JP6974717B2 - Pachinko game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a pachinko gaming machine.

In general, a pachinko gaming machine acquires a random number value for lottery when a gaming ball enters the starting port, and temporarily stores the random value up to a predetermined upper limit as an operation pending ball. Each such operation-holding ball is sequentially digested one by one each time a predetermined start condition is satisfied, and a hit / fail determination as to whether or not it corresponds to a big hit is executed. If the result of the winning / failing judgment is a big hit, the symbol consisting of multiple rows is displayed in a variable manner, and then the symbol is stopped and displayed in a predetermined winning mode, and the large winning opening, which is normally closed, is opened. A special game (big hit game) to be played is established.

In this type of pachinko gaming machine, when the result of the above-mentioned hit / fail determination corresponds to a small hit, it is known to execute a small hit game in which the earned profit is relatively lower than that of the big hit game (for example, Patent Document 1). See).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2012-152370

Since there are already many pachinko gaming machines that adopt such a configuration as conventional models, it is necessary to further improve the interest of the game in order to differentiate it from the conventional models.

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

In order to achieve such an object, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention has a gaming board in which a gaming area is formed, and a first starting port provided at a predetermined position in the gaming area and into which a gaming ball can enter. To the second starting port, which is provided at a position different from the first starting port of the gaming area, and the game ball changes into an open state where the ball is easy to enter and a closed state where the ball is difficult to enter, and the first starting port. The first random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number value triggered by the entry of the game ball, the second random number acquisition means for acquiring the random number value triggered by the entry of the game ball into the second starting port, and the first 1 The first hit / fail determination means that executes a hit / fail determination based on the random number value acquired by the random number acquisition means, the second hit / fail determination means that executes the hit / fail judgment based on the random number value acquired by the second random number acquisition means, and the game. A large winning opening provided in the area, which is opened according to the result of the winning / failing determination by the first winning / failing determination means or the result of the winning / failing determination by the second winning / failing determination means, and a large winning opening in which a game ball can enter, and the large winning opening. When the specific area through which the game ball that has entered the ball can pass and the result of the hit / fail judgment by the first hit / miss determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / miss determination means is a big hit, the opening of the big winning opening is opened. If the result of the hit / fail determination by the big hit game execution means that can shift to the accompanying big hit game and at least the second hit / fail determination means is a small hit, the small hit game that can shift to the small hit game that accompanies the opening of the big winning opening. The execution means, the normal probability state in which the result of the first hit / fail determination and the result of the second hit / fail determination are big hits with a predetermined probability, the result of the first hit / miss determination, and the result of the second hit / miss determination. Has a high probability state in which a big hit is made with a higher probability than the predetermined probability, and a probability state control means for controlling the transition to a normal gaming state or a high probability state, a normal ball entry state, and the normal ball entry state. A ball entry state control means that has an easy entry state that facilitates entry into the second starting port, and controls the transition to a normal entry state or an easy entry state, and the first hit / fail determination means. The first symbol display device showing the result of the hit / fail judgment by the first symbol is variable display and stop display, and the second symbol showing the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / miss judgment means is variable display and stop display. 2 The symbol display device, the first symbol display control means for variable display and stop display of the first symbol in the first symbol display device, and the second symbol display control means for variable display and stop display of the second symbol in the second symbol display device. The result or previous of the hit / fail judgment by the symbol display control means and the first hit / miss judgment means. The game ball is provided with an effect display device for displaying an effect suggesting the result of the hit / fail determination by the second hit / fail determination means and an effect determination means for determining the effect content to be displayed on the effect display device. By passing through the specific area in the big winning opening, it is possible to shift to a high probability state after the end of the big hit game, and the result of the hit / fail determination by the second hit / miss determination means is a small hit rather than the probability of becoming a big hit. The probability of becoming a hit is set higher, and the result of the hit / fail determination by the first hit / fail determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / miss determination means becomes a big hit, and the first symbol or the second symbol indicating the big hit. When the game ball passes through the specific area in the big hit game executed by the stop symbol of the symbol becoming a predetermined big hit symbol, the game shifts to the normal ball entry state after the end of the big hit game, and the first hit / fail determination means. The result of the hit / fail determination by the above or the result of the hit / fail determination by the second hit / fail determination means becomes a big hit, and the big hit game executed by the stop symbol of the first symbol or the second symbol indicating the big hit becomes a predetermined big hit symbol. When the game ball does not pass through the specific area, the game shifts to an easy-to-enter state after the end of the big hit game, and the opening / closing mode, which is the mode of opening / closing operation of the second starting port, becomes the first opening / closing mode. Since the frequency with which the game ball enters the second starting port is relatively low, the game ball can easily flow down to the large winning opening, while opening and closing, which is an mode of opening / closing operation of the second starting port. When the mode is the second opening / closing mode, the game ball is configured to be difficult to flow down to the big winning opening because the frequency of the game ball entering the second starting opening is relatively high, and the big hit game. When the game ball passes through the specific area in the big winning opening during execution, the opening / closing mode of the second starting opening is frequently the first by shifting to the normal entering state after the end of the big hit game. When the game ball does not pass through the specific area in the big winning opening during the execution of the big hit game, the second starting opening is changed to the easy-to-enter state after the big hit game is completed. It is characterized in that the opening / closing mode of the above is configured to be the second opening / closing mode with high frequency.

According to the pachinko gaming machine according to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment. It is a rear view of the said pachinko gaming machine. It is a schematic diagram which shows the structure of the big prize opening of the said pachinko gaming machine. It is a control block diagram of the said pachinko gaming machine. It is a functional block diagram of the main control board and the effect control board of the said pachinko gaming machine. It is a schematic diagram which shows the special symbol winning / failing lottery table. (A) is a schematic diagram showing a first special symbol jackpot symbol table, and (B) is a schematic diagram showing a second special symbol jackpot symbol table. It is a time chart showing a large winning opening and an opening pattern of a specific area. It is a transition diagram of a game state and an effect mode. It is a schematic diagram which shows the game state setting table. It is a schematic diagram which shows the variation pattern table 1. It is a schematic diagram which shows the variation pattern table 2. It is a schematic diagram which shows the variation pattern table 3. (A) is a schematic diagram for explaining a reserved image display unit on the screen, and (B) is a schematic diagram for explaining a reserved image and a changing image. It is a schematic diagram for demonstrating the flow of the battle production in a normal production mode. It is a schematic diagram which shows the basic screen in a probability change effect mode. It is a flowchart which shows the main process on the main control side. It is a flowchart which shows the control process following FIG. 17 of the main control side main process. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing of a main control side. It is a flowchart which shows the prize-winning monitoring process. It is a flowchart which shows the start port monitoring control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change start monitoring control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change start monitoring process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol control processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol control general-purpose processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol change start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the process during special symbol change. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during the special symbol stop symbol display. It is a flowchart which shows the control process following FIG. 28 of the process during special symbol stop symbol display. It is a flowchart which shows the special electric accessory control process. It is a flowchart which shows the control process following FIG. 30 of the special electric accessory control process. It is a flowchart which shows the control process following FIG. 31 of the special electric accessory control process. It is a flowchart which shows the game state setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the reset start processing. It is a flowchart which shows the production control side main processing. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control command reception interrupt processing. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt processing on the effect control side. It is a flowchart which shows the image control command transmission interrupt processing. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine of the 2nd Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the special symbol winning / failing lottery table of 2nd Embodiment. (A) is a schematic diagram showing the first special symbol jackpot symbol table of the second embodiment, and (B) is a schematic diagram showing the second special symbol jackpot symbol table of the second embodiment. It is a time chart which shows the big prize opening of 2nd Embodiment and the opening pattern of a specific area. It is a transition diagram of the game state and the effect mode of the 2nd Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the game state setting table of 2nd Embodiment. It is a fluctuation time comparison table of the special symbol of the 2nd embodiment. (A) is a schematic diagram showing a normal symbol winning / failing lottery table of the second embodiment, (B) is a schematic diagram showing a normal symbol variation pattern table of the second embodiment, and (C) is a normal electric motor of the second embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the thing opening pattern table. It is a schematic diagram which shows the effect example of the look-ahead notice effect in the small hit RUSH mode of the 2nd Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the special symbol winning / failing lottery table of 3rd Embodiment. (A) is a schematic diagram showing the first special symbol jackpot symbol table of the third embodiment, (B) is a schematic diagram showing the second special symbol jackpot symbol table of the third embodiment, and (C) is the third embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the 2nd special symbol small hit symbol table of. It is a transition diagram of the game state and the effect mode of the 3rd Embodiment. It is a schematic diagram which shows the production example of the chance effect of the 3rd Embodiment.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[First Embodiment]
The front view and the rear view of the pachinko gaming machine PM according to the present embodiment are shown in FIGS. 1 and 2. First, the overall configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PM will be outlined with reference to this figure. The pachinko gaming machine PM according to the present embodiment is a model in which two functions equivalent to those of the conventional first-class pachinko gaming machine are mixed, and is the first game (first special symbol game) and the second game. It is possible to develop a game (second special symbol game).

<Basic configuration of pachinko gaming machines>
First, the basic structure on the front side of the pachinko gaming machine PM will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PM (also simply referred to as “gaming machine PM”) is aligned with the front surface of the opening of the outer frame 1 forming the vertical fixed holding frame configured in the outer square frame size. The front frame 2 which is configured in the size of a square frame and forms an opening / closing mounting frame is attached to the front right edge so that it can be opened / closed and detached sideways by the upper and lower hinge mechanisms 3 arranged on the front left edge of each other. It is always held in a closed state engaged and connected to the outer frame 1 by using a locking device 4 called a double lock provided.

A rectangular glass frame 5 matching the upper front area of the front frame 2 is attached to the front frame 2 so as to be openable / closable and detachable by using the upper and lower hinge mechanisms 3, and the locking device 4 is used. It is always held in a closed state that covers the front surface of the front frame 2. The game board 20 is detachably set and held in the front frame 2, and the game area PA in front of the game board 20 is visible through the double glazing of the glass frame 5 which is always closed and held. There is.

On the front side of the glass frame 5, a frame lamp (LED lamp) 10 that emits light according to the development status of the game and a speaker 11 that generates a sound effect according to the development status of the game are provided. Upper and lower ball plates (upper ball plate 8 and lower ball plate 9) for storing game balls are provided in the lower part of the glass frame 5, and an effect of being pressed by a player in the center of the front of the upper ball plate 8 A button (effect switch) 15 is provided, and a firing handle 12 for launching a game ball is provided on the front right side of the lower ball plate 9. In the following, for convenience, the operation input means for effect is referred to as "effect button 15", but the effect button (effect switch) 15 in this example is an on / off operation type button type switch, in the direction of operation input. Cross-shaped switch (cross key, cross button) that outputs according to the response, tilt operation type lever type switch, rotation operation type dial switch, proximity that outputs when the player's hand approaches or touches It is used in concepts that include all types of operation input means such as switches, touch sensors, and touch panels.

The game board 20 is configured based on a substrate formed in a rectangular flat plate shape using a synthetic resin material such as an acrylic resin, a polycarbonate resin, or an ABS resin. On the front surface of the game board 20, the outer rail 41 and the inner rail 42 are fixedly fixed in an arc shape, and a substantially circular game area PA on which the game ball can roll is formed as a section. Further, the outer rail 41 and the inner rail 42 form a guide passage (not shown) for guiding the game ball to the game area PA, and the position near the exit opening of the game ball in this guide passage (inner rail 42). A ball return prevention valve 43 is provided at the tip end portion) to prevent the game ball discharged from the outlet opening into the game area PA from returning to the guide passage again. In this game area PA, along with a windmill and a large number of game nails, various types such as a first starting port 51, a second starting port 52, an operating gate 53, a large winning opening 54, and a general winning opening 61, 62, 63, 64, etc. In addition to the winning openings, the first special symbol display device 71, the second special symbol display device 72, the first special symbol hold lamp 73, the second special symbol hold lamp 74, the ordinary symbol display device 75, the normal symbol hold lamp 76, etc. Various display devices are provided. Center decoration 2 in the center of the game area PA
1 is arranged, and the screen of the effect display device 70 is visibly provided through the central opening of the center decoration 21. Further, the game area PA has a left side area PA1 which is a left side area (board surface area corresponding to left hitting) of the center decoration 21 and a right side area (right side hitting) of the center decoration 21 with the center decoration 21 in the center as a reference. It is partitioned into the right side area PA2 which is the board surface area corresponding to the above. A top plate portion 22 facing the outer rail 41 in the substantially vertical direction is integrally formed on the upper portion of the center decoration 21, and is located between the top plate portion 22 and the outer rail 41 on the extension of the guide passage. An introduction passage 44 through which the game ball can pass to the right side region PA2 is formed. At the lower end of the game area PA, an out port 29 is provided to discharge the ball that has rolled and flowed down to the back side of the game board 20 without entering each winning opening. Hereinafter, each component provided on the game board 20 will be described in order.

The first starting port 51 is provided as a starting winning opening corresponding to the first special symbol game, and includes a first starting opening switch 511 for detecting the entry of a game ball. The first starting port 51 is a constantly open type winning opening that is open upward, and a game ball (a game ball hit to the left) that mainly flows down the left side region PA1 can enter. The entry of the game ball into the first starting port 51 triggers the first special symbol lottery.

The second starting port 52 is provided as a starting winning opening corresponding to the second special symbol game, and includes a second starting opening switch 521 for detecting the entry of a game ball. The second starting port 51 is arranged in the right side area PA2 which is a board surface area corresponding to the right-handed hit, and a game ball (a right-handed game ball) which mainly flows down the right side area PA2 can enter. The entry of the game ball into the second starting port 52 triggers the second special symbol lottery. The second starting port 52 includes an ordinary electric accessory 522, which is generally called an electric chew, and an ordinary electric accessory solenoid 523 for opening and closing the ordinary electric accessory 522. The ordinary electric accessory 522 is variable between an open state in which the game ball can enter or is easy to enter, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 52 or is difficult to enter. That is, the ordinary electric accessory 522 has a structure in which it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 52 unless it is displaced to the open state, and at a predetermined opportunity described later (an opportunity to win the ordinary symbol lottery). In the open state, the ease of entering the game ball increases.

The actuating gate 53 is provided as a start winning opening corresponding to a normal symbol game, and includes an actuating gate switch 531 for detecting the passage of a game ball. The passage of the game ball through the actuating gate 53 triggers a normal symbol lottery for determining whether or not to open the second starting port 52.

The large winning opening 54 is formed as a winning opening having a horizontally rectangular shape that is opened when the winning / failing lottery result of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is a big hit or a small hit. The large prize opening 54 is a large winning opening switch 541 for detecting the entry of a game ball, a special electric accessory 542 generally called an attacker, and a large prize for opening and closing the special electric accessory 542. It is equipped with a mouth solenoid 543. The special electric accessory 542 is variable between an open state in which the game ball can enter or is easy to enter, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter the large winning opening 54 or is difficult to enter. In this example, the large winning opening 54 is provided in the right side area PA2 in the game area PA. Therefore, in the special game (big hit game, small hit game), when the game ball is launched, the ball is easily hit into the big winning opening 54 by hitting the right area PA2, that is, the so-called right hit. It has become.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram showing the configuration of the large winning opening 54. In the big winning opening 54, a distribution device 544 is provided located on the downstream side of the big winning opening switch 541 to determine the game state after the big hit game (also referred to as "special game"). Has been done. The distribution device 544 is provided with a specific area 548 and a non-specific area 549 into which the game balls that have entered the large winning opening 54 are distributed. The distribution device 544 is provided with a movable member 545 that selectively guides the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 to the specific area 548 or the non-specific area 549, and is for opening and closing the movable member 545. A specific area solenoid 546 is provided. When the movable member 545 is in the closed position, the specific area 548 is closed by the movable member 545, and the game ball is distributed to the non-specific area 549. On the other hand, in the state where the movable member 545 is in the open position, the specific area 548 is opened and the game ball is distributed to the specific area 548. In the specific area 548, a specific area switch 547 for detecting a game ball flowing into the specific area 548 is provided. The specific area switch 547 functions as a probability change switch for setting the game state after the end of the big hit game to the probability change game state (high probability state in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated).

The general winning openings 61 to 63 are arranged in the left side region PA1 which is a board surface region corresponding to left-handed hitting, and a game ball flowing down the left side region PA1 can enter. The general winning openings 61 to 63 include a general winning opening switch 611 for detecting the entry of a game ball. The general winning opening switch 611 is configured as a common sensor (single sensor) for the three general winning openings 61 to 63 from the viewpoint of cost reduction and the like, and the game ball can be inserted into any of the general winning openings 61 to 63. Spheres can also be detected. On the other hand, the general winning opening 64 is arranged in the right side region PA2 which is a board surface region corresponding to right-handed hitting, and a game ball flowing down the right side region PA2 can enter the ball. The general winning opening 64 includes a general winning opening switch 641 for detecting the entry of a game ball. It should be noted that the entry of the game ball into each general winning opening 61 to 64 does not trigger the lottery of the special symbol or the ordinary symbol, but the trigger for winning the winning ball like the other winning openings (excluding the operating gate 53). It becomes.

The first special symbol display device 71 performs variable display and definite display of the first special symbol when the game ball enters the first starting port 51. The first special symbol display device 71 is composed of, for example, eight LED lamps, and the variation display of the first special symbol is expressed according to the blinking pattern of the lamp, and the blinking of the lamp is stopped and switched to the lighting display. The first special symbol is confirmed and displayed with.

The second special symbol display device 72 performs variable display and definite display of the second special symbol when the game ball enters the second starting port 52. The second special symbol display device 72 is composed of, for example, eight LED lamps, and the variation display of the second special symbol is expressed according to the blinking pattern of the lamp, and the blinking of the lamp is stopped and switched to the lighting display. The second special symbol is confirmed and displayed with.

The first special figure holding lamp 73 and the second special figure holding lamp 74 are composed of, for example, two LED lamps, respectively, and the number of operation holding balls of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is increased by the lighting / blinking display of the lamps. Express (up to 4). The number of balls on hold for operation of the first special symbol is the number related to the random number value acquired based on the entry into the first starting port 51 during the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol or during the execution of the jackpot game. There is, and the acquired random number value is suspended, that is, the number in which the pass / fail judgment is temporarily suspended until the pass / fail judgment permission condition (variation start condition) is satisfied for the acquired random value is shown. Similarly, the number of balls on hold for operation of the second special symbol is a random value acquired based on the entry into the second starting port 52 during the fluctuation of the first special symbol or the second special symbol or during the execution of the jackpot game. This is the number to which the acquired random value is suspended, that is, the number for which the pass / fail judgment is temporarily suspended until the pass / fail judgment permission condition (variation start condition) is satisfied for the acquired random value. There is.

The ordinary symbol display device 75 is composed of, for example, two LED lamps, and performs variable display and definite display of the ordinary symbol. The normal symbol hold lamp 76 is composed of, for example, four lamps, and the number of lamps lit corresponds to the number of hold of normal symbol changes (the number of normal symbol changes that have not yet been executed). A round display 77 is provided on the left side of the normal symbol display device 75 to display the number of round games (unit games) in the big hit game (number of rounds: number of times the special electric accessory 542 is continuously operated). ing.

The effect display device 70 mainly includes a variable effect of a decorative symbol that is variablely displayed / stopped in conjunction with the first special symbol or the second special symbol, and a notice effect that suggests or informs the expectation of a big hit in advance. In addition to displaying the image, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are displayed on hold. Specifically, on the screen of the effect display device 70, a decorative symbol display unit 700 for executing variable display of decorative symbols, a notice effect display, and the like, a first special figure hold lamp 73, and a second special figure hold lamp 74. A hold image display unit 710 is provided in which the hold display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is executed in synchronization with the above. In this embodiment, a liquid crystal display device is adopted as the effect display device 70. The decorative symbol display unit 700 is provided with three rows of display areas (left display area Z1, middle display area Z2, right display area Z3) which are variable display areas of decorative symbols on a predetermined effective line (not shown). The left symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the left display area Z1, the middle symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the middle display area Z2, and the right symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the right display area Z3 are stopped and displayed. It has become so. In the normal display mode, the hold image display unit 710 displays the hold image (hold icon) of the predetermined mode when the operation hold ball of the special symbol is generated, while the hold image display unit 710 corresponds to the digestion of the action hold ball. The pending image is lost. The reserved images are displayed in order according to the order in which the special symbol operation reserved balls are generated (ball entry order), and a maximum of 8 images (4 reserved images of the 1st special symbol and 4 reserved images of the 2nd special symbol) are displayed. Can be displayed.

The center decoration 21 is installed around the effect display device 70, and has functions such as a flow path for a game ball, protection of an effect screen, and decoration. The center decoration 21 is provided with a movable accessory 24 that executes an effect operation according to the development status of the game. The movable accessory 24 is configured to include a motor M (for example, a stepping motor) as a drive source. Further, the game board 20 is provided with a board lamp (LED lamp) 25 that emits light according to the development status of the game. In the following description, for convenience, the frame lamp 10 and the board lamp 25 are also collectively referred to as “directing lamp LP”.

Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 2, the basic structure on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine PM will be described. On the back side of the front frame 2, there are upper and lower back set boards 30 based on a base frame body formed in a rectangular frame shape that is slightly smaller than the front frame 2 and has a window that communicates back and forth in the center. It is connected to the rear of the front frame 2 via a hinge mechanism 3 so that it can be opened and closed laterally and can be attached and detached. A rectangular box-shaped back set cover 30C with an open front is detachably attached to the back set board 30, and is always arranged so as to cover the back side of the game board 20 attached to the front frame 2. (Thus, the main control board 100, the effect control board 200, and the image control board 300, which will be described later, are covered with the back set cover 30C).

Each part of the back set board 30 is connected to a storage tank 31 for storing a large number of game balls, a tank rail 32 extending from the storage tank 31 to the right with a gentle downward slope, and a lower end connected to the right end of the tank rail 32. A prize for guiding the game ball paid out from the ball supply passage portion 33, the prize ball payout unit 34 for paying out the game ball guided by the ball supply passage portion 33, and the prize ball payout unit 34 to the upper ball plate 6. A ball passage portion 35 and the like are provided.

On the back side of the game board 10, a main control board 100 that comprehensively controls the operation of the pachinko gaming machine PM, a production control board 200 that controls the overall production, image display according to the game development, and sound effect control. An image control board 300, etc., is attached. On the other hand, on the back side of the back set board 30, a payout control board 400 that controls the launch and payout of the game ball, and power is received from the game facility side to supply power to various control boards and electric / electronic parts. A power supply board 500 or the like is attached. In order to prevent unauthorized modification, these control boards are housed in a transparent resin board case having a caulking structure and a sealing seal structure at predetermined positions on the back of the game board 20 or the back of the back set board 30. Arranged. These control boards and the electrical and electronic components of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PM are connected to each other via a harness (connector cable), so that the pachinko gaming machine PM can be operated.

<Control configuration of pachinko gaming machine>
Next, with reference to FIG. 4, each control board mounted on the pachinko gaming machine PM according to the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 4 is a control block diagram showing a control configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PM.

The main control board 100 includes a main CPU 101 that performs various arithmetic processes related to the game, a ROM 102 that stores control programs and various data, a RAM 103 that functions as a work area and a buffer memory that serves as a temporary storage area, and peripheral boards and each. It is equipped with a main control microcomputer (one-chip microcomputer) 110 configured to include an I / O port circuit 104 that inputs and outputs signals to and from the device, and the main CPU 101 plays games according to a control program stored in the ROM 102. It is configured to perform the main control over the progress. In addition, although not shown, the main control board 100 has a clock circuit that divides the clock signal from the crystal oscillator to generate an internal system clock, and resets the main CPU 101 when it malfunctions or goes out of control. It operates as a separate system from the WDT circuit that returns to the normal state, the CTC circuit that enables real-time oscillator generation and time measurement, and the program processing (software random number) by the main CPU 101, and generates a predetermined random number (built-in random number). A random number generation circuit and the like are installed, and these are connected to each other via an internal bus.

The main CPU 101 reads various control programs stored in the ROM 102 and performs arithmetic processing based on the detection information from each switch, thereby executing various processes related to the main control of the game. The RAM 103 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means backed up by a backup power source generated in the power supply board 500. The backup area of the RAM 103 is an area for storing data such as the stack pointer and each register held when the power is turned off when the power is turned off, and is used when the power is turned on (when the power is turned off and restored). ), The state of the gaming machine is restored to the state before the power was cut off based on the information in the backup area.

Further, the main control board 100 electrically includes a first starting port switch 511, a second starting port switch 521, an operating gate switch 531, a large winning opening switch 541, a specific area switch 547, a general winning opening switch 611, 641 and the like. It is connected and inputs detection signals from various switches to the main CPU 101 via the I / O port circuit 104. Further, the main control board 100 includes a first special symbol display device 71, a second special symbol display device 72, a first special symbol hold lamp 73, a second special symbol hold lamp 74, a normal symbol display device 75, and a normal symbol hold lamp. It is electrically connected to the 76, and is also electrically connected to the normal electric accessory solenoid 523, the special electric accessory solenoid 543, and the specific area solenoid 546, and is electrically connected to the main CPU 101 via the I / O port circuit 104. Control signals are transmitted to various display means and various solenoids.

The main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 are connected by eight parallel signal lines and one strobe line, and communicate only in one direction from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200. It is possible to connect, and various effect control commands are transmitted from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200. Data cannot be transmitted from the effect control board 200 to the main control board 100, and data transmission cannot be requested to the main control board 100.

The effect control board 200 includes a sub-main CPU 201 that performs various arithmetic processes related to the game effect based on the effect control command from the main control board 100, a ROM 202 that stores the effect control program and various data, a work area that serves as a temporary storage area, and the like. It is equipped with a production control microcomputer (one-chip microcomputer) 210 configured to include a RAM 203 that functions as a buffer memory and an I / O port circuit 204 that inputs and outputs signals to and from peripheral boards and devices. The sub-main CPU 201 is configured to execute the main control related to the game effect according to the control program stored in the ROM 202. In addition, although not shown, the effect control board 200 is reset when the sub-main CPU 201, which is a clock circuit that divides the clock signal from the crystal oscillator to generate an internal system clock, malfunctions or goes out of control. WDT circuit that returns to the normal state, TPU circuit that outputs various signals based on the system clock, interrupt controller that activates various interrupts such as timer interrupts based on signals from the TPU circuit, and for input / output of serial data It is equipped with serial communication circuits, etc., which are connected to each other via an internal bus.

The effect control board 200 is an image control command for instructing an image and sound to the image control board 300 in an effect control process based on an effect control command from the main control board 100, and a lamp control signal for controlling the lamp connection board 91. (Ramp data), a drive control signal (drive data) for controlling the motor driver 92, and the like are generated. The effect control board 200 is connected to the image control board 300 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication, and an image control command related to image and sound is transmitted from the effect control board 200 to the image control board 300, and as a response thereof, the effect control board 200 is transmitted. A response command (ACK command) indicating that the image control command has been normally received is transmitted from the image control board 300 to the effect control board 200.

Further, the effect control board 200 is electrically connected to a lamp connection board 91 on which a plurality of LED drivers are mounted, and a lamp control signal (lamp data) for controlling the lamp connection board 91 is transmitted via a serial communication circuit. Send. In this example, the effect control board 200 and the lamp connection board 91 adopt clock-synchronous serial communication, and are transmitted by a signal line (clock line) different from the data line for lamp data transmission. The lamp control signal is transmitted bit by bit via the data line in synchronization with the clock signal. The lamp connection board 91 has a built-in LED driver that functions by receiving a lamp control signal for driving an LED transmitted from the effect control board 200, and switches the switch in the circuit on / off based on the lamp control signal. Therefore, the drive current is supplied or cut off to the effect lamp LP, and the effect lamp LP is controlled to be turned on or off.

Further, the effect control board 200 is electrically connected to a plurality of motor drivers 92, and a drive control signal (drive data) for controlling the motor driver 92 is transmitted to the motor driver 92 via the I / O port circuit 204. Send. The motor driver 92 supplies a drive current to the stepping motor of each movable accessory 24 by switching the switch in the circuit on / off based on the drive control signal for driving the accessory transmitted from the effect control board 200. Alternatively, it is shut off to control the operation of each movable accessory 24. A parallel communication method is adopted for data transmission to the motor driver 92.

The image control board 300 includes a sub-sub CPU 301 that performs various arithmetic processes related to image production based on an image control command from the effect control board 200, a ROM 302 that stores an image control program, various data, and the like, and a work area that serves as a temporary storage area. It is equipped with an image control microcomputer (one-chip microcomputer) 310 configured to include a RAM 303 that functions as a buffer memory and an I / O port circuit 304 that inputs and outputs signals to and from peripheral boards and devices. , The sub-sub CPU 301 is configured to execute the main control related to the image effect according to the control program stored in the ROM 302. In addition, although not shown, the image control board 300 has a VDP that generates image data according to the effect content based on the control signal acquired from the sub-sub CPU 301, and the effect content based on the control signal acquired from the sub-sub CPU 301. It is equipped with a sound source IC that generates acoustic data. The VDP is a so-called image processor, and reads image data stored in an image ROM in response to an instruction from a sub-sub CPU 301, and transmits the video signal (image data) generated by image processing to the effect display device. A high-speed VRAM used for developing and processing image data read from an image ROM is connected to this VDP. The sound source IC reads the acoustic data stored in the audio ROM in response to an instruction from the sub-sub CPU 301, and outputs the acoustic data generated by synthesizing the acoustic data to the speaker 11 via an amplifier (digital amplifier).

The payout control board 400 is mainly composed of a payout CPU 401, a ROM 402, and a RAM 403. The payout control board 400 is connected to the main control board 100 so as to be bidirectionally communicable, and controls for driving the prize ball payout unit 34 and paying out the prize balls based on the payout control command from the main control board 100. Is executed, and the ball feeding mechanism 13 and the launching mechanism 14 are synchronously driven based on the operation amount of the launching handle 12 to control the launching of the game ball.

Although not shown in detail, the power supply board 500 has a normal power supply circuit for generating a normal power supply used in each control board and a backup power supply based on the primary power supply supplied from the power supply equipment of the game island. It is configured with a backup power supply circuit for generating power and a power supply cutoff monitoring circuit for monitoring power supply cutoff due to voltage drop, and is a power supply required for electronic and electrical parts such as each control board and gaming equipment. Supply. A power switch for activating the power circuit is connected to the power supply board 500, and it is assumed that the primary power is supplied from the power supply device of the game island, and when the power switch is turned on, the power supply board A predetermined power supply is supplied to each control board or the like from the normal power supply circuit of 500. The power supply board 500 is configured to be able to detect that the power supply from the power supply device of the game island is cut off, and when the power supply cutoff is detected, the power supply cutoff signal (NMI signal) for notifying that fact is sent to the main control board 100. , Transmission to the effect control board 200 and the payout control board 400. The backup power supply circuit is charged when power is supplied from the power supply device of the game island to the pachinko gaming machine PM. Further, a RAM clear switch (not shown) for temporarily erasing the temporary storage contents of the RAM 103 of the main control board 100 and setting an initial value is connected to the power supply board 500 when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PM is turned on. ing. The RAM clear switch may be connected to, for example, the main control board 100 instead of the power supply board 500.

<Basic operation of pachinko gaming machines>
In the pachinko gaming machine PM configured as described above, the outer frame 1 is fixedly installed on the game island of the game facility, the front frame 2, the glass frame 5, etc. are closed and locked, and the pachinko machine PM is used for the game. The game is started by storing the game ball in the plate 8 and rotating the firing handle 12. When the launch handle 12 is rotated, the game balls stored in the upper ball plate 8 are sent out to the launch mechanism 14 one by one by the ball feed mechanism 13 arranged on the back side of the glass frame 5. It is launched into the game area PA by the launch mechanism 14. At this time, when the firing handle 12 is operated with less than a predetermined amount, the game ball does not reach the right side region PA2 and flows down the left side region PA1. In this left side region PA1, a left side flow path for allowing the game ball to flow down toward the first starting port 51 and the general winning openings 61 to 63 is formed. On the other hand, when the firing handle 12 is operated by a predetermined amount or more, the game ball reaches the right side region PA2 and flows down the right side region PA2. In the right side region PA2, a right side flow path for allowing the game ball to flow down toward the second starting port 52, the operating gate 53, the large winning opening 54, and the general winning opening 64 is formed. The game ball flowing down the left side region PA1 or the right side region PA2 in this way has a first starting port 51, a second starting port 52, and an operating gate 53 according to the path distributed in the left side region PA1 or the right side region PA1. , The large winning opening 54 or the general winning opening 61 to 64 can be entered, but if the ball is not entered in any of the winning openings, the ball is flowed down to the out opening 29.

The game balls flowing down the game area PA are the first starting port 51, the second starting port 52, the large winning opening 54, and the like.
When a ball is entered in any of the general winning openings 61 to 64, the prize balls corresponding to the type of the winning openings are paid out to the upper ball plate 8 or the lower ball plate 9 by the prize ball payout unit 34. In the present embodiment, as the number of prize balls (unit number of prize balls) to be paid out when one game ball enters each winning opening, the first starting opening 51 and the second starting opening 52 are "4" and respectively. "3", "5" for the general winning openings 61 to 64, and "10" for the large winning openings 54 are set. The number of unit prize balls is not limited to that illustrated in the present embodiment, and other unit prize balls may be applied. For example, the number of unit prize balls may be "4" for the first starting opening 51, "1" for the second starting opening 52, "3" for the general winning openings 61 to 64, and the like. In addition, as the number of unit prize balls, the general winning openings 61 to 63 in the left-handed area PA1 are "5", the general winning openings 64 in the right-handed area PA2 are "3", and the like, and the general winning openings 61 to 64 are arranged. The number of unit prize balls may be different depending on the board area to be provided.

When the game ball enters the first starting port 51 or the second starting port 52, a lottery random number value of the special symbol is acquired, and the random number value is temporarily stored as a reserved ball of the special symbol up to a predetermined upper limit number. Then, when a predetermined start condition (variation start condition described later) is satisfied, a special symbol hit / miss determination, a symbol determination, and a variation pattern determination are performed on the lottery random number value related to the earliest reserved ball, and this determination result is obtained. The special symbol is variablely displayed on the first special symbol display device 71 or the second special symbol display device 72, and the decorative symbol is variablely displayed on the effect display device 70. The variation display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is synchronously stopped and displayed after the lapse of the variation time corresponding to the selected variation pattern.

When the first special symbol or the second special symbol is confirmed and displayed in the stop mode indicating a big hit, the game shifts to a special game (big hit game) which is a game state more advantageous to the player than the normal game, and the big winning opening 54 The opening / closing operation is started. The stop mode of the decorative symbol indicating the big hit is, for example, an embodiment in which the types of the three symbols match. In the present embodiment, when the special symbol and the decorative symbol are confirmed and displayed in the stop mode indicating the jackpot, a plurality of round games (unit games) are executed as the jackpot game.

In the present embodiment, when a predetermined jackpot is won, the probability variation function of the special symbol (“probability variation”) from the end of the jackpot game until the number of fluctuations of the special symbol reaches the predetermined final number (until the next jackpot occurs). ”) May work. When the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, the jackpot probability of the special symbol lottery shifts from the normal low probability state to the high probability state, so that a new jackpot (big hit game) will occur relatively early. Become. In this embodiment, a limit function is provided to limit the number of consecutive transitions to a high probability state in which the winning probability (big hit probability) of the winning / failing determination of the special symbol is higher than the normal probability (details will be described later). ..

In addition, after the jackpot game is completed, the special symbol variation time shortening function (hereinafter, also referred to as “time reduction”) may be activated in association with or independently of the special symbol probability variation function. When the special symbol variation time reduction function is activated, the average variation time of special symbols and decorative symbols tends to be shorter than usual, and the number of special symbol lottery per unit time is improved (big hit per unit time). Ease of acquisition can be increased).

Further, after the jackpot game is completed, the electric chew support function may be activated in association with or independently of the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol. The electric chew support function enhances the ease of entering the second starting port 52 by operating the probability fluctuation function of the normal symbol, the fluctuation time shortening function of the normal symbol, and the opening extension function of the normal electric accessory 522. It is a state (also referred to as a "easy-to-enter state"). When the probability fluctuation function of the normal symbol is activated, the winning probability of the normal symbol becomes higher than the normal state. When the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is activated, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is shortened. When the opening time extension function of the ordinary electric accessory 522 is activated, the opening time of the ordinary electric accessory 522 is extended from the normal state. In this easy-to-enter state, there is a high possibility that the number of fluctuations of the normal symbol per fixed time will increase more than usual, and the ease of entering the second starting port 52 will also increase. It also increases the possibility that the number of balls entered will increase. Therefore, by activating the electric chew support function, the chances of obtaining a prize ball by entering the second starting port 52 increase during that period, and as a result, it is possible to continue the game with almost no reduction in the number of balls held. Become. That is, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of launched balls of the game ball, becomes high. Hereinafter, the state in which the electric chew support function is operating is also referred to as a “high base state”, and the state in which the electric chew support function is not operating is also referred to as a “low base state”.

<Main functional configuration of pachinko gaming machines>
Next, various functions of the pachinko gaming machine PM (mainly the main control board 100 / effect control board 200) according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to the functional block diagram of FIG.

As shown in FIG. 5, the main control board 100 includes a ball entry determination means 110, a game lottery random number generation means 120, a hold control means 130, a preliminary determination means 135, a special symbol lottery processing means 140, and a normal symbol lottery processing means 145. It includes a special game control means 150, a symbol display control means 155, an electric accessory control means 160, a game state control means 165, an error monitoring control means 170, a main information storage means 180, and a command transmission / reception means 190. Each of the above-mentioned means on the main control board 100 is composed of hardware such as a main CPU 101, ROM 102, RAM 103, and an electronic circuit provided on the main control board 100, and software such as a control program stored in the ROM 102 and the like. It is a functional expression of something.

The ball entry determination means 110 is used as a detection signal from the first start port switch 511, the second start port switch 521, the operation gate switch 531, the large winning opening switch 541, the specific area switch 547, the general winning opening switch 611, 641 and the like. Based on this, it is determined that the game ball enters each winning opening. When the ball entry determination means 110 detects the entry of a game ball by the first start port switch 511, the ball entry determination means 110 generates an effect control command (referred to as a “first start port winning command”) to that effect, and the first 2 When the entry of the game ball is detected by the start opening switch 521, an effect control command (referred to as “the second start opening winning command”) indicating that effect is generated, and the operation gate switch 531 is used to generate the game ball. When the passage is detected, an effect control command (referred to as "operation gate winning command") is generated to indicate that fact, and when the large winning opening switch 541 detects the entry of a game ball, it indicates that fact. When an effect control command (referred to as a "large winning opening winning command") is generated and the entry of a game ball is detected by the specific area switch 547, an effect control command ("specific area winning command") indicating that fact is used. When the general winning opening switch 611 detects the entry of a game ball, a production control command (referred to as "general winning opening winning command") indicating that effect is generated, and this is the main. It is temporarily stored in the command storage area of the information storage means 180.

The game lottery random number generating means 120 is used for a winning / losing lottery of a special symbol by taking in a built-in random number generated by the random number generation circuit of the main control microcomputer 110 by software and adding a soft random number per special symbol described later to the built-in random number. Generate a random number per special symbol. Further, the game lottery random number generation means 120 includes a random number counter for generating various software random numbers by the program processing of the main CPU 101. These random number counters play a role as a random number generation means for generating random numbers by software. As this software random number, the initial value for a new update after one cycle of the special symbol soft random number added to the above-mentioned built-in random number for the hit random number generation and the special symbol soft random number update is completed. Soft initial value random number per special symbol for determining, special symbol stop symbol random number used for determining the hit symbol (combination of symbols that activates the condition device) as the stop symbol of the special symbol, special symbol stop symbol random number Special symbol stop symbol initial value random number for determining the initial value for new update after one cycle of update is completed, special symbol fluctuation pattern random number for selection of special symbol variation pattern, Random number per normal symbol to be used for winning / failing lottery of normal symbol, initial value random number per normal symbol to determine the initial value for new update after one cycle update of random number per normal symbol is completed, Ordinary symbol variation pattern Random numbers for use in selecting the variation pattern of ordinary symbols are included. These software random numbers are updated once each time a timer interrupt process occurs (increment, decrement, addition of prime numbers, etc.), and the initial value random number is not executed while the timer interrupt process is not executed (increment, decrement, addition of prime numbers, etc.). (During loop processing) is also updated using the remaining time of the interrupt cycle.

The hold control means 130 includes a special symbol hold control means 131 and a normal symbol hold control means 132.

The special symbol hold control means 131 is a lottery random value related to the special symbol game, which is a random value per special symbol, per special symbol, triggered by the entry of the game ball into the first start port 51 or the second start port 52. The symbol random value and the special symbol fluctuation pattern random value are acquired, and the random value is managed as the operation pending ball information of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. The special symbol holding control means 131 is a main information storage means in which the operation holding ball information of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is combined with the entry order of the holding balls up to a predetermined upper limit number (4 pieces). Temporarily stored in the first special symbol hold storage area or the second special symbol hold storage area of 180.

In the first special symbol hold storage area and the second special symbol hold storage area, the hold 1 storage area (first hold storage area) and the hold 2 storage area (2) are in the order of entry into the starting ports 51 and 52. A hold storage area), a hold 3 storage area (third hold storage area), and a hold 4 storage area (fourth hold storage area) are provided. Each hold storage area can store a random number per special symbol, a random number per special symbol, and a random number of special symbol variation patterns as a set of operation hold ball information. The operation hold ball information is stored in the order of hold 1 storage area, hold 2 storage area, hold 3 storage area, hold 4 storage area, while hold 1 storage area, hold 2 storage area, hold 3 storage area, hold 4 storage. It is digested in the order of areas (principle of first-in first-out). Further, when the reserved ball information in the reserved 1 storage area is digested, the reserved ball information stored in the reserved 2 storage area, the reserved 3 storage area, and the reserved 4 storage area is shifted to the lower numbered storage area, respectively. Hold 4 Clears the contents of the storage area to zero.

Further, the special symbol holding control means 131 has a first special symbol holding ball number counter for counting the number of operating holding balls of the first special symbol, and a second special symbol holding ball number counter for counting the number of operating holding balls of the second special symbol. It has a special symbol reserved ball count counter. The special symbol hold control means 131 adds 1 to the corresponding counter every time one of the special symbol's operation hold balls is acquired as the update process of the number of operation hold balls of the special symbol, and one operation hold ball is digested. The corresponding counter is subtracted by 1 for each.

Further, when the special symbol hold control means 131 updates (adds or subtracts) the number of operation hold balls of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the effect control command including the update information of the hold ball number (“symbol memory”). A number command) is generated and temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. This one command includes information on both the number of reserved balls for the first special symbol and the number of reserved balls for the second special symbol. In the present embodiment, the operation-holding ball of the first special symbol and the operation-holding ball of the second special symbol are digested in the order in which they are entered (the order in which they are reserved and stored), and the first special symbol is in accordance with the entry order. And the so-called in-ball order digestion, in which the second special symbol is selectively displayed in a variable manner, is adopted. Therefore, regardless of whether the earliest special symbol actuation hold ball is the first special symbol actuation hold ball or the second special symbol actuation hold ball, the order is from the earliest special symbol actuation hold ball. Is digested by. As a modification of the modification, the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially executed over the first special symbol, and the operation of the first special symbol is suspended while the operation holding ball of the second special symbol is present. Regardless of the presence of the sphere, the so-called preferential digestion, in which the operation-reserved sphere of the second special symbol is preferentially digested, may be adopted. Under this priority digestion, when the operation holding ball of the second special symbol is present, even if the operation holding ball of the first special symbol is present, the operation holding ball of the first special symbol is digested. It will be put on hold.

The normal symbol hold control means 132 is a lottery random value related to the normal symbol game, triggered by the entry of the game ball into the operating gate 53, which is a random value per normal symbol, a symbol random value per normal symbol, and a normal symbol variation pattern. A random number value is acquired, and the random number value is managed as operation holding ball information of a normal symbol. The normal symbol hold control means 132 stores the operation hold ball information of the normal symbol up to a predetermined upper limit number (4 pieces) in the normal symbol hold storage area of the main information storage means 180 in a form combined with the entry order of the hold balls. Temporarily memorize. Further, the normal symbol holding control means 132 has a normal symbol holding ball number counter for counting the number of operating holding balls of the normal symbol. The normal symbol hold control means 132 adds 1 to the corresponding counter for each acquisition of one normal symbol hold ball as an update process of the number of hold balls of the normal symbol, and one action hold ball is consumed. The corresponding counter is subtracted by 1 for each.

When the pre-determination means 135 acquires an operation-holding ball with a special symbol at a predetermined pre-determination timing, the pre-determination means 135 executes a pre-determination for pre-reading notice for the operation-holding ball. As an example of the above-mentioned pre-judgment timing, when (1) waiting for a hit and when the operation holding ball of the first special symbol is acquired while the electric chew support function is not operating, (2) waiting for a hit and Either when the operation hold ball of the second special symbol is acquired while the electric chew support function is operating, or when the operation hold ball of the second special symbol is acquired during the big hit or the small hit. It is time to meet the conditions. The above-mentioned pre-judgment timing is an example, and the pre-judgment timing is changed according to the specifications of the gaming machine (for example, it has a start port related to the second special symbol having no ordinary electric accessory, and eight pieces are reserved at normal times. In the model in which the above (1) is stored, the above (1) may be applied not only to the first special symbol but also to the second special symbol, etc.), or a specification may be adopted in which the pre-judgment is performed at any time without setting the pre-judgment timing. Specifically, the pre-determination means 135 reads the random number value corresponding to the operation hold ball acquired this time from the first special symbol hold storage area or the second special symbol hold storage area of the main information storage means 180, and determines whether or not the result is correct. Pre-judgment (pre-judgment of hit / fail), pre-judgment of symbol (pre-judgment of symbol), and pre-judgment of fluctuation pattern (pre-judgment of fluctuation pattern) are sequentially executed. Although the pre-judgment table used in each pre-judgment is not shown, the area corresponding to the total number of random numbers in each of the pass / fail pre-judgment table, the symbol pre-judgment table, and the variation pattern pre-judgment table is divided into a plurality of areas. A lottery ID (a number indicating the result of the pre-judgment (also referred to as a "pre-judgment number")) is assigned to each of these areas (determination number). Therefore, the result of this preliminary determination is based on the result of the main lottery by the special symbol lottery processing means 140 described later (result of winning / failing determination, result of symbol determination, result of variation pattern determination). The winning / failing pre-determination table, the symbol pre-determining table, and the like may be the same as the winning / failing lottery table and the symbol lottery table used for the lottery when the fluctuation is actually started. Here, the fluctuation pattern pre-determination table may change the game status at the start of fluctuation (whether or not there is a probability change, whether or not there is a time reduction, whether or not it is during a limited frequency period that refers to a special table, the number of reserved balls, etc.). Therefore, as described above, it is desirable to determine which of the plurality of regions is included. Further, as a modification, it is configured to predetermine a random value such as a register on the main CPU 101 that is temporarily stored before being stored in the first special symbol hold storage area or the second special symbol hold storage area. You may. Then, the pre-determination means 135 sequentially generates an effect control command (referred to as a "pre-determination command") including information on the result of the pre-determination (pre-determination number), and stores this in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. Store in.

The special symbol lottery processing means 140 includes a special symbol winning / failing determination unit 141, a special symbol stop symbol determination unit 412, and a special symbol variation pattern determination unit 143. When the change start condition of the special symbol is satisfied, the special symbol lottery processing means 140 is stored in the earliest storage area (reserved 1 storage area) of the special symbol reservation storage area in the main information storage means 180. The numerical value, the symbol random value per special symbol, and the special symbol variation pattern random value are read out and stored in the special symbol hit / miss determination area, the special symbol symbol determination area, and the special symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180, respectively. Here, "the condition for starting the fluctuation of the special symbol is satisfied" or "the condition for starting the fluctuation of the special symbol is satisfied" is, for example, (1) not during a big hit or a small hit, and (2) first. When all the conditions of (1) that both the special symbol and the second special symbol are waiting for fluctuation, and (3) that the operation holding ball is present in at least one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol are satisfied. As a result, it is determined that the special symbol is in a state where it can start to fluctuate.

The special symbol winning / failing determination means 141 reads a random number value per special symbol from the special symbol winning / failing determination area of the main information storage means 180, executes a winning / failing determination, and the determination result corresponds to any of big hit, small hit, and miss. Decide if you want to. The result of this hit / fail determination is temporarily stored in the special symbol determination flag of the main information storage means 180 (for example, big hit data "55H", small hit data "33H", miss data "00H"), and is used in the subsequent processing. After that, it is cleared when the fluctuation of the special symbol stops. The special symbol winning / failing determination means 141 holds a special symbol winning / failing lottery table referred to at the time of this winning / failing determination.

Here, FIG. 6 is a diagram schematically showing a special symbol winning / failing lottery table. In the figure, (A) is referred to in a gaming state (low probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, and (B) is a gaming state (high probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is not activated. ). In this special symbol winning / failing lottery table, a random number range of random numbers per special symbol (only the winning probability is shown in this example for convenience) is associated with the determination results of big hit, small hit, and loss. As shown in FIG. 6, in the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol, in the gaming state (low probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is not activated, a big hit is obtained with a relatively low probability of "about 1/96". On the other hand, in the gaming state (high probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, the winning probability of the big hit is improved, and the big hit is obtained with a relatively high probability of "about 1/54". That is, when the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, the winning probability of the big hit changes from the low probability "about 1/96" to the high probability "about 1/54". In this way, the winning probability of the big hit changes according to the gaming state, but the winning probability of the big hit is designed to be equal between the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol and the winning / failing lottery of the second special symbol. Here, even if the result of the winning / failing determination does not correspond to a big hit, in the winning / failing determination of the first special symbol, a small hit is obtained with a predetermined winning probability “about 2/96”. The winning probability of a small hit is designed to have the same winning probability regardless of the gaming state (low probability state, high probability state). In this example, only the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is configured to have a small hit, but for example, a small hit is also provided in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol, and the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is performed. However, the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol may be configured to be a small hit with a higher probability.

The special symbol stop symbol determination means 142 determines the stop symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol based on the result of the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. As shown in FIG. 7, the special symbol stop symbol determining means 142 has a first special symbol jackpot symbol table and a second special symbol jackpot symbol that are referred to when determining the stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. I have a table. In the present embodiment, the "specific jackpot" means a jackpot (probability variable jackpot) that activates the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol after the jackpot game ends, and the "normal jackpot" means after the jackpot game ends. It means a big hit (non-probable variable big hit) that does not activate the probability fluctuation function.

FIG. 7A is a diagram schematically showing the first special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this first special symbol jackpot symbol table, the symbol group, jackpot type, jackpot attribute, specified number of rounds of jackpot game, and opening time of the jackpot 54 of each round correspond to the symbol random value per special symbol. It is attached (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the first special symbol jackpot table, two types of symbol groups A and B are set according to the type of jackpot. Specifically, it is divided into a symbol group A (2R long open jackpot 1) and a symbol group B (2R long open jackpot 2). In the 2R long open jackpots 1 and 2 (design groups A and B), the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game is 2 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 28 seconds.

FIG. 7B is a diagram schematically showing the second special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this second special symbol jackpot symbol table, the symbol group, jackpot type, jackpot attribute, specified number of rounds of jackpot game, and opening time of the jackpot of each round are associated with the symbol random value per special symbol. (In this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the second special symbol jackpot symbol table, two types of symbol groups C and D are set according to the type of jackpot. Specifically, it is divided into a symbol group C (10R long open jackpot) and a symbol group B (2R short open jackpot). In the 10R long open jackpot (symbol group C), the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game is 10 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 30 seconds. In the 2R short opening big hit (symbol group D), the specified number of rounds of the big hit game is 2 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 2 seconds.

As described above, each big hit (big hit type) is roughly classified into "long open big hit" and "short open big hit". The long-open big hit is a big hit that triggers the execution of a long-open round game in which the big winning opening 54 opens for a long time (“about 28 seconds” or “about 30 seconds” in this example) as a round game of a big hit game. Is. The short-open big hit is a big hit that triggers a short-open round game in which the big winning opening 54 opens for a short time (“about 2.0 seconds” in this example) as a round game of the big hit game. As shown in FIG. 7, all the jackpots of the first special symbol are distributed to the long-open jackpot, and the jackpot of the second special symbol is distributed to either the long-open jackpot or the short-open jackpot. In this example, the long-open round game is a round game in which the opening time of the large winning opening 54 is set so that a specified number of game balls (full count: 10 balls) can be entered in the large winning opening 54 or can be easily entered. Is. The short-open round game is a round game in which the opening time of the large winning opening 54 is set so that a predetermined number (full count: 10 balls) of game balls cannot be entered or is difficult to enter in the large winning opening 54.

In addition, each jackpot (big hit type) is classified into "conditional specific jackpot" and "conditional normal jackpot" as jackpot attributes. The "conditional specific jackpot" is set so that the game ball can easily or easily enter the specific area 548, and basically, the specific jackpot (probability variable jackpot) is provided on the condition that the game ball wins in the specific area 548. ) Is a big hit. The reason for making it "conditional" is that even if the game ball easily enters the specific area 548, if the game ball does not actually enter the specific area 548, the result is a normal big hit. This is because there is a possibility of (non-probability change jackpot). Further, the "conditional normal jackpot" is usually set on the condition that it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to enter the specific area 548, and basically the game ball does not enter the specific area 548. A jackpot that is confirmed to be a jackpot (non-probability variable jackpot). The reason for making it "conditional" is that even if it is a big hit where it is difficult for the game ball to enter the specific area 548, when the game ball actually wins the specific area 658, as a result, the specific big hit (probability variable big hit). ). Here, as shown in FIG. 7A, in the first special symbol lottery, the winning probability of the conditional normal jackpot is "100%". Further, as shown in FIG. 7B, in the second special symbol lottery, the winning probability of the conditional specific jackpot is "100%". That is, when a big hit occurs in the second special symbol lottery, it is definite to always win the conditional specific big hit regardless of the big hit type. Therefore, there is a higher possibility of winning a conditional specific jackpot (equivalent to a probabilistic jackpot) when a jackpot occurs in the second special symbol lottery than when a jackpot occurs in the first special symbol lottery. There is a high possibility that the game will shift to an advantageous gaming state (high probability state) after the end of. As a modification, when a gaming machine with specifications that do not have a specific area 548 (a specification that is not a so-called "V probability variation machine") is adopted, "conditional specific jackpot" is a "specific jackpot" as a jackpot attribute in this example. "Or" probable variable jackpot ", and" conditional normal jackpot "may be configured to correspond to" normal jackpot "or" non-probable variable jackpot ".

Further, in the present embodiment, as described above, four types of big hit types are set: "10R long open big hit", "2R long open big hit 1", "2R long open big hit 2", and "2R short open big hit". ing. The expected value of winning the prize ball (expected value of winning the prize ball) in the big hit game is in the order of "10R long open big hit"> "2R long open big hit 1, 2"> "2R short open big hit".

Further, in the present embodiment, whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 548 in the specific round set during the jackpot game, regardless of which of the above four types of jackpots is applicable. Based on this, it is determined whether or not the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game shifts to the probabilistic gaming state. In the specific round, the movable member 545 operates to open and close, and the specific area switch 547 is enabled (the detection of the entry of the game ball into the specific area 548 is treated as effective, that is, the game ball enters the specific area 548. (Probability transition is determined by the ball) Round. This specific round is set in the second round regardless of which jackpot type is won. In the following, rounds other than the specific round will also be referred to as "normal rounds". Further, for convenience, the fact that the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the specific round is also referred to as "V winning".

FIG. 8 is a time chart for explaining the opening pattern of the big winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 during the big hit game. In this embodiment, three types of opening patterns are prepared according to the above-mentioned jackpot type. In the figure, the state changes of the big winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 during the big hit game are shown in chronological order from left to right. In addition, an interval time (waiting time) for maintaining the closed state of the large winning opening 54 is provided between each round. The opening pattern shown in the figure conceptually represents the execution state of each round, and the time width and ratio of the opening time and closing time (including the interval time) of each round are the actual time width and ratio. Not the corresponding one. That is, in the figure, the time width of each round and each interval is evenly described in order to express the progress of each round in an easy-to-understand manner, but in reality, the time width of each round and each interval is the time width of the round. It differs depending on the opening mode and the like. In the present embodiment, the opening pattern of the big winning opening 54 may differ depending on the big hit type, but the opening pattern of the specific area 548 is the same regardless of the big hit type. However, as a modification thereof, the opening pattern of the specific area 548 may be configured to be different depending on the jackpot type.

In the figure, (A) is an opening pattern executed in a big hit game when "2R long open big hit 1" or "2R long open big hit 2" is won in the first special symbol lottery. The big winning opening 54 opens about 2 seconds after the start of the round, remains open for about 28 seconds, and closes at the end of the round (each round time is set to about 30 seconds). ). Therefore, since the large winning opening 54 is opened for about 28 seconds in each round, it is possible or easy to allow a specified number (full count: 10 balls) of game balls to enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, the specific area 548 is opened about 0.032 seconds after the start of the second round (specific round), maintained in the open state for about 2 seconds, and then closed. Therefore, when the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 reaches the specific area 548, it is extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the specific area 548 because the specific area 548 is closed, and it is substantially probable. Migration is not possible.

(B) in the figure is an opening pattern executed in the jackpot game when the "10R long opening jackpot" is won in the second special symbol lottery. The large winning opening 54 opens at the same time as the start of the round, remains open for about 30 seconds, and closes again at the end of the round (
Each round time is set to about 30 seconds). Therefore, since the large winning opening 54 is opened for about 30 seconds in each round, it is possible or easy to allow a predetermined number (full count: 10 balls) of game balls to enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, the specific region 548 is opened about 0.032 seconds after the start of the second round (specific round), maintained in the open state for about 2 seconds, and then closed. Therefore, if the game ball is launched aiming at the large winning opening 54 from the first round to the second round, it is easy for the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 to enter the specific area 548. Yes, it is possible to make a practical transition.

In the figure, (C) is an opening pattern executed in the jackpot game when the "2R short opening jackpot" is won in the second special symbol lottery. The large winning opening 54 opens at the same time as the start of each round, remains open for about 2 seconds, and closes at the end of each round (each round time is set to 2 seconds). Therefore, since the large winning opening 54 is opened only for about 2 seconds in each round, it is impossible or difficult to allow a specified number of game balls (full count: 10 balls) to enter the large winning opening 54, but 2 to 2 It is possible or easy to have about three game balls enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, the specific region 54 is opened about 0.032 seconds after the start of the second round (specific round), maintained in the open state for about 2 seconds, and then closed. Therefore, if the game ball is launched aiming at the large winning opening 54 from the first round to the second round, it is easy for the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 to enter the specific area 548. Yes, it is possible to make a practical transition.

The above opening pattern can be appropriately changed according to the specifications of the gaming machine and the like. Further, in the specific round, the opening operation of the large winning opening 54 and the opening operation of the specific area 548 are synchronized (linked), and the specific area 548 is opened when the large winning opening 54 is opened (large winning opening). The specific area 548 is opened after the time when the 54 is opened), and the specific area 548 is closed when the large winning opening 54 is closed (the specific area 548 is closed after the time when the large winning opening 54 is closed). May be closed). That is, the specification may be such that when the large winning opening 54 is opened for a long time, the specific area 548 is also opened for a long time, and when the large winning opening 54 is opened for a short time, the specific area 548 is also opened for a short time. When that specification is applied, basically, if the above-mentioned conditional specific jackpot is won, the large winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 will be opened for a long time in the specific round, and the above-mentioned conditions will be applied. If a normal jackpot is won, the jackpot 54 and the specific area 548 are shortly opened in a specific round. Further, in the above open pattern, the number of executions of the specific round is once (only in the second round) regardless of which jackpot type is applicable, but the number of executions of the specific round is set multiple times. It may have been done. Further, the validity / invalidity of the specific area 548 is switched according to the special symbol displayed as stopped, that is, the type of the jackpot to be executed. For example, in the above embodiment, the first special symbol lottery result "2R long opening". Even when the specific area 548 is passed by "hit", it may be controlled so that the probabilistic gaming state is not set after the big hit game. In this case, the opening pattern of the large winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 may be controlled. It is possible to design without controlling such as shifting the timing.

Subsequently, the gaming state in the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 9 is a transition diagram of the gaming state and the effect mode in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, a normal game state, a time-saving game state, and a probabilistic game state are set as a plurality of types of game states. As the types of the game states, 1) the game state in which the special symbol probability fluctuation function, the special symbol fluctuation time shortening function, and the electric chew support function are activated is referred to as "probability change state" or "probability change game state", and 2) special. The game state in which only the symbol fluctuation time shortening function and the electric chew support function are activated is called "time reduction state" or "time reduction game state", and 3) the state in which all the functions are not activated is called "normal state" or "normal state". It is called "game state". It can be said that both the "probability changing game state" and the "time saving game state" are advantageous game states for the player as compared with the "normal game state". It should be noted that each gaming state is (1) depending on the combination of the operating state of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol (high probability state / low probability state) and the operating state of the electric chew support function (high base state / low base state). ) Probability variable gaming state can be expressed as "high probability high base state", (2) time-saving gaming state can be expressed as "low probability high base state", and (3) normal gaming state can be expressed as "low probability low base state".

FIG. 10 is a schematic diagram showing a game state setting table in the present embodiment. In the game state setting table, for each jackpot type, the probability variation operation number (also referred to as "probability variation count") in which the probability variation function of the special symbol is activated after the end of the jackpot game, and the variation time of the special symbol are displayed. The number of time-saving operations in which the shortening function is activated (also referred to as the "number of times of shortening the fluctuation time") and the number of times of electric support operation in which the electric chew support function is activated (also referred to as the "number of easy ball entry states") are associated with each other. There is. The number of probable change operations, the number of time-saving operations, and the number of electric support operations given when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the special symbol is a big hit are (a) big hit type (type of symbol group) and (b) when the big hit is won. It is set according to the game state and (c) whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the big hit game.

Regardless of which of the big hit types is won in the first special symbol and the second special symbol, if the game ball can be put into the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the probability change operation is performed regardless of the game state at the time of the big hit winning. The number of times "∞ times (65535 times)", the number of time-saving operations "∞ times (65535 times)", and the number of times of electric support operation "∞ times (65535 times)" are set. That is, regardless of which big hit type is won, if the game ball can enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the probabilistic game state is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "2R long open jackpot 1" is won in the first special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the jackpot game, the gaming state at the time of the jackpot winning is the normal gaming state. For example, if the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "0 times", and the electric support operation number "0 times" are set, while the gaming state at the time of winning the big hit is the time reduction gaming state or the probability variation gaming state. , The probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times" are set. That is, if the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the normal state, the normal gaming state is set again as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game, and if the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the time-saving gaming state or the probabilistic gaming state. A time-saving game state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "2R long open jackpot 2" is won in the first special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the jackpot game, the gaming state at the time of the jackpot winning is the normal gaming state. For example, if the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "70 times", and the electric support operation number "70 times" are set, while the gaming state at the time of winning the big hit is the time reduction gaming state or the probability variation gaming state. , The probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times" are set. That is, if the game state at the time of winning the big hit is the normal state, the time-saving game state (number of continuations: 70 times) is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game, and the game state at the time of winning the big hit is the time-saving game state or the probability change. If it is a gaming state, a time-saving gaming state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set as the gaming state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "10R long open big hit" or "2R short open big hit" is won in the second special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the game state at the time of the big hit winning. Regardless of the above, the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times" are set. That is, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, it is regarded as the game state after the end of the big hit game. The time-saving game state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set.

In this embodiment, as can be seen from the above explanation, basically, when a big hit is made in the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol in the normal game state, the game state after the end of the big hit game is changed. There is no direct hit route based on the design intent of the so-called gaming machine, which directly shifts to the probabilistic gaming state (without going through the time-saving gaming state). An exception that is not based on the design intention is the case where the 2R long open jackpots 1 and 2 directly shift to the probabilistic gaming state when a V prize is won.

Here, in the present embodiment, the time-saving gaming state is also referred to as an "advantageous gaming state" as a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state, and is probable as a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the time-saving gaming state. The gaming state is also referred to as the "most advantageous gaming state". Further, the advantageous gaming state is divided into a first advantageous gaming state (time-saving gaming state in which the number of continuations is set to 70 times) and a second advantageous gaming state (time-saving gaming state in which the number of continuations is set to 100 times). Will be done. The second advantageous gaming state has a high probability of shifting to the most advantageous gaming state in that the number of time-saving operations and the number of electric support operations are set to be 30 times larger than those of the first advantageous gaming state. Therefore, each gaming state becomes an advantageous gaming state for the player in the order of normal gaming state <first advantageous gaming state <second advantageous gaming state <most advantageous gaming state.

The pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment is a probabilistic game that is given when the first special symbol or the second special symbol becomes a big hit, up to a preset upper limit number of times (also referred to as "limit number of times"). It has a limiter function to limit the number of consecutive states (number of consecutive occurrences). The game state control means 165, which will be described later, includes a limit counter that counts the number of consecutive times (the number of consecutive times determined to shift to the probabilistic game state) that the right to shift to the probabilistic game state has been acquired as the game state after the end of the big hit game. ing.

The limit counter is updated when the game ball enters the specific area 548 (the transition to the probabilistic game state is determined) during the execution of the jackpot game. That is, in the present embodiment, regardless of which jackpot type is won, the V probability variation spec is adopted in which the right of probability variation transition is given by letting the game ball enter the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game. Therefore, it is a condition for adding the limit counter that the game ball is put into the specific area 548 (the right of the probability change transition is acquired) during the execution of the big hit game. Therefore, regardless of which jackpot type is won, if the game ball cannot be entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game, the limit counter will be reset (that is, zero cleared). NS). In the following, for convenience of explanation, the number of consecutive times in which the right to shift to the probabilistic gaming state is acquired is also referred to as "probability change jackpot count".

In the present embodiment, when the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game and the right to shift to the probabilistic gaming state is acquired, the jackpot game ends until the limit counter reaches the upper limit. Set the subsequent game state to the probabilistic game state (set the probabilistic change operation number "∞ times", the time saving operation number "∞ times", and the electric support operation number "∞ times"). On the other hand, even if the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game and the right to shift to the probabilistic game state is acquired, if the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times, after the end of the big hit game. Forcibly set the game state to the time-saving game state (set the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time-saving operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times"). In this embodiment, the upper limit number of times (limit number of times) is set to "5 times". Hereinafter, when the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times, it may be paraphrased as "the limit function is activated". In the present embodiment, in the jackpot game to be executed with one special symbol in this way, a gaming machine that can be set to different gaming states depending on whether or not there is a V prize (a special symbol displayed stopped and a V prize). Since it is a model that judges based on two conditions), the special symbol that activates the probabilistic gaming state based on the special symbol that is stopped and displayed regardless of the V prize is different from the model that has a one-to-one correspondence between the special symbol and the gaming state, and the probabilistic gaming state is activated. Only the game state setting based on the V prize flag, which is a condition, will be terminated, and the game state (second advantageous game state) corresponding to the special symbol when the V prize is not won can be executed when the limit function is activated. There is.

The special symbol variation pattern determining means 143 determines the variation pattern of the special symbol based on the special symbol variation pattern random value. Here, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, the special symbol variation pattern determining means 143 holds a plurality of types of variation pattern tables that are referred to when selecting a variation pattern of the special symbol. The special symbol variation pattern determining means 143 selects any variation pattern table from a plurality of types of variation pattern tables based on the current variation pattern selection state. The relationship between this fluctuation pattern selection state and the fluctuation pattern table will be described later. Each variation pattern table defines a plurality of variation patterns. In each figure, "selection rate" is shown for convenience of explanation, but in reality, a judgment value (range of random value) for determining the fluctuation pattern is set according to the special symbol fluctuation pattern random value. The fluctuation pattern is determined based on which determination value the fluctuation pattern random value belongs to. For each variation pattern, the variation time is set for each variation pattern as the end condition of the symbol variation, and it is premised that the symbol variation by the decorative symbol composed of a plurality of symbols is also executed at the variation time. Is defined as.

Here, the fluctuation pattern selection state will be described. The variation pattern selection state is one of the selection conditions referred to when selecting a variation pattern (variation pattern table). In this example, a normal selection state, a time saving selection state, and a probability variation selection state are set as a plurality of types of fluctuation pattern selection states. The normal selection state is a fluctuation pattern selection state set in a gaming state (normal gaming state) in which none of the special symbol probability fluctuation function, the fluctuation time shortening function, and the electric chew support function is activated. The time saving selection state is a variation pattern selection state set in the gaming state (time saving gaming state) in which the special symbol probability variation function does not operate, but the special symbol variation time shortening function and the electric chew support function are activated. .. The probability variation selection state is a variation pattern selection state set in the gaming state (probability variation game state) in which all of the probability variation function, the variation time shortening function, and the electric chew support function of the special symbol are operating. Although the illustrations are omitted, it is limited to a predetermined period (for example, 1 to 4 fluctuations after the big hit, 70th fluctuation and 100th fluctuation that end in a reduced time) from the execution of the big hit or the small hit. It may be possible to refer to the special variation pattern table that is specifically referred to. Such a special variation pattern table is set based on conditions such as the type of hit to be executed (stop display symbol of the special symbol that started the big hit or small hit) and the presence or absence of V winning, and this special variation. The reference state of the pattern table is called the limited frequency state.

In each variation pattern table shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, the columns referred to for the first special symbol and the second special symbol are different, and even if the same special symbol variation pattern random value is acquired, even if the same special symbol variation pattern random value is acquired. It is possible to select different fluctuation patterns from each other. Here, the number of operation hold balls (“hold 0”, “hold 1-2”, “hold 3”) described in each figure is, if it is a variation pattern lottery of the first special symbol, if it is a lottery. It means the number of activated reserved balls of the first special symbol (the number of activated reserved balls after pending digestion), and if it is a variation pattern lottery of the second special symbol, the number of activated reserved balls of the second special symbol (after pending digestion). It means the number of operation holding balls). The number of operation-holding balls is the number of operation-holding balls existing at the time of lottery of the fluctuation pattern (at the start of the variation display / after the hold-digestion) (excluding the operation-holding balls digested by the variation display). .. As a modification thereof, the total value of the number of balls on hold for operation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be used. Further, in the limited frequency state, the variable pattern lottery may be performed using a common table regardless of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

Here, the variation effect of the decorative symbol performed in conjunction with the variation display of the special symbol is determined based on the type (variation time) of the variation pattern of the special symbol. As a reference, FIGS. 11 to 13 also describe the contents of the variation effect set corresponding to each variation pattern. In the figure, "ultra-shortening fluctuation", "shortening fluctuation", and "normal fluctuation" are the effects that the three rows of decorative patterns fluctuate and become "off" in so-called disjointed eyes without going through the reach state even once. Is. In the following, ultra-shortening fluctuations, shortening fluctuations, and normal fluctuations are collectively referred to as "non-reach loss". In this non-reach deviation, the variation mode is different from each other in that the variation display stops in a shorter time in the shortened variation than in the normal variation and in the ultra-shortened variation than in the shortened variation. "N reach (N reach effect)" is a state in which the same decorative symbol is stopped in two rows (generally the left column and the right column) of the three rows of decorative symbols (reach state), and the remaining one row (reach state). If a different decorative pattern stops in the middle row (generally in the middle row), it will be "missing", and if the same decorative symbol stops in the remaining one row (generally in the middle row), it will be a "big hit". .. "SP reach (SP reach production)" is a reach production with a relatively higher expectation of big hits than the above N reach, and has evolved from the N reach to display still images and videos such as animation and live action. It is a production to be done. In addition, "SP reach fanning" is a production to fan whether or not reach is established. In the type of fluctuation pattern in this example, the jackpot expectation is set to be higher in the order of non-reach <N reach <SP reach. In the following, for convenience of explanation, the description regarding "small hit" is omitted except in special cases.

(Variation pattern table 1)
FIG. 11 is a schematic diagram showing the variation pattern table 1. The variation pattern table 1 is a variation pattern table set when the variation pattern selection state currently staying is the normal selection state. The fluctuation pattern table 1 is a different table depending on the result of the hit / fail determination (big hit / miss).

The fluctuation pattern table 1 for loss includes fluctuation patterns PH1-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation), PH1-2 (shortened fluctuation), PH1-3 (normal fluctuation), PH1-4 (N reach), and PH1-5 (SP). Reach A (failure)) is set. Here, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is incorrect, the fluctuation patterns PH1-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation), PH1-2 (shortened fluctuation), PH1-3 (normal fluctuation), PH1-4 (normal fluctuation) Either N reach) or PH1-5 (SP reach A (failure)) is selected. At this time, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is wrong, the contents of the referenced table are set to be different according to the number of pending balls, and the special symbol fluctuation pattern random value is the same. However, different fluctuation patterns can be selected. Specifically, the larger the number of pending balls, the easier it is to select a fluctuation pattern (ultra-shortened fluctuation or shortened fluctuation) in which the fluctuation time is set relatively short, and the smaller the number of reserved balls, the relatively shorter the fluctuation time. It is easy to select a long set fluctuation pattern (normal fluctuation or N reach). On the other hand, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is wrong, the fluctuation pattern PH1-2 (shortened fluctuation) is selected. That is, when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is wrong, unlike the case where the result of the hit / miss judgment of the first special symbol is wrong, the fluctuation pattern is fixed regardless of the number of pending balls. (Only shortened fluctuations with relatively short fluctuation times are selected).

Fluctuation patterns PA1-1 (N reach), PA1-2 (SP reach A (win)), and PA1-3 (SP reach A (defeat)) are set in the variation pattern table 1 for big hits. Here, when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is a big hit, if the big hit type is 2R long open big hit 1, the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (SP reach A (win)) is selected and the big hit type. If is 2R long open jackpot 2, the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 (SP reach A (defeat)) is selected. On the other hand, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit, the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 (N reach) is selected regardless of the big hit type.

Here, "SP Reach A (Victory)", "SP Reach A (Defeat)", and "SP Reach (Failure)" are all the first half of the battle production in which the ally character plays against the enemy character and decides the victory or defeat. It is a reach production that is developed. The first half of this battle production develops into SP reach when the ally character and the enemy character meet, and then the ally character and the enemy character play against each other. On the other hand, the latter half of the battle effect is configured as a big hit medium effect executed during the big hit game, and the content of the effect is that the victory or defeat of the battle between the ally character and the enemy character is decided. Therefore, at the end of the first half of the battle production (at the end of the variable display), if the continuation of the battle production succeeds and develops into the second half of the battle production, a "big hit" is confirmed and the continuation of the battle production fails. If it does not develop in the latter half of the battle production, the "off" will be confirmed. In this way, the battle effect is composed of the first half part (big hit variation effect) executed during the variable display of the symbol and the second half part (big hit medium effect) executed during the big hit game. .. Specifically, the variable effect of the symbol and the medium hit effect are executed as a continuous and integrated special continuous effect, and the effect content with a consistent story in the effect from the variable display of the symbol to the big hit game. By displaying, it is shown as one reach effect (battle effect) throughout. Here, when "SP reach A (victory)" is selected, the battle effect develops in the latter half (the battle effect continues), and the ally character finally wins. When "SP Reach A (defeat)" is selected, the battle effect develops in the latter half (the battle effect continues), and the ally character is finally defeated. Therefore, in this battle effect, if the ally character wins, "2R long open jackpot 1 (big hit with time reduction)" is confirmed, and if the ally character is defeated, "2R long open jackpot 2 (big hit without time reduction)" is confirmed. On the other hand, when "SP reach A (failure)" is selected, the battle production does not develop into the second half, and the battle production ends in the first half, so that "missing" is confirmed. In the following, for convenience of explanation, the first half of the battle production is also referred to as "battle first half production", and the second half of the battle production is also referred to as "battle second half production". A specific example of the battle effect in this embodiment will be described later.

(Variation pattern table 2)
FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram showing the variation pattern table 2. The variation pattern table 2 is a variation pattern table set when the variation pattern selection state during the current stay is the time saving selection state. The fluctuation pattern table 2 is a different table depending on the result of the hit / fail determination (big hit / miss).

Fluctuation patterns PH2-1 (ultra-shortening variation), PH2-2 (normal variation), PH2-3 (N reach), and PH2-4 (SP reach fan) are set in the variation pattern table 2 for loss. .. Here, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is wrong, either the fluctuation pattern PH2-2 (normal fluctuation) or PH2-3 (N reach) does not depend on the number of balls on hold. Is selected. That is, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is wrong, the fluctuation pattern PH1-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation) is not selected regardless of the number of operation pending balls. On the other hand, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is wrong, the fluctuation patterns PH2-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation), PH2-2 (normal fluctuation), PH2-3 (N reach), PH2-4 (SP) One of the reach) is selected. At this time, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is wrong, the contents of the referenced table are set to be different according to the number of operation-reserved balls (specifically, depending on the presence or absence of the operation-reserved sphere). Therefore, even if the special symbol fluctuation pattern random value is the same, different fluctuation patterns can be selected. Specifically, the fluctuation pattern PH2-1 (super shortened) is not selected when the operation holding ball does not exist, and the fluctuation pattern PH2-1 (super shortening) is selected only when the operation holding ball exists. (Shortened variation) can be selected, so it tends to be easier to select a variation pattern with a relatively short variation time when the operation hold ball is present than when the operation hold ball is not present. Become.

In the variation pattern table 2 for big hits, variation patterns PA2-1 (N reach), variation patterns PA2-2 (SP reach B (success)), and PA2-3 (SP reach B (failure)) are set. .. Here, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is a big hit, the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (N reach) is selected regardless of the big hit type. On the other hand, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is a big hit, if the big hit type is a 10R long open big hit, the fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (SP reach B (success)), and the big hit type is a 2R short open big hit. If so, the variation pattern PA2-3 (SP reach B (failure)) is selected.

Here, both "SP reach B (success)" and "SP reach B (failure)" should exhibit a specific aspect as a pseudo condition for making the result of the hit / fail judgment a big hit. It is a mission production that presents a command to the player. In this mission production, if a predetermined command can be achieved, the mission succeeds (10R long open jackpot), and if the predetermined command cannot be achieved, the mission fails (2R short opening jackpot). In this embodiment, as will be described in detail later, the training mode and the wandering mode are provided as the effect modes set in the reduced working hours game state, and the mission (command) according to the effect mode in which the player is currently staying is activated. For example, in the training mode, if the training ordered by the master succeeds, the mission succeeds, and if the training ordered by the master fails, the mission fails. Also, in the wandering mode, if a new enemy can be found during the wandering, the mission will be successful, and if no new enemy can be found, the mission will be unsuccessful. As a modification of the variation pattern of the second special symbol, in addition to the variation pattern PH2-1 of the ultra-shortening variation (3 seconds), the variation time of ultra-shortening variation (3 seconds) × N times (for example, N = 4). In that case, a variation pattern designed for 3 × 4 = 12 seconds) may be prepared. That is, although this fluctuation pattern is actually one fluctuation display, the effect display device 70 pseudo-displays the fluctuation of the decorative symbol N times, so that the ultra-shortened fluctuation is executed N times. It looks as if it were. At that time, in the effect display device 70, the remaining number of fluctuations in the time-saving gaming state is hidden, or the remaining variation in the effect displayed on the effect display device 70 by one actual variation and one pseudo decorative symbol variation. By subtracting the number of times, it is possible to make it difficult for the player to understand the number of rotations of the variation display currently being performed in the variation display of 70 times, which is the duration of the time-saving gaming state.

(Variation pattern table 3)
FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram showing the variation pattern table 3. The variation pattern table 2 is a variation pattern table set when the variation pattern selection state currently staying is the probability variation selection state. The fluctuation pattern table 3 is a different table depending on the result of the hit / fail determination (big hit / miss).

Fluctuation patterns PH3-1 (ultra-shortened variation), PH3-2 (normal variation), and PH3-3 (SP reach fanning) are set in the variation pattern table 3 for loss. Here, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is wrong, the fluctuation pattern PH3-2 (normal fluctuation) or PH3-3 (SP reach fanning) is selected regardless of the number of pending balls. NS. On the other hand, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is wrong, one of the fluctuation patterns PH3-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation) and PH3-3 (SP reach fanning) is selected. At this time, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is wrong, the contents of the referenced table may differ depending on the number of operation-reserved balls (specifically, depending on whether or not there is an operation-reserved ball). It is set to, and even if the special symbol fluctuation pattern random value is the same, different fluctuation patterns can be selected. Specifically, when the operation holding ball does not exist, the fluctuation pattern PH3-1 (ultra-shortened fluctuation) is not selected, and the fluctuation pattern PH3- only when the operation holding ball exists. 1 (ultra-shortened) can be selected. Therefore, the fluctuation pattern having a relatively short fluctuation time tends to be selected when the operation holding ball is present than when the operation holding ball is not present.

Fluctuation patterns PA3-1 (SP reach C (escape)), PA3-2 (SP reach C (win)), PA3-3 (SP reach C (defeat)) are set in the variation pattern table 3 for big hits. ing. Here, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is a big hit, the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 (SP reach C (escape)) is selected regardless of the big hit type. On the other hand, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is a big hit, if the big hit type is a 10R long open big hit, the variation pattern PA3-2 (SP reach C (win)) is selected and the big hit type is 2R. If it is a short open jackpot, the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 (SP reach C (defeat)) is selected.

Here, in "SP Reach C (escape)", "SP Reach C (victory)", and "SP Reach (defeat)", a battle production is developed in which a friendly character plays against an enemy character and decides the victory or defeat. It is a reach production. In "SP Reach C (escape)", it is confirmed that the ally character escapes without fighting the enemy character and wins "2R long open jackpot 1" or "2R long open jackpot 2". In "SP Reach C (Victory)", it is confirmed that the ally character wins the "10R long open jackpot" by defeating the enemy character. In "SP Reach C (defeat)", it is confirmed that the ally character is defeated by the enemy character and won the "2R short open jackpot".

In this way, in the fluctuation pattern tables 1 to 3, the fluctuation time of the special symbol is set for each fluctuation pattern, but regardless of which variation pattern is selected, the fixed stop time of the special symbol is "0. "5 seconds" is set. The fixed stop time of the special symbol is the time when the special symbol is definitively stopped and displayed (the time when the completely stopped state is maintained). In addition, the fluctuation time and the fixed stop time of the decorative symbol are also set corresponding to the fluctuation time and the fixed stop time of the special symbol.

Further, since the special symbol variation pattern determining means 143 instructs the effect control board 200 to start the variation of the decorative symbol after selecting the variation pattern of the special symbol, communication with the effect control board 200 is normally performed. A production control command (communication inspection command) for confirming whether or not the command is used, a production control command (variable additional information specification command) including fluctuation additional information (information for adding / subtracting fluctuation time), and a production including fluctuation pattern information. Generate control commands (variable pattern specification commands), effect control commands (symbol specification commands) that include information on character effect numbers (symbol group and game status), etc. (hereinafter, these commands are collectively referred to as "variable start commands". This is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180).

The normal symbol lottery processing means 145 includes a normal symbol hit / miss determination means 146, a normal symbol stop symbol determination means 147, and a normal symbol variation pattern determination means 148. When the normal symbol fluctuation start condition is satisfied, the normal symbol lottery processing means 145 reads out the normal symbol per normal symbol value and the normal symbol fluctuation pattern random value stored in the earliest storage area in the normal symbol hold storage area. It is stored in the normal symbol hit / miss determination area and the normal symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180, respectively.

The normal symbol hit / fail determination means 146 reads a random value per normal symbol from the normal symbol hit / miss determination area of the main information storage means 180, executes a hit / fail judgment, and determines whether the judgment result corresponds to hit or miss. decide. The result of this winning / failing lottery is temporarily stored in the normal symbol determination flag of the main information storage means 180, used in the subsequent processing, and then cleared when the fluctuation of the normal symbol is stopped. The ordinary symbol winning / failing determination means 146 holds a normal symbol winning / failing lottery table referred to at the time of this winning / failing lottery, and in a state where the probability fluctuation function of the ordinary symbol is not operating (non-ball entry easy state), for example. Refer to the normal symbol win / fail lottery table that wins with the probability of "160/283", and in the state where the probability fluctuation function of the normal symbol is operating (easy entry state), for example, with the probability of "282/283". With reference to the winning or failing lottery table for ordinary symbols, the winning or losing lottery for ordinary symbols is executed.

The normal symbol stop symbol determining means 147 refers to the symbol lottery table and assigns a predetermined winning symbol when the result of the winning / failing lottery is a hit, while assigning a predetermined missing symbol when the result is a miss. It has become.

The ordinary symbol variation pattern determination means 148 reads the ordinary symbol variation pattern random value from the ordinary symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180, and also refers to the ordinary symbol variation pattern table to provide a function for shortening the variation time of the ordinary symbol. In the non-operating state (non-ball entry easy state), select a relatively long fluctuation time (for example, "4 seconds, 5 seconds, 6 seconds, 7 seconds, 8 seconds, 9 seconds, 10 seconds" 7 Select each type uniformly). On the other hand, in the state where the fluctuation time shortening function of the normal symbol is activated (the ball entry easy state), a relatively short fluctuation time (for example, "0.5 seconds") is selected. In the control of the normal symbol game, in order to reduce the processing load of the main CPU 101 of the main control board 100, the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is set to "0" or the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set in the non-electric chew support state. It is also conceivable to adopt a specification that makes a single unit.

When the result of the winning / losing lottery is a big hit, the special game control means 150 determines the demonstration time related to the big hit start demo and the big hit end demo according to the determined big hit symbol. Further, the special game control means 150 instructs the effect control board 200 side to execute an effect control command (referred to as a “big hit start demo command”) and a jackpot end demo effect. An effect control command (referred to as a “big hit end demo command”) is generated and stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. The jackpot start demo command also serves as an opportunity to determine the content of a series of jackpot effects (big hit start demo effect, round effect, jackpot end demo effect) developed during the jackpot game on the effect control board 200 side. .. Further, the special game control means 150 generates an effect control command (referred to as a “round effect designation command”) for instructing the start of the round effect corresponding to each round game in each round game during the big hit game. , This is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. This round effect designation command includes information on the current number of rounds and information on opening and closing of the grand prize opening 54. Regarding the above demo time, not only the jackpot symbol but also the demo time related to the jackpot start demo and the jackpot end demo may be different even if the same jackpot symbol is used depending on the game state at the time of the jackpot occurrence.

Further, when the result of the winning / losing lottery is a small hit, the special game control means 150 determines the demo time related to the small hit start demo and the small hit end demo displayed on the effect display device 70 or the like during the small hit game. Further, the special game control means 150 includes an effect control command (“small hit start demo command”) for instructing the execution of the small hit start demo effect and an effect control command (“small hit start demo command”) for instructing the execution of the small hit end demo effect. The end demo command ") is generated and stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180.

The symbol display control means 155 includes a special symbol display control means 156 and a normal symbol display control means 157. The special symbol display control means 156 causes the first special symbol display device 71 to variably display the first special symbol according to the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the first special symbol, and confirms and displays the first special symbol after the fluctuation display. Let me. Further, the special symbol display control means 156 causes the second special symbol display device 72 to variably display the second special symbol according to the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the second special symbol, and displays the second special symbol after the variation display. Confirm display. The special symbol display control means 156 has a special symbol game timer for managing the time (variable time, fixed display time) related to the display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The operating states of the first special symbol display device 71 and the second special symbol display device 72 are monitored based on the special symbol game status of the main information storage means 180. The special symbol display control means 156 requests the effect control board 200 to confirm the decorative symbol when the fluctuation of the special symbol is stopped (that is, at the timing when the value of the special symbol game timer becomes "0"). Generates an effect control command (referred to as "fluctuation stop command"). The normal symbol display control means 157 causes the normal symbol display device 75 to variably display the normal symbol according to the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the normal symbol, and confirms and displays the normal symbol after the fluctuation display. The normal symbol display control means 157 has a normal symbol game timer for managing the time (variable time, fixed display time) related to the display of the normal symbol. The operating state of the normal symbol display device 75 is monitored based on the normal symbol game status of the main information storage means 180.

When the result of the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol is a big hit, the electric accessory control means 160 outputs a control signal to the special electric accessory solenoid 543 as a big hit game process after the confirmation display of the special symbol, and the special electric accessory control means 160. The object 542 is opened according to a predetermined operation pattern. In the jackpot game, one opening / closing operation of the special electric accessory 542 is regarded as one round game (unit game), and the round game is continuously executed for a specified number of rounds (2R, 10R in this example). Is. The electric accessory control means 160 holds a large winning opening opening counter for storing the number of operations of the special electric accessory 542 (that is, the number of running rounds). Here, when the jackpot type is 2R long open jackpot 1 (symbol group A) and 2R long open jackpot 2 (symbol group B), the jackpot 54 is opened for a maximum of about 28 seconds in one round game. .. When the jackpot type is a 10R long open jackpot (symbol group C), the jackpot 54 is opened for a maximum of about 30 seconds in one round game. On the other hand, when the jackpot type is 2R short opening jackpot (symbol group D), the jackpot 54 is opened for a maximum of about 2 seconds in one round game. Here, the closing condition of the big winning opening 54 (the end condition of the unit game) in the big hit game is the lapse of the entry of the game ball of the specified count number or the opening period of the specified number of seconds.

Further, when the result of the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol is a small hit, the electric accessory control means 160 outputs a control signal to the special electric accessory solenoid 543 as a small hit game process after the confirmation display of the special symbol. , The special electric accessory 542 is opened for a short time (about 1.8 seconds). The small hit game is distinguished from the big hit game consisting of a plurality of round games in that it is composed of one round game.

Further, when the electric accessory control means 160 wins the winning / losing lottery of the ordinary symbol, the electric accessory control means 160 outputs a control signal to the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 523 to open the ordinary electric accessory 522 for a predetermined opening time. Here, the electric accessory control means 160 opens the normal electric accessory 522 for an extremely short time (for example, 0.2 seconds) in a state where the opening extension function is not operating (non-ball entry easy state). On the other hand, in the state where the opening extension function is operating (the ball entry easy state), the normal electric accessory 522 is opened for a relatively long time (for example, 4 seconds).

When the result of the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol is a big hit, the game state control means 165 refers to the above-mentioned game state setting table, and (a) the type of the symbol related to the big hit and (b) at the time of winning the big hit. Based on the game state and (c) whether or not the game ball has entered the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the game state after the end of the big hit game is determined, and the game state after the end of the big hit game is switched. .. In the present embodiment, as described above, as a plurality of types of gaming states, a normal gaming state (low probability low base state), a time-saving gaming state (low probability low base state), and a probabilistic gaming state (high probability high base state) are used. It has been set, and one of a plurality of types of effect modes is selectively set with reference to the above-mentioned game state setting table. Since the game state setting table has already been described, duplicate explanations will be omitted here. Here, as described above, the occurrence of a big hit can be a trigger for the transition of the gaming state, but the occurrence of a small hit is not a trigger for the transition of the gaming state. That is, when the result of the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol is a small hit, the game state before the small hit is excluded, except for the variation that is the end condition of the gaming state (for example, the 70th variation, the 100th variation, etc. of the time-saving gaming state). If is in the normal gaming state, the gaming state during the small hit game and after the small hit game is also in the normal gaming state, and if the gaming state before the small hit is the time-saving gaming state, during the small hit game and after the small hit game. The gaming state is also a time-saving gaming state, and if the gaming state before the small hit is the probabilistic gaming state, the gaming state during the small hit game and after the small hit game is also the probabilistic gaming state.

When the special game (big hit game, small hit game) is executed, the game state control means 165 determines the variation pattern selection state after the end of the special game based on the symbol type of the big hit or the small hit. Switch the variation pattern selection state after the end of the special game. In the present embodiment, a normal selection state, a time saving selection state, a probability variation selection state, and a limited frequency state are set as a plurality of types of variation pattern selection states, and a plurality of types of variation patterns are set according to the determined gaming state. One of the selected states is selectively set. Since the fluctuation pattern selection state has already been described, duplicate explanation will be omitted here.

The game state control means 165 generates an effect control command (referred to as a “game state designation command”) including the current game state information and the variation pattern selection state information, and stores this in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. Store.

The error monitoring control means 170 monitors the input information of the I / O port circuit 104, and inspects the magnetic detection signal by the magnetic sensor, the disconnection short circuit power supply abnormality signal, the radio wave detection signal by the radio wave sensor, the door / frame opening signal, and the like. , Determine whether the gaming machine is in an error state. In the case of an error state, an effect control command (“error effect designation command”) including the error information is requested to indicate the error state effect to the effect control board 200. Although the description is omitted in FIGS. 4 and the like, the door opening switch is a means for detecting whether or not the glass frame 5 is open, and the frame opening switch is for detecting whether or not the front frame 2 is open. The back set release switch is a means for detecting whether or not the back set board 30 is open. Further, the magnetic sensor and the radio wave sensor are detection means for detecting so-called fraudulent gaming behavior.

The main information storage means 180 includes random number value information acquired in the special symbol game and the normal symbol game, operation holding ball information of the special symbol and the normal symbol, and a game state (probability change state, time saving state,) related to the special symbol game and the normal symbol game. Information on (easy entry state), count information on limit counters, information on fluctuation pattern selection status, result information on winning / failing lottery (big hit, small hit, miss), information on stop symbols and fluctuation patterns related to special symbols and ordinary symbols, Information about the special game (number of rounds, opening time, opening mode (number of opening per round game), etc.), status information showing the operating states of the special symbol display devices 71 and 72, and the operating state of the special electric accessory 542. It is configured to temporarily store status information, effect control command data information, etc., and has a predetermined storage area for storing each information.

When a command transmission request is made, the command transmission / reception means 190 is configured to transmit various effect control command data stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 to the effect control board 200 by a parallel transmission method. Has been done. Each effect control command has a 2-byte configuration including 1-byte MODE data and 1-byte EVENT data. In order to distinguish MODE and EVENT, Bit7 of MODE data is "1". Bit7 of EVENT data is set to "0". When transmitting such information as valid, a strobe signal is output at each transmission timing of MODE and EVENT. As a general rule, the effect control command generated in each process is transmitted as one command for each interrupt cycle according to the order set in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180.

As shown in FIG. 5, the effect control board 200 includes the effect lottery random number generation means 210, the effect control means 220, the lamp control means 230, the accessory control means 240, the error effect control means 250, the sub-main information storage means 260, and the command. Includes transmission / reception means 270. Each of the above-mentioned means in the effect control board 200 is composed of hardware such as a sub-main CPU 201, ROM 202, RAM 203, and an electronic circuit arranged on the effect control board 200, and software such as a control program stored in the ROM 202. It is a functional expression of something.

The effect lottery random number generation means 210 includes a random number counter for generating various software random numbers (effect lottery random numbers) by the program processing of the sub-main CPU 201. These random number counters play a role as a random number generation means for generating random numbers by software. The software random numbers include a look-ahead lottery random number used for the lottery of the look-ahead effect, a decorative symbol random number used for the lottery of the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, a variable effect pattern random number used for the lottery of the variable effect pattern of the decorative symbol, and a notice effect. It includes a notice lottery random number used for the lottery, a big hit effect pattern random number used for the lottery of the big hit effect pattern, a stage lottery random number used for the transition lottery of the effect stage, and the like. As the update timing of these random numbers, the remaining time when the command analysis is not performed in the main process on the effect control side described later (when the effect control command is not received from the main control board 100) is used for the update. do.

The effect controlling means 220 includes the effect mode control means 221, the hold information display control means 222, the look-ahead notice control means 223, the variable effect control means 224, the decorative symbol control means 225, the notice effect control means 226, and the jackpot effect control means 227. ..

The effect mode control means 221 is based on the game state designation command from the main control board 100, and is consistent with the game state and the variation pattern selection state managed on the main control board 100 side. Also called "directing mode"). In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, as a plurality of types of effect modes, a normal effect mode, a time saving effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, and a pullback effect mode are set, and a game managed on the main control board 100 side. Depending on the state (or the variation pattern selection state), one of a plurality of types of effect modes is selectively set, and the variation effect according to the set effect mode is executed.

Basically, when the game state is the normal game state, the "normal effect mode" is set, and when the game state is the time-saving game state, the "time-saving effect mode" is set, and the game state is the probabilistic game state. At some point, the "probability change effect mode" is set. However, when shifting to the time-saving gaming state based on the end of the probabilistic gaming state due to the activation of the limit function, the "pull-back effect" is displayed in the variable display of the limited number of times (100 times) immediately after the transition to the time-saving gaming state. The "mode" is set, and the "normal effect mode" is set when the variable display of the limited number of times (100 times) is finished. That is, when the gaming state shifts from the normal gaming state to the time-saving gaming state, the effect mode shifts from the "normal effect mode" to the "time-saving effect mode", while the game state shifts from the probabilistic gaming state to the time-saving gaming state. When doing so, the effect mode shifts from the "probability change effect mode" to the "pull-back effect mode". When any of the effect modes is set, the background image (decorative pattern is displayed on the back) dedicated to the effect mode on the screen as an effect (variable effect) suggesting that the user is staying in the effect mode. The background image) is displayed, and the BGM dedicated to the effect mode is output from the speaker 11. Since the background image and the BGM are set to be different from each other for each effect mode in this way, the player can recognize which effect mode is currently staying from the type of the background image or the BGM. ing.

The hold information display control means 222 has a first hold ball number counter for counting the number of operation hold balls of the first special symbol, and a second hold ball number counter for counting the number of operation hold balls of the second special symbol. Have. When the hold information display control means 222 receives the symbol storage number command from the main control board 100, the hold information display control means 222 updates (adds) the value of the corresponding counter based on the information on the number of operation hold balls included in this command. On the other hand, when the hold information display control means 222 receives the fluctuation start command from the main control board 100, that is, when the operation hold ball is digested, the hold information display control means 222 updates (subtracts) the value of the corresponding counter. Further, the hold information display control means 222 displays the number of hold balls of the first special symbol on the hold image display unit 710 of the effect display device 70 based on the values of the first hold ball number counter and the second hold ball number counter. Control is performed to display the number of reserved images corresponding to the number of reserved images corresponding to the number of reserved balls corresponding to the number of reserved balls for operation of the second special symbol. Further, the hold information display control means 222 switches to the hold image corresponding to the operation hold ball when the operation hold ball (the earliest operation hold ball) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is digested. Controls the display of the displayed changing image. In the present embodiment, unless explicitly mentioned, the reserved image of the first special symbol and the reserved image of the second special symbol are not distinguished and are simply referred to as a "pending image", and are referred to as a changing image of the first special symbol. It may be simply referred to as a "changing image" without distinguishing it from the changing image of the second special symbol.

The look-ahead notice control means 223 executes a look-ahead determination (referred to as "look-ahead lottery") for the operation-holding ball that is the target of the look-ahead notice effect. The look-ahead notice effect is a so-called continuous advance notice effect that announces the possibility of a big hit or a high expectation effect (for example, reach effect) over one or more variable displays before the operation hold ball to be read ahead is digested. It occurs as one aspect. At this time, the pre-reading lottery is performed based on the information of the pre-determination result included in the pre-determination command from the main control board 100. Here, when the pre-reading advance notice control means 223 receives the pre-determination command from the main control board 100, it distinguishes between the information of the pre-determination result of the first special symbol and the information of the pre-determination result of the second special symbol, respectively. Up to a predetermined upper limit number (4 pieces) is temporarily stored in the look-ahead information storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 in a form combined with the entry order of the operation holding balls. This look-ahead information storage area has the same configuration as the hold storage area of the main control board 100, and holds 1 storage area (first hold storage area) in the order of entry into the start ports 51 and 52. A hold 2 storage area (second hold storage area), a hold 3 storage area (third hold storage area), and a hold 4 storage area (fourth hold storage area) are provided, respectively. Each reserved storage area can store information on the result of pre-determination of hit / fail, information on the result of pre-determination of symbols, and information on the result of pre-determination of fluctuation pattern as a set. The information of the preliminary determination result is stored in the order of hold 1 storage area, hold 2 storage area, hold 3 storage area, hold 4 storage area, while hold 1 storage area, hold 2 storage area, hold 3 storage area, hold 4 It is digested in the order of storage area (principle of first-in first-out). Further, when the information of the preliminary determination result of the reserved 1 storage area is digested, the information of the preliminary determination result stored in the reserved 2 storage area, the reserved 3 storage area, and the reserved 4 storage area is stored in the storage area of the lower number, respectively. At the same time as shifting, the contents of the reserved 4 storage area are cleared to zero.

Here, the reserved image and the changing image will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a schematic diagram for explaining the reserved image and the changing image. The reserved image display unit 710 is assigned a reserved image display area 711 for displaying the reserved image and a changing image display area 712 for displaying the changing image. In the reserved image display area 711, the corresponding reserved image is displayed when the activated reserved ball of the special symbol is generated, while the corresponding reserved image disappears when the activated reserved ball of the special symbol is digested (variation). Switch to the middle image). The reserved images are displayed in order according to the order in which the activated reserved balls of the special symbol are generated (in order of entry), and the maximum number of reserved images corresponding to the activated reserved balls of the first special symbol is four, and the second special symbol is activated. Up to four reserved images corresponding to the sphere can be displayed respectively. Specifically, the reserved image display area 711 has eight display areas (first display area X1 to eighth display area X8) capable of displaying the reserved image corresponding to the operation holding ball of the special symbol. .. The first display area X1 corresponds to the hold image of the first hold (hold 1), the second display area X2 corresponds to the hold image of the second hold (hold 2), and the third display area X3 corresponds to the hold 3. The fourth display area X4 corresponds to the hold image of the fourth (hold 3), the fourth display area X4 corresponds to the hold image of the fourth hold (hold 4), and the fifth display area X5 corresponds to the hold of the fifth hold (hold 5). The sixth display area X6 corresponds to the reserved image of the sixth hold (hold 6), the seventh display area X7 corresponds to the hold image of the seventh hold (hold 7), and the eighth display corresponds to the image. The area X8 corresponds to the reserved image of the 8th reserved image (reserved 8). In the figure, for convenience, the reserved image of the first special symbol and the reserved image of the second special symbol are not distinguished and are represented by white circles, but in reality, the reserved image of the first special symbol is represented. It is preferable to adopt a display form in which the reserved image of the second special symbol and the reserved image of the second special symbol can be distinguished from each other.

Here, when the earliest reserved image displayed in the first display area X1 is digested, the reserved image is moved to the changing image display area 712 and displayed as a changing image corresponding to the variable display. (Displayed from the start to the stop of the fluctuation display). Specifically, each time a special symbol operation hold ball is generated, one hold image (hold image of hold 1, hold 2, hold 3 ...) is additionally displayed one by one in order from the first display area X1. Every time the operation hold ball of the special symbol is digested, the changing image displayed in the changing image display area disappears, and the holding image displayed in the holding image display area (hold 1, hold 2, hold 3) is lost. The reserved image) moves toward the left side (changing image display area 712 side) one by one, and the reserved image displayed in the first display area X1 is switched to the changing image and the changing image display area. It is displayed on 712. In the figure, for convenience, the reserved image and the changing image are not distinguished and are represented by white circles, but in reality, a display form in which the reserved image and the changing image can be distinguished from each other is adopted. It is preferable to do so. Here, in the present embodiment, the first special symbol is the subject of the game in the normal gaming state, and the second special symbol is the subject of the game in the time-saving gaming state and the probabilistic gaming state. It does not necessarily display eight reserved images (reserved display area), but may display up to four reserved special symbols that are the main players of the game in each game state.

Here, when the hold change look-ahead effect is executed, among the hold image and the changing image displayed on the hold image display unit 710 based on the result of the above-mentioned preliminary determination, the hold image that is the target of the look-ahead lottery and the hold image. An effect of changing the display mode of the changing image from the normal display mode to the special display mode is displayed. In this embodiment, five types of display modes (display colors) of the reserved image and the digested image are prepared: "white", "blue", "green", "red", and "rainbow color". Among them, "white" is the normal display mode, and "blue", "green", "red", and "rainbow color" are the special display modes. The above five types of display modes are related to the degree of expectation (big hit expectation) that the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit, and are "white" <"blue" <"green" <"red" <"rainbow color". It is set so that the expectation of big hits increases one step at a time in order. In other words, in the case where the result of the winning / failing lottery is "missing", in the case of "big hit", the reserved image or the changing image in the display mode having a high expectation of big hit is selected with high probability. There is. In addition, the reserved image or the changing image of "rainbow color" means the premier holding image or the changing image in which the jackpot winning is confirmed. Therefore, when a "rainbow-colored" reserved image or a changing image appears, or when the image changes to a "rainbow-colored" reserved image or a changing image, the variable display corresponding to the reserved image or the changing image is displayed. It is guaranteed that you will win a big hit. In addition, on the drawing, five kinds of display modes of "white", "blue", "green", "red", and "rainbow color" are added with the names of the above colors in the reserved image or the changing image. Express by doing. That is, on the drawing, the characters "white" are attached to represent the white reserved image or the changing image, and the characters "blue" are attached to represent the blue reserved image or the changing image, and "green". "" To represent a green reserved or fluctuating image, "red" to represent a red reserved or fluctuating image, and "rainbow" to represent a rainbow. Represents a reserved or changing image of color.

The variation effect control means 224 is based on the information (variation pattern information, variation addition information, etc.) included in the variation start command from the main control board 100, and the variation process (effect process) from the variation start to the stop in the variation display of the decorative symbol. ) Is determined by lottery. The variation effect control means 224 holds a plurality of types of variation effect pattern tables that are referred to when selecting a variation effect pattern, and a variation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol from the plurality of types of variation effect pattern tables. ) Corresponds to the variable effect pattern table. Here, while the main fluctuation pattern of the special symbol (for example, "SP reach A" or "SP reach B") is determined on the main control board 100 side, the effect control board 200 side is based on the main fluctuation pattern. Sub-variable patterns of decorative patterns (for example, "SP reach A1, A2 ...", "SP reach A2, A3 ...", etc.) that specify the scenario of the effect display process in detail are determined. The variation effect pattern of the decorative symbol defines a variation display mode of the decorative pattern, that is, a scenario of a series of effect display processes from the start of the variation of the decorative symbol to the end of the variation, and a notice is given at each stage in the display process. The timing at which the production is generated is also defined as a time schedule. In addition, regarding the variation effect pattern of this decorative symbol, even if the variation pattern of the special symbol is the same (even if the variation start command of the same information is received), if the effect modes during the stay are different, they are produced mutually. Variable production patterns with different contents can be selected. That is, the variable effect pattern table is prepared for each effect mode during the stay (in the illustrated example, for convenience, only a common variable effect pattern table that does not depend on the effect mode is prepared).

The decorative symbol control means 225 is decorated based on the information (stop symbol information, game state information) included in the variation start command from the main control board 100 and the above variation effect pattern determined by the variation effect control means 224. The final combination of stopped symbols (left symbol, middle symbol, right symbol) is determined by lottery. Details will be described later, but in this example, three symbol rows including a plurality of types of decorative symbols are configured, and the decorative symbols are formed by, for example, identification elements consisting of numbers and the like. Further, the decorative symbol control means 225 holds a plurality of types of stop symbol pattern tables that are referred to when a combination of stop symbols of decorative symbols (also referred to as “stop symbol pattern”) is determined by lottery. Examples of the plurality of types of tables include a stop symbol pattern table for large hits, a stop symbol pattern table for small hits, a stop symbol pattern table for loss of reach, and a stop symbol pattern table for non-reach loss. The stop symbol of the decorative symbol is formed as a combination of three symbols, and is a "stop symbol indicating a big hit (big hit symbol)", a "stop symbol indicating a small hit (small hit symbol)", and a "stop symbol indicating a miss". (Out-of-order design) ”is included. The jackpot symbol indicating the specific jackpot (probability variation jackpot) is a combination of stop modes (for example, "7, 7, 7") in which three symbols having the same odd number are arranged. The jackpot symbol indicating a normal jackpot (non-probability variable jackpot) is a combination of three stop modes (for example, "2.2.2") in which three identical even-numbered symbols are aligned. The out-of-order symbol is a combination of stop modes (for example, "1 ・ 3 ・ 8") in which at least one of the three symbols is a symbol with a number different from the other numbers. Here, among the out-of-reach symbols, the out-of-reach symbol is a combination of stop modes (for example, "3.1.3") in which only the middle symbol is displaced back and forth by several frames while the left symbol and the right symbol match. Become. In the case of a small hit symbol or a 2R big hit symbol even if it is a big hit symbol, it may be a combination of predetermined stop modes such as "3, 5, 7". Further, when the lottery result is out of reach, a specific result called a so-called "chance eye" may be selected. Further, in the case of performing a temporary stop display before the final stop symbol is confirmed and displayed in a pseudo continuous effect (so-called pseudo-ream) or the like, the temporary stop symbol is selected. When displaying a chance eye or a temporary stop symbol, at least one of the three symbols is replaced with a special decorative symbol that displays characters such as "CHANGE" and "NEXT" for the decorative symbol of the number. May cause you to. The stop order for stopping the decorative symbol is predetermined for each of the following variable effect patterns, and in principle, the left symbol → the right symbol → the middle symbol are stopped in this embodiment. However, if the fluctuation time is set to be extremely short, the left symbol, middle symbol, and right symbol are stopped almost at the same time, and if it is a special variation effect pattern, the right symbol → It is also possible to stop in the order of the middle symbol → the left symbol, and in this case, the jackpot expectation tends to be relatively high.

The advance notice effect control means 226 draws a lottery for the advance notice effect pattern that defines the content of the advance notice effect to be executed at each stage of the change process of the decorative pattern according to the scenario of the change effect pattern determined by the change effect control means 224. Determined by. The notice effect pattern includes an effect pattern for displaying an image of a specific character, an animation, or the like temporarily or stepwise, an effect pattern for outputting a specific sound, an effect pattern for operating a movable accessory, and the like. The notice effect is executed in parallel with the variation display of the decorative symbol, and suggests that the symbol variation has a high jackpot reliability in which the symbol variation is stopped in the jackpot mode. The notice effect includes a notice effect that is executed before the reach state occurs (including the time when the reach occurs) in the process of displaying the variation of the decorative symbol, and a notice effect that is executed after the reach state occurs. Each notice effect has a different jackpot reliability, and basically, the notice effect displayed after the reach occurs has a relatively higher expectation of the jackpot than the notice effect displayed before the reach occurs. It's getting higher. The advance notice effect control means 226 holds the advance notice lottery table referred to when selecting the advance notice effect pattern for each type of advance notice effect, and the advance notice according to the type of the advance notice effect generated according to the scenario of the variable effect pattern. The lottery table is selected. As specific types of notice effects, for example, comment notice effects, background notice effects, SU (step-up) notice effects, logo notice effects, mini character notice effects, group notice effects, character notice effects, etc. are prepared. ing. This advance notice effect is basically performed by synthesizing the display of one or a plurality of advance notice effects with the variable display of the decorative symbol on the effect display device 70. Therefore, even if the decorative pattern is variablely displayed by the same variable effect pattern, it is possible to generate various effect modes by combining with one or a plurality of advance notice effects.

The jackpot effect control means 227 determines the content of the jackpot effect (big hit effect pattern) for notifying that the jackpot game is in progress. The jackpot effect includes a start demo effect that notifies the start of the jackpot game, a round effect that notifies that the round game is in progress, and an end demo effect that notifies the end of the jackpot game. When the jackpot effect determining means 227 receives the jackpot start demo command from the main control board 100, the jackpot effect effect pattern (start demo effect pattern, round effect) is based on the information of the jackpot type stored in the sub-main information storage means 260. Determine the pattern, end demo production pattern). In this jackpot production pattern, the jackpot start demo production time, the round production time (the production time according to the opening pattern of the jackpot 54), and the jackpot end demo production time are set according to the jackpot type, and the jackpot end demo production time is set. A series of production contents are set along the time axis. Further, the jackpot effect determining means 227 executes the start demo effect when the jackpot start demo command is received from the main control board 100 according to the jackpot effect pattern, and each round is triggered by receiving the round effect designation command. The production is executed, and the end demo production is executed when the jackpot end demo command is received. In the jackpot start demo production, for example, the characters "big hit start" are displayed on the screen to announce the start of the jackpot game. Further, in the round effect, for example, the number of rounds currently being executed and the number of winning prize balls are displayed on the screen, and various images (animation images, etc.) that excite the big hit game are displayed. Then, in the big hit end demo production, for example, the characters "big hit end" are displayed on the screen to notify the end of the big hit game.

As described above, the effect controlling means 220 generates image control commands related to images and sounds based on the determined effect contents (look-ahead effect pattern, variable effect pattern, notice effect pattern, stop symbol pattern, jackpot effect pattern, etc.). This is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260.

The lamp control means 230 controls the lighting of the effect lamp, the emission color, and the like according to the effect content set by the effect control means 220. The lamp control means 230 holds a plurality of types of lamp data (lamp pattern data) for controlling the lighting of the effect lamp LP (frame lamp 10, panel lamp 80), and the lamp data corresponding to the determined effect pattern. Is read out, and this lamp control signal (lamp data) is transmitted to the lamp connection board 91.

The accessory control means 240 controls the drive of each movable accessory 24 according to the effect content set by the effect control means 220. The accessory control means 240 holds a plurality of types of drive data for driving and controlling the movable accessory 24, and transmits a drive control signal (drive data) according to the determined effect pattern to the motor driver 92. ..

The error effect control means 250 is configured to determine an error effect pattern when an error effect designation command is received from the main control board 100, and notify the gaming machine that an error state has occurred according to the error effect pattern. There is.

The sub-main information storage means 260 is configured to temporarily store decorative symbol information, variable effect pattern information, notice effect pattern information, control command information, and the like, and is predetermined for storing each information. It has a storage area. For example, in the command storage area, an effect control command buffer for storing an effect control command from the main control board 100, an image control command buffer for storing an image control command to the image control board 300, and an image control board 300. Contains an ACK command buffer to store ACK commands from. Each command buffer is composed of a ring buffer, and can store a predetermined number of effect control commands, image control commands, and ACK commands.

The command transmission / reception means 270 is configured to receive the effect control command transmitted from the main control board 100 and store the effect control command in the effect control command buffer of the sub-main information storage means 260. The command transmission / reception means 270 generates an interrupt based on the input of the above-mentioned strobe signal from the main control board 100, executes reception interrupt processing (details will be described later) of the effect control command, and issues various effect control commands in this interrupt process. It is supposed to get. When the command transmission / reception means 270 receives the strobe signal, the command transmission / reception means 270 performs the reception interrupt processing of this effect control command with priority over other interrupt processing (interrupt processing of priority level 7 or less described later). ing.

Further, the command transmission / reception means 270 is stored in the sub-main information storage means 260 in order to indicate the execution of the effect contents (variable effect pattern information, notice effect pattern information, decorative pattern information, etc.) set by the effect control means 220. The transmitted image control command is transmitted to the image control board 300 by the serial communication method. As a general rule, the image control command is transmitted every predetermined cycle (500 μs in this example) according to the order set in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260. As a result, the image control board 300 analyzes various image control commands transmitted from the effect control board 200, and causes the effect display device 70 to variablely display the effect image including the decorative pattern according to the scenario of the variable effect pattern. , The notice effect is displayed in the form of being superimposed on the effect of the symbol variation at each stage of the variation display process. Further, the command transmission / reception means 270 receives the ACK command transmitted from the image control board 300, and stores the ACK command in the ACK command buffer of the sub-main information storage means 260.

[Various productions]
As described above, the pachinko gaming machine PM having such a configuration is configured so that various gaming effects are controlled and executed by the effect control board 200 according to the progress of the game and the like. In the following, among various game effects, the main effect contents in each effect mode will be described. In the present embodiment, as a plurality of types of effect modes, a normal effect mode, a time saving effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, and a pullback effect mode are prepared, and the game effect is configured to be executed according to each effect mode. There is. In the following, for convenience, in the operation hold ball of the special symbol, the operation hold ball for which the result of the hit / fail judgment (or the advance judgment) is a big hit is "big hit hold", and the result of the hit / fail judgment (or the advance judgment) is the operation hold. The ball is also referred to as "off hold", and the operation hold ball in which the result of the hit / fail judgment (or the preliminary judgment result) is a small hit is also called "small hit hold". Further, the operation holding ball that becomes the execution trigger of the look-ahead notice effect (the target of the look-ahead notice lottery) is also referred to as "trigger hold".

<Normal production mode>
In the normal effect mode, the playability is left-handed aiming at the first starting port 51, and the variation display of the first special symbol is mainly performed. This normal effect mode is configured as a battle mode in which a friendly character plays against an enemy character. That is, when the production mode is the normal production mode and the variable display of the first special symbol develops into SP reach, the battle production (called "first battle production") in which the ally character plays against the enemy character and decides the victory or defeat. ) Is executed. This first battle effect is mainly due to the fact that the normal effect mode (normal game state) is a game in which the game ball is entered into the first starting port 51 by left-handed to display the variation of the first special symbol. It is performed for the variable display of the first special symbol.

FIG. 15 is a time chart for explaining the flow of the first battle effect. In the figure, (A) corresponds to "2R long open jackpot 1 (big hit with time reduction)", and (B) in the figure corresponds to "2R long open jackpot 2 (big hit without time reduction)" in the figure (C). ) Corresponds to "off". In this first battle effect, the variable display of the symbol and the big hit game are connected by a continuous series of effects, and the SP reach effect (battle reach effect) developed during the variable display of the symbol is at the end of the big hit game. It is a production that makes it look as if the big hit medium production (during the big hit game) is simulated as the latter half of the SP reach production.

As described above, the above-mentioned first battle effect is composed of a battle first half effect executed during the variable display of the first special symbol and a battle second half effect executed during the jackpot game. The first half of the battle production starts when the SP reach is developed during the fluctuation display, and ends when the fluctuation display stops. After the first half of the battle is finished, if it develops into the second half of the battle, the big hit will be definite at that point. In other words, the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit, and the first half of the battle can be executed regardless of the deviation (variable patterns "SP reach A (failure)", "SP reach A (victory)", "SP reach A (defeat)". ) However, it develops into the second half of the battle only when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit (variable patterns "SP reach A (win)", "SP reach A (defeat)"). The second half of the battle will be directed during the big hit game (big hit start demo, round game, big hit end demo). Then, the type of the jackpot of the first special symbol (whether or not the time is shortened) is suggested or notified to the player according to the effect result (win or lose of the battle) of the second half of the battle. Specifically, when the production result of the first battle production is a victory, it is confirmed that this big hit is a "big hit with a reduced working hours (2R long open big hit)", and basically, after the big hit game is over. The game state of is shifted to the short-time game state. On the other hand, if the production result of the first battle production is defeated, it is confirmed that this jackpot is "a jackpot without shortening of working hours (2R long open jackpot 2)", and basically, the game after the jackpot game is completed. The state shifts to the normal gaming state. That is, in the first battle effect, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol is a big hit, whether or not to enter the time-saving game state (time-saving effect mode) as the game state after the end of the big hit game. That is, it suggests or notifies whether or not it is possible to break through the first barrier, which will be described later, according to the production result (win or lose of the battle) of the second half of the battle. In addition, there are two types of fluctuation patterns that will develop in the latter half of the battle ("SP reach A (victory), (defeat)"), but this is whether or not the type of jackpot to be executed will be shortened. This is to determine whether or not the production control means 220 may select what is feasible in the advance notice production before the reach development during the change of the special symbol or in the first half of the battle, depending on the result of the fluctuation pattern lottery. be.

In this embodiment, a plurality of types of production patterns are prepared for the second half of the battle production (big hit middle production), and the degree of expectation that the result of the battle production will be a victory according to the content of this production pattern (time saving big hit winning). Expectation) is suggested or notified. In the following, the production patterns A to D will be illustrated as the above-mentioned battle second half production (big hit middle production). The production pattern A is (a) a production in which the enemy character becomes dominant in the big hit start demo to the first round, and (b) immediately after the ally character and the enemy character attack at the same time in the second round to the big hit end demo. The content is such that the button branch effect (result notification) of is generated. In the production pattern B, (a) the production in which the ally character and the enemy character compete with each other in the big hit start demo to the first round, and (b) the ally character and the enemy character simultaneously in the second round to the big hit end demo. The content is such that a button branch effect (result notification) is generated immediately after the attack. The effect pattern C is (a) a production in which the ally character becomes dominant in the big hit start demo to the first round, and (b) a button branch effect immediately after the ally character attacks in the second round to the big hit end demo (b). Result notification) is generated. The production pattern D is (a) a production in which the enemy character becomes dominant in the first round from the big hit start demo, and (b) a production in which the ally character becomes dominant in the second round to the big hit end demo. The content is such that a button branch effect (result notification) occurs immediately after an ally character attacks. In this embodiment, in the production patterns A to D of the second half of the battle, the expectation that the ally character wins in the order of production pattern A <production pattern B <production pattern C <production pattern D (expectation of winning a big hit with a short time). Is set to be high. As another effect pattern, the variation display is a jackpot with a time reduction of the first special symbol (2R long open jackpot 1), and the jackpot hold of the first special symbol exists in the subsequent operation hold ball. (Condition that the reserved inner villa, which will be described later, is established), an effect pattern E in which the ally character overwhelms the enemy character may be prepared. That is, it can be said that this effect pattern E is an effect of the reserved inner villa that announces that the reserved inner villa has been established. When this effect pattern E is selected, as the first battle effect described above, the previous jackpot (at the time of the reach development of the variable display or at the start of the jackpot game) and the subsequent jackpot (executed by digesting the jackpot hold). A series of special movies may be played as a special effect until the end of the variable display or the end of the big hit game). In addition, as a modification of the big hit middle production (second half battle production), unlike the normal start demo production, the message etc. notifying the start of the big hit game is not displayed in the big hit start demo, and it is normal during the round game. Unlike the round effect of, the number of rounds, the right-handed instruction, the number of winning prize balls, etc. may not be displayed. In addition, in the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display and the stop display of the decorative symbol are reduced to the edge of the screen, and the decorative symbol is simulated even during the big hit game (at least during the round game). It is preferable to display a variable display or a stop display. The type of decorative symbol (design identification element: color, character, number, shape, etc.) may be different between the variable display of the decorative symbol and the jackpot effect.

In addition, in the round game from the first round to the second round, in conjunction with or independently of the above-mentioned first battle effect, a predetermined effect mode is set when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54. A large winning opening ball entry effect that occurs or changes may be executed. This large winning opening ball entry effect is that a predetermined execution condition is satisfied when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54 or based on the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 54. It is executed as an opportunity. In the large winning opening ball entry effect, when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, a predetermined cut-in image is displayed on the screen. The display mode (for example, color, shape, size) of this cut-in image is determined by a predetermined change condition (winning a change lottery or a change table) according to the game ball entering the large winning opening 54. It is possible to change in stages (step up is possible) when the number of balls entered is detected, etc.), and based on the display mode, the winning expectation of the big hit with a short time (expectation that the ally character wins) It is configured to suggest or inform. As a modification thereof, the big winning opening ball entry effect may be executed only in a specific round (second round) instead of all rounds. Further, as a further modification, the large winning opening ball entry effect is executed only at the final entry timing of the game ball in the second round (final round) (basically, the entry timing of the tenth ball). It may be a thing.

The above-mentioned large winning opening ball entry effect is basically executed based on the entry of a game ball into the large winning opening 54, but as an effect suggesting a big hit winning with a short time, the large winning opening entry In addition to the ball effect, the back button effect (hidden button effect) is generated when the player operates the effect button 15 during the execution of the jackpot effect during a predetermined period such as the second round from the start demo during the big hit. It may be configured as. This back button effect is executed when the effect button 15 is operated during a predetermined period or at a predetermined timing without explicitly prompting the player to input the operation of the effect button 15. It is a production to get. In the present embodiment, in order to execute the back button effect, it is preferable to include an effect operation device in which an operation button is arranged on an operation lever that can be tilted back and forth. This effect operation device is configured to include an operation lever provided on the front side of the glass frame 5 and capable of tilting back and forth, and an operation button provided on the upper portion of the operation lever and capable of being pressed. When the operation button is operated at a specific timing after the big hit or the operation lever is tilted and the back button effect is started, it is great if the meter can be stored by pressing the button on the screen. The message "Opportunity has occurred" is displayed. The meter image is displayed near the edge of the screen so as not to interfere with the main production (battle production). This meter image is formed, for example, in a horizontally long strip shape, and a predetermined number of scales are attached to the inside thereof. In this back button effect, each time the player operates the operation button, the number of meters is increased by one scale or the scale of the number of meters is repeatedly maintained, and when the number of meters reaches a predetermined number, it is large. The execution conditions for the chance production will be satisfied. As an example, this big chance effect occurs at the timing of the winning branch, and the player tilts the operation lever from the notification mode of the effect result based on the operation of the operation button that is normally displayed when the big chance effect is not executed. By doing so, the effect result (whether or not the jackpot with a short time is won) is notified. As the premier voice, if the voice generated when the number of meters increases is a special sound, or if the voice generated when the number of meters reaches a predetermined number is a definite sound, the time is shortened at that time. It is definite that you won the big hit. However, even if the jackpot with time reduction is won, the premier voice may not be generated. In that case, as described above, whether or not the jackpot with time reduction is won at the timing when the operation lever is tilted. Is preferably suggested or notified.

If the game ball enters the large winning opening 54 and the large winning opening opening is detected at the timing detected by the large winning opening switch 541, the interval at which the game ball is launched and the large winning opening 54 are reached. Because there is a possibility that the detection timing of the game ball on the big prize opening switch 541 may shift and the tempo of the production may deteriorate due to the change in the moving speed by the game nail or the guidance to the non-entry position. A storage device capable of storing a specified number of game balls (up to 10 game balls) is provided at the position after the detection of the large prize opening switch 541 inside the game, and the game balls entered in the large prize opening 54 in each round game. May be temporarily stopped by the storage device, and the stopped game balls may be released at once or at regular intervals during the interval period between each round, the big hit end demonstration period, and the like. In addition, in order to further enhance the effect of the large winning opening ball entry effect, it is preferable that the storage device is configured to be visible to the player.

Further, in the present embodiment, the changing image (digested pending image) suggesting or notifying the jackpot expectation in the variable display is continuously displayed even during the execution of the jackpot game. That is, the above-mentioned changing image is continuously displayed from the start of the variable display to the end of the jackpot game. The changing image displayed during the execution of the jackpot game is limited to the changing image that is the target of the look-ahead notice effect (pending change effect). That is, this fluctuating image is targeted for a reserved image (a reserved image that has undergone at least one pending change) that has been subject to pre-reading notice and has been switched to a fluctuating image due to pending digestion. Here, the display color of the changing image (first display format) suggests or informs the jackpot expectation, while the shape of the changing image (second display format) is the winning expectation of the battle effect (second display format). Suggestion or notification of winning expectation of big hit with time reduction). That is, while the display color of the fluctuating image is an element that mainly suggests or informs the jackpot expectation during the fluctuation display, the shape of the fluctuating image is mainly the jackpot type (big hit with time reduction) during the jackpot game. , No time saving jackpot) is an element that suggests or informs. It is preferable that the shape of the changing image changes at at least one of the following timings: the variable display is being executed, the variable display is stopped, and the jackpot game is being executed. As a modification, it may be configured to suggest or notify the jackpot expectation and the victory expectation of the battle effect only by the display color of the changing image. In that case, the display color (for example, white, blue, green, red, rainbow color) for suggesting or notifying the jackpot expectation and the winning expectation of the battle production are suggested so that the two can be clearly distinguished. Alternatively, it is preferable that the display color for notifying (for example, purple, orange, gold) is composed of a different color.

≪Pre-reading notice production≫
Further, when the effect mode is the normal effect mode, it is configured so that a predetermined look-ahead advance notice effect can be executed. The look-ahead notice effect is an effect that suggests or notifies the possibility of a big hit winning or a high-expectation effect over one or more variable displays before the operation hold ball to be read-ahead lottery is digested. Is. When the effect mode is the normal effect mode, the lottery execution condition for the look-ahead notice effect is that at least one or more operation-holding balls of the first special symbol are present. Here, when there are two or more big hit holds in the operation hold balls of the plurality of first special symbols, the previous big hit hold (first big hit hold) is subject to the look-ahead notice lottery. Later big hit hold (second and subsequent big hit hold) is excluded from the pre-reading notice lottery. That is, when the operation holding ball of the first special symbol is generated based on the game ball entering the first starting port 51 and the pre-reading notice lottery is executed for the operation holding ball, the lottery target If there is an operation-reserved ball that is scheduled to be digested before the operation-reserved ball (regardless of whether or not the time is shortened), the look-ahead notice lottery will not be conducted. The reason is that when a big hit occurs in the first special symbol, the profit obtained differs depending on the game state at the time of winning the big hit (because the number of times of time saving operation is different), for example, there is a time saving of the preceding operation holding ball. If the jackpot hold (2R long open jackpot 1) and the subsequent operation hold ball is a jackpot hold with no time reduction (2R long open jackpot 2), a jackpot will occur due to the digestion of the preceding action hold ball. When the game state after the end of the big hit game shifts to the time-saving game state, the subsequent operation hold ball is promoted to the big hit hold with time reduction (per accident where 100 times of time reduction is given), and the advance notice effect is notified. This is because there may be a discrepancy between the content and the actual jackpot profit. The reason why it does not matter whether the preceding operation hold ball is a big hit with a reduction of working hours is that the pre-reading notice lottery is restricted only when the preceding operation hold ball is a big hit with a reduction of working hours (2R long open jackpot 1). Then, when a big hit occurs in the variable display executed by digesting the preceding activated reserved ball, the reserved image related to the subsequent activated reserved ball is confirmed as a big hit (for example, rainbow). This is because even if the image is changed to a color hold image), the fact that the variation display is a big hit with no time reduction will be noticed first, and the effect during the big hit will be uninteresting.

(Directed by the pending villa)
Further, when the effect mode is the normal effect mode, it is possible to execute the hold inner villa effect (look-ahead notice effect) that suggests or notifies that the hold inner villa has been established. When the result of the hit / fail judgment executed based on the digestion of the preceding operation hold ball is a big hit, the hold inner consecutive villa ends the big hit game after the hit / fail judgment related to the operation hold ball is permitted. It is a profit state in which an operation hold ball that is expected to be a big hit exists in one or more subsequent operation hold balls that exist at a predetermined timing until time. In addition, in this embodiment, it is configured so that the hold inner consecutive villa effect can be executed regardless of staying in any of the effect modes.

When the hold inner consecutive villa effect is executed when the effect mode is the normal effect mode, the operation hold ball of the first special symbol is the target of the hold inner consecutive villa. That is, it is a condition that the preceding operation hold ball to be digested first is the jackpot hold of the first special symbol, and the jackpot hold (trigger hold) of the first special symbol is present in the subsequent action hold ball. do. Here, when the holding inner villa is established while staying in the normal production mode, that is, the preceding operation holding ball (big hit hold) and the subsequent operation hold ball (big hit hold) are digested respectively. As a result, if multiple jackpots occur in a short period of time, it is possible to execute a pending in-house consecutive villa production (called "special continuous production") in which these multiple jackpots are connected as a continuous series of productions. Is. That is, this special continuous effect includes a variable display executed when the preceding operation hold ball (big hit hold) is digested, a big hit game executed when this variable display becomes a big hit, and a subsequent operation hold. It connects the variable display executed by digesting the sphere (big hit hold) as a series of continuous effects. In addition, when the fluctuation display related to the preceding operation hold ball and the fluctuation display related to the subsequent operation hold ball are sandwiched between the fluctuation display of one or more times (when there is one or more loss hold). In, a special continuous effect is executed so as to straddle the out-of-order variation display (the out-of-order variation display is also configured as a part of the special continuous effect). In the following, for convenience of explanation, the fluctuation display executed based on the digestion of the preceding operation hold ball (big hit hold) is "previous jackpot fluctuation display", and the subsequent operation hold ball (big hit hold) is digested. The variable display executed based on this is also referred to as "later jackpot variable display".

This special continuous production is the special production pattern of the first battle production described above, and is the production content in which the ally character is revived after being defeated by the enemy character in the latter half of the battle production, and finally wins. In the present embodiment, as an execution condition of the special continuous effect, it is a condition that "a big hit with a time reduction (2R long open big hit 1)" occurs in the preceding big hit fluctuation display. In other words, it is a condition that the jackpot type of the preceding operation hold ball is "reduced working hours jackpot (2R long open jackpot 1)". As mentioned above, when the production mode is the normal production mode, if you win a big hit with a short time, you will be on your side in the first battle production that is normally performed across the variable display and the big hit game. The content is such that the character simply wins. On the other hand, in the special continuous production, when the above execution conditions are satisfied (when a big hit with a time reduction occurs in the previous big hit fluctuation display), the previous big hit fluctuation display and the later big hit fluctuation display are performed. In the special battle production, the ally character is once defeated by the enemy character, then revived and finally wins. In other words, in the first half of the special continuous production, the ally character will play against the enemy character and be defeated (fall to the ground) using the production scale from the time of the reach development of the previous jackpot fluctuation display to the end of the jackpot game. It consists of the contents of the flow. In the latter half of the special continuous production, using the production scale from the end of the above jackpot game to the end of the subsequent jackpot fluctuation display, the ally character revives and performs a special move to win the enemy character. It consists of the contents of the flow. Here, the first 4 fluctuations of the time-saving game state executed after the "time-saving big hit (2R long open big hit 1)" which is the big hit of the destination won in the normal game state limits the selection state of the fluctuation pattern to the limited frequency state. As a result, a short-time fluctuation (for example, only a 3-second fluctuation) is selected in the case of a loss regardless of whether or not there is a jackpot hold, and the shortest jackpot fluctuation is selected in the case of a jackpot. It is possible to shorten the production period of the latter half of the work. In addition, the special continuous production by the holding inner consecutive villa is not always carried out when there is a big hit hold in the subsequent hold, but when the production lottery (special continuous production execution lottery) is won, or the previous "time saving big hit" (2R long open jackpot 1) ”can be executed when it is a symbol that triggers the transition to the limited frequency state described above, and when the special continuous effect is not executed, it is promoted by the promotion lottery effect shown later. The big hit notification shall be executed by the production of the aspect.

<Time saving production mode>
Next, in the time-saving effect mode, the playability is right-handed aiming at the second starting port 52, and the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly performed. This time-saving effect mode is a training mode in which a teammate character challenges various trainings and suggests or notifies a jackpot type according to the result of the training. That is, if the player develops into reach by the variable display of the second special symbol while staying in the time saving effect mode, the SP reach effect in which the ally character challenges the mission (predetermined training) given by the master is executed. In this time-saving effect mode, the jackpot type of the second special symbol is suggested or notified according to the effect result (training success, training failure) of this SP reach effect. That is, at the end of the reach production (at the end of the variable display), if the predetermined training is successful, the "high profit jackpot (10R long open jackpot)" is confirmed, and if the predetermined training fails, the "low profit jackpot (2R short)" is confirmed. Open jackpot) ”is confirmed. That is, in this reach effect, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit, whether or not to enter the probabilistic game state (probability change effect mode) as the game state after the end of the big hit game, that is, Whether or not it is possible to break through the second barrier, which will be described later, is suggested or notified according to the effect result (result of training) of the reach effect. In addition, if it develops into reach (SP reach production) during the variable display of the second special symbol, it is confirmed that the jackpot (conditional specific jackpot) was won regardless of the result of training (success, failure). Basically, it is planned to shift to the most advantageous state (probability changing game state) on condition that the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game. However, when the 2R short-open jackpot is won, the effect of failing in the prescribed training occurs and the game shifts to the most advantageous game state because of the effect result of the reach effect (failure effect) and the game state of the destination (most). There is a possibility that the impression given to the player may be worsened due to the unnaturalness remaining between the player and the (advantageous game state). Therefore, if you win the 2R short-open jackpot, you will be forced to enter a special training zone (training zone EXTRA) immediately after failing the prescribed training, and the probabilistic effect mode (renso mode) described below will be executed. In, you may perform an effect as if you were staying in a special training zone (training zone EXTRA) until the first battle occurs.

≪Promotion lottery production≫
Here, when the effect mode is the time-saving effect mode, the normal effect mode (normal game) is used in the variable display of a predetermined number of times immediately after shifting from the normal effect mode to the time-saving effect mode (several rotations immediately after entering the time-saving effect mode). There is a high possibility that the operation holding ball of the first special symbol generated in the state) remains, and when the remaining holding is digested in this time saving effect mode and the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, the said It is possible to execute a promotion lottery effect that suggests or notifies the promotion of the jackpot of the first special symbol. In other words, when the effect mode enters the time-saving effect mode, the ball enters an easy-to-enter state in which the electric chew support function is activated, and the right-handed playability mainly aimed at entering the game ball into the second starting port 52. However, immediately after entering the time saving effect mode, there is a high possibility that the operation holding ball of the first special symbol generated in the normal effect mode remains, and in that case, the number immediately after entering the time saving effect mode. Since the big hit of the first special symbol (so-called accident hit) will occur within the rotation, it seems that the number of time-saving operations given when this accident hit occurs has increased (promoted) from 70 times to 100 times. By showing it to the player, the player's expectation for the occurrence of a big hit is not betrayed. The predetermined number of times is "4 times" as the number of times of variation display of the special symbol. This is the variable display number corresponding to four, which is the maximum number of operation holding balls of the first special symbol. Therefore, in the variation display of the first special symbol for a predetermined number of times (4 rotations) immediately after entering the time reduction effect mode, a promotion lottery effect is executed to encourage whether or not to promote the time reduction operation number during the variation display. It has become. In this promotion lottery effect, an image suggesting or notifying that "promotion lottery is in progress" (for example, a band image in which "promotion lottery is in progress" is described at the edge of the screen) is displayed on the screen. On the other hand, in the variable display after the fifth rotation in the time saving effect mode, even if the variable display of the first special symbol is performed based on the game ball entering the first starting port 51, it is promoted by the variable display. The lottery effect is not executed. However, if the variable display (variable display of the first special symbol) becomes a big hit, a promotion lottery effect is executed on the variable display, and this accident hit is promoted to a big hit (the number of time-saving operations given by the big hit). It is preferable to show it as promotion).

In addition, it is preferable to execute the promotion lottery effect as a variable effect or a notice effect as the effect type. When the promotion lottery effect is executed as a variable effect, the variable pattern selection state is set to the special selection state (limited frequency state) only for the variable display of the predetermined number of times (4 rotations immediately after shifting to the time saving game state) for executing the promotion lottery effect. It is preferable to switch to. As a modification thereof, the background image corresponding to the promotion lottery effect may be displayed by internally switching to another effect mode (effect stage) a predetermined number of times (4 rotations) for executing the promotion lottery effect. On the other hand, when the promotion lottery effect is executed as the advance notice effect, only the variable display of the predetermined number of times (4 rotations immediately after shifting to the time-saving game state) for executing the promotion lottery effect has a high probability (100% is optimal) in the advance notice lottery process. ) Shall be the specification that determines the execution of the promotion lottery effect. In addition, when the promotion lottery effect is executed because the fluctuation display after the 5th rotation becomes a big hit in the 1st special symbol, the pre-reading is performed by referring to the pre-judgment information (pre-judgment information of success / failure) of the 1st special symbol. It is preferable to determine whether or not the lottery effect can be executed. In addition, in the situation where there are no four operation-reserved balls of the first special symbol at the time of transition to the time-saving game state, when the operation-reserved ball related to the second special symbol occurs, if it is off, the same as the first special symbol. The effect of is executed, and if it is a hit, a special effect may be executed, or the second in the normal time-saving game state (selection state of the variation pattern table 2).
It may be the same as the production related to the special symbol.

≪Notice production≫
Further, when the effect mode is the time-saving effect mode, the frequency of occurrence of various advance notice effects is configured to be different depending on the type of the ally character selected by the player. In the present embodiment, for example, three types of ally characters X1 to X3 are prepared, and the player can select a favorite ally character from the three types of ally characters X1 to X3 displayed on the screen. Is. The ally character X1 is a look-ahead advance notice-oriented type character, and is set so that the execution frequency of the look-ahead notice effect is relatively high as compared with the case where another ally character is selected. The ally character B is a character that emphasizes button advance notice, and is set so that the execution frequency of the button advance notice effect is relatively high as compared with the case where another ally character is selected. The ally character C is a one-shot notification type character, and is set so that the execution frequency of the advance notice effect is relatively low as compared with the case where another ally character is selected (the advance notice effect is completely reduced). It may not be executed). As a modification, the ally character and the advance notice effect type may be individually selected so that the combination of the ally character and the advance notice effect type can be set to suit the player's preference. This selection effect of the ally character is executed at the end of the big hit game (big hit end demo), which is performed when the first hit occurs (the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol becomes a big hit in the normal game state). .. The demo time of this jackpot end demo is set to a relatively long time as compared with the jackpot end demo at the time of consecutive villas in order to secure the selection time of the ally character. The ally character selected here is also inherited in the probabilistic effect mode described later. When the first hit occurs, if you win the execution of the special continuous production that is the above-mentioned reserved inner consecutive villa production, if you set the selection time at the end demo production at the big hit of the first hit, the appearance of the production will be worse, so follow It may be possible to select from the final round (second round) to the end demo period of the jackpot, or it may be set to a predetermined default character (character A) without setting a selection time. May be good.

<Probability change production mode>
Next, in the probabilistic effect mode, the playability is right-handed aiming at the second starting port 52, and the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly performed. The probabilistic effect mode is configured as a battle mode in which a friendly character plays against an enemy character. That is, when the effect mode is the probabilistic effect mode, if the variable display of the second special symbol develops into SP reach, the ally character plays against the enemy character and decides the victory or defeat (called "second battle effect"). ) Is executed. This second battle effect is mainly due to the fact that the probabilistic effect mode (probability change game state) is a game in which the game ball is entered into the second starting port 52 by right-handed and the second special symbol is variablely displayed. It is performed for the variable display of the second special symbol.

FIG. 16 is a schematic diagram showing a basic screen in the probability variation effect mode. When the effect mode is the probabilistic effect mode and the second special symbol changes to reach, the second battle effect in which the ally character plays against the enemy character is executed. In this embodiment, the jackpot winning is definite when the SP reach (second battle effect) is developed during the execution of the variable display of the second special symbol. Then, according to the effect result (win, defeat) of the second battle effect notified during this SP reach, the jackpot type of the second special symbol is suggested or notified. That is, when the ally character wins the enemy character, the "high profit jackpot (10R long open jackpot)" is confirmed, and when the ally character is defeated by the enemy character, the "low profit jackpot (2R short open jackpot)" is confirmed.

In this embodiment, since the limit function is installed, it is possible to acquire five probabilistic jackpots until the number of probabilistic jackpots reaches a predetermined upper limit (limit number of times), but from the non-probability changing gaming state. Since the number of probabilistic jackpots is counted as one when the jackpot that triggered the transition to the probabilistic gaming state occurs, the second jackpot is the remaining four jackpots after the transition from the non-probabilistic gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. It is a specification that causes a battle effect. In the present embodiment, when the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state, the probability variation continuation rate is designed to be 100%, so that a total of four second battle effects are generated before the limit function is activated. It is extremely easy to make it. In this second battle production, four enemy characters are set as opponents of the ally character, and a brute force battle with four enemy characters is prepared through a total of four second battle productions. .. That is, in each second battle production, the ally character plays against one of the four enemy characters, and each time plays against a different enemy character.

As shown in FIG. 16, when the effect mode is the probabilistic effect mode, regardless of whether or not the variation display is the variation display that triggers the big hit winning (the variation display that triggers the battle reach). All the opponents are always displayed on the screen, and the player can recognize the battle combination (competition order) in the consecutive villas by looking at the screen. Specifically, in the upper area of the screen, in order from left to right, the first opponent (enemy character A), the second opponent (enemy character B), and the third opponent (enemy character C). The fourth opponent (enemy character D) is displayed, and the character "NEXT" is displayed on the next opponent (enemy character A in the illustrated example). That is, when the variable display develops into a battle reach, a second battle effect with the opponent on which the characters "NEXT" are displayed occurs. The battle combinations (competition order) are basically set randomly.

≪Pre-reading notice production≫
Further, when the effect mode is the probabilistic effect mode, the look-ahead advance notice effect that encourages whether or not the second battle effect occurs can be executed. This look-ahead notice effect is an effect that suggests or informs the possibility that a second battle effect may occur in the variable display from the next time onward by the ally character or the enemy character (next opponent) uttering a predetermined line. .. As a production pattern of this look-ahead notice effect, as shown in FIG. 16, a dialogue pattern A in which a friendly character on the screen utters a line and a dialogue pattern B in which an enemy character (next opponent) on the screen utters a dialogue. There is. In the present embodiment, the case where the line pattern A is executed (when the ally character utters the line) is better than the case where the line pattern B is executed (when the enemy character utters the line). It is set so that the expectation that the second battle effect will occur is high in the variable display executed when the target operation holding ball (trigger holding) is digested. In addition, in this pre-reading notice lottery, the probability of winning the pre-reading notice lottery is higher when the result of the pre-reading notice lottery is "big hit" than when the result of the pre-judgment is "missing", and the result of the pre-reading notice lottery is "design". The selection rate of dialogue pattern A (highly expected look-ahead notice production pattern) is higher in the case of "design C (10R long open jackpot)" than in the case of "D (2R short open jackpot)". It has been set. As an example of the effect, when the trigger hold is generated as the fourth operation hold ball (fourth hold image H4), the change display before the change (three trigger hold) is used to digest the trigger hold. Dialogue pattern B is selected in the variable display when the image is held on the eye), and the variable display before the two fluctuations in which the trigger hold is digested (variable display when the trigger hold becomes the second reserved image). The dialogue pattern B is selected, and the dialogue pattern A is selected in the fluctuation display (variation display when the trigger hold becomes the first hold image) before one change in which the trigger hold is exhausted.

<Pull-back effect mode>
Next, in the pull-back effect mode, the game is right-handed aiming at the second starting port 52, and the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly performed. This pull-back effect mode is an effect mode in which the wandering mode or the training zone is selectively set according to the battle results of the previous probabilistic effect mode (battle mode). In addition, this pullback effect mode has a relatively high probability (6 in this example) in the fluctuation display of a predetermined number of times (pullback period: 100 rotations) set in the high base state.
It is an effect mode that can be returned to the probabilistic effect mode at 5%). That is, even if the limit function is activated and the probabilistic effect mode ends, a big hit can be generated and the game ball can be entered into the specific area 548 during the big hit game by the time the pullback effect mode ends. Then, it becomes possible to pull back the probabilistic effect mode again. The above-mentioned battle result is the battle result (the number of times that the ally character wins the enemy character) of the second battle production four times in total in the probability variation production mode. In other words, the above-mentioned battle record is the number of times a high-profit jackpot (10R long open jackpot) is won before reaching the limit. In this pullback effect mode, if the battle record is 3 wins or more, the mode shifts to the wandering mode, and if the battle record is 2 wins or less, the training mode shifts to the special training mode. At this time, if the next big hit occurs while staying in the wandering mode and the mode shifts to the probabilistic effect mode, a battle combination different from the previous one is set when the mode shifts to the probabilistic effect mode (previous enemy character). New enemy characters E to H different from A to D are set). On the other hand, if the next big hit occurs while staying in the special training mode and the mode shifts to the probabilistic effect mode, the same battle combination as the previous time is set when the mode shifts to the probabilistic effect mode (the same enemy character as the previous time). A to D are set).

Next, the game flow of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 9. As described above, FIG. 9 is a transition diagram of the gaming state and the effect mode in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, a normal game state, a time-saving game state, and a probabilistic game state are set as a plurality of types of game states.

First, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the frequency of entering the game ball into the first starting port 51 is set higher than the frequency of entering the game ball into the second starting port 52. By hitting left (by launching the game ball aiming at the left area PA1), the game ball is made to enter the first starting port 51, and the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol (variation display of the first special symbol) is mainly performed. It becomes a game to be executed. In this normal game state, when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol becomes a big hit, "2R long open big hit 1" is generated with a probability of 33% and "2R long open big hit 2" is 67 as the big hit type. It occurs with a probability of%. At this time, regardless of whether "2R long open jackpot 1" or "2R long open jackpot 2" is won, the game ball is entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game (the right to shift to the probability change is obtained). This is extremely difficult, but in either case, it is possible to obtain a ball (200 shots) for two rounds. Here, when the "2R long open jackpot 1" is won, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is set to the reduced working hours gaming state (first advantageous gaming state). On the other hand, when the "2R long open jackpot 2" is won, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is set to the normal gaming state again. That is, when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is a big hit, the transition probability (time saving rush rate) to the time saving gaming state (first advantageous gaming state) is set to about 33%, and the normal gaming state is entered. The transition probability is set to about 67%. As a result, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, as the first barrier, by subtracting "2R long open jackpot 1 (big hit with time reduction)", it is possible to shift to the time saving gaming state (advantageous gaming state). The game is advanced aiming. Then, when the first barrier is breached (when the 2R long open jackpot 1 is won), the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game enters the reduced working hours gaming state (first advantageous gaming state).

Subsequently, when the gaming state shifts to the reduced working hours gaming state (first advantageous gaming state), the electric chew support function is activated to increase the ease of entering the gaming ball into the second starting port 52, so that the game is hit right (right side). (By launching the game ball aiming at the area PA2), the game ball is made to enter the second starting port 52, and the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol (variation display of the second special symbol) is independently executed. Become a sex. At this time, the time-saving game state is continued until the number of times the change of the special symbol is displayed reaches 70 times, counting from the end of the big hit game. Therefore, when the number of times of variation display of the special symbol reaches 70 times without the next big hit in the time-saving game state, the time-saving game state ends and the game falls to the normal game state. Here, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol becomes a big hit in the time-saving game state, as the big hit type, "10R long open big hit" is won with a probability of 50%, and "2".
There is a 50% chance of winning the "R short open jackpot". If you win the "10R long open jackpot", you can actually get 10 rounds worth of balls (1000 shots), but if you win the "2R short open jackpot", the opening time per 1R is about. Since it is 2 seconds, it is extremely difficult to obtain the actual number of balls (200 shots) for 2 rounds, and the expected value of the balls is about 50 to 70. On the other hand, regardless of whether the "10R long open jackpot" or the "2R short open jackpot" is won, basically, the game ball is entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game (the right of probability change transition is given). (Obtain) is possible, and the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is set to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state). That is, in the present embodiment, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit in the time-saving gaming state, the entry rate to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) is set to substantially 100%. As a result, in this time-saving game state, as the second barrier, by the time the number of times of variation display of the special symbol reaches 70 times (by the end of the time-saving game state), a big hit is made in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol. The game is advanced with the aim of acquiring it and shifting to the probabilistic game state after the end of the big hit game. Then, when the second barrier is breached (when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol becomes a big hit), the game state after the end of the big hit game enters the probabilistic game state (the most advantageous game state).

In this embodiment, the jackpot probability in the time-saving gaming state is set to "about 1/96", and the probability of winning a conditional specific jackpot (equivalent to a probabilistic jackpot) in the second special symbol is set to "100/100". Therefore, in this time-saving gaming state, the probability of deriving a big hit in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol by the time the number of times of variation display of the special symbol reaches 70 times, that is, the probability of shifting to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state). The probability of drawing a big hit is set to "about 52%".

Further, as described above, the present embodiment is equipped with a limit function that limits the number of probable change jackpots up to a predetermined upper limit. Therefore, when the gaming state is the reduced working hours gaming state, the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol becomes a big hit, and the probabilistic gaming state is triggered by the game ball entering the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game. When the transition to the probabilistic game state is decided, the limit counter (the number of probable change jackpots) becomes "1 time", and thereafter, it becomes possible to continuously perform the jackpot that triggers the transition to the probabilistic game state with "5 times" as the upper limit. ..

Subsequently, when the gaming state shifts to the probabilistic gaming state, the electric chew support function is activated and the ease of entering the gaming ball into the second starting port 52 is increased, as in the above-mentioned time-saving gaming state. (By launching the game ball aiming at the right area PA2), the game ball is made to enter the second starting port 52, and the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol (variation display of the second special symbol) is independently executed. It becomes a game to play. In this probabilistic game state, if the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol becomes a big hit, as the big hit type, "10R long open big hit" is won with a probability of 50%, and "2R short open big hit" is 50%. Win with a probability. Here, regardless of whether the "10R long open jackpot" or the "2R short open jackpot" is won, the game ball can be entered into the specific area 548 (obtaining the right of probability change transition) during the execution of the jackpot game. It is possible, and basically, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game is set to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state). That is, in the present embodiment, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit in the probabilistic gaming state, the entry rate to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) is set to substantially 100%.

Further, in the present embodiment, the jackpot probability in the probabilistic gaming state is set to "about 1/54", and the probability of winning the conditional specific jackpot (equivalent to the probabilistic jackpot) in the second special symbol is set to "100/100". , Within the period in which this probabilistic gaming state continues (∞ times = 65535 times), the probability of deriving a jackpot in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol, that is, the jackpot that triggers the transition to the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state). The probability of subtracting is set to about 99.9% (effectively 100%).

Here, in the present embodiment, as described above, the upper limit number of times of the limit function is set to "5 times", and basically, the game ball is specified during the execution of the jackpot game until the upper limit number of times is reached. The specifications are such that a big hit of "5 times set" that keeps the probabilistic game state with a probability of substantially 100% can be obtained on condition that the ball is put into the area 548. That is, once a big hit is derived in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol, the specification is such that the big hit can be obtained in a set of 5 times. By generating a big hit of a set of 5 times in this way, it is possible to obtain a maximum of 5000 balls (1000 shots x 5 times per time). Therefore, if the player is playing a right-handed game, a big hit is derived in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol, and the game ball is placed in the specific area 548 during the big hit game until the upper limit is reached. On condition that the ball is entered, the probabilistic gaming state can be continued and the game can be advanced in the most advantageous gaming state (the so-called consecutive villa state can be continued).

On the other hand, when the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state, even if the jackpot of the second special symbol is won and the game ball is entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game, the limit counter (probability variable jackpot). When the number of times) reaches the upper limit, the game state after the end of the big hit game is forcibly set to the time-saving game state (second advantageous game state). The time-saving game state (second advantageous game state) after reaching this limit is calculated from the end of the big hit game and continues until the number of times the special symbol is displayed varies to 100 times.

In addition, when the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state, even before the limit counter (probability change jackpot count) reaches the upper limit, if the jackpot (accident hit) is derived in the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol. Alternatively, if the game ball cannot be entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game even though the big hit is derived in the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol, the limit counter is reset (zero clear). Then, the right of the probability change jackpot of the above 5 times set will be extinguished. In that case, the gaming state after the end of the big hit game is set to the reduced working hours gaming state (second advantageous gaming state) as in the case of reaching the limit.

At this time, in the time-saving gaming state (first advantageous gaming state, second advantageous gaming state), the jackpot probability is set to "about 1/96", and the second special symbol wins a conditional specific jackpot (equivalent to a probable variable jackpot). The probability of doing so is set to "100/100". Here, since the first advantageous gaming state (gaming state after the first hit) continues until the number of variable display times of the special symbol reaches 70 times, the second special symbol is set by the end of the first advantageous gaming state. The probability of winning a big hit in the hit / fail judgment is set to "about 52%". On the other hand, since the second advantageous gaming state (gaming state after reaching the limit) continues until the number of fluctuation display of the special symbol reaches 100 times, whether or not the second special symbol is correct by the end of the second advantageous gaming state. The probability of drawing a big hit (pullback rate) in the judgment is set to "about 65%". That is, in the second advantageous gaming state, the pullback rate to the most advantageous gaming state (probability variation gaming state) is set to a higher probability than in the first advantageous gaming state. Therefore, in the present embodiment, even if the probabilistic gaming state ends due to the arrival of the limit and shifts to the time-saving gaming state, the second advantageous gaming state having a higher degree of advantage than the first advantageous gaming state is set as the time-saving gaming state. Therefore, it can be said that there is a high possibility that the most advantageous gaming state will be returned by the end of the second advantageous gaming state. In other words, after reaching the limit, even if you do not break through the two barriers (first barrier, second barrier) again, there is a higher probability than the breakthrough rate of the second barrier, and you will be able to return to the most advantageous gaming state. It becomes possible to improve the player's expectation that he will win the big hit of the set of 5 times again.

<Processing on the main control board side>
Next, the procedure of the operation processing in the main control board 100 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 17 to 33. The processing on the main control board 100 side includes a main control side main processing and a main control side timer interrupt processing.

<< Main processing on the main control side >>
17 to 18 are flowcharts showing main processing on the main control side of the main control board 100. In this main control side main process, after the security check of the main CPU 101 is performed by resetting when the power is turned on, the program is started and the processes after S1 are started.

First, as the initial setting required when the power is turned on, the start address is set as the initial value of the stack area in the stack pointer (S1), and the access permission of the RAM 103 is granted (S2). Subsequently, a vector table in which the start address of the program to be processed when a timer interrupt occurs is set (S3), and an initial value is set in the built-in register of the main CPU 101 (S4).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the RAM clear switch is turned on (S5). When the RAM clear switch is turned on (S5: YES), the entire area of the RAM 103 is cleared to zero in S9, which will be described later. On the other hand, when the RAM clear switch is not turned on (S5: NO), the value of the power off information flag is read to determine whether or not the power off normal information is stored (S6).

Here, when the information on the normal power failure is stored (S6: YES), the checksum is calculated for the predetermined area of the RAM 103 (S7). Then, it is determined whether or not this checksum is 0, that is, whether or not the checksum is normal (S8). The checksum at power-on calculated here includes the complement of the checksum calculated in the power-off process described later, so if it is backed up normally, the checksum at power-on will be checked. Sam becomes "0". In this way, it is determined at the time of turning on the power whether or not the information stored in the RAM 103 before the power is turned off is correctly backed up. At this time, if the checksum is normal (S8: YES), the process proceeds to S12, which will be described later, in order to return to the state before the power was turned off. On the other hand, when the checksum is abnormal (S8: NO), the entire area of the RAM 103 is cleared to zero (S9). Next, the initialization data at the time of turning on the power is set in the RAM 103 (S10). Subsequently, in order to initialize the effect display device 70, initialize the effect lamp LP, and the like, an effect control command (“effect initial command”) to the effect control board 200 is requested (S11).

Next, in the power-off / recovery setting process, the power-on normal information is set, various errors are initially set, and the communication initial setting with the payout control board 400 is sequentially performed in the RAM 103 (S12). Here, as the setting of the power-on normal information, in order to save that the power-on was performed correctly, the power-on normal data is stored in the power-off information flag, and the information of the power-off occurrence is initialized. Turn off the power off confirmation flag. Next, the data transfer source address, the data transfer destination address, and the number of transfer bytes are set, and the data corresponding to the number of transfer bytes is transferred (S13). Then, the value of the special symbol game status at the time of power off is read, and the power off / return process related to the special symbol game is performed (S14).

Subsequently, a transmission request for an effect control command (“power supply off / return command”) at the time of power failure / recovery between the main control board 100 and the effect control board 200 is performed (S15). This power-off / recovery command includes information on the communication line inspection, the operating state of the special symbol, the number of probability fluctuations, the number of time reductions, the number of easy ball entry states, the fluctuation pattern selection state, and the error state. The untransmitted command request before the power is turned off is cleared. Next, in the symbol storage number command request processing, the information on the number of operation-holding balls of the first special symbol and the second special symbol when the power is turned off is read, and an effect control command including the information on the number of operation-holding balls is requested (. S16).

Subsequently, the normal electric accessory 522 is in the state before the power is turned off (for example, the second starting port 52 is in the open state).
Set the return to return to (S17). Further, a return setting is made to return the special electric accessory 542 to the state before the power is turned off (for example, the large winning opening 54 is in the open state) (S18). Subsequently, the value of the probability change flag is read, and the operating state of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol when the power is turned off is set (S19). The probability variation flag is a flag for setting the operation probability (high probability or low probability) of the special symbol game (a flag indicating that the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is operating). Next, in order to activate the timer interrupt, a predetermined count value is set as the initial setting of the CTC circuit of the main control microcomputer 110, and the timer interrupt is generated every 4 ms (S20). Subsequently, interrupt prohibition is set to prohibit the occurrence of timer interrupt processing (S21). Then, the clear word 1 (“55H”) is set in preparation for restarting the watchdog timer (S22).

Next, in order to determine the occurrence of the power cut, the value of the power cut confirmation flag is read, and it is determined whether or not the power cut has occurred (S23). If the power is not cut off, the initial value random number update process is executed (S24). In this initial value random number update process, in this initial value random number update process, the initial value random number per normal symbol, the soft initial value random number per special symbol, and the symbol initial value random number per special symbol are updated. Specifically, the numerical value of each counter is added by 1, and when the numerical value exceeds the maximum value, it is returned to "0" which is the minimum value.

Next, interrupt permission is set to allow the occurrence of timer interrupt processing (S25), the process returns to the above-mentioned interrupt prohibition processing (S21), and the loop processing of S21 to S25 is repeatedly executed. Here, the timer interrupt processing is periodically executed at predetermined intervals, but the remaining time between the completion of the previous interrupt processing and the occurrence of the next interrupt processing is used to utilize the remaining time from S21 to S25. Repeat the process up to. Then, when an interrupt request is made in the interrupt disabled state, the timer interrupt process is started when the interrupt is enabled in S25. On the other hand, when the power-off confirmation flag is turned on in S23, that is, when the power-off has occurred, the process proceeds to S26 and the power-off processing described below is executed.

Next, as the power cutoff processing (S26 to S32), first, the clear word 2 (“AAH”) is set in order to restart the watchdog timer (S26). Next, it is determined whether or not the content of the power-off information flag is the power-on normal data (S27). In the case of power-on normal information (S27: Yes), the power-off normal data is set in the power-off information flag (S28). On the other hand, when the power-on normal information is not (S27: No), the power-off abnormality data is set in the power-off information flag (S29), and the process proceeds to S32.

Next, a checksum is calculated for a predetermined area (excluding the checksum area) of the RAM 103 (S30). Then, the complement for the checksum data is calculated, and the result value of this complement is set in the checksum area of the RAM 103 (S31). Subsequently, the access prohibition setting of the RAM 103 is set (S32), and the process is looped until the power is turned off.

<< Main control side timer interrupt processing >>
Next, the timer interrupt process on the main control side of the main control board 100 will be described. FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process of the main control board 100. This timer interrupt process is started by a clock pulse at regular time intervals (for example, 4 ms) from the CTC circuit of the game control microcomputer 110, and is executed in the form of interrupting the above-mentioned main control side main process. As the terms used below, the terms "conditional device" and "continuous operation device for accessories" mean conceptual control devices, and the term "conditional device" means that a big hit occurred in a special symbol game. The special electric accessory 542 can be operated a plurality of times in succession by the "accessory continuous actuating device".

First, when this timer interrupt occurs, the contents of the register in the main CPU 101 are changed to RA.
After saving to the stack area of M103, the interrupt operation condition is set (S51).

Next, the clear word 2 (“AAH”) is set in order to restart the watchdog timer (S52). At this time, the watchdog timer is cleared and restarted by writing the clear word 1 and the clear word 2 in order to the WDT clear register of the CPU 101 within the preset time-out time. That is, when the main CPU 101 is executing the program normally, the clear words 1 and 2 are set periodically, so that the watchdog timer is cleared and restarted before the time-out. On the other hand, when the watchdog timer times out, a user reset occurs.

Next, the input process is executed (S53). In this input process, information on switches other than the RAM clear switch is read as various switches connected to the main control board 100. That is, the first start port switch 511, the second start port switch 521, the operation gate switch 531, the large winning opening switch 541, the specific area switch 547, the general winning opening switch 611, 641, the door opening switch, the frame opening switch, and the back set. Input information such as an open switch, a magnetic sensor, and a radio wave sensor is read, their states are judged, and then these detection information is stored.

Next, various random number update processes are executed (S54). In this various random number update process, the normal symbol variation pattern random number and the special symbol variation pattern random number are updated. For the normal symbol fluctuation pattern random number, the numerical value of the random number counter is added by 1, and when the numerical value exceeds the maximum value, it is returned to the minimum value "0". On the other hand, for the special symbol variation pattern random number, a predetermined value (for example, 3511) is subtracted from the previous random number. If the subtracted result is less than 0, a predetermined value (for example, 50,000) is added to the subtracted result.

Next, the initial value update type random number update process is executed (S55). In this initial value update type random number update process, a random number per normal symbol, a soft random number per special symbol, and a symbol random number per special symbol are updated. Specifically, the numerical value of each random number counter is added by 1, and when the numerical value exceeds the maximum value, it is returned to "0" which is the minimum value. When the value of the counter makes one round, the value of the corresponding initial value random number is set as the initial value.

Next, the initial value random number update process is executed (S56). In this initial value random number update process, the initial value random number per normal symbol, the soft initial value random number per special symbol, and the symbol initial value random number per special symbol are updated. Specifically, the numerical value of each random number counter is added by 1, and when the numerical value exceeds the maximum value, it is returned to "0" which is the minimum value.

Next, the timer subtraction process is executed (S57). In this timer subtraction process, the values of various timers used for the game operation control of the pachinko gaming machine PM are subtracted and updated. For example, the values of various timers are subtracted by the interrupt period (4 ms in this example). The various timers include a special symbol game timer for managing the time (variable time, fixed display time) related to the special symbol display devices 71 and 72.

Next, the second start port validity period setting process is executed (S58). In this second starting port valid period setting process, the winning valid period and the winning invalid period of the second starting port 51 are determined, and as the determination result, the valid period data or the invalid period data of the second starting port 51 is set.

Next, the winning monitoring process is executed (S59). In this winning monitoring process, the first starting port switch 511, the second starting port switch 521, the operating gate switch 531 in the input process (S53), the large winning port switch 541, the specific area switch 547, and the general winning port switch 611
, 641 Based on the detection information of 641, the switch passage inspection of the game ball is performed, and as a result, when it is determined that the game ball has passed each switch, the information indicating that the game ball has passed each switch is used as the main information storage means. It is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of 180, and a transmission request of an effect control command including information indicating that the game ball has passed each switch is performed. The details of this winning monitoring process (S59) will be described later with reference to FIG.

Next, the prize ball control process is executed (S60). In this prize ball control process, a payout control command is transmitted to the payout control board 400 in order to indicate the number of prize balls corresponding to the prize type, and the payout control board 400 is used, based on the detection result in the above-mentioned prize ball monitoring process. The communication received data from the payout control board 400 is monitored and the communication with the payout control board 400 is inspected.

Next, the normal symbol operation gate monitoring process is executed (S61). In this normal symbol operation gate monitoring process, the passage of the game ball to the operation gate 53 is monitored, and when it is determined that the game ball has passed through the operation gate 53, a random number related to the normal symbol lottery is acquired as operation hold ball information. , The number of balls on hold for operation is updated up to a maximum of 4, and random numbers related to the normal symbol lottery are stored.

Next, the normal symbol control process is executed (S62). In this normal symbol control process, since a series of processes related to the normal symbol display device 75 or the normal electric accessory 522 is performed, the normal symbol changing process and the normal symbol stop symbol display process are performed according to the value of the normal symbol game status. , Processing during operation of ordinary electric accessory, processing during demonstration during operation of ordinary electric accessory, etc. are executed. In the normal symbol changing process, the display pattern number data of the normal symbol is created (updated) in order to display the normal symbol in a variable manner or to confirm it.

Next, the normal symbol change start monitoring process is executed (S63). In this normal symbol fluctuation start monitoring process, when the operating state of the normal symbol is monitored and it is determined that the normal symbol fluctuation start condition is satisfied, one normal symbol operation pending ball number is digested and the normal symbol is activated. The hit / fail judgment, the symbol judgment, the fluctuation pattern judgment, the fluctuation time setting, etc. are performed in order.

Next, the start port monitoring control process is executed (S64). In this start port monitoring control process, the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 51 and the second starting port 52 is monitored, and if the game ball is won, the number of reserved balls is updated and the special symbol lottery is related. Random number storage, pre-reading notice effect judgment, command request for the number of symbol storage, etc. are performed in order.

Next, the special symbol control process is executed (S65). In this special symbol control process, as a series of processes related to the special symbol display devices 71 and 72, the special symbol change start process (S420) and the special symbol change process (S430), which will be described in detail later, are performed according to the value of the special symbol game status. ), Processing during special symbol stop symbol display (S440), and the like are executed.

Next, the special electric accessory control process is executed (S66). In this process, when the lottery result of the special symbol is "big hit" or "small hit", the operation start and end of the special electric accessory 542 are set as the operation process related to the special electric accessory 542, and the operation is large. The opening time and the number of times of opening of the winning opening 54 are updated, the operation start setting of the probability variation function, the operation start setting of the variation time shortening function, the setting of the variation pattern selection state, and the like are executed in order.

Next, the large winning opening validity period setting process is executed (S67). In this large winning opening valid period setting process, the winning valid period and the winning invalid period of the large winning opening 54 are determined, and the valid period data or the invalid period data of the large winning opening 54 is set as the determination result.

Next, the special symbol change start monitoring control process is executed (S68). In this special symbol change start monitoring control process, when the operation reserved sphere of the first special symbol or the second special symbol exists, the number of reserved spheres is digested by one, the command request of the symbol storage number, and the hit / fail determination of the special symbol are made. , Design determination of special symbol, determination of probability fluctuation function, determination of time reduction function, setting of operation pattern of special electric accessory, setting of demo production time, etc. are performed in order.

Next, the abnormality detection process is executed (S69). In this abnormality detection process, based on the input information in the input process (S53), the magnetic detection signal by the magnetic sensor, the disconnection short circuit power supply abnormality signal, the radio wave detection signal by the radio wave sensor, the door / frame opening signal, etc. are inspected in order. , Determine whether the gaming machine is in an error state. In the case of an error state, an effect control command (“error effect designation command”) including the error information is generated in order to request the effect control board 200 to display an error.

Next, the ball entry passage time abnormality detection process is executed (S70). In this ball entry passage time abnormality detection process, when the on signal of the winning detection switch is continuously detected for a predetermined time or longer, the ball entry passage time abnormality is set and the effect control command (“error”) including the error information is set. In addition to requesting the effect specification command "), it also requests the output of a security signal to be output to the external terminal.

Next, the game state display process is executed (S71). In this game state display process, display data such as the number of times the special electric accessory 542 is continuously operated (the number of specified rounds), the number of balls on hold for normal symbols and special symbols, and the like are created. Further, display data for displaying the error state information detected by the abnormality detection process on the state indicator lamp of the main control board 100 is created.

Next, the LED output process is executed (S72). In this LED output process, the above-mentioned special symbol control process (S65), in order to display a special symbol and a normal symbol, display the number of reserved balls, the number of times the special electric accessory is continuously operated, display an error, and the like. Display data created by abnormality detection processing (S69), game status display processing (S71), etc. can be used for each special symbol display device 71, 72, normal symbol display device 75, each special symbol hold lamp 73, 74, and normal figure hold. The data is output to the lamp 76, the status indicator lamp of the main control board 100, and the like, and the display on these various display devices is initialized.

Next, the firing control signal output process is executed (S73). In this launch control signal output process, when a communication abnormality with the payout control board 400 or a short-circuit power supply abnormality is not detected, a launch permission signal is output to the payout control board 400 and the game ball is allowed to be launched. do. On the other hand, when a communication abnormality with the payout control board 400 or a short-circuit power supply abnormality is detected, a launch prohibition signal is output to the payout control board 400 to prohibit the launch of the game ball.

Next, the solenoid output process is executed (S74). In this solenoid output process, the normal symbol control process (S62) and the special electric accessory control process (S66) were acquired in order to operate each electric accessory 542. Based on the control data, an excitation signal is output to each electric accessory solenoid 623, 643.

Next, the effect control command transmission process is executed (S75). In this effect control command transmission process, the effect control command specified by the pointer is read from the effect control commands stored in the command storage area (ring buffer) of the main information storage means 180 in the above process, and this effect is produced. A control command is transmitted to the effect control board 200.

Next, the external information output process is executed (S76). In this external information output processing, the operating state information of the gaming machine is output as external information to an external device such as a hall computer via the external terminal board.

Next, the contents of the saved register are restored, and the main CPU 101 is set to the interrupt enabled state (S77). As a result, the main control side timer interrupt process is terminated, the process returns to the main control side main process, and the main control side main process is executed until the next timer interrupt occurs.

When the main control board 100 detects a power outage (a decrease in the supply voltage based on a predetermined threshold value) during the main control side main processing or interrupt processing, a non-masqueradable interrupt is generated and the power outage confirmation flag is turned on. do. Then, after returning to the original processing, the above-mentioned power-off processing (S)
26 to S32) will be executed.

≪Winning monitoring process≫
Next, the winning monitoring process (S59) will be described. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the details of the winning monitoring process (S59).

First, the first start port switch input process is executed (S101). In the first start port switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the first start port switch 511 is input. When the detection signal from the first starting port switch 511 is input, the first starting port winning data indicating that the game ball has entered the first starting port 51 is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of the main information storage means 180. At the same time as storing, a first start opening winning command is generated and temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the first start port switch 511, the process proceeds to the next step as it is.

Subsequently, the second start port switch input process is executed (S102). In the second start port switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the second start port switch 521 is input. When the detection signal from the second starting port switch 521 is input, the second starting port winning data indicating that the game ball has entered the second starting port 52 is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of the main information storage means 180. At the same time as storing, a second start opening winning command is generated and temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the second start port switch 521, the process proceeds to the next step as it is.

Next, the operation gate switch input process is executed (S103). In the actuated gate switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the actuated gate switch 531 is input. When the detection signal from the operating gate switch 531 is input, the operating gate winning data indicating that the game ball has passed through the operating gate 53 is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of the main information storage means 180, and the operating gate winning is won. A command is generated and temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the operation gate switch 531, the process proceeds to the next step as it is.

Subsequently, the large winning opening switch input process is executed (S104). In the big winning opening switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the big winning opening switch 541 is input. When the detection signal from the large winning opening switch 541 is input, the large winning opening winning data indicating that the game ball has entered the large winning opening 54 is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of the main information storage means 180. , A large winning opening winning command is generated, and this is temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the large winning opening switch 541, the process proceeds to the next step as it is.

Next, the specific area switch process is executed (S105). In the specific area switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the specific area switch 547 is input. When the detection signal from the specific area switch 547 is input, the specific area winning data indicating that the game ball has entered (passed) into the specific area 548 is temporarily stored in the winning information storage area of the main information storage means 180 ( (Turn on the specific area passage flag), a specific area winning command is generated, and this is temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. When this specific area passage flag is turned on (when it is determined that the game ball has passed through the specific area 648), the probability change flag is turned on in the processing during the big hit game described later (probability change transition). Will be granted). On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the specific area switch 547, the process proceeds to the next step as it is.

Subsequently, the general winning opening switch process is executed (S106). In the general winning opening switch input process, it is determined whether or not the detection signal from the general winning opening switch 611, 641 is input. When the detection signal from the general winning opening switch 611, 641 is input, the general winning opening winning data indicating that the game ball has entered the general winning opening 61 to 64 is stored in the winning data storage area of the main information storage means 180. Along with temporary storage, a general winning opening winning command is generated and temporarily stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. On the other hand, if there is no input of the detection signal from the general winning opening switch 611, 641, the current winning monitoring process is terminated.

≪Special design game processing≫
Next, a series of processes related to the special symbol game in the timer interrupt process on the main control side will be described. The processes related to the special symbol game include the above-mentioned start port monitoring control process (S64), special symbol control process (S65), special electric accessory control process (S66), special symbol change start monitoring control process (S68), and the like. Applies to.

(Starting port monitoring control processing)
First, the start port monitoring control process (S64) will be described. FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the details of the start port monitoring control process (S64).

First, it is determined whether or not the winning of the game to the first starting port 51 is detected (S201). When the winning of the first starting port 51 is detected (S201: YES), it is determined whether or not the number of pending balls of the first special symbol is less than the upper limit of 4 (S202).

When the number of balls on hold for operation of the first special symbol is less than 4 (S202: YES), the lottery random value related to the first special symbol game is a random value per special symbol, a random value per special symbol, or a special symbol. The fluctuation pattern random value is acquired, and each random value is stored in the first special symbol hold storage area (hold n storage area) of the main information storage means 180 according to the ball entry order (S203). Then, as an update of the number of reserved balls for operation of the first special symbol, the value of the number of reserved balls for the first special symbol is added by 1 (S204), and the winning check of the first starting port 51 is completed.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the winning of the game to the second starting port 52 is detected (S205). When the winning of the second starting port 52 is detected (S205: YES), it is determined whether or not the number of balls on hold for operation of the second special symbol is less than the upper limit of 4 (S206). When the number of balls on hold for operation of the second special symbol is less than 4 (S206: YES), the lottery random value related to the second special symbol game is a random value per special symbol, a random value per special symbol, or a special symbol. The fluctuation pattern random value is acquired, and each random value is stored in the second special symbol hold storage area (hold n storage area) of the main information storage means 180 according to the ball entry order (S207). Then, as an update of the number of reserved balls for operation of the second special symbol, the value of the number of reserved balls for the second special symbol is added by 1 (S208), and the winning check of the second starting port 52 is completed.

Subsequently, whether or not the number of reserved balls for the first special symbol or the second special symbol has been updated, that is, whether or not the number of reserved balls for the first special symbol or the second special symbol has been added in S204 or S208. (S209). When the number of operation-reserved balls is updated (S209: YES), a symbol storage number command including information on the number of operation-reserved balls of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is generated, and this is used as the main information storage means. It is stored in the command storage area of 180 (S210).

Next, the state of the gaming machine is confirmed, and it is determined whether or not it is the pre-determination timing (S211). In the case of the pre-judgment timing (S211: YES), in order to generate pre-reading judgment information based on various random numbers acquired at the time of winning the start opening, a special symbol hit disorder is generated from the hit random number buffer (reserved n storage area or register, etc.). A numerical value is read out and a pre-determination of success or failure is performed (S212). Then, a pass / fail pre-determination command including the information of the pre-determination result (pre-determination number) is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (S213).

Further, the symbol random number value per special symbol is read from the hit symbol random number buffer, and the symbol pre-determination is performed (S214). Then, a symbol pre-determination command including the information of the pre-determination result (symbol pre-determination number) is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (S215). Further, the special symbol variation pattern random number value is read from the variation pattern random number buffer, and the variation pattern pre-determination is performed (S216). Then, a variation pattern advance determination command including the information of the advance determination result (variation pattern advance determination number) is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (S217).

(Special symbol change start monitoring control processing)
Next, the special symbol change start monitoring control process (S68) will be described. FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol change start monitoring control process (S68).

In this special symbol change start monitoring control process (S68), the special symbol change start monitoring process described later is performed on the special symbol side of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that satisfies the change start condition. (S310) is executed. If both the first special symbol and the second special symbol satisfy the fluctuation start condition, as described above, the earliest operation holding ball among the first special symbol and the second special symbol The processing on the corresponding special symbol side is executed.

First, it is determined whether or not a big hit or a small hit is in progress (S301). Subsequently, whether both the first special symbol and the second special symbol are waiting for change, that is, whether the first special symbol game status and the second special symbol game status are both "00H (waiting for change)". It is determined whether or not (S302).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the number of balls on hold for operation of the special symbol is "0" (S303). When the number of operation holding balls is not "0" (S303: NO), that is, when the operation holding ball of the special symbol exists, the earliest operation holding ball is the operation holding ball of the first special symbol. Whether or not it is determined (S304). When the earliest operation hold ball is the operation hold ball of the first special symbol (S304: YES), it is considered that the change start condition of the first special symbol is satisfied, and the change start monitoring table of the first special symbol is satisfied. After setting the address (the address of various tables used in the subsequent processing and the address of the RAM storage area) (S305), the process proceeds to the special symbol change start monitoring process (S310) on the first special symbol side.

On the other hand, when the earliest operation-holding ball is the operation-holding ball of the second special symbol (S304: NO), it is considered that the change start condition of the second special symbol is satisfied, and the change start of the second special symbol is started. After setting the address of the monitoring table (the address of various tables used in the subsequent processing and the address of the RAM storage area) (S306), the process proceeds to the special symbol change start monitoring process (S310) on the second special symbol side. .. The details of this special symbol change start monitoring process (S310) will be described later with reference to FIG. 23.

If both the first special symbol and the second special symbol change start conditions are not satisfied (S301: YES, S302: NO, S303: YES), the special symbol change start monitoring process (S310) is skipped. ..

(Special symbol change start monitoring process)
Next, the special symbol change start monitoring process (S310) will be described. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol change start monitoring process (S310).

In this special symbol change start monitoring process (S310), the target of the current change start is set with reference to the first special symbol change start monitoring table or the second special symbol change start monitoring table set in S305 or S306 described above. However, since the processing method is the same for the first special symbol side and the second special symbol side, the processing on the first special symbol side is used except in special cases. It will be explained collectively without distinguishing whether it is a process or a process on the second special symbol side.

First, the number of pending balls on the special symbol side, which is the target of the start of this fluctuation, is subtracted by 1 (S311). Then, a symbol storage number command including information on the number of balls on hold for operation of the first special symbol and the second special symbol after subtraction is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (S312). Subsequently, the special symbol hold storage area on the special symbol side that is the target of the current fluctuation start is accessed, and the random value per special symbol and the special symbol per special symbol stored in the earliest reserved storage area (hold 1 storage area). The symbol random value and the special symbol variation pattern random value are read out in order, and these random values are used for the special symbol hit / fail determination process (S320), the symbol determination process (S330), and the variation pattern selection process (S423) described later. It is transferred to the special symbol hit / miss determination area, the special symbol symbol determination area, and the special symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180 (S313). Further, as the update of the reserved storage area, the reserved ball information stored in the reserved 2 storage area to the reserved 4 storage area is shifted to the lower reserved storage area, and the reserved 4 storage area is cleared to zero (S314).

Subsequently, the special symbol winning / failing determination process is executed (S320). In the special symbol winning / failing determination process (S320), first, the special symbol winning / failing lottery table is acquired. At this time, if the gaming state is the special symbol probability change state, the high-probability winning / losing lottery table is acquired, and if the gaming state is the normal state, the low-probability winning / losing lottery table is acquired. Next, a random number value per special symbol is read from the special symbol hit / miss determination area of the main information storage means 180. Then, with reference to the special symbol winning / failing lottery table, the winning / failing determination of the special symbol is executed based on the random number value per special symbol. Further, the values corresponding to the hit / fail determination result (big hit data “55H”, small hit data “33H”, loss data “00H”) are stored in the special symbol determination flag of the main information storage means 180.

Subsequently, the symbol determination process is executed (S330). In the symbol determination process (S330), the stop symbol and the character effect number (variable additional symbol information) of the special symbol are determined according to the result of the hit / fail determination. Then, the stop symbol (symbol group) and the character effect number of the special symbol determined this time are stored in the symbol storage area of the main information storage means 180. The character effect number is the type of the determined stop symbol (symbol group) and the operating state of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol and the normal symbol (probability change on of the special symbol / probability change off of the special symbol / probability change on of the normal symbol). / Determined based on the combination with (4 patterns of probability variation off of ordinary symbols). If the result of the hit / fail determination is wrong, the character effect number "0" is determined.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the result of the hit / fail determination corresponds to a small hit (S341), and whether or not the result of the hit / fail determination corresponds to a big hit (S342). If the result of the hit / fail determination is a small hit (S341: YES), the process proceeds to S347, and if the result of the hit / fail determination is incorrect (S341: NO, S342: NO), the process proceeds to S349.

On the other hand, when the result of the hit / fail determination is a big hit (S341: NO, S342: YES), the operation pattern of the special electric accessory 542 is set based on the type of the symbol group (big hit type) determined in S330. (S346). Specifically, as the operation pattern of the special electric accessory 542, the specified number of rounds of the round game, the maximum opening time of the large winning opening 54, and the like are set.

Next, based on the type of the symbol group determined in S330 and the current gaming state, the variation pattern selection state after the end of the special game or the small hit game is set (S347). Subsequently, the demo production time (hit start demo time and hit end demo time) of the special game (big hit game or small hit game) is set based on the type of the symbol group determined in S330 (S348). Next, the special symbol hit / miss determination area and the special symbol symbol determination area of the main information storage means 180 used in the above-mentioned special symbol hit / miss determination process (S320) and symbol determination process (S330) are cleared (S349). Then, the special symbol game status on the special symbol side to be changed this time is changed from "00H (standby)" to "01H (start of change)" (S350).

(Special symbol control processing)
Next, the special symbol control process (S65) will be described. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol control process (S65).

First, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory 542 is not operating, that is, whether or not the special electric accessory game status is "00H (waiting for hit)" (S401). Subsequently, when the special electric accessory 542 is not operating (S401: YES), it is determined whether or not the first special symbol game status is "00H (standby)" (S402).

When the first special symbol game status is not "00H (waiting)" (S402: YES), the first special symbol control table (used in the subsequent processes) is used to execute the process related to the first special symbol. (Addresses of various tables and addresses of RAM storage areas) are set (S403), and the process proceeds to the special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410). On the other hand, when the first special symbol game status is "00H (standby)" (S402: NO), the second special symbol control table (in the subsequent processing) is executed in order to execute the process related to the second special symbol. The address of various tables used and the address of the RAM storage area) are set (S404), and the process proceeds to the special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410).

In the special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410) described below, the first special symbol control table or the second special symbol control table set in the above-mentioned S403 or S404 is used, and the special subject to this change is used. The processing on the symbol side will be executed, but since the processing method is the same for the first special symbol side and the second special symbol side, is it the processing on the first special symbol side except in special cases? , The second special symbol processing will be described collectively without distinguishing whether it is the processing on the side. The details of this special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410) will be described later with reference to FIG. 25.

(Special symbol control general-purpose processing)
Subsequently, the special symbol control general-purpose processing is executed (S410). Here, FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410).

In this special symbol control general-purpose processing (S410), branch processing (S411 to S414) for shifting to processing according to the value of the special symbol game status (“01H”, “02H”, “03H”) is executed. First, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game status on the special symbol side that is the target of this change is not 0 (S411). When the special symbol game status is not "00H" (S411: YES), it is determined whether or not the special symbol game status is "01H (variation start)" (S412). When the special symbol game status is "01H" (S)
412: YES), the process proceeds to the special symbol change start processing (S420). The details of this special symbol change start processing (S420) will be described later with reference to FIG. 26. On the other hand, if NO in S412, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game status is "02H (during fluctuation)" (S413). When the special symbol game status is "02H" (S413: YES), the process proceeds to the special symbol changing process (S430). The details of this special symbol change processing (S430) will be described later with reference to FIG. 27. If NO in S413, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game status is "03H (stop symbol is being displayed)" (S414). When the special symbol game status is "03H" (S414: YES), the process proceeds to the process of displaying the special symbol stop symbol (S440). The details of this special symbol stop symbol display processing (S440) will be described later with reference to FIGS. 28 to 29.

(Special symbol change start processing)
Next, the special symbol change start processing (S420) will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol change start processing (S420).

First, a special symbol variation pattern table is acquired based on the result of the winning / failing lottery, the variation pattern selection state, and the like (S421). Subsequently, the special symbol variation pattern random value is read out from the special symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180 (S422). Then, with reference to the special symbol variation pattern table, one of a plurality of types of variation patterns is selected based on the special symbol variation pattern random value (S423).

Next, the fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern selected this time is set (S424). Then, as a setting for starting the variation of the special symbol, the variation time is stored in the special symbol game timer of the symbol display control means 165 (S425), and the variation start command to the effect control board 200 is generated (S426). As the variation start command, in order to start the symbol variation effect in the effect display device 70, a communication inspection command, a variation addition symbol information specification command, a variation pattern specification command, and a symbol specification command are generated in order, and these are used as the main information storage means. Stored in the command storage area of 180.

Subsequently, the content of the special symbol variation pattern determination area of the main information storage means 180 used for determining the variation pattern is cleared (S427). Then, the special symbol game status is changed from "01H (start of fluctuation)" to "02H (during fluctuation)" (S428).

(Processing during special symbol change)
Next, the processing during special symbol change (S430) will be described. FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the details of the special symbol change processing (S430).

First, in order to display the variation of the special symbol, the display pattern number switching process of the special symbol is executed (S431). In this display pattern number switching process (S431), display pattern number data of a special symbol is generated every predetermined switching time. This display pattern number data is output to the first special symbol display device 71 or the second special symbol display device 72 in the LED output process (S73) in order to display the special symbol in a variable manner or a definite display.

Next, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game timer has reached "0 (time-out)", that is, whether or not the fluctuation time of the special symbol has expired (S432). When the variation time of the special symbol ends (S432: YES), the stop symbol of the special symbol to be definitely displayed is set on the first special symbol display device 71 or the second special symbol display device 72 (S433). Subsequently, a fluctuation stop command for instructing the effect control board 200 to confirm and display the decorative symbol is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (S434).

Next, "500 (ms)" is stored as the fixed display time in the special symbol game timer (S435). The "fixed display time" is the time for deterministically stopping and displaying the stopped symbol when the special symbol is stopped fluctuating. Then, the special symbol game status is changed from "02H (during change)" to "03H (during stop symbol display)" (S436).

(Processing during special symbol stop symbol display)
Next, the processing during display of the special symbol stop symbol (S440) will be described. 28 to 29 are flowcharts showing the details of the special symbol stop symbol display processing (S440).

First, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game timer has reached "0 (time-out)", that is, whether or not the final display time of the special symbol (stop symbol) has expired (S441). Here, when the final display time of the special symbol ends (S441: YES), the special symbol game status is changed from "03H (stop symbol display)" to "00H (standby)" (S442).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the hit / fail determination data stored in the special symbol determination flag of the main information storage means 180 is the jackpot data “55H” (S443). When the hit / fail determination data is the jackpot data (S443: YES), the current gaming state is stored in the gaming state buffer (S444). That is, the game state at the time of winning the big hit is temporarily stored in the game state buffer. The operation stop of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol (S445), the operation stop of the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol (S446), and the operation stop of the electric chew support function (S447) are performed in this order. Specifically, "00H (off)" is set in the probability variation flag, and "00H" is set in the probability fluctuation count counter, the fluctuation time shortening count counter, and the ball entry easy state count counter to clear zero.

Next, as the start demo setting process of the special game, the start demo display time is set and an effect control command (big hit start demo command) instructing the start of the start demo effect is generated (S448). Subsequently, the number of executions of the variation pattern selection state (variation pattern selection state count counter) is cleared to zero (S449). In addition, the special electric accessory game status is changed from "00H (waiting state)" to "01H (special game)" (S450). Then, in order to clear the contents of the hit / fail determination flag, "00H" is set (S451).

On the other hand, when the hit / fail determination data is not the jackpot data (S443: NO), it is determined whether or not the probability variation function of the special symbol is operating (S452). When the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is operating (S452: YES), the probability fluctuation counter of the main information storage means 180 is subtracted by 1 as the digestion of the number of fluctuations of the special symbol this time (step S453). .. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the probability fluctuation number counter is zero (step S454). When the probability fluctuation number counter is zero (S454: YES), the operation of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is stopped (S455). If the probability fluctuation counter after subtraction is not zero (S454: NO), S455 is skipped and the process proceeds to S456.

Next, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time shortening function of the special symbol is operating (S456). When the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol is operating (S456: YES), the fluctuation time reduction counter of the main information storage means 180 is decremented by 1 as the digestion of the fluctuation number of the special symbol this time (step). S457). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time reduction number counter is zero (step S458). When the variation time reduction counter is zero (S458: YES), it is assumed that the number of terminations of the variation time reduction function of the special symbol has been reached, and the operation of the variation time reduction function of the special symbol is stopped (S459). If the time reduction counter after subtraction is not zero (S458: NO), S458 is skipped and the process proceeds to S460.

Next, it is determined whether or not the electric chew support function is operating (S460). When the electric chew support function is operating (S460: YES), the counter for the number of easy entry states of the main information storage means 180 is subtracted by 1 as the digestion of the number of fluctuations of the special symbol this time (step S461). .. Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the ball entry easy state count counter is zero (step S462). When the number of times of easy entry state counter is zero (S462: YES), the operation of the electric chew support function is stopped as if the number of times of the end of easy entry state has been reached (S463). If the counter for the number of easy entry states after subtraction is not zero (S462: NO), S463 is skipped and the process proceeds to S464.

Next, the fluctuation pattern selection state count counter of the main information storage means 180 is decremented by 1 (S464). Then, the fluctuation pattern selection state is updated (S465). Specifically, the number of times of the variation pattern selection state of the main information storage means 180 is referred to, and it is determined whether or not the number of executions of the current variation pattern selection state has reached the preset number of ends, and the number of ends is determined. If it has been reached, it switches to the fluctuation pattern selection state specified next. On the other hand, if the number of ends has not been reached, the current fluctuation pattern selection state is maintained.

Next, an effect control command (game state designation command) including the current game state information and fluctuation pattern selection state information updated in S452 to S465 described above is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180. It is stored in (S466). The effect control board 200 side sets and updates the effect mode based on the information of the game state designation command.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the small hit data "33H" is stored in the special symbol determination flag (S467). When the small hit data is stored (S467: YES), the start demo display time is set as the start demo setting process of the small hit game, and the effect control command (small hit) instructing the start of the start demo effect is performed. Start demo command) is generated (S468). Subsequently, the special electric accessory game status is changed from "00H (waiting for hit)" to "02H (small hit game)" (S469). Then, "00H" is set in order to clear the contents of the hit / fail determination flag (S470).

On the other hand, when the small hit data "33H" is not stored in the special symbol determination flag (S467: NO), that is, when the special symbol determination flag contains the deviation data "00H", S468 to S470 are set. skip. When the special symbol determination flag is out-of-order data, the processing for clearing the content of the flag is not performed because "00H" is originally stored as out-of-order data.

(Special electric accessory control processing)
Next, the special electric accessory control process (S66) will be described. 30 to 32 are flowcharts showing the details of the electric accessory control process (S66).

First, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory game status is "01H (special game)" (S501). When the special electric accessory game status is "01H" (S501: YES), the special game process is executed in the subsequent processes. In this special game process, first, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory 542 is in operation (S502). When the special electric accessory 542 is not operating (S502: NO), it is determined whether or not it is the operation start time of the special electric accessory 542 (S503). The operation start time of the special electric accessory 542 is the timing at which the operation of the special electric accessory 542 is started in each round game.

When it is the operation start time of the special electric accessory 542 (S503: YES), an effect control command (round effect designation command) is generated to start the round effect, and this is stored as a command of the main information storage means 180. Store in the area (S504). In addition, on the effect control board 200 side, based on the information of this round effect designation command (information such as the current number of rounds), the round effect corresponding to each round game during the special game is executed. Then, the operation of the special electric accessory 542 is started (S505), and the processes S506 to S510 are executed as the processes during the operation of the special electric accessory 542.

As a process during operation of the special electric accessory 542, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the specified count number (maximum number of winnings) in the large winning opening 54 (S506), and the operating time of the special electric accessory 542 is also determined. It is determined whether or not (opening time) has elapsed (S507). At this time, if the game ball wins only the specified count number (maximum number of winnings) in the large winning opening 54 (S506: YES) or the operating time of the special electric accessory 542 has elapsed (S507: YES), it is special. The operation of the electric accessory 542 is stopped (S508). Then, it is determined whether or not the number of continuous operations of the special electric accessory 542 has reached a predetermined number of predetermined rounds (S509). When the number of continuous operations has not reached the specified number of rounds (S509: NO), the number of continuous operations of the special electric accessory 542 is incremented by 1 (S510). In the specific area switch process (S105) described above, in the specific round (second round in the present embodiment), the detection information of the specific area switch 547 is received within the predetermined specific area detection valid period to pass through the specific area. Executes the process to turn on the flag.

On the other hand, when the number of continuous operations of the special electric accessory 542 has reached the specified number of rounds (S509: YES), the process proceeds to S511 and the end demo display time is set as the hit end demo setting process for the special game. At the same time, an effect control command (big hit end demo command) for instructing the start of the end demo effect is generated (S511).

Subsequently, as the game state setting process, confirmation of the specific area passage flag (determination of probability change transition), update of limit counter information, determination of limiter function, and information on the number of times each operation is used to specify the game state after the end of the special game. (Probability fluctuation number information, fluctuation time shortening number information, ball entry easy state number number information) and the like are set (S512). The details of this game state setting process (S512) will be described later with reference to FIG. 33.

Next, it is determined whether or not the probability fluctuation number information (probability variation operation number information) stored in the probability fluctuation number counter is the probability fluctuation function operation data (data other than "00H") (S514). In the case of the probability fluctuation function operation data (S514: YES), the operation of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is started (S515). On the other hand, if it is not the probability fluctuation function operation data (S514: NO), S515 is skipped.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time reduction number information stored in the fluctuation time reduction number counter is the fluctuation time reduction function operation data (data other than "00H") (S516). In the case of the fluctuation time shortening function operation data (S516: YES), the operation of the fluctuation time shortening function of the special symbol is started (S517). On the other hand, if it is not the fluctuation time shortening function operation data (S516: NO), S517 is skipped.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the ball entry easy state count information stored in the ball entry easy state count counter is the electric chew support function operation data (data other than "00H") (S518). When it is the electric chew support function operation data (S518: YES), the operation of the electric chew support function is started (S519 to S521). That is, the start of operation of the probability fluctuation function of the normal symbol (S519), the start of the operation of the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (S520), and the start of the operation of the open extension function of the normal electric accessory 522 (S521) are executed in order. On the other hand, if it is not the electric chew support function operation data, S519 to S521 are skipped.

Then, it switches to the fluctuation pattern selection state determined in S347 (S522). Subsequently, an effect control command (game state designation command) including the game state information after the special game and the variation pattern selection state information set in S512 to S522 described above is generated, and this is used by the main information storage means 180. It is stored in the command storage area (S523). On the effect control board 200 side, the effect mode after the special game is set based on the information of the game state designation command. Then, the special electric accessory game status is changed from "01H (special game)" to "00H (waiting state)" (S524).

On the other hand, if the special electric accessory game status is not "01H (special game)" (S501: NO), it shifts to S530 and is the special electric accessory game status "02H (small hit game)"? It is determined whether or not (S530). When the special electric accessory game status is "02H" (S530: YES), the small hit game process is executed in the subsequent processes.

In the small hit game process, first, it is determined whether or not the special electric accessory 542 is in operation (S531). When the special electric accessory 542 is not operating (S531: NO), the operation of the special electric accessory 542 is started (S532). On the other hand, when the special electric accessory 542 is in operation (S531: YES), S532 is skipped.

Subsequently, as a process during operation of the special electric accessory 542, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the maximum number of winnings in the large winning opening 54 (S533), and the operating time of the special electric accessory 542 (opening). It is determined whether or not the time) has elapsed (S534). At this time, if the game ball wins only the specified count number (maximum number of winnings) in the large winning opening 54 (S533: YES) or the operating time of the special electric accessory 542 has elapsed (S534: YES), it is special. The operation of the electric accessory 542 is stopped (S535).

Subsequently, as the end demo setting process of the small hit game, the end demo display time is set and an effect control command (small hit end demo command) instructing the start of the end demo effect is generated (S536). Then, it switches to the fluctuation pattern selection state determined in S347 (S537). Subsequently, an effect control command (game state designation command) including the variation pattern selection state information after the special game set in S537 is generated, and this is stored in the command storage area of the main information storage means 180 (). S538). This game state designation command is used on the effect control board 200 side to determine the transition trigger of the effect mode, specify the effect mode of the transfer destination, and the like. Then, the special electric accessory game status is changed from "01H (special game)" to "00H (waiting state)" (S539).

(Game state setting process)
Next, the game state setting process (S512) will be described. FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing the details of the game state setting process (S512).

First, it is determined whether or not the specific area passage flag of the main information storage means 180 is turned on (S541). When the specific area passage flag is turned on (S541: YES), that is, when the game ball has passed the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game, the limit counter is incremented by 1 (S542). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the limit counter has reached the upper limit number (S543). When the limit counter has not reached the upper limit (S543: NO), the probability change flag is set to "01H (on)" in order to set the game state after the end of the big hit game to the probability change game state (S544). , The probability variation number information (probability variation operation number information) is set in the probability variation number counter (S545). On the other hand, when the limit counter has reached the upper limit number (S543: YES), S544 and S545 are skipped and the process proceeds to S546. Subsequently, the specific area passage flag of the main information storage means 180 is turned off (S546).

Next, in order to confirm the game state at the time of winning the big hit, the game state buffer is confirmed (S547). Then, based on the game state at the time of the big hit winning read in S564, the type of the symbol group (big hit type) determined in S330, and the on / off state of the probability change flag, the fluctuation time is shortened to the fluctuation time reduction number counter. In addition to setting the number of times information (S548), the number of times of easy entry state information is set in the number of times of easy entry state counter (S549).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the probability change flag of the main information storage means 180 is turned on (S550). If the probability change flag is not turned on (S550: NO), the limit counter is reset (S551). On the other hand, when the probability change flag is turned on (S550: YES), S551 is skipped and the game state setting process is terminated.

<Processing on the production control board side>
Next, the procedure of the operation processing in the effect control board 200 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 34 to 39. The processing on the effect control board 200 side is a reset start process (including the effect control side main process) that is executed when the sub-main CPU 201 is reset, such as after the power is turned on, and an effect control side timer interrupt that is activated at regular intervals. A lamp that is activated when the processing, the reception interrupt processing of the effect control command activated due to the strobe signal from the main control board 100, and the arrival of a predetermined occurrence time specified in the time schedule of the variable effect pattern are reached. It is configured to include effect interrupt processing and transmission interrupt processing of image control commands that are activated at regular intervals.

In each interrupt process (exception process), a priority level indicating the priority when a plurality of interrupt processes occur is set. In this example, "Reset start processing by power reset: Top priority", "Reset start processing due to various abnormalities: Top priority" → "Reception interrupt processing of production control command: Level 7" → "WDT (when runaway is detected) The priority levels are ranked in the order of "reset start processing: level 3" → "image control command transmission interrupt processing: level 2" → "effect control side timer interrupt processing: level 1". The "reset start process due to various abnormalities" is, for example, DMA (Direct Memory) when the sub-main CPU 201 executes an illegal instruction, or when the sub-main CPU 201 tries to access an illegal area or an illegal method. Access) Starts when an error occurs during transfer. In the present embodiment, the above-mentioned plurality of types of interrupt processing are exemplified, but other interrupt processing actually exists.

In the main process on the effect control side, basically, the process is proceeded after setting either the state of prohibiting all interrupts or disabling interrupts other than the effect control command reception interrupt. Then, when the effect control side main process is in the interrupt enable state, each interrupt process is started in the form of interrupting the main process. In each interrupt process, when another interrupt process is requested (multiple interrupts occur) during the execution of the interrupt process, in principle, the interrupt process has a higher priority level than the interrupt process being executed. The interrupt request is permitted, but the interrupt request is prohibited when the interrupt processing has a lower priority level than the interrupt processing being executed or the interrupt processing has the same priority level. That is, each interrupt process is processed in a state in which other interrupts having the same priority level or a lower priority level are disabled. Then, each interrupt process returns to the effect control side main process with all interrupts enabled. The priority order (priority level) of such an interrupt factor is defined by the register setting of the effect control microcomputer 210 (interrupt controller).

<< Reset start processing >>
First, the reset start process of the effect control board 200 will be described. FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing the reset start process of the effect control board 200. In this reset start process, it is started by any of the reset when the power is turned on, the reset caused by various abnormalities, and the reset caused by WDT (when runaway is detected), and after the security check of the sub-main CPU 201 is performed. , The program starts, and the processing after S601 is started.

First, as an initial setting required when the power is turned on, the start address is set as the initial value of the stack area in the stack pointer (S601). Then, all interrupt processing is prohibited until various initial settings are completed (S602).

Subsequently, as a basic setting regarding hardware, an initial value is set in the built-in register provided in the sub-main CPU 201, and the I / O port circuit 204 is initialized (S603). Further, the memory area in the RAM 203 of the effect control microcomputer 210 is initialized (S604). Here, the initial value is set for the variable with the initial value, and the variable without the initial value is initialized by clearing 0. Further, the sub-main CPU 201 appropriately expands the control program stored in the ROM 202 to the RAM 203.

Subsequently, interrupts other than the reception interrupt processing of the effect control command are prohibited (S605). Next, among various errors set in common for each model in advance, a process of setting the type of error to be valid for the model is performed (S606). Further, an extinguishing request is made to put all the effect lamps LP (frame lamp 10, board lamp 80) into the extinguished state (S607). Then, the watchdog timer is activated to monitor the runaway of the sub-main CPU 201 (S608).

Subsequently, the effect control side main process is executed as the main process of the game effect (S609). The details of this effect control side main process (S609) will be described later with reference to FIG. 35. In addition, when the process shifts to the effect control side main process in S609, it is usually impossible to return from the main process to the reset start process, but in the unlikely event that the process returns to this process due to a program bug or the like. To transition to a small power consumption mode (sleep mode) in which the power consumption is reduced as compared with the normal operation.

<< Main processing on the production control side >>
Next, the effect control side main process (S609) of the effect control board 200 will be described. FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the effect control side main process (S609).

First, an address (starting address where the program is expanded) for starting a check as to whether or not the control program is accurately expanded in the RAM 203 is acquired in the main process on the effect control side (S611). Subsequently, all interrupts are permitted (starting of various interrupt processes is permitted) (S612).

Next, the device initialization operation is executed (S613). This initialization operation is an operation mode that is executed only once when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PM is turned on (at the start of reset), and the operation of the movable accessory 24 is controlled by a device such as a motor or a solenoid. It is executed for the purpose of confirming the required location information. At the end of the initialization operation, the movable accessory 24 returns to the preset initial position (reference position).

Subsequently, the watchdog timer is cleared in order to restart the watchdog timer (S614). At this time, when the sub-main CPU 201 is executing the program normally, the watchdog timer is set by writing a predetermined clear word to the WDT clear register of the sub-main CPU 201 within the preset time-out time. It is cleared and restarted. On the other hand, when the watchdog timer times out, a user reset occurs.

Subsequently, the input port check process is executed (S615). In this input port check process, the read of the I / O port circuit 204 (input port) in the port input / output process S912 in the timer interrupt process described later is monitored for each interrupt occurrence, and is monitored a plurality of times (for example, 4 times). When all the input port states are "1", the signal level is set to "1 (H level)", when all are "0", the signal level is set to "0 (L level)", and in other cases, the signal level is set. Do not change (this confirms the input signal).

Subsequently, the error effect management process is executed (S616). In this error effect management process, error effect by various devices is started based on the error effect pattern set in the subsequent command analysis process (S622). Further, in the error effect management process, an initial value (error effect time) is set in the error management timer to manage the progress of the error effect. This error management timer is subtracted and updated at a cycle of 16 ms in the error management timer update process (S920) of the effect control side timer interrupt process. Then, when the error management timer times out, the error effect is terminated.

Subsequently, the effect button monitoring control process is executed (S617). In this effect button monitoring control process, when the button advance notice effect is incorporated during the fluctuation of the symbol, the input state of the effect button 15 is monitored within the predetermined operation effective time, and the information regarding the input state of the effect button 15 is monitored. To hold.

Subsequently, the advance notice lottery management process is executed (S618). In this advance notice lottery management process, a advance notice effect pattern that defines the contents of the advance notice effect that occurs at each stage of the change process of the decorative pattern is generated according to the scenario of the change effect pattern selected in the subsequent command analysis process (S620). It will be decided by lottery. The advance notice effect pattern number determined here is temporarily stored in the advance notice effect pattern storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260. Further, an image control command for designating the advance notice effect pattern number on the image control board 300 side is generated, and this is set in the image control command buffer of the sub-main information storage means 260. At this time, when the accessory advance notice effect pattern is selected as the advance notice effect pattern, an accessory request is generated, and the drive pattern of the movable accessory 24 is specified in the subsequent device management process (S619). .. In this example, all of the plurality of types of notice effects (notice effect patterns) that occur within one variation of the decorative pattern are not drawn by lottery in one main loop process, but the efficiency of the main loop processing is improved. In order to make it happen, the lottery is performed over a plurality of main loop processes by dividing it into each time when the advance notice effect occurs (for example, the fluctuation start stage, the reach generation stage, and the fluctuation stop stage). At that time, for the advance notice effect that occurs at the start stage of the change of the decorative pattern, it is necessary to synchronize with the start of the change of the decorative pattern (the image control command is sent immediately), so the lottery is performed in the starting main loop process. It is supposed to do.

Next, the device management process is executed (S619). In this device management process, when there is an operation request (lamp request, accessory request) of various devices in the command analysis process (S620) described later, a plurality of types of pattern data (lamp pattern, drive pattern) stored in the ROM 203 are stored. ), The pattern data corresponding to the effect number (lamp effect number, character advance notice effect number) is specified, and the control of the target device is started. In the lamp pattern data of the effect lamp LP, the lamp data associated with each frame time (time required to update the image frame once: 16 ms) is stored as schedule data. In this example, the one-frame time corresponds to the time required for the one-frame drawing process when drawing at about 60 frames per second (= about 60 fps) on the effect display device 70. Similarly, in the drive pattern data of the movable accessory 24, the drive data associated with each interrupt cycle (1 ms) is stored as schedule data. As a result, each control data (lamp data, drive data, etc.) is output to the target device at regular intervals in the effect control side timer interrupt process described later, and the operation of the target device is started. On the other hand, when all the output of a series of control data (lamp data, drive data) is completed in the effect control side timer interrupt process described later, the effect lamp LP is turned off or the operation of the movable accessory 24 is stopped. , End control of the target device.

Subsequently, the command analysis process (S620) is executed. In this command analysis process, it is monitored whether or not the effect control command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260, and if the effect control command is stored, this command is read and the read effect control command is read. The effect control process corresponding to the type of is executed. The details of this command analysis process (S620) will be described later with reference to FIG. 36.

Then, it is determined whether or not the command analysis (analysis of the effect control command) is executed during the loop processing this time (S621). Immediately after command analysis (S621: YES), the process returns to S614 and the process proceeds to the next loop process. On the other hand, when the command analysis is not executed (S621: NO), that is, when the command buffer is empty, the effect lottery random number update process is executed until a predetermined time elapses (S622). In the present embodiment, the predetermined time is set to "16 ms", which is half the time of the minimum unit (32 ms) of the lamp LP switching control. In this effect lottery random number update process, various effect lottery random numbers such as pre-reading advance notice lottery random numbers, decorative symbol random numbers, variable effect pattern random numbers, and advance notice effect pattern random numbers are updated. Specifically, the numerical value of each random number counter is added by 1, and when the numerical value exceeds the maximum value, it is returned to the minimum value.

(Command analysis processing)
Next, the command analysis process (S622) will be described. FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing the details of the command analysis process (S622). In this command analysis process, it is monitored whether or not the effect control command from the main control board 100 is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260, and the effect corresponding to the type of the stored effect control command is monitored. Execute control processing.

First, it is determined whether or not the game state designation command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S631). When the game state designation command is stored (step S631: YES), the process proceeds to the effect state transition process (S632). In the effect state transition process (S632), a process of transitioning the effect mode is executed based on the game state information and the variation pattern selection state information included in the game state designation command.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the hold-related command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S633). Here, the hold-related commands include a symbol storage number command and a pre-determination command. When this hold-related command is stored (S633: YES), the process proceeds to the hold information management process (S634). In this hold information management process (S634), the symbol storage number command or the advance determination command is read from the sub-main information storage means 260, the look-ahead determination is executed based on the information of the advance determination result, and the hold image of the effect display device 70 is executed. A process for updating the number of reserved images displayed on the display unit 710 and the display mode (display color, etc.) is performed.

Next, it is determined whether or not the symbol variation-related command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S635). Here, the symbol fluctuation-related commands include a fluctuation start command and a fluctuation stop command. When the symbol variation-related command is stored (step S635: YES), the process proceeds to the variation effect content determination process (S636). In this variation effect content determination process (S636), when the received symbol variation-related command is a variation start command, a process for starting the variation effect of the decorative symbol is executed, and the received symbol variation-related command stops variation. If it is a command, the process for ending the variation effect of the decorative pattern is executed.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the jackpot effect-related command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S637). Here, the jackpot effect-related commands include a jackpot start demo effect command, a round effect designation command, and a jackpot end demo effect command. When the jackpot effect related command is stored (step S637: YES), the process proceeds to the jackpot effect content determination process (S638). In this jackpot effect content determination process (S638), a process for executing a start demo effect, a round effect, and an end demo effect is performed.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not a command related to the small hit effect is stored in the command storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S639). Here, the small hit effect-related command includes a small hit start demo effect command and a small hit end demo effect command. When the command related to the small hit effect is stored (step S639: YES), the process proceeds to the small hit effect content determination process (S640). In this small hit effect content determination process (S640), a process for executing a small hit start demo effect and a small hit end demo effect is performed.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the error effect designation command is stored in the command storage area of the sub-information storage means 280 (S641). When this error effect specification command is stored (S641: YES), the process proceeds to the error effect content determination process (S642). In this error effect content determination process (S642), an error effect specification command is read from the sub-information storage means 280, and an error effect pattern for notifying the error state by lighting the effect lamp LP, the sound of the speaker 11, or the like is determined. ..

If the effect control command is not stored in the command storage area of the sub-information storage means 280 (S631: NO, S633: NO, S635: NO, S637: NO, S639: NO, S641: NO), do nothing. The command analysis process is terminated.

<< Receive interrupt processing of production control commands >>
Next, the reception interrupt processing of the effect control command will be described. FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the reception interrupt processing of the effect control command. As described above, the reception interrupt processing of this effect control command is started when an interrupt is generated based on the input of the strobe signal from the main control board 100, and various effect control commands are acquired in this interrupt processing. It has become like. The effect control command is configured to include 1-byte MODE data and 1-byte EVENT data, and is transmitted from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 200 in the order of MODE data and EVENT data. Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the MODE data will be referred to as a “first command”, and the EVENT data will be referred to as a “second command”.

First, when an interrupt based on the strobe signal from the main control board 100 occurs, it is determined whether or not the input value of the effect control command is fixed (S901). Specifically, the input value is fixed when the command data is read up to 5 times and the same value is read twice in succession. This is because the reading of the effect control command may fail due to noise or the like, and the input value is not fixed until the same value is read twice in succession.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the command received this time is the first command (MODE), in other words, whether it is the first command (MODE) or the second command (EVENT) (S902). When the command received this time is the first command (S902: YES), the first command is temporarily stored in the temporary area (S903). Then, the effect lottery random number is acquired from the effect lottery random number generation means 210, and this random number information is temporarily stored in the effect lottery random number storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260 (S904). It should be noted that the time when the effect lottery random number is acquired is the time when the effect control command is received, that is, the effect control command is transmitted at a physically irregular timing such as when the game ball starts winning a prize or when the special symbol changes. Therefore, by taking this as an opportunity, it is necessary to prevent periodicity in the acquisition time. By making the acquisition time of the random number of the effect lottery irregular in this way, inconveniences such as the same effect being unnaturally and repeatedly selected in various effect lottery are less likely to occur.

On the other hand, when the command received this time is the second command (S902: NO), it is determined whether or not the first command has already been received (S905). That is, it is determined whether or not the effect control command is received in the order of the first command (MODE) → the second command (EVENT), and it is confirmed whether there is a contradiction in the combination of the effect control commands. If there is no contradiction in the combination of the effect control commands (S905: YES), the address indicated by the write pointer (pointer for writing) is acquired (S906). Subsequently, the first command and the second command are stored in the effect control command buffer (ring buffer) of the sub-main information storage means 260 according to the address indicated by the write pointer (S907). The saved command data is read out in the command analysis process (S620) in the main process, and the effect control process corresponding to the type of the effect control command is executed. Next, the address indicated by the write pointer is updated (S908). Further, the command data (first command) temporarily stored in S903 is cleared (S909). Then, the effect control command reception interrupt process is terminated, and the process returns to the original process before the interrupt.

<< Timer interrupt processing on the production control side >>
Next, the timer interrupt processing on the effect control side will be described. FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing the effect control side timer interrupt processing. This timer interrupt process is activated by a clock pulse at regular time intervals and is executed in the form of interrupting the above-mentioned effect control side main process.

When a timer interrupt occurs, the contents of the register in the sub-main CPU 201 are saved in the stack area of the RAM 203, and then the processes after S911 are sequentially executed. In this timer interrupt process, interrupts of priority level 2 or higher, such as an effect control command reception interrupt from the main control board 100 and a watchdog timer interrupt, are permitted (S911).

Subsequently, the port input / output process is executed (S912). In this port input / output processing, input processing and output processing of port data in the I / O port circuit 204 are performed. In the input process, various signals input to the I / O port circuit 204 (input port) are read and stored as input information. In the output process, various control signals (motor control signals) temporarily stored in the sub-main information storage means 260 are read out and output from the I / O port circuit 204 (output port).

Subsequently, the device control data output process is executed (S913). In this device control data output process, the drive data for a predetermined time is read from the drive pattern data specified in the device management process (S619) and set in the drive data storage area of the sub-main information storage means 260. The drive data set in this process is data indicating control for 1 ms corresponding to the interrupt cycle. When the drive data is set in this process, the drive data is output from the I / O port circuit 204 (output port) to the motor driver 92 in the next timer interrupt process. Therefore, in this device control data output process, the drive data is switched every interrupt cycle (1 ms) according to the drive pattern data.

Next, the effect timer update process is executed (S914). In this effect timer update process, the values of various effect timers used for the effect operation control are subtracted and updated by an interrupt cycle (1 ms in this embodiment). The effect timer includes a timer for managing the fluctuation time of the decorative symbol, a timer for managing the occurrence timing of the advance notice effect, and the like. The effect timer manages the time schedule in the variable effect pattern, and manages the time such as the drive timing of the movable accessory 24 and the lighting timing of the effect lamp LP on the time axis. The effect timer is also used in the device control data output process (S913) and the lamp data update process (S917) in the effect control timer interrupt process.

Subsequently, the button control timer update process is executed (S915). The value of the effective time management timer for managing the operation effective time of the effect button 15 is subtracted and updated by the interrupt cycle (1 ms in this embodiment). The operation effective time is a time during which the operation input of the effect button 15 is effective.

Subsequently, the task control counter update process is executed (S916). In this task control counter update process, the task counter values (“0” to “15”) are updated for each timer interrupt. Specifically, if the value of the task counter is "0" to "14", it is incremented by 1, and if the value of the task counter becomes "15", it is returned to "0". That is, this task counter can have a circulation cycle of 16 ms. Then, various tasks (task processing) are assigned according to the value of the task counter updated this time, and the lamp control task (lamp data update processing of S917) and runaway monitoring are assigned according to the value of the task counter. Each process such as a task (image CPU runaway monitoring process of S9189) and an error management task (error management timer update process of S919) is executed. In this example, one of the task counter values ("0" to "15") is assigned to the lamp control task, and the other two values (values that are 8 ms apart from each other) are for runaway monitoring. It is assigned to a task and one other value is assigned to the error management task (the description of the other tasks is omitted). As described above, the reason why the circulation cycle of the task counter is set to 16 ms is to match with the minimum unit (16 ms) of the switching control of the effect lamp LP. The minimum unit (16 ms) of the switching control of the effect lamp LP corresponds to one frame time of the image frame, and the synchronization between the image effect and the lamp effect is realized.

Subsequently, the lamp data update process is executed (S917). In this lamp data update process, lamp data for a predetermined time is read out from the lamp pattern data specified in the device management process (S621) or the like and set. The lamp data set in this process is data indicating lighting control for 16 ms, which is the minimum unit of switching control of the effect lamp LP. When the lamp data is set, the lamp data is automatically output from the output port (serial port) to the lamp connection board 91 by serial transfer. This lamp data output processing is configured as a serial communication interrupt processing, and is realized by sequentially writing the lamp data to the transmission buffer of the serial communication circuit. The serial communication circuit serially converts the lamp data of the transmission buffer in 1-byte units and outputs each bit to the lamp connection board 91 in synchronization with the serial clock. This process is repeated until the transmission buffer becomes empty, so that all the lamp data (all bytes) stored in the transmission buffer are output. Therefore, in this lamp data update process, the lamp data is switched every one frame time (16 ms) according to the lamp pattern, and the lamp data is output to the lamp connection board 91 by serial transfer.

Subsequently, the image CPU runaway monitoring process is executed (S918). In this image CPU runaway monitoring process, the toggle signal input from the image control board 300 is monitored, and when the toggle signal does not change continuously for 1600 ms (about 50 to 100 frames), the image control board 300 is used. It is determined that the sub-sub CPU 301 of the above is out of control, and a reset signal is transmitted from the effect control board 200 to the image control board 300. As a result, the image control board 300 side executes a predetermined reset process when the reset state of the sub-sub CPU 301 occurs. The toggle signal is a signal having a waveform in which H level / L level is alternately repeated every frame time.

Next, the error management timer process is executed (S919). In this error management timer process, the value of the error effect timer for managing the error effect time set in the error effect management process (S616) is subtracted and updated. Then, after making all interrupts permitted and restoring the contents of the saved register, the timer interrupt process on the effect control side is terminated and the process returns to the original process before the interrupt occurred.

<< Transmission interrupt processing of image control commands >>
Next, the transmission interrupt processing of the image control command will be described. FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing the transmission interrupt processing of the image control command. The transmission interrupt process of this image control command occurs at predetermined fixed intervals (500 μs).

In the transmission interrupt process of this image control command, first, the image control command buffer of the sub-main information storage means 260 is checked (S931). Subsequently, a read pointer is acquired in the image control command buffer (S932). Next, it is determined whether or not the image control command is stored in the image control command buffer (S933). Whether or not the image control command is stored can be confirmed by, for example, the read pointer and the write pointer. If the read pointer and the write pointer match, the image control command is not stored. When the image control command is stored (S933: YES), the image control command is read from the area pointed to by the read pointer (S934). This read image control command is set in the output buffer of the serial communication circuit designated as the output destination (S935). As a result, the image control command is serially transmitted from the serial port to the image control board 300. Next, the command data (command data transmitted in S935) is cleared (S936). Subsequently, the read pointer is incremented by 1 and updated (S937). Then, the transmission interrupt process of the image control command is terminated, and the process returns to the original process before the interrupt.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, as the first barrier, by winning the jackpot with a time reduction in the normal gaming state, the game shifts to the first advantageous gaming state (time saving gaming state), and the first barrier is the first. The gameplayability (multiple times) in which the most advantageous game state is repeated multiple times on condition that the player shifts to the most advantageous game state (probability variable game state) by winning a conditional specific jackpot in the advantageous game state. It is configured as a game that can win a big hit of the set). Therefore, since there is a two-stage barrier before reaching the most advantageous gaming state, the design value (outgoing) that falls within the standard set as a rule for the amount of balls to be ejected when a big hit is repeated in the most advantageous gaming state. It is possible to increase the number of balls (balls) in the distribution (a game with a feeling of a ball coming out), and as a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, according to the present embodiment, the timing of notifying that the first barrier has been breached (during the big hit game) and the timing of notifying that the second barrier has been breached (during the SP reach during the time-saving game) are set. By making them different, it is possible to prevent the game production when breaking through each barrier from becoming monotonous, improve the player's sense of accomplishment when breaking through each barrier, and at any time, which notification timing will be used. By determining whether or not the game is compatible with breaking through the barrier, it is possible to make the specifications easy for the player to understand the flow of the game and the content of the production (not misleading). In particular, in the main special symbol game, the first barrier (whether or not the jackpot in normal time is a jackpot with a reduced working hours) depends on the type of jackpot (the jackpot symbol with 33% of the first special symbol has a reduced working hours). The jackpot) and the second barrier do not depend on the type of jackpot (the second special symbol is a 100% conditional specific jackpot). Therefore, regarding the notification of the first barrier, it is possible to perform a success mode and a failure mode in a series of productions that the jackpot is a big hit and that the jackpot is a hit with a reduced working hours. After excitement and notification of becoming, it is possible to notify without raising the mood of the player in a failure mode in which a short-time earning jackpot cannot be obtained. On the other hand, at the second barrier, it is a condition to shift to the most advantageous gaming state to acquire the jackpot of the second special symbol during the time saving, so we will focus on the point of whether or not to win the jackpot. Since it is intended to carry out lively notifications, it is possible to draw attention to one directing attention point (directing branch point) at both the first and second barriers, and break through the two barriers as playability. It is possible to provide a game machine that is simple and clear in terms of production, despite the complexity.

(Modification 1 of the first embodiment)
In the above embodiment, since the V probabilistic spec that determines the presence or absence of the probabilistic transition depending on whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game is adopted, the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state (most). Even before the limit function is activated (even before the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times) in the advantageous game state), the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game. If it cannot be made, the specification is such that the player falls from the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) to the time-saving gaming state (second advantageous gaming state). For example, when the game state is a probabilistic game state, (a) the result of the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is a big hit (conditional normal big hit), so that the game ball is being executed during the big hit game. If the ball cannot enter the specific area 548 and falls from the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) to the probabilistic gaming state (second advantageous gaming state), (a) the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol Despite becoming a big hit (conditional specific big hit), the game ball could not be entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game, and the time-saving game from the probabilistic game state (most advantageous game state) This is the case of falling into a state (second advantageous gaming state). In such a case, the limit counter will be reset at the end of the jackpot game.

On the other hand, unlike the above embodiment, when the V probability variation spec is not adopted, that is, when the normal probability variation spec for determining the presence or absence of the probability variation transition based on the stop symbol (big hit symbol) of the special symbol is adopted, the special symbol At the time of the lottery of the stop symbol, it is determined whether the jackpot symbol is a specific jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that triggers the transition to the probabilistic gaming state) or a normal jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that does not trigger the transition to the probabilistic gaming state). Therefore (because it is decided whether or not to shift to the probabilistic gaming state after the end of the jackpot game), when the player falls from the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) by drawing a normal jackpot symbol, the jackpot is used as an opportunity. It may be configured to reset the limit counter at the time of the lottery of the stop symbol of the special symbol without waiting for the end of the big hit game to be executed. Further, as a further modification, the reset timing of the limit counter is not the time when the normal jackpot symbol is drawn during the execution of the probabilistic gaming state (most advantageous gaming state) as described above, but the time-saving gaming state (second advantageous). After falling into the game state), the probability change game state (most advantageous game state) is pulled back by pulling the probability change jackpot (specific jackpot symbol) during the execution of the time-saving game state (second advantageous game state). At that time, that is, it may be at the time of lottery of the stop symbol (specific jackpot symbol) of the special symbol. That is, in the previous modification, the limit counter is reset at the time of lottery or after the lottery of the jackpot symbol (normal jackpot symbol) that triggers the end of the probability variation game state (falls to the time-saving gaming state), and in the later modification example, the probability variation The limit counter is reset at the time of lottery or after the lottery of the big hit symbol (specific big hit symbol) that triggers the return of the game state. The timing for resetting the limit counter is, for example, the timing after the stop symbol determination process (FIG. 23: S330) of the special symbol is performed, for example, the special symbol change start monitoring process (see FIG. 23). , Special symbol change start processing (see FIG. 26), special symbol change processing (see FIG. 27 :), special symbol stop symbol display processing (see FIGS. 28 to 29). It is preferable that it is done. According to this modification, it is possible to reduce the processing load of the main control board 100 and smoothly proceed with the game control processing.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, the pachinko gaming machine according to the second embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment basically has the same configuration as the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to the portions having the same configuration. The explanation is omitted, and the different parts are mainly explained.

Similar to the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment is the same as the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment, on condition that the gaming ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game, after the jackpot game is completed. It is configured as a so-called V probabilistic type gaming machine that sets the gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. Also in this second embodiment, a so-called normal probabilistic machine is adopted, in which the probabilistic gaming state continues until the next big hit occurs.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment employs a so-called small hit RUSH mode in which small hits frequently occur in a predetermined gaming state (latent probability variation gaming state). The playability of the small hit RUSH mode will be described later.

Subsequently, the basic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment will be described in order.

FIG. 40 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment. As shown in FIG. 40, in the right region PA2 of the game board 20, in order from top to bottom, the operating gate 53, the second starting port 52 (ordinary electric accessory 522), and the large winning opening 54 (special electric accessory) The thing 542) is arranged. The ordinary electric accessory 522 is an electric accessory provided with a movable member 524 that slides back and forth to open and close the second starting port 52. The movable member 524 has a closed position (protruding position) in which the second starting port 52 is closed to make it impossible or difficult for the game ball to enter, and the second starting port 52 is opened to allow the game ball to enter. It is possible to slide in the front-rear direction (direction orthogonal to the board surface) between the open position (retracted position) and the easy opening position (retracted position). The upper surface of the movable member 524 has a passage width of about one game ball or more in the front-rear direction, and is formed so as to incline downward from the right side to the left side in the front view. Therefore, when the movable member 524 is in the closed position (when the second starting port 52 is in the closed state), the game ball can flow down using the upper surface of the movable member 524 as a taxiway, and the game ball can flow down on the taxiway from right to left. It flows down toward you and falls from the left end of the ordinary electric accessory 522. As a modification thereof, in the small hit RUSH, it is preferable to prevent the game ball from flowing downstream as much as possible when the ordinary electric accessory 522 is operated, so that the flow path before reaching the variable member 524 (especially immediately before). ), The game ball is inserted into the variable member 524 by configuring the flow path to be folded back so that the inclinations in the left-right direction are switched, or by adopting a reduction mechanism in which protruding pieces are provided alternately on both sides of the flow path. It is preferable to configure the game ball so as to attenuate the momentum of the game ball so that the ball can be easily balled.

A special electric accessory (large winning opening 54) is arranged below the ordinary electric accessory 522, and the game ball that has passed through the upper surface of the ordinary electric accessory 522 flows down toward the large winning opening 54. At that time, if the large winning opening 54 is in the open state, it is easy for the game ball to enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, when the movable member 524 is in the open position (when the second starting port 52 is in the open state), the game ball flowing down the right side region PA2 can easily enter the second starting port 52. There is. In this example, the game ball flowing down the right side area PA2 has a board surface design (gauge design) that flows toward the second starting port 52 (ordinary electric accessory 522) with a high probability (almost 100%). 2 When the starting port 52 is in the closed state, the game ball is guided to the upper surface of the movable member 524 and flows down toward the large winning opening 54, while when the second starting port 52 is in the open state, the game ball is It is configured so that the ball does not enter the second starting opening 52 and reach the large winning opening 54.

Subsequently, the hit / fail determination of the special symbol in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 41 is a schematic diagram showing a special symbol winning / failing lottery table according to the second embodiment. In the figure, (A) is referred to in a gaming state (low probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, and (B) is a gaming state (high probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is not activated. ). As shown in FIG. 41, in the winning / failing lottery of the special symbol, in the gaming state (low probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is not activated, a big hit is obtained with a relatively low probability of "1/200". On the other hand, in the gaming state (high probability state) in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, the winning probability of the big hit is improved, and the big hit is obtained with a relatively high probability of "5/200". That is, when the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol is activated, the winning probability of the big hit changes from the low probability "1/200" to the high probability "5/200". In this way, the winning probability of the big hit changes according to the gaming state, but the winning probability of the big hit is designed to be equal between the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol and the winning / failing lottery of the second special symbol. Here, even if the result of the winning / failing determination does not correspond to a big hit, in the winning / failing determination of the second special symbol, a very high winning probability of "180/200" or "190/200" is used as a small hit. Become. The winning probability of the small hit may be the same winning probability regardless of the gaming state (low probability state, high probability state). In this example, only the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is configured to have a small hit, but the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol is also provided to make the hit / fail judgment of the first special symbol and the second. A small hit may be won in any of the winning / failing determinations of the special symbol. However, in that case, the winning probability of the small hit in the winning or losing lottery of the second special symbol is set to be relatively higher than the winning probability of the small hit in the winning or losing lottery of the first special symbol. Is preferable.

Next, the jackpot type (breakdown of jackpots) in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 42 is a schematic diagram showing a special symbol jackpot symbol table as a breakdown of jackpots in the second embodiment.

FIG. 42 (A) is a diagram schematically showing the first special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this first special symbol jackpot symbol table, the symbol group, jackpot type, jackpot attribute, specified number of rounds of jackpot game, and opening time of the jackpot 54 of each round correspond to the symbol random value per special symbol. It is attached (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the first special symbol jackpot table, two types of symbol groups A and B are set according to the type of jackpot. Specifically, it is divided into a symbol group A (2R long open jackpot 1) and a symbol group B (2R long open jackpot 2). In the 2R long open jackpots 1 and 2 (design groups A and B), the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game is 2 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 28 seconds.

FIG. 42B is a diagram schematically showing the second special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this second special symbol jackpot symbol table, for the special symbol per symbol random value, the symbol group, the jackpot type, the jackpot attribute, the specified number of rounds of the game for each jackpot, and the opening time of the jackpot 54 of each round are each. It is associated (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the second special symbol jackpot symbol table, only one type of symbol group C is set. This symbol group C corresponds to a 2R short open jackpot as a jackpot type. In the 2R short opening jackpot, the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game is two rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 2 seconds.

Also in the second embodiment, each of the above jackpots (big hit type) is classified into "conditional specific jackpot" and "conditional normal jackpot" as jackpot attributes. As shown in FIG. 42 (a), in the first special symbol lottery, the winning probability of the conditional normal jackpot is "100%". Further, as shown in FIG. 42 (b), in the second special symbol lottery, the winning probability of the conditional specific jackpot is "100%". That is, when a big hit occurs in the second special symbol lottery, it is definite to always win the conditional specific big hit regardless of the big hit type. Therefore, there is a higher possibility of winning a conditional specific jackpot (equivalent to a probabilistic jackpot) when a jackpot occurs in the second special symbol lottery than when a jackpot occurs in the first special symbol lottery. There is a high possibility that the game will shift to an advantageous gaming state (high probability state) after the end of.

Further, in the second embodiment, regardless of which of the above three types of jackpots is applicable, whether the gaming ball enters the specific area 548 in the specific round set during the jackpot game. Based on whether or not, it is determined whether or not the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game shifts to the probabilistic gaming state. In the specific round, the movable member 545 opens and closes, and the specific area 547 is effective (the detection of the ball entering the specific area 548 is treated as effective, that is, the game ball enters the specific area 548. The probabilistic transition is determined by doing this). This specific round is set in the second round regardless of which jackpot type is won.

FIG. 43 is a time chart for explaining the opening pattern of the large winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 in the second embodiment. In the second embodiment, two types of opening patterns are prepared according to the above-mentioned jackpot type. In the figure, the state changes of the big winning opening 54 and the specific area 548 during the big hit game are shown in chronological order from left to right. In addition, an interval time (waiting time) for maintaining the closed state of the large winning opening 54 is provided between each round. The opening pattern shown in the figure conceptually represents the execution state of each round, and the time width and ratio of the opening time and closing time (including the interval time) of each round are the actual time width and ratio. Not the corresponding one. That is, in the figure, the time width of each round and each interval is evenly described in order to express the progress of each round in an easy-to-understand manner, but in reality, the time width of each round and each interval is the time width of the round. It differs depending on the opening mode and the like. The opening pattern of the big winning opening 54 may differ depending on the big hit type, but the opening pattern of the specific area 548 is the same regardless of the big hit type.

In the figure, (A) is an opening pattern executed in a big hit game when "2R long open big hit 1" or "2R long open big hit 2" is won in the first special symbol lottery. The big winning opening 54 opens about 2 seconds after the start of the round, remains open for about 28 seconds, and closes at the end of the round (each round time is set to about 30 seconds). ). Therefore, since the large winning opening 54 is opened for about 28 seconds in each round, it is possible or easy to allow a specified number (full count: 10 balls) of game balls to enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, the specific area 548 is opened about 0.032 seconds after the start of the second round (specific round), maintained in the open state for about 2 seconds, and then closed. Therefore, when the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 reaches the specific area 548, it is extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the specific area 548 because the specific area 548 is closed, and it is substantially probable. Migration is not possible.

In the figure, (B) is an opening pattern executed in the jackpot game when the "2R short opening jackpot" is won in the second special symbol lottery. The large winning opening 54 opens at the same time as the start of each round, remains open for about 2 seconds, and closes at the end of each round (each round time is set to 2 seconds). Therefore, since the large winning opening 54 is opened only for about 2 seconds in each round, it is impossible or difficult to allow a specified number of game balls (full count: 10 balls) to enter the large winning opening 54, but 2 to 2 It is possible or easy to have about three game balls enter the large winning opening 54. On the other hand, the specific region 54 is opened about 0.032 seconds after the start of the second round (specific round), maintained in the open state for about 2 seconds, and then closed. Therefore, if the game ball is launched aiming at the large winning opening 54 from the first round to the second round, it is easy for the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 to enter the specific area 548. Yes, it is possible to make a practical transition.

Subsequently, the gaming state in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 44 is a transition diagram of the gaming state and the effect mode in the second embodiment. In this second embodiment, a normal gaming state, a time-saving gaming state, and a latent probability changing gaming state are set as a plurality of types of gaming states. As the types of the gaming state, 1) the gaming state in which only the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol and the variation time shortening function of the special symbol are activated is called "latent probability change state" or "latent probability variation game state", and 2) the special symbol. The gaming state in which only the variable time shortening function and the electric chew support function are activated is called a "time saving state" or a "time saving gaming state", and 3) a state in which all the functions are not operating is called a "normal state" or a "normal gaming state". ". It can be said that the "latent probability variation game state" and the "time saving game state" are both advantageous game states for the player as compared with the "normal game state". It should be noted that each gaming state is (1) depending on the combination of the operating state of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol (high probability state / low probability state) and the operating state of the electric chew support function (high base state / low base state). ) The latent probability variable gaming state can be expressed as "high probability low base state", (2) the time-saving gaming state can be expressed as "low probability high base state", and (3) the normal gaming state can be expressed as "low probability low base state".

FIG. 45 is a schematic diagram showing a game state setting table according to the second embodiment. In the game state setting table, for each jackpot type, the number of probable variation operations (also referred to as "probability variation count") in which the probability variation function of the special symbol is activated after the end of the jackpot game, and the variation time of the special symbol are shortened. The number of time-saving operations in which the function is activated (also referred to as the "number of times of shortening the fluctuation time") and the number of times of electric support operation in which the electric chew support function is activated (also referred to as the "number of easy ball entry states") are associated with each other. .. The number of probable change operations, the number of time-saving operations, and the number of electric support operations given when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the special symbol is a big hit are (a) big hit type (type of symbol group) and (b) when the big hit is won. It is set according to the game state and (c) whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the big hit game.

Regardless of which of the big hit types is won in the first special symbol and the second special symbol, if the game ball can be put into the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the probability change operation is performed regardless of the game state at the time of the big hit winning. The number of times "∞ times (65535 times)", the number of time-saving operations "∞ times (65535 times)", and the number of times of electric support operation "0 times" are set. That is, regardless of which big hit type is won, if the game ball can enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the latent probability changing game state is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "2R long open jackpot 1" is won in the first special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the jackpot game, the gaming state at the time of the jackpot winning is the normal gaming state. For example, if the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "0 times", and the electric support operation number "0 times" are set, while the gaming state at the time of winning the big hit is the time reduction gaming state or the probability variation gaming state. , The probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times" are set. That is, if the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the normal state, the normal gaming state is set again as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game, and if the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the time-saving gaming state or the probabilistic gaming state. A time-saving game state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "2R long open jackpot 2" is won in the first special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the jackpot game, the gaming state at the time of the jackpot winning is the normal gaming state. For example, if the probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "70 times", and the electric support operation number "70 times" are set, while the gaming state at the time of winning the big hit is the time reduction gaming state or the probability variation gaming state. , The probability variation operation number "0 times", the time reduction operation number "100 times", and the electric support operation number "100 times" are set. That is, if the game state at the time of winning the big hit is the normal state, the time-saving game state (number of continuations: 70 times) is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game, and the game state at the time of winning the big hit is the time-saving game state or the probability change. If it is a gaming state, a time-saving gaming state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set as the gaming state after the end of the big hit game.

In addition, when the "2R short open big hit" is won in the second special symbol, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, the number of probable change operations is performed regardless of the game state at the time of the big hit winning. "0 times", the number of time-saving operations "100 times", and the number of times of electric support operation "100 times" are set. That is, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit, if the game ball cannot enter the specific area 548 during the big hit game, it is regarded as the game state after the end of the big hit game. The time-saving game state (number of continuations: 100 times) is set.

In the second embodiment, the time-saving gaming state is also referred to as an "advantageous gaming state" as a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state, and the latent probability changing game is defined as a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the time-saving gaming state. The state is also referred to as the "most advantageous gaming state". Further, the advantageous gaming state is divided into a first advantageous gaming state (time-saving gaming state in which the number of continuations is set to 70 times) and a second advantageous gaming state (time-saving gaming state in which the number of continuations is set to 100 times). Will be done. That is, each gaming state becomes an advantageous gaming state for the player in the order of normal gaming state <first advantageous gaming state <second advantageous gaming state <most advantageous gaming state.

The pachinko gaming machine of the second embodiment has a latent number of times set in advance (also referred to as "limit number of times"), and is given as a trigger to become a big hit with the first special symbol or the second special symbol. It has a limiter function to limit the number of consecutive probabilistic gaming states (number of consecutive occurrences). The above-mentioned game state control means 165 is a limit counter that counts the number of consecutive times (the number of consecutive times determined to shift to the latent probability change game state) that the right to shift to the latent probability change game state is acquired as the game state after the end of the big hit game. It is equipped with.

The limit counter is updated when the game ball enters the specific area 548 (the transition to the latent probability change game state is determined) during the execution of the jackpot game. That is, in the present embodiment, regardless of which jackpot type is won, the V probability variation spec is adopted in which the right of probability variation transition is given by letting the game ball enter the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game. Therefore, it is a condition for adding the limit counter that the game ball is put into the specific area 548 (the right of the probability change transition is acquired) during the execution of the big hit game. Therefore, regardless of which jackpot type is won, if the game ball cannot be entered into the specific area 548 during the execution of the jackpot game, the limit counter is reset (zero clear). In the following, for convenience of explanation, the number of consecutive times in which the right to shift to the latent probability change game state is acquired is also referred to as "the number of probability change jackpots".

In the second embodiment, when the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game and the right to shift to the latent probability change game state is acquired, the big hit game is performed until the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times. Set the game state after the end of the game to the latent probability change game state (set the probability change operation number "∞ times", the time reduction operation number "∞ times", and the electric support operation number "0 times"). On the other hand, even if the game ball enters the specific area 548 during the execution of the big hit game and the right to shift to the latent probability change game state is acquired, if the limit counter reaches the upper limit number, the big hit game ends. The subsequent game state is forcibly set to the time-saving game state (probability variation operation number "0 times", time-saving operation number "100 times", electric support operation number "100 times" is set). In the second embodiment, the upper limit number of times (limit number of times) is set to "3 times".

Subsequently, the effect mode in the second embodiment will be described. In the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 44, a normal effect mode, a time saving effect mode, a latent probability change effect mode, and a pullback effect mode are set as a plurality of types of effect modes. Also in this second embodiment, there are a plurality of types of effect modes (normal effect mode, time saving effect mode, latent probability variation effect mode, pullback) according to the game state (or variation pattern selection state) managed on the main control board 100 side. Any one of the effect modes) is selectively set, and the variable effect according to the set effect mode is executed. In the following, the latent probability variation effect mode is also referred to as a “small hit RUSH mode”.

Basically, when the game state is the normal game state, the "normal effect mode" is set, and when the game state is the time-saving game state, the "time-saving effect mode" is set, and the game state is the latent probability change game state. When is, the "small hit RUSH mode" is set. However, when shifting to the time-saving gaming state based on the end of the probabilistic gaming state due to the activation of the limit function, the "pull-back effect" is displayed in the variable display of the limited number of times (100 times) immediately after the transition to the time-saving gaming state. The "mode" is set, and the "normal effect mode" is set when the variable display of the limited number of times (100 times) is finished. That is, when the gaming state shifts from the normal gaming state to the time-saving gaming state, the effect mode shifts from the "normal effect mode" to the "time-saving effect mode", while the game state changes from the latent probability change gaming state to the time-saving gaming state. When shifting, the effect mode shifts from the "small hit RUSH mode" to the "pull-back effect mode". Since the small hit RUSH mode is an effect mode set when the game state is the latent probability change game state, it is the effect mode during the most advantageous game state in this example.

Subsequently, the fluctuation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 46 is a comparison table of the fluctuation time of the special symbol in the second embodiment. In this second embodiment, the variation pattern table of the special symbol is omitted, but in reality, as in the first embodiment, the variation time (variation pattern) of the special symbol is the special symbol. It is selected by referring to the fluctuation pattern table.

In the figure (A), the fluctuation time of the special symbol when the gaming state is the normal gaming state is shown. The fluctuation time of the first special symbol is set to "3 seconds to 60 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is wrong, and is set to "30 seconds to 90 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit. ing. The fluctuation time of the second special symbol is set to "1000 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a small hit or a miss, and is set to "30 seconds to 90 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit. ing. That is, as for the fluctuation time of the second special symbol, an extremely long fluctuation time (1000 seconds) is set as compared with other fluctuation times, except when the result of the hit / fail determination is a big hit.

In the figure (B), the fluctuation time of the special symbol is shown when the gaming state is the reduced working hours gaming state. The fluctuation time of the first special symbol is set to "1 second to 60 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is wrong, and "30 seconds to 60 seconds" is set when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit. ing. The fluctuation time of the second special symbol is set to "1 second to 3 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is wrong, and is set to "0.5 second" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a small hit. If the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit, it is set to "30 seconds to 60 seconds".

In the figure (C), the fluctuation time of the special symbol when the gaming state is the latent probability changing gaming state is shown. The fluctuation time of the first special symbol is set to "1 second to 60 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is wrong, and "30 seconds to 60 seconds" is set when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit. ing. The fluctuation time of the second special symbol is set to "10 seconds to 35 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is wrong, and is set to "0.5 seconds" when the result of the hit / fail judgment is a small hit. If the result of the hit / fail judgment is a big hit, it is set to "30 seconds to 60 seconds". The reason why the fluctuation time when the result of the hit / fail judgment of the second special symbol is missed during the execution of the latent probability change game (small hit RUSH mode) is set to be somewhat longer is the big hit. This is to secure an effect scale for performing an effect of avoiding and inciting the continuation of the small hit RUSH mode.

Subsequently, the ordinary symbol lottery in the second embodiment will be described. FIG. 47 is a schematic diagram for explaining the ordinary symbol lottery in the second embodiment. (A) in the figure shows a normal symbol winning / failing lottery table, (B) in the figure shows a normal symbol variation pattern table, and (C) in the figure shows a normal electric accessory opening pattern table.

As shown in FIG. 47 (A), the hit probability of the normal symbol is set to "1 / 1.02" in the low base state where the electric chew support function is not operating, and the electric chew support function is operating. It is set to "1 / 1.01" in the high base state. Therefore, in the second embodiment, a hit is derived with an extremely high probability in the hit / fail determination of the normal symbol regardless of whether the gaming state is the low base state or the high base state.

As shown in FIG. 47 (B), the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set to "2 seconds" in the low base state in which the electric chew support function is not operating, and the high base state in which the electric chew support function is operating. Is set to "0.3 seconds".

As shown in FIG. 47 (C), the opening pattern of the ordinary electric accessory is "2 seconds open → 2 seconds closed → 2 seconds open → 2 seconds" in the low base state where the electric chew support function is not operating. It is set to "closed → open for 2 seconds" and set to "open for 5.9 seconds" in the high base state where the electric chew support function is operating. That is, as an opening pattern of a normal electric accessory, the opening operation for 2 seconds is performed three times in the low base state, and the opening operation for 5.9 seconds is performed only once in the high base state.

Therefore, the main flow at the time of winning the normal symbol game in the low base state is the fluctuation display of the normal symbol (0.3 seconds) → the stop time of the normal symbol (0.1 seconds) → the operation of the normal electric accessory. (Opening 2 seconds → Closing 2 seconds → Opening 2 seconds → Closing 2 seconds → Opening 2 seconds → Closing) → Normal electric accessory end demo (0.004 seconds). On the other hand, the main flow at the time of winning the normal symbol game in the high base state is the fluctuation display of the normal symbol (0.3 seconds) → the stop time of the normal symbol (0.1 seconds) → the operation of the normal electric accessory. (Opening 5.9 seconds → Closed) → Normal electric accessory end demo (0.004 seconds).

In the present embodiment, the winning probability of a small hit (about 1 / 1.11) in the second special symbol lottery is extremely high, and the game state in which the function for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol is activated (time saving game state, latent probability changing game). In the state), the fluctuation time of the small hit is set to an extremely short time (0.5 seconds), so even if the game state is a time-saving game state (high base state), the latent probability change game state (low base state). Even so, the small hit game frequently occurs when the game ball enters the second starting port 52. At this time, in the short-time game state (high base state), the game ball enters the second starting port 52 and is small when the normal electric accessory 522 is open for a long time (open for 5.9 seconds). Even if a hit is won, the game ball that hits right at the big winning opening 54 (the game ball that flows down the right area PA2) enters the ordinary electric accessory 522 that is open for a long time. Therefore, it is extremely difficult to increase the number of balls to be played by the small hit game because the large winning opening 54 cannot be reached. Even if the game ball enters and wins a small hit just before the normal electric accessory 522 closes, the subsequent game ball passes through the operation gate 53 until the ordinary electric accessory 522 is opened. Since the time of is set to a minute time (normal symbol fluctuation time = 0.3 seconds), the game ball that hits right aiming at the big winning opening 54 (the game ball that flows down the right area PA2) is immediately released. There is a high possibility that the ball will enter the ordinary electric accessory 522 (the large winning opening 54 cannot be reached). Therefore, in the short-time game state, even if small hits occur frequently, it is extremely difficult to allow the game ball to enter the large winning opening 54 during the execution of the small hit game, and the ball is substantially held. It cannot be increased.

On the other hand, in the latent probability changing game state (low base state), the game ball enters the second starting port 52 while the normal electric accessory 522 is short-opened (opened for 2 seconds) three times and is small. If a hit is won, the game ball hit right at the big winning opening 54 (the game ball flowing down the right area PA2) in the small hit game is displayed while the normal symbol is fluctuating (2 seconds) or is normally electric. It is possible to reach the big winning opening 54 by passing through the upper surface of the ordinary electric accessory 522 (movable member 524) that is closed for 2 seconds while the accessory is operating. Therefore, during the execution of the latent probability changing game state (small hit RUSH mode), the game ball is inserted into the second starting port 52 to display the variation of the second special symbol with high frequency until the next big hit occurs. During that time, it becomes a game that allows the small hit game to be executed frequently. As a result, every time a small hit game is executed, about 2 to 3 game balls are inserted into the large prize opening 54, and 20 to 30 prize balls can be continuously acquired (holding). It is possible to increase the number of spheres). Even in the normal game state, the winning probability of the small hit is set to a high probability, but the fluctuation time other than the big hit (small hit, the fluctuation time of the loss) is set to an extremely long time (1000 seconds). Therefore, even if the player plays a game aiming at a small hit by hitting right, the efficiency of digestion of the second special symbol is very poor, and the small hit cannot be made frequently.

Further, in the second embodiment, by executing the determination of the variation start condition between the first special symbol and the second special symbol according to the respective determination conditions, the variation display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 71 is performed. And the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 72 are performed in parallel. That is, in the first embodiment, even if the operation holding balls are present in both the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the number of operation holding balls is digested by one of the special symbols, and the first The special symbol and the second special symbol were so-called series models in which the winning / fail lottery and the variable display were not performed at the same time, but in the second embodiment, the first special symbol and the second special symbol are described. By separately digesting the operation hold balls corresponding to each, the so-called parallel model is adopted in which the first special symbol and the second special symbol are independently subjected to the winning / failing lottery and the variable display (specifically). Specifically, the above-mentioned change start condition (2) of the special symbol is "(2') Of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the special symbol having the operation holding ball is waiting for change." Model). Therefore, even if the game ball enters the second starting port 52 in the normal gaming state and the variation display of the second special symbol is performed for an extremely long time (1000 seconds), the second special symbol is displayed. Since the variation display of the first special symbol is performed in parallel with the variation display, the game is not delayed during the variation display of the second special symbol. In this parallel model, the result of the winning / failing lottery of the fluctuation executed on the other special symbol side at the time of the winning / failing lottery on one of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is a big hit. If the above is true, the winning / failing lottery for one of the special symbols will be executed so that it will not be a big hit (a small hit can be won). As a winning / failing lottery executed so as not to be a big hit, (a) the winning / failing lottery result is changed to "missing" when a big hit is made, (b) only the small hit judgment is performed, not only the big hit judgment (small). For models that do not hit, it is immediately decided to be "missing" without making a big hit judgment). In addition, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in any of the special symbols, the other symbol is stopped by "missing" regardless of the result of the lottery, and when any of the symbols is stopped and displayed in the small hit symbol. In order to prevent the special electric accessory 542 from being operated by the two special symbols, the variation display of the other symbol is interrupted (counting the variation time) while the special electric accessory 542 based on the small hit game is operating. To stop).

Next, the main game effects in the small hit RUSH mode will be described. When the effect mode is the small hit RUSH mode, it is possible to execute a look-ahead advance notice effect that suggests or notifies the possibility that the small hit RUSH mode will continue based on the preliminary determination result of the trigger hold. The lottery execution conditions for this look-ahead notice effect are (1) there are a plurality of operation hold balls of the second special symbol, and (2) there is at least one small hit hold in the preceding operation hold ball. , (3) There is no jackpot hold in the preceding operation hold ball. Therefore, as this lottery execution condition, a missed hold may exist in the preceding activated hold ball, but as a modification, all the preceding activated hold balls are small hit hold (there is no missed hold). That) may be a condition. In addition, when the fluctuation based on the operation hold ball (especially the big hit hold) of the first special symbol is executed, the above lottery execution condition is not satisfied, and after the look-ahead is won, the look-ahead notice lottery is won and the target. Even if the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is executed before the fluctuation of the operation holding ball becomes, the pre-reading notice is canceled. In addition, the operation hold ball (trigger hold) that is the target of the look-ahead notice lottery is an operation hold ball (big hit hold) in which the result of the preliminary judgment is a big hit, and an operation hold ball (small hit hold) in which the result of the preliminary judgment is a small hit. ), It may be either an operation hold ball (off hold) in which the result of the preliminary determination is off. In this look-ahead notice effect, a small hit occurs in one or more fluctuation displays (variation display performed when the preceding operation hold ball is digested) before the trigger hold is digested (in the small hit game). The game ball has entered the large winning opening 54) as an opportunity to start or proceed. That is, in the look-ahead notice effect, the result of the variation display corresponding to the preceding operation hold ball becomes a small hit, and the game ball is entered into the large winning opening 54 in the small hit game, and the predetermined effect mode is As a pre-reading notice result, the continuity of the small hit RUSH mode is suggested or notified based on the change of.

FIG. 48 is a schematic diagram showing an effect example of the look-ahead notice effect executed during the small hit RUSH. The pre-reading notice effect of this example is an effect of changing the level of the meter image (image imitating the meter) displayed on the screen when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54. The meter image is formed in a horizontally long band shape, and a scale (predetermined number of scales: 20 scales set in advance) is attached to the inside of the meter image. In this look-ahead notice production, the number of meters increases by a predetermined number each time the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, and when the number of meters reaches the specified number (20 scales), the small hit RUSH mode is continued. It is an effect result that affirms the sex (an effect result that denies that the small hit RUSH mode ends due to the occurrence of a big hit). In other words, as the expectation display (the number of meters when the effect progresses) of the look-ahead effect is displayed in a manner advantageous to the player, the possibility of a big hit in the trigger hold decreases.

As shown in (A) in the figure, when the effect mode is the small hit RUSH mode, the area at the upper part of the screen is a probable change big hit until the limit number of times (upper limit number) is reached in this small hit RUSH mode. The number of star images (2) corresponding to the number of times (latent probability variation jackpot) can be obtained is displayed, and the limit counter is set to 2 times depending on the number of black star images (1) (1 time remaining). To reach the limit number of times) is notified.

As shown in (B) in the figure, when the fourth operation holding ball (blue holding image in the drawing) is generated and the pre-reading notice effect is started with this operation holding ball as the trigger hold, the screen is displayed. In the upper area, a band image of the message "DANGER" is displayed to encourage whether the small hit RUSH mode continues and whether the limit counter until the end of the small hit RUSH mode is updated. , The meter image used in the look-ahead notice effect is displayed in the lower area of the screen. In this example, the pre-judgment result of the trigger hold (blue hold image) is "small hit", and the pre-judgment result of all of the preceding hold (all of the white hold image) is "small hit" or. It is said to be "off". As described above, the look-ahead effect may be started at the start of the small hit of the preceding "small hit" game or at the time of entering the large winning opening 54.

As shown in (C) in the figure, the preceding operation hold ball (first operation hold ball) is digested, and the small hit symbol (3, 3.1) is stopped and displayed at the end of the fluctuation display. By doing so, the small hit game will be started. As a modification, in the small hit RUSH mode, the small hit symbol is not limited to the one in which the three decorative symbols are not aligned, but the even number combination, the odd number combination, and the medium decorative symbol are performed by the special small hit symbol. It may be a thing. By doing so, it becomes possible to pay attention to whether or not a small hit is won (whether or not a chance to accumulate a meter can be obtained) when the symbol is stopped during the look-ahead effect.

As shown in (D) in the figure, when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54 during the execution of the small hit game, the number of meters increases by a predetermined number. The amount of increase (predetermined number) of the meter per one time (per ball entry) is determined by the production lottery, and the types of trigger hold are "small hit hold"> "missing hold"> "big hit hold". In order, the amount of increase in the meter is set to be high. After that, based on the occurrence of the small hit, each time the game ball enters the large winning opening 54 during the execution of the small hit game, the number of meters is increased by the number determined by the effect lottery.

As shown in (E) in the figure, when the number of meters reaches a specified number before the variation display corresponding to the trigger hold (blue hold image in the drawing) is executed, the small hit RUSH mode is produced as a result of the effect. Is suggested or notified that (the trigger hold is not the big hit hold that triggers the end of the small hit RUSH mode).

However, in reality, since the result of the pre-determination of the trigger hold (that is, whether or not the trigger hold is the big hit hold that triggers the end of the small hit RUSH) is determined in advance, the effect development according to the type (that is, whether or not the trigger hold is the big hit hold). The production result). That is, if the result of the pre-judgment of the trigger hold is a small hit or a miss, the effect result that affirms the continuity of the small hit RUSH mode (the effect that the number of meters finally reaches the specified number) is developed with high probability. If the result of the pre-determination of the trigger hold is a big hit, the continuity of the small hit RUSH or the maintenance of the limit counter is denied (the effect that the number of meters does not finally reach the specified number) is developed. As shown in FIG. 48, this effect result (continuity of the small hit RUSH mode) may be notified when the number of meters reaches a specified number (the look-ahead image of the meter or the like is erased within a certain period after the notification). ), The effect performed based on the jackpot judgment in the effect performed by digesting the trigger hold may be performed in association with the status of the meter, and may be notified during the fluctuation display (end of trigger fluctuation). Pre-read image erased according to).

As a modification of this look-ahead notice effect, when a prize ball is paid out based on a game ball entering the large winning opening 54 during a small hit game, the number of object images corresponding to the number of prize balls is displayed. By making it appear and moving the object image toward the meter image (by creating an effect that the object image is absorbed by the meter image), the number of meters is increased by the number of object images. It may be configured. The amount of increase in the meter may be a number corresponding to the number of prize balls (a fixed number) or a number (variable) determined by a production lottery. Further, the amount of change in the meter image is not an addition formula in which the number of meters increases each time the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, but a subtraction formula in which the number of meters decreases each time the game ball enters the large winning opening 54. May be adopted.

Further, as a modification of this look-ahead notice effect, the trigger for the gauge image to change may be other than the game ball entering the large winning opening 54. For example, the gauge image is displayed in the form of the physical strength of the ally character, and the gauge image (physical strength) that was initially full decreases at a constant speed with the passage of time, and the game ball wins a big prize 54. By entering the ball, a cheering message may be displayed on the screen and the gauge image may be increased by a certain amount (recovering a certain amount of physical strength). In addition to the fact that the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, the gauge image may change a little each time each variation display is executed, or b) the result of the variation display (result of the hit / fail judgment). It may change according to c) the content of the variable effect or the advance notice effect (big hit expectation, etc.). In addition, characters, characters, etc. are displayed in the area where the gauge has increased or decreased (the area where the effect changes and becomes visible after the effect is started), and the small hit RUSH mode is continued (big hit avoidance). Expectations may be suggested or communicated. Further, when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, not only the gauge image is changed (increased or changed), but also the item stock lottery may be executed. The items acquired in this item stock lottery are used in the production of fueling the continuity of the small hit RUSH mode in the variable display executed by digesting the trigger hold. The items acquired in the lottery may be ranked up according to the amount of change in the gauge image.

Further, as a modification of this look-ahead notice effect, when the trigger hold of the look-ahead notice effect is a missed hold, as a result of the preliminary determination of the missed hold, the fluctuation time (effect scale) rather than the ultra-shortening fluctuation or the shortened fluctuation. It may be conditional that a long fluctuation pattern (for example, normal fluctuation or N reach) is selected. In addition, a plurality of types of missing symbols (for example, the first missing symbol and the second missing symbol) are prepared, and as a result of the preliminary determination, the above-mentioned N reach is frequently selected. The second missing symbol is selected. It may be added as a condition that it is on hold and that the fluctuation pattern for the second missed symbol (the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the second missed symbol) is selected and held. That is, of the plurality of types of out-of-order hold, only the out-of-order hold having a specific pre-determination result may be set as the trigger hold to be the target of the look-ahead notice effect. Further, if the mode of notifying the effect result by holding the trigger of the pre-reading advance notice effect is adopted in this way, the target amount is not limited to the above-mentioned meter image display, and the target amount is not limited to the one around the screen. An effect display such as blue, green, red, or rainbow-colored flames may be used to suggest that the degree of expectation regarding the continuity of the small hit RUSH mode is stepped up.

Further, as a modification of this look-ahead notice effect, a plurality of types of small hit symbols (for example, the first small hit symbol and the second small hit symbol) are prepared, and the first small hit symbol is selected as a result of the preliminary determination. It is configured so that the execution frequency of the look-ahead notice effect, the degree of progress of the look-ahead notice effect, and the effect format (effect form) of the look-ahead notice effect differ depending on whether the second small hit symbol is selected. You may.

Furthermore, as a modification of this look-ahead notice production, as the jackpot type of the second special symbol, a high profit jackpot (10R long open jackpot) that can be expected to get a ball and a low profit jackpot (2R) that cannot be expected to get a ball. (Short open jackpot) is prepared, and regardless of which jackpot is won, the trigger is held under the condition that the production mode after the end of the jackpot game shifts to the small hit RUSH mode (latent probability change game state). If is a high-profit big hit (re-entry into the small hit RUSH mode), even if you try to execute a premier pattern that does not normally appear as a look-ahead notice effect or a changeable effect of the look-ahead target hold. good. In that case, since the variable effect of the trigger hold is fixed, it is preferable to switch to the special effect mode during the pre-reading advance notice effect as in the conventional look-ahead zone effect.

Further, as a modification of this look-ahead notice effect, instead of the effect progressing when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, the game ball enters the general winning opening 64, or the game ball. May be configured so that the production progresses when the ball enters one of the large winning opening 54 and the general winning opening 64.

As described above, according to the second embodiment, as the first barrier, by winning the big hit with a time reduction in the normal gaming state, the game shifts to the first advantageous gaming state (time saving gaming state), and as the second barrier, the first barrier. 1 The game property that the most advantageous game state is repeated multiple times on the condition that the most advantageous game state (latent probability change game state) is shifted to the most advantageous game state (latent probability change game state) by winning a conditional specific jackpot in the advantageous game state. It is configured as a game that can win big hits in multiple sets). Therefore, since there is a two-stage barrier until the game is in the most advantageous game state, it is possible to increase the amount of balls to be played when the jackpots are in a row in the most advantageous game state. It can be realized), and as a result, it becomes possible to improve the interest of the game.

Further, according to the second embodiment, during the execution of the latent probability changing game state (the most advantageous game state), the small hit RUSH mode in which the small hits are frequently generated until the big hits occur and the number of balls to be output is increased by the small hit games. While maintaining the playability, during the execution of the short-time game state (advantageous game state), the small hit game is suppressed to a certain range by preventing the small hit game from functioning substantially while causing the small hit frequently. Therefore, it is possible to realize a well-balanced playability while reducing the tension throughout each game state, and as a result, it is possible to improve the fun of the game. Further, according to the second embodiment, as long as the game is continued in a game mode in which the second special symbol, which is the main body of the game, is changed, the small hit RUSH mode can be repeatedly executed until a plurality of big hits are obtained. Even if a big hit occurs immediately after shifting to the small hit RUSH mode, it is possible to prevent the small hit RUSH mode from ending without being fully enjoyed.

Further, according to the second embodiment, by executing a look-ahead notice effect of the content that affirms the continuity of the small hit RUSH mode (most advantageous gaming state) by denying the occurrence of the big hit, it may be a normal game development. For example, while the occurrence of a big hit is the most advantageous situation for the player, in the pre-reading notice effect during this small hit RUSH mode (during the most advantageous gaming state), the small hit RUSH mode (the most advantageous gaming state) due to the occurrence of a big hit. It is possible to create a production of a novel idea that has never existed before, foretelling that it is a situation that can be disadvantageous to the player that the game will end, and as a result, it will be possible to improve the interest of the game. ..

Further, according to the second embodiment, the small hit game is frequently generated when the game state is the latent probability change game state (the most advantageous game state), and the small hit game is being executed during the execution of the small hit game. By starting or advancing the pre-reading notice effect when the game ball enters the large winning opening 54, the frequent occurrence state of small hits (latent probability change game state) continues according to the frequency of small hit games. Since it is possible to incite whether or not to do so, the fun of the small hit game (small hit RUSH mode) can be doubled, and as a result, the fun of the game can be improved. In addition, by adopting a method of advancing the look-ahead effect according to the ball entering the large winning opening 54 during the small hit game, the look-ahead effect is advanced once for each change up to the conventional hold of the look-ahead target. Unlike this, since it is possible to execute the progress of the look-ahead effect a plurality of times for each change up to the hold to be read-ahead, it is possible to provide a new hobby of the look-ahead effect that has never existed before.

(Modification 1 of the second embodiment)
The upper limit of the limit function may be configured to be different depending on the stop symbol of the second special symbol or the stop symbol of the decorative symbol at the time of the first big hit winning, which triggers the transition to the small hit RUSH mode, or the first special. An electric support probability change (high base transition) jackpot is provided for at least one of the symbol and the second special symbol, and the limit number of times is reduced or reset until the transition to the latent probability change gaming state, and the latent probability change game state. A configuration may be adopted in which the remaining limit number of times when shifting to is indefinite. By doing so, since the upper limit number of times of the limit function is variable, it is possible to produce an effect such as different expectations depending on the character in the small hit RUSH mode. When the jackpot symbol of the decorative symbol is character A, the upper limit number of times (or the remaining number of times) until the limit is reached is set to "2 times" (substantially until one jackpot is subtracted in the small hit RUSH mode). If the jackpot symbol of the decorative symbol is character B, the upper limit is set to "3 times" (substantially until two jackpots are drawn in the small hit RUSH mode), and the jackpot symbol of the decorative symbol is character C. In some cases, the upper limit is set to "4 to 5 times" (substantially until 3 to 4 big hits are subtracted in the small hit RUSH mode).

(Modification 2 of the second embodiment)
In the above-mentioned second embodiment, when the result of the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol is a big hit, it is only a big hit without electric support (2R short open big hit), but as a modification thereof, for example, the distribution rate is used. A big hit without electric support and a big hit with electric support (number of times of electric support operation: ∞ times) may be prepared at a ratio of 50:50. In this way, when a big hit with electric support is obtained, even if there is a high probability, it will be in a high base game state, and as mentioned above, it is difficult to obtain a small hit ball, so electric support. No jackpot will be drawn, or the ball will be controlled to a game state where the current state is maintained or slightly reduced until the limit is reached. By doing so, it is possible to set whether to increase the number of balls to be ejected in the small hit RUSH mode to the large winning opening 54 or to increase the number of prize balls per ball, and to eject balls per small hit. Even if the amount is increased, it is possible to further increase the ball ejection feeling in the small hit RUSH mode while keeping it within the design standard of the gaming machine. In addition, as the jackpot attribute of the second special symbol, the RUSH transition specific jackpot that shifts to the latent probability variable gaming state by passing through a specific area and the high probability high base specific jackpot that does not shift to the latent probability variable gaming state are included in the conditional specific jackpot. If the trigger hold is a RUSH transition specific jackpot (a jackpot that triggers a transition to the small hit RUSH mode (latent probability variation game state) again after the jackpot game ends), a success effect is executed. Therefore, if the trigger hold is a conditional high-probability high-base specific jackpot (shift to the high-probability high-base game effect mode (not shown in FIG. 44)), the failure effect may be executed.

[Third Embodiment]
Next, the pachinko gaming machine according to the third embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment basically has the same configuration as the pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to the portions having the same configuration. The explanation is omitted, and the different parts are mainly explained.

The pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment is a so-called type 1 type 2 type mixed type gaming machine (generally also referred to as a small hit V) having both the first type gaming property and the second type gaming property. In other words, the pachinko gaming machine of this model has the first type of gameplay that executes a big hit game by stopping and displaying the variable display result of the special symbol with the big hit symbol, and the variable display result of the special symbol stops with the small hit symbol. It has a second type of playability in which a game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 that has been opened by displaying the game passes through a specific area 548 to execute a big hit game.

The pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment basically has the same board configuration as the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment. Hereinafter, the board configuration of the pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment is shown in FIG. Etc. will be described as appropriate. In the pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment, only a single large winning opening 54 is mounted in the gaming area PA. That is, also in the third embodiment, the big winning opening 54 is configured to open and close during the execution of the special game (big hit game, small hit game). As described above, the inside of the large winning opening 54 is provided with a movable member 545 that selectively guides the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 to the specific area 548 or the non-specific area 549, and the specific area 548. A specific area switch 547 for detecting a game ball that has entered the specific area 548 is provided inside. Since the configuration of the large winning opening 54 is described in detail in the above-mentioned first embodiment (see FIG. 3), duplicate description will be omitted here. In the first embodiment and the second embodiment, the game ball that has entered the big winning opening 54 during the big hit game passes through the specific area 548 (detected by the specific area switch 547), and the big hit. The configuration was such that the right to make a probable transition after the end of the game was granted, but in the third embodiment, the game ball that entered the large winning opening 54 during the small hit game passes through the specific area 548 (specific area switch). (Detected in 547), the right to develop into a big hit game is granted after the end of the small hit game. In this third embodiment, all of the game balls that have entered the large winning opening 54 in the small hit game pass through the specific area 548. However, due to the distribution means provided in the large winning opening 54, the game balls that have entered the large winning opening 54 in the small hit game have a predetermined ratio (for example, a ratio of 1: 1 or 1: 2, 2: 1). In, a configuration that is selectively distributed to the specific area 548 and the non-specific area 549 may be adopted.

The winning / failing determination (big hit lottery) of the special symbol in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 49 is a schematic diagram showing a special symbol winning / failing lottery table according to the third embodiment. The pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment is not equipped with a special symbol probability fluctuation function, and the jackpot winning probability is always constant. As shown in FIG. 49, in the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol, the winning probability of the big hit is set to "about 1/319". On the other hand, in the winning / failing lottery of the second special symbol, the winning probability of the big hit is set to "about 1/319" and the winning probability of the small hit is set to "about 1/4". That is, the winning probability of the big hit is designed to be equal between the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol and the winning / failing lottery of the second special symbol. On the other hand, the small hit is set in the winning / failing lottery of the second special symbol, but is not set in the winning / failing lottery of the first special symbol. It should be noted that a small hit may be provided in the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol so that the small hit is won in both the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol and the hit / fail determination of the second special symbol. However, in that case, the winning probability of the small hit in the winning or losing lottery of the second special symbol is set to be relatively higher than the winning probability of the small hit in the winning or losing lottery of the first special symbol. Is preferable. In such a third embodiment, in the time-saving gaming state, the second special symbol is changed to acquire a small hit at an early stage, and the game is to acquire a ball, so that the second special symbol is used. It is preferable to adopt preferential digestion.

Subsequently, the big hit type and the small hit type in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 50 is a schematic diagram showing a special symbol big hit symbol table and a special symbol small hit symbol table in the third embodiment.

FIG. 50A is a diagram schematically showing the first special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this first special symbol jackpot symbol table, for the special symbol per symbol random value, the symbol group, the jackpot type, the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game, the opening time of the big winning opening 54 of each round, and the number of time-saving operations (electricity). The number of support operations) is associated with each other (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the first special symbol jackpot symbol table, two types of symbol groups A and B are set according to the type of jackpot. Specifically, it is divided into a symbol group A (10R time reduction big hit 1) and a symbol group B (10R time reduction no big hit). In both the 10R time-reduced jackpot 1 (symbol group A) and the 10R time-saving no jackpot (symbol group B), the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game is 2 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is It takes about 30 seconds. Further, for the 10R time-saving jackpot 1 (symbol group A), the time-saving operation number "∞ times (100 times)" and the electric support operation number "∞ times (100 times)" are set, and the time-saving game state is set after the big hit game is completed. Move to. In the 10R non-time reduction big hit (symbol group B), the time reduction operation number and the electric support operation number are set to "0 times", and the game shifts to the normal game state after the big hit game is completed. As described above, since the small hit is not set as a result of the hit / fail determination of the first special symbol, the first special symbol small hit symbol table is not prepared.

FIG. 50B is a diagram schematically showing a second special symbol jackpot symbol table. In this second special symbol jackpot symbol table, for the special symbol per symbol random value, the symbol group, the jackpot type, the specified number of rounds of the jackpot game, the opening time of the big winning opening 54 of each round, and the number of time-saving operations (electricity). The number of support operations) is associated with each other (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). In the second special symbol jackpot symbol table, two types of symbol groups C and D are set according to the type of jackpot. Specifically, it is divided into a big hit with 10R time reduction (symbol group C) and a big hit with 2R time reduction (symbol group D). In the big hit 2 (design C) with 10R time reduction, the specified number of rounds of the big hit game is 10 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 30 seconds. In the big hit with 2R time reduction (design D), the specified number of rounds of the big hit game is 2 rounds, and the maximum opening time of the big winning opening 54 in one round game is about 30 seconds in the first round and about 30 seconds in the second round. It takes about 2 seconds. In addition, the 10R time reduction jackpot 2 (symbol group C) and the 2R time reduction jackpot (symbol group D) both have a time reduction operation count of "∞ times (100 times)" and an electric support operation count of "∞ times (100 times)". Is set, and after the end of the big hit game, the game shifts to the time-saving game state.

FIG. 50C is a diagram schematically showing a second special symbol small hit symbol table. In this second special symbol small hit symbol table, for the special symbol hit symbol random value, the symbol group, the small hit type, the number of times and the opening time of the big winning opening 54 of the small hit game, the opening time, and the specified round after the development of the big hit The number and the number of time-saving operations (the number of electric support operations) are associated with each other (in this example, the description of the stop symbol is omitted for convenience). Specifically, it is divided into a symbol group E (small hit 1) and a symbol group F (small hit 2). In each of the small hits 1 and 2 (design groups E and F), the large winning opening 54 is opened once, and the opening time of the large winning opening 54 is set to about 1.6 seconds. Further, the small hits 1 and 2 (symbol groups E and F) are all small hit types that develop into a big hit when the game ball that has entered the large winning opening 54 in the small hit game passes through the specific area 548. .. That is, the small hit 1 (symbol group E) is a small hit type that triggers the control of the second and subsequent rounds to develop into a big hit game equivalent to the above-mentioned "10R time saving big hit 2 (symbol group C)". The small hit 2 (symbol group F) is a small hit type that triggers the control of the second and subsequent rounds to develop into a big hit game equivalent to the above-mentioned "2R time saving big hit (symbol group D)". In the following description, the big hit generated by the game ball passing through the specific area 548 in the small hit game is also referred to as "V big hit" or "small hit development big hit". In addition, when the term "big hit" is used below, it shall include small hit V (small hit development big hit), except in special cases.

Subsequently, the gaming state in the third embodiment will be described. FIG. 51 is a transition diagram of the gaming state and the effect mode in the third embodiment. In the third embodiment, a normal gaming state and a time-saving gaming state are set as a plurality of types of gaming states. The types of the gaming state are as follows: 1) The gaming state in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol does not operate and the fluctuation time shortening function and the electric chew support function of the special symbol operate is referred to as a "time saving state" or a "time saving gaming state". 2) A gaming state in which all functions are not activated is referred to as a "normal gaming state" or a "normal gaming state". It can be said that the "time-saving gaming state" is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the "normal gaming state". Therefore, in the third embodiment, the time-saving gaming state is also referred to as "advantageous gaming state" or "most advantageous gaming state" as a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. In addition, each gaming state is determined by the combination of the operating state of the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol (high probability state / low probability state) and the operating state of the electric chew support function (high base state / low base state) (1). ) The time-saving gaming state can be expressed as "low probability high base state", and (2) the normal gaming state can be expressed as "low probability low base state".

Of the above jackpot types, when "10R jackpot with time reduction 1" is won, the gaming state after the jackpot game is completed does not depend on the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot. The number of times the electric support is operated 100 times) is set. In addition, among the above jackpot types, when "10R no time reduction jackpot" is won, if the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot is the normal gaming state, the normal gaming state (time reduction operation) is the gaming state after the jackpot game is completed. If the number of times 0 times, the number of times of electric support operation is 0) is set and the game state at the time of winning the big hit is the time-saving game state, the time-saving game state (100 times of time-saving operation times, electric support) is set as the game state after the end of the big hit game. The number of operations (100 times) is set. In addition, among the above jackpot types, when "10R time reduction with jackpot 2" or "2R time reduction with jackpot 2" is won, the game state after the end of the jackpot game is shortened regardless of the game state at the time of winning the jackpot. The game state (time reduction operation number 100 times, electric support operation number 100 times) is set. On the other hand, when "small hit 1" or "small hit 1" is won, the game state after the end of the big hit game is provided on condition that the game ball is passed through the specific area 548 to generate a big hit in the small hit game. As a result, a time-saving game state (time-saving operation number 100 times, electric support operation number 100 times) is set. In the small hit game in the present embodiment, when the game ball is launched, it is controlled so that the game ball can almost certainly pass through a specific area and develop into a big hit, and "small hit" = "big hit". There is a relationship. Therefore, even if "small hit 1" or "small hit 2" is won, if the game ball cannot be passed to the specific area 548 in the small hit game and does not develop into a big hit, before and after the small hit game. Assuming that the game state does not change, the designer's unintended capture of avoiding the disadvantageous "small hit 2" passing through the specific area and obtaining the advantageous "small hit 1" passing through the specific area is possible. Therefore, it is preferable to end the time-saving game state when the "small hit" is won, or to end the time-saving game state by executing the small hit game a plurality of times (for example, twice).

The pachinko gaming machine of the third embodiment is given a time saving triggered by a big hit with the first special symbol or the second special symbol, up to a preset upper limit number of times (also referred to as "limit number of times"). It has a limiter function to limit the number of consecutive gaming states (number of consecutive occurrences). The above-mentioned game state control means 165 includes a limit counter that counts the number of consecutive times (the number of consecutive times determined to shift to the time-saving game state) that the right to shift to the time-saving game state is acquired as the game state after the end of the big hit game. ing.

The limit counter is a symbol group (symbol groups A, C, D and during the time-saving game) that triggers the transition from the game state after the end of the big hit game to the time-saving game state in the stop symbol determination (big hit symbol determination) of the special symbol. It is added based on the fact that the symbol group B) is selected (that is, the jackpot with a time reduction is derived as the jackpot type). In addition, the limit counter is added based on the occurrence of the small hit V that triggers the transition of the gaming state after the end of the big hit game to the time-saving gaming state. In the following, for convenience of explanation, the number of consecutive times in which the right to shift to the time-saving gaming state is acquired is also referred to as "time-saving big hit number".

In the third embodiment, when the right to shift to the time-saving game state is acquired based on the occurrence of the big hit with time reduction or the small hit V, the game state after the end of the big hit game is shortened until the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times. Set to the game state (set the time saving operation number "∞ times (100 times)" and the electric support operation number "∞ times (100 times)"). On the other hand, even if the right to shift to the time-saving game state is acquired based on the occurrence of the big hit with time reduction or the small hit V, if the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times, the game state after the end of the big hit game is forcibly forced. Set to the normal game state (set the time saving operation number "0 times" and the electric support operation number "0 times"). In the second embodiment, the upper limit number of times (limit number of times) is set to "5 times".

Subsequently, the effect mode in the third embodiment will be described. In the third embodiment, as shown in FIG. 51, a normal effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a pullback effect mode are set as a plurality of types of effect modes. Also in this third embodiment, among a plurality of types of effect modes (normal effect mode, time saving effect mode, pullback effect mode), depending on the game state (or variation pattern selection state) managed on the main control board 100 side. Any one of the above is selectively set, and the variable effect according to the set effect mode is executed.

Basically, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, the "normal effect mode" is set, and when the gaming state is the time-saving gaming state, the "time-saving effect mode" is set. However, when the time-saving game state ends when the limit function is activated, or when the time-saving game state ends when the number of times the special symbol changes is displayed reaches 100 times, and the game shifts to the normal game state. , "Pullback effect mode" is set in the variable display of the limited number of times (4 times) immediately after the transition to the normal game state, and when the variable display of the limited number of times (4 times) is finished, the "normal effect mode" is set. Is set. In addition, the limited number of times "4 times" corresponds to the maximum number of reserved balls for the second special symbol, and is the number of times based on the premise that the number of reserved balls is 4 at the end of the big hit and the small hit fluctuation at the end of the time-saving game. If the number of holds is less than 4, the limited number of times is less than 4, which is the same as the number of holds.

As described above, the time-saving gaming state is supposed to end when the number of variable display times (total number of variable display times) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol reaches 100 times. As the end condition of the time-saving gaming state, the end condition shown below may be added or changed to the end condition shown below. The end conditions are as follows: a) the number of variations of the first special symbol has reached the first number, b) the number of variations of the second special symbol has reached the second number, and c) the first special symbol. It is preferable to adopt at least one of the conditions that the number of times of variation display has reached the third number of times (= first number of times + second number of times-1 time). As the first number of times, "5 times", which is larger than the maximum number of balls on hold for operation of the first special symbol, is optimal. Further, when only the second number of times is adopted as the end condition (or additional end condition), it is preferable to set the second number of times to "100 times". Further, it is preferable that the third number of times is at least "100 times" or less.

Next, the main game production in the time saving production mode will be described. When the effect mode is the time saving effect mode, a battle effect in which the ally character plays against the enemy character is executed. This battle effect has the same configuration as the second battle effect (battle effect in the probabilistic game state) exemplified in the first embodiment, and the differences from the second battle effect will be mainly described below. Here, in the battle production of this example, as in the second battle production described above, a maximum of four battle productions can be executed until the limit counter reaches the upper limit number of times, but the final battle. The production content of the production (fourth battle production) is different from the above-mentioned second battle production.

When the effect mode is the time-saving effect mode, if the result of the hit / fail determination of the special symbol corresponds to a big hit, a battle effect (battle reach effect) in which the ally character plays against the enemy character is executed in the variable display. That is, the jackpot is determined when the variable display develops into a battle reach, and the type of jackpot is suggested or notified according to the outcome of the battle effect. Here, when the effect mode is the time-saving effect mode, the game is right-handed aiming at the second starting port 52, and the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly performed. Therefore, in this example, the battle effect occurs in the variable display (SP reach) of the second special symbol. Therefore, it is determined that if the ally character wins the battle production, it becomes a high profit jackpot (10R time reduction jackpot 2), and if the ally character loses the battle production, it becomes a low profit jackpot (2R time reduction no jackpot 2).

Here, in the process of selecting the fluctuation pattern when a big hit occurs, if the limit counter is a big hit or a small hit that does not trigger the arrival of the upper limit, a non-special fluctuation pattern is selected as the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol, and the fluctuation thereof. A normal battle effect (similar to the second battle effect of the first embodiment) is executed on the display. On the other hand, in the case of a big hit or a small hit that triggers the limit counter to reach the upper limit, a special fluctuation pattern is selected as the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol, and a special battle effect (“final battle effect”) is displayed in the variation display. Call) is executed. This special fluctuation pattern is a fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time of the special symbol is set to a relatively long time (for example, 60 seconds) as compared with the non-special fluctuation pattern, and it triggers the limit counter to reach the upper limit number of times. It is not selected except for big hits. The final battle production is a highly rare premier production in which a friendly character plays against the strongest enemy character (so-called last boss). During the execution of this final battle effect, the message "Let's collect 4 holds" is displayed on the screen. That is, during the execution of the final battle effect (variation display of the final round), the player is instructed to enter the game ball into the second starting port 52 and generate as many operation-holding balls of the second special symbol as possible. To arouse. As a result, even if the final battle production (variation display of the final round that triggers the reaching of the limit) ends and the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game falls to the normal gaming state, immediately after the transition to the normal gaming state. In the fluctuation display of 4 rotations of, by digesting the operation hold balls (4 operation hold balls) of the 2nd special symbol accumulated so far to generate big hits and small hits, the time saving game state again. Increases the possibility of pulling back to. Therefore, as described above, the effect scale (variation time of the special fluctuation pattern) of the final battle effect is set to a relatively long time, and the game ball is entered into the second starting port 52 to operate the second special symbol. We have enough time to generate a reserved ball. In addition, since the occurrence of the final battle effect is an effect that triggers the activation of the limit function (the opportunity to end the time-saving game state), the effect that the ally character is defeated by the enemy character (last boss) regardless of the type of jackpot. It becomes the content. However, if the pending Uchirenso is established when this big hit (the big hit that triggers the limit to be reached) occurs, the content may be such that the ally character wins the enemy character (last boss) in the final battle production.

In addition, in the pull-back effect mode (normal game state) that shifts after reaching the limit, the time-saving game is displayed in the variable display of a predetermined number of times immediately after shifting to the pull-back effect mode (variable display corresponding to the operation holding ball of the second special symbol). It is possible to perform a chance production that fuels the possibility of pulling back the state. The predetermined number of times is "4 times" corresponding to the maximum number of operation holding balls of the second special symbol. That is, this predetermined number of times is a pullback period using the operation holding ball of the second special symbol (remaining holding carried over from the time saving gaming state to the normal gaming state) generated during the execution of the time saving gaming state. Therefore, the pull-back effect mode ends when the operation holding ball of the second special symbol generated during the execution of the time-saving game state disappears.

The first chance production is a so-called tenpai production that fuels whether or not it develops into reach. As the first chance effect, if the tempai symbol of the enemy character is established at the time of reach development during the variable display of the decorative symbol, the jackpot expectation becomes high expectation (about 50%) at that time. On the other hand, if the decorative symbol becomes the tempai symbol of the ally character, the big hit is confirmed at that point. In addition, as an effect of the pullback effect mode, the look-ahead information related to the operation holding ball of the second special symbol is determined when the limit is reached, and the second chance effect described later is executed as a highly expected chance effect that can be expected to be pulled back more. Have a case.

In the second chance effect, the pre-judgment results of the four operation-holding balls scheduled to be digested immediately after shifting to the pullback effect mode are pre-reading lottery, and each of the four variable displays immediately after shifting to the pullback effect mode is displayed. It is a look-ahead effect that informs in advance of the effect mode that appears. Therefore, in the second chance effect, based on the preliminary determination result, the effect mode (variable effect mode) of the first to fourth rotations after entering the pullback effect mode is pre-read lottery, and 1 after entering this pullback effect mode. At the start of the variation display of the rotation turn, the look-ahead result (the effect mode of the first rotation to the fourth rotation) is suggested or notified. In the variation display of the first to fourth rotations, the variation pattern selection state is switched to the special selection state, and the reach effect is executed in each variation display regardless of the result of the hit / fail judgment. .. As the types of this reach production, high expectation reach production, medium expectation reach production, and low expectation reach production are prepared, in the order of low expectation reach production <medium expectation reach production <high expectation reach production. The jackpot expectation is set high. Regarding the above-mentioned pre-judgment result, only the pre-judgment result of the hit / fail is targeted, and the pre-judgment result of the stop symbol and the fluctuation pattern is excluded from the target. You need to look ahead. Therefore, as the fluctuation pattern (variation effect mode), "high expectation reach effect" is selected relatively frequently when the result of the hit / fail judgment corresponds to a big hit, and "medium expectation degree" when it corresponds to a small hit. "Pattern" is selected relatively frequently, and "low expectation reach effect" is selected relatively frequently when it corresponds to an outlier. In addition, you may prepare a certain reach effect (premium reach effect) that is selected when it corresponds to a big hit.

Next, an example of the second chance production will be described. FIG. 52 is a schematic diagram showing an effect example of the second chance effect.

As shown in (A) in the figure, when the player falls from the time saving effect mode to the pullback effect mode, a screen notifying that the user has entered the pullback effect mode is displayed.

As shown in (B) in the figure, as an introduction effect of the second chance effect, the message "This time's trials are these 4" is displayed, and any of the 4 trials (4 times variable display) is cleared. Then, it is suggested that the time saving effect mode (time saving game state) can be pulled back.

As shown in (C) in the figure, four selected images (selected images corresponding to the variable display of the first to fourth rotations) are displayed on the screen, and the effect mode of each variable display is set in each selected image. By displaying the related image, the jackpot expectation of the reach effect that appears in each variation display is suggested. In the illustrated example, a predetermined number of stars are displayed in each selected image, and the number of stars is used to suggest or notify the big hit (small hit) expectation of each SP reach effect (each variation display). The larger the number of stars, the higher the expectation of a big hit (small hit) (the appearance rate of SP reach production with a high expectation of a big hit increases).

[Common transformation example]
Next, common modifications of the first to third embodiments will be described. The gaming machine according to this common modification basically has the same configuration as the gaming machine according to any one of the above-mentioned first embodiment to the third embodiment, and hereinafter, the same configuration is used. The same reference numerals are given to the parts having the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted, and different parts will be mainly described.

<Common modification 1>
In the above-described embodiment, a model in which only one large winning opening is mounted in the game area has been described as an example, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the first is provided with a specific area (probability variation area, V area). A model equipped with two or more large winning openings, that is, a large winning opening of No. 1 and a second large winning opening that does not have a specific area (probability variation area, V area) may be adopted. For example, the first big winning opening and the second big winning opening may be arranged substantially vertically side by side below the second starting opening in the right side area of the game area. In that case, the number of prize balls (unit number of prize balls) paid out when the game ball enters the first big prize opening and the number of prize balls when the game ball enters the second big prize opening. The number of prize balls to be paid out (unit number of prize balls) may be the same or different. Further, the board area where the first big winning opening is arranged and the board area where the second big winning opening is arranged may be the same area or different areas. For example, one large winning opening may be arranged below the first starting opening, and the other large winning opening may be arranged below the second starting opening. In addition, in the case of adopting the two large winning openings in the third embodiment, the large winning opening opened in the big hit game and the large winning opening opened in the small hit game may be different. ..

<Common deformation example 2>
In the above-described embodiment, the latent probability changing gaming state is defined as a gaming state in which the probability fluctuation function of the special symbol and the variation time shortening function of the special symbol are activated and the electric chew support function is not activated, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the latent probability changing gaming state may be defined as a gaming state in which only the probability variation function of the special symbol is activated and the variation time shortening function and the electric chew support function of the special symbol are not activated.

<Common modification 3>
In the above-described embodiment, a game effect using a meter image is provided. For the meter image, for example, a display area of a meter image for a normal game state is provided on the left side of the screen, and a probability variation game is provided on the right side of the screen. A display area for meter images for a state or a time-saving gaming state may be provided, and the display / non-display of each meter image may be selectively switched according to the gaming state. Specifically, when the game state is the normal state, the left-handed game is mainly executed, so the meter image is displayed on the left side of the screen, and when the game state is the probable change state or the time-saving game state, the right side is mainly executed. Since the hitting game is executed, it is preferable to display the meter image on the right side of the screen.

<Common modification 4>
In the first and second embodiments described above, an example is described in which the number of times the time-saving gaming state is continued when the limit is reached is fixed at "100 times" so that the game state can be easily returned to the most advantageous gaming state. However, depending on the jackpot symbol when the limit is reached, the number of times the time-saving game state is continued when the V prize is not won is different (for example, "60 times", "80 times", "100 times", etc.), which is the most advantageous. The possibility of returning to the game state may be different, and the effect control is executed such as executing the effect mode according to the number of continuations, or performing the effect of adding the number of continuations of the time-saving game state in the common effect mode. May be. Further, with respect to the big hit that breaks through the first barrier, a specification may be adopted in which the number of times the short-time game state is continued differs depending on the special symbol (big hit symbol) displayed as a stop.

Finally, in order to make it easier to clearly understand the technical significance of the above-described embodiments (first to third embodiments) and modified examples, the problems corresponding to the above-described embodiments and modified examples will be outlined at the end. ..

Some conventional pachinko gaming machines shift to a probabilistic gaming state in which the winning probability (big hit probability) of the above-mentioned winning / failing judgment is higher than the normal probability after the end of the special game. If it is continuous, the player's gambling spirit may become too high, so in order to suppress it, the number of consecutive transitions to the probabilistic gaming state is counted, and the number of continuous transitions to the probabilistic gaming state is a predetermined limit number of times. Is known to have a limit function for limiting the upper limit (see, for example, "Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2017-35139").

In addition, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine, various types such as reach production and advance notice production are performed according to the variable display of the decorative pattern that shows the result of the hit / fail judgment performed based on the ball entering the starting port of the game ball. A game effect is executed, and a feeling of expectation for a big hit is given to the player (see, for example, "Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2011-255039").

Further, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine, when the result of the above-mentioned hit / fail determination corresponds to a small hit, it is known to execute a small hit game in which the earned profit is relatively lower than that of the big hit game (for example, "" Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2012-152370 ”).

Further, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine, before the above-mentioned hit / fail judgment is executed, a pre-judgment is made for the undigested operation-holding ball, and the information based on the pre-judgment result is given to the player in advance. A look-ahead notice effect for notifying is known (see, for example, "Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2014-208189").

However, since many pachinko gaming machines that adopt such a configuration already exist as conventional models, it is required to further improve the interest of the game in order to differentiate from the conventional models. ..

Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the above embodiment and the modified example, the above-mentioned configuration is adopted for the purpose of improving the interest of the game, and the above-mentioned action and effect are achieved.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiments and modifications, and can be appropriately improved as long as it does not deviate from the gist of the present invention. In addition, each component described in the above-described embodiment and modification is appropriately combined, or a part of each component described in the above-described embodiment and modification is deleted or converted by a well-known / conventional technique or the like. Also included in the scope of the present invention.

PM Pachinko game machine PA Game area 1 Outer frame 2 Front frame 5 Glass frame 20 Game board 51 1st starting port 52 2nd starting port 53 Acting gate 54 Large winning opening 70 Production display device 71 1st special symbol display device 72 2nd Special symbol display device 100 Main control board 200 Production control board 300 Image control board 400 Payout control board 511 First start port switch 521 Second start port switch 531 Operation gate switch 541 Grand prize opening switch 547 Specific area switch 548 Specific area

Claims (1)

A game board with a game area formed,
A first starting port provided at a predetermined position in the game area and into which a game ball can enter,
A second starting port, which is provided at a position different from the first starting port in the game area and changes between an open state in which the game ball is easy to enter and a closed state in which the game ball is difficult to enter.
A first random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number value triggered by the entry of a game ball into the first start port,
A second random number acquisition means for acquiring a random number value triggered by the entry of a game ball into the second starting port,
The first hit / fail determination means that executes the hit / fail judgment based on the random number value acquired by the first random number acquisition means, and
A second hit / fail determination means that executes a hit / fail judgment based on the random number value acquired by the second random number acquisition means, and
A large winning opening provided in the game area, which is opened according to the result of the hit / fail judgment by the first hit / miss determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / miss determination means, and allows the game ball to enter.
A specific area through which the game ball that has entered the big winning opening can pass, and
When the result of the hit / fail judgment by the first hit / miss determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / miss determination means is a big hit, the big hit game execution means capable of shifting to the big hit game accompanied by the opening of the big winning opening, and the big hit game execution means.
At least when the result of the hit / fail determination by the second hit / fail determination means is a small hit, the small hit game execution means capable of shifting to the small hit game accompanied by the opening of the big winning opening, and the small hit game execution means.
The normal probability state in which the result of the first hit / fail determination and the result of the second hit / fail determination are big hits with a predetermined probability, and the result of the first hit / miss determination and the result of the second hit / miss determination are the predetermined probabilities. Probability state control means that has a high probability state that becomes a big hit with a higher probability than that, and controls the transition to a normal gaming state or a high probability state.
It has a normal ball entry state and a ball entry easy state in which it is easier to enter the second starting port than the normal ball entry state, and controls the transition to the normal ball entry state or the ball entry easy state. State control means and
A first symbol display device in which the first symbol showing the result of the hit / fail determination by the first hit / fail determination means is variable-displayed and stopped-displayed, and
A second symbol display device in which the second symbol showing the result of the hit / fail determination by the second hit / fail determination means is variable-displayed and stopped-displayed, and
The first symbol display control means for variable display and stop display of the first symbol in the first symbol display device, and
A second symbol display control means for variable display and stop display of the second symbol in the second symbol display device, and
An effect display device that displays an effect suggesting the result of the pass / fail determination by the first pass / fail determination means or the result of the pass / fail determination by the second pass / fail determination means.
It is provided with an effect determining means for determining the effect content to be displayed on the effect display device.
In the big hit game, the game ball passes through the specific area in the big winning opening, so that it is possible to shift to the high probability state after the end of the big hit game.
The probability that the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / fail determination means will be a small hit is set higher than the probability that the result will be a big hit.
The result of the hit / fail judgment by the first hit / miss determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / fail determination means becomes a big hit, and the stop symbol of the first symbol or the second symbol indicating the big hit becomes a predetermined jackpot symbol. When the game ball passes through the specific area in the big hit game executed in, the state shifts to the normal ball entry state after the end of the big hit game.
The result of the hit / fail judgment by the first hit / miss determination means or the result of the hit / fail judgment by the second hit / fail determination means becomes a big hit, and the stop symbol of the first symbol or the second symbol indicating the big hit becomes a predetermined jackpot symbol. If the game ball does not pass through the specific area in the big hit game executed in, the ball enters an easy-to-enter state after the end of the big hit game.
When the opening / closing mode, which is the mode of opening / closing operation of the second starting port, becomes the first opening / closing mode, the frequency at which the game ball enters the second starting port becomes relatively low, so that the game ball becomes the big winning opening. While it is easier to flow down to
When the opening / closing mode, which is the mode of opening / closing operation of the second starting port, becomes the second opening / closing mode, the frequency at which the game ball enters the second starting port becomes relatively high, so that the game ball becomes the big winning opening. It is configured to be difficult to flow down to
When the game ball passes through the specific area in the big winning opening during the execution of the big hit game, the opening / closing mode of the second starting opening is high frequency by shifting to the normal entering state after the end of the big hit game. Is the first opening / closing mode.
When the game ball does not pass through the specific area in the big winning opening during the execution of the big hit game, the opening / closing mode of the second starting opening is changed by shifting to the easy-to-enter state after the end of the big hit game. A pachinko gaming machine characterized in that it is configured to be in the second opening / closing mode with high frequency.

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