JP6959292B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine capable of playing a game using a gaming medium.

The conventional gaming machine has a big winning opening that changes from a closed state to an open state in a big hit game state, and in a variable display in which the variable display result is a big hit, after the decorative figure is displayed in a combination indicating the big hit, There are some that can perform an effect of inciting whether or not the jackpot is a probabilistic jackpot (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

JP-A-2017-93726

However, in Patent Document 1, when an effect of inciting whether or not a jackpot is a probabilistic jackpot is executed, the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots by lengthening the execution period of the effect. It is conceivable to lengthen the period until the big prize opening is opened to prevent the gambling from becoming excessively large, but by lengthening the execution period of the production, the player feels bored. There was a risk that the game interest would decline.

The present invention has been made by paying attention to such a problem, and while preventing the gambling from becoming excessively large, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated by the effect for preventing the gambling. The purpose is to provide a gaming machine that can be used.

The gaming machine of claim 1 is
A gaming machine that can perform variable display in a game using a gaming medium and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A variable means capable of changing into a first state in which the game medium can enter and a second state in which the game medium is more difficult to enter than the first state.
A game control means in which the variable means is set to the first state and can be controlled to a plurality of types of advantageous states having different advantages.
A first notification effect execution means capable of executing the first notification effect to be controlled to the advantageous state during variable display, and a first notification effect execution means.
After the first notification effect is executed, the advantage of the notification target of the first notification effect is within the period from the end of the variable display in which the first notification effect is executed to the start of the advantageous state of the notification target. A second notification effect execution means capable of executing a second notification effect that sequentially notifies the degree of advantage of the state within a specific number of times, and a second notification effect execution means.
With
As the variable display, it is possible to execute a variable display of the first identification information and a variable display of the second identification information which is easy to be executed in a variable display period shorter than the variable display of the first identification information.
The second notification effect executing means is
The second notification effect can be executed at least in a predetermined period including a period in which the variable means is controlled to the second state.
Wherein when notified that the highest advantage degree before reaching the specified number of times, Ri executable der the notification effect of different contents and it is higher advantageous degree outermost,
When the variable display of the second identification information controlled in the advantageous state is completed, the second notification effect can be executed, while the variable display of the first identification information controlled in the advantageous state is completed. In some cases, the second notification effect is not executed.
Be either advantageous degree to be informed of a plurality of beneficial degree, is characterized in the that the Ru executable der notification by a particular number in a certain predetermined period.
Further, the gaming machine described in means 1 is
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of playing a game using a gaming medium (for example, a gaming ball).
Variable means (for example, a big prize) that can be changed into a first state (for example, an open state) in which the game medium can enter and a second state (for example, a closed state) in which the game medium is more difficult to enter than the first state. Special variable winning ball device 7) that forms the mouth,
A game control means (for example, CPU 103) capable of controlling a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, a big hit game state) in which the variable means is in the first state and has different advantages.
A first notification effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120) capable of executing a first notification effect (for example, a portion in which decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of big hits during variable display) to the effect that the control is performed in the advantageous state. When,
After the first notification effect is executed, the second notification effect (for example, the effect after the big hit notification) that sequentially notifies within the range of the advantageous state of the advantageous state of the notification target of the first notification effect and a specific number of times is performed. A second broadcast effect executing means that can be executed (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24, the effect control CPU 120) and
With
The second notification effect executing means is
It can be executed at least in a predetermined period including the period in which the variable means is controlled to the second state (for example, 40 seconds from when the decorative symbol is displayed in a combination indicating a big hit until the variable display of the special symbol is stopped). And
When the notification that the highest advantage is given is notified before the specific number of times is reached, it is possible to execute a notification effect having a content different from that of the highest advantage (for example, notification of the number of second rounds). If 10 rounds have been notified by then, the part that can execute the hold continuous notification at the same time as the notification of the remaining number of rounds)
It is characterized by that.
According to these features, by executing the second notification effect in a predetermined period including the period in which the variable means is controlled in the second state, the period in which the variable means is controlled in the second state is lengthened and the gambling property is increased. It is possible to prevent it from becoming excessively large, and in these predetermined periods, it is notified by a plurality of second notification effects that the type of advantageous state is the most advantageous advantageous state, and the notification is given. Not only that, but also the notification effect of the content different from the one with the highest advantage is executed, so it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated by the effect to prevent these gambling from becoming excessively large. be able to.

The gaming machine of the means 2 is the gaming machine according to the means 1.
When the second notification effect executing means notifies that the second notification effect has the highest advantage before reaching the specific number of times, the second notification effect repeatedly notifies that the second notification effect has the highest advantage after the notification. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-23, if 10 rounds are notified before the notification of the second number of rounds, 10 rounds are also notified as the notification of the remaining number of rounds. Notification part)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, until the number of executions of the second notification effect reaches a specific number of times, it is notified that the advantageous state has the highest advantage, so that the advantageous state with the highest advantage can be obtained. Since the uplifting feeling of the person can be further enhanced, it is possible to further prevent the deterioration of the game interest.

The gaming machine of the means 3 is the gaming machine according to the means 1 or the means 2.
The game control means can control a special game state (for example, a time saving state or a probability change state) in which the advantageous state can be continuously generated at short intervals based on the establishment of a predetermined condition.
The second notification effect execution means can be executed when the second notification effect is controlled to the advantageous state in the special gaming state (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-19, a jackpot over 40 seconds. The post-notification effect is mainly the part that is executed during the variable display of the second special symbol in which the variable display is executed in the time saving state or the probability change state)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, by executing the second notification effect in the special gaming state, it is possible to prevent the gambling property from becoming excessively large in the special gaming state.

The gaming machine of the means 4 is the gaming machine according to any one of the means 1 to the means 3.
When the second notification effect executing means repeats the notification of the most advantageous advantageous state in the second notification effect, the notification of the most advantageous advantageous state is notified in a different production mode. It is feasible (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24, when 10 rounds are notified by the second round number notification as a big hit post-notification effect, the remaining 10 rounds are notified. The part where the character displayed on the image display device 5 changes)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, since the effect mode of the repeated notification is different, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the entertainment interest of the game as compared with the case where the notification of the same mode is repeated.

The gaming machine of the means 5 is the gaming machine according to any one of the means 1 to the means 4.
When the second notification effect executing means notifies that the second notification effect is in the most advantageous advantageous state, the second notification effect executing means can execute the third notification regarding other information regarding the advantageous state of the notification target. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-25 as a modified example 047SG-1, if 10 rounds are notified by the second round number notification as a big hit post-notification effect, the big hit game ends in the remaining 10 rounds of notification. The part that is notified later that it will be controlled to the probabilistic state)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, not only the notification that the advantageous state has the highest degree of advantage but also the third notification is executed, so that the interest of the second notification effect can be improved, and thus the deterioration of the game interest is further prevented. be able to.

The gaming machine of means 6 is the gaming machine according to any one of means 1 to 5.
A gaming machine that can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, 1 to 6) having different advantages for the player.
A predetermined effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 can perform a predetermined effect according to any one of a plurality of types of effect modes) as an effect during variable display, in any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-7. It has a setting suggestion based on it, or a part where reach notice based on patterns PT-8 and PT-9 can be executed).
The effect mode of the predetermined effect is a special mode (for example, a reach notice based on the special pattern PT-8 or pattern PT-9) that suggests that the predetermined effect is controlled, and a suggestion regarding the setting. Includes specific aspects (eg, setting suggestions based on any of the specific patterns PT-1 to PT-7).
When both the predetermined effect of the special aspect and the predetermined effect of the specific aspect can be executed by the predetermined effect executing means (for example, the timing at which a predetermined period has elapsed from the start of the variable display of the symbol (variable display mode). (Timing before reaching)), the predetermined effect of the special aspect can be executed in preference to the predetermined effect of the specific aspect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 may be the modification 219SG-3. In the variable display effect determination process shown in 8-35, when the pattern PT-9 is won in the reach notice lottery, the execution of the reach notice (high) based on the pattern PT-9 in 103SGS404 is prioritized over the setting suggestion. Even if the part to be decided or the lottery for setting suggestion is executed in 103SGS408, if the setting suggestion (high) based on patterns PT-5 to PT-7 is not won, the reach notice based on pattern PT-8 is announced in 103SGS410. (Low) execution is prioritized over setting suggestion (Low) based on any of patterns PT-1 to PT-4)
It is characterized by that.
According to this feature, when the control is performed in an advantageous state, it is possible to prevent the predetermined effect of a specific mode from being executed and the effect from becoming inappropriate.

The present invention may have only the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention, and has a configuration other than the invention-specific matters together with the invention-specific matters described in the claims of the present invention. It may be a thing.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards mounted on a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. (A) and (B) are diagrams illustrating production control commands. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing the display result determination table 1, and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the display result determination table 2. (A) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a jackpot type determination table, and (B) is a diagram showing the contents of various jackpots. It is a figure which illustrates the fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the relationship between a variable display result and a variation pattern. (A) is a block diagram showing a configuration example of an effect control data holding area, and (B) is a diagram showing a configuration example of a reception command buffer at the time of starting winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the start winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the random value value determination processing at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect determination process after a big hit notification. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of the effect pattern of the effect after a big hit notification at the time of the 1st special symbol variable display. (A) is a diagram showing the determination ratio of the effect pattern of the second special figure variable display after the jackpot notification when the jackpot type is the probabilistic jackpot A and the villa is not held. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of the production pattern of the production after the big hit notification of the second special figure variable display in the case of the probability change big hit A and the holding inn, and (C) is the case where the big hit type is the probability change big hit B. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of the production pattern of the effect after the big hit notification of the 2nd special figure variable display, (D) is the big hit notification of the 2nd special figure variable display when the big hit type is probable variable big hit C or non-probable variable big hit. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of the production pattern of the post-production. It is a figure which shows the production pattern of the production after a big hit notification. It is a figure which shows the production period of the production after a big hit notification. It is a figure which shows the effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the variable display of the 1st special symbol. It is a figure which shows the effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the variable display of the 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows the effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the variable display of the 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows the effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the variable display of the 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows the effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the variable display of the 2nd special symbol. It is a figure which shows the production mode of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of execution of the big hit type and the variable display of the 2nd special symbol in the modification 047SG-1. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table in the modification 047SG-2. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect determination processing during variable display in the modification 047SG-2. It is explanatory drawing which shows the content of the effect type during variable display in the modification 047SG-2. (A) is a diagram showing the effect (reach notice) type determination table A in the modified example 047SG-2, and (B) is a diagram showing the effect (setting suggestion) type determination table B in the modified example 047SG-2. (A) to (C) are diagrams showing the flow of the effect during variable display in the modified example 047SG-2. (A) is a diagram showing an effect mode of the reach notice (low) based on the pattern PT-8 in the modified example 047SG-2, and (B) is a diagram showing the effect of the reach notice (high) based on the pattern PT-9 in the modified example 047SG-2. It is a figure which shows the production mode.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".

(Explanation of Feature 047SG in Embodiment of the Present Invention)
Next, the feature portion 047SG (hereinafter, abbreviated as the present feature portion 047SG) in the embodiment of the present invention will be described. FIG. 8-1 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the feature unit 047SG. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-1 (A) is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-1 (A), the command 8001H is a first variable display start command for designating the start of variable display in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. .. The command 8002H is a second variable display start command for designating the start of variable display in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a variation pattern specification command that specifies a variation pattern (variation time (variable display time)) such as a symbol (also referred to as an effect symbol). Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the variation pattern specification command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be specified.

The command 8CXXXH is a variable display result designation command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result specification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-1 (B), it is determined whether the variable display result (also referred to as the variable display result) is "missing", "big hit", or "small hit". Different EXT data are set according to the result (pre-determined result) and the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be used when the variable display result is "big hit".

In the variable display result designation command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-1 (B), the command 8C00H is the first variable display result designation command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “missing”. .. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probability variable big hit A" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probability variable big hit B" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the jackpot type is "probability variable jackpot C". The command 8C04H is the fifth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the jackpot type is "non-probability variable jackpot". The command 8C05H is the sixth variable display result designation command for notifying the predetermined result that the variable display result is a "small hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the game state designation command, different EXT data are set according to, for example, the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is used as the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low probability low base state, normal state) in which neither the time saving control nor the probability variation control is performed, and the command 9501H is executed by the time saving control. On the other hand, it is a second game state specification command corresponding to a game state (low probability high base state, time saving state) in which probability change control is not performed. In addition, the command 9502H is used as the third game state specification command corresponding to the game state (high probability low base state, time saving no probability change state) in which the time saving control is performed while the probability change control is performed, and the command 9503H is used as the time saving control and probability change. This is the fourth game state specification command corresponding to the game state (high accuracy high base state, time reduction probability change state) in which control is performed together.

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

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variable display result specification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result specification command. .. In the notification command during the opening of the large winning opening and the notification command after opening the large winning opening, for example, the number of round executions (for example, "1" to "10") in the normal open big hit state and the high-speed open big hit state, which will be described later, is supported. Different EXT data are set.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A has been satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B has been satisfied.

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

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

The command C4XXH is a symbol designation command indicating whether or not the variable display result is a "big hit" as a winning judgment result, a judgment result of a big hit type (probability change, non-probability change, or abrupt probability), and a small hit.

The commands shown in FIG. 8-1 (A) are examples, and some of these commands may not be provided, or different commands may be used in place of these commands. You may add a command different from the command in. For example, a prize ball number notification command for making it possible to specify the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the winning of a game ball at each winning opening, or a gate for notifying that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41. A passage notification command, a notification command for notifying the remaining number of times that the probability change control or the time reduction control is executed, or the like may be provided.

FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the main board 11. As shown in FIG. 8-2, in the feature unit 047SG, on the side of the main board 11, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern , Numerical data indicating each of the random number values MR4 for determining the display result of the general map is controlled so as to be countable. In addition, a random number value other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

The random number circuit 104 may count numerical data indicating a part or all of these random number values MR1 to MR4. The CPU 103 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 104, such as a random counter provided in a game control counter setting unit (not shown), and updates various numerical data by software to update the random numbers MR1 to MR4. Numerical data indicating the part may be counted.

The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the variable display result such as a special symbol in the special figure game as a "big hit" to the big hit game state, for example. It takes a value in the range of "1" to "65536". The random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type has any of "probability variation jackpot A", "probability variation jackpot B", "probability variation jackpot C", and "non-probability variation jackpot" when the variable display result is "big hit". It is a random value used to determine, for example, a value in the range of "1" to "100".

The random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is a random value used to determine the fluctuation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to one of a plurality of types prepared in advance, and is, for example, "1" to "1" to "". It takes a value in the range of 997.

The random number value MR4 for determining the normal figure display result is used to determine whether the variable display result in the normal figure game by the normal symbol display 20 is "per normal figure" or "out of normal figure". It is a random number value to be obtained, and takes a value in the range of "3" to "13", for example.

FIG. 8-3 (A) shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table 1 stored in the ROM 101. The feature unit 047SG uses a special figure display result determination table common to the first special figure and the second special figure as the special figure display result determination table, but the present invention is not limited to this. , The first special figure and the second special figure may use individual special figure display result determination tables.

The special figure display result determination table 1 is a variable display result in a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A and a special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to determine whether or not to control the variable display result as a "big hit" to the big hit game state before the definite special symbol is derived and displayed, based on the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. This is the referenced table.

In the special figure display result determination table 1 in the feature unit 047SG, depending on whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a time saving state (low probability state), or a probability change state (high probability state). A numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit" or "missing".

In the special figure display result judgment table 1, whether or not the table data indicating the judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment is controlled to the big hit game state with the special figure display result as a "big hit". It is the judgment data assigned to the decision result. In the special figure display result determination table 1 in the feature unit 047SG, when the gaming state is the probability change state (high probability state), more judgment values are obtained than when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). It is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit". As a result, in the probability change state (high probability state) in which the probability change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is controlled as a "big hit" in the big hit game state when it is in the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Then, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "big hit" to the big hit gaming state is higher than the probability of being determined (about 1/300 in the main feature part 047SG) (about 1 in the main feature part 047SG). / 30). That is, in the special figure display result determination table 1, it is determined that when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probability changing state (high probability state), it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as compared with the case of the normal state or the time saving state. The determination data is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state so that the probability of the game is high.

Further, FIG. 8-3 (B) shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table 2 stored in the ROM 101. The special figure display result determination table 2 is a variable display result in a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A and a special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Before the definite special symbol that becomes The table referenced for.

In the special figure display result determination table 2 in the feature unit 047SG, regardless of whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a time saving state (low probability state), or a probability change state (high probability state). A numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to the special figure display result of "small hit".

In the special figure display result determination table 2, whether or not the table data indicating the determination value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state with the special figure display result as "small hit". It is the judgment data assigned to the decision result. In the special figure display result judgment table 2 in the feature unit 047SG, the number of judgment values assigned to the "small hit" is different between the case of the special figure game of the first special figure and the case of the second special figure. There is. Specifically, in the case of the special figure game of the first special figure, the judgment value is assigned to "small hit", but in the case of the special figure game of the second special figure, it is assigned to "small hit". Judgment value is not assigned. Therefore, as will be described later, the variable display of the second special figure is executed with priority over the variable display of the first special figure, and the second start winning is formed by the variable winning ball device 6B by executing the time saving control. In the high base state where a prize is given to the mouth and the variable display of the second special figure is often executed, "small hit" is almost not generated, and the second start formed by the variable winning ball device 6B. In a high base state in which a game ball easily enters the winning opening, it is possible to avoid the occurrence of a small hit in which a large number of game balls cannot be obtained and to prevent the game interest from being deteriorated.

FIG. 8-4 (A) shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. When the jackpot type determination table in the feature unit 047SG is determined to control the jackpot game state with the special figure display result as "big hit", any of a plurality of jackpot types can be selected based on the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type. It is a table referenced to determine the crab. In the jackpot type determination table, whether the special symbol whose variable display (variable display) is performed in the special symbol game is the first special symbol (special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A) or the second special symbol (first). 2 The numerical value (judgment value) to be compared with the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type is "non-probability variation jackpot", "probability variation jackpot A", or "probability variation jackpot A", depending on whether the game is a special figure game by the special symbol display device 4B). It is assigned to a plurality of types of jackpots such as "probability variation jackpot B" and "probability variation jackpot C".

Here, the jackpot type in the feature unit 047SG will be described with reference to FIG. 8-4 (B). In the feature unit 047SG, the jackpot type includes high accuracy control and time saving control after the end of the jackpot gaming state. "Probability change big hit A", "Probability change big hit B", "Probability change big hit C" which are executed and shift to the high accuracy high base state, and only the time saving control is executed after the end of the big hit game state to the low accuracy high base state. A "non-probability change jackpot" to be transferred is set.

The jackpot game state by the "probability variation jackpot A" is a normal open jackpot in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed 10 times (so-called 10 rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player. On the other hand, the jackpot game state by the "probability variation jackpot B" is a normal open jackpot that is repeatedly executed five rounds (so-called five rounds) that change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state that is advantageous to the player. .. In addition, the jackpot game state due to "probability variable jackpot C" and "non-variable jackpot" is repeatedly executed twice (so-called two rounds) in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is changed to the first state advantageous to the player. It is a normal open jackpot. Therefore, "Probability change jackpot A" is called 10 rounds (10R) probability variation jackpot, "Probability variation jackpot B" is called 5 rounds (5R) probability variation jackpot, and "Probability variation jackpot C" is called 2 rounds (2R) probability variation jackpot. It may be called and the "non-probable variable jackpot" may be referred to as a two-round (2R) non-probable variable jackpot.

Further, although not particularly shown, the small hit game state in the feature unit 047SG changes the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state which is advantageous to the player twice, and the opening time is shorter than the big hit. (0.1 seconds in this feature section 047SG). After the small hit game is completed, the game state immediately before the small hit game is inherited.

The high-accuracy control and the time-saving control executed after the end of the jackpot gaming state of the probabilistic jackpot A and the probabilistic jackpot B are continuously executed until the jackpot occurs again after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Therefore, when the jackpot that occurs again is the probability variation jackpot A or the probability variation jackpot B, the high accuracy control and the time saving control are executed again after the end of the jackpot gaming state, so that the jackpot gaming state does not go through the normal state. It becomes a so-called consecutive villa state that occurs continuously.

On the other hand, the time saving control executed after the end of the big hit game state by the "non-probability change big hit" is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this feature unit 047SG), or the special figure of the predetermined number of times. It ends when it becomes a big hit game state before the game is executed.

In the setting example of the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), "probability variable jackpot A" and "probability variable jackpot A" are set according to whether the special figure to be variably displayed is the first special figure or the second special figure. The allocation of judgment values for the jackpot types of "probability variation jackpot B", "probability variation jackpot C", and "non-probability variation jackpot" is different. That is, when the special figure to be variably displayed is the first special figure, the determination value in the predetermined range (value in the range of "81" to "100") is "probability change jackpot B" or "probability change" with a small number of rounds. While assigned to the jackpot type of "big hit C", if the special figure that is variably displayed is the second special figure, the judgment value is assigned to the jackpot type of "probability variation jackpot B" or "probability variation jackpot C". Not done. With such a setting, the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied. When the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types based on the establishment of the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B Therefore, the ratio of determining the jackpot type to "probability variation jackpot B" or "probability variation jackpot C" with a small number of rounds can be made different. In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, it is not determined that the jackpot type is set to "probability variation jackpot B" or "probability variation jackpot C" to control the normal open jackpot state or the high-speed open jackpot state with a small number of rounds. Therefore, for example, by the high opening control accompanying the time saving control, in the gaming state in which the game ball easily enters the second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B, it is possible to avoid the frequent occurrence of the big hit state in which the number of winning balls obtained is small. It is possible to prevent the game interest from deteriorating.

In the setting example of the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), the allocation of the determination value for the jackpot type of "non-probability variation" is the special figure game of the first special figure or the second special figure. Since it is the same regardless of whether it exists, the probability of becoming a non-probability jackpot and the probability of becoming a probabilistic jackpot are the same regardless of whether it is a special figure game of the first special figure or a second special figure. It is said that.

Therefore, as described above, the allocation of the judgment values for the "probability variation jackpot B" and the "probability variation jackpot C" differs depending on whether the game is the special figure game of the first special figure or the second special figure. Therefore, the allocation of the judgment value to the "probability change jackpot A" also differs depending on whether it is the special figure game of the first special figure or the second special figure, and for the "probability change jackpot A" having a large number of rounds, the second It is set so that the case of the special figure game of the special figure is easier to determine than the case of the special figure game of the first special figure.

Even in the case of the special figure game of the second special figure, the judgment value in a predetermined range different from that of the special figure game of the first special figure is the big hit of "probability variation jackpot B" or "probability variation jackpot C". It may be assigned to a type. For example, in the case of the special figure game of the second special figure, a smaller judgment value than in the case of the special figure game of the first special figure is assigned to the jackpot type of "probability variation jackpot B" or "probability variation jackpot C". May be assigned. Alternatively, the jackpot type may be determined by referring to the common table data regardless of whether the game is the special figure game of the first special figure or the second special figure.

FIG. 8-5 shows the fluctuation pattern in the feature unit 047SG. In this feature unit 047SG, among the cases where the variable display result is "off", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is variable according to each of the case of "non-reach" and the case of "reach". A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance in response to a case where the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variation display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach out-of-reach variation pattern"). The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "out of reach" and the variation display mode of the decorative symbol is "reach" is called a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "out of reach variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the missed fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “off”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern.

The jackpot fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the super reach is executed. Although the feature unit 047SG provides only one type of normal reach fluctuation pattern, the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of normal reach fluctuation patterns such as normal reach α, normal reach β, and so on are provided. It may be provided. Further, in the super reach fluctuation pattern, a plurality of super reach fluctuation patterns may be provided, such as super reach α, super reach β, and so on.

The fluctuation pattern in the feature unit 047SG also includes a fluctuation pattern (PC1-1) of a special hit corresponding to the case where the variable display result is a “small hit”.

As shown in FIG. 8-5, the special figure variable display time of the normal reach variation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed in the feature unit 047SG is set shorter than that of the super reach variation pattern.

In particular, regarding the fluctuation patterns of the normal reach and the super reach in which the variable display result in the feature unit 047SG is a big hit, the fluctuation patterns corresponding to the variable display of the first special symbol (PB1-1 and the super reach jackpot which are the fluctuation patterns of the normal reach jackpot). The fluctuation pattern of PB1-2) and the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the variable display of the second special symbol (PB1-3 which is the fluctuation pattern of the normal reach jackpot and PB1-4 which is the fluctuation pattern of the super reach jackpot) are It is provided.

Among these jackpot fluctuation patterns, PB1-1 and PB1-2 are for executing the effect after the jackpot notification, which will be described later, for 8 seconds after the decorative symbols are derived and displayed in the combination of jackpots on the image display device 5. PB1-3 and PB1-4 are fluctuation patterns for executing the effect after the jackpot notification, which will be described later, for 40 seconds after the decorative symbols are derived and displayed in the combination of jackpots on the image display device 5. be.

Further, in the present feature unit 047SG, as will be described later, these fluctuation patterns are determined first, such as a non-reach type, a normal reach type, a super reach type, and the like. Then, instead of determining the variation pattern to be executed from the variation patterns belonging to the determined type, the determination is made using only the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern without determining these types. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, in addition to the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, a random value for determining the variation pattern type is provided, and the random values for determining the variation pattern type are used. The type of the variation pattern may be determined first, and then the variation pattern to be executed may be determined from the variation patterns belonging to the determined type.

FIG. 8-6 (A) is an explanatory diagram of a method of determining a fluctuation pattern when the special symbol for executing variable display in the feature unit 047SG is the first special symbol, and FIG. 8-6 (B) is an explanatory diagram. It is explanatory drawing of the determination method of the fluctuation pattern when the special symbol which executes the variable display in this feature part 047SG is a second special symbol. In this feature unit 047SG, the variation pattern determination table to be selected is different depending on the special symbol for executing the variable display, the display result of the variable display to be executed, and the number of reserved storages.

Specifically, when the special symbol for executing the variable display is the first special symbol and the variable display result is a non-probability variable jackpot as shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), the variable pattern determination for the jackpot is determined. Table A is selected, and the fluctuation pattern is determined from PB1-1 (variation pattern of normal reach jackpot) and PB1-2 (variation pattern of super reach jackpot) using the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table A. If the variable display result is a probability variation jackpot, the jackpot variation pattern determination table B is selected, and the variation patterns are set to PB1-1 (normal reach jackpot variation pattern) and PB1 using the jackpot variation pattern determination table B. Determined from -2 (fluctuation pattern of super reach jackpot).

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), the number of determination values assigned to PB1-1 and PB1-2 is different between the jackpot variation pattern determination table A and the jackpot variation pattern determination table B. Specifically, in the jackpot variation pattern determination table A, 498 determination values are assigned to PB1-1 and 497 determination values are assigned to PB1-2. On the other hand, in the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table B, 250 determination values are assigned to PB1-1 and 747 determination values are assigned to PB1-2. That is, in this feature unit 047SG, when the variable display result is the probabilistic jackpot A, the probabilistic jackpot B, or the probabilistic jackpot C, the fluctuation pattern changes at a higher rate than when the variable display result is the non-probability jackpot. Since the pattern PB1-2 is determined, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the fluctuation pattern in the variable display.

Further, when the special symbol for executing the variable display is the second special symbol and the variable display result is a non-probability variation jackpot as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), the jackpot variation pattern determination table C is used. Select and use the jackpot variation pattern determination table C to determine the variation pattern from PB1-3 (normal reach jackpot variation pattern) and PB1-4 (super reach jackpot variation pattern). If the variable display result is a probability variation jackpot, the jackpot variation pattern determination table D is selected, and the variation patterns are set to PB1-3 (normal reach jackpot variation pattern) and PB1 using the jackpot variation pattern determination table D. Determine from -4 (fluctuation pattern of super reach jackpot).

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), the number of assigned determination values for PB1-3 and PB1-4 is different between the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table C and the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table D. Specifically, in the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table C, 498 determination values are assigned to PB1-3, and 497 determination values are assigned to PB1-4. On the other hand, in the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table D, 250 determination values are assigned to PB1-3, and 747 determination values are assigned to PB1-4. That is, in this feature unit 047SG, when the variable display result is the probabilistic jackpot A, the probabilistic jackpot B, or the probabilistic jackpot C, the fluctuation pattern changes at a higher rate than when the variable display result is the non-probability jackpot. Since the pattern PB1-2 is determined, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the fluctuation pattern in the variable display.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-6 (A) and 8-6 (B), if the variable display result is a small hit regardless of the special symbol for executing the variable display, the variation pattern determination for the special hit is determined. A table is selected, and the fluctuation pattern is determined to be PC1-1 (variation pattern for special hits) using the fluctuation pattern determination table for special hits.

If the variable display result is "off" in the normal game state (low base state) and the number of reserved memory of the variation special figure is 2 or less, the deviation pattern determination table A is selected, and the variation pattern determination table A is selected. The variation pattern is determined from PA1-1 (non-reach out-of-reach variation pattern), PA2-1 (normal reach out-of-range variation pattern), and PA2-2 (super reach out-of-reach variation pattern) using the out-of-reach variation pattern determination table A. do.

If the variable display result is "off" in the normal game state (low base state) and the number of reserved memory of the variation special figure is 3, the deviation pattern determination table B for deviation is selected and the deviation is achieved. The fluctuation pattern is determined from PA1-2 (shortening fluctuation pattern of non-reach loss), PA2-1 (variation pattern of normal reach loss), and PA2-2 (variation pattern of super reach loss) using the fluctuation pattern determination table B for use. do.

If the variable display result is "off" in the normal game state (low base state) and the number of reserved memory of the variation special figure is 4, the deviation pattern determination table C for loss is selected and the deviation is achieved. The fluctuation pattern is determined from PA1-3 (shortening fluctuation pattern of non-reach loss), PA2-1 (variation pattern of normal reach loss), and PA2-2 (variation pattern of super reach loss) using the fluctuation pattern determination table C. do.

If the variable display result is "out of place" in the time saving state (high base state), the out-of-order fluctuation pattern determination table D is selected, and the out-of-order fluctuation pattern determination table D is used to set the variation pattern to PA1-4. It is determined from (non-reach out-of-time shortening variation pattern), PA2-1 (normal reach out-of-time variation pattern), and PA2-2 (super reach out-of-time variation pattern).

That is, when the variable display result is "off" in the feature unit 047SG, the special figure is based on the fact that the number of reserved memory of the variable special figure is 3 or 4, or the time is shortened. Since the variable display time is shorter than the normal non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-1), the variable display is executed at a higher rate due to the shortening fluctuation pattern (PA1-2, PA1-3, PA1-4). It is possible to shorten the period until the next variable display result becomes a big hit while preventing the game from being delayed.

The RAM 102 in the feature unit 047SG is provided with, for example, a game control data holding area (not shown) as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control data holding area includes a first special figure holding storage unit, a second special drawing holding storage unit, a normal drawing holding storage unit, a game control flag setting unit, a game control timer setting unit, and a game control counter. It has a setting unit and a game control buffer setting unit.

The first special figure reservation storage unit is a special figure in which the game ball passes (enters) through the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A and a starting prize (first starting winning) is generated, but has not yet been started. The reserved data of the game (the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the first starting winning opening, and satisfies the first starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on the above, are reserved data. , Store until the number of stored items reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

In the second special figure reservation storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B, and a starting winning (second starting winning) is generated, but the special drawing has not been started yet. The reserved data of the figure game (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the second starting winning opening, and satisfies the second starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

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

The normal figure hold storage unit stores the hold information of the normal figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 20 even though the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. For example, the normal figure hold storage unit is associated with the hold number in the order in which the game balls pass through the passage gate 41, and is for determining the normal figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on the passage of the game balls. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 of the above is set as pending data, and is stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”).

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

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

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

In the random counter of the game control counter setting unit, a random number value not generated by the random number circuit 104, for example, numerical data indicating the random number values MR2 to MR4 is stored as a random count value, and periodically according to the execution of the software by the CPU 103. Numerical data indicating each random number value is updated targetly or irregularly. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the operation of updating the numerical data in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. It may be for updating the random count value by performing a predetermined process such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or a part of the numerical data.

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

The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 holds the effect control data as shown in FIG. 8-7 (A) as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. Area 047SG190 is provided. The effect control data holding area 047SG190 shown in FIG. 8-7 (A) includes an effect control flag setting unit 047SG191, an effect control timer setting unit 047SG192, an effect control counter setting unit 047SG193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 047SG194. I have.

The effect control flag setting unit 047SG191 has a plurality of types capable of updating the state according to the effect operation state such as the display state of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5 and the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. Flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 047SG191 stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

The effect control timer setting unit 047SG192 is provided with a plurality of types of timers used to control the progress of various effect operations such as the display operation of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5. For example, the effect control timer setting unit 047SG192 stores data indicating timer values for each of a plurality of types of timers.

The effect control counter setting unit 047SG193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used to control the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control counter setting unit 047SG193 stores data indicating the count values of the plurality of types of counters.

The effect control buffer setting unit 047SG194 is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 047SG194 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

In the feature unit 047SG, the data constituting the start winning command buffer 047SG194A as shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is stored in a predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit 047SG194. The reception command buffer 047SG194A at the time of starting winning is stored in the storage area (buffer numbers "1-1" to "1-4" corresponding to the maximum value (for example, "4") of the total number of reserved storages in the first special figure reserved storage. A corresponding area) and a storage area (area corresponding to the buffer number “1-0”) corresponding to the first special figure during variable display are provided. Further, the start winning command buffer 047SG194A has a storage area (buffer numbers "2-1" to "2-4" corresponding to the maximum value (for example, "4") of the total number of reserved storages in the second special figure reserved storage. (Area corresponding to) and a storage area (area corresponding to the buffer number “2-0”) corresponding to the second special figure during variable display are provided. When there is a start prize to the 1st start winning opening or the 2nd starting winning opening, the starting opening winning designation command (the 1st starting opening winning designation command or the 2nd starting opening winning designation command), the symbol designation command, the number of reserved memories Four commands called a notification command (first hold storage number notification command or second hold storage number notification command) are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as one set. The storage area corresponding to the first special figure hold storage and the storage area corresponding to the second special figure hold storage in the start winning command buffer 047SG194A are the start opening winning designation command, the symbol designation command, and the hold storage number notification command. Is associated with each other, and a storage area (entry) for storing the first special figure holding storage and the second special figure holding storage separately is secured.

The stored contents of these storage areas (entries) will be described later when the start condition is satisfied and the variable display of the highest held storage (buffer number "1-1" or buffer number "2-1") is started. The stored contents of the buffer number "1-0" or the buffer number "2-0" for storing the contents of the reserved storage for which the start condition is satisfied are displayed in a variable manner while being shifted upward one by one. It is designed to be cleared in the special figure hit waiting process that is executed when the is finished.

The effect control CPU 120 stores the command at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening from the beginning (the entry with the youngest buffer number) in the empty entry corresponding to the first special figure hold storage of the command buffer 047SG194A received at the time of starting winning. Then, at the time of starting winning to the second starting winning opening, the command is stored from the beginning (the entry with the youngest buffer number) in the free entry corresponding to the second special figure hold storage of the command buffer 047SG194A received at the time of starting winning. go. At the time of the start winning, the start opening prize designation command to the hold storage number notification command are sequentially transmitted. Therefore, when the command is received, the start opening prize designation command is placed in the storage area corresponding to each of the end "1" to "4" of the buffer number corresponding to the first special figure hold storage or the second special figure hold storage. , The symbol specification command, and the hold storage number notification command are stored in this order.

The command stored in the start winning command buffer 047SG194A shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is an entry (buffer) corresponding to the hold storage of the variable display that ended immediately before each time the variable display of the decorative symbol was started. The entry (entry with the number "1-0" or "2-0") is deleted, and the entry corresponding to the hold storage of the variable display to be started (buffer number "1-1" or "2") is deleted. The stored contents of the entries after the hold storage of the variable display to be started are shifted from those stored in the entry corresponding to -1 ”. For example, when the variable display of the decorative symbol of the first special figure hold storage is completed in the stored state shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), each command stored in the buffer number "0" is deleted and the buffer number is deleted. Each command stored in "1" is shifted to the buffer number "0", and each command stored in the area corresponding to the buffer number "2" is moved to the area corresponding to the buffer number "1". Each command that is shifted and stored in the area corresponding to the buffer numbers "3" and "4" is shifted to the area corresponding to the buffer numbers "2" and "3". Therefore, the buffer number "0" is an area (entry) for storing each command related to the hold storage that is variably displayed at that time.

Next, the start winning determination process of the feature unit 047SG executed in step S101 of FIG. 5 will be described with reference to FIG. 8-8. In the start winning determination process, the CPU 103 first turns on the first starting port switch 22A based on the detection signal from the first starting opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A. It is determined whether or not it is in a state (step 047SGS101). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (step 047SGS101; Y), the number of reserved special figure reservations, which is the number of reserved special figure games using the first special figure, is the predetermined upper limit. It is determined whether or not it is a value (for example, "4" as the upper limit storage number) (step 047SGS102). The CPU 103 may specify the first special figure reserved storage number by reading, for example, the first reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the first reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit. When the number of reserved first special figures is not the upper limit value in step 047SGS102 (step 047SGS102; N), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit is set to "1" (step 047SGS102). 047SGS103).

Variable when the first start port switch 22A is off in step 047SGS101 (step 047SGS101; N) or when the first special figure hold storage number reaches the upper limit value in step 047SGS102 (step 047SGS102; Y). Based on the detection signal from the second starting port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6B, it is determined whether or not the second starting opening switch 22B is in the ON state ( Step 047SGS104). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (step 047SGS104; Y), the second special figure hold storage number, which is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure, is a predetermined upper limit. It is determined whether or not it is a value (for example, "4" as the upper limit storage number) (step 047SGS105). The CPU 103 may specify the second special figure reserved storage number by reading, for example, the second reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the second reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit. When the second special figure hold storage number is not the upper limit value in step 047SGS105 (step 047SGS105; N), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit is set to "2" (step 047SGS105). 047SGS106).

After executing any of the processes of step 047SGS103 and step 047SGS106, the number of special figure hold storages corresponding to the start port buffer value, which is the stored value of the start port buffer, is updated to be added by 1 (step 047SGS107). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the first hold storage count value is added by 1, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the second hold storage count value is added by 1. In this way, the first hold memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase. Further, the second reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase. At this time, the total number of reserved storages is also updated to be added by 1 (step 047SGS108). For example, the total hold storage count value, which is the stored value of the total hold storage counter provided in the game control counter setting unit, may be updated so as to be added by 1.

After executing the process of step 047SGS108, the CPU 103 uses the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the jackpot type determination from among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random counter of the game control counter setting unit. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted (step 047SGS109). Numerical data indicating each random number value extracted in this way is stored by being set as hold information at the beginning of an empty entry in the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (step 047SGS110). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the numerical data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3 is stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the first 2 Numerical data indicating random values MR1 to MR3 are stored in the special figure hold storage unit.

The numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set as "big hit", and further, the variable display result. It is used to determine the type of big hit when it is called "big hit". The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is used to determine the variation pattern including the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. By executing the process of step 047SGS109, the CPU 103 extracts numerical data indicating all of the random number values used for determining the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol and the variable display mode including the variable display time.

Following the process of step 047SGS110, the transmission setting of the start opening winning designation command according to the start opening buffer value is performed (step 047SGS111). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the storage address of the first start port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area specified by the send command pointer in the send command buffer. The setting for transmitting the first start opening prize designation command to 12 is made. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "2", the storage address of the second start port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area of the transmission command buffer, so that the effect control board 12 is subjected to. Make settings to send the second start port winning designation command. The start port winning designation command set in this way is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Be transmitted.

Following the process of step 047SGS111, the winning random number value determination process is executed (step 047SGS112). After that, for example, the hold storage number notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by storing the storage address of the hold storage number notification command table in the ROM 101 in the buffer area specified by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. (Step 047SGS113). The hold storage number notification command set in this way is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Be transmitted.

After executing the process of step 047SGS113, it is determined whether or not the start port buffer value is "1" (step 047SGS114). At this time, if the start port buffer value is "1" (step 047SGS114; Y), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (step 047SGS115), and then the process of step 047SGS104 is performed. move on. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "2" (step 047SGS114; N), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (step 047SGS116), and then the start prize is won. End the process. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B simultaneously detect a valid start prize for the game ball, the process based on the detection of both valid start prizes can be reliably completed.

FIG. 8-9 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step 047SGS112 of FIG. 8-8 as the winning random number value determination process. When the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started in the feature unit 047SG, the special symbol display result (variable display of the special symbol) is performed by the special symbol normal processing (step S22 in FIG. 5, FIG. 8-10) described later. The result) is regarded as a "big hit", and it is determined whether or not to control the big hit game state. Further, in the variation pattern setting process (step S23 in FIG. 5, FIG. 8-12), which will be described later, the determination of the variation pattern that specifically defines the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is performed. On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes the winning random number value determination processing in step 047SGS112 at the timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening or second starting winning opening). As a result, it is determined whether or not it is determined that the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a result of displaying the special symbol, and whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a predetermined display mode accompanied by super reach. As a result, before the variable display of the special symbol or decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started, that is, whether or not to make a big hit at the start of the variable display is determined. Before, it is determined that the special figure display result is a "big hit" and which category the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the variable display mode, and based on this determination result, the effect control CPU 120 or the like determines. , As will be described later, advance notice effects such as pre-reading advance notice effects will be executed.

In the winning random number value determination process shown in FIG. 8-9, the CPU 103 first confirms the state of the time saving flag and the probability variation flag provided in the game control flag setting unit or the like, so that the current pachinko gaming machine 1 is present. (Step 047SGS121). The CPU 103 identifies that it is in the probabilistic state when the probabilistic flag is on, identifies that it is in the time saving state when the probabilistic flag is off and the time saving flag is on, and both the probabilistic flag and the time saving flag are in the time saving state. When it is off, it may be specified that it is in the normal state.

Following the process of step 047SGS121, the special figure display result determination table 1 shown in FIG. 8-3 is selected and set (step 047SGS122). After that, it is determined whether or not the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step 047SGS109 of FIG. 8-8 is within the predetermined jackpot determination range (step 047SGS123). In the jackpot determination range, individual determination values assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit" in the special figure display result determination table 1 selected by the process of step 047SGS122 are set, and the CPU 103 sets the random number value MR1 and each determination. It suffices if it is possible to determine whether or not there is a determination value that matches the random number value MR1 by comparing the values one by one. Alternatively, a numerical value indicating a minimum value (lower limit value) and a maximum value (upper limit value) of the judgment value included in the jackpot judgment range is set, and the CPU 103 sets the random number value MR1 and the minimum value or maximum value of the jackpot judgment range. By comparing, it suffices if it can be determined whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range. At this time, since it is determined that the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range, it can be determined that the variable display result based on the reserved data including the random number value MR1 is determined as "big hit".

When it is determined in step 047SGS123 that the jackpot is not within the jackpot determination range, that is, when it is determined that the jackpot is not achieved in the variable display (step 047SGS123; N), the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 8-3. 2 is selected and set (step 047SGS124). After that, it is determined whether or not the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step 047SGS109 of FIG. 8-8 is within the predetermined small hit determination range (step 047SGS125).

When the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 is within the predetermined small hit determination range, that is, when it is determined to be a small hit in the variable display (step 047SGS125; Y), the variable display result is "small hit". The transmission setting of the sixth symbol designation command, which is the symbol designation command corresponding to the above, is executed (step 047SGS126), and the random number value determination process at the time of winning is completed.

When the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 is not within the predetermined small hit determination range, that is, when the variable display result is "missing" in the variable display (step 047SGS125; N), the variable display result is "missing". The transmission setting of the first symbol designation command, which is the symbol designation command corresponding to the above, is executed (step 047SGS128), and the random number value determination process at the time of winning is completed.

Further, when it is determined in step 047SGS123 that the jackpot is within the jackpot determination range, that is, when it is determined that the jackpot is a jackpot at the time of variable display (step 047SGS123; Y), as shown in FIG. 8-9, the jackpot type The jackpot type is determined based on the determination random value MR2 (step 047SGS132). At this time, the CPU 103 responds to the fluctuation special figure (“first special figure” corresponding to “1” or “second special figure” corresponding to “2”) specified corresponding to the start port buffer value. , Select the jackpot type determination table data from the table data that composes the jackpot type determination table. Then, by referring to the selected jackpot type determination table data, it is determined which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is determined.

In addition, a symbol designation command according to the determined jackpot type, that is, a second symbol designation command when the probability variation jackpot A, a third symbol designation command when the probability variation jackpot B, and a probability variation jackpot C. Executes the transmission setting of the fourth symbol designation command, and in the case of a non-variable jackpot, the fifth symbol designation command (step 047SGS133), and ends the winning random number value determination process.

FIG. 8-10 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S110 of FIG. 5 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 8-10, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure hold storage number is “0” (step 047SGS141). The second special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. For example, in the process of step 047SGS141, the second reserved storage number count value stored in the game control counter setting unit may be read, and it may be determined whether or not the read value is “0”.

When the second special figure hold storage number is other than "0" in step 047SGS141 (step 047SGS141; N), the hold data stored corresponding to the hold number "1" in the second special figure hold storage unit. As a result, numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out (step 047SGS142). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the process of step 047SGS142, the second special figure holding memory number and the total holding storage number are subtracted by 1 by subtracting 1 from the second special figure holding storage number count value and the total holding storage number count value and updating. The data in the second special figure reservation storage unit is updated as well as being updated. Specifically, the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the second special figure hold storage unit are shown. The pending data is shifted up one entry at a time (step 047SGS143).

After that, after updating the variable special figure designation buffer value which is the stored value of the variable special figure designated buffer to "2" (step 047SGS144), the process proceeds to step 047SGS149.

On the other hand, when the second special figure reserved storage number is "0" in step 047SGS141 (step 047SGS141; Y), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved storage number is "0" (step 047SGS145). .. The first special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. For example, in the process of step 047SGS145, if the game control counter setting unit reads the first hold storage count value stored in the first hold storage counter and determines whether or not the read value is "0". good. As described above, the process of step 047SGS145 is executed when it is determined in step 047SGS141 that the second special figure reserved storage number is "0", and the first special figure reserved storage number is "0". Judge whether or not. As a result, the special figure game using the second special figure is started to be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure.

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

When the number of first special figure hold storage is other than "0" in step 047SGS145 (step 047SGS145; N), the hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the hold number "1". As a result, numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out (step 047SGS146). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the process of step 047SGS146, the first special figure holding memory number and the total holding storage number are subtracted by 1 by subtracting 1 from the first special figure holding storage number count value and the total holding storage number count value and updating. The data in the first special figure reservation storage unit is updated as well as being updated. Specifically, the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the hold storage unit of the first special figure are shown. The pending data is shifted up one entry at a time (step 047SGS147).

After that, after updating the variable special figure designation buffer value which is the stored value of the variable special figure designated buffer to "1" (step 047SGS148), the process proceeds to step 047SGS149.

In step 047SGS149, the special figure display result determination shown in FIG. 8-3 is used as a table for determining whether the special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, is "big hit" or "missing". Select and set table 1. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is compared with the determination value assigned to each special figure display result of "big hit" or "missing". , It is determined whether the special figure display result is "big hit" or "missing" (step 047SGS150a). In this step 047SGS150a, if the gaming state at that time is a high probability state (probability change state) in which the probability change flag is on, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is in the high probability state (probability change state). ) Corresponds to the range of 1000 to 12180, it is determined to be a "big hit", and if it is not applicable, it is determined to be "missing". In the low probability state where the probability change flag is off, if the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result falls within the range of 1 to 219, it is judged as a "big hit", and if not, it is judged as "missing". judge.

In this way, in the special figure display result determination table 1 selected in step 047SGS149, different determination values are assigned to the "big hit" according to the game state (high probability, low probability) at that time. , In the process of step 047SGS150a, the special figure display result using different judgment data (judgment value) depending on whether or not the game state when the variable display of the special figure game or the like is started is a highly accurate state. By determining whether or not to set "big hit", when the game state is in the high probability state, it is determined (determined) to be "big hit" with a higher probability than in the case of the low probability state.

When it is determined in step 047SGS150a that it is a "big hit" (step 047SGS150a; Y), the big hit flag is turned on in the game control flag setting unit (step 047SGS152). At this time, the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 8-4 (A) is selected and set as a table to be used for determining the jackpot type to one of a plurality of types (step 047SGS153). By referring to the jackpot type determination table set in this way, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination stored in the variable random number buffer, and the "non-probability variation jackpot" and "probability variation jackpot" in the jackpot type determination table It is determined which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be selected according to which of the determination values assigned to each jackpot type of "A", "probability variation jackpot B", and "probability variation jackpot C" is matched (step 047SGS154). ).

By determining the jackpot type in the process of step 047SGS154, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state can be set to either a time-saving state or a probabilistic state in which the player has a higher advantage than the time-saving state. It will be decided before the definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting the jackpot type buffer value which is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit (step 047SGS155), the determined jackpot type can be set. Remember. As an example, if the jackpot type is "non-probability variation jackpot" corresponding to non-probability variation jackpot, the jackpot type buffer value is set to "0", and if it is "probability variation A" corresponding to probability variation jackpot A, it is set to "1". If it is "probability variation B" corresponding to B, it may be set to "2", and if it is "probability variation C" corresponding to probability variation jackpot C, it may be set to "3".

On the other hand, if it is determined in step 047SGS150a that it is not a "big hit" (step 047SGS150a; N), the process proceeds to S150b, and the special figure display result determination table 2 shown in FIG. 8-3 is selected and set. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is compared with the determination value assigned to each special figure display result of "small hit", and the special figure is compared. It is determined whether or not the display result is a "small hit" (step 047SGS150c). In step 047SGS150c, when the variable special figure is the first special figure, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is a "small hit" by using the determination value corresponding to the first special figure. When the variable special figure is the second special figure, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is a "small hit" by using the determination value corresponding to the second special figure.

When it is determined in step 047SGS150c that the special figure display result is "small hit" (step 047SGS150c; Y), the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit is turned on (step 047SGS151).

On the other hand, if it is not determined in step 047SGS150c that the special figure display result is "small hit" (step 047SGS150c; N), the process proceeds to step 047SGS156.

In step 047SGS156, as a result of pre-determining whether or not to control the big hit gaming state (whether or not the big hit flag is turned on), whether or not to control the small hit gaming state (the small hit flag is turned on). A definite special symbol is set according to the pre-determined result of (whether or not it is done), and further, the determined result of the jackpot type in the case of the jackpot gaming state. As an example, a special symbol indicating the "-" symbol, which is an outlier symbol, is set as the finalized special symbol in response to the pre-determined result that the special symbol display result is "out of place". Further, when it is determined in step 047SGS150a that the special figure display result is "big hit", when the big hit type in step 047SGS154 is "probability variation big hit A", a special symbol indicating the number "7" is displayed. Set to a confirmed special symbol. When the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot B", the special symbol indicating the number "5" is set as the finalized special symbol. When the jackpot type is "non-probability variable jackpot", the special symbol indicating the number "3" is set as the confirmed special symbol. When the jackpot type is "probability variation jackpot C", the special symbol indicating the number "1" is set as the finalized special symbol. Further, in response to the pre-determined result that the special symbol display result is "small hit", the special symbol indicating the symbol "2" which is the small hit symbol is set as the finalized special symbol. It should be noted that these confirmed special symbols are examples, and other confirmed special symbols may be set, or a plurality of types of symbols may be set as confirmed special symbols.

After setting the confirmed special symbol in step 047SGS156, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1" which is a value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern setting process (step 047SGS157), and then the special symbol normal processing is terminated. ..

If the number of reserved memory of the special figure game using the first special figure is "0" in step 047SGS145 (step 047SGS145; Y), after performing the predetermined demo display setting (step 047SGS158), The normal processing of the special symbol is terminated. In this demo display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo specification command) for designating a demonstration display (demo screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is produced from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the transmission has been completed to the board 12. At this time, if the customer waiting demo specification command has already been sent, the demo display setting is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demo specification command is made, and then the demo display setting is terminated.

FIG. 8-11 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S113 of FIG. 5 as the special symbol stop process. In the special symbol stop processing, the CPU 103 sets the end flag referred to in the special symbol variation processing in step S113 to the ON state to end the variation of the special symbol, and causes the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. Control is performed to stop and display the stop symbol (step 047SGS161). When the variation special symbol designation buffer value is "1" indicating the first special symbol, the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is terminated, and the variation special symbol designation buffer value is changed. When it is "2" indicating the second special symbol, the variation of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B is terminated. In addition, control is performed to transmit a symbol determination command to the effect control board 12 (step 047SGS162). Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is turned on (step 047SGS163), and when the big hit flag is turned off (step 047SGS163; N), the small hit flag is further turned on. Whether or not it is determined (step 047SGS170).

When the small hit flag is turned on, the effect control board 12 is set to transmit the hit start 5 designation command corresponding to the small hit (step 047SGS171). Then, a value corresponding to the small hit display time is set in the small hit display time timer (step 047SGS172). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, twice) is set in the large winning opening opening number counter (step 047SGS173). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "8" (step 047SGS174), which is a value corresponding to the small hit opening pre-processing (step S118), and the special symbol stop processing is terminated.

On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is turned on (step 047SGS163; Y), the CPU 103 clears the probability change flag and the time saving flag to turn it off (step) if the probability change flag and the time saving flag are turned on. 047SGS164), hit start 1 designated command (probability variation jackpot A), hit start 2 designation command (probability variation jackpot B), hit start 3 designation command (probability variation jackpot C) according to the type of jackpot stored in the effect control board 12. ), Make a setting for transmitting the hit start 4 designated command (non-probability change) (step 047SGS165).

Further, the CPU 103 makes a setting for transmitting a game state designation command indicating a normal state to the effect control board 12 (step 047SGS166).

Then, a value corresponding to the jackpot display time (time for notifying the occurrence of the jackpot, for example, in the image display device 5) is set in the jackpot display time timer (step 047SGS167). In addition, the number of times of opening (for example, 10 times in the case of non-probability big hit or probable big hit A, 5 times in the case of probable change big hit B, and 2 times in the case of probable change big hit C) is set in the large winning opening opening counter. (Step 047SGS168). Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the jackpot opening preprocessing (step S114) (step 047SGS169).

On the other hand, when the small hit flag is off (step 047SGS170; N), in step 047SGS175, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is "0". If the value of the time reduction counter is "0" (step 047SGS175; Y), the process proceeds to step 047SGS180.

On the other hand, when the value of the time reduction counter is not "0" (step 047SGS175; N), that is, in the high base state where the time reduction remains, the value of the time reduction counter is decremented by -1 (step). 047SGS176). Then, it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter after subtraction is "0" (step 047SGS177), and if it is not "0" (step 047SGS177; N), the process proceeds to step 047SGS180 and the value of the time reduction counter. When is "0" (step 047SGS177; Y), in order to end the time saving control, after clearing the time saving flag and turning it off (step 047SGS178), it corresponds to the state of the probability change flag or the time saving flag. After setting the transmission of the game state designation command corresponding to the game state (specifically, low accuracy and low base) (step 047SGS179), the process proceeds to step 047SGS180.

In step 047SGS180, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "0", which is a value corresponding to the special symbol normal processing, and then the special symbol stop processing is terminated.

FIG. 8-12 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S117 of FIG. 5 as the jackpot end process.

In the jackpot end process, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the jackpot end display timer is operating, that is, the timer is being counted (step 047SGS201). When the jackpot end display timer is not operating (step 047SGS201; N), a value corresponding to the display time corresponding to the time for displaying the jackpot end on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) on the jackpot end display timer. Is set (step 047SGS204), and the process ends.

On the other hand, when the jackpot end display timer is operating (step 047SGS201; Y), the value of the jackpot end display timer is subtracted by 1 (step 047SGS203). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 047SGS204). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 047SGS204; Y), the CPU 103 determines whether the stored jackpot type is a non-probability variable jackpot (step 047SGS205).

When the stored jackpot type is not a non-probability change jackpot (step 047SGS205; N), it is further determined whether or not the stored jackpot type is a probability variation jackpot C (step 047SGS206).

When the stored jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot C (step 047SGS206; Y), after turning on the probability variation flag (step 047SGS210), the process proceeds to step 047SGS213.

On the other hand, when the stored jackpot type is not the probability variation jackpot C, that is, when the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A or the probability variation jackpot B (step 047SGS206; N), the probability variation flag is turned on (step 047SGS207). After turning on the time saving flag (step 047SGS208) and setting the time saving number counter to "0" (step 047SGS209), the process proceeds to step 047SGS213.

On the other hand, when the jackpot type is a non-probability variable jackpot (step 047SGS205; Y), the time saving flag is turned on and "100" is set in the time saving number counter by executing step 047SGS211 and step 047SGS212. After that, the process proceeds to step 047SGS213.

In step 047SGS213, the jackpot flag is turned off, and the transmission setting of the jackpot end designation command according to the jackpot type is set (step 047SGS214). Then, after setting the transmission of the game state specification command for notifying the effect control board 12 of the game state based on the probabilistic change flag and the time reduction flag turned on (step 047SGS215), the value of the special figure process flag is special. It is updated to "0" which is a value corresponding to the symbol normal processing (step 047SGS216).

Next, the operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. FIG. 8-13 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S75 of FIG. 6 as the command analysis process. In the command analysis process shown in FIG. 8-13, the effect control CPU 120 first receives from the main board 11 transmitted via the relay board 15 by confirming the stored contents of the effect control command reception buffer. It is determined whether or not there is a command (step 047SGS221). At this time, if there is no received command (step 047SGS221; N), the command analysis process ends. If there is a receive command (step 047SGS221; Y), for example, by checking the MODE data of the receive command, it is determined whether or not the receive command is the first start opening winning designation command (step). 047SGS222). Then, when it is the first start opening winning designation command (step 047SGS222; Y), the first hold storage number notification waiting time is set (step 047SGS223). For example, in the process of step 047SGS223, a predetermined timer initial value corresponding to the reception waiting time of the first hold storage number notification command is set in the command reception control timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 047SG192. Just do it.

If the reception command is not the first start opening prize designation command in step 047SGS222 (step 047SGS222; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the second start opening prize designation command (step 047SGS224). Then, when it is the second start opening winning designation command (step 047SGS224; Y), the second hold storage number notification waiting time is set (step 047SGS225). For example, in the process of step 047SGS225, a predetermined timer initial value corresponding to the reception waiting time of the second hold storage number notification command may be set in the command reception control timer.

If the reception command is not the second start opening winning designation command in step 047SGS224 (step 047SGS224; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is a symbol designation command (step 047SGS226). If the reception command is not a symbol designation command in step 047SGS226 (step 047SGS226; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the first hold storage number notification command (step 047SGS227). Then, when it is the first hold storage number notification command (step 047SGS227; Y), the first hold storage number notification waiting time is cleared by, for example, initializing the time counting operation by the command reception control timer (step 047SGS228). ..

If the reception command is not the first hold storage number notification command in step 047SGS227 (step 047SGS227; N), it is determined whether or not the reception command is the second hold storage number notification command (step 047SGS229). Then, when it is the second hold storage number notification command (step 047SGS229; Y), the second hold storage number notification waiting time is cleared by, for example, initializing the time counting operation by the command reception control timer (step 047SGS230). ..

When the receive command is a symbol designation command in step 047SGS226 (step 047SGS226; Y), or after executing any of the processes of step 0478SGS223, step 047SGS225, step 047SGS228, and step 047SGS230, the receive command is displayed in FIG. It is stored at the beginning of the free area in the start winning command buffer 047SG194A shown in -7 (step 047SGS231), and the process returns to the process of step 047SGS221.

When the hold storage number notification command (first hold storage number notification command or second hold storage number notification command) is received together with the variable display start command (first variable display start command or second variable display start command) , The hold storage number notification command may not be stored in the reception command buffer 047SG194A at the time of starting winning. That is, it suffices that the effect control commands received in response to the occurrence of the start winning can be sequentially stored from the beginning of the free area in the start winning command buffer 047SG194A.

If the reception command is not the second hold storage number notification command in step 047SGS229 (step 047SGS229; N), the setting according to the reception command is made (step 047SGS234), and the process proceeds to step 047SGS221.

8-14 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first variable start command reception flag is in the ON state (step 047SGS271). When the first variable start command reception flag is on (step 047SGS271; Y), the buffer numbers "1-0" to "1-4" of the first special figure hold storage in the start winning command buffer 047SG194A are set. The various command data and various flags stored in association with each other are shifted upward by one buffer number (step 047SGS272). The contents of the buffer number "1-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

Specifically, the shift is made so that various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "1-1" of the first special figure hold storage are stored in association with the buffer number "1-0". Then, the various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "1-2" of the first special figure hold storage are shifted so as to be stored in association with the buffer number "1-1". 1 Special figure The first special figure is shifted so that various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "1-3" of the hold storage are stored in association with the buffer number "1-2". The various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "1-4" of the hold storage are shifted so as to be stored in association with the buffer number "1-3".

If the first fluctuation start command reception flag is off in step 047SGS271 (step 047SGS271; N), it is determined whether or not the second fluctuation start command reception flag is on (step 047SGS273). When the second variation start command reception flag is off (step 047SGS273; N), the variable display start setting process is finished, and when the second variation start command reception flag is on (step 047SGS273; Y), Various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer numbers "2-0" to "2-4" of the second special figure hold storage in the received command buffer 047SG194A at the time of starting winning are stored for each buffer number. Shift to the top (step 047SGS274). The contents of the buffer number "2-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

Specifically, the shift is made so that various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "2-1" of the second special figure hold storage are stored in association with the buffer number "2-0". Then, the various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "2-2" of the second special figure hold storage are shifted so as to be stored in association with the buffer number "2-1". 2 Special figure The second special figure is shifted so that various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "2-3" of the hold storage are stored in association with the buffer number "2-2". The various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer number "2-4" of the hold storage are shifted so as to be stored in association with the buffer number "2-3".

After executing step 047SGS272 or step 047SGS274, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern designation command from the variation pattern designation command storage area (step 047SGS275).

Next, the display result (stop symbol) of the decorative symbol is determined according to the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command) (step 047SGS276). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol according to the display result specified by the display result designation command, and stores the data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. do.

In the feature unit 047SG, when the received variable display result designation command is the second variable display result designation command corresponding to the probability variation jackpot A, the effect control CPU 120 has, for example, three symbols "7" as stop symbols. ”Determine the combination of decorative symbols (big hit symbols). Further, when the received variable display result specification command is the third variable display result specification command corresponding to the probability variation jackpot B, a plurality of combinations of odd numbers other than "7" (for example, "111") are used as stop symbols. It is determined from the combination of decorative patterns such as "333", "555", and "999"). Further, when the received variable display result specification command is the 4th variable display result specification command corresponding to the probability variation jackpot C or the 5th variable display result specification command corresponding to the non-probability variation jackpot C, the effect control CPU 120 For example, as a stop symbol, a combination of decorative symbols (big hit symbol) in which three symbols are even-numbered is determined. Further, when the received variable display result specification command is the sixth variable display result specification command corresponding to a small hit, it is determined from a combination such as "135" which is a chance eye as a stop symbol.

Further, when the received variable display result specification command is the first variable display result specification command corresponding to the deviation and is a non-reach variation pattern, the three symbols are irregular as stop symbols. , Determine a combination (missing symbol) other than the above-mentioned chance eyes. Further, when the received variable display result specification command is the first variable display result specification command corresponding to the deviation and the reach variation pattern, the left and right symbols are the same decorative symbol as the stop symbol. Determine the combination of out-of-reach (out-of-reach symbols) in which only the symbols inside are different.

In determining these stop symbols, the effect control CPU 120 uses, for example, a stop symbol determination table in which random numbers for determining stop symbols are extracted and data indicating a combination of decorative symbols and numerical values are associated with each other. Then, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined. That is, the stop symbol may be determined by selecting data indicating a combination of decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display result is a big hit (step 047SGS277). Whether or not the variable display result is a big hit may be determined by a fluctuation pattern or the like. When the variable display result is a big hit (step 047SGS277; Y), the big hit post-notification effect determination process (step 047SGS278) for determining the effect pattern of the big hit post-notification effect is executed. Then, the effect pattern (process table) of the effect after the determined big hit notification and the effect control pattern (process table) corresponding to the fluctuation pattern are selected (step 047SGS279), and the process proceeds to step 047SGS282.

If the variable display result is a small hit or a miss (step 047SGS277; N), the effect control pattern (process table) corresponding to the variation pattern designation command is selected (step 047SGS281), and the process proceeds to step 047SGS282.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 047SGS282).

In the process table, display control execution data for controlling the display of the image display device 5, lamp control execution data for controlling the lighting of each LED, and sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R are controlled. The sound control execution data, the operation unit control execution data for controlling the operation of the push button 31B and the stick controller 31A, and the like are arranged in order in chronological order in association with each process data n (1 to N). There is.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the effect device (image display as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound control execution data 1, operation unit control execution data 1). The device 5, various lamps as production parts, speakers 8L, 8R as production parts, and operation units (push button 31B, stick controller 31A, etc.) are controlled (step 047SGS283). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (sound number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In the feature unit 047, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern designation command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. However, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern. The fluctuation pattern to be used may be selected from a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns corresponding to the specified command.

Then, a value corresponding to the variable display time specified by the variable pattern designation command is set in the variable display time timer (step 047SGS284). Further, a predetermined time is set in the variable display control timer (step 047SGS285). The predetermined time is, for example, 30 ms. Every time the predetermined time elapses, the effect control CPU 120 writes the image data indicating the display state of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols to the VRAM, and the display control unit 123 writes the image data to the VRAM. The variable display (variation) of the decorative pattern is realized by outputting the signal corresponding to the image data to the image display device 5 and displaying the image according to the signal by the image display device 5. Next, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step S172) (step 047SGS286), and the variable display result setting process is completed.

FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect determination process after the jackpot notification shown in FIG. 8-14. In the effect determination process after the jackpot notification, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display is the variable display of the first special symbol (step 047SGS301). Whether or not the variable display is the variable display of the first special symbol is determined by the fluctuation pattern of the variable display being the jackpot fluctuation pattern (PB1-1, PB1-2) of the variable display of the first special symbol. It may be determined whether or not.

When the variable display is the variable display of the first special symbol (step 047SGS301; Y), the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification is determined according to the variable display of the first special symbol and the jackpot type (step). 047SGS302), the effect determination process is completed after the big hit notification.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (A), when the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification at the time of the first special symbol variable display is patterned at a rate of 100%. If the jackpot type is determined by HE-01 and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification at the time of the first special symbol variable display is determined by the pattern HE-02 at a rate of 100%, and the jackpot is determined. When the type is the probabilistic jackpot C, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification at the time of the first special symbol variable display is determined by the pattern HE-03 at a rate of 100%, and when the jackpot type is the non-probability variable jackpot. , The effect pattern of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of the first special symbol variable display is determined by the pattern HE-04 at a rate of 100%.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (A) and 8-19 (A), the pattern HE-01 has a pattern HE-01 from the time when the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots during the variable display until the variable display ends. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot is a 10-round jackpot (probability variation jackpot A) in 8 seconds, and the pattern HE-02 is the variable display after the decorative symbols are displayed in the combination of the jackpots during the variable display. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot is a 5-round jackpot (probability variation jackpot B) in 8 seconds until the end of the pattern HE-03. With an effect pattern that notifies that the jackpot is a 2-round jackpot in 8 seconds from the end to the end of the variable display and is controlled to a probability variation state (high accuracy high base state) after the jackpot game ends (probability variation jackpot C). Yes, in the pattern HE-04, the jackpot is a 2-round jackpot in 8 seconds from when the decorative symbol is displayed as a combination of jackpots during the variable display until the variable display ends, and the time is shortened after the jackpot game ends. It is an effect pattern that notifies that it is controlled (non-probability change jackpot) to be controlled to (low probability high base state).

Returning to FIG. 8-15, when the effect control CPU 120 has a variable display of the second special symbol in step 047SGS301 (step 047SGS301; N), the second special figure is held with reference to the start winning command buffer 047SG194A. It is determined whether or not there is an entry in the memory in which the symbol designation command indicating the jackpot is stored (step 047SGS303). When there is no entry in the second special figure hold memory in which the symbol designation command indicating the jackpot is stored (step 047SGS303; N), it is determined whether or not the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A (step). 047SGS304). When the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A (step 047SGS304; Y), the effect after the jackpot notification is produced based on the variable display of the second special symbol and the jackpot type being the probability variation jackpot A. The pattern is determined (step 047SGS305), and the effect determination process is completed after the jackpot notification.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (A), when the jackpot type is probabilistic jackpot A and there is no hold memory in the second special figure hold memory for which the variable display result is a jackpot, the second special The effect pattern of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of variable symbol display is determined to be pattern HE-11 at a rate of 33%, pattern HE-12 at a rate of 33%, and pattern HE-13 at a rate of 34%. decide.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-19 (B), the patterns HE-11 to pattern HE-13 are variable after the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots during the variable display. This is an effect pattern for notifying the number of rounds of the jackpot game as well as the movement of the movable body 32 three times in 40 seconds until the display ends. Specifically, the pattern HE-11 notifies that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and the second round. As a round number notification, after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 5 round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as a third round number notification, the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds later. The pattern HE-12 notifies that the jackpot game is a 5-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and as the second round number notification, After the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as the third round number notification, for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot. The pattern HE-13 notifies that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and as the second round number notification, After the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as the third round number notification, for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot.

Returning to FIG. 8-15, when the jackpot type of the jackpot is not the probability variation jackpot A (step 047SGS304; N) in step 047SGS304, the effect control CPU 120 further determines whether or not the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot B. Is determined (step 047SGS306). When the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot B (step 047SGS306; Y), the effect after the jackpot notification is produced based on the variable display of the second special symbol and the jackpot type being the probability variation jackpot B. The pattern is determined (step 047SGS307), and the effect determination process is completed after the jackpot notification.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (C), when the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot B, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification at the time of the second special symbol variable display is set at a rate of 33%. The pattern HE-21 is determined, the pattern HE-22 is determined at a rate of 33%, and the pattern HE-23 is determined at a rate of 34%.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-19 (B), the pattern HE-21 to the pattern HE-23 are variable after the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots during the variable display. This is an effect pattern for notifying the number of rounds of the jackpot game as well as the movement of the movable body 32 three times in 40 seconds until the display ends. Specifically, the pattern HE-21 notifies that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and the second round. As a round number notification, after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as a third round number notification, the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a jackpot for 5 rounds for 8 seconds later. The pattern HE-22 notifies that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and as the second round number notification, After the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 5 round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as the third round number notification, for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 5-round jackpot. The pattern HE-23 notifies that the jackpot game is a 5-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and as the second round number notification, After the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 5 round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as the third round number notification, for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 5-round jackpot.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-15, when the jackpot type of the jackpot is not the probability variation jackpot B (step 047SGS306; N) in step 047SGS306, the second special symbol is variablely displayed and the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot. Based on C or the non-probability variable jackpot, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification is determined (step 047SGS308), and the effect determination process after the jackpot notification is completed.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (D), when the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot C or a non-side jackpot, the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification at the time of the second special symbol variable display is displayed. The pattern HE-31 is determined at a rate of 100%.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-19 (B), the pattern HE-31 has a pattern HE-31 from the time when the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots during the variable display until the variable display ends. This is an effect pattern for notifying the number of rounds of the jackpot game as well as the movement of the movable body 32 three times in 40 seconds. Specifically, the pattern HE-31 notifies that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and the second round. As a round number notification, after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as a third round number notification, the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a two-round jackpot for 8 seconds later.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-15, when the effect control CPU 120 has an entry in step 047SGS303 in which a symbol designation command indicating a jackpot is stored in the first special figure hold storage (step 047SGS303; Y). Further, it is determined whether or not the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A (step 047SGS309). When the jackpot type of the jackpot is other than the probability variation jackpot A (step 047SGS309; N), the above-mentioned steps 047SGS306 to 047SGS308 are executed to determine the effect pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification, and then the effect determination process after the jackpot notification is performed. When the game is finished and the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A (step 047SGS309; Y), the second special symbol is variablely displayed, the jackpot type is the probability variation jackpot A, and the villa is held in a row. Based on the above, the effect pattern of the effect after the big hit notification is determined (step 047SGS310), and the effect determination process after the big hit notification is completed.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-17 (B), the second special symbol is a variable display, the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot A, and the second special symbol is reserved. The effect pattern of the effect after the big hit notification at the time of variable display is determined to be pattern HE-11 at a rate of 33%, pattern HE-14 at a rate of 33%, and pattern HE-15 at a rate of 34%. do.

As shown in FIGS. 8-18 (B) and 8-19 (B), the patterns HE-14 and the pattern HE-15 are variable after the decorative symbols are displayed in a combination of jackpots during the variable display. This is an effect pattern for notifying the number of rounds of the jackpot game as well as the movement of the movable body 32 three times in 40 seconds until the display ends. Specifically, the pattern HE-14 notifies that the jackpot game is a 2-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and the second round. As a round number notification, after the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds, and as a third round number notification, the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. It is an effect pattern that notifies that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot and that the villa is held in a row for 8 seconds later. The pattern HE-15 notifies that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot for 8 seconds after the movement of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds as the first round number notification, and as the second round number notification, After the operation of the movable body 32 for 5 seconds, it is notified for 8 seconds that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot and that it will be held in a row, and as the third round number notification, the movable body 32 for 5 seconds. This is an effect pattern for notifying that the jackpot game is a 10-round jackpot and that the villa is held in a row for 8 seconds after the operation of.

After that, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the effect pattern and the fluctuation pattern of the effect after the jackpot notification in the process of step 047SGS279 described above and starts the process timer, thereby performing the process in the effect process during variable display. The control of the effect device based on the content of the process data according to the value of the timer (reach effect, display of the decorative pattern as a result of the reach effect in combination with the jackpot, and effect after the jackpot notification) is executed.

In the feature unit 047SG, when the game state is the normal state (low probability low base state), the variable display of the first special symbol is executed mainly by winning the game ball in the first start winning opening. NS. In addition, when the game state is the normal state, the game ball may hit the normal figure by passing through the passing gate 41, and the game ball wins the second start winning opening based on the normal figure hit. By doing so, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed at a lower frequency than the variable display of the first special symbol. That is, when the game state is the normal state, the variable display of the first special symbol is mainly executed, so that the first hit (big hit in the normal state) is generated by the variable display of the first special symbol.

On the other hand, when the game state is a reduced working hours state (low accuracy high base state) or a probability variation state (high accuracy high base state), the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, which causes frequent hits to the normal figure, causing the game ball to hit. Win a prize more frequently in the second start winning opening than in the normal state. Further, since the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 047SG executes the variable display of the second special symbol with priority over the variable display of the first special symbol, the second special symbol is mainly executed in the time saving state or the probabilistic state. A big hit occurs due to the variable display of.

That is, in the present feature unit 047SG, mainly when the game state is the normal state, the first hit occurs based on the variable display of the first special symbol, and the effect after the big hit notification is executed for 8 seconds, and the game is played. When the state is a time saving state or a probable change state, a big hit (big hit in the consecutive villas) is generated based on the variable display of the second special symbol, and the effect after the big hit notification is executed for 40 seconds. There is.

Next, an effect mode of the effect after the big hit notification in the feature unit 047SG will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-20 to 8-24. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-20 (A) to 8-20 (E), when the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the first special symbol, that is, when the first hit occurs, the image After the decorative symbols are displayed in the combination of jackpots on the display device 5, if the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot A, the image display device 5 executes a 10-round jackpot game (the jackpot of the probability variation jackpot A). If the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot B, the image display device 5 executes the jackpot game of 5 rounds (the jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot B is executed). If the jackpot type of the jackpot is the probability variation jackpot C, the image display device 5 will execute the jackpot game for two rounds, and the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state) after the jackpot game is completed. (The jackpot game of the probability variation jackpot C is executed) is notified, and if the jackpot type of the jackpot is a non-probability variation jackpot, the image display device 5 executes the jackpot game of two rounds. Then, after the end of the big hit game, it is notified that the time is controlled to a short time state (low probability high base state) (the big hit game of non-probability variable big hit is executed).

As shown in FIGS. 8-20 (B) to 8-20 (E), the movable body 32 does not operate in the effect after the big hit notification at the time of the first hit. Further, in the effect after the big hit notification at the time of the first hit, the same character 047SG005Z is displayed on the image display device 5 regardless of the number of rounds to be notified.

As shown in FIGS. 8-21 (A) to 8-21 (E), 8-22 (F), and 8-22 (G), the gaming state is a time-saving state or a probability variation state (low probability high base state). In the variable display of the 2nd special symbol, the variable display result becomes a big hit (that is, it becomes a hit in the consecutive villa), and the variable display result becomes a big hit in the 2nd special symbol hold memory. If there is no hold memory, the decorative symbols are displayed in the combination indicated by the big hit on the image display device 5, and then, as a notification of the number of the first round, from the upper position of the image display device 5 in which the movable body 32 is the retracted position. It falls (moves) to the front position of the image display device 5, which is the effect position, moves to the retracted position again, and notifies the number of rounds.

Further, as the notification of the number of rounds for the second time and the notification of the number of lands for the third time, the number of rounds is increased after the movement of the movable body 32 from the retracted position to the effect position and the movement from the effect position to the retracted position are executed. Be notified. As for the notification of the number of rounds for the second time, the number of rounds more than the number of rounds notified for the first time is notified, and for the notification of the number of third rounds, the number of rounds more than the number of rounds notified for the second time. Is notified.

When a different number of rounds is notified as the notification of the number of rounds of the first to third times, the same character 047SG005X is displayed on the image display device 5 regardless of the number of rounds to be notified.

As shown in FIGS. 8-23 (A) to 8-21 (E), 8-24 (F), and 8-24 (G), the gaming state is a time-saving state or a probability variation state (low probability high base state). In the variable display of the 2nd special symbol, the variable display result becomes a big hit (that is, it becomes a hit in the consecutive villa), and the variable display result becomes a big hit in the 2nd special symbol hold memory. When there is a hold memory, the decorative symbols are displayed in the combination indicated by the big hit on the image display device 5, and then, as a notification of the number of the first round, from the upper position of the image display device 5 in which the movable body 32 is the retracted position. It falls (moves) to the front position of the image display device 5, which is the effect position, moves to the retracted position again, and notifies the number of rounds.

Further, as the notification of the number of rounds for the second time and the notification of the number of lands for the third time, the number of rounds is increased after the movement of the movable body 32 from the retracted position to the effect position and the movement from the effect position to the retracted position are executed. Be notified. As for the notification of the number of rounds for the second time, the number of rounds more than the number of rounds notified for the first time is notified, and for the notification of the number of third rounds, the number of rounds more than the number of rounds notified for the second time. Is notified.

At this time, if 10 rounds, which is the most advantageous number of rounds for the player, is notified as the first round number, the character 047SG005X is displayed on the image display device. When 10 rounds are notified as the number of the second round, the character 047SG005Y is displayed in place of the character 047SG005X on the image display device 5, and the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the existing second special figure reserved storage. (Holding consecutive confirmation notification) is displayed. Further, when 10 rounds are notified as the number of the third round, the character 047SG005Z is displayed in place of the character 047SG005Y on the image display device 5, and the variable display result is displayed in the variable display of the existing second special figure reserved storage. Is displayed as a big hit (holding consecutive confirmation notification).

In the production example shown in FIGS. 8-20 to 8-24, when the second special figure holding memory in which the variable display result is a big hit already exists, the image display device 5 is notified of the number of rounds from the second time onward. Although the form in which the displayed character changes is illustrated, the character displayed on the image display device 5 in the second and subsequent round number notifications is displayed even when there is no second special figure hold memory in which the variable display result is a big hit. Change.

For example, when the effect after the big hit notification is executed in the pattern HE-12 or the pattern HE-14, when 5 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of the first round and 10 as the notification of the number of the second round. When the round is notified, the character 047SG005X is displayed on the image display device 5, and when 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of the third round, the character 005Y is displayed instead of the character 047SG005X on the image display device 5. NS.

Further, when the effect after the big hit notification is executed in the pattern HE-13, when 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of the first round, the character 047SG005X is displayed on the image display device 5 and the second time. When 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of rounds, the character 047SG005Y is displayed in place of the character 047SG005X on the image display device 5, and when 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the third number of rounds, the image display device At 5, the character 047SG005Z is displayed in place of the character 047SG005Y.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 047SG, in the jackpot game during the period from when the decorative symbols are displayed in the combination indicating the jackpot on the image display device 5 until the variable display of the special symbol is stopped. It is possible to execute a post-big hit notification effect that notifies the number of rounds of the above three times, and when the player is notified of 10 rounds, which is the most advantageous for the player, as the notification of the number of rounds up to the second time as the post-big hit notification effect. , The effect control CPU 120 notifies 10 rounds as the notification of the remaining number of rounds, and if there is a second special figure hold memory in which the variable display result is a big hit, the holding sequence is performed together with the notification of the 10 rounds. The notification is also executed. By doing so, by executing the effect after the big hit notification, the period until the big winning opening is controlled to the open state can be lengthened, and as a result, the period of continuous big hits can be lengthened. It is possible to prevent the gambling from becoming excessively large, and during the period of the production after the big hit notification, it is notified multiple times that the number of rounds of the big hit game is the most advantageous 10 rounds for the player. At the same time, the hold continuous notification is also executed, so that it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being deteriorated by the post-big hit notification effect for preventing the gambling from becoming excessively large.

In the feature unit 047SG, during the variable display of the special symbol, the effect after the jackpot notification is performed during the period from when the decorative symbol is displayed on the image display device 5 in the combination of the jackpot until the variable display of the special symbol is stopped. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the effect after the jackpot notification is the period from when the variable display of the special symbol is stopped until the jackpot game is started, or the jackpot game. It may be executed in the period from the start of the above to the opening timing of the first big winning opening. In addition, there are multiple effects after the jackpot notification during the variable display of the special symbol, the period from when the variable display of the special symbol is stopped until the jackpot game is started, and during the jackpot game including the opening of the jackpot. It may be executed over the period of. In particular, when the effect after the big hit notification is executed over a plurality of periods, for example, from the variable display to the big hit game, the full rotation reach effect (the combination of the decorative symbols indicating the big hit is variably displayed) as the effect after the big hit notification. (Effect) is executed, and the stop jackpot symbol in the full rotation reach effect is notified that the number of rounds of the jackpot game and the probability change state are controlled after the jackpot game is completed, and FIGS. The notification of the number of rounds of the jackpot game shown in 29 (E) and the fact that the jackpot game is controlled to be in a probabilistic state after the jackpot game is completed may not be notified.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-21, the feature unit 047SG can notify the number of rounds of the big hit game three times as a post-big hit notification effect in the variable display of the second special symbol, and these three times. When a different number of rounds is notified in the effect after the big hit notification, the same character 047SG005X is displayed on the image display device 5 regardless of the number of notified rounds, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, a plurality of characters to be displayed in the effect after these three big hit notifications may be provided. When a plurality of characters to be displayed in the three-time big hit notification post-effect are provided in this way, the characters displayed on the image display device 5 together with the number of rounds in the first and second big hit notification post-effects are provided. , The ratio of the number of rounds notified in the production after the next big hit notification may be 5 rounds or 10 rounds may be different. By doing so, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the character displayed on the image display device 5 as an effect after the big hit notification, so that the game interest can be improved.

Further, in this feature unit 047SG, when 10 rounds are notified by the knowledge of the number of rounds up to the second time as a production after the big hit notification, 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the remaining number of rounds, and the hold continuous notification is also made. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when 10 rounds are notified as the knowledge of the number of rounds up to the second time, 10 rounds are notified as the remaining number of rounds. In addition to notifying, it may be notified that the player is controlled to a probabilistic state (high accuracy high base state) or a time saving state (low accuracy high base) after the big hit game is completed. Further, when there is a hold memory in which the variable display result is a big hit, the number of rounds of the big hit game based on the variable display of the hold memory may be notified.

Further, in the present feature unit 047SG, when 10 rounds are notified by the notification of the number of rounds up to the second time as an effect after the big hit notification, a mode in which 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the remaining number of rounds is illustrated. Is not limited to this, and when 10 rounds are notified as the knowledge of the number of rounds up to the second time as an effect after the big hit notification, the notification of the remaining number of rounds may not be executed.

In addition, in this feature unit 047SG, when 10 rounds are notified by the notification of the number of rounds up to the second time as an effect after the big hit notification, it is possible to execute the pending continuous notification together with the notification of 10 rounds as the notification of the remaining number of rounds. However, the present invention is not limited to this. , Hold continuous notification may be executed.

Further, in the present feature unit 047SG, an embodiment in which the number of rounds of the big hit game is executed three times as the effect after the big hit notification is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of rounds as the big hit notification effect is not limited to this. The number of times of notification may be 2 times or less or 4 times or more.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-19, the after-hit notification effect for 40 seconds is executed only in the variable display of the second special symbol, that is, in most cases, the gaming state is in a time-saving state (low accuracy high base). Since it is executed in the case of a state) or a probability change state (high probability high base state), it is possible to prevent the gambling in these time saving states and probability change states from becoming excessively high.

In the feature unit 047SG, in the variable display of the first special symbol, a mode in which the effect after the big hit notification is executed for 8 seconds is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first special symbol is not limited to this. In the variable display of the symbol, the effect after the big hit notification may be executed for 40 seconds, or in the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect after the big hit notification may not be executed.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-23 and 8-24, when the player is notified of the most advantageous 10 rounds for the player a plurality of times as an effect after the big hit notification, the image display device 5 notifies each of these 10 rounds. By changing the character displayed on the screen, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the game as compared with the case where the notification of 10 rounds is repeated together with the display of the same character.

In the feature unit 047SG, when 10 rounds of notification are repeatedly executed as a notification effect after a big hit, the image display device 5 exemplifies a form in which the character to be displayed is changed for each 10 rounds of notification. The present invention is not limited to this, and when 10 rounds of notification are repeatedly executed as a notification effect after a big hit, the sound and game effect lamp output from the speakers 8L and 8R for each of these 10 rounds of notification. The light emission of 9 may be made different.

Further, in the present feature unit 047SG, a form in which the number of rounds of the big hit game is notified by a specific numerical value is illustrated as a effect after the big hit notification, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the big hit notification effect is not limited to this. The number of rounds of the jackpot game may be notified in a mode other than a specific numerical value such as a combination of decorative symbols. For example, when notifying 2 rounds as an effect after the big hit notification, a combination of even-numbered decorative symbols such as "222" and "444" is displayed on the image display device 5, and when notifying 5 rounds, "111" and "111" and " An odd number of decorative symbols other than 7 such as "555" is displayed on the image display device 5, and when 10 rounds are notified, a combination of "777" decorative symbols or "MAX" is displayed on the image display device 5. do it.

Further, in this feature unit 047SG, when the number of rounds is notified for the third time of the effect after the big hit notification, the notification of the number of the first and second rounds is executed for 13 seconds, and the notification of the number of the third round is notified. It is executed for 14 seconds, that is, the notification period of the last number of rounds is longer than the notification period of other rounds, but the present invention is not limited to this, and as a post-big hit notification effect. The notification period for each number of rounds may be the same or different. Furthermore, the notification period for the number of first and second rounds may be longer than the notification period for the number of other rounds.

Although the feature portions of the present invention have been described above with reference to the drawings, the specific configuration is not limited to these feature portions, and any changes or additions within the scope of the gist of the present invention are included in the present invention. Is done.

For example, in the feature unit 047SG, when 10 rounds are notified before the notification of the number of rounds for the second time as an effect after the big hit notification, the notification of the remaining number of rounds is executed together with the notification of 10 rounds and the pending continuous confirmation notification is executed. Although the embodiment is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and when 10 rounds are notified by the notification of the second round number as the effect after the big hit notification, the big hit game ends as the notification of the remaining number of rounds. It may be possible to notify that the probabilistic state is controlled later.

For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-25 (A) to 8-25 (D) as a modified example 047SG-1, when there is a jackpot with 10 rounds as a non-probability variable jackpot, the jackpot type is a probabilistic jackpot. When the variable display of A is executed, 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of the first round, and 10 rounds are notified as the notification of the number of the second and third rounds, and the probability change state is controlled after the big hit game is completed. It suffices to provide a case where it is notified that it will be done. By doing so, as the effect after the big hit notification, not only the notification of 10 rounds, which is the most advantageous for the player as the notification of the number of 3 rounds, but also the notification that the probability change state is controlled after the big hit game is completed. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production after the big hit notification, and it is possible to further prevent the deterioration of the interest of the game.

Further, in the feature unit 047SG of the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-6, an embodiment is exemplified in which it is always determined whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state at a ratio according to the gaming state. The present invention is not limited to this, and as shown in FIG. 8-34 as a modified example 047SG-2, a plurality of set values 1 to 6 can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and each set value is set to the gaming state. It may be possible to determine whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state at different ratios according to the situation.

In this way, when it is possible to determine whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state at different ratios according to the gaming state for each set value, an effect that can be executed during the variable display (hereinafter, the effect during the variable display). ), The setting suggestion and reach notice that suggest the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be executed, and if both the setting suggestion and the reach notice can be executed, the reach notice is prioritized over the setting. May be feasible. Hereinafter, the modified example 047SG-2 will be described.

As shown in FIG. 8-36, the variable display effect has a plurality of types of effect patterns (effect modes) of patterns PT-1 to PT-9, and the effect control CPU 120 is a variable display effect. When the execution is decided, which of the patterns PT-1 to PT-9 is used to execute the variable display effect, that is, which of the patterns PT-1 to PT-9 is used. It is decided by lottery whether to execute the effect during variable display based on.

As shown in FIGS. 8-38 (A) to (C), the effect during variable display starts at the timing when a predetermined period elapses after the variable display of the symbol is started (the timing before the variable display mode reaches reach). Then, a plurality of (for example, eight) images Z1 showing the paraglider on which the passenger rides fade in from the left side of the display area of the image display device 5 and move toward the right side of the display area. By fading out to the right side of the display area, the variable display effect ends. Further, an image Z2 indicating that a predetermined number of gliders are destroyed and dropped while the plurality of images Z1 are moving toward the right side may be displayed, and a set value is set depending on the number of the dropped paragliders. Or reach is suggested.

Specifically, in the case of pattern PT-1, one body is destroyed and falls, in the case of pattern PT-2, two bodies are destroyed and fall, and in the case of pattern PT-3, three bodies are destroyed and fall. In the case of pattern PT-4, 4 bodies are destroyed and fall, in the case of pattern PT-5, 5 bodies are destroyed and fall, and in the case of pattern PT-6, 6 bodies are destroyed and fall. In the case of pattern PT-7, 7 bodies are destroyed and fall, and in the case of pattern PT-8 and pattern PT-9, 8 bodies are destroyed and fall.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-38 (B) and 8-39 (A), in the patterns PT-1 to PT-8, the timing at which the paraglider is destroyed is the same, and each pattern PT-1 to 1 to 8 is destroyed. The number of paragliders corresponding to PT-8 is destroyed all at once (or a predetermined number may be used). On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-39 (B), the pattern PT-9 is a pattern in which a total of eight paragliders fall like the pattern PT-8, but the mode in which the paragliders are destroyed is the pattern PT-. It is different from 8. Specifically, seven paragliders are destroyed at the same timing as pattern PT-7, but the remaining one is destroyed at the second timing after the first timing when the other seven are destroyed. ..

Which of the patterns PT-1 to PT-9 is used to execute the effect period of such a variable display effect, that is, the reach notice or the effect result in which the effect result is an advantageous state suggestion result is the setting suggestion result. Regardless of which of the setting suggestions, the effect of the common mode (for example, the effect of the aspect in which the image Z1 fades in from the left side of the display area of the image display device 5 and moves toward the right side of the display area). The common effect period in which It is composed of a non-common effect period in which the effect of moving downward in the display area of 5) is executed.

In the background where the images Z1 and Z2 are displayed as the effect during the variable display, the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, but the decorative symbols are displayed in a smaller size than usual. The small symbol may be variably displayed at a predetermined place. Further, during the execution period of the variable display effect, another notice effect or the like different from the variable display effect may be executed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-36, among the patterns PT-1 to PT-9, the set value is 1 for the patterns PT-1 to PT-7 in which the number of paragliders destroyed is 1 to 7. Regarding the patterns PT-8 and PT-9, which are set as a specific pattern (specific mode) corresponding to the setting suggestion suggesting which of the 6 to 6 is set, and the number of paragliders destroyed is eight. It is said to be a special pattern (special mode) corresponding to the reach notice suggesting the possibility of reaching. That is, the effect during variable display has the same effect mode in the common effect period, but the suggestion target differs depending on the difference in the effect mode in the non-common effect period (the number of paragliders destroyed), and 1 to 7 paragliders. If it is destroyed, it will be a setting suggestion, and if 8 bodies are destroyed, it will be a reach notice.

Specifically, the patterns PT-1 and PT-3 suggest that the set values may be odd (for example, 1, 3, 5), and the patterns PT-2 and PT-4 have even set values. (For example, 2, 4, 6), the pattern PT-5 suggests that the set value may be equal to or higher than the intermediate setting (for example, 3 or 5), and the pattern PT-5. 6 suggests that the set value may be greater than or equal to the even-numbered intermediate setting (eg, 4 or 6), and pattern PT-7 suggests that the set value may be the highest setting (eg, 6). ..

The patterns PT-1 to PT-4 are determined at a high rate when the set value is any of 1 to 4 (low setting), and therefore, any of the set values 5 and 6 (high setting). It is regarded as the first specific pattern {setting suggestion (low), first specific mode} with low expectation that it is, and for patterns PT-5 to PT-6, the set value is any of 5 and 6. In some cases, it is determined at a high rate, so that it is a second specific pattern {setting suggestion (high), second specific mode} with a high degree of expectation that the set values are 5 and 6.

In this modification 047SG-2, the set values 1 to 4 are set as low settings and the set values 5 and 6 are set as high settings, but the set values 1 to 3 are set as low settings and the set values 4 to 6 are set as high settings. Alternatively, the setting values 1 and 2 may be set to a low setting, the setting values 3 and 4 may be set to an intermediate setting, and the setting values 5 and 6 may be set to a high setting to set the execution ratio of the effect pattern.

On the other hand, the pattern PT-8 suggests that the variable display of the symbol may be more than reach (for example, normal reach or super reach), and the pattern PT-9 suggests that the variable display of the symbol may be super reach. Suggest.

Regarding the pattern PT-8, the variable display mode of the symbol is determined at a high rate when it becomes the normal reach, so that the expectation of becoming the super reach is low. Regarding the pattern PT-9, the second special pattern {reach, which is highly expected to become super reach, is determined at a high rate when the variable display mode of the symbol becomes super reach. Notice (high), second special mode}.

As described above, the effect control CPU 120 has a special mode (for example, patterns PT-8 and PT-9) that suggests that the jackpot game state is controlled, and a specific mode (for example, pattern PT-) that suggests the setting. It is possible to execute a variable display effect based on any one of a plurality of types of effect modes including 1 to PT-7), and a reach notice based on pattern PT-8 or pattern PT-9 (predetermined effect of a special mode). When any of the setting suggestion (predetermined effect of a specific embodiment) based on any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-7 can be executed, the reach notice can be executed in preference to the setting suggestion.

In the present modification 047SG-2, the pattern PT-8 and the pattern PT-9 are determined when the fluctuation pattern is normal reach or super reach regardless of whether or not the variable display result is a big hit. , The normal reach fluctuation pattern is determined at a higher rate when the variable display result is out of alignment than when it becomes a big hit. Therefore, the pattern PT-8 becomes a super reach, that is, the jackpot expectation degree. Is a lower pattern than the pattern PT-9, while the super reach variation pattern is determined when the variable display result is a big hit and at a higher rate than when it is out of order. Reference numeral 9 denotes a super reach, that is, a pattern in which the jackpot expectation is higher than that of the pattern PT-8.

Further, in the present modification 047SG-2, in the variable display effect, a mode suggesting the possibility of a big hit or which set value is set depending on the number of paragliders destroyed has been illustrated, but the present invention has been illustrated. The present invention is not limited to this, and the appearance of a predetermined number (for example, eight) or more paragliders without destroying the paragliders may suggest a big hit or a high setting. Furthermore, if it is possible to suggest the possibility of a big hit and which setting value is set, the effect mode can be changed in various ways, for example, the number of characters appearing, the type of character appearing, and the like. It may be something that can suggest a big hit or a set value.

In addition, in the setting suggestion (high) based on any of patterns PT-5 to PT-7 and the reach notice (high) based on pattern PT-9, the last paraglider among the number corresponding to each pattern is destroyed. By outputting a specific sound or emitting a game effect lamp 9 or the like when falling, it may be possible to notify that the pattern has a high expectation of a big hit or a high setting.

FIG. 8-35 is a flowchart of the effect determination process during variable display executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the variable display start setting process in the modified example 047SG-2. In the effect determination process during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 first identifies the variable display result and the variation pattern (047SGS401). The variable display result is a variable display stored in the variable display result specification command storage area for storing the variable display result specification command for specifying the variable display result transmitted from the main board 11 at the start of the variable display. It can be specified by the result specification command. Further, as described above, the fluctuation pattern can be specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command stored in the fluctuation pattern designation command storage area.

Then, the random numbers for determining the reach notice type are extracted, and the effect (reach notice) type determination table A shown in FIG. 8-37 (A) is used to determine whether or not the reach notice is executed in the variable display effect. A lottery is conducted to determine the type of reach notice in the case of (047SGS402).

In the effect (reach notice) type determination table A shown in FIG. 8-37 (A), when the fluctuation pattern is super reach, 20 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, and 20 is assigned to pattern PT-8. A number of determination values are assigned, and 60 determination values are assigned to the pattern PT-9. That is, when the fluctuation pattern is super reach, the PT-9 is won at a higher rate than when the fluctuation pattern is other than super reach.

When the fluctuation pattern is normal reach, 20 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 60 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-8, and 20 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-9. There is. That is, when the fluctuation pattern is normal reach, the PT-8 is won at a higher rate than when the fluctuation pattern is other than normal reach.

When the fluctuation pattern is a non-reach or small hit fluctuation pattern, 100 determination values are assigned to the non-execution, and the determination values are not assigned to the patterns PT-8 and PT-9. That is, if the fluctuation pattern is a non-reach or small hit fluctuation pattern, the reach notice is not won.

By setting the judgment value in this way, when the fluctuation pattern is normal reach, it is easier to win the pattern PT-8 at a higher rate than when the fluctuation pattern is other than the normal reach fluctuation pattern, and when the fluctuation pattern is super reach, it is easy to win. Pattern PT-9 is easier to win at a higher rate than in cases other than the super reach fluctuation pattern.

Therefore, when an effect based on pattern PT-8 appears, it is more likely to be a normal reach variation pattern than a super reach variation pattern, and when an effect based on pattern PT-9 appears, it is super than a normal reach variation pattern. It is likely to be a reach variation pattern. That is, although it is confirmed that the pattern PT-8 will be a reach fluctuation pattern, there is a high possibility that it will be a normal reach. Since there is a high possibility that it will be, it is considered to be a reach notice (high) pattern with a high expectation of big hits.

Returning to FIG. 8-35, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the pattern PT-9 {reach notice (high)} has been won as a result of whether or not the reach notice has been executed and the type of lottery has been performed in the 047SGS402. (047SGS403). When it is determined that the pattern PT-9 has been won, the execution of the reach notice based on the pattern PT-9 is determined in preference to the setting suggestion based on any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-7 (047SGS404). Proceed to 047SGS413.

If it is determined in 047SGS402 that the pattern PT-9 has not been won, that is, if the reach notice is not executed or the pattern PT-8 is won, the reach notice is not executed or the pattern PT-8 {reach notice (low). } Is won, the set value stored in the RAM 102 is read out, and the current set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified (047SGS405). Next, a random number for determining the setting suggestion type is extracted, and the effect (setting suggestion) type determination table B corresponding to the setting value specified by 047SGS405 is used to determine whether or not the setting suggestion is executed in the variable display effect. A lottery is performed to determine the type of setting suggestion to be executed (047SGS406).

In the effect (setting suggestion) type determination table B shown in FIG. 8-37 (B), when the set value is 1, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, and 25 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-1. Is assigned, 10 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-2, 25 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-3, 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-4, and the pattern is assigned. Four determination values are assigned to the PT-5, one determination value is assigned to the pattern PT-6, and one determination value is not assigned to the pattern PT-7. When the set value is 2, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 10 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-1, and 25 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-2. Five judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-3, 25 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-4, one judgment value is assigned to the pattern PT-5, and four judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-6. A determination value is assigned, and one determination value is not assigned to the pattern PT-7. When the set value is 3, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 20 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-2. 20 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-3, 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-4, 15 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-5, and 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-6. A determination value is assigned, and one determination value is not assigned to the pattern PT-7. When the set value is 4, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 5 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-1, and 20 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-2. Five judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-3, 20 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-4, five judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-5, and 15 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-6. A determination value is assigned, and one determination value is not assigned to the pattern PT-7. When the set value is 5, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 5 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-1, and 10 judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-2. Pattern PT-3 is assigned 5 judgment values, pattern PT-4 is assigned 10 judgment values, pattern PT-5 is assigned 25 judgment values, and pattern PT-6 is assigned 15 judgment values. A determination value is assigned, and one determination value is not assigned to the pattern PT-7. When the set value is 6, 30 judgment values are assigned to non-execution, 10 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-1, and 5 judgment values are assigned to pattern PT-2. Pattern PT-3 is assigned 10 judgment values, pattern PT-4 is assigned 5 judgment values, pattern PT-5 is assigned 10 judgment values, and pattern PT-6 is assigned 25 judgment values. Judgment values are assigned, and five judgment values are assigned to the pattern PT-7.

By setting the judgment value in this way, when the set value is an odd number 1 or 3, the patterns PT-1 and PT-3 are won at a higher rate than when the set value is other than 1 or 3. When the set value is 2 or 4, it is easy to win, and the patterns PT-2 and PT-4 are easily won at a higher rate than when the set value is other than 2 or 4, and the set value is 5. Is easier to win the pattern PT-5 at a higher rate than when the set value is other than 5, and when the set value is 6, the pattern PT-6 is won at a higher rate than when the set value is other than 6. It's easier to do. Further, since the pattern PT-7 may be won only when the set value is 6, it is confirmed that the set value is 6 when a setting suggestion based on the pattern PT-7 appears.

Therefore, if an effect based on patterns PT-1 to PT-4 in which the number of paragliders destroyed is 4 or less is likely to appear, it is highly possible that the set value is one of 1 to 4, and the paraglider is destroyed. If the effect based on the patterns PT-5 to PT-7 with 5 or more bodies is likely to appear, it is highly possible that the set value is any of 5 and 6. That is, patterns PT-1 to PT-4 are considered to be setting suggestions (low) that are unlikely to have a high setting (set value 5 or 6), and patterns PT-5 to PT-7 are set to a high setting (set value 5 or 6). It is said that the setting suggestion (high) is likely to be 6).

In the present modification 047SG-2, the reach advance notice type determination random number and the setting suggestion type determination random number are defined as random numbers in the range of 1 to 100, and any value in the range of 1 to 100 is extracted. .. That is, the number of determination values of each determination random number is set to 100 in the range of 1 to 100, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the range of each determination random number and the like should be appropriately determined. Just do it. Further, each determination random number counter for generating each of these determination random numbers is set in the RAM 122, and each determination random number counter is updated for each timer interrupt in the random number update process.

Returning to FIG. 8-35, the effect control CPU 120 performed a lottery on whether or not to execute the setting suggestion and the type in the 047SGS406, and as a result, any one of the patterns PT-5 to PT-7 {setting suggestion (high)} was obtained. It is determined whether or not the player has won (047SGS407). If it is determined that any of the patterns PT-5 to PT-7 has been won, and if the non-execution of the reach notice is won in 047SGS403, one of the winning patterns PT-5 to PT-7 is selected. When the execution of the setting suggestion (high) based on the setting is uniquely determined and the pattern PT-8 {reach notice (low)} is won in 047SGS403, any one of the winning patterns PT-5 to PT-7 is won. The execution of the setting suggestion (high) based on the above is determined in preference to the reach notice (low) based on the pattern PT-8 (047SGS408), and the process proceeds to 047SGS413.

If any of the patterns PT-5 to PT-7 {setting suggestion (high)} was not won in 047SGS407, that is, if the setting suggestion was not executed or any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-4 was won. , 047SGS407 determines whether or not pattern PT-8 {reach notice (low)} is won in 047SGS403 based on non-execution of setting suggestion or winning of any of patterns PT-1 to PT-4. (047SGS409).

If it is determined that the pattern PT-8 {reach notice (low)} has been won in 047SGS409, and if the non-execution of the setting suggestion is won in 047SGS407, the reach notice (low) based on the pattern PT-8 is executed. If any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-4 {setting suggestion (low)} is won in 047SGS407, the reach notice (low) based on the winning pattern PT-8 is Execution is determined in preference to the setting suggestion (low) based on patterns PT-1 to PT-4 (047SGS410), and the process proceeds to 047SGS413.

If it is determined in 047SGS409 that pattern PT-8 {reach notice (low)} has not been won, it is determined whether or not any of patterns PT-1 to PT-4 {setting suggestion (low)} has been won. Judgment (047SGS411), if any of the patterns PT-1 to PT-4 is won, the execution of the setting suggestion (low) based on the patterns PT-1 to PT-4 is determined (047SGS412), and 047SGS413 is determined. move on. Further, when none of the patterns PT-1 to PT-4 is won, that is, when the non-execution of both the reach notice and the setting suggestion is won, the variable display is being performed without deciding the execution of the effect. The production determination process ends.

In 047SGS413, the effect type (any of patterns PT-1 to PT-9) determined in any of 047SGS404, 047SGS408, 047SGS410, and 047SGS412 is stored in a predetermined area of RAM 122 (047SGS413), and the effect during variable display is executed. The variable display effect execution decision flag indicating that has been determined is set (047SGS414), and the variable display effect determination process ends.

After finishing the variable display effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display effect execution decision flag is set in the variable display start setting process, and determines whether or not the variable display effect execution decision flag is set. If the flag is set, the variable display in effect start wait timer is set to return to the start of the variable display effect, and the variable display effect execution decision flag is cleared.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the variable display effect start waiting timer to -1 for each interrupt in the variable display effect execution process, and is based on the fact that the variable display effect start wait timer has timed out. A process table corresponding to the determined effect pattern may be selected, and a process timer corresponding to the process table may be started to execute the variable display effect.

As described above, in the present modification 047SG-2, when both the reach notice and the setting value suggestion can be executed as the variable display effect, the reach notice can be executed with priority as the variable display effect. Therefore, when the variable display result becomes a big hit, it is possible to prevent the setting suggestion from being executed and the effect from becoming inappropriate.

Further, in the feature unit 047SG, the pachinko game machine 1 is exemplified as a game machine that plays a predetermined game, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the game machine that plays a predetermined game is at least a predetermined game. In addition to the pachinko gaming machine 1, a slot machine or a general game machine may be used as long as it performs the above.

Further, in the present specification, a plurality of feature portions and modified examples are illustrated as the form of the gaming machine of the present invention, but the gaming machine of the present invention may be implemented by combining these plurality of feature portions and modified examples. Alternatively, only one feature portion or modification may be carried out.

1 Pachinko game machine 2 Game board 4A 1st special symbol display device 4B 2nd special symbol display device 5 Image display device 11 Main board 12 Production control board 103 CPU
120 Production control CPU

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can perform variable display in a game using a gaming medium and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
A variable means capable of changing into a first state in which the game medium can enter and a second state in which the game medium is more difficult to enter than the first state.
A game control means in which the variable means is set to the first state and can be controlled to a plurality of types of advantageous states having different advantages.
A first notification effect execution means capable of executing the first notification effect to be controlled to the advantageous state during variable display, and a first notification effect execution means.
After the first notification effect is executed, the advantage of the notification target of the first notification effect is within the period from the end of the variable display in which the first notification effect is executed to the start of the advantageous state of the notification target. a second notification effect execution unit capable of executing a second notification effect stepwise notifying advantageous degree of state Te to a specific number of times,
With
As the variable display, it is possible to execute a variable display of the first identification information and a variable display of the second identification information which is easy to be executed in a variable display period shorter than the variable display of the first identification information.
The second notification effect executing means is
The second notification effect can be executed at least in a predetermined period including a period in which the variable means is controlled to the second state.
Wherein when notified that the highest advantage degree before reaching the specified number of times, Ri executable der the notification effect of different contents and it is higher advantageous degree outermost,
When the variable display of the second identification information controlled in the advantageous state is completed, the second notification effect can be executed, while the variable display of the first identification information controlled in the advantageous state is completed. In some cases, the second notification effect is not executed.
Be either advantageous degree to be informed of a plurality of beneficial degree, a game machine, wherein said that the Ru executable der notification by a particular number in a certain predetermined period.

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