JP6925632B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, a pachinko gaming machine is configured to perform a big hit lottery triggered by entering a ball into a starting port, and when the big hit lottery is won, a big hit game that opens the big winning opening is given (for example, a patent document). 1). Since the player can win a large number of prize balls in the jackpot game, the interest of the player is improved.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2005-261711

However, in conventional pachinko machines, the degree of advantage related to big hit games, such as the big hit probability, is fixed for each model, and as a result of long-term games, there is a risk that the player's interest may be reduced due to boredom. It is hoped that the interest in games will be improved.

The present invention has been made in view of such a conventional technique, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest in gaming.

The game machine that solves the above problem is the first start in which the game ball can be entered in the game machine that grants the big hit game that opens the big winning opening after the big hit display result is displayed in the symbol variation game. A ball entry port, a second start ball entry port into which a game ball can enter, a setting control means for setting any setting information among a plurality of setting information defining an advantage degree regarding the jackpot game, and a game state. A game state control means for controlling the game, a fluctuation pattern determining means for determining the fluctuation pattern of the symbol variation game, and an effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect, and a variation pattern that can be determined by the variation pattern determining means. There are a first variation pattern in which the reach effect is not executed and a second variation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed. The second variation pattern is a variation pattern having a longer variation time than the first variation pattern. In the game state that can be controlled by the game state control means, the non-ball entry rate improved state and the game ball are more likely to enter the second starting ball entry port than the non-ball entry rate improved state. When there is a ball rate improvement state and the first holding condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, the execution of the first symbol variation game is suspended and the second starting ball opening is held. When the second hold condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the ball, the execution of the second symbol variation game is suspended, and the first hold condition is the first hold in which the execution of the first symbol variation game is suspended. It is a condition that is not satisfied when the number of games is a predetermined upper limit number of games, and the second hold condition is a predetermined upper limit number of games for which the execution of the second symbol variation game is suspended. It is a condition that is not satisfied at some time, and the effect includes a first special effect that is executed when the first special condition is satisfied and a second special effect that is executed when the second special condition is satisfied. The 1 special effect is a suggestion effect that suggests the setting information set by the setting control means, and the second special effect is a suggestion effect that suggests the setting information set by the setting control means. This is an effect in which a specific reach effect is executed in a specific effect mode during the execution of the symbol variation game, and the setting information set by the setting control means includes the first specific setting information and the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game. There is a second specific setting information that is more advantageous than the first specific setting information, and the second special condition is a condition for determining whether or not the second variation pattern is satisfied when the second fluctuation pattern is determined. Previous The first special condition is that, in a symbol variation game in which the second special condition is not satisfied, a game ball enters the first starting entrance when the number of the first reserved games is a specific number of games. When, and when the number of the second reserved games is the specific number of games, at least one of the cases when the game ball enters the second starting ball entrance, and the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game. Although but is impossible satisfied when the disadvantageous setting information than the first specific setting information is set by said setting control means, when the front Symbol first specific setting information is set by said setting control unit Alternatively, the second special condition is satisfied while the setting information in which the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game is more advantageous than the first specific setting information is set by the setting control means. In the symbol variation game, when the number of the first reserved games is the specific number of games and the game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, and the number of the second reserved games is the specific number of games. In a certain case, the setting information is at least one of the times when the game ball enters the second starting ball entry port, and the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game is more disadvantageous than the second specific setting information. is a non satisfied when it is set by setting control means than when or the jackpot advantageous degree the second specific configuration information regarding the game before Symbol second specific setting information is set by said setting control unit The gist is that it is a condition that can be satisfied when the advantageous setting information is set by the setting control means.

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

The figure which shows typically the pachinko game machine. The figure which shows the setting value (setting information). The figure which shows the outline of the control contents at the time of power-on. The figure which shows the electric composition of a pachinko game machine. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing a setting suggestion effect. (A) to (h) are diagrams showing the display mode of the effect display device. (A) to (h) are diagrams showing the display mode of the effect display device. (A) to (h) are diagrams showing the display mode of the effect display device. The figure which shows the 1st setting suggestion effect control processing. The figure which shows the 2nd setting suggestion effect control processing. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an execution mode of the first setting suggestion effect.

[First Embodiment]
Hereinafter, an embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine will be described.
In the present specification, the upper, lower, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) indicate the respective directions when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes a frame body 11. The frame body 11 is a member for mounting various parts such as the game board 20.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a firing handle 16. For example, the launch handle 16 is provided on the front surface side of the frame body 11. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a game ball (game medium) is launched toward the game area 21 of the game board 20 with a strength corresponding to the operation amount (rotation amount) of the launch handle 16. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the firing intensity of the gaming ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a decorative lamp 17. For example, the decorative lamp 17 is provided on the front side of the frame 11. The decorative lamp 17 has a built-in light emitting body (not shown), and the light emitting body can emit light, blink, and turn off. The decorative lamp 17 executes an effect of emitting light, blinking, and extinguishing (hereinafter, referred to as a light emitting effect) as one of the effects.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a speaker 18. For example, the speaker 18 is provided on the front surface side of the frame body 11. As one of the effects, the speaker 18 executes an effect (hereinafter, referred to as a voice effect) for outputting voices of humans and animals, sound effects, and sounds such as music.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with an operation button 19 on the front side of the frame 11 at a position that can be operated by the player. The operation button 19 is used, for example, in the production.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display device 22. For example, the information display device 22 is provided at a position visible to the player on the game board 20. The information display device 22 is notified of various information indicating the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 10.

The information display device 22 includes a first special symbol display unit 22a. The first special symbol display unit 22a is configured to be able to display one or a plurality of types of the first special symbol. The first special symbol display unit 22a can execute a first special symbol variation game (first variation game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the first special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the "first special symbol variation game" may be abbreviated as the "first special game".

The information display device 22 includes a second special symbol display unit 22b. The second special symbol display unit 22b is configured to be able to display one or a plurality of types of the second special symbol. The second special symbol display unit 22b can execute a second special symbol variation game (second variation game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the second special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the "second special symbol variation game" may be abbreviated as the "second special game".

Further, in the following description, when the first special symbol fluctuation game and the second special symbol fluctuation game are not distinguished, they are collectively referred to as "special symbol fluctuation game (variation game)", and the special symbol fluctuation game is referred to as "special". It may be indicated as "game". The first special symbol and the second special symbol are symbols for notifying the result of a lottery (a big hit lottery described later) that is internally executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10.

In the present specification, the "variable display" means a state in which the type of the displayed symbol changes with the passage of time. In the present specification, the "fixed stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitively stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. In the present specification, "fixed stop display" and "derivation" have the same meaning for a symbol. The special symbols that can be derived from the first special symbol display unit 22a and the second special symbol display unit 22b include a jackpot symbol as a jackpot display result and a missed symbol as a missed display result, respectively. In a special game, when a jackpot symbol is derived, it can be recognized by the player that it will be a jackpot. In the special game, when the out-of-order symbol is derived, it can be recognized by the player that the out-of-order symbol is out of order.

In this embodiment, the first special game and the second special game are not executed at the same time. In the present embodiment, the second special game is executed in preference to the first special game. In the present embodiment, when the big hit lottery is won, the big hit symbol is derived in the special game, and the big hit game is given after the end of the special game. That is, the big hit game is a game given on condition that the big hit lottery is won, and is a game given after the big hit display result is displayed in the special game. As will be described in detail later, the jackpot game is a game (state) that is advantageous for the player because it is a game in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained.

In the present embodiment, a variable interval time (for example, "0.5s") is defined as the time from when the special symbol is fixedly stopped and the special game ends to when the start of the next special game is allowed. Has been done. That is, the variable interval time is the time from the end of this special game to the time when the start of the next special game is allowed. In other words, the variable interval time is the time until the start of the next special game is allowed, and it can be said that it is the time until the start of the jackpot game or the start of the standby state is allowed. The standby state is a state in which a special game or a jackpot game is not performed.

The information display device 22 includes a first special hold display unit 22c. The first special hold display unit 22c is information capable of recognizing the number of times the execution of the first special game is held because the hold condition (first hold condition) is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. Is displayed. In the following description, the number of pending first special games is referred to as "first special pending number" (first reserved game number). The information display device 22 includes a second special hold display unit 22d. The second special hold display unit 22d is information capable of recognizing the number of times the execution of the second special game is held because the hold condition (second hold condition) is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. Is displayed. In the following description, the number of pending second special games is referred to as "second special pending number" (second reserved game number). For example, the maximum value of the first special hold number and the second special hold number is "4", respectively. In the following description, each of the maximum value of the first special hold number and the maximum value of the second special hold number is shown as an upper limit number (upper limit number of games).

The information display device 22 includes a normal symbol display unit 22e. The ordinary symbol display unit 22e is configured to be able to display one or a plurality of types of ordinary symbols. The normal symbol display unit 22e can execute a normal symbol variation game (ordinary variation game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the following description, the normal symbol variation game is abbreviated as "normal game". The normal symbols that can be derived to the normal symbol display unit 22e include a normal hit symbol and a normal miss symbol. When a normal hit symbol is derived in a normal game, it becomes possible for the player to recognize that the normal hit symbol is obtained. In a normal game, when a normal out-of-order symbol is derived, it becomes possible for the player to recognize that the normal out-of-order symbol is derived. In the present embodiment, when the winning lottery of the ordinary symbol is won, the ordinary winning symbol is derived in the ordinary game, and the ordinary winning game is given after the end of the ordinary game. As will be described in detail later, the normal hit game is in an advantageous state for the player because it is easy to establish the holding condition of the second special game.

The information display device 22 includes a normal hold display unit 22f. The normal hold display unit 22f displays information capable of recognizing the number of normal games whose execution is held (the number of normal hold games) because the hold condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. For example, the maximum value of the normal hold number is "4".

Next, the game board 20 will be described.
The game board 20 has a game area 21 formed by partitioning the front surface side (front side) of the game board 20 into a substantially circular shape by rails. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a center frame 26 having various decorations in the substantially center of the gaming area 21. The center frame 26 includes an opening 26a. The center frame 26 may be expressed as a center accessory.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 27. The effect display device 27 includes a display area 27r on which an image is displayed. The effect display device 27 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the display area 27r can be visually recognized by the player through the opening 26a of the center frame 26. The effect display device 27 executes an effect (hereinafter, referred to as a display effect) for displaying an image (picture) imitating a predetermined character or character as one of the effects.

In the present embodiment, the display effect that can be executed by the effect display device 27 includes an effect symbol variation game in which the effect symbols are variablely displayed in a plurality of columns and a combination of the effect symbols is finally derived. In the following description, the production symbol variation game is abbreviated as "production game". The effect pattern is a pattern (decorative pattern) decorated with characters, patterns, etc., and is for diversifying the display effect. In the present embodiment, the effect game is performed by displaying (scrolling) the symbol rows of the first row, the second row, and the third row in predetermined directions.

The production game starts with the start of the special game and ends with the end of the special game. Then, in the production game, a combination of production symbols corresponding to the special symbols derived in the special game is derived. When the jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the jackpot symbol combination based on the effect symbol is derived in the production game. For example, the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol is a symbol combination in which the effect symbols in all rows are the same, such as "333" and "777". In the special game, when the out-of-order symbol is derived, in the effect game, the out-of-order symbol combination by the effect symbol is derived. For example, the out-of-order symbol combination by the effect symbol is a symbol combination in which at least a part of the effect symbols in a row is different from the effect symbols in the other row, such as "787" and "556". In the production game, the production symbol may be temporarily stopped and displayed before the final stop display is displayed. In the present specification, the "temporary stop display" is a temporary stop state before the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, for example, a state in which the effect symbol is swayed and fluctuated.

The production game may include a reach production performed by forming a reach. As for the reach, the same effect symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific row (first row and third row in the present embodiment) among a plurality of rows, and a row different from the specific row (second row in the present embodiment). ) Is still displayed in a variable manner. For example, the reach effect may include a plurality of types of reach effects in which the characters to appear and the operation of the effect symbol are different.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 28 that is open to the gaming area 21 below the center frame 26. The starting ball entrance and the first starting port 28 as the first starting ball entrance are always open so that a game ball can be inserted. A game ball can enter the first starting port 28. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 that detects a gaming ball that has entered the first starting port 28. For example, the first start sensor SE1 is provided in a passage through which a game ball that has entered the first start port 28 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the holding condition (first holding condition) of the first special game can be satisfied, and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. In this way, the first start sensor SE1 detects the entry of the game ball into the first start port 28 (the game ball that has entered the first start port 28). In addition, the first special game may be executed (executable) when the game ball enters the first starting port 28.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 29 that is open to the gaming area 21 below the center frame 26. A game ball can enter the starting ball entrance and the second starting opening 29 as the second starting ball entrance. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second starting port 29. For example, the second start sensor SE2 is provided in the passage through which the game ball that has entered the second start port 29 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the holding condition (second holding condition) of the second special game can be satisfied, and the prize ball payout condition is satisfied. In this way, the second start sensor SE2 detects the entry of the game ball into the second start port 29 (the game ball that has entered the second start port 29). In addition, the second special game may be executed (executable) when the game ball enters the second starting port 29.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a normal variable member 30 as an opening / closing means capable of operating in an allowable state (open state) and a regulated state (closed state) in the game area 21. The permissible state is a state in which the game ball can be entered into the second starting port 29 or is easily entered. The regulated state is a state in which the game ball cannot or is difficult to enter the second starting port 29. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a normal actuator A1 that operates a normal variable member 30 (shown in FIG. 4). The normal variable member 30 is operated in an allowable state in the normal hit game. In this way, the normally variable member 30 operates so that the second starting port 29 can take an allowable state and a regulated state.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 31 that is open to the gaming area 21 at the lower right of the center frame 26. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a special winning sensor SE3 that detects a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 31. For example, the special winning sensor SE3 is provided in the passage through which the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 31 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the special prize sensor SE3, the conditions for paying out the prize ball are satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a special variable member 32 capable of operating in a permissible state (open state) and a regulated state (closed state) in the game area 21. The permissible state is a state in which the game ball can be entered into the large winning opening 31 or is easily entered. The regulated state is a state in which the game ball cannot be entered into the large winning opening 31 or is difficult to enter. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a special actuator A2 that operates the special variable member 32 (shown in FIG. 4). The special variable member 32 is operated in an allowable state in the jackpot game. In this way, the special variable member 32 operates so that the large winning opening 31 can take an allowable state and a regulated state. That is, the big hit game is a game in which the big winning opening 31 is in an allowable state (allowed state).

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a gate 33 on the right side of the center frame 26 in the gaming area 21 through which a gaming ball can pass (enter). The gate 33 as a normal starting ball entrance is provided with a gate sensor SE4 that allows a game ball to enter and detects a game ball passing through the gate 33 (shown in FIG. 4). In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE4, the holding condition of the normal game can be satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a general winning opening 34 that is open to the gaming area 21 on the right side of the center frame 26. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a general winning sensor SE5 that detects a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 34 (shown in FIG. 4). For example, the general winning sensor SE5 is provided in a passage (not shown) through which a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 34 passes. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the general prize sensor SE5, the conditions for paying out the prize ball are satisfied. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be provided with a plurality of general winning openings.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a first starting port 28, a second starting port 29, a large winning opening 31, and a general winning opening 34 as winning openings. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may have a winning opening different from the winning opening. "Winning" means that a game ball enters the winning opening. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with members such as nails and a windmill for changing the behavior of the gaming ball flowing down the gaming area 21.

In the present embodiment, an induction electric field sensor SE6 (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a predetermined radio wave (radio wave in a predetermined frequency band in the present embodiment) is provided. When a predetermined radio wave is generated by a radio wave generator or the like, the predetermined radio wave is detected by the induction electric field sensor SE6, resulting in a radio wave detection error.

In the present embodiment, the frame 11 is provided with a lower plate capable of storing the game balls, and the game balls are paid out to the lower plate via a passage formed inside. A full sensor SE7 (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball is provided in the passage. When the lower plate is full, the game balls will stay in the aisle, and if the full sensor SE7 continuously detects the game balls for a predetermined time, a full error will occur.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a low-probability state and a high-probability state as gaming states in which the jackpot probabilities differ. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. In the high-probability state, the possibility of winning the big hit lottery is higher than in the low-probability state, so that the gaming state is advantageous for the player. The high probability state is a so-called "probability fluctuation state (probability change state)".

The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as game states in which the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shots of the game balls is different. The high base state is a gaming state in which the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 29 is higher than that in the low base state. The high base state is the so-called "electric support state", and the low base state is the so-called "non-electric support state". In the high base state, the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 29 increases, and the game ball easily enters the second starting port 29, which is advantageous for the player. Easy state, improved ball entry rate).

For example, the high base state can be realized by performing one control arbitrarily selected from the three controls described below, or by performing a combination of a plurality of controls. The first control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, which shortens the fluctuation time of the normal game as compared with the case of the low base state. The second control is the probability fluctuation control of the ordinary symbol, which changes the probability of winning the winning lottery of the ordinary symbol (ordinary winning probability) with a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the ordinary variable member 30 in one ordinary hit game longer than that in the low base state. As the opening time extension control, the number of times the normal variable member 30 is opened in one normal hit game is increased as compared with the case in the low base state, and the normal variable member 30 is opened once in the normal hit game. It is preferable to control at least one of the controls that make the time longer than in the low base state.

In this embodiment, the normal hit probability in the low base state exceeds 0. Therefore, the normally variable member 30 can be operated in an allowable state in a low base state. The normal hit probability in the low base state may be 0. In this case, the normally variable member 30 is not operated in the allowable state in the low base state. That is, it can be said that the low base state is a state in which it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 29 or the game ball does not enter the second starting port 29 as compared with the high base state.

Further, the high base state may be realized by combining the fourth control described below. The fourth control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol, which makes the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) shorter than that in the low base state. When the fluctuation time shortening control of the special symbol is performed, the high base state becomes the so-called "variation time shortening state" of the special symbol. On the other hand, the low base state is the so-called "non-variable time shortened state" for the special symbol.

In the following description, a gaming state that is a low-probability state and a low-base state is referred to as a “low-probability low-base state”, and a gaming state that is a high-probability state and a low-base state is referred to as a “high-probability low-base state”. Further, the gaming state which is a low probability state and a high base state is referred to as a "low probability high base state", and the gaming state which is a high probability state and a high base state is referred to as a "high probability high base state".

As described above, in the present embodiment, the gaming state includes a low probability state and a high probability state, and a high base state (ball entry rate improvement state) and a low base state (non-ball entry rate improvement state).
Next, the setting change function characteristic of the present embodiment will be described.

As shown in FIG. 2, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the jackpot probability can be set as a plurality of types of setting values (setting information). Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the jackpot probability can be set in all six stages from the first set value to the sixth set value as a plurality of types of set values. In the following description, "the nth setting value is set" may be simply indicated as [setting n] (however, n = 1 to 6).

The jackpot probabilities K1 to K6 of each setting (settings 1 to 6) have higher probabilities in the order of jackpot probabilities K1 <K2 <K3 <K4 <K5 <K6, and it is easy to win the jackpot. The jackpot probabilities K1 to K6 are a set of the jackpot probability in the low probability state and the jackpot probability in the high probability state. That is, the jackpot probability in the low probability state and the jackpot probability in the high probability state are defined for the plurality of types of set values. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the jackpot probability changes according to the set value. Further, the jackpot probability (winning probability of the jackpot lottery) when controlled to the high probability state and the jackpot probability when controlled to the low probability state are different depending on the current set value. The set value does not have to be 6 steps, and may be any of 2 steps to 5 steps, and 7 steps or more. In the present embodiment, the jackpot probability differs depending on the set value, but the determination probability (determination ratio) of the jackpot type is the same regardless of the set value.

As shown in FIG. 3, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the setting operation unit (not shown) of the setting device 40e (shown in FIG. 4) is operated in the ON state, and the RWM clear switch is used. When the power is turned on with 40d (shown in FIG. 4) turned on, the mode shifts to the setting change mode.

In the setting change mode, the internally set (set) setting value is notified, and the internally set setting value is set to [Setting 1] → [Setting 2] for each operation of the RWM clear switch 40d. ] →… → [Setting 5] → [Setting 6] → [Setting 1] →…, and so on, it can be changed to loop. Further, the setting change mode ends when the setting operation unit of the setting device 40e is operated in the off state.

Further, when the power is turned on while the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state, various backed up information is initialized. Therefore, when the setting change mode is entered, the backed up various information is displayed. It is configured to be initialized.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the power is turned on while the setting operation unit of the setting device 40e is operated in the on state and the RWM clear switch 40d is in the off state, the setting confirmation mode is entered. Transition.

In the setting confirmation mode, the internally set setting value is notified, and even if the RWM clear switch 40d is operated, the internally set setting value cannot be changed. The setting confirmation mode ends when the setting operation unit of the setting device 40e is operated in the off state.

Next, the jackpot in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as jackpot symbols of special symbols. Each type of jackpot is defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols. The types of jackpot games are defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols (types of jackpots).

In the jackpot game, first, an opening effect is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening time. In the jackpot game, after the opening time has elapsed, a plurality of round games in which the jackpot 31 is opened are performed. Round games are played up to the maximum number of times. In the present embodiment, the upper limit number of times is a predetermined number of times.

One round game is the first end condition in which a predetermined upper limit number (“9” in this embodiment) of game balls enters the large winning opening 31, or the second end in which the predetermined upper limit time elapses. It ends when the condition is satisfied. That is, the end conditions for ending each of the plurality of round games include the first end condition in which the maximum number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening 31 and the large winning opening 31. There is a second end condition in which the number of balls entered is not the upper limit and a predetermined upper limit time elapses. In the round game, the large winning opening 31 is opened in a predetermined opening mode, and more specifically, it takes an open state when the round game starts, and takes a closed state when the round game ends. In the round game, a round effect is performed. In this way, the special variable member 32 operates so that the large winning opening 31 can take an open state in each of the plurality of round games, and when the start condition for starting each round game is satisfied, the large winning opening 31 Is in the open state, and when the end condition for ending each round game is satisfied, the large winning opening 31 is in the closed state. Then, in the jackpot game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the jackpot game over a predetermined ending time. The jackpot game ends with the passage of the ending time.

Next, a specific jackpot in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
In the present embodiment, of the 100 types of jackpot symbols displayed on the first special symbol display unit 22a as the game result of the first special game, 65 types of jackpot symbols are symbol ZA and 35 types of jackpot symbols are symbol ZB. It is classified into each. Further, of the 100 types of jackpot symbols displayed on the second special symbol display unit 22b as the game result of the second special game, 65 types of jackpot symbols are classified into symbol Za and 35 types of jackpot symbols are classified into symbol Zb. Has been done. As described above, in the present embodiment, there are two types of jackpots as the types of jackpots in the first special game, and there are two types of jackpots as the types of jackpots in the second special game, but the present invention is not limited to this. Hereinafter, as the type of jackpot, the type of jackpot symbol is used and expressed as a jackpot based on the symbols ZA, ZB, Za, Zb. Further, as the type of the jackpot game given based on the type of the jackpot, the type of the jackpot symbol is used and expressed as the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA, ZB, Za, Zb.

As the jackpot game based on the symbols ZA, Za, the maximum number of round games is set to 10 times. As the jackpot game based on the symbols ZB, Zb, the maximum number of round games is set to 4 times, which is less than 10 times.

In the present embodiment, the upper limit time of the round game (25 s in the present embodiment) is defined for each jackpot game. Further, in the present embodiment, the same opening time (10 s in the present embodiment) and the same ending time (25 s in the present embodiment) are defined for all types of jackpot games.

In the symbols ZA and Za, a high probability state and a high base state are defined as the game state after the big hit game is completed. After the big hit game based on the symbols ZA and Za is completed, a high probability state and a high base state are given until the next big hit game is given. The symbols ZB and Zb are defined as a low probability state and a high base state as the game state after the big hit game is completed. After the jackpot game based on the symbols ZB, Zb is completed, a low probability state is given, and until the special game of a predetermined upper limit number (100 times in this embodiment) is finished, or the upper limit number of times. A high base state is granted until the jackpot game is granted before the special game ends.

In the present embodiment, the jackpot probabilities as shown in FIG. 2 are defined. As the normal hit probability, 1/65536 is set in the low base state, and 65534/65535 is set in the high base state. The total opening time of the normal variable member 30 in one normal hit game is set to 396 ms in the low base state and 5400 ms in the high base state. The number of prize balls is "4" when the first start sensor SE1 detects a game ball, "1" when the second start sensor SE2 detects a game ball, and the game ball is a special prize sensor SE3. When it is detected, "12" is set, and when the game ball is detected by the general winning sensor SE5, "5" is set.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main control board 40 on the back side (rear side) of the gaming board 20. The main control board 40 performs various processes and outputs a control signal (control command) according to the result of the processes.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a sub-control board 41 on the back side (rear side) of the gaming board 20. The sub-control board 41 executes a predetermined process based on the control signal input from the main control board 40. For example, the sub-control board 41 performs a process for executing a light emission effect by the decorative lamp 17, a sound effect by the speaker 18, and a display effect by the effect display device 27.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a power supply unit 60 on the back side (rear side) of the gaming board 20. The power supply unit 60 is a unit that supplies electric power to the control boards 40 and 41 by performing an operation of switching the power switch 60a to the ON state.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment is equipped with a backup function. The backup function internally retains (backs up) various information related to game control even when the power supply from the external power supply is stopped, and is based on the various information held when the power supply is started. This is a function to restore game control. Further, in the present embodiment, the main control board 40 is equipped with a backup function, and the sub control board 41 is not equipped with a backup function.

First, the main control board 40 will be described.
The main control board 40 includes a main control CPU 40a, a main control ROM 40b, a main control RAM 40c, an RWM clear switch 40d, a setting device 40e, and a display 40f. The main control CPU 40a as the first control means performs various processes by executing the main control program. In particular, the main control CPU 40a outputs various control signals to the sub control CPU 41a by executing the main control program.

The main control ROM 40b stores a main control program, a table used for a predetermined lottery, a determination value, and the like. Further, the main control ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The fluctuation pattern is information that can specify the fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. Further, in the present embodiment, the variation pattern specifies the effect content (effect mode) of the effect game performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game, such as the type of reach effect. Possible information. For example, if the fluctuation pattern is information that can specify the fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game, the fluctuation pattern is from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. It does not have to be information that can identify the production content of the production game performed during the period.

The fluctuation patterns include a jackpot fluctuation pattern, a missed reach fluctuation pattern, and a missed fluctuation pattern. In the jackpot fluctuation pattern, as the production content of the production game, the production content that finally derives the jackpot symbol combination through the reach production is defined. In the out-of-reach variation pattern, as the effect content of the effect game, the effect content in which the out-of-order symbol combination is finally derived after the reach effect is defined. In the out-of-order variation pattern, as the effect content of the effect game, the effect content that finally derives the out-of-order symbol combination without going through the reach effect is defined.

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

The main control CPU 40a and the sensors SE1 to SE7 are connected. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal output when the sensors SE1 to SE7 detect a game ball. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a and the full sensor SE7 are connected via a payout control board that controls payout of game balls, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the payout control board is not used. May be connected to.

The main control CPU 40a and the actuators A1 and A2 are connected. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to control the operation of the actuators A1 and A2. The main control CPU 40a and the information display device 22 are connected to each other. The main control CPU 40a is configured to be able to control the display contents of the information display device 22.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the main control RAM 40c is configured to be able to retain various information stored when the power is turned off for a predetermined period even when the power is turned off. For example, the main control RAM 40c may retain various information even after the power is cut off by the power supplied from a backup power supply (for example, an electric double layer capacitor) mounted on the power supply unit 60 (not shown). For example, the main control RAM 40c is a non-volatile memory that can retain the stored contents even when it is not supplied with electric power, so that it can retain various information even after the power is turned off. good. The main control CPU 40a controls to store these various types of information in the main control RAM 40c.

Here, the various information to be backed up includes game information related to the progress of the game and set value information related to the set value. For example, the game information includes information on a special game, information on a jackpot game, information on a game state, and information on payout of prize balls.

The RWM clear switch 40d is configured to enable an operation for instructing the initialization of various backed up information. In the present embodiment, various backed up information is initialized by turning on the power when the RWM clear switch 40d is in the ON state. Hereinafter, an operation in which the power is turned on when the RWM clear switch 40d is in the ON state will be described as an initialization operation.

The setting device 40e is configured to enable an operation of instructing the transition to the setting control mode as the setting control state for controlling the set value. In the present embodiment, as the setting control mode, the setting change mode in which the internally set setting value can be changed and the setting value in which the internally set value cannot be changed can be specified. There is a setting confirmation mode to display. In the present embodiment, when the setting operation unit (not shown) of the setting device 40e is in the ON state and the RWM clear switch 40d is in the ON state, the power is turned on to shift to the setting change mode and set. When the setting operation unit of the device 40e is in the ON state and the RWM clear switch 40d is in the OFF state, the power is turned on to shift to the setting confirmation mode.

In the present embodiment, the display 40f displays to notify the set value set internally, but the present invention is not limited to this, and other information may be displayed.
Next, the sub-control board 41 will be described.

The sub control board 41 and the main control board 40 are connected to each other. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to output a control signal in one direction from the main control board 40 to the sub control board 41.
The sub-control board 41 includes a sub-control CPU 41a, a sub-control ROM 41b, and a sub-control RAM 41c. The sub-control CPU 41a as the second control means performs various processes (for example, processes related to the effect) by executing the sub-control program. In particular, the sub-control CPU 41a performs control based on the control information from the main control CPU 40a. The sub-control ROM 41b stores the sub-control program, the table used for the lottery, the determination value, and the like. The sub-control ROM 41b stores display effect data related to the display effect in the effect display device 27. The sub-control ROM 41b stores the light emission effect data related to the light emission effect in the decorative lamp 17. The sub-control ROM 41b stores the audio effect data related to the audio effect in the speaker 18.

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

The sub-control CPU 41a and the effect display device 27 are connected to each other. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the display mode of the effect display device 27. The sub-control CPU 41a and the decorative lamp 17 are connected to each other. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the light emitting mode of the decorative lamp 17. The sub-control CPU 41a and the speaker 18 are connected to each other. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to control the output mode of the speaker 18. The sub-control CPU 41a and the operation button 19 are connected. The sub-control CPU 41a is configured to be able to input an operation signal indicating that the operation button 19 has been operated.

Next, the power supply unit 60 will be described.
The power supply unit 60 converts the power supply voltage supplied from an external power source such as a game hall into a power supply voltage to be supplied to the control boards 40 and 41. The power supply unit 60 is connected to the control boards 40 and 41 via a power supply line, and supplies power to the control boards 40 and 41 through the power supply line.

The power supply unit 60 includes a power supply switch 60a, and when the power switch 60a is operated from an off state to an on state in a state where power is being supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 10 from an external power source, the control boards 40, 41 When the power is supplied to the control board and the control board is operated in the off state, the power supply to the control boards 40 and 41 is cut off.

Next, various processes performed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
First, the power-on process performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described.
When the main control CPU 40a is started by the startup process (boot process) at the time of power-on, the main control CPU 40a first performs the power-on process. In the power-on process, whether or not there is a shift to the setting control mode (setting change mode and setting confirmation mode) according to the operation state of the setting operation unit of the RWM clear switch 40d and the setting device 40e at the time of power-on, and the main control RAM 40c. The presence or absence of initialization of is controlled.

First, the main control CPU 40a determines whether the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state when the power is turned on. When the main control CPU 40a inputs an operation signal output when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state, the main control CPU 40a determines that the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state.

When it is determined that the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state when the power is turned on, the main control CPU 40a performs the RWM clear processing of the main control RAM 40c. In the RWM clear processing of the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a initializes the game information backed up in the main control RAM 40c, but does not initialize the set value information backed up in the main control RAM 40c. As described above, in the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a stores in the main control RAM 40c when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state (when the initialization operation is performed) when the power is turned on. Initialize the game information that was made.

After performing the RWM clear processing of the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a determines whether the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state when the power is turned on. When the main control CPU 40a inputs an operation signal output when the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state, the main control CPU 40a determines that the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state.

When it is not determined that the setter 40e is operated in the on state when the power is turned on (when it is determined that the setter 40e is operated in the off state when the power is turned on), the main control CPU 40a is assigned to the main set value assigned to the main control RAM 40c. The setting value stored in the flag is read, and a setting value command that can specify the read setting value is set in the output buffer. In the present embodiment, the information (control command) set in the output buffer is output to the sub-control board 41 in the command output process performed as the interrupt process. The setting value specified by this setting value command is the setting value when the power is turned off, and is also the setting value that has been backed up.

When the main control CPU 40a outputs the set value command to the sub control board 41, the main control CPU 40a sets the information for specifying the activation by initialization (hereinafter referred to as "power-on initial command") in the output buffer, and ends the power-on process. do.

On the other hand, if it is determined that the setting device 40e has been operated in the ON state when the power is turned on, the main control CPU 40a performs the setting change control process. In the setting change control process, the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting change mode. When the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting change mode, the main control CPU 40a sets information that can specify the start of the setting change mode (hereinafter, referred to as a “change start command”) in the output buffer.

Further, when the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting change mode, the main control CPU 40a reads the setting value stored in the main setting value flag assigned to the main control RAM 40c and displays the read setting value to be notified. 40f is controlled. That is, the display 40f notifies the set value when the power is turned off. Further, the main setting value flag is a flag for the main control CPU 40a to specify the set setting value. Then, the main control CPU 40a sets the read information that can identify the set value (hereinafter, referred to as “power-on setting value command”) in the output buffer.

In the setting change mode, the main control CPU 40a sets the set value every time the RWM clear switch 40d is turned on, by setting the set value from [Setting 1] → [Setting 2] →… → [Setting 5] → [Setting 6] →. Change to loop, such as [Setting 1] → ... In this process, the main control CPU 40a changes the set value by updating the set value stored in the main set value flag. Further, the main control CPU 40a controls the display 40f so as to display a notification of the changed set value each time the set value is changed.

When the setting device 40e is operated in the off state (when the operation signal output when the setting device 40e is operated in the on state is not input) in the setting change mode, the main control CPU 40a is the main control CPU 40a at that time. Confirm the setting value stored in the setting value flag and exit the setting change mode. After that, the main control CPU 40a ends the setting change control process.

When the main control CPU 40a finishes the setting change control process, the main control CPU 40a sets the information (hereinafter, referred to as “setting value command”) that can identify the determined setting value in the output buffer. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets in the output buffer information that can specify the end of the setting change mode (hereinafter, referred to as "change end command").

After that, the main control CPU 40a sets the information for specifying the activation by initialization (hereinafter, referred to as "power-on initial command") in the output buffer, and ends the power-on process.
Further, when it is not determined that the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the on state when the power is turned on (when it is determined that the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the off state when the power is turned on), the main control CPU 40a performs the return process. In the return process, the main control CPU 40a confirms whether the various backed up information is normal. Whether the various backed up information is normal or abnormal is confirmed, for example, by checking the status of the backup flag and checking the checksum match. When the various backed up information is abnormal, the main control CPU 40a performs the RWM clear processing of the main control RAM 40c. When the various backed up information is normal, the main control CPU 40a does not perform the RWM clear processing of the main control RAM 40c.

After performing the return processing, the main control CPU 40a determines whether the setting device 40e has been operated in the ON state when the power is turned on. When the main control CPU 40a inputs an operation signal output when the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state, the main control CPU 40a determines that the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state.

If it is not determined that the setter 40e is operated in the on state when the power is turned on (when it is determined that the setter 40e is operated in the off state when the power is turned on), the main control CPU 40a is assigned to the main control RAM 40c. The setting value stored in the setting value flag is read, and the setting value command that can specify the read setting value is set in the output buffer. The setting value specified by this setting value command is the setting value when the power is turned off, and is also the setting value that has been backed up.

When the set value command is set in the output buffer, the main control CPU 40a sets the power-on / power-recovery command and the symbol state specification command in the output buffer, and ends the power-on process.
On the other hand, when it is determined that the setting device 40e is operated in the ON state when the power is turned on, the main control CPU 40a performs the setting confirmation control process. In the setting confirmation control process, the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting confirmation mode. When the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting confirmation mode, the main control CPU 40a sets information that can specify the start of the setting confirmation mode (hereinafter, referred to as a “confirmation start command”) in the output buffer.

Further, when the main control CPU 40a shifts to the setting confirmation mode, the main control CPU 40a reads the setting value stored in the main setting value flag assigned to the main control RAM 40c and displays the read setting value to be notified. 40f is controlled. That is, the display 40f notifies the set value when the power is turned off. In the setting confirmation mode, the main control CPU 40a does not change the set value and does not change the display content of the display 40f even when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated.

In the setting confirmation mode, the main control CPU 40a sets the setting confirmation mode when the setting device 40e is operated in the off state (when the operation signal output when the setting device 40e is operated in the on state is no longer input). finish. After that, the main control CPU 40a ends the setting confirmation control process.

When the main control CPU 40a finishes the setting confirmation control process, the main control CPU 40a sets in the output buffer a setting value command capable of specifying the setting value stored in the main setting value flag assigned to the main control RAM 40c. As described above, since the setting value is not changed in the setting confirmation mode, the setting value stored in the main setting value flag is the setting value when the power is turned on, and the setting value when the power is turned off. But also. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets in the output buffer information that can specify the end of the setting confirmation mode (hereinafter, referred to as "confirmation end command").

After that, the main control CPU 40a sets in the output buffer information that specifies recovery based on various backed up information (hereinafter, referred to as “power-on / power-recovery command”). Further, the main control CPU 40a sets the information for designating the control state at the time of recovery (also at the time of power failure) (hereinafter, referred to as "design state specification command") in the output buffer, and ends the power-on process. This symbol state specification command returns to the execution of the first special game, returns to the execution of the second special game, and returns to the jackpot game based on the first special game. , And to return to the jackpot game based on the second special game.

As described above, when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state and the setter 40e is operated in the ON state, the main control CPU 40a performs the RWM clear process and the setting of the main control RAM 40c in the power-on process. Perform change control processing. On the other hand, when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the ON state and the setter 40e is operated in the OFF state, the main control CPU 40a performs the RWM clear process of the main control RAM 40c in the power-on process to change the setting. No control processing is performed.

Further, when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the off state and the setter 40e is operated in the on state, the main control CPU 40a performs a return process and a setting confirmation control process in the power-on process. On the other hand, when the RWM clear switch 40d is operated in the off state and the setter 40e is operated in the off state, the main control CPU 40a performs a recovery process and does not perform a setting confirmation control process in the power-on process. ..

As described above, in the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that performs the power-on processing described above corresponds to a setting control means for setting (at least) any setting value among a plurality of setting values that determine the jackpot probability. do. Further, in the present embodiment, the jackpot probability corresponds to the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game.

Next, various processes performed by the main control CPU 40a after the power-on process is performed will be described. The main control CPU 40a performs special symbol input processing, special symbol start processing, and the like as interrupt processing performed at predetermined control cycles (for example, 4 ms).

In the special symbol input process, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not a game ball has entered the first starting port 28 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the first starting sensor SE1.
When a game ball enters the first starting port 28, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the number of first special reservations stored in the main control RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (“4” in the present embodiment). To judge.

When the first special hold number is less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a updates the first special hold number stored in the main control RAM 40c by adding "1". As a result, the holding condition (first holding condition) of the first special game is satisfied. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so as to display the updated first special hold number. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets the information (hereinafter, referred to as the first hold number command) that can specify the updated first special hold number in the output buffer.

Next, the main control CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main control board 40, and stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main control RAM 40c. For example, the random number is a random number used for the jackpot lottery, a random number used for determining the jackpot symbol, a random number used for determining the fluctuation pattern, and the like. In this process, the main control CPU 40a stores the random number information so that the random number information for the first special game can be specified and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the first special game in the main control RAM 40c, the execution can be suspended until the execution condition of the first special game is satisfied. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method.

If the first special hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a does not execute the process when the first special hold number is less than the upper limit number. In this way, the first hold condition reaches the predetermined upper limit (upper limit number of games, first upper limit number of games) for the first special hold number (the number of hold games on which the execution of the first special game is held). It is a condition that does not hold when it is. Further, in the main control CPU 40a, when the first special hold number reaches the predetermined upper limit number, the game ball enters the first starting port 28 when the first special hold number reaches the upper limit number. Information that can be specified (hereinafter referred to as the first start winning command) is set in the output buffer. Such a first start winning command is a command output when a game ball enters the first start opening 28 when the first special hold number is the upper limit number.

Main control when no game ball has entered the first starting port 28, when the number of first special holdings is not less than the upper limit, and when random number information for the first special game is stored in the main control RAM 40c. The CPU 40a determines whether or not a game ball has entered the second starting port 29 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the second starting sensor SE2. When the game ball has not entered the second starting port 29, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process.

When a game ball enters the second starting port 29, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the number of second special reservations stored in the main control RAM 40c is less than the upper limit number (“4” in the present embodiment). To judge.

When the number of the second special hold is less than the upper limit, the main control CPU 40a updates the number of the second special hold stored in the main control RAM 40c by adding "1". As a result, the holding condition (second holding condition) of the second special game is satisfied. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so as to display the updated second special hold number. Further, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a second hold number command) that can specify the updated second special hold number in the output buffer.

Next, the main control CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main control board 40, and stores random number information based on the acquired random number in the main control RAM 40c. In this process, the main control CPU 40a stores the random number information so that the random number information for the second special game can be specified and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information for the second special game in the main control RAM 40c, the execution can be suspended until the execution condition of the second special game is satisfied.

If the second special hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU 40a does not execute the process when the second special hold number is less than the upper limit number. In this way, the second hold condition reaches the predetermined upper limit (upper limit number of games, second upper limit number of games) for the second special hold number (the number of hold games on which the execution of the second special game is held). It is a condition that does not hold when it is. Further, the main control CPU 40a can identify that the game ball has entered the second start opening 29 when the second special hold number has reached the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as a second start winning command). Is set in the output buffer, and the special symbol input process ends. Such a second start winning command is a command output when a game ball enters the second start opening 29 when the second special hold number is the upper limit number.

Next, the special symbol start processing performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described. The special symbol start process is performed as an interrupt process.
In the special symbol start process, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the special game is satisfied. The main control CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when the jackpot game is not in progress and is not in the special game, while a negative determination is made when the jackpot game is in progress or the special game is in progress. If the execution condition of the special game is not satisfied, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process.

On the other hand, when the execution condition of the special game is satisfied, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the second special hold number stored in the main control RAM 40c is "1" or more. When the second special hold number is "1" or more, the main control CPU 40a performs a predetermined process so as to start the second special game. On the other hand, when the second special hold number is not "1" or more, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not the first special hold number stored in the main control RAM 40c is "1" or more. When the first special hold number is "1" or more, the main control CPU 40a performs a predetermined process so as to start the first special game. On the other hand, if the first special hold number is not "1" or more, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. In this way, the main control CPU 40a preferentially executes the second special game over the first special game.

When starting the first special game, the main control CPU 40a updates by subtracting "1" from the number of first special reservations stored in the main control RAM 40c. In this process, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the updated first special hold number is displayed. Then, the main control CPU 40a sets the first hold number command capable of specifying the updated first special hold number in the output buffer. Next, the main control CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main control RAM 40c among the random number information for the first special game. When the main control CPU 40a reads out the random number information stored first, the main control CPU 40a erases the random number information from the main control RAM 40c.

Next, the main control CPU 40a is based on the read random number information, the set value stored in the main set value flag assigned to the main control RAM 40c, and the jackpot determination value stored in the main control ROM 40b. Determine whether or not to win the jackpot. In the present embodiment, for example, the main control is such that the jackpot determination value corresponding to each set value (first to sixth set values) and each probability state (high probability state and low probability state) can be specified. The jackpot determination value is stored in the ROM 40b. Then, the determination of whether or not to win the jackpot is determined by whether or not the value of the random number specified from the random number information matches the current set value and the jackpot determination value corresponding to the current probability state. .. The determination of whether or not to win the jackpot may be made based on whether or not the value obtained by adding the value of the random number specified from the random number information and the jackpot determination value exceeds a predetermined value.

When the jackpot is won, the main control CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol derived in the first special game and the fluctuation pattern of the first special game. For example, the main control CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol derived in the first special game and the fluctuation pattern of the first special game by lottery using the read random number information for the first special game. When the jackpot symbol derived in the first special game is determined, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as a symbol command) that can identify the determined jackpot symbol in the output buffer. When the fluctuation pattern of the first special game is determined, the main control CPU 40a can specify the determined fluctuation pattern, and provides information (hereinafter, referred to as a game start command) instructing the start of the production game based on the fluctuation pattern. Set in the output buffer. After setting the symbol command and the first game start command in the output buffer, the main control CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. In this way, the main control CPU 40a that determines the fluctuation pattern corresponds to the fluctuation pattern determining means.

On the other hand, in the case of a loss that does not win the big hit, the main control CPU 40a determines the loss symbol as the final stop symbol that is fixedly stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display unit 22a. Next, the main control CPU 40a determines a variation pattern from the out-of-reach variation pattern and the out-of-range variation pattern based on the value of the random number used to determine the read variation pattern. In this way, the main control CPU 40a that determines the fluctuation pattern corresponds to the fluctuation pattern determining means.

When the variation pattern and the final stop symbol are determined, the main control CPU 40a sets the symbol command and the first game start command in the output buffer as in the case of the big hit, and then ends the special symbol start process.

When starting the second special game, the main control CPU 40a performs the same control as the control when starting the first special game described above. That is, the main control CPU 40a is based on the subtraction of the second special hold number, the determination of the jackpot symbol or the missed symbol based on the result of the jackpot lottery (big hit determination), the jackpot lottery (big hit determination), and the result of the jackpot lottery (big hit determination). The variation pattern is determined, the symbol command and the second game start command are set in the output buffer, and the special symbol start process is terminated.

Then, when the special symbol start process is completed, the main control CPU 40a executes a special game by performing a process different from the special symbol start process. Specifically, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that the special game is started. The main control CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time defined in the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, the main control CPU 40a controls the information display device 22 so that when the fluctuation time defined in the fluctuation pattern elapses, the special symbol determined in the special symbol start processing is derived. Further, the main control CPU 40a gives an instruction to stop the fluctuation of the effect symbol when the variation time determined for the variation pattern determined in the special symbol start process elapses, and information for deriving the symbol combination by the effect symbol (hereinafter, the game). Set the end command) in the output buffer.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described.
In the jackpot process, the main control CPU 40a controls to give a jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol (type of jackpot) determined in the special symbol start process. That is, the main control CPU 40a grants the jackpot game by executing the jackpot process.

When the big hit special game ends, the main control CPU 40a first sets information (hereinafter, referred to as an opening command) that can specify the start of the opening time in the output buffer. When the opening time elapses, the main control CPU 40a performs a process for executing the round game. Specifically, the main control CPU 40a controls the special actuator A2 so that the big winning opening 31 is opened based on the opening pattern determined by the big hit symbol (type of big hit), and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main control CPU 40a controls the special actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 31 is closed when the first end condition or the second end condition is satisfied, and ends the round game. The main control CPU 40a repeats the process for executing such a round game until the predetermined number of round games are completed.

Further, each time the main control CPU 40a starts a round game, information that can specify the start of the round game (hereinafter, referred to as a round command) is set in the output buffer. When the final round game is completed, the main control CPU 40a sets information (hereinafter, referred to as an ending command) that can specify the start of the ending time in the output buffer. The main control CPU 40a ends the jackpot game when the ending time elapses.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main control CPU 40a will be described.
When the big hit game based on the symbols ZA, Za is given to the main control CPU 40a, a value that can be specified to be controlled to a high probability state at the end of the big hit game is stored in the main control RAM 40c. Set to the status flag. Further, when the big hit game based on the symbols ZA, Za is given to the main control CPU 40a, a value that can be specified to be controlled to the high base state at the end of the big hit game is stored in the main control RAM 40c. Set to the main base state flag. In this case, the main control CPU 40a controls the game state so as to be in a high probability state and a high base state until the next big hit game is started.

When the big hit game based on the symbols ZB and Zb is given to the main control CPU 40a, the main probability stored in the main control RAM 40c is a value that can be specified to be controlled to a low probability state when the big hit game is finished. Set to the status flag. Further, when the big hit game based on the symbols ZB and Zb is given to the main control CPU 40a, a value that can be specified to be controlled to the high base state at the end of the big hit game is stored in the main control RAM 40c. Set to the main base state flag. In this case, since the main control CPU 40a gives a high base state in which the upper limit number of times is set, the number of times corresponding to the upper limit number of times is stored in the main control RAM 40c as the remaining number of times of the special game for giving the high base state.

Then, the main control CPU 40a subtracts "1" from the remaining number of times stored in the main control RAM 40c each time the special game is executed. When the remaining number of times becomes "0", the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to a low base state with the end of the special game in which the remaining number of times becomes "0". Set to. That is, the main control CPU 40a ends the high base state and shifts to the low base state with the end of the upper limit number of special games.

When the big hit game is given, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control the low probability state in the main probability state flag when the big hit game is started. Further, when the big hit game is given, the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control the low base state in the main base state flag when the big hit game is started.

When the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control the low probability state in the main probability state flag, the main control CPU 40a outputs information that can identify the low probability state (hereinafter, referred to as a low probability state command) in the output buffer. Set to. On the other hand, when the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to a high probability state in the main probability state flag, information that can identify that it is in a high probability state (hereinafter, referred to as a high probability state command). ) Is set in the output buffer.

When the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to the low base state in the main base state flag, the main control CPU 40a outputs information that can be specified to be in the low base state (hereinafter referred to as a low base state command) in the output buffer. Set to. On the other hand, when the main control CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control to the high base state in the main base state flag, the information that can be specified to be in the high base state (hereinafter, referred to as a high base state command). ) Is set in the output buffer. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 40a that controls the game state corresponds to the game state control means.

Next, various processes performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described.
First, the sub-control CPU 41a performs various settings (initial settings) necessary for turning on the power as the power is turned on (supplied). After the various settings are completed, the sub-control CPU 41a waits for the input of various commands from the main control CPU 40a. In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a starts up earlier than the main control CPU 40a, and when various commands are input from the main control CPU 40a, the sub-control CPU 41a can stand by.

When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs the set value command, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies the set value from the set value command and stores the specified set value in the sub-set value flag assigned to the sub-control RAM 41c. This sub-set value flag is a flag for the sub-control CPU 41a to specify the set set value.

When the power-on initial command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a reads information indicating the effect content in the initial state from the sub-control ROM 41b, and controls the sub-control CPU 41a to execute the effect with the effect content in the initial state. On the other hand, when the power-on / power-recovery command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a causes the sub-control CPU 41a to execute the effect with the effect content of the state before the return, based on the symbol state specification command input together with the power-on / power-recovery command. Control.

Then, when the effect is executed from the effect contents of the initial state or the state before the return, when a predetermined control command is input from the main control CPU 40a at a predetermined timing, the sub control CPU 41a performs various processes accordingly. Become.

Here, an example of various processes performed by the sub-control CPU 41a when a predetermined control command is input from the main control CPU 40a at a predetermined timing will be described below.
The effect game processing performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described.

The sub-control CPU 41a determines the symbol combination to be derived in the production game based on the game start command and the symbol command. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is the jackpot symbol, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol. When the special symbol that can be specified from the symbol command is an outlier symbol, the sub-control CPU 41a determines the outlier symbol combination according to the effect symbol.

In particular, the sub-control CPU 41a identifies the variation pattern based on the game start command. The sub-control CPU 41a satisfies the execution condition of the reach effect based on the specified fluctuation pattern, and when the reach effect is executed in the effect game, the outlier symbol combination including the reach (for example, "787") To decide. In the present embodiment, it is defined that the out-of-reach variation pattern is determined as the execution condition of the reach effect. As an execution condition of the reach effect, it may be defined that the sub-control CPU 41a performs a predetermined reach lottery and wins the reach lottery.

Further, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the effect symbols are variably displayed in each row, triggered by the input of the game start command. That is, the sub-control CPU 41a starts the production game. When a predetermined timing arrives after the sub-control CPU 41a starts the effect game, the sub-control CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination according to the determined effect symbol, and the symbol combination according to the determined effect symbol is triggered by the input of the game end command. To derive. The sub-control CPU 41a may time the fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, and derive the symbol combination with the passage of the fluctuation time, regardless of the game end command. In this case, the game end command may be omitted.

In this way, the effect display device 27 executes an effect based on the variation pattern (for example, a reach effect) during the execution of the special game. That is, the sub-control CPU 41a controls to execute the effect based on the fluctuation pattern determined by the main control CPU 40a. In the present embodiment, such a sub-control CPU 41a corresponds to the effect control means.

Next, the jackpot effect processing performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described.
The sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the opening effect is performed when the opening command is input. The sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that a round effect is performed when a round command is input. Further, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the round effect when the round end command is input. The sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 so that the ending effect is performed when the ending command is input. In this way, the sub-control CPU 41a executes the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect as the big hit effect during the big hit game.

In the present embodiment, the sub-control CPU 41a may control at least one of the decorative lamp 17 and the speaker 18 in addition to the effect display device 27 so that various effects are performed.

Next, the game state processing performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described.
When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs the low-probability state command, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the low-probability state in the sub-probability state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs a high-probability state command, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the high-probability state in the sub-probability state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. The sub-control CPU 41a can specify whether the current gaming state is a low-probability state or a high-probability state by referring to the sub-probability state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c.

When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs a low-base state command, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the low-base state in the sub-base state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. When the sub-control CPU 41a inputs the high-base state command, the sub-control CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the high-base state in the sub-base state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c. The sub-control CPU 41a can identify whether the current gaming state is the low base state or the high base state by referring to the sub-base state flag stored in the sub-control RAM 41c.

In the present embodiment, the setting suggestion effect can be executed. The setting suggestion effect is an effect executed in an effect mode according to the set current set value, and is a suggestion effect that suggests the current set value. The setting suggestion effect is an effect that is executed when the execution condition is satisfied. The setting suggestion effect includes a first setting suggestion effect and a second setting suggestion effect.

As shown in FIG. 5A, in the first setting suggestion effect, when the special game is executed in the low base state, the first special hold number is the upper limit and the game ball is inserted into the first starting port 28. This is an effect in which the execution condition can be satisfied when the ball enters, and a special character image imitating the character CA is displayed on the effect display device 27. Further, in the first setting suggestion effect, when the special game is executed in the high base state, the second special hold number is the upper limit in the high base state, and the game ball enters the second starting port 29. This is an effect in which the execution condition can sometimes be satisfied, and a special sound is output from the speaker 18.

As shown in FIG. 5B, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the execution condition can be satisfied when the specific reach effect is executed when the special game is executed in the low base state. This is an effect in which a background image of a special color different from the normal color is displayed on the effect display device 27. That is, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the specific reach effect is executed with the background image of the special color during the execution of the special game. The second setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the execution condition is not satisfied in the high base state. Further, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the execution condition can be satisfied by determining the variation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed, and whether or not the game ball has entered each of the starting ports 28 and 29. It is a production that can satisfy the execution conditions regardless of.

In this way, the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect are controlled to the low base state and the high base state when the set setting value is any of the settings 4 and above. It can be said that the production is performed in a different production mode from when it is being performed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the first setting suggestion effect can be executed when the set setting value is set 3 or more, and the set setting value is set. Is an unexecutable effect when is set to 2 or less. That is, by executing the first setting suggestion effect, it becomes possible to specify that the set value is set to 3 or more, and the set set value is suggested.

Further, the first setting suggestion effect can be executed when the set setting value is set 5 or more when the second setting suggestion effect is executed, and the set setting value is set 4 or less. It is an unexecutable effect when it is (in the figure, "indicated as duplicate execution"). That is, by executing the first setting suggestion effect while the second setting suggestion effect is being executed, it becomes possible to specify that the set value is set to 5 or more, and the set value is set. Is suggested.

In the present embodiment, it is not possible to specify that the set value is set to 5 or more by performing the second setting suggestion effect while the first setting suggestion effect is being executed. No. Therefore, it becomes possible to specify that the set value set by executing the first setting suggestion effect is set 3 or more, and then the set value set by executing the second setting suggestion effect is set 4 or more. It becomes possible to identify that there is.

On the other hand, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect that can be executed when the set setting value is set 4 or more, and cannot be executed when the set set value is set 3 or less. That is, by executing the second setting suggestion effect, it becomes possible to specify that the set value is set to 4 or more, and the set set value is suggested.

In the present embodiment, the execution probability (execution frequency) of the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect may differ depending on the set value and the controlled base state. Specifically, when the set value is any of the settings 4 and above, the execution probability that the second setting suggestion effect is executed in the low base state is executed, and the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the low base state. Is higher than the execution probability. Further, the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the low base state is higher than the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state. Further, the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state without executing the second setting suggestion effect in the high base state, and the execution that the second setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state. Higher than probability.

Further, when the set value is set 3, the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the low base state is higher than the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state. .. Further, the second setting suggestion effect is not executed in the low base state and the high base state, the execution probability that the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state, and the second setting suggestion effect in the high base state. Higher than the execution probability of being executed.

In the present embodiment, the execution probability of the first setting suggestion effect is lower than that of the second setting suggestion effect. Then, the appearance of the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect also considers the degree of entry of the game ball into each of the starting ports 28 and 29, the probability that the specific fluctuation pattern is determined, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern, and the like. The rate also has the same relationship as the execution probability of the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect.

In this way, the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect are controlled to the low base state and the high base state when the set setting value is any of the settings 4 and above. It can be said that it is an effect that is executed with a different execution probability than when it is done. Further, the first setting suggestion effect is executed differently when the set setting value is any of setting 3 or higher, when it is controlled to the low base state and when it is controlled to the high base state. It can be said that it is a production that is executed with probability. The execution probability of the setting suggestion effect includes the execution probability that the setting suggestion effect is not executed.

In the present embodiment, the first setting suggestion effect corresponds to the special effect and the first special effect, and the second setting suggestion effect corresponds to the special effect and the second special effect, respectively. Further, in the present embodiment, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect corresponds to the special condition and the first special condition, and the execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect corresponds to the special condition and the second special condition, respectively. In the present embodiment, at least one of the settings 3 to 6 corresponds to the specific setting information. In the present embodiment, the effect mode for displaying the background image of the special color corresponds to the specific effect mode. In the present embodiment, the specific reach effect corresponds to the predetermined effect.

Next, the display mode of the image in the effect display device 27 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 6A, in the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed in the low base state, and as shown in FIG. 6B, the special game When the execution is started, the effect symbol that has been fixed and stopped is displayed in a variable manner. Further, in that case, a notification image "Suggest setting by over winning" may be displayed. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to identify that the set value set by over-winning is suggested. Examples of such a notification image include "may be high setting with character CA", "may be high setting with special voice", "may be high setting with special color background image", and "may be high setting with special color background image". There is also a higher setting.

Then, as shown in FIG. 6C, when the first special hold number is the upper limit, when the game ball enters the first start opening 28, a special character image imitating the character CA is displayed. It may be displayed. By executing the first setting suggestion effect in which a special character image is displayed in this way, it becomes possible to identify that the set setting value is set 3 or more, and the set setting value suggests. Will be done. Then, as shown in FIG. 6D, the effect symbol may be displayed as a fixed stop display as an out-of-order symbol combination.

As shown in FIG. 6E, when the execution of the next special game is started, the effect symbols that have been fixedly stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. Then, as shown in FIG. 6 (f), the effect symbols in the left column and the right column are temporarily stopped and displayed as a combination of reach symbols, and as shown in FIG. 6 (g), the specific reach effect is executed. In this case, a normal color background image and a character image imitating the character CB are displayed. As described above, when the specific reach effect is executed, the set value is not suggested by displaying the background image of the normal color. Then, as shown in FIG. 6 (h), the effect symbol may be displayed as a fixed stop display as an out-of-order symbol combination.

As shown in FIG. 7A, when the execution of the next special game is started, the effect symbols that have been fixedly stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. Then, as shown in FIG. 7 (b), the effect symbols in the left column and the right column are temporarily stopped and displayed as a combination of reach symbols, and as shown in FIG. 7 (c), the specific reach effect is executed. In this case, a background image of a special color and a character image imitating the character CB are displayed. In this way, when the specific reach effect is executed, it is specified that the set value is set to 4 or more by executing the second setting suggestion effect in which the background image of the special color is displayed. It becomes possible, and the set value that has been set is suggested. Then, as shown in FIG. 7D, the effect symbol may be displayed as a fixed stop display as a jackpot symbol combination.

Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 7 (e), the jackpot game is started. During the jackpot game, even when each special hold number is the upper limit number and the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29, the first setting suggestion effect is not executed. Further, in the variable interval time, even when each special hold number is the upper limit number and the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29, the first setting suggestion effect is not executed.

As shown in FIG. 7 (f), when the jackpot game is completed, the game is in a high base state and the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, and as shown in FIG. 7 (g), the execution of the special game is started. Then, the effect symbol that has been fixedly stopped and displayed is displayed in a variable manner. Then, when the second special hold number is the upper limit number, a special sound may be output from the speaker 18 when the game ball enters the second starting port 29. By executing the first setting suggestion effect in which the special sound is output in this way, it becomes possible to identify that the set setting value is set 3 or more, and the set setting value is suggested. It will be. Then, as shown in FIG. 7 (h), the effect symbol may be displayed as a fixed stop display as an out-of-order symbol combination.

As shown in FIG. 8 (a), the effect symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the low base state, and as shown in FIG. 8 (b), when the execution of the special game is started, the fixed stop display is displayed. The effect pattern that has been played is displayed in a variable manner.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8C, when a full error occurs, an error image "Please pull out the ball" is displayed on the effect display device 27, and "Please pull out the ball" is displayed. By outputting the error voice from the speaker 18, an error notification is performed regarding the full error. In this case, the error image "Please pull out the ball" is an image displayed as the frontmost image in a part of the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and the variation display of the effect symbol or the like is displayed. It is visible.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8D, even when a full error occurs, when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 when the first special hold number is the upper limit number. , A special character image imitating the character CA may be displayed. Even in this case, the error image "Please pull out the ball" is an image displayed in a part of the display area 27r of the effect display device 27, and a special character image can be visually recognized. In this way, even when a full error occurs, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is permitted.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8E, when the execution of the special game is started in the low base state, the effect symbols that have been fixedly stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. Then, as shown in FIG. 8 (f), when a radio wave error occurs, error images such as "error", "radio wave detected", and "call a staff member" are displayed on the effect display device 27. At the same time, the error voice "Radio wave detected" is output from the speaker 18, so that an error notification is performed regarding the occurrence of a radio wave error. In this case, the error images "error", "radio wave detected", and "call a staff member" are displayed as the frontmost image in all the display areas 27r of the effect display device 27. It is an image, and the variable display of the effect pattern is invisible. In addition, when a radio wave error occurs, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted, and when the first special hold number is the upper limit, when the game ball enters the first starting port 28. , A special character image imitating the character CA is not displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8 (g), when the radio wave error is canceled, the display of the image accompanying the execution of the special game is resumed, such as the effect symbol being displayed in a variable manner. Then, as shown in FIG. 8H, when the radio wave error is canceled, the character CA is used when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 in the case where the first special hold number is the upper limit number. A special character image imitating the above may be displayed. In this way, when the radio wave error is canceled, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is permitted.

Here, an error control process for executing error control for various errors will be described. The error control process is a process called by the main control CPU 40a at predetermined intervals.

The main control CPU 40a determines whether or not there is a radio wave error based on the signal from the induction electric field sensor SE6. In this process, when the main control CPU 40a detects a predetermined radio wave over a predetermined continuous period based on the signal from the induction electric field sensor SE6, it determines that it is a radio wave error and identifies the radio wave error. Possible information is stored in the main control RAM 40c. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can identify the occurrence of a radio wave error.

Further, when the main control CPU 40a determines that the radio wave error occurs, the main control CPU 40a sets the radio wave error counter assigned to the main control RAM 40c with information capable of specifying a predetermined time (30s in the present embodiment). Then, when the main control CPU 40a determines that the information capable of identifying the radio wave error is still stored in the main control RAM 40c but has not detected a predetermined radio wave, the radio wave error counter is not "0". , Subtract the radio wave error counter. Then, when the radio wave error counter becomes "0", the main control CPU 40a erases the information that can identify the radio wave error from the main control RAM 40c. As a result, when the main control CPU 40a detects the occurrence of a radio wave error, it determines whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed after determining that the predetermined radio wave has not been detected, and when the predetermined time has elapsed. , It becomes possible to specify the cancellation of the radio wave error.

Further, when the information that can identify the radio wave error is stored in the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a sets the radio wave error command that can identify the occurrence of the radio wave error in the output buffer at each predetermined cycle. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can output a radio wave error command to the sub control CPU 41a.

Next, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not there is a full error based on the signal from the full sensor SE7. In this process, the main control CPU 40a determines that a full error occurs when the game ball is detected for a predetermined continuous period based on the signal from the full sensor SE7, and can identify the full error. The information is stored in the main control RAM 40c. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can identify the occurrence of a full error.

Further, the main control CPU 40a still stores information capable of identifying the full error in the main control RAM 40c, but identifies the full error when the game ball is not detected based on the signal from the full sensor SE7. Erase possible information from the main control RAM 40c. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can specify the cancellation of the full error when it is determined that the game ball has not detected the occurrence of the full error.

Further, when the main control CPU 40a stores the information that can identify the full error in the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a sets a full error command that can identify the occurrence of the full error in the output buffer. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can output a full error command to the sub control CPU 41a. When the main control CPU 40a erases the information that can identify the full error from the main control RAM 40c, the main control CPU 40a sets a full error release command that can specify the release of the full error in the output buffer. As a result, the main control CPU 40a can output a full error release command to the sub control CPU 41a.

In the present embodiment, even when a radio wave error or a full error occurs, various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process are performed as in the case where the radio wave error or the full error does not occur. It is executed, but it is not limited to this. For example, even when a radio wave error occurs, the execution of various processes such as the special symbol input process and the special symbol start process may be interrupted, unlike the case where the radio wave error does not occur.

Next, an error notification process for performing error notification for various errors will be described. The error notification process is a process called by the sub-control CPU 41a at predetermined intervals.

The sub-control CPU 41a displays the error image of the radio wave error on the effect display device 27 and outputs the error sound of the radio wave error from the speaker 18 triggered by the input of the radio wave error command. As a result, the effect display device 27 and the speaker 18 notify the occurrence of a radio wave error. In the present embodiment, the error image of the radio wave error is superimposed on the image in the effect symbol variation game, the jackpot game, and the standby state and displayed as the frontmost image. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the radio wave error error notification when the radio wave error command is not input again within a predetermined time after the radio wave error command is input.

Further, the sub-control CPU 41a displays the error image of the full error on the effect display device 27 and outputs the error sound of the full error from the speaker 18 triggered by the input of the full error command. As a result, the effect display device 27 and the speaker 18 notify the occurrence of a full error. In the present embodiment, the error image of the full error is superimposed on the image in the effect symbol variation game, the jackpot game, and the standby state and displayed as the frontmost image. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the error notification of the full error when the full error release command is input.

In this way, when the main control CPU 40a determines that the radio wave error occurs, the speaker 18 and the effect display device 27 notify the radio wave error. Further, when the main control CPU 40a determines that the full error has occurred, the speaker 18 and the effect display device 27 notify the full error. In the present embodiment, the speaker 18 and the effect display device 27 that perform error notification correspond to the notification means.

Next, the broadcast image display control process for displaying the broadcast image will be described. The broadcast image display control process is a process called by the sub-control CPU 41a triggered by the input of the game start command.

The sub-control CPU 41a performs a notification image display lottery. In the present embodiment, the broadcast image display lottery is a lottery for determining whether or not to display the broadcast image and the type of the broadcast image to be displayed with a predetermined probability. Further, in the present embodiment, as the notification image, for example, "suggest setting by over winning", "may be high setting by character CA", "may be high setting by special voice", "may be high setting by special color background image". , "Higher setting with character CA of special color background image" is included. Then, when the sub-control CPU 41a wins the notification image display lottery, the sub-control CPU 41a stores information indicating the type of the notification image to be displayed in the sub-control RAM 41c, and ends the notification image display control process.

In a process different from the broadcast image display control process, when information indicating the type of the broadcast image to be displayed is stored in the sub-control RAM 41c, the sub-control CPU 41a sets by displaying the broadcast image on the effect display device 27. It is possible to perform notification that can identify that the determination probability of the setting suggestion fluctuation pattern differs depending on the set value.

Next, with reference to FIG. 9, the first setting suggestion effect control process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described. The first setting suggestion effect control process is a process executed when any one of the first start winning command and the second start winning command is input.

As shown in FIG. 9, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the standby timer is “0” (step S101). This standby timer is assigned to the sub-control RAM 41c, and is a timer for controlling the execution interval of the first setting suggestion effect. That is, the standby timer is a timer for determining whether or not a predetermined time has elapsed since the first setting suggestion effect was previously executed.

When it is determined that the standby timer is not "0", the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process. As a result, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted until a predetermined time elapses after the first setting suggestion effect is executed.

On the other hand, when the standby timer is determined to be "0", the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the special game is in progress (step S102). If it is not determined in this process that the special game is in progress, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process. As a result, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted when not in the special game, that is, during the big hit game, the variable interval time, and the standby state.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the special game is in progress, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether a predetermined time has elapsed since the occurrence of the specific error (step S103). In the present embodiment, the specific error corresponds to a serious error such as a radio wave error, and does not correspond to a minor error such as a full error, but is not limited to this. In the present embodiment, when a radio wave error is applied as a specific error, the sub-control CPU 41a specifies when the radio wave error command is not input again within a predetermined time after the radio wave error command is input. It is determined that a predetermined time has passed since the occurrence of the error. If it is not determined that the predetermined time has elapsed since the occurrence of the specific error, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process. As a result, when the predetermined time has not elapsed since the occurrence of the specific error, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted.

In particular, in the present embodiment, when a radio wave error occurs in a low base state, the display of the character image as the first setting suggestion effect is restricted, so that the error image of the radio wave error can be easily identified. can. On the other hand, when a radio wave error occurs in a high base state, the output of the special sound as the first setting suggestion effect is restricted, so that the error sound of the radio wave error can be easily identified.

On the other hand, when it is determined that a predetermined time has elapsed from the occurrence of the specific error, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the sub-base state is in the low base state based on the value set in the sub-base state flag (step S104). ). If it is determined that the base state is low, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to step S105. On the other hand, if it is not determined that the base state is low, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to step S106.

In step S105, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the first special hold number is the upper limit number and the first start winning command is input. That is, in the low base state, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the first starting port 28 when the maximum number of the first special hold numbers is reached (so-called "over winning". "). If it is not determined that the first special hold number is the upper limit and the first start winning command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the first special hold number is the upper limit number and the first start winning command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a proceeds to step S107. As described above, when the number of first special holdings is the upper limit in the low base state, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting port 28.

In step S106, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the second special hold number is the upper limit number and the second start winning command is input. That is, in the high base state, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the game ball has entered the second starting port 29 when the upper limit of the second special hold number is reached (so-called “over winning”). "). When it is not determined that the second special hold number is the upper limit number and the second start winning command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process. On the other hand, when it is not determined that the second special hold number is the upper limit number and the second start winning command is input, the sub-control CPU 41a proceeds to step S107. As described above, when the number of second special holdings is the upper limit in the high base state, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied when the game ball enters the second starting port 29.

In step S107, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the game is a special game in which the second setting suggestion effect is executed based on the information set in the second setting suggestion effect execution flag. The second setting suggestion effect execution flag is a flag in which information that can specify whether or not to execute the second setting suggestion effect and the effect content of the second setting suggestion effect to be executed is set. The second setting suggestion effect execution flag is a flag that is set when the special game in which the second setting suggestion effect is executed is started, and is initialized when the special game is finished. In this way, in the present embodiment, it is determined whether or not the special game in which the second setting suggestion effect is executed is being executed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the second setting suggestion effect is executed. In the special game, it may be determined whether or not it is the period during which the second setting suggestion effect is actually executed. If it is not determined that the game is a special game in which the second setting suggestion effect is executed, the sub-control CPU 41a shifts to step S109 without executing step S108.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the game is a special game in which the second setting suggestion effect is executed, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the current set value is set 5 or more (step S108). When it is determined that the current set value is not set 5 or more, the first setting suggestion effect control process is terminated. As a result, when the second setting suggestion effect is executed, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted when the current setting value is not set 5 or more (any of the setting 4 or less). Become. On the other hand, if it is determined that the current set value is set 5 or more, the process proceeds to step S109.

In step S109, the sub-control CPU 41a performs the first setting suggestion effect lottery for determining whether or not to execute the first setting suggestion effect and the effect content (type) of the first setting suggestion effect. Execute the production lottery process. In the present embodiment, the first setting suggestion effect lottery is a lottery that wins when the current set value is set 3 or more, and is a lottery that wins with a higher probability as the set value becomes larger. Therefore, the first setting suggestion effect is an effect that can specify that the setting is 3 or more and suggests the set value. Further, in the present embodiment, when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 in the low base state, there is a higher probability than when the game ball enters the second starting port 29 in the high base state. The execution of the setting suggestion effect is decided. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the first setting suggestion effect lottery has been won (step S110). If it is not determined that the first setting suggestion effect lottery has been won, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the first setting suggestion effect control process.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the first setting suggestion effect lottery has been won, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the first setting suggestion effect execution flag in the sub-control RAM 41c (step S111), and can specify a predetermined time in the standby timer. Value is set (step S112), and the first setting suggestion effect control process is terminated. The first setting suggestion effect execution flag is a flag in which information that can specify whether or not to execute the first setting suggestion effect and the effect content (type) of the first setting suggestion effect to be executed is set. In particular, when the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the low base state, information that can identify the effect content in which a special character image imitating the character CA is displayed is set in the first setting suggestion effect execution flag. Will be done. On the other hand, when the first setting suggestion effect is executed in the high base state, the information that can specify the effect content for which the special sound is output is set in the first setting suggestion effect execution flag. Further, the first setting suggestion effect execution flag is a flag that is set when the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is started and is initialized when the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is completed. Further, the standby timer is set with a value capable of specifying a time equal to or longer than the effect time of the first setting suggestion effect.

In addition, in this embodiment, since the game balls are fired at intervals of 0.6 s and the minimum fluctuation time of one special game is 3 s, from the start to the end of one special game. A plurality of game balls can enter each of the starting ports 28 and 29. Then, on the premise of such a configuration, when the set value is the same, each start port 28 is from the time when each special hold number becomes the upper limit until the number is not the upper limit. It is stipulated that the first setting suggestion effect lottery is won with the same probability regardless of the number of balls entered in, 29. That is, a plurality of game balls can enter each of the starting ports 28 and 29 from the time when each special hold number reaches the upper limit until the number does not reach the upper limit, and the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is It can be said that this is a condition that is satisfied with the same probability regardless of the number of game balls that have entered each start port 28 when the game balls have entered the start ports 28 and 29.

In a process different from the first setting suggestion effect control process, when the information that can identify that the first setting suggestion effect is executed is set in the first setting suggestion effect execution flag, the sub-control CPU 41a is set to the first setting. Based on the information stored in the suggestion effect execution flag, the effect content of the first setting suggestion effect is specified. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a executes the first setting suggestion effect with the specified effect content. Specifically, the sub-control CPU 41a controls the effect display device 27 to display a special character image imitating the character CA in the low base state. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 41a controls to output the special sound from the speaker 18 in the high base state. As a result, the sub-control CPU 41a controls to execute the first setting suggestion effect.

As described above, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 when the first special hold number is the upper limit when the first setting suggestion effect is controlled to the low base state. It is a condition that can be satisfied, and when it is controlled to a high base state, it is a condition that can be satisfied when a game ball enters the second starting port 29 when the second special hold number is the upper limit number.

Next, with reference to FIG. 10, the second setting suggestion effect control process performed by the sub-control CPU 41a will be described. The second setting suggestion effect control process is a process executed when the game start command is input.

As shown in FIG. 10, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the fluctuation pattern specified by the game start command is a specific fluctuation pattern (step S121). In the present embodiment, the specific variation pattern is a variation pattern that can be determined in a low base state. Further, the specific fluctuation pattern is a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a missed reach fluctuation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed, and is a fluctuation pattern having a longer fluctuation time than the missed fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect is not executed. If it is not determined that the variation pattern specified by the game start command is the specific variation pattern, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the second setting suggestion effect control process.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the fluctuation pattern specified by the game start command is a specific fluctuation pattern, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not to execute the second setting suggestion effect, and the effect content (type) of the second setting suggestion effect. The second setting suggestion effect lottery process for performing the second setting suggestion effect lottery for determining the above is executed (step S122). Then, the sub-control CPU 41a determines whether or not the second setting suggestion effect lottery has been won (step S123). If it is not determined that the second setting suggestion effect lottery has been won, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the second setting suggestion effect control process.

On the other hand, when it is determined that the second setting suggestion effect lottery has been won, the sub-control CPU 41a sets the information that can specify the effect content of the second setting suggestion effect to be executed in the second setting suggestion effect execution flag (step S124). ), The second setting suggestion effect control process is terminated. The second setting suggestion effect execution flag is a flag that is initialized by inputting a game end command.

In the present embodiment, the second setting suggestion effect lottery is a lottery that can be executed by inputting a game start command that specifies a specific variation pattern that can be determined in the low base state, and the second setting suggestion effect is in the low base state. It is a feasible production. As described above, the execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect is a condition for determining whether or not the specific variation pattern is satisfied when the specific variation pattern is determined.

Further, in the present embodiment, the second setting suggestion effect lottery is a lottery that wins when the current set value is set 4 or more, and is a lottery that wins with a higher probability as the set value becomes larger. Therefore, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect that can identify that the setting is 4 or more, and is an effect that suggests the set value.

In a process different from the second setting suggestion effect control process, when the information that can identify that the second setting suggestion effect is executed is set in the second setting suggestion effect execution flag, the sub-control CPU 41a is set to the second setting. Based on the information stored in the suggestion effect execution flag, the effect content of the second setting suggestion effect is specified. Then, the sub-control CPU 41a controls to display the background image of the special color on the effect display device 27 so that the second setting suggestion effect is executed with the specified effect content. As a result, the sub-control CPU 41a controls to execute the second setting suggestion effect.

In the present embodiment, the out-of-order variation pattern corresponds to the first variation pattern, and the specific variation pattern (big hit variation pattern and out-of-reach variation pattern) in which the specific reach effect is executed corresponds to the second variation pattern.

Next, an execution mode of the first setting suggestion effect will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 11, when each special hold number is the upper limit number and the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29, the permissible period during which the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied and There is a regulation period in which the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect cannot be established. In the present embodiment, the permissible period in which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is permitted corresponds to the first period, and the regulation period in which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted corresponds to the second period.

As shown in FIG. 11A, when the execution of the special game is started at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T10, the permissible period during which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is allowed is reached until the execution of the specific game is completed. .. Further, when the execution of the specific game is completed and the variable interval time is started at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T11, the regulation period in which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted is set.

When the fluctuation interval time elapses at the timing indicated by reference numeral T12 and the execution of the next special game is started, the allowable period is reached. In this special game, even if the execution of the specific reach effect (indicated as “specific R” in the figure) is started at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T13, the allowable period is set. As described above, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that can be satisfied during the execution of the special game and the execution of the specific reach effect (particularly, the second setting suggestion effect).

Then, when the execution of the specific game is completed at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T14, the variable interval time is started and the regulation period is set. Further, even if the variable interval time elapses at the timing indicated by reference numeral T15 and the jackpot game is started, the regulation period is continued. As described above, the regulation period includes a period from the end of execution of the special game to the elapse of the variable interval time, and a period in which the jackpot game is granted. In other words, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that cannot be satisfied regardless of whether or not the game ball has entered the starting ports 28 and 29 during the big hit game.

As shown in FIG. 11B, when the execution of the special game is started at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T20, the allowable period is reached. Then, at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T21, the first special hold number is the upper limit number, and the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is started in response to the game ball entering the first start port 28. Then, the regulation period is set over the specified time t0. In the present embodiment, the specified time t0 is longer than the effect time of the first setting suggestion effect. Then, the first setting suggestion effect is executed from the timing indicated by the reference numeral T21 to the timing indicated by the reference numeral T22, and when the specified time elapses from the timing indicated by the reference numeral T21, the allowable period is reached at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T23. As described above, the regulation period includes a period from when the game ball enters the starting ports 28 and 29 and when the first setting suggestion effect is executed until the specified time elapses.

As shown in FIG. 11C, when the execution of the special game is started at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T30, the allowable period is reached. Then, when the occurrence of a radio wave error is detected at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T31 and the radio wave error command is input to the sub-control CPU 41a, the regulation period is set. Subsequently, after the radio wave error command is input at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T32, when the predetermined time t1 elapses at the timing indicated by the reference numeral T33 without the radio wave error command being input, the allowable period is reached. In this way, the regulation period extends from the timing indicated by the reference numeral T31 to the timing indicated by the reference numeral T33. In the present embodiment, the predetermined time t1 is longer than the effect time of the first setting suggestion effect. In the present embodiment, the regulation period includes a timing when a specific error such as a radio wave error is determined, and a timing when a predetermined time elapses without inputting a radio wave error command after the determination as a specific error. There is a period between. In other words, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that cannot be satisfied when it is determined that the radio wave error occurs.

As described in detail above, the present embodiment has the following effects.
(1) One of a plurality of set values for which the jackpot probability is determined is set. Therefore, since the jackpot probability changes according to the set value, the game can be changed, and the interest in the game can be improved.

(2) In addition to this, there are a first setting suggestion effect and a second setting suggestion effect as suggestion effects suggesting the set values set among the plurality of set values. The first setting suggestion effect is when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 when the first special hold number is the upper limit in the low base state, and when the second special hold number is the upper limit in the high base state. In this case, it is an effect that can be executed when the game ball enters the second starting port 29. On the other hand, the second setting suggestion effect is an effect that can be executed regardless of whether or not a game ball has entered the starting ports 28 and 29. Therefore, in order to predict the set value, it is possible to raise the expectation for the execution of each setting suggestion effect, and by providing an opportunity to insert the game ball into each of the starting ports 28 and 29. , You can play an active game. Then, in addition to this, it is possible to give diversity to the setting suggestion effect while paying attention to whether each special hold number is the upper limit number or whether the game ball has entered the starting ports 28 and 29. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(3) In particular, the first setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the execution condition can be satisfied when each special hold number reaches the upper limit. Therefore, even if each holding condition is not satisfied, intentionally stopping the launch of the game ball (so-called "stop hitting") is suppressed in order to predict the set value, and each of them is suppressed. By providing an opportunity for a game ball to enter the starting ports 28 and 29, it is possible to play an active game and improve the interest in the game.

(4) The execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that can be satisfied during the execution of the special game and the execution of the specific reach effect. Therefore, even when the special game is being executed and the specific reach effect is being executed, an opportunity to insert a game ball into each of the starting ports 28 and 29 is provided in order to predict the set value. As a result, it is possible to play an active game and improve the interest in the game.

(5) There are an out-of-order variation pattern in which the reach effect is not executed and a variation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed (out-of-reach variation pattern and jackpot variation pattern). The fluctuation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed is a fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time is longer than the out-of-range fluctuation pattern. The execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect is a condition for determining whether or not it is satisfied when the fluctuation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed is determined, and the second setting suggestion effect is during the execution of the special game. This is an effect in which a specific reach effect is executed with a background image of a special color. On the other hand, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that can be satisfied during the execution of the second setting suggestion effect. Therefore, when the fluctuation time is longer than the out-of-order fluctuation pattern and the fluctuation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed is determined, the expectation that the second setting suggestion effect is executed can be raised. Then, in addition to this, even when the second setting suggestion effect is executed, the game is actively played by providing an opportunity for the game ball to enter each starting port 28.29. It is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(6) When it is determined that the specific error is a radio wave error or the like, the notification regarding the specific error is performed. The execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that cannot be satisfied when it is determined that a specific error occurs. Therefore, when it is determined that a specific error occurs, even if the game balls are inserted into the starting ports 28 and 29, the first setting suggestion effect is not executed, and the notification regarding the specific error is prioritized. Can be done.

(7) A plurality of game balls can enter each starting port 28.29 from the time when each special hold number reaches the upper limit until the number does not reach the upper limit, and the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is , It is a condition that is satisfied with the same probability regardless of the number of game balls that have entered each of the starting ports 28 and 29. For this reason, the opportunity to insert a game ball into each of the starting ports 28 and 29 is continued in order to predict the set value from the time when each special hold number reaches the upper limit number to the time when the upper limit number is not reached. Can be provided. Then, in addition to this, the first setting suggestion effect can be executed without changing the probability regardless of the number of game balls entered in each of the starting ports 28 and 29, and the interest in the game is improved. Can be planned.

(8) The first setting suggestion effect is an effect in which the execution probability and the effect mode differ depending on the game state when the set set value is any of the settings 3 and above. Therefore, in order to predict the set value, it is possible to raise the expectation for the execution of the first setting suggestion effect, and whether each special hold number is the upper limit number or the starting ports 28 and 29 are used. It is possible to make people pay attention to whether or not the game ball has entered, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(9) In addition to this, even when the set value is any of the same setting 3 or more, the execution probability of the first setting suggestion effect and the effect mode of the special effect are varied. While holding it, it is possible to make the player aware of the controlled game state, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(10) The execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting port 28 when the first special hold number is the upper limit when the first setting suggestion effect is controlled to the low base state. It is a possible condition, and when it is controlled to a high base state, it is a condition that can be satisfied when the game ball enters the second starting port 29 when the second special holding number is the upper limit number. Then, the first setting suggestion effect differs depending on whether the set value is controlled to the low base state or the high base state when the set value is any of the same setting 4 or higher. It is an effect that is executed with an execution probability. Therefore, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied both when the control is performed in the low base state and when the control is performed in the high base state. On the other hand, the type of the starting port for which the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied depending on whether the ball is controlled to the low base state or the high base state is set as the starting port that makes it easy to enter the ball. Therefore, the execution probability of the first setting suggestion effect can be improved, and the interest in the game can be improved.

(11) Further, depending on whether the control is performed in the low base state or the high base state, the first setting suggestion is made in addition to the type of the starting port for which the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied. The execution probability of the production can be different. Therefore, while giving diversity to the type of starting port and the execution probability of the first setting suggestion effect, whether it is controlled to a low base state or a high base state, the type of start port, and the first setting suggestion effect. It is possible to pay attention to the execution probability of the game, and to improve the interest in the game.

(12) Further, depending on whether the control is performed in the low base state or the high base state, the first setting suggestion suggestion is made in addition to the type of the starting port for which the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied. The production mode of the production can be different. Therefore, while giving diversity to the type of starting port and the production mode of the first setting suggestion effect, whether it is controlled to a low base state or a high base state, the type of start port, and the first setting suggestion effect. It is possible to pay attention to the production mode of the game, and to improve the interest in the game.

(13) Further, whether the first special hold number is the upper limit, the second special hold number is the upper limit, the game ball has entered the first start port 28, or the game has been played in the second start port 29. It is possible to distinguish and pay attention to the target that can predict the set value such as whether or not the ball has entered, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(14) The execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect is a condition that cannot be established regardless of whether or not the game ball has entered the starting ports 28 and 29 during the big hit game. Therefore, during the big hit game, when each special hold number does not decrease, the first setting suggestion effect is controlled so as not to be executed regardless of whether or not the game balls have entered the starting ports 28 and 29. , It is possible to concentrate on the fact that the jackpot game, which is advantageous for the player, is given, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

(15) The first setting suggestion effect is a condition that can be established when a game ball enters each start port 28, 29 within an allowable period when each special hold number is the upper limit, while it is regulated. This is a condition that cannot be established when a game ball enters the starting ports 28 and 29 during the period. Therefore, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied when the game balls enter the starting ports 28 and 29 within the permissible period even when each special hold number is the upper limit. , It is a condition that cannot be established when a game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29 during the regulation period. The regulation period includes a period from the end of execution of the special game to the elapse of the variable interval time. It should be noted that the period from the end of the execution of the special game to the elapse of the variable interval time during which the execution of the next special game is permitted is a period in which it is difficult for the player to recognize each special hold number. Therefore, in such a period, when each special hold number is the upper limit number, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect cannot be satisfied even when the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29. be. Then, by restricting the execution of the first setting suggestion effect, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to feel doubts about the establishment of the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect, and it is possible to suppress the decline in the interest in the game. ..

(16) The regulation period includes a period from when the game ball enters the starting ports 28 and 29 and when the first setting suggestion effect is executed until the specified time elapses. Therefore, the game ball enters the start ports 28 and 29, and the next game ball enters the start ports 28 and 29 by the time when the specified time elapses after the first setting suggestion effect is executed. Even in this case, it is possible to control so that the first setting suggestion effect is not executed according to the entry of the game ball into the starting ports 28 and 29. Therefore, it is possible to control so that the first setting suggestion effect is not continuously executed without the lapse of the specified time, the effect of the first setting suggestion effect can be enhanced, and the interest in the game can be improved. Can be done.

(17) When it is determined that the specific error is a radio wave error or the like, the notification regarding the specific error is performed. The regulation period includes a period from when a specific error is determined to when a predetermined time elapses. Therefore, when it is determined that a specific error occurs, the first setting suggestion effect is not executed even if the game balls are inserted into the starting ports 28 and 29 by the elapse of the predetermined time. , It is possible to give priority to notification regarding a specific error.

The above embodiment can be embodied in another embodiment (another example) as follows.
-In the above embodiment, for example, the main control CPU 40a determines whether or not a full error occurs, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a full error occurs due to a payout control CPU (not shown) provided on the payout control board. It may be determined whether or not there is, and a signal indicating the determination result may be output by the main control CPU 40a.

-In the above embodiment, for example, the radio wave error release command may be output when the radio wave error is canceled, and if the radio wave error command is output when the radio wave error occurs, the radio wave error occurs at a predetermined cycle. The command does not have to be output. In this case, the radio wave error notification may be triggered by the input of the radio wave error command, while the radio wave error notification may be terminated by the input of the radio wave error release command. Further, for example, even if the full error release command is not output, the full error command may be output at a predetermined cycle. In this case, the full error notification may be terminated when the full error command is not input again until a predetermined time elapses after the full error command is input.

-In the above embodiment, when it is determined that there is a radio wave error, the radio wave error is canceled when the predetermined radio wave is not detected for a predetermined time, but the radio wave error is not limited to this, for example, the radio wave error. When it is determined that the radio wave is, the radio wave error may be canceled at the timing when the predetermined radio wave is not detected.

-In the above embodiment, when the main control CPU 40a determines that a radio wave error occurs and the predetermined radio wave is not detected for a predetermined time, the radio wave error canceling command is output and the radio wave error canceling command is issued. When the input is input, the sub-control CPU 41a ends the error notification of the radio wave error, and the allowable period is reached, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when a predetermined time elapses after the radio wave error release command is input, the radio wave error error notification may end, or the allowable period may be reached.

-In the above embodiment, for example, an error image of a radio wave error may be displayed in a part of the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. For example, an error image of a full error may be displayed in the entire display area 27r of the effect display device 27. Further, for example, a semi-transparent radio wave error error image and a full error error image may be displayed so that the rear surface image such as an effect image can be visually recognized. Further, for example, the first setting suggestion effect may be executed when a radio wave error occurs, and an error image of the radio wave error is displayed in a part of the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. , A special character image imitating the character CA as the first setting suggestion effect may be displayed in the area where the error image of the radio wave error is not displayed. Further, for example, the first setting suggestion effect may be executed when a radio wave error occurs, and an error image of the radio wave error is displayed in a part or all of the display area 27r of the effect display device 27. As a result, the player may not be able to see the special character image or the like that imitates the character CA as the first setting suggestion effect.

-In the above embodiment, the error notification is performed by the error image displayed on the effect display device 27 and the error sound output from the speaker 18, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the error notification may be performed by the light emission of the decorative lamp 17, or the error notification may be performed by at least one of these. Further, for example, the device on which the error notification is performed may differ depending on the type of error. As a specific example, the error notification for a serious error is the error notification by all of the error image displayed on the effect display device 27, the error sound output from the speaker 18, and the light emission of the decorative lamp 17. May be done. On the other hand, the error notification for a minor error is performed by the error image displayed on the effect display device 27, but the error notification is performed by the error sound output from the speaker 18 and the light emission of the decorative lamp 17. You don't have to. Further, for example, in the error notification for a minor error, the error notification is performed by the error image displayed on the effect display device 27 and the error sound output from the speaker 18, but the error notification is performed by the light emission of the decorative lamp 17. Does not have to be done.

-In the above embodiment, a radio wave error and a full error are given as examples as various errors, but the present invention is not limited to this, and any error such as a magnetic error or a door opening error may occur. In this case, there are a serious error and a minor error, and the serious error may correspond to a specific error. Further, for example, an error in which an error image is displayed in a display mode in which the display of the effect symbol cannot be visually recognized on the effect display device 27 may correspond to a specific error. In addition, there are multiple types of minor errors such as a full error, a door opening error, and a right-handed error for suppressing the launch of a game ball into the game area on the right side, and multiple types of minor errors occur in duplicate. In that case, the execution of the first setting suggestion effect may be permitted. Further, for example, the error images of a plurality of types of minor errors may be superimposed and displayed, and the error images of the plurality of types of minor errors are a special character imitating the character CA as the first setting suggestion effect. The special character image may be invisible to the player by being superimposed on the image and displayed. Further, in this case, the first setting suggestion effect itself may be executed, or the first setting suggestion effect itself may not be executed (the permissible period or the regulation period may be used).

-In the above embodiment, during the regulation period in which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted, the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29, and the specified time is specified after the first setting suggestion effect is executed. There was a period until it passed, but it is not limited to this. For example, regardless of whether or not the first setting suggestion effect has been executed, it may be a period from when the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29 until a predetermined time elapses.

-In the above embodiment, for example, as a regulation period in which the execution of the first setting suggestion effect is restricted, a predetermined time before the execution of the special game is completed may be adopted, and the first setting suggestion effect is produced. Time longer than time is preferred. Thereby, it is possible to regulate the end of the special game between the start and the end of the execution of the first setting suggestion effect. Further, for example, during the big hit game, the fluctuation interval time or the like may be the allowable period of the first setting suggestion effect.

-In the above embodiment, for example, a first start winning command and a second starting winning command that can identify that a game ball has entered the starting ports 28 and 29 when each special holding number has reached the upper limit are , Each special hold number after update (subtraction and addition) may be output as a control command of the same classification as the first hold number command and the second hold number command that can specify.

-In the above embodiment, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied when each special hold number is the upper limit and the game ball enters each of the starting ports 28 and 29, but this is not limited to this. No. For example, when each special hold number is a non-upper limit number (non-upper limit number of games) that is not the upper limit number and a game ball enters each start port 28, 29, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect can be satisfied. It may be. As described above, the upper limit number of games and the non-upper limit number of games correspond to the specific number of games (specific number), and the specific number of games may be the upper limit number of games or the non-upper limit number of games. To give a specific example, when the special game is being executed in the low base state, the first special hold number is "3", which is not the upper limit, and the game ball enters the first starting port 28. Occasionally, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect may be satisfied. Further, for example, when the special game is executed in the low base state, the first special hold number is "0", which is not the upper limit number, and the first game ball enters the first starting port 28. The execution condition of the setting suggestion effect may be satisfied. Further, for example, the specific number of games may be one type of games or a plurality of types of games. Further, for example, the specific number of games for the first special hold number and the specific number of games for the second special hold number may be the same or different. Further, for example, it may be a combination of these.

-In the above embodiment, for example, when the second special reserved memory number is a specific number (for example, "0") in the low base state, the first setting suggestion is made when the game ball enters the second starting port 29. The execution condition of the effect may be satisfied. Further, for example, when the first special reserved memory number is a specific number (for example, "4") in the high base state, and the game ball enters the first starting port 28, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect. May be possible.

-In the above embodiment, for example, in the low base state, the second special reserved storage number is the second specific number (for example, "4") in addition to the first special reserved storage number being the first specific number (for example, "4"). 1 ”)), the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect may be satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting port 28. For example, in the high base state, the first special reserved storage number is the first specific number (for example, "4") in addition to the second special reserved storage number being the second specific number (for example, "0"). When the game ball enters the second starting port 29, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect may be satisfied. In this case, the first specific number and the second specific number may be the same or different.

-In the above embodiment, for example, when the set setting values are the same, even if the setting suggestion effect is executed with different execution probabilities in the case of the low probability state and the case of the high probability state. good. Further, for example, when the set setting values are the same, the setting suggestion effect may be executed in different production modes depending on whether the setting value is the low probability state or the high probability state. Further, for example, it may be a combination of these.

-In the above embodiment, when the set values are the same, the execution probability and the effect mode are all different depending on the controlled game state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, it is set. When the set values are the same, at least one of the execution probability and the effect mode may be different depending on the controlled gaming state.

-In the above embodiment, when the specific variation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed is determined, the execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect can be satisfied. When it is determined, the execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect may be satisfied, and a combination of these may be used. Further, for example, the execution condition of the second setting suggestion effect may be satisfied regardless of the fluctuation pattern.

-In the above embodiment, for example, when the set value is set to 5 or more, the execution of the second setting suggestion effect is permitted when the first setting suggestion effect is executed, while the setting is performed. When the set value is set to 4 or less, the execution of the second setting suggestion effect may be restricted when the first setting suggestion effect is being executed. That is, by executing the second setting suggestion effect while the first setting suggestion effect is being executed, it may be possible to specify that the set value is set to 5 or more.

-In the above embodiment, for example, the execution of the second setting suggestion effect may be restricted when the first setting suggestion effect is being executed, and for example, the first setting suggestion effect may be restricted when the second setting suggestion effect is being executed. Execution of the setting suggestion effect may be restricted. That is, the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect may be controlled so as not to overlap. Further, specifically, the period during which the specific reach effect is executed may be the regulation period.

-In the above embodiment, for example, when each special hold number is the upper limit and a game ball enters each start port 28, 29, after each special hold number reaches the upper limit, each start port 28, The execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect may be satisfied with a different probability depending on the number of balls entered in 29. Specifically, the number of balls entered into the starting ports 28 and 29 after each special hold number reaches the upper limit is the first number of balls (for example, "1"). When the number of second balls (for example, "2") is larger than the number of balls entered, the execution condition of the first setting suggestion effect may be satisfied with a higher probability. As a result, it is possible to have a consciousness to allow more game balls to enter each of the starting ports 28 and 29, to make the game more aggressive, and to improve the interest in the game. can.

-In the above embodiment, for example, the first setting suggestion effect may be executed while one special game is being executed, or the first setting suggestion effect may be executed over a plurality of special games. ..

-In the above embodiment, the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect are executed as the setting suggestion effect, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the first setting suggestion effect and the second setting suggestion effect are different. The setting suggestion effect may be executed in, and either the first setting suggestion effect or the second setting suggestion effect may not be executed. That is, in the above embodiment, two types of setting suggestion effects can be executed, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, one type or three or more types of setting suggestion effects may be feasible.

-In the above embodiment, by executing the setting suggestion effect, the current setting value is suggested, such as the current setting value being any one of the setting 3 or more, but the present setting value is not limited to this, for example. The current set value may be definitively notified, such as the current set value being set 6, or a combination thereof may be used. Further, for example, the setting suggestion effect may be executed even when the current setting value is any one of the setting 2 or less, and the current setting value is any one of the setting 3 or more. It is preferable that the possibility of executing the setting suggestion effect and the probability of determining the effect content of the setting suggestion effect are different depending on whether the current set value is any of the settings 2 and below. That is, the setting suggestion effect may be at least one of a suggestion effect that suggests the current set value and a notification effect that notifies the current set value.

-In the above embodiment, the notification image is displayed during the execution of the special game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the notification image may be displayed during the jackpot game. Further, for example, the broadcast image may be displayed during the standby state.

-In the above embodiment, for example, after the jackpot game is completed, a high probability state may be given until a predetermined number of special games (for example, 100 times) are executed.

-In the above embodiment, based on the type of jackpot, it is determined whether the jackpot game is controlled to a high probability state or a low probability state after the end of the jackpot game, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, during a big hit game, when a game ball that has entered the big winning opening 31 passes through a special passing area, it is controlled to a high probability state after the end of the big hit game, while during the big hit game, the big winning opening When the game ball that has entered 31 does not pass through the special passing area, it may be controlled to a low probability state after the end of the big hit game. Further, for example, there may be a big hit in which the game ball entering the large winning opening 31 easily passes through the special passing area, and a big hit in which the game ball entering the large winning opening 31 is difficult to pass through the special passing area. .. In this case, a distribution member for distributing the game balls that have entered the large winning opening 31 is provided, and the distribution mode of the distribution member is determined based on the type of big hit. Then, depending on the distribution mode of the distribution member, the probability that the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 31 passes through the special passage area may be controlled to be different.

-In the above embodiment, the probability state and the base state are adopted as the gaming state, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the base state may be adopted without adopting the probability state as the gaming state.

-In the above embodiment, for example, a small hit lottery may be performed separately from the big hit lottery.
-In the above embodiment, for example, there may be a type of big hit that becomes a low base state after the end of the big hit game.

-In the above embodiment, the second special game is preferentially executed over the first special game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the first special game may be preferentially executed over the second special game. .. Further, for example, the game balls may be executed in the order in which the game balls enter the first starting port 28 and the second starting port 29, and for example, even if the first special game and the second special game can be executed at the same time. good.

-In the above embodiment, the main control board 40 and the sub control board 41 are arranged and various functions are mounted, but the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, a function on one board is mounted as a function on the other board. You may. Further, the means for controlling the effect display device 27 may be separately provided. Further, the present invention is not limited to such two types of substrates, and may be configured as, for example, an integral substrate, or may be configured as three or more types of substrates. As a specific example, the function of the sub-control board 41 may be divided into a general control board that comprehensively controls the effect and a display control board that controls the display of images.

-In the above embodiment, the type of big hit (big hit game) is specified by the symbol command, but the type of big hit may be specified by the game start command or other dedicated control command.

-In the above embodiment, various random number information related to the special game may be stored in a storage area provided according to the number of special reservations. In this case, each time the special game is executed, the random number information may be shifted and stored in the storage area in which the special hold number is subtracted by "1".

-In the above embodiment, for example, a gaming machine in which a special variable member 32 operates in an open state by a predetermined lottery, and a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 31 passes through a specific passing area, thereby granting a jackpot game. (So-called "two types of gaming machines") may be used. Further, for example, it may be a gaming machine in which the special variable member 32 operates in an open state by winning a big hit lottery in a special game (so-called "a gaming machine in which one kind and two kinds are mixed"). Further, it may be a gaming machine (so-called three types of gaming machines) in which a big hit game is started when a gaming ball enters a predetermined entrance. Further, for example, a high probability state may not be given.

Next, the technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.
(B) In a game machine that grants a big hit game that opens the big winning opening after the big hit display result is displayed in the symbol variation game, the first starting entrance where the game ball can enter and the game ball A second start ball entry port in which the player can enter the ball, a setting control means for setting any setting information among a plurality of setting information for determining the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game, and an effect control for controlling the execution of the effect. When the first holding condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, the execution of the first symbol variation game is suspended, and the game is played at the second starting ball opening. When the second hold condition is satisfied when the ball enters, the execution of the second symbol variation game is suspended, and the first hold condition is the number of first hold games in which the execution of the first symbol variation game is suspended. Is a condition that is not satisfied when is the predetermined upper limit number of games, and the second hold condition is when the second hold game number in which the execution of the second symbol variation game is held is the predetermined upper limit number of games. The condition is not satisfied, and the effect includes a first special effect that is executed when the first special condition is satisfied and a second special effect that is executed when the second special condition is satisfied. The effect is a suggestion effect that suggests the setting information set by the setting control means, and the second special effect is a suggestion effect that suggests the setting information set by the setting control means, and the first special effect. The condition is that when the number of first reserved games is a specific number of games, a game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, and when the number of second reserved games is a specific number of games. It is a condition that can be satisfied at least one of the times when the game ball enters the second starting ball entry port, and the second special condition is the first starting ball entry port and the second starting ball entry port. It is characterized in that it is a condition that can be established regardless of whether or not the game ball has entered.

A1 ... Normal actuator, A2 ... Special actuator, SE1 ... 1st start sensor, SE2 ... 2nd start sensor, SE3 ... Special prize sensor, SE4 ... Gate sensor, SE5 ... General prize sensor, 10 ... Pachinko game machine, 17 ... Decoration Lamp, 18 ... speaker (notification means), 19 ... effect button, 20 ... game board, 21 ... game area, 22a ... first special symbol display unit, 22b ... second special symbol display unit, 27 ... effect display device (notification) Means), 28 ... 1st starting port (starting ball entry port, 1st starting ball entry port), 29 ... 2nd starting port (starting ball entry port, 2nd starting ball entry port), 30 ... normal variable member (opening and closing) Means), 31 ... Grand prize opening, 32 ... Special variable member, 33 ... Gate, 40 ... Main control board, 40a ... Main control CPU (first control means, setting control means, variation pattern determination means, game state control means) , 40b ... Main control ROM, 40c ... Main control RAM, 41 ... Sub control board, 41a ... Sub control CPU (second control means, effect control means), 41b ... Sub control ROM, 41c ... Sub control RAM.

Claims (1)

In a gaming machine that grants a jackpot game that opens the jackpot after the jackpot display result is displayed in the symbol variation game.
The first starting ball entrance where the game ball can enter, and
The second starting ball entrance where the game ball can enter, and
A setting control means for setting any setting information among a plurality of setting information for determining the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game, and
A game state control means for controlling the game state and
Fluctuation pattern determination means for determining the variation pattern of the symbol variation game, and
It is equipped with an effect control means that controls the execution of the effect.
The variation pattern that can be determined by the variation pattern determining means includes a first variation pattern in which the reach effect is not executed and a second variation pattern in which the specific reach effect is executed.
The second fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern having a longer fluctuation time than the first fluctuation pattern.
The gaming states that can be controlled by the game state control means include a non-ball entry rate improvement state and an improvement in the ball entry rate that makes it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting ball entry port than in the non-ball entry rate improvement state. There is a state,
When the first holding condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, the execution of the first symbol variation game is suspended.
When the second holding condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the second starting ball entrance, the execution of the second symbol variation game is suspended.
The first hold condition is a condition that is not satisfied when the number of first hold games on which execution of the first symbol variation game is held is a predetermined upper limit number of games.
The second hold condition is a condition that is not satisfied when the number of second hold games on which execution of the second symbol variation game is held is a predetermined upper limit number of games.
The effect includes a first special effect that is executed when the first special condition is satisfied, and a second special effect that is executed when the second special condition is satisfied.
The first special effect is a suggestion effect that suggests setting information set by the setting control means.
The second special effect is a suggestion effect that suggests the setting information set by the setting control means, and is an effect in which the specific reach effect is executed in a specific effect mode during the execution of the symbol variation game.
The setting information set by the setting control means includes a first specific setting information and a second specific setting information in which the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game is more advantageous than the first specific setting information.
The second special condition is a condition for determining whether or not the second variation pattern is satisfied when the second fluctuation pattern is determined.
The first special condition is that in a symbol variation game in which the second special condition is not satisfied, a game ball enters the first starting ball entrance when the number of the first reserved games is a specific number of games. When, and when the number of the second reserved games is the specific number of games, at least one of the cases when the game ball enters the second starting ball entrance, and the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game. Although but is impossible satisfied when the disadvantageous setting information than the first specific setting information is set by said setting control means, when the front Symbol first specific setting information is set by said setting control unit Alternatively, the second special condition is satisfied while the setting information in which the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game is more advantageous than the first specific setting information is set by the setting control means. In the symbol variation game, when the number of the first reserved games is the specific number of games and the game ball enters the first starting ball entrance, and the number of the second reserved games is the specific number of games. In a certain case, the setting information is at least one of the times when the game ball enters the second starting ball entry port, and the degree of advantage regarding the jackpot game is more disadvantageous than the second specific setting information. is a non satisfied when it is set by setting control means than when or the jackpot advantageous degree the second specific configuration information regarding the game before Symbol second specific setting information is set by said setting control unit A game machine that is a condition that can be satisfied when advantageous setting information is set by the setting control means .

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