "super (loss)", or "big hit". The number of judgment values is different.

The variable display content can be specified based on the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and the display result of the variable display indicated by the variable display result notification command. When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol does not change to the reach mode, and the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the display result of the variable display. Becomes a "loss". When the variable display content is "normal (loss)", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach mode, the reach effect of the normal reach is executed, and then the final decorative symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed. Therefore, the display result of the variable display becomes "missing". When the variable display content is "super (loss)", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach mode, the reach effect of the super reach is executed, and then the final decorative symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed. Then, the display result of the variable display becomes "missing". When the variable display content is "big hit", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the reach effect of normal reach or super reach is executed, and then the final decorative symbol of the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. Therefore, the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit".

In the determination table 66AKT04, for example, when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the effect type of "character" or "title" is not assigned a determination value (0). On the other hand, when the variable display content is "normal (loss)", 10 judgment values are assigned to the production type of "character", and when the variable display content is "super (loss)", the variable display content is "super (loss)". 50 judgment values are assigned to both the "character" and "title" production types, and when the variable display content is "big hit", 70 judgment values and "title" are assigned to the "character" production type. 100 judgment values are assigned to the effect type of, and there is a judgment value assignment. 30 judgment values are assigned to the notice type of "step-up" when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", and when the variable display content is other than "non-reach (loss)". 120 determination values are assigned. In the production type of "Title", when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "normal (loss)", no judgment value is assigned (0), and the variable display content is "super (loss)". ) ”, 50 judgment values are assigned, and when the variable display content is“ big hit ”, 100 judgment values are assigned. As a result, the jackpot expectation degree corresponding to the ratio controlled to the jackpot gaming state differs depending on whether the effect type is “step-up” or “title”. More specifically, even if the variable display content is other than "big hit", more judgment values are assigned to the "step-up" effect type than the "title" effect type, so the variable display content is Even in cases other than "big hits", it is easy to determine at a relatively high rate. On the other hand, as for the production type of "Title", if the variable display content is other than "Big hit", only 50 judgment values are assigned when it is "Super (loss)", and "Step". Since a smaller judgment value is assigned than the effect type of "up", when the variable display result is other than "big hit", it is determined at a relatively low ratio. Therefore, when the title notice is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the step-up notice is executed. According to the same comparison regarding the presence / absence of the effect of the advance notice effect and the number of judgment values assigned to the effect type, when the title advance notice is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the character advance notice is executed. .. When the character notice is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the step-up notice is executed. When the step-up notice is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the notice effect is not executed.

FIG. 8-8 (A) shows a configuration example of the step number pattern. In the plurality of step number patterns, the number of steps for changing the effect mode in the step-up notice is different from each other. More specifically, the pattern SU-1 has a number of steps of 1, the pattern SU-2 has a number of steps of 2, the pattern SU-3 has a number of steps of 3, and the pattern SU-4 has a number of steps of 4. SU-5 has 5 steps. In the step-up notice, the production by the first production mode becomes the production of the first step, and each time the production mode is changed thereafter, the number of steps is increased by one step from the production of the second step to the production of the fifth step. proceed.

FIG. 8-8 (B) shows a setting example relating to the step number pattern determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the determination table 66AKT05 shown in FIG. 8-8 (B) is prepared in advance as the step number pattern determination table. In step 66AKS045 of the advance notice effect determination process, the number of steps pattern is determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT05 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT05, the determination result of the number of steps pattern is determined according to whether the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", "normal (loss)", "super (loss)", or "big hit". The number of assigned judgment values is different. By comparing the number of determination values assigned to each step number pattern for each variable display content, the jackpot expectation increases as the number of steps increases from 1 to 3 in the step-up notice. In the pattern SU-4 and the pattern SU-5, when the variable display content is other than "big hit", the determination value is not assigned (0 pieces). Therefore, in the step-up notice, when the number of steps reaches 4 or 5, it is determined that the jackpot game state is controlled. As described above, in the step-up notice, as the number of steps in which the effect mode is changed in stages increases, the ratio of being controlled to the jackpot game state increases.

FIG. 8-9 (A) shows a configuration example of the outer frame display pattern. In this embodiment, four patterns SC-0 to SC-3 are provided as a plurality of outer frame display patterns. The suggestion contents of these outer frame display patterns differ depending on the outer frame display color when the number of steps in the step-up notice reaches 5 in the fifth step. The outer frame display color is the display color of the outer frame partial image displayed in the step-up notice, and can be changed to a suggestion display color including copper, silver, and gold in addition to white, which is the normal display color. .. The pattern SC-0 does not change the outer frame display color, and suggests that the degree of expectation, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, is low. The pattern SC-1 changes the outer frame display color to copper color, and suggests confirmation that the set value is 2 or more. The pattern SC-2 changes the outer frame display color to silver, suggesting that the player has a high degree of expectation, which is an advantageous setting value. The pattern SC-3 changes the outer frame display color to gold, suggesting confirmation that it is 6, which is the highest set value. As described above, in the fifth step of the step-up notice, it is possible to suggest the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to whether or not the outer frame display color has changed and the outer frame display color after the change. ..

FIG. 8-9 (B) shows a setting example relating to the outer frame display pattern determination table of the feature unit 66AK. In the feature unit 66AK, the determination table 66AKT06 shown in FIG. 8-9 (B) is prepared in advance as the outer frame display pattern determination table. In step 66AKS048 of the advance notice effect determination process, the outer frame display pattern is determined by referring to the determination table 66AKT06 or the like. In the determination table 66AKT06, there is a portion in which the number of determination values assigned to the determination result of the outer frame display pattern differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the set value is 1, 95 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2, and the judgments are made to the pattern SC-1 and the pattern SC-3. No value is assigned (0). When the set value is 2, 65 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2. , Pattern SC-3 has no determination value assigned (0). When the set value is 3, 65 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2. However, the pattern SC-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 4, 40 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2. However, the pattern SC-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 5, 40 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2. However, the pattern SC-3 is not assigned a judgment value (0). When the set value is 6, 35 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-0, 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-1, and 30 judgment values are assigned to the pattern SC-2. Therefore, five determination values are assigned to the pattern SC-3.

In the feature unit 66AK, when the display color of the outer frame partial image in the step-up notice is changed, the effect mode is changed up to the fifth step in which the number of steps in the step-up notice is 5, so that the jackpot game state is controlled. It is confirmed that it will be done. If the outer frame display color does not change with the pattern SC-0, the expectation level, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, is low, and if the outer frame display color is changed to copper color with the pattern SC-1, the set value is set. Is determined to be 2 or more. Further, when the outer frame display color is changed to silver by the pattern SC-2, the expectation is high, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, and when the outer frame display color is changed to gold by the pattern SC-3, the setting value is high. It is confirmed that it is 6, which is the highest set value. In this way, in the plurality of stages when the effect mode is changed stepwise in the step-up notice, there are a notification stage for notifying that the game is controlled to a big hit game state such as a fourth step when the number of steps is four. It includes a suggestion step that suggests a set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, such as a fifth step when the number of steps is five. Then, after changing to the effect mode of the fourth step, the effect mode is changed to the effect mode of the fifth step. Therefore, after the effect mode is changed to the notification stage, the effect mode is changed to the suggestion stage.

The feature unit 66AK can be executed so that the effect mode of the fifth step in the step-up notice differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the outer frame display pattern is not determined to the pattern SC-1 in step 66AKS048 of the advance notice effect determination process, so that the outer frame display color is copper. It does not change to color. In this way, depending on whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 1, whether or not the outer frame display color is changed to copper as the effect mode of the fifth step. different. If the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 6, the outer frame display pattern is not determined to the pattern SC-3 in step 66AKS048 of the advance notice effect determination process, so that the outer frame display color is gold. It will not be changed. As described above, depending on whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, whether or not the outer frame display color is changed to gold is different as the effect mode of the fifth step.

In the notice effect determination process, when it is determined in step 66AKS043 that "step-up notice", the set value may be specified by step 66AKS047, and then the process may proceed to step 66AKS045. In step 66AKS045, the number of steps pattern may be determined not only by the variable display content but also by a different ratio depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In this case, the step number pattern may be determined so that the number of steps increases at a high rate as long as the set value is advantageous to the player. Even when the pattern SU-4 or the pattern SU-5 is determined, the variable display result may become "missing" at a predetermined ratio and may not be controlled in the big hit game state. Even when the number of steps pattern other than the pattern SU-5 is determined, the outer frame display pattern may be determined at a predetermined ratio. In this case, if the number of steps pattern is the pattern SU-5, the outer frame display pattern may be determined at a high rate other than the pattern SC-0. In this way, when the advance notice effect that is the step-up notice is executed, even if it is possible to change to the effect mode that suggests the set value by a different ratio according to the number of steps as the number of steps for changing the effect mode. good.

The effect mode that suggests the set value in the fifth step of the step-up notice is to change the outer frame display color, which is the display color of the outer frame partial image, or to change the outer frame display color. In addition, the shape and pattern of the outer frame partial image, the shape and pattern and color of the inner frame partial image, audio output by the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting of light emitting members such as the game effect lamp 9 and decorative LED, for directing Any effect mode in the step-up notice, such as the operation of the movable member and a combination of a part or all of them, may be changed.

The plurality of outer frame display patterns may include a pattern that can be determined only when the jackpot gaming state is controlled, and a pattern that can be determined even when the jackpot gaming state is not controlled. For example, pattern SC-0 and pattern SC-1 can be determined at a predetermined ratio even when the variable display result is "missing", whereas pattern SC-2 and pattern SC-3 are variable display. It may be possible to determine at a predetermined ratio only when the result is "big hit", and it may not be possible to determine when the variable display result is "missing". In this case, the pattern SC-2 is determined at a common ratio regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whereas the pattern SC-3 is set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It may be determined at different ratios depending on the set value.

FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of the effect control process process as the effect process during variable display with respect to the feature unit 66AK. In the variable display during effect processing, it is determined whether or not the special figure variation time, which is the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern, has elapsed, based on, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer (step 66AKS061). At this time, the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted), and the variable display time is changed when the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value. It may be determined that the lapse has passed. When it is determined that the variable display time has not elapsed (step 66AKS061; No), control is performed to execute various effects as the variable display progresses. The effect control CPU 120 creates various commands based on the control data read from the effect control pattern determined in step 66AKS013 of the variable display start setting process. This command is transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on, off, and blinked. It suffices that various effects can be performed by a predetermined effect device by operating the effect movable member or by combining a part or all of them.

In the variable display during effect processing shown in FIG. 8-10, it is determined whether or not it is the advance notice effect period (step 66AKS062). The advance notice effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (notice effect control pattern, etc.) determined in step 66AKS013 of the variable display start setting process. When it is determined that the advance notice effect period is reached (step 66AKS062; Yes), the control for executing the advance notice effect is performed (step 66AKS063). When the step-up notice is executed by the control of step 66AKS063, the notice effect that changes the effect mode stepwise can be executed as a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state. Further, when the number of steps of the step-up notice is 5, it is possible to suggest the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 by changing the outer frame display color to the effect mode of the fifth step in which the outer frame display color can be changed. ..

When it is not the advance notice effect period (step 66AKS062; No), or after the control of step 66AKS063 is performed, it is determined whether or not it is the reach effect period (step 66AKS064). The reach effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (such as the effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 66AKS013 of the variable display start setting process. When it is determined that the reach effect period is reached (step 66AKS064; Yes), the control to execute the reach effect is performed (step 66AKS065). By controlling step 66AKS065, for example, by executing the reach effect of normal reach or super reach, it is possible to make a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state. Further, when the decorative symbol to be the reach symbol is stopped and displayed, the ratio of being controlled to the jackpot gaming state can be changed according to the reach symbol as a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state. At this time, if the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the reach effect after changing the symbol display color is executed to continuously suggest the control of the jackpot game state and pachinko. It is possible to make a new suggestion regarding the set value of the gaming machine 1.

When it is not the reach effect period (step 66AKS064; No), or after the control of step 66AKS065 is performed, it is determined whether or not it is the change effect period (step 66AKS066). The change effect period may be predetermined as an execution period of the effect of changing the symbol display color when the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed. When it is determined that it is the change effect period (step 66AKS066; Yes), the control to execute the change effect is performed (step 66AKS067).

When it is not the change effect period (step 66AKS066; No), or after the control of step 66AKS067 is performed, for example, the decorative pattern is variable based on the setting in the effect control pattern determined in response to the fluctuation pattern. After performing control for executing the effect during the variable display including the display operation (step 66AKS068), the effect process during the variable display is terminated.

When it is determined in step 66AKS061 that the variable display time has elapsed (step 66AKS061; Yes), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step 66AKS069). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step 66AKS069; No), the effect processing during variable display is terminated and the device waits. If the predetermined time elapses without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to normally receive the symbol confirmation command. You may do so. When the symbol confirmation command is received (step 66AKS069; Yes), the display result is obtained in the variable display of the decorative symbol, for example, transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (fixed decorative symbol) (step 66AKS070). Subsequently, a predetermined fixed time is set as the waiting time for receiving the jackpot start designation command (step 66AKS071). Further, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3" which is a value corresponding to the special figure hit waiting process (step 66AKS072), the effect process during variable display is terminated.

FIG. 8-11 shows the execution period and execution timing of various effects during the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol with respect to the feature unit 66AK. Of these, FIG. 8-11 (A) shows the execution period and the execution timing of the variable display-related effect including the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol. FIG. 8-11 (B1) shows the symbol display color when the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is not executed. FIG. 8-11 (B2) shows the symbol display color when the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed. FIG. 8-11 (C) shows the execution period and execution timing of the advance notice effect which is a step-up notice. FIG. 8-11 (D) shows the execution period, the effect time, and the content of the effect according to the execution step for the advance notice effect that is the step-up notice.

When the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is not executed, after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started at the timing T0, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach establishment in the reach mode at the timing T1, and the timing The symbol display color is maintained at the normal display color until the variable display of the decorative symbol is completed at the timing T3 via the reach development that shifts from the reach effect of the normal reach to the reach effect of the super reach at T2. In this case, when the reach is established at the timing T1, the decorative symbol stopped and displayed as the reach symbol is controlled to the jackpot game state according to which of the numbers 1 to 7 corresponds to the decorative symbol. The rate of being done is different. In this way, by setting the decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol to the decorative symbol corresponding to any of the numbers 1 to 7, it is possible to suggest the control of the jackpot game state.

When the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, for example, after the reach development from the normal reach reach effect to the super reach reach effect at timing T2, the change effect is executed and the symbol display color is the normal display color. Can be changed to the suggested display color. However, in the case of the setting suggestion pattern RE-0, the symbol display color does not change even when the change effect is executed. When the change effect is executed and the symbol display color can be changed, the ratio of the decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol is controlled to the jackpot game state by the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7. Is suggested to be high. In addition, when the change effect is executed, a setting value advantageous to the player is set according to whether or not the symbol display color of the reach symbol is changed and the suggested display color when the change is performed. The proportions are different. In this way, when the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 is stopped and displayed as the reach symbol, the effect that can be executed in the period after the specific timing, such as the period after the timing T2 at which the reach effect of the super reach can be executed, is as an effect. By making it possible to change the symbol display color of the reach symbol by the change effect, it is possible to continuously give suggestions regarding the control of the jackpot game state and to suggest the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Since the reach symbol is stopped and displayed when the reach is established at the timing T1, it is possible to suggest the control of the jackpot game state by the decorative symbol stopped and displayed as the reach symbol in the specific period after the timing T1. .. When the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7 as a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state until the timing T2 in the specific period. It is suggested that the jackpot game state is controlled at a higher rate than that. After that, after the timing T2 in the specific period, when the change effect is executed, the pachinko gaming machine 1 depends on whether or not the symbol display color of the reach symbol is changed and the suggested display color when the change is performed. Suggestions are made regarding the setting value of. Further, even when the change effect is executed, the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7 as the reach symbol is continuously stopped and displayed, so that the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state can be continuously performed. In this way, when the reach effect of normal reach or super reach is executed, the reach effect of normal reach can be executed in a specific period from the timing T1 when the reach is established to the timing T2 when the reach is developed, and as a reach symbol. It is possible to suggest that the jackpot game state is controlled at a different rate depending on the decorative symbol displayed as stopped. After that, until the timing T3 when the variable display ends after the timing T2, if the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7, the suggestion that the jackpot game state is controlled at a ratio corresponding to the reach symbol is continued. If the reach symbol is a decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7, we will continue to suggest that the jackpot game state will be controlled at a rate according to the reach symbol, and pachinko according to the symbol display color of the reach symbol. Suggestions regarding the set values of the gaming machine 1 are made. It should be noted that the period from the timing T1 at which the reach is established to the timing T3 at which the variable display ends is set as a specific period in which the reach effect can be executed. Suggestions controlled by the gaming state are given, and from timing T2 to timing T3, big hits are given at a rate according to the reach symbol. A case may be provided in which the suggestion controlled by the gaming state is continuously performed and the suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is given according to the symbol display color of the reach symbol.

When the advance notice effect that is the step-up notice is executed, the step-up notice is started to be executed after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started at the timing T0, the first step is taken in the period D11, and the step-up notice is executed in the period D12. It is the second step, the period D13 is the third step, the period D14 is the fourth step, and the period D15 is the fifth step. In this case, as a step-up notice, the display of the partial image in the frame changes stepwise from the first step to the fifth step. However, when the number of steps reaches the number of steps according to the determination result of the number of steps pattern, the execution of the step-up notice ends without changing the effect mode to be the next step.

In each of the first to third steps in the periods D11 to D13, the effect time is 1 second, and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is executed at the timing T1 before the reach is established in the reach mode, and the jackpot is hit. It will be a big hit notice that gives suggestions regarding control of the game state. When the number of steps pattern is pattern SU-1, the first step in the period D11 is started, and when one second of the production time elapses and the first step in the period D11 is completed, the step-up notice is executed. Also ends. When the number of steps pattern is the pattern SU-2, when the first step in the period D11 is completed as in the case of the pattern SU-1, the display of the partial image in the frame is subsequently changed, and the period D12 When the second step in the above is started, one second of the production time elapses, and the second step in the period D12 is completed, the execution of the step-up notice is also completed. When the number of steps pattern is the pattern SU-3, when the second step in the period D12 is completed as in the case of the pattern SU-2, the display of the partial image in the frame is subsequently changed, and the period D13. When the third step in the above is started, one second of the production time elapses, and the third step in the period D13 is completed, the execution of the step-up notice is also completed.

The fourth step in the period D14 is executed after the production time is 5 seconds, which is longer than 1 second, and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is reached in the reach mode at the timing T1, and is controlled to the jackpot game state. It will be a big hit confirmation that will definitely notify that it will be done. When the number of steps pattern is the pattern SU-4, the reach is established at the timing T1 after the third step in the period D13 is completed as in the case of the pattern SU-3, and then the partial image in the frame is displayed. When the fourth step in the period D14 is started by changing the display or the like, and the fourth step in the period D14 is completed after 5 seconds of the production time has elapsed, the execution of the step-up notice is also completed.

The fifth step in the period D15 is 10 seconds, which is longer than 1 second or 5 seconds, and is executed after the reach development that shifts from the normal reach reach production to the super reach reach production at timing T2. It is a jackpot confirmation that deterministically notifies that the jackpot game state is controlled, and in addition, it is a setting value suggestion that suggests a setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1. When the number of steps pattern is the pattern SU-5, the reach is developed at the timing T2 after the fourth step in the period D14 is completed as in the case of the pattern SU-4, and then the partial image in the frame is displayed. The fifth step in the period D15 is started by changing the display and the like. At this time, depending on whether the outer frame display pattern is pattern SC-0 to pattern SC-3, whether or not to change the outer frame display color as the display mode of the outer frame partial image, or when changing the display mode. Suggested display color is different. When 10 seconds of the production time elapses from the start of the fifth step in the period D15 and the fifth step in the period D15 ends in this way, the execution of the step-up notice also ends.

Since the step-up notice can be changed up to the third step before the reach is established at the timing T1, the step-up notice can be executed in the specific period after the timing T0 until the timing T1. Depending on whether the execution of the step-up notice is completed or the step-up notice is continued until the next step, it is possible to make a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot game state. Then, when the number of steps of the step-up notice is 4 or more, the fourth jackpot confirmation is notified as a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state in the period D14 included from the timing T1 to the timing T2 in the specific period. It can be changed to the effect mode of the step. Further, when the number of steps of the step-up notice is 5, the outer frame corresponding to the outer frame display pattern is used as a suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the period D15 included after the timing T2 in the specific period. The display color can be changed to the effect mode of the fifth step.

If the number of steps pattern corresponds to any of patterns SU-1 to SU-4 and the number of steps is less than 5, step up before changing to the effect mode of the fifth step in the period D15. Execution of the notice is completed. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, there is a case where the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is given up to the timing T2 in the specific period corresponding to the number of steps less than 5, and then the suggestion is terminated. ing. On the other hand, when the number of steps pattern corresponds to the pattern SU-5 and the number of steps is 5, the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed by changing to the effect mode of the fifth step in the period D15. Make suggestions about. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, the effect that can be executed after the timing T2 after the control related to the control of the jackpot gaming state is performed up to the timing T2 in the specific period corresponding to the number of steps of 5. As a result, there is a case where the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is continuously performed and the suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed.

When the advance notice effect of the step-up notice is executed, the effect mode is changed from the first step to the third step in a specific period from the timing T0 when the variable display is started to the timing T1 when the reach is established. It is possible to suggest that the jackpot game state is controlled at a rate corresponding to the number of steps in which the effect mode is changed. After that, it can be suggested that the jackpot game state is controlled by changing to the effect mode of the fourth step until the timing T2, which is the reach development after the timing T1. Further, until the timing T3 at which the variable display ends after the timing T2, it is suggested that the jackpot game state will be controlled if the effect mode of the fifth step is changed, and the outer frame of the outer frame partial image is indicated. Suggestions regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be made according to the display color. The period from the timing T0 at which the variable display is started to the timing T3 at which the variable display ends is set as a specific period in which the advance notice effect that is a step-up notice can be executed. It is suggested that the jackpot gaming state is controlled at a rate corresponding to the number of steps in which the mode is changed, and the suggestion ends without changing to the effect mode of the fifth step until the timing T3 after the timing T2. A case may be provided in which the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is continuously performed by changing to the effect mode of the fifth step, and the suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed according to the effect mode of the fifth step. ..

In the step-up notice, each step from the first step to the third step has an effect time of 1 second, the fourth step has an effect time of 5 seconds, and the fifth step has an effect time of 10 seconds. In the step-up notice, there are a plurality of stages in which the production mode is changed step by step, a notification stage for notifying that the jackpot game state is controlled as in the fourth step, and a pachinko gaming machine 1 as in the fifth step. It includes a suggestion stage that gives suggestions regarding the set value of. Since the effect time of the fifth step is set to be longer than the effect time of the fourth step, the suggestion stage has a longer execution period than the notification stage. Generally, when an effect (advantageous effect) for notifying an advantage is executed, a player takes an image or a video of the effect with a mobile terminal owned by the player and shoots it on an SNS (Social). There is a tendency to post on websites that require membership registration such as Networking Service) and Internet video supply sites. However, if the execution period of such an advantageous effect is short, there arises a problem that an appropriate shooting time cannot be secured. On the other hand, for productions that are often performed even in disadvantageous cases (disadvantageous productions), since the motivation for shooting is not motivated, if the execution period of the disadvantageous productions is long, the player will rather feel uncomfortable. There is a problem. Therefore, in the feature unit 66AK, the execution period for the advantageous effect is lengthened to secure the shooting time, and the execution period for the unfavorable effect is shorter than that for the advantageous effect to reduce discomfort. In the step-up notice of the feature unit 66AK, the production time of the fourth step, which is the big hit confirmation, is longer than the production time from the first step to the third step, which is the big hit notice. In addition, the effect time of the fifth step, which is a suggestion of the set value when the big hit is confirmed, is longer than the effect time of the fourth step. As a result, when the effect mode is changed to the fifth step of suggesting the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking it and to secure the shooting time. In addition, by securing the shooting time, the shot images and moving images can be published by the players on the Internet, and the public interest in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be increased. In addition, in many cases, by disclosing the images taken by which pachinko game machine 1 in which game field, the game field was advertised by the players from the game field side. become. As described above, by securing the shooting time when the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is suggested, a synergistic effect is brought about not only to the player but also to the game hall side.

The effect time of the fifth step in the step-up notice may be different depending on a plurality of setting suggestion patterns. For example, pattern RE-0 has an effect time of 3 seconds, pattern RE-1 has an effect time of 7 seconds, pattern RE-2 has an effect time of 12 seconds, and pattern RE-3 has an effect time of 15. The production time corresponding to each pattern may be set so as to be seconds. In this way, the execution period of the effect may be different depending on the effect mode when suggesting the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the case of the production mode having a high advantage for the player, the execution period may be longer than in the case of the production mode having a low advantage for the player. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking and secure the shooting time when the effect mode is changed to suggest that the set value is advantageous.

In the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be suggested by making it possible to change the symbol display color which is the display color of the reach symbol. In the fifth step of the step-up notice, the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be suggested by making it possible to change the outer frame display color which is the display color of the outer frame partial image. In this way, in the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol and the fifth step of the step-up notice, at least a part such as the target image whose display color can be changed, such as the symbol display color and the outer frame display color. It is possible to make suggestions regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to different production modes. On the other hand, both the symbol display color and the outer frame display color can be changed to suggestion display colors including copper, silver, and gold, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set according to a production mode in which at least a part is common. It would be good if we could make suggestions about the value. The symbol display color and the outer frame display color may be changed to suggestion display colors different from each other. Alternatively, the symbol display color may be changed in the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, while the effect mode other than the display color may be changed in the fifth step of the step-up notice. In the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, the effect mode other than the symbol display color can be changed, while in the fifth step of the step-up notice, the outer frame display color may be changed. In the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, the effect mode other than the symbol display color may be changed, and in the fifth step of the step-up notice, the effect mode other than the display color may be changed. In these cases, it suffices if the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol and the fifth step of the step-up notice can give suggestions regarding the setting of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in all different production modes.

The setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol may be executed at a timing different from the fifth step of the step-up notice. For example, after executing the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, the effect mode may be changed to correspond to the fifth step of the step-up notice. Alternatively, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol may be executed after changing to the effect mode corresponding to the fifth step of the step-up notice. As described above, after the specific timing in the specific period, suggestions regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be made at a plurality of timings. In this case, the execution mode of the suggestion effect at another timing may be different depending on the execution mode of the suggestion effect at one timing. As an example, depending on whether or not the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, the ratio of whether or not the effect mode is changed up to the fifth step may be different in the step-up notice. When the suggestion effect is executed at the timing of 1, it may be restricted so that the suggestion effect at the other timing is not executed. For example, when the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, a determination value in the determination table may be set as the step number pattern of the step-up notice so that the pattern SU-5 is not determined. .. With such a setting, the step-up notice can change the effect mode up to the fifth step at a predetermined ratio within the range in which the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is not executed, while the setting suggestion using the reach symbol is used. Within the range in which the effect is executed, there is a limit as a limit that the effect mode is not changed until the fifth step. Further, in the step-up notice, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed while the effect mode can be changed at a high rate up to the fifth step within the range in which the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is not executed. Within this range, a limit may be provided as a limit for changing the effect mode up to the fifth step at a low rate. Alternatively, the relationship between the range and the limit may be interchanged. That is, the step-up notice can change the effect mode up to the fifth step at a predetermined ratio within the range in which the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, while the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed. As long as it is not done, there may be a limit as a limit that the effect mode is not changed until the fifth step. In addition, the step-up notice can change the effect mode up to the fifth step at a high rate within the range in which the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed, while the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is executed. As long as it is not done, there may be a limit as a limit of changing the effect mode up to the fifth step at a low rate.

Regarding the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol, the same restrictions as in the case of the step-up notice may be provided. For example, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol can be executed at a predetermined ratio within the range in which the step-up notice does not change the effect mode until the fifth step, while the step-up notice changes the effect mode until the fifth step. As long as it is allowed, there may be a limit as a limit that it is not executed. In addition, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol can be executed at a high rate within the range in which the step-up notice does not change the effect mode until the fifth step, while the step-up notice changes the effect mode up to the fifth step. As long as it is allowed, a limit may be set as a limit that the execution becomes feasible at a low rate. Alternatively, the relationship between the range and the limit may be interchanged. That is, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol can be executed at a predetermined ratio within the range in which the step-up notice changes the effect mode up to the fifth step, while the step-up notice changes the effect mode up to the fifth step. As long as it is not allowed, a limit may be set as a limit that it is not executed. In addition, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol can be executed at a high rate within the range in which the step-up notice changes the effect mode up to the fifth step, while the step-up notice changes the effect mode up to the fifth step. As long as it is not allowed, a limit may be set as a limit that enables execution at a low rate.

In addition to the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol and the fifth step in the step-up notice, multiple suggestion effects are executed at multiple timings for any suggestion effect that can suggest the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1. If possible, the execution mode of the suggestion effect at another timing may be different depending on the execution mode of the suggestion effect at one timing. Further, regarding any suggestion effect capable of suggesting the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1, when a plurality of suggestion effects can be executed at a plurality of timings, in response to the suggestion effect at one timing, at another timing. There may be restrictions on the suggestion effect.

FIG. 8-12 shows an execution example of the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol. FIG. 8-12 (A) shows an effect execution example 66AK101 in the case where the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the reach mode and the reach is established. At this time, the reach is established by stopping and displaying the decorative symbols corresponding to the numbers 7 in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the "left" and "right", and the reach effect of the normal reach is executed. FIG. 8-12 (B) shows an effect execution example 66AK102 in the case where the reach effect of the normal reach is the reach development in which the reach effect of the normal reach shifts to the reach effect of the super reach. At this time, the decorative pattern is reduced and displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, and the effect image in the reach effect of the super reach is displayed. FIG. 8-12 (C) shows an effect execution example 66AK103 when the change effect is executed. At this time, the effect display corresponding to the change effect is displayed by superimposing it on the reach symbol that is stopped and displayed, and the effect image that notifies a message such as "design display color change !!" is displayed. Suggestions are made to change the symbol display color.

FIG. 8-12 (D1) shows an effect execution example 66AK111 in which the symbol display color does not change, corresponding to the case where the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-0. FIG. 8-12 (D2) shows an effect execution example 66AK112 in which the symbol display color is changed to copper color corresponding to the case where the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-1. FIG. 8-12 (D3) shows an effect execution example 66AK113 in which the symbol display color is changed to silver corresponding to the case where the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-2. FIG. 8-12 (D4) shows an effect execution example 66AK114 in which the symbol display color is changed to gold corresponding to the case where the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-3. When the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-0, the display color of the reach pattern does not change as in the effect execution example 66AK111, and the normal display color of red is not changed. As a result, a failure effect (gase effect) in which the symbol display color is not changed is executed, suggesting that the expectation level, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, is low. When the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-1, the display color of the reach pattern is changed to copper as in the effect execution example 66AK112, which suggests that the set value is 2 or more. When the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-2, the display color of the reach pattern is changed to silver as in the production execution example 66AK113, so that it is highly expected that the setting value is advantageous for the player. Suggest. When the setting suggestion pattern is the pattern RE-3, the display color of the reach pattern is changed to gold as in the effect execution example 66AK114, which suggests the determination of 6, which is the highest set value.

FIG. 8-13 shows an execution example of the advance notice effect which is a step-up notice. FIG. 8-13 (A) shows an effect execution example 66AK201 in the first step of the step-up notice. FIG. 8-13 (B) shows an effect execution example 66AK202 in the second step of the step-up notice. FIG. 8-13 (C) shows an effect execution example 66AK203 in the third step of the step-up notice. FIG. 8-13 (D) shows an effect execution example 66AK204 in the fourth step of the step-up notice. 8-13 (E1) to (E4) show production execution examples 66AK 211-66AK214 in the fifth step of the step-up notice. In the effect execution examples 66AK2001 to 66AK204, the effect mode is changed stepwise by sequentially switching the characters displayed by the partial image in the frame corresponding to the first step to the fourth step. In the effect execution example 66AK 211-66AK214, the character displayed by the partial image in the frame is switched to all the characters displayed from the first step to the fourth step corresponding to the fifth step, so that the effect mode is changed. Change.

Further, in the effect execution examples 66AK 211 to 66AK214, the display color of the outer frame partial image can be changed corresponding to the outer frame display pattern. In the effect execution example 66AK211 shown in FIG. 8-13 (E1), the outer frame display pattern corresponds to the pattern SC-0, the outer frame display color does not change, and the normal display color remains red. As a result, a failure effect (gase effect) in which the symbol display color is not changed is executed, suggesting that the expectation level, which is an advantageous setting value for the player, is low. In the effect execution example 66AK212 shown in FIG. 8-13 (E2), the set value is 2 or more because the outer frame display pattern corresponds to the pattern SC-1 and the outer frame display color is changed to copper color. Suggests confirmation of that. In the effect execution example 66AK213 shown in FIG. 8-13 (E3), the outer frame display pattern corresponds to the pattern SC-2, and the outer frame display color is changed to silver, so that the set value is advantageous for the player. It suggests that a certain degree of expectation is high. In the effect execution example 66AK214 shown in FIG. 8-13 (E4), the outer frame display pattern corresponds to the pattern SC-3, and the outer frame display color is changed to gold, which is the highest set value of 6. Suggest confirmation.

In general, it becomes difficult to further raise the expectation of the player after the notification controlled to the jackpot gaming state is performed. On the other hand, after the feature unit 66AK makes a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state, the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol and the effect mode of the fifth step in the step-up notice are performed after the specific timing of the specific period. By providing a case where a suggestion regarding the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is made, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be set even after the notification controlled to the jackpot gaming state is performed. As expected, the production can be diversified to improve the pachinko game.

The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to have all the technical features shown in the above embodiment, and is shown in the above embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may have a part of the configuration.

As a specific example, while the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol can be executed, the suggestion regarding the set value according to the effect mode of the fifth step in the step-up notice may not be executed. Alternatively, while the setting suggestion effect using the reach symbol is not executed, the suggestion regarding the set value according to the effect mode of the fifth step in the step-up notice may be feasible.

The chance-up effect may be executed together with the step-up advance notice effect, the character advance notice effect, the title advance notice effect, or in place of a part or all of them. In the chance-up effect, a character appears on the image display device 5 during the reach effect, and the content of the character's dialogue suggests the degree of expectation of a big hit. In addition, the effect mode of the chance-up effect may be any effect mode that can suggest the jackpot expectation to the player, and may not be the effect that suggests the jackpot expectation depending on the content of the character's dialogue.

The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display start setting process. When the variable display result is a big hit, whether or not the chance-up effect is executed and the effect pattern when the chance-up effect is executed are based on the fact that the variable display result is a big hit and the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. And decide. If the variable display result is lost, whether or not the chance-up effect is executed and the effect pattern when the chance-up effect is executed are based on the fact that the variable display result is lost and the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. And decide.

FIG. 8-14 shows a setting example of an effect pattern that can be determined when the chance-up effect is executed. In this setting example, four patterns CU-1 to CU-4 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect patterns that can be determined when the chance-up effect is executed. The pattern CU-1 is an effect pattern indicating that the jackpot expectation is low (big hit expectation: low), and the pattern CU-2 has a jackpot expectation higher than that of the pattern CU-1 (big hit expectation: high). It is a production pattern showing that. The pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 are effect patterns for notifying that the variable display result is a big hit. Both the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 are effect patterns for notifying that the variable display result is a big hit, but the effect modes are different.

FIG. 8-15 (A) shows a setting example of a ratio for determining whether or not the chance-up effect is executed and the effect pattern when the variable display result is executed when the variable display result is a big hit. In this determination example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, it is determined that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 39%, and the chance-up effect is pattern CU- at a rate of 10%. Decided to execute at 1 and decided to execute the chance-up effect with pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and decided to execute the chance-up effect with pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4 at a rate of 1%. If the set value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, it is decided that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 38%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 10% with the pattern CU-1. Was decided, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%, and the rate was 2%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, it is decided that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 37%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 10% with the pattern CU-1. Was decided, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%, and the rate was 3%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 4, it is decided that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 36%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 10% with the pattern CU-1. Was decided, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%, and the rate was 4%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 5, it is decided that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 35%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 10% with the pattern CU-1. Was decided, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by the pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%, and the rate was 5%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, it is decided that the chance-up effect is not executed at a rate of 34%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 10% with the pattern CU-1. Was decided, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by pattern CU-2 at a rate of 40%, and the chance-up effect was decided to be executed by pattern CU-3 at a rate of 10%, and the rate was 6%. It is decided to execute the chance-up effect with the pattern CU-4.

FIG. 8-15 (B) shows a setting example of a ratio for determining whether or not the chance-up effect is executed and the effect pattern when the variable display result is executed when the variable display result is lost. In this determination example, regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the non-execution of the chance-up effect is determined at a rate of 50%, and the chance-up effect is executed at a rate of 40% in the pattern CU-1. Decided to do, decided to execute the chance-up effect with pattern CU-2 at a rate of 10%, decided to execute the chance-up effect with pattern CU-3 at a rate of 0%, 0% It is decided to execute the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-4 at the ratio of.

By setting such a determination ratio, among the cases where the chance-up effect is executed, when the chance-up effect is executed in the pattern CU-1, the ratio controlled to the jackpot gaming state is low (the jackpot expectation is low). ), And when the chance-up effect is executed in the pattern CU-2, the ratio of being controlled to the jackpot game state is high (the jackpot expectation is high). When the chance-up effect is executed in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4, it is always controlled to the big hit game state. The ratio of the chance-up effect executed in the pattern CU-3 is the same regardless of the set value (uniformly 10%), whereas the ratio of the chance-up effect executed in the pattern CU-4 is the set value. Is set to increase as the value increases. Therefore, the total of the ratio of the chance-up effect executed by the pattern CU-3 and the ratio of the chance-up effect executed by the pattern CU-4 differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and in particular, the chance-up effect is different. The set value is suggested by the ratio at which the effect is executed in the pattern CU-4.

As shown in FIG. 8-15 (A), the determination ratio of the chance-up effect for notifying the control of the jackpot gaming state as in the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 is when the set value is 1. Is 11%, when the set value is 2, 12%, when the set value is 3, 13%, when the set value is 4, 14%, when the set value is 5, 15%, and when the set value is 6. Is 16%, which differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the ratio of the chance-up effect executed in the effect pattern for notifying that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state is the lowest when the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 1, and the pachinko game machine The set value set to 1 is set to increase as the value increases.

In step 66AKS013 of the variable display start setting process, one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (chance-up effect control patterns) is selected and set as a usage pattern in response to the case where the execution of the chance-up effect is decided. You may. Alternatively, by setting the timer value of the chance-up effect process timer, it may be possible to execute the chance-up effect according to the process table for each effect pattern. When the process table of the chance-up effect is set, the value of the chance-up effect process timer is updated every time the variable display effect process is executed, and the effect device (image display device 5 or The chance-up effect may be executed by controlling the speakers 8L, 8R, the effect lamp 9 and the like).

When executing the chance-up effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4 is the effect pattern of the jackpot notification. When it is determined that the effect pattern is the jackpot notification, it is determined whether or not the set value suggestion effect is executed and the effect pattern when the set value suggestion effect is executed, based on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. ..

FIG. 8-16 shows a setting example of an effect pattern that can be determined when the set value suggestion effect is executed. In this setting example, five effect patterns SS-1 to SS-5 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect patterns that can be determined when the set value suggestion effect is executed. The pattern SS-1 suggests that the set values may be odd (eg 1, 3, 5), and the pattern SS-2 suggests that the set values may be even (eg 2, 4, 6). Suggesting that pattern SS-3 suggests that the set value may be greater than or equal to the odd-numbered intermediate setting (eg, 3 or 5), pattern SS-4 suggests that the set value may be greater than or equal to the even-numbered intermediate setting (eg, 3 or 5). 4, or 6) is suggested, and pattern SS-5 suggests that the set value may be the highest setting (eg, 6).

The pattern SS-1 and the pattern SS-2 are determined at a high ratio when the set value is any of 1 to 4 (low setting), so that the set value 5 or 6 (high setting) can be used. It is said that the degree of expectation of being present is low, and the pattern SS-3 and the pattern SS-4 are set values 5 and 6 by being determined at a high ratio when the set value is any of 5 and 6. It is said that the degree of expectation is high. Here, the set values 1 to 4 are set as low settings and the set values 5 and 6 are set as high settings. However, the set values 1 to 3 may be set as low settings and the set values 4 to 6 may be set as high settings, and the set values 1 may be set. 2 may be set to a low setting, setting values 3 and 4 may be set to an intermediate setting, and setting values 5 and 6 may be set to a high setting to set the execution ratio of the effect pattern.

FIG. 8-17 shows a setting example of a ratio for determining whether or not the set value suggestion effect is executed and the effect pattern when the set value suggestion effect is executed. In this setting example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 90%, and the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 7.15%. Was decided to be executed in the pattern SS-1, and the set value suggestion effect was decided to be executed in the pattern SS-2 at a rate of 2.35%, and the set value suggestion effect was patterned at a rate of 0.36%. Decided to execute in SS-3, decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-4 at a rate of 0.14%, and perform the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-5 at a rate of 0%. Decide to do. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 85%, and the set value suggestion effect is pattern SS-1 at a rate of 3.21%. Decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-2 at a rate of 10.73%, and execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-3 at a rate of 0.21%. Decided to perform the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-4 at a rate of 0.85%, and decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-5 at a rate of 0%. do. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 80%, and the set value suggestion effect is pattern SS-1 at a rate of 11.45%. It was decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-2 at a rate of 2.85%, and the set value suggestion effect was executed in pattern SS-3 at a rate of 4.28%. Decided to perform the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-4 at a rate of 1.42%, and decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-5 at a rate of 0%. do. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 4, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 75%, and the set value suggestion effect is pattern SS-1 at a rate of 3.57%. It is decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in the pattern SS-2 at a rate of 14.30%, and the set value suggestion effect is executed in the pattern SS3 at a rate of 1.78%. Is determined, and it is determined that the set value suggestion effect is executed in the pattern SS-4 at a rate of 5.35%, and that the set value suggestion effect is executed in the pattern SS-5 at a rate of 0%. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 5, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 70%, and the set value suggestion effect is pattern SS-1 at a rate of 4.28%. It was decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-2 at a rate of 8.57%, and the set value suggestion effect was executed in pattern SS-3 at a rate of 10.73%. Decided to perform the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-4 at a rate of 6.42%, and decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-5 at a rate of 0%. do. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined at a rate of 65%, and the set value suggestion effect is pattern SS-1 at a rate of 10.00%. Decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-2 at a rate of 5.00%, and execute the set value suggestion effect in pattern SS-3 at a rate of 5.00%. It is decided to execute the set value suggestion effect in the pattern SS-4 at a rate of 12.50%, and the set value suggestion effect is executed in the pattern SS-5 at a rate of 2.5%. To determine.

By setting the determination ratio in this way, it is suggested that the set value is one of 1 to 4 by executing the set value suggestion effect in the pattern SS-1 or the pattern SS-2, and the set value suggestion effect is produced. Is executed in the pattern SS-3 or the pattern SS-4, which suggests that the set value is 5 or 6. Further, the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the higher the rate at which the execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined.

FIG. 8-18 shows the effect execution period in the variable display of the super reach when the chance-up effect and the set value suggestion effect are executed. The chance-up effect and the set value suggestion effect are effects that can be executed during the execution period of the reach effect during the variable display of the super reach. The set value suggestion effect can be executed after the chance-up effect when it is executed by the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4 that notifies that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot gaming state. The set value suggestion effect is an effect that suggests the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by displaying an effect image showing any or all of the plurality of characters on the image display device 5. be. In addition, the effect mode of the set value suggestion effect may be any effect mode that can suggest the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and may not be an effect mode using a plurality of characters.

In step 66AKS013 of the variable display start setting process, one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (set value suggestion effect control pattern) is selected as the usage pattern in response to the case where the execution of the set value suggestion effect is decided. You may set it. Alternatively, by setting the timer value of the set value suggestion effect process timer, it may be possible to execute the set value suggestion effect according to the process table for each effect pattern. When the process table of the set value suggestion effect is set, the value of the set value suggestion effect process timer is updated every time the variable display effect process is executed, and the effect device (image display device) is updated according to the updated timer value. 5 and the speakers 8L and 8R, the effect effect lamp 9 and the like) may be controlled to execute the set value suggestion effect.

When a predetermined period has passed since the reach effect of Super Reach was started, a character is displayed at the lower part of the image display device 5 as a chance-up effect, and character information that is different depending on the effect pattern is displayed as a character line. Will be done. In particular, when the chance-up effect is executed by the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4, the variable display result is a big hit depending on the dialogue displayed on the image display device 5, and after the variable display is completed, the big hit game state is set. It is notified that it will be controlled.

If the chance-up effect is executed in pattern CU-3 or pattern CU-4 during the reach effect of Super Reach, a plurality of set value suggestion effects are performed after a specific period has passed since the chance-up effect was completed. Images of any or all of the characters are displayed. For example, when the set value suggestion effect is executed in patterns SS-1 to SS-4, images of different characters are displayed on the image display device 5. When the set value suggestion effect is executed in the pattern SS-5 (when the set value suggestion effect is executed in the effect mode for notifying that the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 6) In the image display device 5, all the characters that can be displayed on the image display device 5 are displayed when the set value suggestion effect is executed in the patterns SS-1 to SS-4. As a result, the player is made to pay attention to which character's image is displayed on the image display device 5 as the setting value suggestion effect, and the player is also made to pay attention to the number of images of the character displayed on the image display device 5. It is possible to improve the game entertainment. The ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the effect pattern for notifying that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state differs depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The chance-up effect is a chance by making it possible for the player to suggest the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by the ratio of executing the effect pattern informing the player that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. It is possible to improve the interest of the game by drawing the player's attention to the up-production. The set value suggestion effect can be executed after executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4, which is an effect pattern for notifying that the player is controlled to the jackpot game state during the reach effect of the super reach. Yes, the execution rate of the set value suggestion effect is set so that the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the higher the execution rate. Therefore, the set value suggestion effect is executed after the chance-up effect. It is possible to attract the attention of the player and improve the interest of the game.

The specific suggestion effect may be a chance-up effect executed in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4, or may be an advantageous state (big hit game) when the specific display result (variable display result is a big hit). In a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine) controlled by a state), if it is an effect of notifying that a specific display result is controlled to an advantageous state before being displayed (deriving display), the effect mode thereof is particularly high. Does not matter. The ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game state is controlled may be lower as the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is larger. The special suggestion effect may be the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 of the chance-up effect, and the predetermined effect may be a set value suggestion effect having a different effect mode from the chance-up effect, but the special suggestion effect and the predetermined effect are the same. It may be an effect of an effect mode, or a special suggestion effect and a predetermined effect may be executed as a series of effects. As the predetermined effect having a different effect mode from the special suggestion effect, for example, it may be applied to an effect that is not necessarily an effect of notifying that the game is controlled to a big hit game state, such as a reach effect of super reach. By making it possible to execute only the chance-up effect among the chance-up effect and the set value suggestion effect, it may be possible to suggest the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 only by the chance-up effect.

The chance-up effect is provided as an effect pattern for notifying that the two effect patterns of the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 are controlled to the jackpot game state, and the chance-up effect is provided by the pattern CU-3. The ratio of execution is 10%, which is common regardless of the set value set in pachinko game machine 1, while the ratio of chance-up effect executed in pattern CU-4 is set in pachinko game machine 1. It depends on the set value. Since the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is suggested by the ratio at which the chance-up effect is executed in the pattern CU-4, the chance-up effect is the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-. It is possible to improve the interest of the suggestion production by paying attention to the player depending on which of 4 is executed.

As the effect pattern of the chance-up effect, three or more effect patterns for notifying that the jackpot game state is controlled may be provided. Of the effect patterns that notify that the game is controlled to the jackpot game state, only the execution ratio of some of the effect patterns may be different depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, or all the effects. The execution rate of the pattern may be different depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. After executing the chance-up effect with one effect pattern (for example, pattern CU-3) that notifies that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state, the other effect that further notifies that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state. It may be feasible with a pattern (eg, pattern CU-4). In this case, the content to be notified to the player may differ depending on the number of times the chance-up effect is executed. For example, if the chance-up effect is executed only once in the pattern CU-3 during the variable display of 1, only the jackpot game state is notified, and the chance-up effect is the pattern CU- during the variable display of 1. When 3 and the pattern CU-4 are executed twice, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set within a predetermined range (for example, 4 to 4 to 4) in addition to the notification that the jackpot gaming state is controlled. It may be notified that it is in the range of 6). Whether or not the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 4 to 6 by executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 during the variable display of 1. Can draw the player's attention to. Further, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 4 to 6 depending on the number of times the chance-up effect is executed in the effect pattern for notifying that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state during the variable display of 1. It is possible to draw the player's attention to whether or not it is, and it is possible to improve the game interest. The special suggestion effect may be the chance-up effect to be executed first, and the special effect may be the chance-up effect to be executed later. When the chance-up effect is executed by the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 during the variable display of 1, the execution periods of both chance-up effects do not have to overlap, and the execution periods of both chance-up effects do not overlap. At least part of it may be duplicated. When the special suggestion effect and the special effect are executed within a specific period, the execution period of the special suggestion effect and the execution period of the special effect do not overlap, and the execution period of the special suggestion effect and the execution period of the special effect. Includes both at least some of the duplicates. When the chance-up effect is executed by the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4, both chance-up effects may be executed over a plurality of variable displays. When the special suggestion effect and the special effect are executed within a specific period, both chance-up effects are executed during one variable display, and both chance-up effects are executed over a plurality of variable displays. Includes both of them. When both chance-up effects are executed during the variable display of 1, a plurality of setting values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are suggested by the number of times the chance-up effects executed during the variable display of 1 are executed. When both chance-up effects are executed during the variable display, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be suggested by the number of times the chance-up effects are executed during the plurality of variable displays. .. The pattern CU-3 is notified that it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state, and the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is within a predetermined range (for example, 1, 2, or 6). That) is used as an effect pattern to notify, and the pattern CU-4 is notified that it is controlled to the jackpot game state, and the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is within a range different from that of the pattern CU-3. It may be an effect pattern for notifying that (for example, it is in the range of 4 to 6). In this example, the pattern CU-3 is notified that the set value is 1, 2, or 6, and the pattern CU-4 is notified that the set value is any of 4 to 6. It is determined that the value is 6. In this way, the chance-up effect is executed by the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 during the variable display of 1, so that the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be suggested more accurately. You may. When the chance-up effect is executed twice in pattern CU-3 or pattern CU-4 during the variable display of 1, whether or not the production periods of both chance-up effects overlap, and whether both chance-up effects are displayed. The set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be suggested according to the length or the like in which the production periods overlap.

Instead of pattern CU-3 and pattern CU-4, chance-up effects can be executed multiple times with pattern CU-2, which is an effect pattern with high expectation for big hits, and these chance-up effects are executed with pattern CU-2. The suggested content may differ depending on the number of times it has been performed. Specifically, the period from the start of the variable display to the reach, the period from the reach to the start of the reach effect of the super reach, and the variable display after the start of the reach effect of the super reach It is possible to execute the chance-up effect once for each period until the end (it is possible to execute the chance-up effect three times during one variable display), and if the chance-up effect is executed only once, a big hit is expected. It suggests that the degree is high, suggests that if the chance-up effect is executed twice, it will be controlled to the jackpot game state, and if the chance-up effect is executed three times, it is set to the pachinko gaming machine 1. It may be set to notify that the set value is in a predetermined range (for example, a range of 4 to 6). By doing so, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the number of times the chance-up effect is executed in the pattern CU-2, so that the game interest can be improved.

Regarding the case where the suggestion content is different depending on the number of executions of the pattern CU-2, for example, the variable display result is specified at the start of the variable display, and if the variable display result is a miss or a small hit, a chance-up effect is produced. Is determined to be executed only once in the pattern CU-2. On the other hand, when the variable display result is a big hit, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is further specified. If the set value is any of 1 to 5, the execution in the chance-up effect pattern CU-2 is determined once or twice, and if the set value is 6, the chance-up effect pattern CU is determined. The execution at -2 may be decided to be one to three times. When the content of the suggestion is different depending on the number of times the pattern CU-2 is executed, the number of times the pattern CU-2 is executed for the chance-up effect is first determined by lottery, and the variable display result or the pachinko game machine 1 is set. The number of executions may be redetermined according to the set value.

The ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the effect pattern notifying that the chance-up effect is controlled to the jackpot game state is, for example, the ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-3 and the rate of executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-4. It is the total of the ratio of the chance-up effect to the pattern CU-3 and the ratio of the chance-up effect to be executed by the pattern CU-4, while being set to the pachinko game machine 1. The ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-3 and the ratio of executing the chance-up effect in the pattern CU-4 may be different depending on the set value. In this case, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to the player according to the execution ratio of the pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4, which are the effect patterns for notifying the player to be controlled to the jackpot gaming state. By suggesting this, you can improve the interest of the chance-up production. It may be possible to execute a setting value change suggestion effect indicating that the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. In particular, when the setting value change suggestion effect is executed on the next day or the like when the low setting value is suggested by the chance-up effect or the like in the pachinko game machine 1, the high setting value is set for the pachinko game machine 1 for the player. Since it can be expected that the player is playing, the player's game can be promoted. The effect period of the set value suggestion effect may be set longer than the effect period of the chance-up effect. By doing so, as proof that the pachinko game machine 1 in which the high setting value is set has played a game, the period during which the player takes an image of the setting value suggestion effect with a mobile terminal such as a smartphone can be set. Can be secured. Further, in the case where the player secures the period for shooting the image of the set value suggestion effect by setting the effect period of the set value suggestion effect longer than the effect period of the chance up effect, the chance is further increased. After the effect is executed in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4, the effect suggesting that the set value suggestion effect is executed can be executed, so that the player who recognizes the effect suggests the set value. The mobile terminal may be ready by the start of the production. The pattern CU-3 and the pattern CU-4 may be determined as the effect pattern of the chance-up effect only when the jackpot type that is most advantageous to the player is determined in the variable special figure.

The special suggestion effect may be an effect (so-called full rotation reach effect) in which the decorative pattern is variably displayed in a combination of big hits. When a pseudo-continuous effect that repeats the temporary stop and re-variable display of the decorative symbol can be executed, the temporary stop and re-variable display of the decorative symbol up to the maximum number of times may be used as the special suggestion effect. For variable display that has not been executed yet, when the hold display notice effect that announces the variable display result in the display mode of the hold memory display can be executed, the display in gold or rainbow color of the hold memory display is a special suggestion effect. May be. In addition, special suggestions are given for light emission in a mode of notifying the jackpot of the game effect lamp 9, sound output for notifying the jackpot from the speakers 8L and 8R, the operation of a specific movable body, or a combination of some or all of them. It may be used as a production. These multiple specials when full rotation reach and pseudo continuous production, hold memory display production, light emission of the game effect lamp 9, sound output from the speakers 8 and 8R, movement of the movable body, etc., which are special suggestion effects, can be executed. Different setting values may be suggested by combining the suggestion effects and changing the effect mode of the special suggestion effect to be executed later. For example, after it is notified that the temporary stop of the decorative symbol and the revariable display are executed up to the upper limit number of times (for example, 4 times) as a pseudo continuous effect and controlled to the jackpot game state, the full rotation reach effect is executed. , As this full rotation reach effect, if the variable display direction of the decorative symbol is from above to downward, it is notified that the set value is one of 1 to 3, and as this full rotation reach effect, the decorative symbol is variablely displayed. If the direction is from left to right, it notifies that the set value is any of 4 to 6, and as this full rotation reach effect, the variable display direction of the decorative pattern is an image display device seen from the player. It may be notified that the set value is 6 as long as it is directed from the back side to the front side of 5. Alternatively, after being notified that the game effect lamp 9 emits rainbow colors at the start of the variable display to control the jackpot game state, if the melody A is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the set value is 1 to 1. If the speaker 8L or 8R outputs the melody B, the speaker 8L or 8R notifies that the set value is any of 4 to 6, and the speaker 8L or 8R outputs the melody C. For example, it may be notified that the set value is 6. Alternatively, after it is notified that the hold memory display is displayed in rainbow colors and the variable display result corresponding to the hold memory display becomes a big hit (it is controlled to the big hit game state after the variable display ends), this big hit. By the end of the variable display, the movable body A operates to notify that the set value is one of 1 to 3, and the movable body B operates by the end of the variable display, which is a big hit. By notifying that the set value is any of 4 to 6, the set value is 6 by operating both the movable body A and the movable body B by the end of the variable display that becomes a big hit. May be notified.

When it is possible to suggest the setting value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in both the chance-up effect and the setting value suggestion effect, the setting value suggested in the chance-up effect and the setting value suggested in the setting value suggestion effect are individually indicated. If it is determined to be, it is conceivable that the contents of both suggestions do not match depending on the mode of the chance-up effect and the set value suggestion effect. Therefore, for example, when the execution in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4 is not decided and the set value is not suggested in the chance-up effect, the set value may be suggested only by the set value suggestion effect. Often, the set value may be suggested in the chance-up effect, such as determining the execution in the pattern CU-3 or the pattern CU-4 only when the non-execution of the set value suggestion effect is determined. Whether or not a clerk at a game hall suggests a set value as a chance-up effect by using the effect adjustment function provided in the pachinko game machine 1, and the ratio of execution / non-execution of the set value suggestion effect can be changed. May be good.

In addition to the chance-up effect, the jackpot expectation may be suggested by an arbitrary effect such as a pseudo-continuous effect or a look-ahead advance notice effect, and a suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be made. If it is possible to make a suggestion about the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 after making a suggestion about the control of the jackpot gaming state during the execution of the variable display, the feature unit 66AK can be applied to any of the effects. can. For example, when executing an arbitrary effect, after giving a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state, the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is continuously performed, and the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is continuously performed. It suffices as long as it includes the case of giving a suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Alternatively, when performing an arbitrary effect, after making a suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state, the suggestion ends, and when the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state is continuously performed, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set. It may include the case of making a suggestion about a value.

The suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not limited to the suggestion of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and may suggest, for example, whether or not the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. .. For example, the plurality of setting suggestion patterns may include patterns having different determination ratios depending on whether or not the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. Alternatively, the outer frame display pattern may include a pattern in which the determination ratio differs depending on whether or not the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. When the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed, the suggestion is made by the effect mode of the pattern determined at a high rate so that the player can recognize that the set value has been changed. Can be diversified to improve the enjoyment of pachinko.

Part or all of the specific period, or part or all after the specific timing in the specific period may be included in the period after the end of the variable display. For example, while the variable display is being executed, the suggestion regarding the control of the jackpot gaming state may be given, while the suggestion regarding the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not be given. After that, when the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit", the pachinko gaming machine is accompanied by the execution of the big hit start effect (fanfare effect) and the big hit medium effect (effect corresponding to the first round and the second round, etc.). You may make a suggestion about the setting value of 1. In some cases, the setting value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be suggested without suggesting the control of the jackpot gaming state.

Instead of some or all of the suggestions for controlling the jackpot gaming state, or together with some or all of the suggestions for controlling the jackpot gaming state, make suggestions for controlling a state that is different from the jackpot gaming state and is advantageous to the player. It may be a thing. For example, it may be a suggestion regarding a probability variation state that is controlled after the end of the jackpot gaming state. In addition, as an advantageous state, a state in which an arbitrary game value advantageous to the player is given may be suggested according to whether or not it is controlled.

The various restrictions may be any range or limitation as long as they do not deviate from the achievement purpose, the problem to be solved, or other purposes of the present invention. The range of the limitation may be a condition that makes the presence / absence, the ratio, and other quantities different for the execution of processing, control, and operation, and the limit of the limitation is the presence / absence, ratio, and other quantity for the execution of processing, control, and operation. The content may be different (for example, when stopping, reducing, reducing, etc.).

(Explanation of problem-solving means and effects of feature unit 66AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player, and has a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player, for example, 1 to 6. For example, a setting means such as the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the setting value change process in step S6A and a suggestion effect can be executed over a specific period, for example. An effect executing means such as an image display device 5 and an effect control CPU 120 is provided, and the effect executing means is provided with, for example, a decorative symbol as a reach symbol until a specific timing in a specific period, as shown in FIG. 8-12. After making suggestions regarding the control of the advantageous state, as an effect that can be executed after a specific timing, for example, when the reach symbol becomes a decorative symbol corresponding to a number other than 7, the suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state is continued. The first suggestion effect to be performed and the second suggestion effect to continuously perform the suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state and the suggestion regarding the setting of the setting means, for example, when the reach symbol becomes the decorative symbol corresponding to the number 7. Of these, one of the suggestive effects can be executed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by making it possible to execute either the first suggestion effect or the second suggestion effect after a specific timing.

Alternatively, as a plurality of setting values that are advantageous to the player, for example, a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot gaming state, and have different advantages for the player, for example, 1. It is possible to execute a suggestion effect over a specific period with a setting means such as the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the setting value changing process in step S6A, which can be set to any of the setting values such as ~ 6. For example, an effect executing means such as an image display device 5 and an effect control CPU 120 is provided, and the effect executing means suggests control of an advantageous state up to a specific timing in a specific period, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-13. After that, it can be executed after a specific timing, for example, when the number of steps of the step-up notice is less than 5, the first suggestion effect for ending the suggestion, and for example, when the number of steps of the step-up notice is 5. As the effect, one of the second suggestion effects, in which the suggestion regarding the control of the advantageous state is continuously performed and the suggestion regarding the setting of the setting means is performed, can be executed. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by making it possible to execute either the first suggestion effect that suggests up to a specific timing and ends, or the second suggestion effect that suggests after a specific timing. Can be done.

The specific period may be included in at least the execution period of the variable display in which the reach effect can be executed, such as the period after the timing T2. In such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the production and improve the game entertainment.

The reach mode of the variable display includes a plurality of types of reach modes having different ratios controlled in an advantageous state, such as a reach symbol with a decorative symbol corresponding to the numbers 1 to 7, and the variable display is the reach of the effect executing means. After becoming the aspect, the reach mode may be changed to a specific mode, for example, the symbol display color may be copper, silver, or gold. In such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the production and improve the game entertainment.

The effect executing means may be capable of executing different forms of effect depending on the setting of the setting means, for example, the effect corresponding to the patterns RE-0 to RE-3 which are the setting suggestion patterns after the specific timing. .. In such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the production and improve the game entertainment.

The effect execution means changes the effect mode stepwise from one stage to a plurality of stages, for example, a step-up notice effect, and as the number of stages in which the effect mode is changed increases, the ratio of being controlled to an advantageous state increases. The suggestion effect may be feasible. In such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the production and improve the game entertainment.

In the plurality of stages, there are suggestions regarding the setting of the setting means, such as the advantageous state notification stage for notifying that the control is controlled to the advantageous state, such as the fourth step of the step-up notice effect, and the fifth step of the step-up advance notice effect, for example. The setting suggestion stage to be performed is included, and the effect execution means can change the effect mode to the setting suggestion stage after a specific timing after changing the effect mode to the advantageous state notification stage. As shown in 8-11, the setting suggestion stage may have a longer execution period than the advantageous state notification stage. In such a configuration, it is possible to raise the degree of attention to the production and improve the game entertainment.

(Explanation related to the association of feature parts)
The configuration relating to the feature portion 66AK may be appropriately combined with a part or all of the configurations relating to the other feature portions.

(Explanation of feature 115IW)
Next, the feature portion 115IW will be described. In this example, on the display screen of the image display device 5, a total hold storage display unit 115IW05 for identifiablely displaying the total hold storage number, which is the total of the first hold storage number and the second hold storage number, is provided. It is assumed that Further, in this example, it is assumed that the display screen of the image display device 5 is provided with an active display area 115IW04 capable of displaying an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed. Further, in this example, when a start winning prize is generated in the first starting winning opening or a starting winning prize is generated in the second starting winning opening, the winning order is memorized (see the reserved specific area described later), and the first is The variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol shall be executed in the order in which the 1 start winning opening and the 2nd starting winning opening are won.

(Configuration of pachinko machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 9-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature portion 115IW. In the feature unit 115IW, in addition to the main members shown in FIG. 1, a left decorative lamp 115IW01 is provided on the left side of the image display device 5, and a right decorative lamp 115IW02 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5. .. In this example, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 are composed of a light guide plate and an LED which is a light source for irradiating the light guide plate, and the LED is engraved on the light guide plate by irradiating the light guide plate. It is configured so that the picture of the character appears to emerge.

Further, the winning ball device 6A as the first starting winning opening is provided with a starting opening lamp 115IW03. The start port lamp 115IW03 is composed of, for example, a color LED or the like, and can be turned on in white or red.

(Board configuration)
FIG. 9-2 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 115IW. In this example, the lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the left decorative lamp 115IW01, the right decorative lamp 115IW02, and the start port lamp 115IW03 in addition to the game effect lamp 9, and the game is based on the lamp signal. The effect lamp 9, the left decorative lamp 115IW01, the right decorative lamp 115IW02, and the start port lamp 115IW03 are driven, and the game effect lamp 9, the left decorative lamp 115IW01, the right decorative lamp 115IW02, and the start port lamp are driven in the manner specified by the lamp signal. Turns on / off 115IW03. The other substrate configurations are the same as those shown in FIG.

(Starting prize judgment process)
FIG. 9-3 is a flowchart showing a start winning determination process (step S101) in the special symbol process process shown in FIG. In the start winning determination process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (step 115IWS1201). If the first start port switch 22A is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to step 115IWS1221. When the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the first hold storage for counting the first hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 115IWS1202). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the process proceeds to step 115IWS1221.

If the first hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increases the value of the first hold storage number counter by 1 (step 115IWS1203), and at the same time, the value of the total hold storage number counter for counting the total hold storage number. Is increased by 1 (step 115IWS1204). Further, in the hold storage specific information storage area (holding specific area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening, the CPU 103 is set to an area corresponding to the value of the total held storage number counter. , The data indicating "first" is set (step 115IWS1205).

In this example, when the first start port switch 22A is turned on (that is, when the game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening), the data indicating "first" is set and the second start is started. When the mouth switch 22B is turned on (that is, when the game ball starts and wins in the second start winning opening), the data indicating "second" is set. For example, the CPU 103 sets 01 (H) as data indicating "first" when the first start port switch 22A is turned on in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area), and sets 01 (H) as the data indicating "first". 2 When the start port switch 22B is turned on, 02 (H) is set as the data indicating “second”. In this case, if there is no corresponding hold storage, 00 (H) is set in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area). The reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the random number circuit 104 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the first hold storage buffer (step 115IWS1206). In the process of step 115IWS1206, a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the first special symbol. You may. For example, the game control microcomputer 100 may directly extract a value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random number 3) in the variation pattern setting process (step S111). good.

In the first hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first hold storage number is secured. Further, in the second hold storage buffer, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the second hold storage number is secured. In this example, in the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer, a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, and a variation pattern type The determination random number (random 2) and the fluctuation pattern determination random number (random 3) are stored. The first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer are formed in the RAM 102.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a winning effect process for determining in advance the variation display result and the variation pattern type when the variation based on the detected start winning is subsequently executed (step 115IWS1207). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning (step 115IWS1208), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1208). Step 115 IWS1209). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first start winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1210), and sets the value of the total hold storage number counter in the EXT data to produce the total hold storage number designation command. Control to transmit to the control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1211).

The symbol designation command and the variable category command are effect commands for designating the determination result of the winning determination (look-ahead determination). Of these, the symbol designation command is an effect control command that indicates whether or not a big hit is obtained, whether or not a small hit is obtained, and a judgment result of the type of big hit among the judgment results at the time of winning. In addition, the variation category command is an effect that indicates the determination result (determination result of the variation pattern type (variation category)) of which determination value the value of the random number for determination of the variation pattern type falls within the determination result at the time of winning. It is a control command.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (step 115IWS1221). If the second start port switch 22B is not in the ON state, the process ends as it is. When the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second hold storage number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second hold storage for counting the second hold storage number). (Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4) is confirmed (step 115IWS1222). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process is terminated as it is.

If the second hold storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 103 increases the value of the second hold storage number counter by 1 (step 115IWS1223), and at the same time, the value of the total hold storage number counter for counting the total hold storage number. Is increased by 1 (step 115IWS1224). Further, the CPU 103 sets the data indicating "second" in the area corresponding to the value of the total hold storage number counter in the hold storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (step 115IWS1225).

Next, the CPU 103 extracts values from the random number circuit 104 and the counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in the storage area in the second hold storage buffer (step 115IWS1226). In the process of step 115IWS1226, a random R (random number for jackpot determination) which is a hardware random number, a random number for jackpot type determination (random 1) which is a software random number, a random number for determining a variation pattern type (random 2), and a variation pattern The judgment random number (random number 3) is extracted and stored in the storage area. It should be noted that the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern (random 3) is not extracted in the start port switch passing process (at the time of starting winning) and stored in the storage area in advance, but is extracted at the start of fluctuation of the second special symbol. You may. For example, the game control microcomputer 100 may directly extract a value from the variation pattern determination random number counter for generating the variation pattern determination random number (random number 3) in the variation pattern setting process (step S111). good.

Next, the CPU 103 executes the winning effect processing (step step 115IWS1227). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the symbol designation command to the effect control CPU 120 based on the determination result of the effect processing at the time of winning (step 115IWS1228), and also controls to transmit the variable category command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1228). Step 115 IWS1229). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second start winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1230), and sets the value of the total hold storage number counter in the EXT data to produce the total hold storage number designation command. Control to transmit to the control CPU 120 (step 115IWS1231).

In this example, after a new start prize is generated, when the change display corresponding to the start prize is started, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically), the change pattern command (change of the decorative pattern) is started. The effect control command that specifies the pattern) and the display result specification command (the effect control command that specifies whether to make a big hit, whether to make a small hit, and the big hit type) are sent, and the total pending storage number subtraction is specified. A command (an effect control command that specifies that the total number of pending storages is subtracted by 1) is transmitted.

(Command analysis processing)
9-4 and 9-5 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S75). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 115IWS601). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception count counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step 115IWS602). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 115IWS603). The reason for +2 is that it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (effect control command for designating the variation pattern of the decorative symbol) (step 115IWS604), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received variation pattern command to the RAM 122. Store in the pattern command storage area (step 115IWS605). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 115IWS606).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (effect control command for specifying whether to make a big hit, whether to make a small hit, or to specify a big hit type) (step 115IWS607), the effect control CPU 120 The received display result designation command is stored in the display result designation command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 115IWS608).

If the received effect control command is a symbol confirmation command (effect control command that specifies that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed) (step 115IWS609), the effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation command reception flag (step 115IWS609). Step 115 IWS610).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (effect control command that specifies the start of a jackpot game) (step 115IWS611), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 115IWS612).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (effect control command that specifies the end of the jackpot game) (step 115IWS613), the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 115IWS614).

If the received effect control command is one of the symbol specification commands (step 115IWS615), the effect control CPU 120 first transmits the received symbol specification command to the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area of (step 115IWS616).

An area (storage areas 1 to 8) corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the total number of pending storages is secured in the command storage area at the time of starting winning. In this example, each storage area 1 to 8 of the start winning command storage area has a storage area so that a symbol designation command, a variable category command, a start winning designation command, and a total pending storage number designation command can be stored in association with each other. It is secured.

If the received effect control command is one of the variable category commands (step 115IWS617), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variable category command in each storage area 1 of the start winning command storage area formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command among ~ 8 is stored (step 115IWS618).

If the received effect control command is the first start prize designation command (step 115IWS619), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received first start prize designation command to each of the start prize command storage areas formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command and variable category command among the storage areas 1 to 8 are stored (step 115IWS620). Further, the effect control CPU 120 increments the hold display by 1 in the normal display mode (white in this example) in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05, and updates the total hold storage number display in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 (in this example, it is white). Step 115 IWS621).

If the received effect control command is the second start prize designation command (step 115IWS622), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received second start prize designation command to each of the start prize command storage areas formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol specification command and variable category command among the storage areas 1 to 8 are stored (step 115IWS623). Further, the effect control CPU 120 increments the hold display by 1 in the normal display mode (white in this example) in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05, and updates the total hold storage number display in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 (in this example, it is white). Step 115 IWS624).

The total hold storage display unit 115IW05 may be configured to identifiable whether it is a hold display based on the first hold storage or a hold display based on the second hold storage. For example, in step 115IWS621, by increasing the white hold display by 1, it is possible to identify that the hold display based on the first hold memory has increased by 1, and in step 115IWS624, the blue hold display is increased by 1. As a result, it may be possible to identify and display that the hold display based on the second hold memory has increased by 1.

If the received effect control command is a total hold storage number designation command (step 115IWS625), the effect control CPU 120 transmits the received total hold storage number designation command to each of the start winning command storage areas formed in the RAM 122. It is stored in the storage area in which the latest symbol designation command, variable category command, and start prize designation command among the storage areas 1 to 8 are stored (step 115IWS626). Further, the effect control CPU 120 stores the total hold storage number specified by the total hold storage number designation command in the total hold storage number storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 115IWS627).

If the received effect control command is a total hold storage number subtraction designation command (step 115IWS628), the effect control CPU 120 erases the first hold display in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05, and sets the remaining hold display to 1. By shifting one by one, the total pending storage number display in the total pending storage display unit 115IW05 is updated (step 115IWS629). Further, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the total reserved storage number stored in the total reserved storage number storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 115IWS630).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received effect control command or sets a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step 115IWS631). Then, the process proceeds to step 115IWS601.

(Read-ahead notice setting process)
9-6 and 9-7 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the read-ahead notice setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not a new command at the time of starting winning is received (step 115IWS301). Whether or not a new start winning command has been received can be determined by, for example, a new symbol designation command, a variable category command, or a start winning designation command (first start winning designation command, first) in the start winning command storage area. 2 It can be determined by confirming whether or not the start prize designation command) and the total hold storage number designation command are stored. If no new command for starting prize has been received, the process proceeds to step 115IWS317.

If a new command at the time of starting winning is received (Y in step 115IWS301), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the total pending storage number is 2 or more (step 115IWS302). Whether or not the total number of reserved storages is 2 or more can be determined, for example, by checking the total number of reserved storages stored in the total number of reserved storages storage area. If the total number of pending storages is not 2 or more, the process proceeds to step 115IWS317.

In this example, as will be described later, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes depending on the change display one before the change display of the notice target or the change display of the notice target. However, if the total number of pending memories at the time of starting prize is not at least two, the display mode of the pending display should be changed to the variable display one before the variable display to be announced. I can't. Therefore, in this example, by executing the process of step 115IWS302, the process shifts to the process of step 115IWS303 or later on the condition that the total number of reserved storages is 2 or more, and the look-ahead notice effect (first look-ahead notice effect). , 2nd look-ahead notice production) is configured to be executable. Therefore, in this example, the look-ahead notice effect may be executed when the variable display is being executed at the time of starting winning.

In addition, not limited to the mode shown in this example, for example, even if the total number of reserved storages at the time of starting winning is less than 2, the look-ahead notice effect may be configured to be executable.

If the total number of pending storages is 2 or more (Y in step 115IWS302), the effect control CPU 120 reads out the latest variable category command stored in the command storage area at the time of starting winning, and indicates whether or not there is a first look-ahead advance notice effect. As a table for determining the type, the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table corresponding to the read variable category command is selected (step 115IWS303).

In this example, based on the determination result of the winning determination (look-ahead determination), it is possible to execute the look-ahead notice effect that is executed before the variable display that is the determination target of the winning determination is started. In this example, as the look-ahead notice effect, two types of effects, a first look-ahead notice effect and a second look-ahead notice effect, can be executed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the selected first look-ahead notice effect determination table, and determines the presence / absence and type of the first look-ahead notice effect (step 115IWS304).

FIG. 9-8 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the first look-ahead notice effect determination table. Of these, FIG. 9-8 (1) shows a specific example of the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is out of reach. Further, FIG. 9-8 (2) shows a specific example of the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is out of the normal reach. Further, FIG. 9-8 (3) shows a specific example of the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is out of super reach. Further, FIG. 9-8 (4) shows a specific example of the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is a normal reach jackpot. Further, FIG. 9-8 (5) shows a specific example of the first look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is a super reach jackpot.

As shown in FIG. 9-8, judgment values are assigned to the first look-ahead notice effect determination table for the first look-ahead notice effect, the first look-ahead notice effect A, and the first look-ahead notice effect B, respectively. ing. In this example, the timing at which the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes differs between the first look-ahead notice effect A and the first look-ahead notice effect B. In this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect A is executed, one displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 when starting the change display one before the change display of the notice target. The display mode of the eye hold display (hold display for notice) changes to a special mode (red in this example). Further, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect B is executed, the display mode of the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 is a special mode (this) when the variable display of the notice target is started. In the example, it changes to red).

Further, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect (first look-ahead notice effect A, first look-ahead notice effect B) is executed, the white light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 starts at the timing when the start prize is generated. After that, the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 changes to red at the timing when the hold display or the active display to be notified changes to a special mode.

In this example, the first look-ahead notice effect refers to a portion of the effect of causing the start port lamp 115IW03 to emit white or red light in a narrow sense, and in a broad sense, an effect of causing the start port lamp 115IW03 to emit light of white or red. It is a concept that includes both a part and a part that changes the display mode of the hold display and the active display of the notice target.

Further, in this example, a case is shown in which the presence / absence of the first look-ahead notice effect and the change timing of the hold display and the active display of the notice target are collectively determined by one lottery process. Not limited to this, it may be configured to be individually determined by separate lottery processes.

As shown in FIG. 9-8 (1), in this example, when the variable display of the advance notice target is out of reach, both the first look-ahead notice effect A and the first look-ahead advance notice effect B are displayed. The first look-ahead notice effect can be executed when there is no allocation of determination values and at least the variation display of the notice target is normal reach or super reach. Not limited to such an aspect, even if the variable display of the advance notice target is out of reach, the first look-ahead advance notice effect may be configured to be executable at a low rate.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect is executed, the variable display of the notice target is a big hit as compared with the case where the first look-ahead notice effect is not executed. It is configured to have a high degree of expectation (reliability). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) that the first look-ahead notice effect is super-reach is compared with the case where the first look-ahead notice effect is not executed. Degree) is configured to be high.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect B is executed, the variable display of the advance notice target is compared with the case where the first look-ahead notice effect A is executed. It is configured so that the expectation (reliability) that becomes a big hit is high. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect B is executed, it is expected to be super reach as compared with the case where the first look-ahead notice effect A is executed. It is configured to have a high degree (reliability). Therefore, in this example, the degree of expectation that the display mode is changed to the special mode at the active display stage is a big hit or super reach as compared with the case where the display mode is changed to the special mode at the hold display stage ( It is configured to have high reliability). That is, it is configured so that the higher the expectation (reliability) of a big hit or super reach when the display mode is changed at a later timing.

In this example, it is active when the display mode of the first hold display is changed when the variable display one before the variable display of the notice target is started, and when the variable display of the notice target is started. Although the case where there are two change timings, that is, the case where the display mode of the display is changed and the case where the display mode is changed, the case is not limited to such a mode. For example, the display mode of the hold display of the notice target may be changed at the time of starting winning, or the display mode of the hold display may be changed by the change display two or three before the change display of the notice target. .. Further, for example, the display mode of the hold display or the active display may be changed during the variable display (for example, during high-speed fluctuation or when the reach is established), not when the variable display is started.

Further, in this example, the case where the first look-ahead notice effect is of two types, the first look-ahead notice effect A and the first look-ahead notice effect B, is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, as described above, the change timing of the display mode of the hold display is subdivided into one, two, or three before the variable display of the notice target, and three or more types of first look-ahead notices are given. The effect may be configured to be feasible.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the first look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS305). If it is decided not to execute the first look-ahead notice effect, the process proceeds to step 115IW317. When it is decided to execute the first look-ahead notice effect, the effect control CPU 120 associates the determined type of the first look-ahead notice effect with the reserved storage to be notified, and is formed in the RAM. 1 The look-ahead notice effect is stored in the effect storage area (step 115IWS306). Further, the effect control CPU 120 starts the control of causing the start port lamp 115IW03 to emit white light, and starts the first look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS307).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second look-ahead notice effect execution flag indicating that the second look-ahead notice effect is being executed is set (step 115IWS308). If the second look-ahead notice effect executing flag is set (that is, if the second look-ahead notice effect is being executed), the process proceeds to step 115IW317. If the second pre-reading notice effect execution flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the remaining time of the variation display during execution is equal to or longer than a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) (step 115IWS309). ). If the remaining time of the variable display during execution is less than the predetermined time, the process proceeds to step 115IW317.

If the remaining time of the variation display during execution is equal to or longer than a predetermined time (Y in step 115IWS309), the effect control CPU 120 reads the latest variation category command stored in the start winning command storage area, and reads the second look-ahead. As a table for determining the presence / absence and type of the advance notice effect, the second look-ahead advance notice effect determination table corresponding to the read variable category command is selected (step 115IWS310). Next, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the selected second look-ahead notice effect determination table, and determines the presence / absence and type of the second look-ahead notice effect (step 115IWS311).

FIG. 9-9 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the second look-ahead notice effect determination table. Of these, FIG. 9-9 (1) shows a specific example of the second look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is out of the normal reach. Further, FIG. 9-9 (2) shows a specific example of the second look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is out of super reach. Further, FIG. 9-9 (3) shows a specific example of the second look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is a normal reach jackpot. Further, FIG. 9-9 (4) shows a specific example of the second look-ahead advance notice effect determination table selected when the determination result of the variation category indicated by the variation category command is a super reach jackpot.

As shown in FIG. 9-9, in the second look-ahead notice effect determination table, there is no second look-ahead notice effect, the second look-ahead notice effect A, the second look-ahead notice effect B, and the second look-ahead notice effect C. , Each judgment value is assigned. In this example, the second look-ahead notice effect A is an effect in which the character effect is executed for a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) from the occurrence of the start winning prize, and when the predetermined time elapses, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 starts to emit light. be. Further, the second look-ahead notice effect B executes the character effect for a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) from the occurrence of the start winning prize, and when the predetermined time elapses, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 start emitting light. It is a production to do. Further, the second look-ahead notice effect C executes the character effect for a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) from the occurrence of the start winning prize, and when the predetermined time elapses, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 starts emitting light, and then, after that, the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 is started. This is an effect (so-called promotion type second look-ahead advance notice effect) in which the right decorative lamp 115IW02 also starts emitting light in addition to the left decorative lamp 115IW01 when the variable display immediately before the variable display to be notified is started.

In this example, when the promotion type second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the right decorative lamp 115IW02 also starts emitting light in addition to the left decorative lamp 115IW01 in the variable display one before the variable display of the notice target. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the right decorative lamp 115IW02 may be configured to start emitting light in addition to the left decorative lamp 115IW01 in the variable display two or three before the variable display to be notified, and various modes as promotion timing. Can be considered.

As shown in FIG. 9-9, in this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, it is expected that the variable display of the notice target will be a big hit as compared with the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is not executed. It is configured to have a high degree (reliability). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-9, in this example, when the second look-ahead advance notice effect is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) that becomes super reach is compared with the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is not executed. Degree) is configured to be high.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, in this example, the second look-ahead notice effect is more expected to be a big hit in the variable display of the notice target than the first look-ahead notice effect (reliability). Judgment values are assigned so that the degree) becomes high. Therefore, it can be said that the second look-ahead notice effect is a production with a higher expectation (reliability) that is a big hit than the first look-ahead notice effect.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect B is executed, the degree of expectation (reliability) that is a big hit than when the first look-ahead notice effect A is executed. Since the degree) is higher, the expectation (expectation) that becomes a big hit is higher when the display mode is changed at the active display stage than when the display mode is changed at the hold display stage. There is. Therefore, comparing FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect is better than the case where only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed. However, the rate at which the display mode changes at the stage of active display is high.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-9, in this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect B is executed, the variable display of the notice target is compared with the case where the second look-ahead notice effect A is executed. It is configured so that the expectation (reliability) that becomes a big hit is high. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-9, in this example, the determination value is assigned so that the second look-ahead notice effect C may be executed only when the super reach jackpot is achieved, and the second look-ahead notice is given. It is confirmed that if the production C is executed, it will be a big hit. Therefore, in this example, the expectation (reliability) that is the biggest hit when the second look-ahead notice effect C is executed is set to be high. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-9, in this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect B is executed, it is expected to be super reach as compared with the case where the second look-ahead notice effect A is executed. It is configured to have a high degree (reliability).

In this example, by executing the determination process of step 115IWS308, if the second look-ahead notice effect is already being executed, the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect is not determined in duplicate. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, a plurality of second look-ahead notice effects may be configured to be executable in parallel. Further, in this case, there is a possibility that the character effects may be executed in duplicate between the second pre-reading advance notice effects executed in parallel. For example, if the display colors are different between the character effects executed in duplicate. It may be configured so as to be able to distinguish which second look-ahead notice effect is to be executed.

Further, in this example, as described above, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the left decoration lamp 115IW01 and the right decoration are used after a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) has elapsed after the start winning prize is generated. The lamp 115IW02 starts to emit light. Therefore, by executing the determination process of step 115IWS309, the second look-ahead advance notice effect can be executed on condition that the remaining time of the variation display being executed at the time of starting winning is equal to or longer than a predetermined time. Not limited to such an aspect, the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect may be determined even if the remaining time of the variation display being executed at the time of the start winning is less than a predetermined time. In this case, for example, the character effect may be executed across the variable display after the start winning, and the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 may be started to emit light during the next variable display.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it has been decided to execute the second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS312). If it is decided not to execute the second look-ahead notice effect, the process proceeds to step 115IW317. When it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect, the effect control CPU 120 associates the determined type of the second look-ahead notice effect with the reserved storage to be notified, and is formed in the RAM. 2 The look-ahead notice effect is stored in the storage area (step 115IWS313).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start the character effect according to the determined type of the second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS314). In this case, when it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect A or the second look-ahead notice effect C, the image display device 5 displays an image of a character similar to the character appearing on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 at the time of light emission. Start character production. When it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect B, the image display device 5 displays images of a character that appears on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and a character that appears on the right decorative lamp 115IW02 at the time of light emission, respectively. Start the character production to be displayed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the second look-ahead advance notice effect execution flag (step 115IWS315). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) to the light emission time measurement timer for measuring the time until the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 start emitting light. Is set (step 115IWS316).

In step 115IWS317, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the light emission time measurement timer is 0 (step 115IWS317). If the value of the light emission time measurement timer is not 0, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the light emission time measurement timer (step 115IWS318), and whether or not the value of the light emission time measurement timer after the subtraction is 0. (Step 115 IWS 319).

If the value of the light emission time measurement timer after subtraction is 0 (Y in step 115IWS319), the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to end the character effect (step 115IWS320). Further, the effect control CPU 120 starts the control of emitting the decorative lamps 115IW01 and 02 according to the determined type of the second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS321). In this case, when it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect A or the second look-ahead notice effect C, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 is started to emit light. When it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect B, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 are started to emit light.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying an effect image according to the type of the determined second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS322). In this case, when it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect A or the second look-ahead notice effect C, the effect image is started to be displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5. When it is decided to execute the second look-ahead notice effect B, the effect images are started to be displayed at the left end and the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5, respectively. Therefore, in this example, the effect image displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5 is an effect indicating the position where the left decorative lamp 115IW01 is emitting light, and the display screen of the image display device 5 is displayed. The effect image displayed at the right end is an effect showing the position where the right decorative lamp 115IW02 is emitting light.

(Variable display start setting process)
9-10 and 9-11 are flowcharts showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variable pattern command from the variable pattern command storage area (step 115IWS8001). Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the decorative symbol display result (stop) according to the variation pattern command read in step 115IWS8001 and the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command). The symbol) is determined (step 115IWS8002). That is, by executing the process of step 115IWS8002 by the effect control CPU 120, the display result of the variable display of the identification information (stop of the decorative symbol) according to the variable display pattern (variable pattern) determined by the variable display pattern determining means. A display result determining means for determining a symbol) is realized. When the pseudo-ream is specified by the variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 120, in step 115IWS8002, has a chance pattern symbol (for example, "223" or "445") as a temporary stop symbol of the pseudo-ream. , A combination of a jackpot symbol that does not reach but one symbol is out of alignment) is also determined.

The effect control CPU 120 stores data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. In step 115IWS8002, the effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not it is a big hit based on the received variation pattern command, and determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based only on the variation pattern command. ..

In step 115IWS8002, if the received display result designation command specifies the probability variation jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols in which the three symbols are the same odd-numbered symbols as the stop symbols. Further, if the received display result designation command specifies a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols in which the three symbols are the same even-numbered symbols as the stop symbols. Further, if the received display result specification command suddenly specifies a probabilistic big hit or a small hit, the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of decorative symbols such as "135" as the stop symbol. Then, in the case of "off", a combination of decorative patterns other than the above is determined. However, when accompanied by a reach effect, a combination of decorative symbols in which the two left and right symbols are aligned is determined. Further, the combination of the three symbols derived and displayed on the image display device 5 is the "stop symbol" of the decorative symbol.

The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, a random number for determining the stop symbol, and uses the stop symbol determination table in which the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols and the numerical value are associated with each other to determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol. decide. That is, the stop symbol is determined by selecting the data indicating the combination of the decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

As for the decorative symbols, the stop symbol (a combination of symbols with the same symbol on the left, middle, and right) reminiscent of a jackpot is called a jackpot symbol. In addition, a stop symbol that reminds us of an outlier is called an outlier symbol. In addition, a symbol that reminds us of a probable jackpot (in this example, an odd numbered symbol) is called a probabilistic symbol, and a symbol that reminds us of a normal jackpot (in this example, an even numbered symbol) is a non-probable symbol. That is.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the active display in the active display area 115IW04 in the same display mode as the first hold display displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05. (Step 115 IWS8003). In this case, when the first hold display of the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is displayed in the normal display mode (white in this example), it is active in the normal display mode (white in this example). Display the display. When the first hold display is displayed in a special mode (red in this example), the active display is displayed in a normal display mode special mode (red in this example).

To be precise, after receiving the fluctuation pattern command and the display result specification command and starting the display of the active display in step 115IWS8003, the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is based on the reception of the total hold storage number subtraction specification command. The first hold display in the above is deleted, and the remaining hold display is shifted and displayed (see step 115IWS629). Therefore, from the player's point of view, it seems that the first hold display of the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is instantaneously shifted to the active display area 115IW04.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current fluctuation start is the change timing of the display mode of the hold display or the active display (step 115IWS8004). Whether or not the display mode of the hold display or the active display is changed is determined by, for example, when the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is determined in the look-ahead notice setting process, the total number of hold storages at that time is determined. It may be set in a counter, and the value of the counter may be subtracted by 1 at the start of fluctuation. Then, when the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect A is decided, if the value of the counter is 1 (that is, at the start of the fluctuation display immediately before the fluctuation display of the notice target). , It may be determined that it is the change timing of the hold display to be notified. Further, when the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect B is decided, if the value of the counter is 0 (that is, at the start of the variable display of the notice target), the active display of the notice target is displayed. It may be determined that it is the change timing.

If it is the timing to change the display mode of the hold display or the active display (Y in step 115IWS8004), the effect control CPU 120 controls to change the display mode of the hold display or the active display to be notified to a special mode (Y in step 115IWS8004). Step 115 IWS8005). In this case, if it is decided to execute the first look-ahead notice effect A, the first hold display on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is changed from the normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (this example). Then, change it to red). If it is decided to execute the first look-ahead notice effect B, the active display in the active display area 115IW04 is changed from a normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (red in this example). .. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to change the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 from white to red (step 115IWS8006).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the execution timing of the character effect (step 115IWS8007). In this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the character effect is executed for a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) from the start winning prize, but even after that, one more than the variable display of the advance notice target. The character effect is repeatedly executed at each start of fluctuation until the previous fluctuation display. In step 115IWS8007, for example, when the second pre-reading advance notice effect executing flag is set and the variation display up to one before the variation display of the advance notice target is started, the character effect is executed. Judge that it is timing.

Unless it is the execution timing of the character effect (N in step 115IWS8007), the effect control CPU 120 is a sound effect corresponding to a change in the display mode of the hold display or the active display at a normal volume from the speakers 8L and 8R. ) Is output (step 115IWS8008). If it is the execution timing of the character effect (Y in step 115IWS8007), the effect control CPU 120 controls to output a changing sound at a low volume from the speakers 8L and 8R (step 115IWS8009). By performing such control, in this example, when the character effect is executed, the effect sound corresponding to the character effect is output, but by outputting the changing sound at a low volume, the effect sound is output. It prevents the situation where the production sound according to the character production and the changing sound overlap and become annoying.

In addition, not limited to the mode shown in this example, when it is the execution timing of the character effect, for example, it may be configured so that the changing sound is not output at all.

When the change timing of the display mode of the hold display or the active display has not been reached (N in step 115IWS8004), or when the change sound is output (see steps 115IWS8008 and S8009), the effect control CPU 120 determines the character effect. It is confirmed whether or not it is the execution timing (step 115IWS8010). In this case, for example, when the second look-ahead notice effect execution flag is set and the fluctuation display up to one before the change display of the notice target is started, the execution timing of the character effect is started. Is determined to be.

In this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the character effect is repeatedly executed at each change start time up to the change display one before the change display of the notice target, and the change display of the notice target is started. Occasionally, the case where the character effect is not executed is shown, but it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, the character effect may be executed even at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target. Further, for example, at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target, another advance notice effect may be executed instead of the character effect.

If it is the execution timing of the character effect (Y in step 115IWS8010), the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start the character effect according to the type of the second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS8011). In this case, when the second look-ahead notice effect A is being executed, the image display device 5 starts a character effect that displays an image of a character similar to the character that appears on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 when the light is emitted. Further, when the second look-ahead notice effect B is being executed, the image display device 5 displays an image of a character appearing on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and an image of a character similar to the character appearing on the right decorative lamp 115IW02 at the time of light emission, respectively. Start the character production to be displayed. Further, when the second look-ahead notice effect C is being executed and the variable display two or more before the notice target is executed, the character that appears on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 when the image display device 5 emits light. The character effect that displays the image of the character similar to the above is started. In addition, when the second look-ahead notice effect C is being executed and the variation display immediately before the notice target is executed (that is, when the promotion timing is reached), the image display device 5 displays the light at the time of light emission. A character effect is started in which images of a character appearing on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and a character similar to the character appearing on the right decorative lamp 115IW02 are displayed.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the promotion timing of the second look-ahead advance notice effect (step 115IWS8012). For example, if the second look-ahead notice effect C is being executed and the variation display immediately before the notice target is being executed, it is determined that the promotion timing of the second look-ahead notice effect is set. If it is the promotion timing of the second look-ahead notice effect, the effect control CPU 120 starts the control to make the right decorative lamp 115IW02 emit light (step 115IWS8013). Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to start displaying the effect image at the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 (step 115IWS8014).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second look-ahead advance notice effect execution flag is set (step 115IWS8015). If the second look-ahead notice effect execution flag is set (that is, if the second look-ahead notice effect is being executed), is the effect control CPU 120 a variable display to be announced this time? It is confirmed whether or not (step 115IWS8016). Whether or not the display is variable for the advance notice is determined by, for example, when the execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect is determined in the pre-reading advance notice setting process, the total number of pending storages at that time is set in the counter, and when the change starts. It can be determined by subtracting the value of the counter by 1 and confirming whether or not the value of the counter after the subtraction is 0.

If it is a variation display subject to advance notice (Y in step 115IWS8016), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation display started this time includes super reach (step 115IWS8017). It should be noted that whether or not the variation display includes super reach can be determined, for example, by confirming whether or not the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern command read in step 115IWS8001 includes super reach.

Unless it is a variable display including super reach (N in step 115IWS8017), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 (step 115IWS8018), and performs the second look-ahead notice effect. finish. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to erase the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 (step 115IWS8019). Further, the effect control CPU 120 resets the second look-ahead advance notice effect execution flag (step 115IWS8020).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the fluctuation pattern (step 115IWS8021). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 115IWS8022).

The process table is a table in which process data to be referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (effect component) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of a collection of a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data and the like indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Specifically, data related to the change of the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. Further, in the process timer set value, the fluctuation time in the mode of the fluctuation is set. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table and controls the display control to display the decorative symbol in the variation mode set in the display control execution data only for the time set in the process timer set value. The process table is stored in the ROM 121. In addition, the process table is prepared according to each fluctuation pattern.

In the process table used when executing the effect control for the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect, the left symbol is stopped and displayed when a predetermined time elapses from the start of the fluctuation, and the right symbol is stopped when the predetermined time elapses. Process data indicating that it is to be displayed is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbol to be stopped and displayed in the process table, the image for displaying the symbol is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbol, the pseudo-ream, and the temporary stop symbol in the sliding effect. You may.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 serves as an effect device (image display device 5 as an effect component, as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Control of the game effect lamp 9 and the speakers 8L, 8R as production parts) is executed (step 115IWS8023). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (phone number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In this example, the effect control CPU 120 controls so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed by the variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern command on a one-to-one basis, but the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the variation pattern command. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time specified by the fluctuation pattern command in the fluctuation time timer (step 115IWS8024). Next, the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the first storage area (storage area 1) of the start winning command storage area, and the start winning commands (symbol designation command, variable category command, start winning designation command, and start winning prize designation command). The total hold storage number designation command) is deleted, and the contents of the command storage area at the time of starting winning are shifted (step 115IWS8025).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step S172) (step 115IWS8026).

(Variable display during production processing)
FIG. 9-12 is a flowchart showing the effect processing during variable display (step S172) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 115IWS841) and 1 subtracts the variable time timer value (step 115IWS842). When the process timer times out (step 115IWS843), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 115IWS844). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step 115IWS845).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second look-ahead advance notice effect execution flag is set (step 115IWS846). If the second look-ahead notice effect execution flag is set (that is, if the second look-ahead notice effect is being executed), is the effect control CPU 120 the variable display to be announced this time? Confirm whether or not (step 115IWS847). Whether or not the display is variable for the advance notice is determined by, for example, when the execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect is determined in the pre-reading advance notice setting process, the total number of pending storages at that time is set in the counter, and when the change starts. It can be determined by subtracting the value of the counter by 1 and confirming whether or not the value of the counter after the subtraction is 0.

If it is a variation display subject to advance notice (Y in step 115IWS847), since it is a variation display including super reach, the process of ending the second look-ahead advance notice effect is not executed at the start of the variation (see steps 115IWS8017 to S8020). This is a case where the second look-ahead notice effect is continuously executed even during the change of the notice target. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the start timing of the super reach (step 115IWS848). Whether or not it is the start timing of the super reach can be determined, for example, by checking the value of the variable time timer (see step 115IWS8024) set in the variable display start setting process.

If it is the start timing of the super reach (Y of step 115IWS848), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 (step 115IWS849), and the second look-ahead notice effect. To finish. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to erase the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 (step 115IWS850). Further, the effect control CPU 120 resets the second look-ahead advance notice effect execution flag (step 115IWS851).

In the feature unit 115IW, when the second look-ahead advance notice effect is executed by executing the processes of steps 115IWS8015 to S8020 of the variable display start setting process and the processes of steps 115IWS846 to S851 of the effect process during variable display. , If the super reach is not executed in the variation display of the advance notice target, the second look-ahead advance notice effect is ended at the start of the change, and if the super reach is executed, the second look-ahead advance notice effect is ended at the start timing of the super reach. do.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the end timing of the character effect when the character effect is started in step 115IWS8011 of the variable display start setting process (step 115IWS852). Whether or not the end timing of the character effect is reached is determined by, for example, the time from the start of the variable display based on the value of the variable time timer (see step 115IWS8024) set in the variable display start setting process. It can be determined by confirming whether or not the time (2 seconds in this example) has been reached. If it is the end timing of the character effect, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to end the character effect (step 115IWS853).

Then, if the fluctuation time timer has timed out (step 115IWS854), the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 115IWS855).

(Waiting processing per special figure)
FIG. 9-13 is a flowchart showing a special figure hit waiting process (step S173) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the special figure hit waiting process, first, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to erase the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 (step 115IWS8301). Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation display ending this time is the variation display of the advance notice target when the look-ahead advance notice effect is executed (step 115IWS8302). Whether or not the variable display is the target of the advance notice is determined by, for example, when the execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect is determined in the pre-reading advance notice setting process, the total number of reserved storages at that time is set in the counter, and when the change starts. It can be determined by subtracting the value of the counter by 1 and confirming whether or not the value of the counter after the subtraction is 0.

If the variation display of the advance notice target is to be terminated (Y in step 115IWS8302), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 (step 115IWS8303), and ends the first look-ahead advance notice effect. ..

Step 115 By executing the processing of IWS8302 and S8303, in this example, when the pre-reading advance notice effect is executed, the advance notice is uniformly given regardless of the presence or absence of the second pre-reading advance notice effect and the type of the second pre-reading advance notice effect. At the end of the variable display of the target, the first look-ahead notice effect ends.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the stop symbol display flag indicating that the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is being displayed is set (step 115IWS8304). If the stop symbol display flag is set, the process proceeds to step 115IWS8308. When the jackpot symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the feature portion 115IW, the stop symbol display flag is set in step 115IWS8307. Then, the stop symbol display flag is reset when the jackpot effect is executed. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag is set means that the jackpot symbol has been stopped and displayed, but the effect during the jackpot has not yet been executed. Therefore, the process of displaying the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in step 115IWS8305 is executed. Without doing so, the process proceeds to step 115IWS8308.

When the stop symbol display flag is not set, the effect control CPU 120 controls to stop and display the determined stop symbol (missing symbol, jackpot symbol) (step 115IWS8305).

Next, when the jackpot symbol is not displayed in the process of step 115IWS8305 (that is, when the missed symbol is displayed) (N in step 115IWS8306), the effect control CPU 120 shifts to step 115IWS8314.

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the process of step 115IWS8305 (Y in step 115IWS8306), the effect control CPU 120 sets the stop symbol display flag (step 115IWS8307), and whether or not the jackpot start designation command is received (step 115IWS8307). For example, it is confirmed (whether or not the jackpot start designation command reception flag is set) (step 115IWS8308). If the jackpot start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the stop symbol display flag (step 115IWS8309). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 also resets the set jackpot start designation command reception flag.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the effect during the big hit (step 115IWS8310). Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 115IWS8311), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, game effect lamp 9 as the effect component, and speakers 8L, 8R as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 115IWS8312).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect process during the big hit (step 115IWS8313), and ends the special figure hit wait process.

When it is determined not to be a big hit (N in step 115IWS8306), the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start wait process (step 115IWS8314). The waiting process for hitting the special figure is terminated.

(Production example)
Next, the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect will be described. 9-14 and 9-15 are explanatory views for explaining specific examples of the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect. Of these, FIG. 9-14 shows, as an example, a variation display in which the variation display of the advance notice target is out of the normal reach, and the specific effect mode when the first look-ahead advance notice effect A and the second look-ahead advance notice effect A are executed. An example is shown. Further, FIG. 9-15 shows, as an example, a variation display in which the variation display of the advance notice target is a super reach jackpot, and the specific effect mode when the first look-ahead advance notice effect A and the second look-ahead advance notice effect B are executed. An example is shown. In FIGS. 9-14 and 9-15, the display screens transition in the order of (1), (2), (3), and so on.

First, with reference to FIGS. 9-14, a specific example of an effect mode in which the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect A are executed is a variable display in which the change display of the advance notice target is out of the normal reach. explain. In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (1), the active display area 115IW04 is provided at the lower left end of the image display device 5, and the active display is displayed. Further, it is assumed that the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is provided on the right side of the active display area 115IW04. In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (1), the image display device 5 is on the left in a state where two hold displays are displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 (a state in which there are two hold memories). It is assumed that the variable display of the decorative pattern on the middle right is executed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (1), it is assumed that a new start winning is generated in the winning ball device 6A as the first starting winning opening. In this case, the number of hold displays displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 increases from two to three based on the increase of one hold memory. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect A is decided and the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect A is decided at the time of the start winning. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (2), the white light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is started, the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is started (see step 115IWS307), and the character effect is produced in the image display device 5. Is started (see step 115IWS314). In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (2), a character effect of displaying an image of a character similar to the character appearing on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 at the time of light emission is started. Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (2), the variable display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the image display device 5 during the execution of the character effect.

Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) elapses, the character effect is ended, and as shown in FIG. 9-14 (3), the left decorative lamp 115IW01 is started to emit light (see step 115IWS321). The display of the effect image 115IW06 is started at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5 (see step 115IWS322).

Further, a character effect for displaying the same character image as in FIG. 9-14 (2) is executed every time the fluctuation starts up to the fluctuation display one before the fluctuation display to be announced (see step 115IWS8011). Therefore, in this example, the character effect of displaying the same character image is repeatedly executed up to the variation display one before the variation display of the advance notice target. However, in this example, the character effect that displays the same character image is executed at the start of each change, but the character effect is executed by displaying an image in which the character's pose, action, clothes, etc. are different for each change. It shall be done.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (3), the total hold storage is stored based on the change timing of the display mode of the hold display at the start of the change display immediately before the change display of the notice target. The first hold display on the display unit 115IW05 changes from a normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (red in this example) (see step 115IWS8005). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (3), the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 changes from white to red (see step 115IWS8006).

Next, at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (4), the hold display of the first special mode in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is moved and displayed, and in the active display area 115IW04. An active display of a special aspect (red in this example) is displayed (see step 115IWS8003). Further, since the variable display does not include the super reach, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (4), the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 ends at the start of the fluctuation, and the second look-ahead notice effect ends (step 115IWS8018). (See), the effect image 115IW06 displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5 is erased (see step 115IWS8019). However, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (4), the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (5), in the image display device 5, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed with the same symbol (symbol "2" in this example), and the image display device 5 is in a reach state. As shown in (6), the combination of the decorative symbols on the left, middle, and right is temporarily stopped and displayed as the out-of-reach symbol (in this example, the combination of the symbols of "232"). During this period, as shown in FIGS. 9-14 (5) and 9-14, the start port lamp 115IW03 continues to emit light and the first look-ahead notice effect continues until the variable display of the decorative symbol ends. NS.

Then, when the fluctuation time is completed, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (7), the decorative symbols on the left, middle, and right are confirmed and displayed as the out-of-reach symbols (in this example, the combination of the symbols of "232"). The light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 ends, and the first look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS8303). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-14 (7), the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 is also erased (see step 115IWS8301).

Next, using FIGS. 9-15, the variation display of the advance notice target is the variation display in which the super reach jackpot is obtained, and the specific effect mode when the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect B are executed. An example will be described. In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (1), the active display area 115IW04 is provided at the lower left end of the image display device 5, and the active display is displayed. Further, it is assumed that the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is provided on the right side of the active display area 115IW04. In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (1), the image display device 5 is on the left in a state where two hold displays are displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 (a state in which there are two hold memories). It is assumed that the variable display of the decorative pattern on the middle right is executed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (1), it is assumed that a new start winning is generated in the winning ball device 6A as the first starting winning opening. In this case, the number of hold displays displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 increases from two to three based on the increase of one hold memory. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect A is decided and the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect B is decided at the time of the start winning. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (2), the white light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is started, the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is started (see step 115IWS307), and the character effect is produced in the image display device 5. Is started (see step 115IWS314). In this example, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (2), there is a character effect that displays images of a character that appears on the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and a character that is similar to the character that appears on the right decorative lamp 115IW02 when emitting light. To be started. Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (2), the variable display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the image display device 5 during the execution of the character effect.

Then, when a predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) elapses, the character effect is ended, and as shown in FIG. 9-15 (3), the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 are started to emit light (step). (See 115IWS321), the effect image 115IW06 is started to be displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the effect image 115IW07 is started to be displayed at the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 (see step 115IWS322).

Further, a character effect for displaying the same character image as in FIG. 9-15 (2) is executed every time the fluctuation starts up to the fluctuation display one before the fluctuation display to be announced (see step 115IWS8011). Therefore, in this example, the character effect of displaying the same character image is repeatedly executed up to the variation display one before the variation display of the advance notice target. However, in this example, the character effect that displays the same character image is executed at the start of each change, but the character effect is executed by displaying an image in which the character's pose, action, clothes, etc. are different for each change. It shall be done.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (3), the total hold storage is stored based on the change timing of the display mode of the hold display at the start of the change display immediately before the change display of the notice target. The first hold display on the display unit 115IW05 changes from a normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (red in this example) (see step 115IWS8005). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (3), the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 changes from white to red (see step 115IWS8006).

Next, at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (4), the hold display of the first special mode in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is moved and displayed, and in the active display area 115IW04. An active display of a special aspect (red in this example) is displayed (see step 115IWS8003). In this example, since it is a variable display including super reach, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (4), the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 continue to emit light, and the second look-ahead notice effect is Will be continued. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (4), the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (4), the display of the effect image 115IW06,07 is also continued.

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (5), in the image display device 5, the left and right decorative symbols are stopped and displayed with the same symbol (symbol "7" in this example), and the image display device 5 is in the reach state. During this period, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (5), the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 continue to emit light, and the second look-ahead notice effect is continued. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (5), the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued. Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (5), the display of the effect image 115IW06,07 is also continued.

Next, when it is time to develop into super reach, super reach is started in the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 9-15 (6). In this example, as shown in FIGS. 9-15 (6), the variable display of the decorative symbol is reduced and displayed at the upper right end of the image display device 5 during the execution of the super reach. When it develops into super reach, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (6), the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 ends at the start of the fluctuation, and the second look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS849). , The effect images 115IW06,07 displayed on the left end and the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 are erased (see step 115IWS850). However, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (6), the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued.

Then, when the fluctuation time is completed, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (7), the decorative symbols on the left, middle, and right are confirmed and displayed as jackpot symbols (in this example, a combination of symbols of "777"), and the start is started. The light emission of the mouth lamp 115IW03 ends, and the first look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS8303). Further, as shown in FIG. 9-15 (7), the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 is also erased (see step 115IWS8301).

(Execution timing of production)
Next, the execution timings of the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect will be described. 9-16 and 9-17 are time charts for explaining the execution timings of the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect. Of these, FIG. 9-16 shows, as an example, the execution timing when the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect A are executed, which is a variation display in which the change display of the advance notice target is out of the normal reach. It corresponds to the production mode shown in FIGS. 9-14. Further, FIG. 9-17 shows, as an example, the execution timing when the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect B are executed, which is a change display in which the change display of the advance notice target is a super reach jackpot. It corresponds to the production mode shown in FIGS. 9-15.

First, with reference to FIGS. 9-16, the execution timing when the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect A are executed when the change display of the advance notice target is a variation display that is out of the normal reach will be described. As shown in FIGS. 9-16, when a new start prize is generated during the variable display of the decorative symbol at the timing T11, the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 displays the hold display in the normal display mode (white in this example). Increased by one. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect A is decided and the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect A is decided at the time of the start winning. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-16, at the timing T11, the white light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is started, the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is started (see step 115IWS307), and the character is displayed in the image display device 5. Execution of the effect is started (see step 115IWS314).

Then, as shown in FIG. 9-16, when the predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) elapses and the timing T12 is reached, the character production is terminated and the left decorative lamp 115IW01 is started to emit light (see step 115IWS321). .. In this case, the effect image 115IW06 is also started to be displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5 (see step 115IWS322).

Next, when the variation display is finished and the next variation display is started at the timing T13, the character effect is executed at the start of the variation (see step 115IWS8011). Further, when the variation display is finished and the next variation display is started at the timing T14, the character effect is executed at the start of the variation (see step 115IWS8011). As described above, in this example, the character effect of displaying the same character image is repeatedly executed up to the variable display immediately before the variable display of the advance notice target.

Further, at the timing T14, since it is the start of the variation display one before the variation display of the advance notice target, it is shown in FIG. 9-16 based on the change timing of the display mode of the hold display. In addition, the first hold display (hold display for advance notice) in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 changes from a normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (red in this example) (step 115IWS8005). reference). Further, at the timing T14, the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 changes from white to red (see step 115IWS8006).

Next, at the timing T15, at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target, as shown in FIG. 9-16, the hold display of the first special mode in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is moved and displayed, and the active display area 115IW04 In, an active display of a special aspect (red in this example) is displayed (see step 115IWS8003). Further, since the variable display does not include the super reach, at the timing T15, as shown in FIG. 9-16, the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 ends at the start of the fluctuation, and the second look-ahead notice effect ends (step). 115IWS8018). In this case, the effect image 115IW06 displayed on the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5 is also erased (see step 115IWS8019). However, at the timing T15, the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued.

As shown in FIG. 9-16, in this example, the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 are performed in parallel during the period from timing T12 to timing 15, and the first look-ahead notice effect is produced. And the second look-ahead notice production is a production that can be executed in parallel.

Then, when the fluctuation time ends at the timing T16, as shown in FIG. 9-16, the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 ends and the first look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS8303). Further, at the timing T16, the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 is also deleted (see step 115IWS8301).

Next, using FIG. 9-17, the variation display of the advance notice target is the variation display in which the super reach jackpot is obtained, and the specific effect mode when the first look-ahead notice effect A and the second look-ahead notice effect B are executed. An example will be described. As shown in FIG. 9-17, when a new start prize is generated during the variable display of the decorative symbol at the timing T21, the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 displays the hold display in the normal display mode (white in this example). Increased by one. Further, in this example, it is assumed that the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect A is decided and the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect B is decided at the time of the start winning. Then, as shown in FIG. 9-17, at the timing T21, the white light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is started, the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is started (see step 115IWS307), and the character is displayed in the image display device 5. Execution of the effect is started (see step 115IWS314).

Next, as shown in FIG. 9-17, when the predetermined time (2 seconds in this example) elapses and the timing T22 is reached, the character production is terminated and the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 are started to emit light. (See step 115 IWS 321). In this case, the effect image 115IW06 is started to be displayed at the left end of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the effect image 115IW07 is started to be displayed at the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 (see step 115IWS322).

Next, when the variation display is finished and the next variation display is started at the timing T23, the character effect is executed at the start of the variation (see step 115IWS8011). Further, when the variation display is finished and the next variation display is started at the timing T24, the character effect is executed at the start of the variation (see step 115IWS8011). As described above, in this example, the character effect of displaying the same character image is repeatedly executed up to the variable display immediately before the variable display of the advance notice target.

Further, at the timing T24, since it is the start of the variation display one before the variation display to be announced, it is shown in FIG. 9-17 based on the change timing of the display mode of the hold display. In addition, the first hold display in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 changes from a normal display mode (white in this example) to a special mode (red in this example) (see step 115IWS8005). Further, at the timing T24, the emission color of the start port lamp 115IW03 changes from white to red (see step 115IWS8006).

Next, at the timing T25, at the start of the variable display of the advance notice target, as shown in FIG. 9-17, the hold display of the first special mode in the total hold storage display unit 115IW05 is moved and displayed, and the active display area 115IW04 In, an active display of a special aspect (red in this example) is displayed (see step 115IWS8003). In this example, since the variable display includes the super reach, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 continue to emit light at the timing T25, and the second look-ahead notice effect is continued. Further, at the timing T25, the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued. Further, at the timing T25, the display of the effect image 115IW06,07 is also continued.

Then, as shown in FIG. 9-17, when the development timing to the super reach is reached at the timing T26 after the normal reach is reached, the super reach is started in the image display device 5. When the super reach is developed at the timing T26, as shown in FIG. 9-17, the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 ends at the start of the fluctuation, and the second look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS849). In this case, the effect images 115IW06,07 displayed on the left end and the right end of the display screen of the image display device 5 are also erased (see step 115IWS850). However, at the timing T26, the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 is continued, and the first look-ahead notice effect is continued.

As shown in FIG. 9-17, in this example, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 emit light and the start port lamp 115IW03 emit light in parallel during the period from timing T22 to timing 26. The first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect are effects that can be executed in parallel.

Then, when the fluctuation time ends at the timing T27, as shown in FIG. 9-17, the light emission of the start port lamp 115IW03 ends and the first look-ahead notice effect ends (see step 115IWS8303). Further, at the timing T27, the active display displayed in the active display area 115IW04 is also deleted (see step 115IWS8301).

As shown in FIGS. 9-14 to 9-17, in the case of normal reach, the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect is terminated at the start of the fluctuation of the fluctuation display of the notice target, whereas in the case of super reach. At the timing of the development of the super reach of the variable display of the notice target, the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect is finished. Therefore, in this example, in the variation display of the advance notice target, when the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 continue to emit light at the start of the variation and the execution of the second look-ahead advance notice effect is continued, the expectation for super reach is felt. Will be higher, and expectations for big hits will be higher.

As described above, according to the feature unit 115IW, the variable display is based on the entry of the game medium (for example, the game ball) into the starting area (for example, the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening). It is possible to control the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot game state) which is advantageous for the player. In addition, it is determined whether or not to control in an advantageous state, and before the determination, it is determined whether or not it is controlled in an advantageous state (for example, a winning determination (look-ahead determination)), and based on the determination result, The look-ahead notice effect (for example, the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect) can be executed. Further, as the look-ahead notice effect, the first look-ahead notice effect (for example, the first look-ahead notice effect) that causes the first light emitting means (for example, the start port lamp 115IW03) to emit light is controlled to be more advantageous than the first look-ahead notice effect. It is possible to execute a second pre-reading advance notice effect (for example, a second pre-reading advance notice effect) that causes the second light emitting means (for example, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02) to emit light with high expectation. The advance notice effect and the second look-ahead advance notice effect can be executed in parallel (see FIGS. 9-16 and 9-17). Further, when the first look-ahead notice effect is executed, the first light emitting means is made to emit light from the timing when the game medium enters the start area, and when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the game medium has entered the start area. After a predetermined period (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed from the timing, the second light emitting means can be made to emit light, and a predetermined notification (for example, character effect) can be executed during the predetermined period. Therefore, since the light emission of the second light emitting means in the second look-ahead notice effect can be made to stand out by the predetermined notification, the light emission of the light emitting means in the look-ahead notice effect, which is highly expected to be controlled in an advantageous state, can be made to stand out. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

In this example, as a case where "the first light emitting means is made to emit light from the timing when the game medium enters the starting area", the case where the starting port lamp 115IW03 is started to emit light at the same time as the occurrence of a new starting prize is shown. , Not limited to such aspects. For example, a few seconds (for example, 1 second) have passed since the occurrence of a new start prize, and then the start port lamp 115IW03 starts to emit light. Any mode may be used as long as it can be recognized that the start port lamp 115IW03 has started to emit light when the start winning prize is generated.

Further, in this example, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the execution of the predetermined notification (character effect in this example) is started at the same time as the occurrence of a new start prize, and the predetermined period (2 in this example) is started. The case where the predetermined notification is continuously executed for (seconds) is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the predetermined notification may be executed during a part of the predetermined period, such as starting the predetermined notification after a few seconds (for example, 1 second) have passed from the occurrence of the new start winning prize. , The light emission of the second light emitting means (in this example, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 and the right decorative lamp 115IW02) may be within a range that can be conspicuous by the predetermined notification.

Further, according to the feature unit 115IW, the second light emitting means is continuously made to emit light until the variable display that is the determination target is executed (see FIGS. 9-16 and 9-17). Therefore, the expectation of the player can be increased.

In this example, as the light emitting mode of the second light emitting means, the left decorative lamp 115IW01 in which a picture of a predetermined character appears and the right decorative lamp 115IW02 in which a picture of a character different from the left decorative lamp 115IW01 emerges are made to emit light. Cases have been shown, but not limited to such aspects. For example, as the second look-ahead notice effect lamp, only one lamp may be provided, and the one lamp may be configured to emit white light or red light. In this case, for example, when the lamp emits white light, the white light emission of the lamp is terminated at the start of fluctuation of the fluctuation display to be notified in the same manner as in FIGS. 9-14 and 9-16, and the second look-ahead notice is given. When the production is finished and the lamp emits red light, the red light emission of the lamp is terminated and the second look-ahead is performed when the super reach develops in the variable display to be notified in the same manner as in FIGS. 9-15 and 9-17. It may be configured to end the advance notice production.

Further, in the case of the above configuration, for example, as a predetermined notification, when the lamp emits white light, the image display device 5 executes a character effect in which a white character image appears, and when the lamp emits red light. May be configured to perform a character effect in which a red character image appears on the image display device 5.

Further, in this example, the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is configured to end at the start of the change of the change display of the notice target or the timing of the development of the super reach is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, in the case of super reach, the second look-ahead notice effect may be terminated based on the elapse of a predetermined number of seconds from the start of the variable display of the notice target. As such, if the timing of ending the second look-ahead notice effect is late, at least in the variable display of the notice target, the degree of expectation for super reach and big hit may be high.

Further, in this example, regarding the first look-ahead notice effect, the light emission of the first light emitting means (in this example, the start port lamp 115IW03) is uniformly terminated at the end of the variable display of the notice target, and the first look-ahead notice effect is produced. Although the case of terminating is shown, it is not limited to such a mode. For example, when the super reach is executed, the light emission of the first light emitting means (in this example, the start port lamp 115IW03) is uniformly terminated at the end of the super reach, and the first look-ahead notice effect is terminated. You may.

Further, according to the feature unit 115IW, the predetermined notification can be repeatedly executed until the variable display that is the determination target is executed (see FIGS. 9-16 and 9-17). Therefore, the player's expectation can be maintained until the variable display that is the determination target is executed.

Further, according to the feature unit 115IW, the hold storage means (for example, the first hold storage buffer and the second hold storage buffer) capable of storing the information related to the variable display as the hold storage is provided, and the hold storage means stores the information. (For example, the hold display displayed on the total hold storage display unit 115IW05) can be displayed corresponding to. In addition, the light emitting mode of the first light emitting means is changed according to the display mode of the hold display being displayed in a mode different from the normal mode (for example, a special mode (for example, red)), and a notification effect (for example, a notification effect). For example, the output of the changing sound) can be executed, and the notification effect can be executed in a mode (for example, low volume) whose recognition degree is lower than that of the predetermined notification. Therefore, it is possible to make the predetermined notification stand out while recognizing the first look-ahead notice effect, and it is possible to pay attention to the predetermined notification.

In this example, as a "mode with a low recognition degree", in the predetermined notification (character production in this example), the display area of the image display device 5 is widely used to display a conspicuous character image and a predetermined volume. In contrast to the case where the effect sound is output with, the case where the change sound is output at a low volume when the light emission mode of the first light emitting means (starting port lamp 115IW03 in this example) is changed is shown. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, it may be configured so that the changing sound is not output at all when the light emitting mode of the first light emitting means is changed, or it may be configured to display a smaller image as compared with the predetermined notification. It suffices if it is executed in such a form that it is harder to recognize than the predetermined notification in some form.

Further, in this example, the case where the special aspect is red is shown, but it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, as a special aspect, the hold display and the active display may be configured to be changeable not only in one color but also in a plurality of display colors such as blue and red. Further, for example, the display mode of the hold display or the active display may change in a plurality of stages, for example, the normal display mode (white in this example) changes to blue and then changes to red. May be good.

Further, according to the present feature unit 115IW, in the display device (for example, the image display device 5), a special notification (for example, display of the effect image 115IW06,07) is performed by indicating the position where the second light emitting means is emitting light. It is feasible. Therefore, the player can always be aware of the position where the second light emitting means is emitting light.

In this example, the case where the effect image 115IW06,07 is continuously displayed during the execution of the second look-ahead notice effect is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, even during the execution of the second look-ahead advance notice effect, the effect image 115IW06,07 may not be visible at some time due to the execution of the advance notice effect such as the blackout effect.

Further, for example, on the contrary, the effect image 115IW06,07 may be set to have a higher priority so that the effect image 115IW06,07 is continuously displayed even during the execution of the blackout effect.

Further, according to the feature unit 115IW, the first look-ahead notice effect is performed according to different modes of change depending on whether only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed or the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect are executed. Only the first look-ahead notice effect is feasible (for example, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 and 9-9, when the second look-ahead notice effect is executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect). The rate of change in display mode at the stage of active display is higher than when it is executed). Therefore, the player can pay attention to whether or not the second look-ahead notice effect is executed.

In this example, the display mode in the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect is different from the case where only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed at the stage of active display. It shows the case where the rate of change is high, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, conversely, when only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed, the display mode changes at the stage of active display than when the second look-ahead notice effect is also executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect. It may be configured so that the ratio of the operation is high.

Further, for example, when the hold display or the active display is configured to be changeable in a plurality of types of display colors such as blue and red as a special aspect, is it the case where only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed or the first look-ahead notice effect? In addition to this, depending on the case where the second look-ahead advance notice effect is also executed, the hold display and the active display may be configured to change to different display colors. As such, it suffices if the change mode is different between the case where only the first look-ahead notice effect is executed and the case where the second look-ahead notice effect is also executed in addition to the first look-ahead notice effect. ..

Further, in this example, the second look-ahead notice effect is performed on the condition that the execution of the first look-ahead notice effect is determined by executing the look-ahead notice setting process shown in FIGS. 9-6 and 9-7. Whether or not to execute can be determined (Therefore, in this example, the first look-ahead notice effect may be executed independently or the second look-ahead notice effect may be executed together with the first look-ahead notice effect, but the second look-ahead notice effect may be executed. The case where the advance notice effect is not executed independently) is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the presence / absence and type of the second look-ahead notice effect can be determined regardless of whether or not the first look-ahead notice effect is executed, and the second look-ahead notice effect may be executed independently. May be good.

Further, in this example, when the first look-ahead notice effect or the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display or the active display of the notice target always changes. Not limited. For example, even when the first look-ahead notice effect or the second look-ahead notice effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display or the active display of the notice target does not change (so-called Gase's first look-ahead notice effect or the second look-ahead notice effect). It may be configured so that there is (when the look-ahead notice effect is executed). In this case, for example, when executing the second look-ahead notice effect of Gase, the character effect is not executed even before the change display immediately before the change display of the notice target, and the notice target Even if the character effect is terminated in the middle before the variable display, or the light emission of the left decorative lamp 115IW01 or the right decorative lamp 115IW02 is terminated in the middle, the second look-ahead notice effect is terminated in the middle. good. Further, even if the second look-ahead notice effect of Gase ends in the middle, the first look-ahead notice effect of Gase may be continuously executed.

Further, the feature unit 115IW shows a case in which the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are executed in the order in which the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening are won. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, regardless of the order in which the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening are won, the variable display of the second special symbol may be configured to be executed with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol. .. In this case, for example, when the game state is in the low base state, the first pre-reading notice effect and the second pre-reading notice effect can be executed with the first reserved memory as the advance notice target, or the game state is in the high base state. In some cases, the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect may be configured to be executable with the second hold memory as the advance notice target.

Further, the configuration shown by the feature unit 115IW can be combined with the configuration shown by the feature unit 66AK. For example, in a gaming machine configured so that the advantageous suggestion effect and the setting suggestion effect shown by the feature unit 66AK can be executed, the first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect shown by the feature unit 115IW can be appropriately executed. It is possible. Further, in this case, for example, when the first look-ahead notice effect or the second look-ahead notice effect is being executed, prohibition processing is performed so as not to execute the advantageous suggestion effect or the setting suggestion effect in duplicate, or conversely, it is advantageous. When the suggestion effect or the setting suggestion effect is being executed, the prohibition process may be performed so as not to execute the first look-ahead notice effect or the second look-ahead notice effect in duplicate.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Winning ball device 6B ... Variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9… Game effect lamp 10… General winning opening 11… Main board 12… Production control board 13… Voice control board 14… Lamp control board 15… Relay board 20… Ordinary symbol display 21… Gate switch 22A, 22B… Starting port Switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... Hitting ball operation handle 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 32 ... Movable body 100 ... Game control microcomputer 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... Random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for production control
123… Display control unit

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can perform variable display based on the entry of the gaming medium into the starting area, and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A deciding means for determining whether or not to control the advantageous state, and
Before determining the determination means, a determination means for determining whether or not the advantageous state is controlled, and
Wherein based on the determination result determining means, and a prefetch prediction effect execution unit capable of executing the prefetch prediction effect,
The pre-reading notice effect execution means is
As the look-ahead notice effect, a first look-ahead notice effect that causes the first light emitting means to emit light, and a second look-ahead notice effect that causes the second light emitting means to emit light with a higher expectation of being controlled to the advantageous state than the first look-ahead notice effect. be capable of executing production and, the,
The first look-ahead notice effect and the second look-ahead notice effect can be executed in parallel.
When the first look-ahead notice effect is executed by the look-ahead notice effect execution means, the first light emitting means is made to emit light from the timing when the game medium enters the start area.
When the second look-ahead notice effect is executed by the look-ahead notice effect execution means, the second light-emitting means is made to emit light after a predetermined period has elapsed from the timing when the game medium enters the start area, and the second look-ahead notice effect is generated. A gaming machine characterized in that a predetermined notification suggesting that it is executed can be executed during the predetermined period.

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