JP7016281B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine having a rotating accessory as an effect device and changing the amount of transmitted light emitted by the rotation of the rotating accessory has been proposed (see Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2012-115287

However, in the conventional gaming machine, there is a possibility that the entertainment of the game cannot be enhanced together with the effect of the character display .

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest of a game as well as the effect of a character display .

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.
The present invention
A specific game determination means capable of determining whether or not to give a specific game advantageous to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined determination condition, and a specific game determination means.
Identification information display means capable of variable display and stop display of identification information,
A production display means that can display the production,
The effect control means capable of controlling the effect display means is provided.
The effect control means is
It is possible to display the effect contents that can be executed by the first effect character,
The effect content corresponds to at least one selection information among a plurality of selection information having different expectations for transition to the specific game.
In the notification effect that suggests the degree of expectation of transition to the specific game by the selection information, the plurality of selections whose selection information is changed by the operation of the effect by the second effect character related to the first effect character. Information can be displayed, and after the selection information is changed , it is possible to display selection information having a higher expectation of transition to the specific game than before the change of the selection information, and the transition expectation is high. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of transition to the specific gaming by the selection information .

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A plurality of light emitting means for irradiating light (for example, LED2130b of the LED substrate 2130) and
A plurality of translucent portions (for example, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 of the rotating member 2110) capable of transmitting the light emitted from the light emitting means.
A decorative portion (for example, a front frame decorative member 2170) arranged on the front surface side of the plurality of translucent portions,
A moving means (for example, a rotating unit 2180) for moving the plurality of translucent portions is provided.
The plurality of translucent portions are arranged at predetermined intervals (for example, 60 degree intervals) along the moving direction (for example, the rotation direction of the rotating member 2110).
The plurality of translucent portions are
It is formed so as to be able to transmit the light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means among the plurality of light emitting means.
It is possible to transmit light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means at a predetermined position (for example, the initial position shown in FIG. 134).
The plurality of light emitting means
Even when the plurality of translucent portions move on the back surface side of the decorative portion and move to a specific position other than the predetermined position (for example, a position rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the initial position shown in FIG. 134). , The irradiated light is arranged at a position where it can be transmitted to the translucent portion.
It is characterized in that they are arranged at intervals narrower than the predetermined intervals (for example, at intervals of 30 degrees) along the moving direction of the plurality of translucent portions.

According to such a configuration, the plurality of translucent portions are movable on the back side of the decorative portion and are arranged at predetermined intervals along the moving direction, and the plurality of light emitting means are arranged at intervals rather than the predetermined intervals. Has been done. As a result, even if the plurality of translucent portions move, the same number of light emitting means as the predetermined position is irradiated, and the plurality of translucent portions are more than when they are in the predetermined positions during the movement. The amount of light does not decrease significantly, and it is possible to produce an effect in which a plurality of translucent portions and decorative portions are integrated.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming significantly dark when the moving motion is performed, and to enhance the visual effect.

According to the present invention, it is possible to enhance the interest of the game as well as the effect of the character display .

It is external perspective view of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the gaming board in the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is an enlarged perspective view of the main part of the game board in the game machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the LED unit in the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the control circuit of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the spec of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the 1-round opening and closing pattern of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the big winning opening opening / closing pattern and the interval between rounds of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure for demonstrating the specification of the big prize opening shutter of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the addition pattern selection table of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the addition pattern table of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the addition character selection table of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main processing by the main control circuit of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main processing by the main control circuit of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the switch input process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol-related switch check process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st start port switch check process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd start port switch check process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the big prize opening switch check process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol control processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol memory check process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol variation time management process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol display time management process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit start interval management process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting time management process before reopening of the big winning opening of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during opening of the big prize opening of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit end interval management process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol game end processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the main processing by the sub-control circuit of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command reception interrupt processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the timer interrupt process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit effect pattern determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during a round of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit end effect processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure for demonstrating operation of the big prize opening shutter of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure for demonstrating operation of the big prize opening shutter of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure for demonstrating the operation timing which concerns on the grand prize opening of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the screen display example of the addition bonus of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the screen display example of the addition bonus of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the screen display example of the addition bonus of the gaming machine which concerns on 1st Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the game board of the game machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the spec of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the transition of the gaming state of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the mode background (sub state) of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (A) It is a figure which shows the display example of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows the display example of the character hold image. It is a figure which shows the kind of the reserved character of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (A) It is a figure which shows another display example in which the reserved character of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention appeared. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows another display example in which a reserved character appeared. (A) It is a figure which shows the display example of the pre-reach effect (battle effect) of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows the display example of the state which the reach was established after the pre-reach effect. (A) It is a figure which shows another display example of the state in which the reach is established after the pre-reach effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows another display example of the state which the reach was established after the pre-reach effect. (A) It is a figure which shows another display example of the state which the reach was established after the pre-reach effect (battle effect) of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows another display example of the state which the reach was established after the pre-reach effect. It is a figure which shows the hit random number determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the fall random number determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (A) It is a figure which shows the symbol determination table for the 1st start opening of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows the symbol determination table for the 2nd start opening. It is a figure which shows the big hit type determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the sub-variation pattern determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the hold character determination table of the game machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the status determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the level determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention, and the production example thereof. It is a figure which shows the level determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention, and the production example thereof. It is a figure which shows the level determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention, and the production example thereof. (A) It is a figure which shows the display example of the level-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows the display example of the level up effect. It is a figure which shows the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the big boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (A) It is a figure which shows the technique selection list in the arrangement lottery table of the large boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. (B) Similarly, it is a figure which shows the arrangement type in the arrangement lottery table of a big boss battle production at a normal time. It is a figure which shows the arrangement lottery table of the big boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the support decision table of the boss battle effect during the probability change time shortening of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the support decision table of the boss battle effect during the probability change time shortening of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the probability variation time shortening medium boss type specification table of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the rank-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the rank-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol check storage process of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the fall determination processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the hit end interval processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process at the time of receiving the start winning command of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the holding character determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the status determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the level determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination processing of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the big boss battle effect determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the specific display example (first display example) of the level-up effect when the growth type of the reserved character is a balance type of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the specific display example (first display example) of the level-up effect when the growth type of the reserved character is a balance type of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the specific display example (second display example) of the level-up effect when the growth type of the reserved character is a balance type of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows an example of the level-up timing according to the growth type of the reserved character in the case where the level-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention is performed. It is a figure which shows an example of the level-up timing according to the growth type of the reserved character in the case where the level-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention is performed. It is a figure which shows an example of the level-up timing according to the growth type of the reserved character in the case where the level-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention is performed. It is a figure which shows an example of the level-up timing when the exclusive effect of the reserved character is performed when the level-up effect of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention is performed. It is a figure which shows the display example of the big boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the big boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the big boss battle effect in a normal time of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the support effect performed in the boss battle effect during the probability change time reduction of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the support effect performed in the boss battle effect during the probability change time reduction of the gaming machine which concerns on 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the level takeover character determination table of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the command analysis processing of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the process arrangement at the time of receiving the start winning command of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the holding character determination process of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a flowchart which shows the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the level takeover effect of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the level takeover effect of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the level takeover effect of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the continuation effect of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is a figure which shows the display example of the continuation effect of the gaming machine which concerns on another example of 2nd Embodiment of this invention. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the game board of the game machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention, and the peripheral member thereof. It is a perspective view which shows the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the back side of the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the character block of the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the back side of the character block of the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the LED board of the logo unit in the game board of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the accessory unit in the standby state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the accessory unit in the standby state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view which shows the accessory unit in the standby state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a perspective view which shows the accessory unit of the appearance state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the accessory unit in the appearance state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view which shows the accessory unit in the appearance state of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a main part perspective view which shows the main part of the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a main part cutout rear view which shows the main part of the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the level display part in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is an exploded perspective view which shows the rotating member in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a top view which shows the diffusing lens included in the rotating member in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a side view which shows the level display part in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a front view which shows the level display part in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view which shows the LED board of the level display part in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention. It is a rear view which shows the LED board of the level display part in the accessory unit of the gaming machine which concerns on 3rd Embodiment of this invention.

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

1 and 2 are an external perspective view and a front view of the gaming machine according to the first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a front view of a gaming board used in the gaming machine of the present embodiment. FIG. 4 is an enlarged perspective view of a main part of the game board. FIG. 5 is a front view of the LED unit provided on the game board. The gaming machine of the present embodiment is applied to a pachinko gaming machine as an example.

[Structure of gaming machine]
First, an overview of the pachinko gaming machine as a gaming machine will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment has a main body frame base to which a gaming board 1 (see FIG. 3) having a gaming area in which a gaming ball can roll and flow is detachably provided. A main body frame 2 provided with a plate 2a (also referred to as a main body frame base) and a front frame base plate 3a (also referred to as a front frame base) provided with an opening 3h (hereinafter referred to as a front frame opening) in which the game board 1 can be visually recognized. A front frame 3 rotatably supported by the main body frame 2 in front of the main body frame 2 (referred to as a player), and a liquid crystal display device 4 for performing a predetermined effect display (see FIG. 3). Is provided with a detachable rear frame base plate (not shown), and a rear frame (not shown) rotatably supported by the main body frame 2 behind the main body frame 2 (on the anti-player side). I have.

The pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment is attached to an island facility (not shown) via an outer frame 6. The main body frame 2 is rotatably supported by the outer frame 6 via the main body frame hinge 2b. Note that FIG. 1 shows a state in which the table frame 3 is closed with respect to the main body frame 2 and the main body frame 2 is closed with respect to the outer frame 6. In such a state, the rear frame is , Is not shown because it is housed in the outer frame 6.

The table frame 3 has a table frame base plate 3a and various table frame constituent members provided in the table frame base plate 3a. The table frame constituent members include a protective glass 7, a dish unit 8, an operation unit 9, speakers 10a to 10b, various decorative members (top decoration 14, right side decorative member 15, left side decorative member 16) and the like. The table frame constituent members are not limited to these, and include all the members constituting the table frame 3. Further, in the plate unit 8, each cover member (upper plate upper cover 8a, lower plate cover 8b, etc.) is attached to the front frame base plate 3a via a locking structure described later.

In the table frame 3, the protective glass 7 having transparency is provided in the above-mentioned table frame opening 3h. The protective glass 7 is detachably attached to the front frame opening 3h (window portion) provided in the front frame base plate 3a provided in the front frame 3 from the back surface side (rear surface side) of the front frame base plate 3a. The table frame 3 is closed to the main body frame 2 so as to face the surface (front surface) side of the game board 1 and cover the surface (front surface) side thereof. In the upper part of the table frame 3, speakers 10a and 10b for producing a sound effect are provided on both upper sides of the table frame opening 3h.

Further, on the surface (front surface) of the front frame 3, a decorative member for improving the aesthetic appearance is provided so as to surround the front frame opening 3h. As an example of the decorative member, a top decoration 14 incorporating a patrol lamp accessory, which will be described later, is provided on the upper side of the front frame opening 3h, and a light emitting display mode is provided on the left and right sides of the front frame opening 3h. A right side decorative member 15 (for example, an upper right lens 15a, a right middle lens 15b, a right panel cover 15c, etc.) and a left side decorative member 16 (for example, a left outer lens 16a, etc.) that can be changed are provided.

Inside the right side decorative member 15 and the left side decorative member 16, light emitting means (for example, a lamp, LED 27, etc.) controlled by a sub-control circuit 70 (see FIG. 6) described later is provided (see FIG. 6). .. The light emitted from the lamp / LED 27 passes through the right side decorative member 15 and the left side decorative member 16, and is perceived by the right side decorative member 15 and the left side decorative member 16 as synchrotron radiation or diffused light having excellent aesthetics. As a result, it is possible to change the display mode by light, so that the interest in the game can be improved.

Further, on the surface (front surface) of the table frame 3, a dish unit 8 is provided below the table frame opening 3h of the table frame base plate 3a. The plate unit 8 includes an upper plate 17 for storing rented balls and prize balls, and a lower plate 18 provided below the upper plate 17 and capable of storing, for example, game balls overflowing when the upper plate 17 is full. Is provided.

The lower plate 18 includes a lower plate main body 18p capable of storing a game ball, and a lower plate cover 8b attached so as to cover the upper portion of the lower plate main body 18p. On the other hand, the upper plate 17 includes an upper plate main body 17p capable of storing game balls, and an upper plate upper cover 8a detachably attached to the front frame base plate 3a so as to cover the upper portion of the upper plate main body 17p. It is provided with an upper plate decorative member for improving the aesthetic appearance of the upper plate 17. As an example of the upper plate decorative member, the upper plate main body 17p is provided with an upper plate left decoration 17a, an upper plate front decoration 17c, and the like so as to surround the upper plate upper cover 8a. Has a shape bent from the left side of the upper plate upper cover 8a to the lower plate 18 from the middle toward the right side via the front side.

The front frame base plate 3a has a payout port 20 for paying out the game balls to the upper plate 17, and a discharge port for discharging the game balls stored in the upper plate 17 to the back side of the front plate base plate 3a (not shown). ) And a supply port 21 for supplying the game ball discharged from the discharge port to the lower plate 18. On the back side of the front frame base plate 3a, there is a ball passage for a game ball to be dispensed from the payout device 83 (see FIG. 6), and a ball passage cover (illustrated) for forming a ball passage by communicating the discharge port and the supply port 21. (Omitted) is provided. When the game ball is paid out from the payout device 83, the game ball is sent to the upper plate 17 through the payout port 20, while the upper plate 17 is so large that the game ball stays in the vicinity of the payout port 20 although the game ball is paid out. When the ball is full or when the ball removal button 22 provided on the upper plate upper cover 8a is pressed, the game balls stored in the upper plate 17 are sent from the discharge port to the lower plate via the ball passage and the supply port 21. Sent to 18.

In the present embodiment, the plating member is used for the decoration of the front surface of the gaming machine, and the plating member 17b is also used for the upper plate front decoration 17c that decorates the front surface portion of the upper plate 17. By using the plated member 17b, the decorative effect of the appearance design of the gaming machine is enhanced to improve the interest of the player.

The upper plate cover 8a has a ball lending button 23 for receiving a ball lending, a return button 24 for returning a card from a card unit 84 (see FIG. 6) for lending a game ball (not shown), and a predetermined value. An operation unit 9 is provided for changing the display mode of various effects by the player operating (pressing operation, rotating operation) during the game. The arrangement configuration (position, orientation) of the operation unit 9 is not particularly limited, but as an example in the drawing, the push operation button 9A is projected vertically from the upper plate upper cover 8a, and the outer circumference of the push operation button 9A is formed. The operation unit 9 configured to arrange the jog dial 9B is shown in.

Regarding the front frame 3, the portion of the surface (front surface) on the left side (that is, the side rotatably supported by the main body frame 2) from the player side is illegal, for example, a piano wire. It is possible to envision a situation in which a member is invaded and a fraudulent act is performed by the fraudulent member against various configurations constructed on the back surface of the front frame 3 in the vicinity of the back side of the portion.

Therefore, in order to prevent such fraudulent activity, a cover member with a wiring holding function (not shown) is provided on the back surface of the front frame 3 at a portion where the above-mentioned fraudulent member invades. The cover member with a wiring holding function includes a wiring holding portion for holding wiring such as a harness, a substrate covering portion for covering a substrate (not shown) constructed on the back surface of the front frame 3, and an illegal member such as a piano wire. It is configured by integrating with the fraud prevention unit that prevents intrusion. According to this, since it is possible to realize a single cover member with a wiring holding function having three functions of wiring holding, board covering, and fraud prevention, it is necessary to separately prepare a member for each of these functions. It is possible to reduce the cost by that amount.

The main body frame 2 has a main body frame base plate 2a and various main body frame constituent members provided in the main body frame base plate 2a. The main body frame constituent members include a launching device 26, a speaker 10c, various control boards / relay boards, and the like. The main body frame constituent members are not limited to these, and all the members constituting the main body frame 2 are included.

In the main body frame 2, a main body frame opening (not shown) having substantially the same shape as the front frame opening 3h is provided at a predetermined position of the main body frame base plate 2a facing the front frame opening 3h. At the same time, on the surface (front surface) of the main body frame base plate 2a, a launching device 26 for launching a game ball is provided on the lower right side of the main body frame opening.

The launching device 26 includes a panel body 26a for disposing the launching device 26 on the lower right side of the surface of the main body frame base plate 2a, a launching handle 26b disposed on the front surface side of the panel body 26a, and a panel body 26a. It is arranged on the lower right side of the surface of the main body frame base plate 2a facing the back side of the body, and is provided with a launch drive device (not shown) for launching a game ball.

The lower right side of the table frame 3 is provided with a notch 3p for exposing the launching device 26 (panel body 26a, launching handle 26b) to the player side. When the table frame 3 is closed with respect to the main body frame 2, the launching device 26 (panel body 26a, launching handle 26b) is exposed via the notch 3p of the table frame 3 and is adjacent to the above-mentioned dish unit 8. Positioned. Such a launching device 26 (panel body 26a, launching handle 26b) and the dish unit 8 exhibit an aesthetic appearance as if they are continuously integrated with each other.

The launch handle 26b is provided in a support portion (not shown), a handle grip 26d that is rotatably attached to the support portion and can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise, and a game ball. A launch stop switch (not shown) that stops the launch, a launch stop button 26e (also called an operation member) that turns the launch stop switch ON / OFF, and a handle that is arranged so as to cover the opening of the handle grip 26d. It is equipped with a cap 26h.

When the handle grip 26d of the launch handle 26b is rotated in the clockwise direction, the driving force of the launching drive device is increased or decreased according to the amount of rotation (rotation angle), and the driving force at that time is stored in the upper plate 17. The game ball is launched toward the game area 1p (see FIG. 3) of the game board 1 at a predetermined timing. For example, in the present embodiment, the launch drive device can launch 90.9 game balls per minute, and one game ball can be fired approximately every 0.66 seconds. At this time, when the launch stop button 26e is operated, the launch drive device is stopped and controlled, whereby the launch of the game ball can be stopped.

In the present embodiment, the payout / launch control circuit 82 (see FIG. 6) connected to the main control circuit 60 (see FIG. 6) controls the operation of the launch stop switch and the launch handle 26b. Inside the launching device 26, a spring member (not shown) for elastically urging the handle grip 26d in the counterclockwise direction is provided, and the player can make the spring member elastic. The game ball is launched by rotating the handle grip 26d in the clockwise direction.

Further, when the player interrupts the game and releases the handle grip 26d, the handle grip 26d is returned to the starting position by the elasticity of the spring member. At this time, the firing of the game ball is stopped by pressing the firing stop button 26e by the protrusion (not shown) of the handle grip 26d.

As a method of increasing or decreasing the firing intensity of the game ball in the launching device 26, the resistance value of the firing volume (not shown) is changed according to the rotation amount (rotation angle) of the handle grip 26d of the launching handle 26b. By changing the power supplied to the launch solenoid (not shown), the launch strength of the game ball can be increased or decreased, but as another launch device, it is linked to the rotation operation of the handle grip of the launch handle. A launching spring (not shown) and a winding (tightening) gear mechanism for the launching spring may be provided. In such a launching device, the amount of rotation of the hoisting gear mechanism is adjusted by the amount of rotation of the handle grip of the firing handle, and the degree of hoisting (tightening) of the launching spring is increased or decreased to increase or decrease the degree of hoisting (tightening) of the launching spring. You can increase or decrease the firing intensity of.

The speaker 10c is provided in the center of the lower part of the main body frame 2 so as to produce a sound effect. The sound emitted from the speaker 10c is emitted through the speaker cover 10k provided in the portion of the plate unit 8 of the table frame 3 (specifically, the portion between the upper plate 17 and the lower plate 18). It has become.

The game board 1 is arranged in front of the rear frame (not shown) so as to be located behind the protective glass 7, and has a game area 1p (see FIG. 3) in which the launched game ball can roll and flow down. is doing. The game board 1 is made of a translucent material (for example, polycarbonate or the like), but may be formed of a non-translucent material such as plywood or the like.

As shown in FIGS. 3 to 5, the game board 1 opens and closes the first guide rail 30, the second guide rail 30', the stage 31, the first starting port 32, the second starting port 33, and the second starting port 33. Blade member 34, passage gate 35, large winning opening 37, large winning opening shutter 37A for opening and closing the large winning opening 37, a plurality of general winning openings 40, out opening 41, upper movable effect member 42A, lower movable effect member 42B. , A cover member 43, a liquid crystal display device 4, and an LED unit 5. In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, a passing region through which the game ball can pass is formed by the first starting port 32, the second starting port 33, the passing gate 35, the large winning opening 37, and the general winning opening 40. .. The large winning opening shutter 37A is a displacement member that can be displaced into the first aspect in which the game ball easily passes through the passing region (large winning opening 37) and the second aspect in which the game ball is in a difficult closed state. Equivalent to. FIG. 3 shows a state in which the cover member 43 is removed. The large winning opening 37, the large winning opening shutter 37A, and the cover member 43 are provided as parts or parts constituting the variable winning device.

The first guide rail 30 is arranged so as to extend from the left side toward the game board 1 substantially toward the upper center, and is composed of an outer rail 30A and an inner rail 30B. The outer rail 30A is provided on the main body frame 2 and is arranged so as to surround the entire game area 1p. The inner rail 30B is for guiding the game ball to the upper part of the game board 1 together with the outer rail, and is arranged inside the outer rail 30A on the left side of the game board 1. The game board 1 is attached to the main body frame 2 from the back side thereof.

The second guide rail 30'is arranged so as to extend from the upper right side to the lower right side toward the game board 1, and is composed of an outer rail 30C and an inner rail 30D. The outer rail 30C and the inner rail 30D are for guiding the game ball from the upper right side of the game board 1 to the large winning opening 37 arranged in the lower right side. On the surface of the outer rail 30C and the inner rail 30D facing each other, a plurality of convex portions 30E capable of contacting the game ball flowing down between the outer rail 30C and the inner rail 30D are provided at predetermined intervals. There is. As a result, the game ball flowing down through the second guide rail 30'is repeatedly in contact with the convex portion 30E until it is discharged from the lower end of the second guide rail 30', and the progress is suppressed, resulting in a big prize. The traveling speed of the game ball is effectively reduced by the time it reaches the mouth 37. The lower end of the second guide rail 30'is located near the upper right side of the cover member 43 (see FIG. 4). As a result, the game ball released from the lower end of the second guide rail 30'contacts the upper surface 43a of the cover member 43, which will be described later, and then rolls along the upper surface 43a toward the large winning opening 37. And move on. Note that FIG. 3 shows a form in which the convex portion 30E of the outer rail 30C and the convex portion 30E of the inner rail 30D are arranged at equal intervals along the direction of guiding the game ball while facing each other. These convex portions may be arranged in a staggered arrangement at positions offset from each other along the direction of guiding the game ball.

The stage 31 distributes the flowing region of the game ball in the game region 1p, and is arranged along the lower edge portion of the liquid crystal display device 4.

The game ball launched by the launching device 26 flows down toward the lower side of the game board 1 while changing its traveling direction due to a collision with a game nail (not shown) driven into the game board 1 or a stage 31 or the like. In this process, the game ball is collected by winning any of the first starting opening 32, the second starting opening 33, the large winning opening 37, and the general winning opening 40, and if no winning is made or the game is passed. If the player does not win a prize after passing through the gate 35, it is collected by being discharged from the out port 41.

In addition, winning means that the game ball passes through the passing area or enters the passing area. Specifically, by passing the game ball through the passing area or entering the passing area, a situation advantageous to the player (for example, opening of the second starting port 33, a symbol lottery, a prize ball, etc.) is given. Means. At this time, the passage of the passing area by the game ball means a mere passage, and the entry of the passing area by the game ball means that the game ball is collected separately from the out port 41. Since the winning is detected when the game ball passes by the sensor switch, passing and entering the ball are substantially synonymous. Therefore, since both the passing of the game ball and the winning of the ball in the passing area lead to the winning, in the following explanation, unless otherwise specified, the "winning" is unified.

When the rotation angle of the launch handle 26b is relatively small, the launching force applied to the game ball is generally small, so that the game ball mainly flows down the left side of the stage 31. Further, when the rotation angle of the launch handle 26b is relatively large, the launching force applied to the game ball is generally large, so that the game ball flows down on the right side of the stage 31 or along the second guide rail 30'. .. In general, the method of causing the game ball to flow down to the left side of the stage 31 is called "left-handed", and the method of causing the game ball to flow down to the right side of the stage 31 or along the second guide rail 30'is called "left-handed". It is called "right-handed".

The first starting port 32 and the second starting port 33 provide an opportunity for a lottery on the condition that the game ball wins (passes), and displays the result of the lottery in the display area 4A of the LED unit 5 or the liquid crystal display device 4. It gives an opportunity to make it happen.

The first starting port 32 is provided at a substantially lower position in the center of the game board 1. When a game ball wins in the first starting port 32, a preset number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate 17 or the lower plate 18 via the payout port 20 or the supply port 21. The winning of the game ball to the first starting port 32 is detected by the first starting port switch 320 (see FIG. 6).

The second starting port 33 is provided directly below the first starting port 32. When a game ball wins in the second starting port 33, a preset number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate 17 or the lower plate 18 via the payout port 20 or the supply port 21. The difficulty of winning the second starting port 33 is determined by the blade member 34 as an ordinary electric accessory. The winning of the game ball to the second starting port 33 is detected by the second starting port switch 330 (see FIG. 6).

The blade member 34 opens and closes so as to form a forward leaning posture and a backward posture in the front-rear direction of the game board 1, and is in an open state that enables the game ball to win a prize in the second starting port 33 and a second. It is a so-called ordinary electric accessory that switches between a closed state in which it is impossible or difficult to win a game ball in the starting port 33. The blade member 34 is driven by the blade member solenoid 340 (see FIG. 6).

The ordinary electric accessory is not limited to the one that operates the blade member 34 so as to open and close in the front-rear direction. For example, a so-called electric tulip type that expands the starting port by rotating the game board 1 in the left-right direction. It may be a tongue-shaped member or a tongue-shaped member that opens and closes the starting port by horizontally moving in the front-rear direction of the game board 1.

The passage gate 35 provides an opportunity to open the second starting port 33. The winning of the game ball to the passing gate 35 is detected by the passing gate switch 350 (see FIG. 6). Even if a game ball wins a prize at the passing gate 35, no prize ball is generated.

The big prize opening 37 is opened when the player is in a hit game state (such as a big hit game state), which is a game state advantageous to the player. The large winning opening 37 is located on the lower right side of the game area 1p, and is provided on the substantially right side of the first starting opening 32 and the second starting opening 33. The position where the large winning opening 37 is arranged is not limited to the above-mentioned position, and can be appropriately changed according to the specifications of the gaming machine and the like.

The large winning opening 37 has an opening having a relatively large size in the left-right direction so that a plurality of game balls can win at the same time. The large winning opening 37 is formed by the large winning opening shutter 37A and the cover member 43. The large winning opening 37 is formed as an opening opening between the front surface of the game board 1 and the cover member 43 when the large winning opening shutter 37A is in the open state, and is closed when the large winning opening shutter 37A is in the closed state. Will be.

The large winning opening shutter 37A is a plate-shaped member having a relatively large longitudinal dimension along the left-right direction so as to cover the large winning opening 37. The dimension of the large winning opening shutter 37A in the lateral direction is about the diameter of the game ball. The large winning opening shutter 37A is provided so as to be able to protrude and retract in the front-rear direction of the game board 1. The large winning opening shutter 37A is in a closed state in which the large winning opening 37 is closed when it protrudes forward of the game board 1, and is in an open state in which the large winning opening 37 is opened when it is retracted to the rear of the game board 1. .. The upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A is an inclined surface having a relatively gentle downward-sloping tendency in the closed state. The large winning opening shutter 37A is driven so as to be openable and closable by the large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A (see FIG. 6).

As shown in FIG. 4, the cover member 43 is arranged so as to face the large winning opening shutter 37A. The cover member 43 has an upper surface 43a connected to the closed large winning opening shutter 37A, a front end guide portion 43b, and an opening 43c corresponding to the large winning opening 37. In the state where the cover member 43 is attached to the game board 1, the upper surface 43a extends from the lower end of the second guide rail 30'to the right end of the large winning opening 37 (opening 43c), and relatively gently descends to the left. Makes a trendy slope. The upper surface 43a is arranged so as to support the plurality of game balls released from the second guide rail 30'and guide them to the large winning opening 37 (opening 43c) located at the left end. The front end guide portion 43b forms an upright wall and is formed so as to extend from the right end of the upper surface 43a to the left end of the large winning opening 37 (opening 43c). On the inner surface of the front end guide portion 43b, a plurality of convex portions 43d that can come into contact with the game ball are provided at predetermined intervals. Further, a plurality of convex portions 1d capable of contacting the game ball are also provided at predetermined intervals on the front suitable portion of the game board 1 facing the front end guide portion 43b. The convex portion 1d of the game board 1 and the convex portion 43d of the cover member 43 are arranged in a staggered arrangement at positions shifted from each other along the traveling direction of the game ball. As a result, the game ball rolling along the upper surface 43a and the front end guide portion 43b repeatedly and alternately abuts on the convex portions 1d and 43d while moving to the left end of the large winning opening 37 (large winning opening shutter 37A). The progress is suppressed, and the speed of the game ball is effectively slowed down by the time it passes through the large winning opening 37 (large winning opening shutter 37A). Such an upper surface 43a, a large winning opening shutter 37A, and a front end guide portion 43b form a passage through which a game ball can flow in when the large winning opening shutter 37A is in a closed state, and suppress the progress of the inflowing game ball. The restraining portion 430 is formed. In the state where the cover member 43 is attached to the game board 1, the opening 43c is arranged at a position corresponding to the large winning opening shutter 37A, and forms the large winning opening 37. At the location of the game board 1 located inside the cover member 43, a ball passage (not shown) for collecting the game ball and a large winning opening count switch 370 are provided. The game ball that has fallen from the large winning opening 37 in the open state is guided to the large winning opening count switch 370 through the ball passage, and is detected as a winning by the large winning opening count switch 370. In addition, the detailed configuration and operation of the large winning opening 37 will be described later.

One or more general winning openings 40 are provided at appropriate positions on the game board 1. When a game ball wins in the general winning opening 40, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out by the payout device 83 (see FIG. 6), although the lottery is not performed. The winning of the game ball to the general winning opening 40 is detected by the general winning opening switches 400A and 400B.

In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, as the normal gaming state controlled by the main control circuit 60 described later, the non-probability / non-time saving gaming state and the winning probability of the special symbol lottery are non-probability / non-probability. There is a probabilistic gaming state (special gaming state) that is higher than the non-time-saving gaming state, and a time-saving gaming state in which the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is higher than the non-probability / non-time-saving gaming state. If the lottery is won, the game shifts to the big hit game state (specific game state).

In the time-saving game state, the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is high, so that the support of the blade member 34 as a normal electric throwing facilitates the winning of the second starting port 33. This state is a so-called "electric support" state, in which the reserved balls of the special symbol game described later can be easily accumulated, and the reduction of the game balls can be suppressed by winning the second starting port 33. Specifically, the time-saving game state is a state in which the winning probability of the normal symbol lottery is relatively high (time-saving game state 1), and a state in which the fluctuation time of the special symbol or the normal symbol is relatively short (time-saving game state 2). ), It means a state of at least one of the states in which the opening time of the blade member 34 as an ordinary electric accessory is relatively long (time-saving gaming state 3). For example, the time-saving game state includes a state in which the time-saving game state 1, the time-saving game state 2, and the time-saving game state 3 proceed simultaneously with any combination. In such a time-saving gaming state, the possibility of shifting to the jackpot gaming state is improved.

In the present embodiment, after the end of the jackpot gaming state, the game always shifts to the probabilistic / short-time gaming state (probable-changing gaming state, which is the normal gaming state which is the time-saving gaming state), and the non-probable / non-short-time gaming state (non-probable changing gaming state). Therefore, it does not shift to the normal gaming state, which is a non-time saving gaming state). On the other hand, if the number of symbol fluctuations (number of games) of the special symbol game reaches a predetermined number without shifting to the jackpot game state in the probabilistic / short-time game state, the normal game is in the non-probable change game state and the non-time-saving game state. It is designed to move to the state.

Specifically, in the present embodiment, after the end of the big hit game state, 10 special symbol lottery (10 times special symbol change display or stop display) is performed in the probability change / time saving game state. In addition, it shifts to a non-probable change / non-time saving game state. After the end of the big hit game state, the probability change / time saving game state may be maintained until the next big hit game state is entered. In the following description, the probabilistic gaming state that ends by performing a predetermined number of special symbol lottery as in the present embodiment is also described as an ST (Specia1Time) gaming state.

The upper movable effect member 42A and the lower movable effect member 42B are in a retracted state behind the game board 1 when not operating, and appear in front of the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 when performing a specific effect. Is located in. The upper movable effect member 42A appears in front of the central portion of the display area 4A when a specific effect is performed, and performs a rotational operation and light emission. The lower movable effect member 42B appears in front of the lower part of the display area 4A when a specific effect is performed, and emits light.

The LED unit 5 notifies the player of each game state and lottery result, and as shown in FIG. 5, the normal symbol display unit 51, the ordinary symbol hold display unit 52, the first special symbol display unit 53, and the first 2 It has a special symbol display unit 54, a first special symbol reservation display unit 55, a second special symbol reservation display unit 56, and a round display unit 59. Although not shown in particular, the lamps and LEDs 27 (see FIG. 6) arranged on the game board 1 and the like include those corresponding to the character appearance notification lamps, and the transition to the big hit game state is confirmed. It lights up (or blinks) when a part of the special symbol changes in the game state or when an additional character described later appears in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 during the big hit game state.

The ordinary symbol display unit 51 drives the blade member 34 as an ordinary electric accessory when the game ball wins a prize in the passing gate 35, and determines whether or not to open the second starting port 33. The lottery result for "game" is displayed. The normal symbol display unit 51 includes one LED lamp 511. The LED lamp 511 can be lit in red and blue, for example, and is lit in red in the case of winning in the normal symbol game, while it is lit in blue in the case of loss in the normal symbol game. When the LED lamp 511 in the normal symbol display unit 51 is lit, for example, in red, the blade member 34 is opened and closed in a predetermined pattern to allow the game ball to win the second starting port 33. It should be noted that the lighting mode according to the winning and losing of the normal symbol game may be another lighting mode, for example, in the case of winning, the lighting state or the blinking state is set, and in the case of losing, the lighting mode is turned off. You may do it.

In the normal symbol hold display unit 52, a new game ball wins a prize in the passing gate 35 while the normal symbol display unit 51 is performing variable display by turning on or off the four LED lamps 521, 522, 523, 524. If this is the case, the number of times that the variation display of the normal symbol that is reserved for the variation display by the normal symbol display unit 51 from the next time onward can be performed is displayed. The four LED lamps 521, 522, 523, 524 are located on the left side of the normal symbol display unit 51, and are arranged side by side in a row together with the LED lamps 511. In the hold display by the LED lamps 521, 522, 523, 524, for example, when the number of holds is "1", the LED lamp 521 is turned on and the LED lamps 522, 523, 524 are turned off. When the number of hold is "2", the LED lamps 521 and 522 are turned on and the LED lamps 523 and 524 are turned off. When the number of hold is "3", the LED lamps 521, 522, 523 are turned on and the LED lamp 524 is turned off. When the number of holdings is "4", all of the LED lamps 521, 522, 523, 524 are turned on.

The first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 show the result of a winning lottery for the "special symbol game", and include, for example, a 7-segment LED. The first special symbol display unit 53 displays a variation of a symbol (hereinafter referred to as “first special symbol”) as identification information when the game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 32, and also displays the first. The result of the winning lottery based on the winning of the starting port 32 is stopped and displayed as a stop symbol related to the first special symbol. The second special symbol display unit 54 performs variable display of a symbol (hereinafter referred to as “second special symbol”) as identification information when the game ball wins a prize in the second starting port 33, and also displays the second. The result of the winning lottery based on the winning of the starting port 33 is stopped and displayed as the stop symbol related to the second special symbol.

The fluctuation display of the symbol by the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 is performed by, for example, using a 7-segment LED or the like and repeatedly turning on / off each segment individually. The result of the winning lottery is displayed by a segment pattern (symbol) formed by turning on / off each segment of the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54. At this time, the plurality of hit symbols displayed by the first special symbol and the plurality of hit symbols displayed by the second special symbol have different modes. The hit symbol of the first special symbol is a symbol that triggers the transition to the jackpot gaming state, and there is a nominal jackpot symbol such as "probability change 1" indicating that the transition to the probabilistic gaming state is performed after the end of the jackpot gaming state. (See FIG. 7). The winning symbol of the second special symbol is a symbol that triggers the transition to the jackpot gaming state, and is nominal such as "probability variation 1" to "probability variation 6" indicating that the transition to the probabilistic gaming state is performed after the end of the jackpot gaming state. There is a big hit symbol and a small hit symbol such as "small hit" that triggers the transition to the so-called small hit gaming state (see FIG. 7). That is, the hit symbol of the first special symbol does not have the small hit symbol that triggers the transition to the small hit gaming state, and the hit symbol of the second special symbol has the small hit that triggers the transition to the small hit gaming state. There is a design. The first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 are not limited to the 7-segment LED and the like, and may be, for example, a combination of lighting and extinguishing of two or more LED lamps.

The first special symbol holding display unit 55 includes four LED lamps 551,552,553,554, and the first special symbol display unit 53 is turned on or off by turning on or off these LED lamps 551,552,553,554. Or, for the variable display of the first special symbol for the next and subsequent special symbol games when a new game ball is won in the first starting port 32 while the second special symbol display unit 54 is displaying the variation of the symbol for the special symbol game. Displays the number of times (number of holdes) that the variable display of the first special symbol display unit 53 that has been put on hold can be executed. The second special symbol holding display unit 56 includes four LED lamps 561,562,563,564, and the first special symbol display unit 53 is turned on or off by turning on or off these LED lamps 561,562,563,564. Alternatively, when the second special symbol display unit 54 wins a new game ball in the second starting port 33 during the variable display of the symbol for the special symbol game, it is reserved for the variable display of the symbol for the next and subsequent special symbol games. The number of times (number of holds) that the variable display of the second special symbol display unit 54 can be executed is displayed. Each of the first special symbol reservation display unit 55 and the second special symbol reservation display unit 56 is arranged side by side in the vertical direction, and is located above the normal symbol reservation display unit 52. The display mode of the number of reservations on the first special symbol reservation display unit 55 and the second special symbol reservation display unit 56 is the same as the display mode of the number of reservations by the normal symbol reservation display unit 52.

The first special symbol holding display unit 55 and the second special symbol holding display unit 56 move to the first starting port 32 when the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is variablely displaying. The game ball is detected by the first start port switch 320 (see FIG. 6) provided in the ball passage leading to the ball passage or the second start port switch 330 (see FIG. 6) provided in the ball passage leading to the second start port 33. If so, the execution (start) of the variable display of the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is suspended. When the symbol that has been variablely displayed on the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is stopped and displayed, the reserved first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is displayed. The variable display of the symbol is started.

Here, an upper limit is set for the number of times that the execution of the variable display of the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 is suspended, and in the present embodiment, the first starting port 32 and the second 2. The maximum number of pending variable displays of the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 due to the winning of the game ball to the starting port 33 is set to four. When the first special symbol game for the first special symbol display unit 53 is held for four times, the information of the first special symbol game corresponding to the changing first special symbol display unit 53 is the main RAM 63 (FIG. The information of the first special symbol game for four times stored as the start storage (starting storage information) in the first special symbol start storage area (0) of 6) is stored in the first special symbol start storage area (see 6). 1) -It is stored as a start memory in the first special symbol start storage area (4). Similarly, when the second special symbol game is reserved for four times, the information of the second special symbol game corresponding to the changing second special symbol is stored in the second special symbol start storage area (the second special symbol start storage area of the main RAM 63). The information of the second special symbol game for four times stored as the start memory in 0) is stored as the start memory in the second special symbol start storage area (1) to the second special symbol start storage area (4). It will be remembered. Therefore, the total number of winnings reserved for both the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54, that is, the first starting port 32 and the second starting port 33, is eight.

In addition, in place of the first special symbol hold display unit 55 and the second special symbol hold display unit 56, or in addition to the first special symbol hold display unit 55 and the second special symbol hold display unit 56, the liquid crystal display device 4 , The hold of winning in the first starting port 32 and the holding of winning in the second starting port 33 may be displayed.

The round display unit 59 lights up while the hit symbol is stopped, and indicates the number of rounds as the number of times related to the round game (round game) described later when the big hit game state is executed. The round display unit 59 includes three LED lamps 591,592,593, and indicates the number of rounds when the jackpot game state is executed by turning on or off these LED lamps 591,592,593. In the present embodiment, the number of rounds is basically defined as 16 rounds (hereinafter, may be referred to as "16R"). In this case, the LED lamp 591 is turned on and the LED lamps 592 and 593 are turned off. do. The number of rounds (number of times) may mean the entire number of times the round game (round game) is executed, or may mean the number of orders indicating the order when the round games are sequentially executed. Regarding the number of rounds, when the former is meant, for example, "16 rounds" or "16R" is described, and when the latter is meant, for example, "16th round" or "16Rth" is described. Further, in the following description, the "round game" may be simply referred to as a "round".

As shown in FIG. 3, the liquid crystal display device 4 is arranged behind the game board 1, and a display area 4A is arranged substantially in the center thereof so that the player can see the first start. In addition to the result of the winning lottery based on the winning of the game ball to the mouth 32 and the second starting mouth 33, various images related to the game, such as an identification symbol for production, a production image in a normal game state, and a production during a big hit game state. It displays an image, a production image for demo display, and the like. That is, the liquid crystal display device 4 is adapted to display the identification information in a variable manner on condition that the game ball has won a prize in the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 33. In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the liquid crystal display device 4 constitutes a display means, and the liquid crystal display device 4, the speakers 10a, 10b, 10c, and the lamp / LED 27 constitute the notification means.

[Electrical configuration of gaming machines]
Next, the control circuit of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 6, the “switch” is abbreviated as “SW” and the “solenoid” is abbreviated as “SOL”.

As shown in FIG. 6, the pachinko gaming machine includes a main control circuit 60 as a main control means for controlling a game and a sub control circuit 70 as a sub control means for controlling an effect according to the progress of the game. Have.

The main control circuit 60 includes a main CPU 61, a main ROM 62 as a read-only memory, a main RAM 63 as a read / write memory, an initial reset circuit 64, an I / O port 65, a command output port 66 as a command transmission means, and a backup capacitor 67. It is equipped with. The main control circuit 60 is connected to various devices (devices, switches, etc.) including the LED unit 5.

The main CPU 61 is connected to the main ROM 62 and the main RAM 63, and has a function of executing various processes according to a program stored in the main ROM 62.

A first start port switch 320 arranged behind the first start port 32 is connected to the main control circuit 60. When the game ball is detected by the first start port switch 320, a winning lottery is performed.

A second start port switch 330 arranged behind the second start port 33 is connected to the main control circuit 60. When the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 330, a winning lottery is performed.

These first start port switch 320 and second start port switch 330 are regarded as winning when it is detected that a game ball has entered the first start port 32 and the second start port 33, and a predetermined detection signal is transmitted. It is supplied to the main control circuit 60.

A passing gate switch 350 arranged behind the passing gate 35 is connected to the main control circuit 60. When the game ball is detected by the passing gate switch 350, it is assumed that the game ball has won a prize in the passing gate 35, and a normal symbol lottery is performed. The result of this ordinary symbol lottery is displayed on the ordinary symbol display unit 51. When a specific symbol is stopped and displayed on the ordinary symbol display unit 51, an effect image for the player to understand that the result of the ordinary symbol lottery is won is displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4. You may do so.

The passing gate switch 350 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60, assuming that it has won a prize when it detects that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 35. As a result, the passing gate switch 350 provides an opportunity to open the second starting port 33.

The general winning opening left switch 400A and the general winning opening right switch 400B arranged behind the general winning opening 40 located on the left side and the right side of the game board 1 are connected to the main control circuit 60. When a game ball is detected by the general winning opening left switch 400A and the general winning opening right switch 400B, a preset number of prize balls are played by the payout device 83.

A large winning opening count switch 370 arranged below the large winning opening 37 is connected to the main control circuit 60. The large winning opening count switch 370 is for counting the number of winnings of the game ball to the large winning opening 37. When the winning of the game ball is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370, the payout device 83 uses a preset number of game balls as prize balls and passes through the payout port 20 or the supply port 21 to the upper plate 17 or the lower plate. Pay out to the plate 18. The large winning opening count switch 370 supplies a predetermined detection signal to the main control circuit 60 when the game ball passes through the large winning opening 37.

The main control circuit 60 controls the large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A for driving the large winning opening shutter 37A that opens and closes the large winning opening 37. As a result, the large winning opening shutter 37A is driven so as to change between an open state in which the game ball can be won in the large winning opening 37 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be won or is difficult to win. In such an opening drive of the big winning opening 37 by the big winning opening shutter 37A, the special symbol becomes a specific stop display mode in the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54, and the big hit game state is entered. It is done when it is migrated.

The main control circuit 60 controls the blade member solenoid 340 that opens and closes the blade member 34. As a result, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed in the normal symbol display unit 51 in a predetermined light emitting mode, the blade member 34 is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times, and the game ball enters the second starting port 33. It will be easier.

For example, in the normal symbol game of the present embodiment, the hit probability of the normal symbol in the game state other than the time-saving gaming state (“non-probability / non-time-saving gaming state” in the present embodiment) is 0/257, and the blade member 34. Will not be released. On the other hand, the hit probability of the normal symbol in the high probability state (time saving game state) is, for example, 257/257, and when this is won, the blade member 34 is released for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times. Further, in the normal symbol game, the number of normal symbols that are the winning symbols is one, and the winning count number that is the upper limit when the second starting port 33 is opened is 10 counts (10).

The first special symbol holding display unit 55 is the first when a game ball is detected by the first start port switch 320 while the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is variable display. 1 The first based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 32 until the first special symbol or the second special symbol being displayed in a variable manner is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54. The number of times the execution (start) of the variable display of the special symbol is suspended, that is, the number of reservations related to the first special symbol is displayed. When the first special symbol or the second special symbol that has been variablely displayed is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the first special symbol that has been held as the number of reserved symbols related to the first special symbol is started.

The second special symbol holding display unit 56 is the second when the game ball is detected by the second start port switch 330 while the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 is variable display. 1 The second based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 33 until the first special symbol or the second special symbol being displayed in a variable manner is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54. The number of times the execution (start) of the variable display of the special symbol is suspended, that is, the number of reservations related to the second special symbol is displayed. When the first special symbol or the second special symbol that has been variablely displayed is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the second special symbol that has been held as the number of reserved symbols related to the second special symbol is started.

Here, in the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the priority of the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is set so that the second special symbol has priority over the first special symbol. .. Therefore, the corresponding first special symbol and the second special symbol may be varied and displayed in the order of winning in the order of winning the first starting port 32 and the second starting port 33.

Further, as described above, an upper limit is set for the number of pending executions of the variable display of the special symbol, and in the present embodiment, the main CPU 61 is set in the first starting port 32 and the second starting port 33. When the game ball wins a prize and the game ball is detected by the first start port switch 320 and the second start port switch 330, the maximum number of hold numbers for the variable display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is four, respectively. (That is, the number of detections is 4), and the 5th and subsequent ones are not stored as the reserved number. At this time, when the number of holdings decreases due to the end of the variable display of the special symbol, the number of holdings is added again up to 4 pieces.

When the number of reserved first special symbol games in the first special symbol display unit 53 is, for example, up to four, the information of the special symbol game corresponding to the changing first special symbol display unit 53 is the information of the main RAM 63. 1 The special symbol game information is stored in the special symbol start storage area (0) as start storage, and thereafter, the information of the special symbol game for which the number of reservations is four is stored in the first special symbol start storage area (1) to (4) of the main RAM 63. It is sequentially stored as a start memory.

Similarly, for the second special symbol game in the second special symbol display unit 54, when the number of holdings of the second special symbol game is, for example, up to four, the second special symbol display unit 54 corresponding to the changing second special symbol display unit 54. The information of the 2 special symbol game is stored as the start storage in the second special symbol start storage area (0) of the main RAM 63, and thereafter, the information of the second special symbol game corresponding to the number of holdings of 4 is the second special symbol game of the main RAM 63. 2 The special symbol start storage areas (1) to (4) are sequentially stored as start storage.

Therefore, the total number of game balls held for the special symbol game associated with winning the first starting port 32 and the second starting port 33 is a maximum of eight, and the first special symbol holding display unit 54 and the second special symbol are held. The number of hold displays by the LED lamps 551 to 554 and the LED lamps 561 to 564 of the hold display unit 56 is also four, respectively.

In the open state of the large winning opening 37 by the large winning opening shutter 37A, the count value (the number of winnings of the game ball) by the large winning opening count switch 370 becomes a predetermined number (the number of winnings is one in this embodiment), or in advance. It is maintained until one of the conditions such as the lapse of the specified opening time described later is satisfied. When the number of winnings of the game ball reaches a predetermined number, or when the opening time of the large winning opening shutter 37A has elapsed, the large winning opening shutter 37A is driven to close the large winning opening 37A.

In the big hit game state, the open state and the closed state of the big winning opening 37 are repeated based on the preset large winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern) described later. In the big hit game state, the game in which the big winning opening 37 is opened and closed a plurality of times based on the big winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern) described later is called a "round game (round game)". A round game (round game) may be simply called a round. The state from when the big winning opening 37 is closed by one round game to when the big winning opening 37 is opened as the next round game is the "inter-round game" or "inter-round interval" or Also simply called "interval". In the present embodiment, the large winning opening 37 is opened and closed only once in one round, but in another example, the large winning opening 37 is opened a plurality of times in one round. And may be closed. Further, when a plurality of large winning openings are provided, it is possible to exclusively control the open / closed state of the plurality of large winning openings in one round. That is, in one round, while one of the large winning openings is repeatedly opened a predetermined number of times, the remaining large winning openings are continuously closed.

The pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment is provided with a so-called small hit gaming state as a gaming state having a property different from that of the big hit gaming state. Unlike the big hit game state, the small hit game state is not defined by the concept of a round game, and in the small hit game state of the present embodiment, the big winning opening 37 is defined to be open only once. .. Of course, in the small hit game state, any or specific large winning openings may be controlled to be repeatedly opened a plurality of times. This small hit game state is a game state in which the small hit is won by a special symbol lottery. The gaming state basically does not change before and after the transition to the small hit gaming state. For example, when a small hit is won in a non-probable variable gaming state and the game shifts to the small hit gaming state, the gaming state after the end of the small hit gaming state remains the non-probable variable gaming state before the transition to the small hit gaming state. Therefore, it does not shift to the probabilistic gaming state. Similarly, when a small hit is won in the probabilistic gaming state and the game shifts to the small hit gaming state, the gaming state after the end of the small hit gaming state is the small hit gaming state as long as the number of games in the probabilistic gaming state remains. It remains in the probabilistic gaming state before shifting to, and does not shift to the non-probabilistic gaming state.

Round games are counted as the number of rounds (number of times) such as 1 round and 2 rounds. For example, the first round game may be referred to as a first round, and the second round game may be referred to as a second round. In the following description (including drawings referred to in the description), the "round" with numbers such as the first round or the first round is simply "R" such as 1R, 2R, 4R, 16R, etc. ] May be omitted. In one round game, if the large winning openings are opened a predetermined number of times, or if the specified number of winnings per round is reached before the opening. Will close the big winning opening, and the round game will be terminated without opening the big winning opening for the remaining number of openings.

In the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4, an effect image related to the special symbol displayed on the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 is displayed. For example, in the variable display of the special symbol displayed by the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54, the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 is composed of numbers except in a specific case. Designs (decorative symbols), for example, numbers such as "0", "1", "2" ... "7" are displayed in three columns.

On the other hand, when the special symbol that has been variablely displayed on the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54 is stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol is also stopped and displayed on the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4.

Further, in the first special symbol display unit 53 and the second special symbol display unit 54, when the changed or stopped special symbol has a specific stop display mode, the player is made to understand that it is a "big hit". The effect image is displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4.

Specifically, in either the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54, the special symbol is, for example, in a specific display mode corresponding to a "big hit" in which many balls can be obtained. When the display is stopped, the combination of decorative symbols for effect displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 is a specific display mode (for example, a state in which all the same symbols are aligned in each of a plurality of symbol rows). In addition, the effect image for a big hit is displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4.

A specific example of the control of the main CPU 61 described above will be described later.

The main ROM 62 stores a program for causing the main CPU 61 to execute various processes described later and various tables.

The main RAM 63 has a function of storing various data (flags, counters, timers, values of variables, etc.) as a temporary storage area of the main CPU 61. As the temporary storage area of the main CPU 61, another literate storage medium may be used instead of the main RAM 63.

The initial reset circuit 64 generates a reset signal when the power is turned on, and is connected to the main CPU 61.

The I / O port 65 transmits input signals from various devices to the main CPU 61 and output signals from the main CPU 61 to various devices.

The command output port 66 transmits various commands from the main CPU 61 to the sub-control circuit 70.

The backup capacitor 67 is for holding various data stored in the main RAM 63 by promptly supplying power to the main RAM 63 at the time of power failure.

Various devices connected to the main control circuit 60 include a large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A, a blade member solenoid 340, and an external terminal board 80.

The external terminal board 80 is located between a calling device (not shown) having a function of calling a hall clerk and displaying the number of big hits, or an external device such as a hall computer 100 that manages a plurality of pachinko gaming machines installed in the hall. It is for data communication with.

Various switches connected to the main control circuit 60 include a first start port switch 320, a second start port switch 330, a passing gate switch 350, a large winning opening count switch 370, a general winning opening left switch 400A, and a general winning opening. A right switch 400B and a backup clear switch 81 are included.

The backup clear switch 81 clears the backup data of the main control circuit 60 and the payout / launch control circuit 82, which will be described later, in response to an operation by the hall manager.

Further, the launching device 26, the payout device 83, and the card unit 84 are connected to the main control circuit 60 via the payout / launch control circuit 82.

The main control circuit 60 transmits a prize ball control command to the payout / launch control circuit 82. The payout / launch control circuit 82 mainly controls the launch device 26 and the payout device 83, and the launch device 26, the payout device 83, and the card unit 84 are connected to the payout / launch control circuit 82. In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the payout / launch control circuit 82 and the payout device 83 realize the game value adding means.

The card unit 84 is connected to a ball lending operation panel 85 that outputs a signal requesting the lending of a game ball according to the operation of the player, and can transmit and receive signals to and from the ball lending operation panel 85. ..

The payout / launch control circuit 82 receives the prize ball control command supplied from the main control circuit 60 and the rental ball control signal supplied from the card unit 84, and transmits a predetermined signal to the payout device 83. Allows the payout device 83 to pay out the game ball. The payout device 83 pays out three game balls as the number of prize balls per winning to the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 33, and as the number of prize balls per winning to the general winning opening 40, for example. Ten game balls are paid out, and 15 game balls are paid out as the number of prize balls for each prize in the large winning opening 37.

The payout / launch control circuit 82 is a launch solenoid (not shown) according to the amount of rotation when the launch handle 26b of the launch device 26 is gripped by the player and is rotated in the clockwise direction. Is supplied with electric power to control the game ball to be launched toward the game area 1p.

The main CPU 61 interrupts the main process and executes the timer interrupt process as the interrupt process even during the execution of the main process described later. The timer interrupt process is executed triggered by an interrupt condition that occurs every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms).

The sub control circuit 70 is connected to the main control circuit 60, and is configured to supply commands from the main control circuit 60.

The sub control circuit 70 performs various controls in response to various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60, and is a sub CPU 71, a program ROM 72, a work RAM 73, a command input port 74, a backup capacitor 75, and display control. It has a circuit 76, a voice control circuit 77, a lamp control circuit 78, and a movable effect device control circuit 79. A liquid crystal display device 4 is connected to the display control circuit 76. Speakers 10a, 10b, 10c are connected to the voice control circuit 77. A lamp / LED 27 is connected to the lamp control circuit 78. The movable effect device control circuit 79 is connected to a movable effect device 42 including a motor and a mechanism for driving the upper movable effect member 42A and the lower movable effect member 42B.

Further, in the sub-control circuit 70, a push-button switch 90A provided on the push-button 9A is connected, and a jog dial switch 90B provided on the jog dial 9B is connected to the sub-control circuit 70. The push-button switch 90A detects the operation of the push-button 9A, and the jog dial switch 90B identifies the rotation direction and rotation angle of the jog dial 9B. A push-button switch 90A supplies a push-button to the sub-control circuit 70, and a rotation operation signal is supplied from the jog dial switch 90B.

The sub CPU 71 has a function of executing various processes according to the program stored in the program ROM 72. The liquid crystal display device 4 functions as a display means. In particular, the sub CPU 71 controls the entire sub control circuit 70 according to various commands supplied from the main control circuit 60.

A specific example of the control of the sub CPU 71 described above will be described later.

The program ROM 72 mainly stores programs and various tables for the sub CPU 71 to control various effects.

The work RAM 73 stores various data (flags, counters, timers, variable values, etc.) as a temporary storage area of the sub CPU 71.

The command input port 74 receives various commands transmitted from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 and transmits them to the sub CPU 71.

The backup capacitor 75 is for holding various data stored in the work RAM 73 by promptly supplying power to the work RAM 73 at the time of power failure.

The display control circuit 76 is for performing display control in the liquid crystal display device 4 according to the data supplied from the sub CPU 71, for example, for generating various image data with an image data processor (VDP). It is composed of an image data ROM for storing data, a frame buffer for temporarily storing image data, and a D / A converter for converting image data as an image signal. The configuration of the display control circuit 76 is merely an example, and is not limited thereto.

The display control circuit 76 temporarily stores the image data to be displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the frame buffer in response to the image display command supplied from the sub CPU 71. The image data includes, for example, decorative pattern image data, background image data, various effect image data, various fraudulent notification image data, and the like.

Further, the display control circuit 76 supplies the image data stored in the frame buffer to the D / A converter at a predetermined timing. The D / A converter converts the image data as an image signal and supplies the image signal to the liquid crystal display device 4 at a predetermined timing. An image is displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 based on the image signal from the D / A converter.

The voice control circuit 77 is for controlling the voice generated from the speakers 10a, 10b, 10c, for example, a sound source IC for controlling the voice, a voice data ROM for storing various voice data, and a voice signal. Includes an amplifier (AMP) for amplifying. The configuration of the voice control circuit 77 is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited to this.

The sound source IC controls the voice generated from the speakers 10a, 10b, 10c, and is one from a plurality of voice data stored in the voice data ROM in response to the voice generation command supplied from the sub CPU 71. Audio data can be selected.

Further, the sound source IC reads the selected audio data from the audio data ROM, converts the audio data into a predetermined audio signal, and supplies the audio signal to the amplifier. It should be noted that this amplifier amplifies the audio signal and generates audio from the speakers 10a, 10b, 10c.

The lamp control circuit 78 is for controlling a lamp / LED 27 including a decorative lamp, a drive circuit for supplying a lamp control signal, a decorative data ROM in which a plurality of types of lamp decoration patterns are stored, and the like. It is composed of. The configuration of the lamp control circuit 78 is merely an example, and is not limited thereto.

The movable effect device control circuit 79 operates (swings) the upper movable effect member 42A and the lower movable effect member 42B by operating the press operation button 9A or the like during the valid period of the operation for the operation unit 9, for example, in the jackpot gaming state. Etc.) to control the production operation.

[Game machine specifications]
Next, with reference to FIG. 7, specifications relating to the gaming characteristics of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described.

As shown in FIG. 7, in the present embodiment, the jackpot probability of the special symbol in the jackpot gaming state is 1 / 99.75 (657/65536) at the time of low probability (non-probability variable gaming state), which is a high probability. At the time (probability change game state), it is 1 / 13.05 (5020/65536). The small hit probability of the special symbol in the small hit game state is 1 / 29.92 (2190/65536) in both the first special symbol and the second special symbol. As for the digestion order of the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the lottery by the second special symbol is prioritized and digested. As the probability fluctuation performance (specification of the probability variation game state), the ST game state in which the probability variation game state continues up to 10 times as the number of games (the number of fluctuations of the special symbol) is implemented.

The distribution of special symbols is as follows. That is, in the big hit symbol "probability change 1" of the first special symbol, the big winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern) becomes the winning pattern 1, and the number of rounds of the round game is 16R (of which the actual number of rounds that can easily win the big winning opening is 7R) is given, and the bonus name indicating the production mode of the jackpot game state is "normal bonus", and the bonus content is "7R bonus". In this "normal bonus", the estimated number of winnings in the 1st to 7th rounds is 1 and the estimated number of winnings in the 8th to 16th rounds is 0 for winning the prize in the large winning opening 37. As a result, in the "normal bonus", the planned number of prize balls is 105. The probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 1" as the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol is set to 100/100. In the present embodiment, the "bonus" means a notification effect related to the number of prize balls.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 1" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 2, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "Big addition bonus", and the bonus content is "Big addition". It is a "bonus". In the "large addition bonus", the estimated number of winnings from the 1st to 7th rounds is 1 and the estimated number of winnings from the 8th to 16th rounds is 4 for winning the big winning opening 37. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 645 in the "large addition bonus". The probability (rush rate) of "probability change 1" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 35/100.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 2" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 3, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "Medium addition bonus 1", and the bonus content is "Medium". Extra bonus 1 ". In "Medium-addition bonus 1", the estimated number of winnings in the 1st to 7th rounds is 1 and the estimated number of winnings in the 8th to 16th rounds is 3 for winning the large winning opening 37. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 510 in the "Medium-addition bonus 1". The probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 2" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 20/100.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 3" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 4, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "Medium addition bonus 2", and the bonus content is "Medium". Additional bonus 2 ". "Medium-addition bonus 2" is an estimate of 1 R1 to 7R estimated winnings, 2 estimated 8R and 9R winnings, and 10R and 11R estimated winnings to the large winning opening 37. The number of winnings is 3, the estimated number of winnings on the 12th R is 1, and the estimated number of winnings on the 13th to 16th Rs is 4. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 510 in the "Medium-addition bonus 2". The probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 3" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 10/100.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 4" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 5, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "small addition bonus 1", and the bonus content is "small". Extra bonus 1 ". In the "small addition bonus 1", the estimated number of winnings in the 1st to 7th rounds is 1 and the estimated number of winnings in the 8th to 16th rounds is 2 for winning the large winning opening 37. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 375 in the "small addition bonus 1". The probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 4" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 15/100.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 5" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 6, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "small addition bonus 2", and the production content is "small". Additional bonus 2 ". In the "small addition bonus 2", the estimated number of winnings in the 1st to 13th rounds is 1 and the estimated number of winnings in the 14th to 16th rounds is 4 for winning the large winning opening 37. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 375 in the "small addition bonus 2". The probability (rush rate) of "probability change 5" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 10/100.

In the big hit symbol "Probability 6" of the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 7, the number of rounds is 16R (the actual number of rounds is also 16R), the bonus name is "no addition bonus", and the bonus content is "no addition". It is a "bonus". In the "non-addition bonus", the estimated number of winnings in the 1st to 16th rounds is one for winning the prize in the large winning opening 37. As a result, the planned number of prize balls is 240 in the "no extra bonus". The probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 6" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 10/100.

In the small hit symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the hit pattern is 8, and the bonus name and the bonus content are "small hit". The inrush rate of the small hit symbol is set to 100/100. In the small hit game state, unlike the big hit game state, there is no concept of a round game, so the number of rounds is not specified.

The number of large winning openings count corresponds to the specified number of winning openings that triggers the change from the open state to the closed state of the large winning opening 37 in one round. Is set to "1". That is, when one prize is counted in the large winning opening 37 in one round, the large winning opening 37 is changed from the open state to the closed state. It should be noted that the number of large winning openings (specified number of winnings) does not set the upper limit of the number of winnings in one round. That is, even if a prize exceeding the number of large prize openings is detected during one round, the number of prize balls corresponding to the number of prizes is paid out. As a result, it is possible to over-win a prize that exceeds the number of large winning openings. This point will be described later.

The time-saving performance (specification of the time-saving gaming state) is set so that the time-saving gaming state continues during a high probability (while in the probability variation gaming state). The number of prize balls is 3 for each winning opening (1st starting opening 32 and 2nd starting opening 33), 10 for each winning entry to the general winning opening 40, and the number of winning balls is 10 for each winning opening to the large winning opening 37. It is set to be 15 per prize. The hit probability of a normal symbol is set to be 0/257 when the probability is low and 257/257 when the probability is high. The number of hit symbols of a normal symbol is set to one. The number of winning counts when the second starting port 33 is opened is set to count up to 10 as an upper limit.

The specifications may have the following contents. For example, for special symbols, the jackpot probabilities at low probability and high probability are not limited to those described above. That is, the jackpot probability of the special symbol may be such that the probability of winning the jackpot is easier in the high probability than in the low probability. The small hit probability is not limited to the above. For example, it may be a specification in which the winning probability in the other special symbol is higher than that in one special symbol. Regarding the digestion order of the special symbols, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be set in the winning order without setting the priority order, or the first special symbol may be preferentially digested. The number of STs in which the probabilistic gaming state (ST gaming state) continues is not limited to the above. In addition, the probabilistic game state may be continued until the next big hit. The number of rounds is not limited to those described above, and a number of rounds other than 16R may be provided. The actual number of rounds may be the same as the regular number of rounds. The type of jackpot symbol is not limited to the above. For example, the types of jackpot symbols of the first special symbol may be increased. Further, even in the big hit game state based on the first special symbol, the additional bonus may be executed. In the present embodiment, the number of large winning opening counts (specified winning number) is set to "1", but the number is not limited to this. For example, the number of large winning openings may be set to 2 or more. In such a case, it is desirable to provide a large winning opening shutter or the like that allows more game balls to pass at the same time than the number of large winning opening counts. The time saving performance may be larger than the number of STs (the number of games in the probabilistic gaming state), or may be less than the number of STs including, for example, 0 times. The number of prize balls is not limited to those described above. For example, if the number of prize balls related to the large prize opening is set to a value different from the above value, the planned number of prize balls is calculated using the value and the estimated number of prizes, and the additional number described later is notified. Can be done. With respect to ordinary symbols, the hit probabilities at low probability and high probability are not limited to those described above. For example, the probability of winning a normal symbol may be as long as it is easier to win in the high probability than in the low probability, and for example, the winning may be made in the low probability. The number of hit symbols of ordinary symbols is not limited to those described above, and may be, for example, two or more. In the case of two or more, it is preferable that the opening patterns of the blade members are associated with each other so as to be different. The winning count number of the second starting port may be a value other than those described above.

[1 round opening / closing pattern]
Next, with reference to FIG. 8, the opening / closing pattern of the large winning opening in one round will be described.

As shown in FIG. 8, three types of opening / closing patterns A to C are defined as one-round opening / closing patterns (one-round opening / closing patterns) for the large winning opening 37. The opening / closing patterns A to C are opening / closing patterns corresponding to the big hit gaming state, and the opening / closing pattern C is an opening / closing pattern corresponding to the small hit gaming state. The opening / closing pattern C in the small hit game state is not defined as one round, but is shown as an opening / closing pattern for one round for convenience. The opening / closing patterns A to C shown in FIG. 8 are merely examples, and the number of types and the specific time for defining the opening / closing pattern may be other than those shown in the figure.

The opening / closing pattern A is an opening / closing pattern in which the open state continues for 10s. The opening / closing pattern A is defined as a round section from the first opening state to the final closing state. Similarly, in the other opening / closing patterns B and C, the round section is defined as the period from the first open state to the final closed state. In the section where the open state is 10 s, the open state of the large winning opening 37 is a relatively long long open. That is, in the opening / closing pattern A, the long opening occurs once, and the opening time of the opening / closing pattern A is 10 s.

The opening / closing pattern B is an opening / closing pattern in which the open state continues for 5s. The opening / closing pattern B is defined as a round section from the first opening state to the final closing state. In the section where the open state is 5 s, the open state of the large winning opening 37 is the middle open, which is shorter than the long open. That is, in the opening / closing pattern B, the middle opening occurs once, and the opening time of the opening / closing pattern B is 5 s.

The opening / closing pattern C is an opening / closing pattern in which the open state is only 0.1 s. The section where the open state is 0.1 s is a short open that is considerably shorter than the middle open. That is, the opening / closing pattern C has only one short opening, and the opening / closing time of the opening / closing pattern C is 0.1 s.

In the real round game in the big hit game state, among the above-mentioned opening / closing patterns A to C, the round game when the opening / closing control is performed based on the opening / closing patterns A and B including the long opening or the middle opening in which the game ball can win a prize. Applicable. The round game when the opening / closing is controlled based on the opening / closing pattern C is a non-substantial round game that does not correspond to the real round game.

The opening / closing pattern for one round may have the following contents. The opening pattern is not limited to the above three types, and may be two or less types or four or more types. Further, regarding the opening / closing pattern A, the opening time may not be 10s but may be, for example, less than 10s or more than 10s, and may be a time as long as a predetermined number of game balls can win a prize. Further, it may be opened a plurality of times instead of opening only once in one round. Regarding the opening / closing pattern B, the opening time may not be 5s but may be, for example, less than 5s or more than 5s, as long as a predetermined number of game balls can win a prize. Further, it may be opened a plurality of times instead of opening only once in one round. Further, the opening / closing pattern A and the opening / closing pattern B may have the same opening time, or the opening / closing pattern B may have a longer opening time than the opening / closing pattern A. Regarding the opening / closing pattern C, the opening time is not 0.1 s, but may be, for example, less than 0.1 s or more than 0.1 s. Further, it may be opened a plurality of times instead of opening only once in one round.

[Large winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern) and interval between rounds]
Next, with reference to FIG. 9, the big winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern) and the interval between rounds in the big hit game state and the small hit game state will be described.

As shown in FIG. 9, a plurality of hit patterns 1 to 8 are defined as the large winning opening opening / closing pattern (hit pattern). The winning pattern 1 is the number of rounds specified for the rounds that are open during the normal bonus (hereinafter referred to as the "specified number of rounds"), and the long opening and middle that allow the winning to the large winning opening 37. The actual number of rounds defined only for the rounds including at least the opening is the hit pattern defined as 7R. In addition, the interval between rounds starts immediately after the game ball having the specified number of winnings (1) is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370 in one round, and the large winnings are reached until the first round is opened in the next round. This corresponds to a section in which the mouth 37 is closed. The interval between rounds may be started immediately after the large winning opening 37 is completely closed in one round. As shown in the figure, as the pattern of the interval between rounds, the interval pattern a in which the closing time (closing time) is 0.3s, the interval pattern b in which 1.65s is set, and the interval pattern in which the closing time is 2.31s. An interval pattern d such as c and 2.97s is defined. In the winning pattern 1, the interval between all rounds is the interval pattern a, the large winning opening 37 becomes the opening / closing pattern A in the 1R to 7R rounds, and the large winning opening 37 becomes the opening / closing pattern A in the 8R to 16R rounds. It is specified to be the opening / closing pattern C. That is, the hit pattern 1 stipulates that the actual rounds are 7 rounds from the 1st round to the 7th round, and the remaining 9 rounds from the 8th round to the 16th round are executed as non-substantial rounds.

The hit pattern 2 is a hit pattern that occurs at the time of a large addition bonus and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. In the hit pattern 2, the interval between rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 7th round is the interval pattern a, and the interval between the rounds from the end of the 7th round to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern d. It is stipulated that the large winning opening 37 has the opening / closing pattern B in all rounds. In the large addition bonus that is executed as a production together with the winning pattern 2, the number of prize balls based only on the number of large winning opening counts (specified number of winnings: 1) is 240, but the planned number of winning balls including over winnings is 240. Since it becomes 645, the number (405) corresponding to these differences is notified as an additional number in the first half round (1R to 7R rounds).

The hit pattern 3 is a hit pattern that occurs at the time of the middle addition bonus 1 and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. In the hit pattern 3, the interval between rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 7th round is the interval pattern a, and the interval between the rounds from the end of the 7th round to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern c. It is stipulated that the large winning opening 37 has the opening / closing pattern B in all rounds. In the middle addition bonus 1 which is executed as a production together with the winning pattern 3, the number of prize balls based on the specified number of prizes is 240, but when the over prize is included, the planned number of prize balls is 510, so it corresponds to these differences. The number (270) to be added is notified as an additional number in the first half round.

The hit pattern 4 is a hit pattern that occurs at the time of the middle addition bonus 2 and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. In the hit pattern 4, the interval between rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 7th round is the interval pattern a, the interval between the rounds from the end of the 7th round to the start of the 9th round is the interval pattern b, and the interval from the end of the 9th round to the start of the 11th round. The interval between rounds is the interval pattern c, the interval between the 11th and 12th rounds is the interval pattern a, and the interval between the rounds from the end of the 12th R to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern d. It is stipulated that the large winning opening 37 has the opening / closing pattern B in all rounds of. In the middle addition bonus 2 executed as a production together with the hit pattern 4, the number (270) corresponding to the difference between the number of prize balls (240) and the planned number of prize balls (510) is the second half round (rounds after the 8th round). Will be notified as an additional number.

The hit pattern 5 is a hit pattern that occurs at the time of the small addition bonus 1 and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. In the hit pattern 5, the interval between rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 7th round is the interval pattern a, and the interval between the rounds from the end of the 7th round to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern b. It is stipulated that the large winning opening 37 has the opening / closing pattern B in all rounds. In the small addition bonus 1 executed as a production together with the hit pattern 5, the number of prize balls based on the specified number of prizes is 240, but the planned number of prize balls including the over prize is 375, so it corresponds to these differences. The number (135) to be added is notified as an additional number in the first half round.

The hit pattern 6 is a hit pattern that occurs at the time of the small addition bonus 2 and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. In the hit pattern 6, the interval between rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 13th round is the interval pattern a, and the interval between the rounds from the end of the 13th round to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern d. It is stipulated that the large winning opening 37 has the opening / closing pattern B in all rounds. In the small addition bonus 2 executed as an effect together with the winning pattern 6, the number (135) corresponding to the difference between the number of prize balls (240) and the planned number of prize balls (375) is notified as the number of additions until the second half round. ..

The hit pattern 7 is a hit pattern that occurs in the case of a bonus without addition, and the specified number of rounds and the actual number of rounds are specified as 16R. The winning pattern 7 is defined so that the interval between all rounds from the end of the 1st round to the start of the 16th round is the interval pattern a, and the large winning opening 37 becomes the opening / closing pattern B in all the rounds from the 1st round to the 16th round. Has been done. In the non-addition bonus executed as a production together with the winning pattern 7, there is no difference between the number of prize balls (240) and the planned number of prize balls (240) because over-winning is unlikely to occur, and the number of additions is notified. do not have.

The hit pattern 8 is defined to occur in the small hit game state, and the large winning opening 37 becomes the opening / closing pattern C only once. That is, the hit pattern 8 is executed as a hit pattern in which the possibility of winning a game ball for the large winning opening 37 is extremely low.

The hit pattern may have the following contents. In the present embodiment, as will be described later, on the premise that the game balls are continuously fired, the time of the interval between rounds is defined as the interval patterns a to d as described above, but the game balls. The time of the interval between rounds may be specified based on the start time of the firing operation of. For example, in the present embodiment, when a plurality of game balls are continuously fired by the start of the firing operation, for example, a second game ball may reach the large winning opening shutter 37A from the time when the firing operation is started. The assumed maximum arrival time of the second wax is 3.99 s (3.33 s + 0.66 s). Similarly, the estimated maximum arrival time of the third item is 4.65s (3.33s + 0.66s + 0.66s), and the estimated maximum arrival time of the fourth item is 5.31s (3.33s + 0.66s + 0.66s + 0.66s), 5 The assumed maximum arrival time of the item is 5.97s (3.33s + 0.66 + 0.66s + 0.66s + 0.66s). Thereby, as the interval pattern b, the time corresponding to such a second assumed maximum arrival time may be specified. That is, the interval patterns a to d may be other than the above-mentioned time, but the interval pattern a is preferably a time less than the second assumed maximum arrival time, and the interval pattern b is the third assumed maximum time. The time is preferably less than the arrival time, the interval pattern c is preferably the time less than the fourth assumed maximum arrival time, and the interval pattern d is the time less than the fifth assumed maximum arrival time. Is preferable. In the present embodiment, the interval pattern d, which is the maximum time of the interval between rounds, is defined as the time during which four prizes (three over prizes) can be achieved per round, but five or more per round. It may be a time when a prize can be won. However, when five or more prizes can be won, it is preferable that the longitudinal dimension of the large prize opening shutter 37A is a length that allows at least five game balls to pass at the same time. Further, the hit pattern 1 may be assigned the same opening / closing pattern to all of the rounds, or may have different opening / closing patterns only in a part of the rounds. Further, the hit pattern 1 may have a different interval pattern only for a part of the intervals between rounds. Regarding the hit patterns 2 to 7, the opening / closing patterns may be different in some or all rounds. Further, the hit patterns 2 to 7 may have different interval patterns only for some round-to-round intervals.

[Specifications of the large winning opening shutter]
Next, the specifications of the large winning opening shutter 37A will be described with reference to FIG. Note that FIG. 10 schematically shows the positional relationship between the large winning opening shutter 37A (large winning opening 37) and the large winning opening count switch 370 as being different from those in FIG. 3 and the like for convenience.

As shown in FIG. 10A, the large winning opening shutter 37A is movable in the front-rear direction (direction indicated by the white arrow in the figure) of the game board 1 (not shown). For example, when the diameter d of the game ball is 11 mm, the large winning opening shutter 37A has a longitudinal dimension L of about d × 8 + a (6 mm) = 94 mm. As a result, up to eight game balls can pass through the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A in the closed state at the same time. However, in the present embodiment, the firing interval from the launch of one game ball to the launch of the next one game ball according to the start of the firing operation, or the firing of one game ball is performed. As shown in FIG. 10B by considering the arrival time from the game ball to the position of the game ball at the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A (the upper region of the right end portion of the closed large winning opening shutter 37A). In addition, up to four game balls can pass at the same time. The time until the game ball reaching the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370 (time until the interval between rounds starts) is about 0.1 s. Further, it takes about 0.01 s for the large winning opening shutter 37A to move from one of the positions in which the large winning opening 37 is closed and the position in which the large winning opening 37 is opened to the other position. Is.

That is, in the present embodiment, the launching device 26 has 90.90 firings per minute and a firing interval of 0.66 seconds. Further, the time from the launch preparation position (not shown) to the position where the game ball reaches the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A through the first guide rail 30 and the second guide rail 30'is approximately 3.00 to 3. It takes 33 seconds. As a result, in a state where right-handed hitting is continuously performed, the next game ball wins a large prize approximately 0.33 to 0.99 seconds after one game ball reaches the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A. It reaches the right end portion of the mouth shutter 37A. Further, the large winning opening shutter 37A has a longitudinal dimension L of 94 mm, and up to eight game balls having a diameter d = 11 mm can pass in a row at the same time, but the game balls are 0. Since the inclined surface is such that it advances by 11 mm in 33 seconds, that is, it advances by 22 mm every 0.66 seconds, it is practically possible for a maximum of four game balls to pass at the same time. The inter-round interval is started from the time when the winning of one game ball is detected during the round game, and is started immediately before the big winning opening shutter 37A completely closes the big winning opening 37. Further, regarding the time from when the large winning opening shutter 37A is opened immediately after the game ball reaches the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A until the winning of the game ball is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370. It takes 0.1 seconds. Further, it is assumed that 0.01 seconds are required for one opening / closing operation in which the large winning opening shutter 37A moves from the closed position to the open position or from the open position to the closed position.

In the present embodiment, by assuming various times as described above, the time of the interval between rounds after the end of the 1st round is an interval in the state where the right-handed hit is continuously performed in the big hit game state. If the pattern d is 2.97s, it is possible to win 4 prizes including 3 over prizes per round. Regarding the time of such an interval pattern d, for example, after the game ball whose winning is detected in the first round reaches the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A, the next game ball is the large winning opening after 0.99 seconds at the maximum. Given that it reaches the right end of the shutter 37A, the time that four game balls including this game ball will be located on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A is approximately 0.99s + 0.66s × 3 (pieces). It is proved from the fact that = 2.97s. Further, if the interval between rounds after the end of the 1st round is 2.31 s of the interval pattern c, 3 prizes including 2 over prizes per round can be won. This can be assumed as a state in which the number of over-winnings is reduced from three to two over-winnings. As a result, regarding the time of the interval pattern c, the time during which the three game balls will be located on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A is 2.97s of the interval pattern d corresponding to the above-mentioned three over winnings. It is considered that the transit time for one piece is subtracted from, and it is proved from the fact that 2.97s-0.66s = 2.31s. Similarly, if the interval between rounds after the end of the 1st round is 1.65 s of the interval pattern b, two prizes including one over prize per round can be won. This can be assumed as a state in which the number of over-winnings is reduced from two to one over-winning. As a result, regarding the time of the interval pattern b, the time during which the two game balls will be located on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A is 2.31s of the interval pattern c corresponding to the above-mentioned two over winnings. It is considered that the transit time for one piece is subtracted from, and it is proved from the fact that 2.31s-0.66s = 1.65s. Further, if the interval between rounds after the end of the 1st round is 0.3 s of the interval pattern a, there is no over-winning per round and only one winning is possible. Regarding the time of such an interval pattern a, for example, after the game ball whose winning is detected in the first round reaches the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A, the next game ball is the large winning opening after 0.33 seconds at the shortest. It is demonstrated that the next game ball is opened before reaching the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A in 0.3 s shorter than 0.33 seconds because it reaches the right end portion of the shutter 37A. To.

[Various tables]
Next, various tables referred to by the sub CPU 71 will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 to 13. The table defines lottery value (random number value) information for determining a predetermined item based on a lottery value (random number value) extracted (lottery) from a predetermined random number range. Value information is synonymous with the so-called lottery rate. The lottery price information (lottery rate) can be changed as appropriate. In the following description, the "random number value" may be simply referred to as a "random number". 11 and 13 show a selection rate (%) corresponding to the lottery rate.

[Additional pattern selection table]
FIG. 11 is a diagram showing an additional pattern selection table. This additional pattern selection table is a table referred to in the hit effect pattern determination process (see FIG. 36) of the sub CPU 71, which will be described later. The addition pattern selection table is a table for selecting an addition pattern as a hit effect pattern described later according to the hit patterns 2 to 7. The addition pattern selection table is provided for each of the winning patterns 2 to 7, and defines various addition patterns to be determined and a selection rate (%) when selecting the addition pattern by lottery.

According to the additional pattern selection table (hit pattern 2) associated with the hit pattern 2, the large additional patterns 1 to 4 are selected with a predetermined selection rate as the additional patterns corresponding to the large additional bonus. According to the addition pattern selection table (hit pattern 3) associated with the hit pattern 3, the middle addition patterns 1 to 4 are selected with a predetermined selection rate as the addition pattern corresponding to the middle addition bonus 1. According to the addition pattern selection table (hit pattern 4) associated with the hit pattern 4, the middle addition patterns 5 to 8 are selected with a predetermined selection rate as the addition pattern corresponding to the middle addition bonus 2. According to the addition pattern selection table (hit pattern 5) associated with the hit pattern 5, the small addition patterns 1 to 4 are selected with a predetermined selection rate as the addition pattern corresponding to the small addition bonus 1. According to the additional pattern selection table (hit pattern 6) associated with the hit pattern 6, the small additional patterns 5 to 8 are selected with a predetermined selection rate as the additional patterns corresponding to the small additional bonus 2. According to the additional pattern selection table (hit pattern 7) associated with the hit pattern 7, the non-addition pattern 1 is selected at a predetermined selection rate (100% in the present embodiment) as the additional pattern corresponding to the non-addition bonus. Will be done.

The selection rate for distributing the additional pattern, which is a decision item in the additional pattern selection table, is not limited to that shown in FIG. Each of the additional pattern selection tables other than the additional pattern selection table (hit pattern 7) defines four additional patterns, but an additional pattern of 3 or less or 5 or more may be specified, and each additional pattern selection table may be specified. The number of patterns specified for each may be different. In the addition pattern selection table (pattern 7), a plurality of addition patterns may be specified.

[Additional pattern table]
FIG. 12 is a diagram showing an additional pattern table. This additional pattern table is a table referred to in the in-round effect processing (see FIG. 37) of the sub CPU 71, which will be described later. The addition pattern table is a table for defining the number of additions for production and the round for notifying the additions according to the addition pattern. The additional pattern table is provided for each type of bonus, and defines the additional pattern and the number of rounds as reference items and the additional number as a decision item. It should be noted that the number of additions is notified with the appearance of the addition character described later.

According to the addition pattern table (large addition bonus) corresponding to the large addition bonus, the number of rounds and the number of additional additions notified are specified for each of the large addition patterns 1 to 4 as the addition pattern. For example, in the large addition pattern 1, "30" is notified as the addition number in the 2R, "105" is notified as the addition number in the 4R, and "270" is notified as the addition number in the 7R. The total number of these additions is "405".

According to the addition pattern table corresponding to the middle addition bonus 1 (middle addition bonus 1), the number of rounds and the number of additional additions to be notified are defined for each of the middle addition patterns 1 to 4 as the addition pattern. For example, in the middle addition pattern 1, "30" is notified as the addition number in the 2R, "105" is notified as the addition number in the 4R, and "135" is notified as the addition number in the 7R. The total number of these additions is "270".

According to the addition pattern table corresponding to the middle addition bonus 2 (middle addition bonus 2), the number of rounds and the number of additional additions to be notified are defined for each of the middle addition patterns 5 to 8 as the addition pattern. For example, in the middle addition pattern 5, "135" is notified as the addition number on the 8th R, and "135" is notified as the addition number on the 9R. The total number of these additions is "270".

According to the addition pattern table (small addition bonus 1) corresponding to the small addition bonus 1, the number of rounds and the number of additions notified are defined for each of the small addition patterns 1 to 4 as the addition pattern. For example, in the small addition pattern 1, "30" is notified as the addition number in the 2Rth, and "105" is notified as the addition number in the 4Rth. The total number of these additions is "135".

According to the addition pattern table (small addition bonus 2) corresponding to the small addition bonus 2, the number of rounds and the number of additional additions notified are defined for each of the small addition patterns 5 to 8 as the addition pattern. For example, in the small addition pattern 5, "135" is notified as the addition number only to the 8th Rth.

According to the additional pattern table (non-addition bonus) corresponding to the non-addition bonus, the number of rounds corresponding to the non-addition pattern 1 as the addition pattern and the number of additional additions to be notified are defined. For example, in the non-addition pattern 1, the number of additions is not notified in any of the rounds.

The numerical value for distributing the additional number in the additional pattern table is not limited to that shown in FIG. 12, and the additional number (405, 270, 135) obtained from the difference between the number of prize balls and the planned number of prize balls should be appropriately distributed. It should be. Further, by notifying a numerical value exceeding the total additional number as an additional number and then setting a numerical value to be notified to be subtracted, the total additional number may be finally determined. .. Further, for example, "210" may be specified as the initial value so that the notification of the additional number is always generated in any round.

[Additional character lottery table]
FIG. 13 is a diagram showing an additional character lottery table. The additional character lottery table is a table referred to in the hit effect pattern determination process (see FIG. 36) of the sub CPU 71, which will be described later. The additional character lottery table is a table for selecting an additional character to appear at the start of the additional bonus or at the time of notifying the additional number according to the additional pattern by lottery. The additional character lottery table defines various additional patterns as reference items, additional characters as determination items, and a selection rate (%) when selecting additional characters by lottery. "Animal", "female", and "fireworks master" are defined as additional characters.

For example, in the large addition patterns 1 to 4, the selection rate of the "female" addition character is generally higher than that of the "animal" addition character, and the selection rate of the "fireworks master" addition character is higher than that of the "female" addition character. Is stipulated to be high. In the middle addition patterns 1 to 8, it is stipulated that the selection rate of the addition characters of "female" and "fireworks master" is generally higher than that of the addition characters of "animal". In the small addition patterns 1 to 8, it is stipulated that the selection rate of the addition character of "animal" is generally higher than that of the addition character of "female" or "fireworks master". In the non-addition pattern 1, the selection rate of the addition character of the "animal" is defined to be the highest. The additional characters that appear based on such an additional character lottery table suggest the type of bonus, and the number of additional characters notified at the same time as the appearance of the additional character also raises expectations for the prize ball. be able to.

The selection rate for distributing the additional characters in the additional character lottery table is not limited to that shown in FIG. For various additional characters, an additional pattern that cannot be selected may be specified. For example, it is assumed that the additional character of "animal" cannot be selected only in the large addition pattern, the additional character of "female" cannot be selected only in the non-addition pattern, and the additional character of "fireworks master" is. , The selectivity may be specified so that it can be selected only in the medium addition pattern or the large addition pattern.

[Control by main CPU]
Next, the processes executed by the main CPU 61 will be described below with reference to FIGS. 14 to 31.

[Main processing by the main CPU]
14 and 15 are flowcharts showing the main processing executed by the main CPU 61. This main process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 14, in S10, the main CPU 61 performs a watchdog timer disable setting process. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S11.

In S11, the main CPU 61 performs input / output port setting processing. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S12.

In S12, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not it is in a power failure detection state. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the power failure detection signal is HIGH (high level). If the power failure detection signal is not HIGH, it is determined that it is in the power failure detection state and the process is transferred to S12. If the power failure detection signal is HIGH, it is determined that it is not in the power failure detection state and processing is performed in S13. Move.

In S13, the main CPU 61 performs sub-control reception reception wait processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of waiting until the sub-control circuit 70 receives a signal. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S14.

In S14, the main CPU 61 performs a process of permitting writing to the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S15.

In S15, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the backup clear switch 81 (see FIG. 6) is ON. In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that the backup clear switch 81 is ON, the process is transferred to S30 (see FIG. 15), and when it is determined that the backup clear switch 81 is not ON, the process is changed to S16. Move the process.

In S16, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not there is a power failure detection flag. In this process, if the main CPU 61 determines that there is a power failure detection flag, the process is transferred to S17, and if it is determined that there is no power failure detection flag, the process is transferred to S30 (see FIG. 15). ..

In S17, the main CPU 61 performs a process of checking the damage in the work area and calculating the work damage check value. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S18.

In S18, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the work damage check value is a normal value. In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that the work damage check value is a normal value, the process is transferred to S19, and when it is determined that the work damage check value is not a normal value, the process is transferred to S30. ..

In S19, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting 7FFEH in the stack pointer. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S20.

In S20, the main CPU 61 performs the initial setting process of the work area at the time of power recovery. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S21.

In S21, the main CPU 61 performs a probability change state display notification setting process at the time of power recovery. Specifically, the main CPU 61 is configured to display that the jackpot winning probability is in the high probability state in the case of the probabilistic gaming state. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S22. The display to be notified may be configured to end at the first fluctuation start or fluctuation end after the power is turned on.

In S22, the main CPU 61 performs a process of transmitting a command at the time of power recovery. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of transmitting a command for returning to the gaming state at the time of power interruption to the sub-control circuit 70. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S23.

In S23, the main CPU 61 performs initial settings for devices around the main CPU 61. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S24, and the process is restored to the address before the power failure, that is, the program address indicated by the program counter restored from the stack area.

As shown in FIG. 15, in S30, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the stack pointer to 8000H. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S31.

In S31, the main CPU 61 performs a process of acquiring the initial value of the random number related to the hit determination. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S32.

In S32, the main CPU 61 performs the entire work area clearing process. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S33.

In S33, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting an initial value of a random number related to hit determination. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S34.

In S34, the main CPU 61 performs the initial setting process of the work area at the time of the initialization of the RAM. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S35.

In S35, the main CPU 61 performs a process of transmitting a command at the time of initialization of the main RAM 63 to the sub-control circuit 70. Further, in the sub control circuit 70, the main CPU 61 is initialized based on the received command. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S36.

In S36, the main CPU 61 performs initial settings for devices around the main CPU 61. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S37.

In S37, the main CPU 61 performs interrupt prohibition processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of prohibiting the interrupt process. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S38.

In S38, the main CPU 61 performs the initial value random number update process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of updating the initial random number counter value. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S39.

In S39, the main CPU 61 performs an interrupt permission process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of permitting the interrupt process. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S40.

In S40, the main CPU 61 performs a process of updating the random number for selecting the effect condition. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of updating the random number counter value for effect. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S41.

In S41, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the system timer monitoring timer value is 3 or more. In this process, the main CPU 61 refers to the system timer monitoring timer value stored in the main RAM 63, and if the system timer monitoring timer value is 3 or more, the process is transferred to S42 and the system timer monitoring timer value is 3. If it is not the above, the process is transferred to S37.

In S42, the main CPU 61 performs a process of subtracting 3 from the value of the system timer monitoring timer stored in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S43.

In S43, the main CPU 61 performs a timer update process. In this process, the main CPU 61 measures the waiting time timer for synchronizing the main control circuit 60 and the sub control circuit 70, and the opening time of the large winning opening 37 that is opened when a big hit or a small hit occurs. Large winning opening opening time timer, security signal output timer for measuring the minimum output period of the security signal output from the main CPU 61 to the hall computer 100 via the external terminal board 80 when it is detected that there is an illegal act. Etc., the process of updating various timers is executed. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S44.

In S44, the main CPU 61 performs a special symbol control process. As will be described in detail later, in this process, the main CPU 61 performs a special symbol control process. The main CPU 61 extracts a hit determination random value and a hit symbol determination random value according to the detection signals from the first start port switch 320 and the second start port switch 330, and makes a big hit determination stored in the main ROM 62. With reference to the table (not shown), it is determined whether or not the special symbol lottery (big hit and small hit lottery) has been won, and the result of the determination is stored in the main RAM 63. The special symbol control process of S44 will be described later with reference to FIG. 22. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S45.

In S45, the main CPU 61 normally performs a symbol control process. In this process, the main CPU 61 extracts a normal symbol determination random value and a normal symbol determination random value according to the detection signal from the passing gate switch 350, and stores the extracted normal symbol determination random value and the main ROM 62. Based on the normal symbol winning table (not shown), it is determined whether or not the normal symbol lottery has been won, and the result of this determination, the random value for determining the normal symbol, and the normal symbol determination table stored in the main ROM 62. Based on (not shown), it is determined whether the symbol is a lost symbol or a hit symbol, and a process of storing the result of the determination is performed. If the normal symbol lottery is won, the result of the determination indicating the winning symbol is stored, and if the result is not won, the result of the determination indicating the lost symbol is stored. When the result of the determination indicating the winning symbol is stored, the blade member 34 is opened three times in 1.3 seconds, four times in 1.4 seconds, or six times in 1.8 seconds, for example. .. That is, when the normal symbol lottery is won, the blade member 34 is opened, and when the blade member 34 is in the open state, the game ball is likely to win a prize in the second starting port 33. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S46.

In S46, the main CPU 61 performs a symbol display device control process. In this process, the main CPU 61 sends a control signal for driving the LED unit 5 to the main RAM 63 according to the result of the special symbol control process stored in the main RAM 63 in S44 and S45 and the result of the normal symbol control process. Perform the process of memorizing. The main CPU 61 transmits the control signal to the LED unit 5. The LED unit 5 variablely displays and stops the first special symbol or the second special symbol on the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 based on the received control signal. Further, the normal symbol display unit 51 of the LED unit 5 displays the normal symbol in a variable manner and a stop display based on the received control signal. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S47.

In S47, the main CPU 61 performs game information data generation processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 generates data related to the game information signal to be transmitted to the stand computer or the hall computer 100, and performs a process of storing the data in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S48.

In S48, the main CPU 61 performs a symbol hold number data generation process. In this process, the main CPU 61 has the first start port switch 320, the second start port switch 320, which is detected by the special symbol-related switch check process and the normal symbol-related switch check process (S71, S72 in FIG. 17) in the timer interrupt process described later. The first is based on the detection signal from the start port switch 330 and the passing gate switch 350, and the update result of the hold number data stored in the main RAM 63 which is updated according to the execution of the variation display of the special symbol and the normal symbol. A process of storing a control signal for driving the special symbol hold display unit 55, the second special symbol hold display unit 56, and the normal symbol hold display unit 52 is performed in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S49.

In S49, the main CPU 61 performs port output processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of outputting a control signal stored in the main RAM 63 from each port in the above steps or the like. Specifically, the main CPU 61 outputs a security signal to the hall computer 100 via the external terminal board 80, an LED power supply (common signal) for lighting the LED, opening / closing of the special winning opening shutter 37A, and the blade member 34. It supplies solenoid power for driving the solenoid that opens and closes. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S50.

In S50, the main CPU 61 performs command control processing related to the winning opening. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of controlling a winning opening-related command. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S37.

In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the processing in S38 to S50 of the main processing by the main CPU 61 constitutes the gaming processing.

[Timer interrupt processing by the main CPU 61]
FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed by the main CPU 61. This timer interrupt process is executed in the following step units. The main CPU 61 may interrupt the main process and execute the timer interrupt process even when the main process is being executed. This timer interrupt process is a process performed according to a clock pulse generated at predetermined intervals (for example, 2 ms) from a clock pulse generation circuit (not shown). In the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, the timer interrupt process by the main CPU 61 constitutes the interrupt process.

As shown in FIG. 16, in S60, the main CPU 61 performs a register save process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of saving the register. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S61.

In S61, the main CPU 61 performs a timer update process. As will be described in detail later, in this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of increasing the value of the system timer monitoring timer stored in the main RAM 63 by +1. The system timer monitoring timer is a monitoring timer for executing a predetermined process (special symbol control process, etc.) on condition that the timer interrupt process is started a predetermined number of times (three times). When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S62.

In S62, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting clear data in the watchdog output data. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets clear data in the watchdog output data and transmits a control signal based on the watchdog output data to the initial reset circuit 64. The initial reset circuit 64 releases the voltage of the capacitor based on the received control signal. When a predetermined time (for example, 3100 ms) determined by the capacity of the capacitor connected to the initial reset circuit 64 has elapsed after the watchdog timer provided in the initial reset circuit 64 is cleared, the initial reset circuit 64 to the main CPU 61 A system reset signal is output to. The main CPU 61 is in a system reset state when a system reset signal is input from the initial reset circuit 64. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S63.

In S63, the main CPU 61 performs random number update processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of updating a random number. For example, the main CPU 61 updates random numbers such as a hit determination random number counter, a hit symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination random number counter, and an effect condition determination random number counter. Note that the random number counter for hit determination and the random number counter for determining the winning symbol lack fairness if the update timing of the counter value is undefined. Therefore, in order to guarantee this, the timing is fixed every 2 ms. I am trying to update with. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S64.

In S64, the main CPU 61 performs a switch input process. As will be described in detail later, in this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not each switch corresponding to each passing region or the like has detected a winning. For example, when the main CPU 61 detects a winning, the bit corresponding to the passing area determined to have won is set to "1 (ON)". The switch input process of S64 will be described later with reference to FIG. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S65.

In S65, the main CPU 61 performs a payout control process. In this process, the main CPU 61 checks whether or not a game ball has won a prize in the large winning opening 37, the first starting opening 32, the second starting opening 33, and the general winning opening 40, and if there is a winning, each of them. The payout request command corresponding to is transmitted to the payout / launch control circuit 82. That is, the main CPU 61 sets a command for paying out the prize ball corresponding to the passing area whose bit is "1 (ON)" with the winning of the game ball from the payout device 83, and also sets the command. Is sent to the payout / launch control circuit 82. Further, when this command is set, the bit corresponding to the passing area that triggered the command set is controlled to "0 (OFF)". When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S66.

In S66, the main CPU 61 performs command transmission control processing. In this process, the main CPU 61 transmits each set command to the command input port 74 of the sub-control circuit 70 through the command output port 66. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S67.

In S67, the main CPU 61 performs a register return process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of returning the register to the address before the interrupt process. When this processing is completed, this timer interrupt processing routine is terminated.

[Switch input processing]
FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a switch input process executed by the main CPU 61. This switch input process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 17, in S70, the main CPU 61 performs a fraud detection switch check process. In this process, the main CPU 61 confirms the detection state of a radio wave sensor (not shown) capable of detecting radio waves, a magnetic sensor capable of detecting magnetism, a vibration sensor capable of detecting vibration, and the like. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S71. If any of the above sensors is in the detected state, an error notification may be performed, and at that time, for example, even if the large winning opening count switch detects the winning of the game ball, the winning is invalidated. You may try to do it.

In S71, the main CPU 61 performs a special symbol-related switch check process. This special symbol-related switch check process will be described later with reference to FIG. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S72.

In S72, the main CPU 61 performs a normal symbol-related switch check process. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not there is an input of the passing gate switch 350, in other words, whether or not a game ball is detected, and if it is determined that there is an input, the reserved number is an upper limit (for example,). It is determined whether or not the number is 4), and if it is determined that the upper limit is satisfied, this process is terminated. When it is determined that it is not the upper limit, the hit judgment random number value is extracted from the hit judgment random number counter of the normal symbol game, and the hit symbol determination random number value is extracted from the hit symbol determination random number counter, and the normal of the main RAM 63 is normal. Performs storage in the symbol storage area. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S73.

In S73, the main CPU 61 performs a prize ball-related switch check process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not there is an input of the general winning opening left switch 400A, the general winning opening right switch 400B, the first starting port switch 320, and the second starting port switch 330. When it is determined that the input of the general winning opening left switch 400A or the general winning opening right switch 400B is input, the process of adding 1 to the value of the general winning opening winning ball counter is performed, and the first starting opening switch 320 or the second starting is started. When it is determined that the input of the mouth switch 330 has been input, a process of adding 1 to the value of the starting mouth winning counter corresponding to each is performed. When this processing is completed, this switch input processing routine is terminated.

[Special symbol related switch check processing]
FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing a special symbol-related switch check process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol-related switch check process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 18, in S80, the main CPU 61 performs the first start port switch check process. This process will be described later with reference to FIG. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S81.

In S81, the main CPU 61 performs a second start port switch check process. This process will be described later with reference to FIG. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S82.

In S82, the main CPU 61 performs a large winning opening switch check process. This process will be described later with reference to FIG. When this processing is completed, this special symbol-related switch check processing routine is terminated.

[1st start port switch check process]
FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing a first start port switch check process executed by the main CPU 61. This first start port switch check process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 19, in S90, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 32 is detected based on the detection signal from the first starting port switch 320. conduct. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the bit of the first start port winning detection counter corresponding to the detection signal from the first start port switch 320 is "1 (ON)", and determines whether or not the bit is "1 (ON)", and the first start port. If the bit of the winning detection counter is "1 (ON)", the process is transferred to S91, and if the bit of the winning detection counter is not "1 (ON)", this first starting port is used. Terminates the switch check processing routine.

In S91, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of start storages of the first special symbol is 4 or more. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the number of start storages of the first special symbol, that is, the number of holdings is 4 or more. If it is determined that the number of holdings is 4 or more, the first start port switch check processing routine is terminated, and if it is determined that the number of holdings is not 4 or more, the processing is transferred to S92.

In S92, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the number of start storages of the first special symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the value of the reserved number of the first special symbol stored in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S93.

In S93, the main CPU 61 performs various random value acquisition processes. In this process, the main CPU 61 extracts the hit determination random number value of the special symbol game from the hit determination random number counter by so-called special symbol lottery, and further extracts the hit symbol determination random number value from the hit symbol determination random number counter. , The random number value for determining the effect condition is extracted from the random number counter for determining the effect condition and stored in the first special symbol start storage area of the main RAM 63.

In the present embodiment, the first special symbol start storage area is from the first special symbol start storage area (0) to the first special symbol start storage area (4), and is stored in the first special symbol start storage area (0). Judgment results based on the hit determination random numbers are derived and displayed by the first special symbol, and various types obtained by winning a prize in the first starting port 32 while the first special symbol or the second special symbol is changing. The random number values of are sequentially stored in the first special symbol start storage area (1) to the first special symbol start storage area (4) as start storage. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S94.

In S94, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the first special symbol fluctuation state data. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the first special symbol variation state data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S95.

In S95, the main CPU 61 performs a winning effect determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not to perform a winning effect based on a random number lottery. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S96.

In S96, the main CPU 61 sets a start winning command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. This start winning command includes information indicating a random number for hit determination and information indicating a random number for determining a winning symbol. The start winning command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70, so that the sub control circuit 70 recognizes that the game ball has won a prize and whether or not the winning lottery result has been won. It will be like. The data of the start winning command includes data for executing a winning effect, for example, an effect such as changing the display mode of the reserved ball to be displayed, when it is determined in the process of S95 that the winning effect is to be produced. This enables a so-called "look-ahead effect" in which the effect is executed based on the start memory before the variable execution. When this processing is completed, the first start port switch check processing routine is terminated.

[Second start port switch check process]
FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing a second start port switch check process executed by the main CPU 61. This second start port switch check process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 20, in S100, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the winning of the game ball to the second starting port 33 is detected based on the detection signal from the second starting port switch 330. conduct. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the bit of the second start port winning detection counter corresponding to the detection signal from the second start port switch 330 is "1 (ON)", and determines whether or not the bit is "1 (ON)", and the second start port. If the bit of the winning detection counter is "1 (ON)", the process is transferred to S101, and if the bit of the winning detection counter is not "1 (ON)", this second starting port is used. Terminates the switch check processing routine.

In S101, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the number of start storages of the second special symbol is 4 or more. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the number of start storages of the second special symbol, that is, the number of holdings is 4 or more. If it is determined that the number of holdings is 4 or more, the second start port switch check processing routine is terminated, and if it is determined that the number of holdings is not 4 or more, the processing is transferred to S102.

In S102, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the number of start storages of the second special symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the value of the reserved number of the second special symbol stored in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S103.

In S103, the main CPU 61 performs various random value acquisition processes. In this process, the main CPU 61 extracts the hit determination random number value of the special symbol game from the hit determination random number counter by so-called special symbol lottery, and further extracts the hit symbol determination random number value from the hit symbol determination random number counter. , The random number value for determining the effect condition is extracted from the random number counter for determining the effect condition and stored in the second special symbol start storage area of the main RAM 63.

In the present embodiment, the second special symbol start storage area is from the second special symbol start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4), and is stored in the second special symbol start storage area (0). Judgment results based on the hit determination random numbers are derived and displayed by the second special symbol, and various types obtained by winning a prize in the second starting port 33 during the change of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. The random number values of are sequentially stored in the second special symbol start storage area (1) to the second special symbol start storage area (4) as start storage. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S104.

In S104, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the second special symbol fluctuation state data. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the second special symbol variation state data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S105.

In S105, the main CPU 61 performs a winning effect determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not to perform a winning effect based on a random number lottery. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S106.

In S106, the main CPU 61 sets a start winning command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. The start winning command is as described above. When this processing is completed, the second start port switch check processing routine is terminated.

[Large winning opening switch check process]
FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing a large winning opening switch check process executed by the main CPU 61. This big winning opening switch check process is executed in the following step units. As shown in FIG. 21, in S110, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the winning of the game ball to the winning opening 37 is detected based on the detection signal from the winning opening count switch 370. .. In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening 37 is detected, the process is transferred to S111, and it is determined that the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening 37 is not detected. In that case, this large winning opening switch check processing routine is terminated.

In S111, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding 1 to the value of the large winning opening winning counter. The large winning opening winning counter is a counter for determining whether or not the number of winnings of the game ball detected in one round has reached the specified number of winnings. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S112.

In S112, the main CPU 61 sets a large winning opening winning command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. The big winning opening winning command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 so that the sub control circuit 70 recognizes the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening 37. Become. On condition of receiving such a big winning opening winning command, the sub-control circuit 70 adds, for example, the number of extras displayed in the extra bonus to the number of scheduled prize balls described later. When this processing is completed, the large winning opening switch check processing routine is terminated.

[Special symbol control processing]
FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing a special symbol control process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol control process is executed in the following step units. In FIG. 22, the numerical values shown on the sides of S121 to S128 indicate the control state flags corresponding to those steps, and are stored in the storage area of the control state flags in the main RAM 63. The main CPU 61 executes one step corresponding to the numerical value of the control state flag stored in the main RAM 63. As a result, the special symbol game will proceed.

As shown in FIG. 22, in the first S120, the main CPU 61 executes a process of loading the control state flag. In this process, the main CPU 61 reads the control state flag from the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S121.

In S121 to S128, which will be described later, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not to execute various processes in each step based on the value of the control state flag. This control state flag indicates the state of the game of the special symbol game, and enables any of the processes in S121 to S128 to be executed. In addition, the main CPU 61 executes the processing in each step at a predetermined timing determined according to the waiting time timer or the like set for each step. Before reaching this predetermined timing, the main CPU 61 ends without executing the process in each step, and executes another subroutine. The main CPU 61 also executes a timer interrupt process at a predetermined cycle.

In S121, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol storage check process. The details of S121 will be described later with reference to FIG. 23. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S122.

In S122, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol fluctuation time management process. In this process, the main CPU 61 uses the control state flag as a value (01H) indicating the special symbol fluctuation time management, and when the fluctuation time elapses, the value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management as the control state flag. Set and set the waiting time (for example, 600ms) after confirmation in the waiting time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of S123 after the waiting time has elapsed after the confirmation. The details of S122 will be described later with reference to FIG. 25. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S123.

In S123, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol display time management process. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the control state flag is a big hit or a small hit when the control state flag is a value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management and the waiting time has elapsed after the confirmation. When the main CPU 61 is a big hit or a small hit, the value (03H) indicating the hit start interval management is set in the control state flag, and the time corresponding to the hit start interval is set in the waiting time timer. That is, the process of S124 is set to be executed after the time corresponding to the hit start interval has elapsed. On the other hand, the main CPU 61 sets a value (07H) indicating the end of the special symbol game when it is not a big hit or a small hit. That is, it is set to execute the process of S128. The details of this S123 will be described later with reference to FIG. 26. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S124.

In S124, the main CPU 61 executes the hit start interval management process. In this process, the main CPU 61 has a control state flag having a value (03H) indicating hit start interval management, and when the time corresponding to the hit start interval has elapsed, the large winning opening shutter read from the main ROM 62 has elapsed. Data for opening 37A is stored in the main RAM 63. Then, in the process of S49 of FIG. 15, the main CPU 61 reads out the data for opening the large winning opening shutter 37A stored in the main RAM 63, and sends a signal to open the large winning opening shutter 37A. It is supplied to the large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A. As a result, the main CPU 61 controls the opening and closing of the large winning opening 37. That is, a hit game state is executed in which a predetermined advantageous game (a round game in which the large winning opening 37 changes into an open state in which the game ball is easily accepted and a closed state in which it is difficult to accept the game ball after an interval period) is repeatedly performed a predetermined time. Become. In this case, a small hit game state in which the large winning opening 37 is short-opened only once may be executed.

Further, the main CPU 61 sets a value (04H) indicating that the large winning opening is open in the control state flag, and sets the opening upper limit time (for example, 10s of the opening / closing pattern A per round) in the large winning opening opening time timer. set. That is, it is set to execute the process of S126. The details of S124 will be described later with reference to FIG. 27. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S125.

In S125, the main CPU 61 executes the waiting time management process before reopening the large winning opening. In this process, the main CPU 61 has a control state flag having a value (05H) indicating waiting time management before reopening the large winning opening, and when the time corresponding to the inter-round interval (interval patterns a to d) has elapsed, The memory is updated so that the number of times the large winning opening opening counter is increased by "1". The main CPU 61 sets a value (04H) indicating that the large winning opening is open in the control state flag. The main CPU 61 sets the opening upper limit time (for example, 10s of the opening / closing pattern A per round) in the large winning opening opening time timer. That is, it is set to execute the process of S126. The details of this S125 will be described later with reference to FIG. 28. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S126.

In S126, the main CPU 61 executes the processing during the opening of the large winning opening. In this process, the main CPU 61 has elapsed the opening upper limit time under the condition that the large winning opening winning counter is "1" or more when the control state flag is a value (04H) indicating that the large winning opening is open (04H). It is determined whether or not any of the conditions that the large winning opening opening time timer is "0") is satisfied. When any of the conditions is satisfied, the main CPU 61 updates the variable positioned in the main RAM 63 in order to close the big winning opening 37. Then, it is determined whether or not the condition that the large winning opening opening number counter is equal to or more than the maximum value of the large winning opening opening number (the final round) is satisfied. The main CPU 61 sets a value (06H) indicating a winning end interval in the control state flag when it is the final round, and a value (05H) indicating waiting time management before reopening the big winning opening when it is not the final round. To the control status flag. The details of this S126 will be described later with reference to FIG. 29. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S127.

In S127, the main CPU 61 executes the hit end interval management process. In this process, the main CPU 61 has a control state flag having a value (06H) indicating the hit end interval, and when the time corresponding to the hit end interval has elapsed, the main CPU 61 has a value (07H) indicating the end of the special symbol game. Set to the flag. That is, it is set to execute the process of S128. The details of S127 will be described later with reference to FIG. 30. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S128.

In S128, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol game end process. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets a value (00H) indicating a special symbol storage check when the control state flag is a value (07H) indicating the end of the special symbol game. That is, it is set to execute the process of S121. The details of this S128 will be described later with reference to FIG. 31. When this processing is completed, the special symbol control processing routine is terminated.

As described above, by setting the control state flag, the special symbol game is executed. Specifically, when the main CPU 61 is not in the big hit game state or the small hit game state, the main CPU 61 sets the control state flags (00H), (01H), (02H) when the result of the hit determination is a loss. ) And (07H), the processes of S121, S122, S123, and S128 shown in FIG. 22 are executed at predetermined timings. Further, when the main CPU 61 is not in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, the main CPU 61 sets the control state flags (00H), (01H), (02H) when the result of the hit determination is the big hit or the small hit. ), The processes of S121, S122, and S123 shown in FIG. 22 are executed at predetermined timings, and control to the big hit game state or the small hit game state is executed. Further, when the control to the big hit game state or the small hit game state is executed, the main CPU 61 sets the control state flags in the order of (03H), (04H), and (05H) in FIG. 22. The processes of S124, S126, and S125 shown are executed at predetermined timings, and the big hit game state or the small hit game state is executed. When the end condition of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is satisfied, the processes of S125, S127 to S128 shown in FIG. 21 are performed by setting (04H), (06H), and (07H) in this order. It is executed at a predetermined timing, and the big hit game state or the small hit game state is ended.

[Special symbol memory check processing]
FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing a special symbol storage check process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol storage check process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 23, in S130, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the control state flag has a value (00H) indicating a special symbol storage check. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value indicating the special symbol storage check, the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S131. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (00H) indicating the special symbol storage check, the main CPU 61 ends this special symbol storage check processing routine.

In S131, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining the presence / absence of start storage. In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that there is no start memory of the special symbol game, that is, the first special symbol start storage area (0) to the first special symbol start storage area (4) or the second special symbol start storage area. If no data is stored in the area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4), the process is transferred to S132. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that there is a start memory, the process is transferred to S133.

In S132, the main CPU 61 performs a demo display process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a demo display permission value in the main RAM 63. Further, the state in which the start memory of the special symbol game (the first special symbol start storage area or the second special symbol start storage area in which the random value for hit determination is stored) becomes "0" is a predetermined time (for example, 30 s). If it is maintained, set the value that allows the execution of the demo display as the demo display permission value. Then, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a demo display command when the demo display permission value is a predetermined value. The demo display command stored in this way is supplied as a demo display command from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70. As a result, the demo display is executed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4. When this processing is completed, the special symbol storage check processing routine is terminated.

In S133, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the start memory corresponding to the second special symbol is more than "0". In this process, the main CPU 61 determines the presence / absence of data in the second special symbol start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4), and the start storage corresponding to the second special symbol is “0”. When it is determined that more data is stored in the second special symbol start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4), the process is transferred to S134. It is determined that the start memory corresponding to the second special symbol is not more than "0", that is, the data is not stored in the second special symbol start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (4). If so, the process is transferred to S135.

In S134, the main CPU 61 executes a process of setting a value (02H) indicating that it is a variation of the second special symbol as a variation state number in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S136.

In S135, the main CPU 61 executes a process of setting a value (01H) indicating that the first special symbol is a fluctuation as a fluctuation state number in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S136.

In S136, the main CPU 61 executes a process of setting a value (01H) indicating special symbol fluctuation time management as a control state flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S137.

In S137, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol storage transfer process. In this process, when the special symbol to be variablely displayed is the first special symbol, the main CPU 61 first displays the data of the first special symbol start storage area (1) to the first special symbol start storage area (4). When the special symbol that shifts (stores) from the special symbol start storage area (0) to the first special symbol start storage area (3) and is variablely displayed is the second special symbol, the second special symbol start storage area A process of shifting (storing) each of the data from the second special symbol start storage area (4) from the second special symbol start storage area (0) to the second special symbol start storage area (3) is executed. do. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S138.

In S138, the main CPU 61 executes the jackpot determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 has one jackpot from a plurality of jackpot determination tables (not shown) in which the number of determination values (big hit determination values) to be jackpots differs depending on whether or not the game status flag indicates a probability variation gaming state. Select a judgment table. That is, when the game state flag is a value indicating the probabilistic gaming state, the jackpot determination table for high probability with a large number of jackpot determination values is referred to, and when the game status flag is not a value indicating the probabilistic gaming state, the jackpot determination value. The jackpot determination table for the non-probability variable gaming state is referred to. In this way, when the game state flag is a value indicating the probabilistic game state, that is, when the game state is the probabilistic game state as a special game state in which it is easy to shift to the specific game state (big hit game state), the game state is changed to the big hit game state. The probability of transition is higher than that of the non-probability changing gaming state as the special gaming state, which is more difficult to shift to the specific gaming state than the non-probability changing gaming state as the non-special gaming state.

The special gaming state is a probabilistic / short-time gaming state, and the non-special gaming state is basically a non-probable / non-short-time gaming state. It may be one of the gaming states. The non-special gaming state may include a non-probability variable gaming state and a time-saving gaming state.

Then, the main CPU 61 is extracted at the time of winning the game ball, and is for hit determination of the special symbol start storage area previously set in the first special symbol start storage area (0) and the second special symbol start storage area (0). Refer to the random value and the selected jackpot determination table. Then, when the hit determination random value and the jackpot determination value match, the main CPU 61 determines that the jackpot is a jackpot. That is, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the game is in a big hit game state that is advantageous to the player.

As described above, in the process of S138, either a big hit or a loss is determined as a result of the special symbol game. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S139.

In S139, the main CPU 61 executes the small hit determination process when it is determined in the big hit determination process of S138 that the big hit has not been won. In this process, the main CPU 61 selects a small hit determination table that defines a determination value (small hit determination value) that is a small hit regardless of the game state flag.

Then, the main CPU 61 is a random value for hit determination of the special symbol start storage area extracted at the time of winning the game ball and set in the first special symbol start storage area (0) or the second special symbol start storage area (0). And the selected small hit determination table. Then, when the hit determination random value and the small hit determination value match, the main CPU 61 determines that the hit is a small hit.

Since the small hit can occur in either the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the hit determination disorder stored in the first special symbol start storage area (0) or the second special symbol start storage area. The small hit determination process is performed based on the numerical value, but the small hit determination process may be performed based only on the hit determination random value stored in one of the special symbol start storage areas.

As described above, in the processing of S139, either a small hit or a loss is determined as a result of the special symbol game, and when neither the big hit determination processing of S138 nor the small hit determination processing of S139 is won, the special symbol is selected. Loss will be decided as the judgment result of the game. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S140.

In S140, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 determines a big hit symbol when the result of the big hit determination is a big hit, and determines a small hit symbol when the result of the small hit determination is a small hit, and for either the big hit or the small hit. In the case of loss, the process of determining the loss pattern is performed. The details of this S140 will be described later with reference to FIG. 24. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S141.

In S141, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol variation pattern determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 is different based on the special symbol determined in the process of S140, the result of the big hit determination and the small hit determination determined in the processes of S138 and S139, and the value of the probability variation counter. Select the variation pattern determination table for determining the variation pattern. Then, the main CPU 61 determines the variation pattern based on the effect condition determination random number value extracted from the effect condition determination random number counter and the selected variation pattern determination table, and stores the variation pattern in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. Here, the ST gaming state and the normal gaming state have different fluctuation pattern determination tables. The main CPU 61 determines the variation display mode of the special symbol in the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 based on the data indicated by such a variation pattern. This process is the same even during the ST gaming state.

The data indicating the variation pattern stored in this way is supplied to the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 of the LED unit 5. As a result, the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 will be variablely displayed in the variable pattern determined by the special symbol. Further, the data indicating the variation pattern stored in this way is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a variation pattern designation command. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 executes the effect display according to the received variation pattern designation command. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S142.

In S142, the main CPU 61 performs a special symbol fluctuation time setting process. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets the variation time corresponding to the determined variation pattern of the special symbol in the waiting time timer, and executes the process of clearing the storage area used for the variation display this time. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S143.

Then, in S143, the main CPU 61 executes a process of clearing the value of the storage area (0) used for the variable display this time. When this processing is completed, the special symbol storage check processing routine is terminated.

[Special symbol determination process]
FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a special symbol determination process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol determination process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 24, in S150, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not it is a big hit. In this process, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is a big hit, the process is transferred to S151. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is not a big hit, it shifts the process to S156.

In S151, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the fluctuation state number of the jackpot determined in S150 is a value (01H) indicating that the fluctuation is the first special symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S152 when the variation state number is a value (01H) indicating that the variation is the first special symbol. On the other hand, the main CPU 61 has a value (02H) indicating that the variation state number is not the variation of the first special symbol, that is, the variation state number is the variation of the second special symbol. In that case, the process is transferred to S154.

In S152, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining the big hit symbol of the first special symbol based on the random value for determining the winning symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 shows the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol (the first special symbol jackpot symbol distribution in FIG. 7) based on the hit symbol determination random value extracted from the jackpot symbol determination counter and the jackpot determination table. Performs a process of determining whether or not the symbol corresponds to probability variation 1. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S153.

In S153, the main CPU 61 performs a data set of the determined jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and a command set of the jackpot symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets the jackpot symbol data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63 and supplies it to the first special symbol display unit 53. The first special symbol display unit 53 variablely displays the first special symbol and stops and displays it in a manner based on the data of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol. Further, the main CPU 61 sets a command of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and supplies the command from the main CPU 61 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a special symbol designation command. By the control of the sub-control circuit 70, the identification symbol (decorative symbol) is derived and displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the jackpot stop display mode. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S159.

In S154, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 shows the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol (the second special symbol jackpot symbol distribution in FIG. 7) based on the hit symbol determination random value extracted from the jackpot symbol determination counter and the jackpot determination table. A process of determining which of the probabilistic variation 1 to the probabilistic variation 6) is performed is performed. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S155.

In S155, the main CPU 61 performs a data set of the determined jackpot symbol of the second special symbol and a command set of the jackpot symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets the jackpot symbol data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63 and supplies it to the second special symbol display unit 54. The second special symbol display unit 54 variablely displays the second special symbol and stops and displays it in a manner based on the data of the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol. Further, the main CPU 61 sets a command of the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and supplies the command from the main CPU 61 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a special symbol designation command. By the control of the sub-control circuit 70, the identification symbol (decorative symbol) is derived and displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the jackpot stop display mode. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S159.

In S156, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the result determined by the small hit determination process (S139 in FIG. 23) is the winning of the small hit. In this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S157 when the small hit is won. On the other hand, the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S161 when the small hit is not won.

In S157, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining a small hit symbol of the second special symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 has a small hit symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol (the first of FIG. 7) based on the hit symbol determination random value and the small hit determination table extracted from the big hit symbol determination counter. -Performs a process of determining whether or not the second special symbol is a small hit symbol shown in the small hit symbol distribution). When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S158.

In S158, the main CPU 61 performs a data set of the determined small hit symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol and a command set of the small hit symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets the small hit symbol data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63 and supplies it to the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54. The first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 variablely displays the special symbol and stops and displays it in a manner based on the data of the jackpot symbol. Further, the main CPU 61 sets a command of the small hit symbol of the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and supplies the command from the main CPU 61 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a special symbol designation command. .. By the control of the sub-control circuit 70, the identification symbol (decorative symbol) is derived and displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the small hit stop display mode. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S159.

In S159, the main CPU 61 performs a hit start interval display time data set process corresponding to the hit symbol. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the hit start interval display time data corresponding to the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S160.

In S160, the main CPU 61 performs data set processing related to the number of times the large winning opening is opened. In this process, the main CPU 61 uses the data related to the number of times the large winning opening 37 is opened, that is, the probability variation 1 by the first special symbol, the probability variation 1 to the probability variation 6 by the second special symbol, or the small hit symbol. The process of setting the corresponding data in the main RAM 63 is performed. When this processing is completed, this special symbol determination processing routine is terminated.

On the other hand, in S161, when it is determined that the main CPU 61 is neither a big hit in S150 nor a small hit in S156, that is, it is a loss, the data set of the lost symbol and the command set of the lost symbol are performed. In this process, the main CPU 61 sets the data of the lost symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and supplies the data to the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54. The first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 makes the special symbol variable display and stops and displays the special symbol in a mode based on the data of the lost symbol. Further, the main CPU 61 sets a command of the lost symbol in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and supplies the command from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a special symbol designation command. By the control of the sub-control circuit 70, the identification symbol (decorative symbol) is derived and displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the loss stop display mode. When this processing is completed, this special symbol determination processing routine is terminated.

[Special symbol fluctuation time management process]
FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing a special symbol fluctuation time management process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol fluctuation time management process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 25, in S170, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the control state flag is a value indicating the special symbol fluctuation time management (value set in the special symbol storage check process: 01H). When the main CPU 61 determines that the value (01H) indicates the special symbol fluctuation time management, the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S171. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that the value (01H) does not indicate the special symbol variation time management, the main CPU 61 ends the special symbol variation time management processing routine.

In S171, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the waiting time timer set in the special symbol storage check process is “0”. When the main CPU 61 determines that the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S172. If it is determined that the waiting time timer is not "0", the special symbol fluctuation time management processing routine is terminated.

In S172, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) a value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management in the special symbol control state flag, and shifts the process to S173. At this time, the main CPU 61 recognizes the symbol stop in the symbol display device control process, and derives the display result with the symbol determined by the special symbol determination process.

In S173, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a symbol stop command. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) a symbol stop command in the main RAM 63. Then, the symbol stop command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a symbol stop command, so that the sub control circuit 70 recognizes the symbol stop. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S174.

In S174, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a waiting time after confirmation in an area functioning as a waiting time timer in the main RAM 63. In the present embodiment, if the symbol to be stopped and displayed is a big hit symbol or a small hit symbol, for example, 1002 ms is set as the waiting time after confirmation, and if it is a lost symbol, for example, 540 ms is set as the waiting time after confirmation. .. In both cases of the hit symbol and the lost symbol, the same post-determination waiting time may be used, or the lost symbol may have a longer post-determination waiting time than the hit symbol. When this processing is completed, the special symbol fluctuation time management processing routine is terminated.

[Special symbol display time management process]
FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing a special symbol display time management process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol display time management process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 26, in S180, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag is a value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management process. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management process, the process is transferred to S181. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not the value (02H) indicating the special symbol display time management process, the main CPU 61 ends the special symbol display time management process routine.

In S181, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the waiting time timer corresponding to the special symbol display management process is "0". When the value of the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S182. On the other hand, when the value of the waiting time timer is not "0", the main CPU 61 ends the special symbol display time management processing routine.

In S182, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not it is a big hit. If the main CPU 61 determines that it is a big hit, it shifts the process to S183. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is not a big hit, it shifts the process to S184.

In S183, the main CPU 61 performs a process of clearing the game state flag. That is, the main CPU 61 executes a process of setting a value (00H) indicating a normal game state (non-probability change / non-time reduction) in the game state flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S190.

In S184, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the probability variation counter is "0". The probability change number counter is a counter for counting the remaining number of games (number of symbol fluctuations) in the probability change game state. When the value of the probability variation counter is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S189. On the other hand, if the value of the probability variation counter is not "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S185.

In S185, the main CPU 61 performs a process of subtracting 1 from the value of the probability variation counter. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S186.

In S186, the main CPU 61 again determines whether or not the value of the probability variation counter is "0". When the value of the probability variation counter is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S187. On the other hand, if the value of the probability variation counter is not "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S189.

In S187, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a probability change end command. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) a probability change end command indicating the end of the probability change game state in the main RAM 63. Then, the probability change end command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a command indicating the game state, so that the sub control circuit 70 recognizes the end of the probability change game state. Become. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S188.

In S188, the main CPU 61 performs a process of clearing the game state flag. That is, the main CPU 61 executes a process of setting a value (00H) indicating a normal game state (non-probability change / non-time reduction) in the game state flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S189.

In S189, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not it is a small hit. When the main CPU 61 determines that it is a small hit, it shifts the process to S190. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is not a small hit, it shifts the process to S194.

In S190, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the value of the waiting time timer as the hit start interval time corresponding to the special symbol in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S191. In the present embodiment, the hit start interval time corresponding to the case where the second special symbol is the big hit symbol of "probability change 1" to "probability change 6" is the right end of the big winning opening shutter 37A after the game ball is launched. It is shorter than the shortest time to reach the portion of 3000 ms, for example, 2500 ms.

In S191, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a hit start display command corresponding to the special symbol. In this process, the hit start display command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70, so that the sub control circuit 70 starts the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Become aware. The hit start display command includes data indicating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state and showing a specific hit pattern. Based on the data indicating the hit pattern included in the hit start display command, the sub CPU 71 determines an effect pattern such as an additional pattern in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S192.

In S192, the main CPU 61 performs a process of clearing the value of the large winning opening opening number counter. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S193.

In S193, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (03H) indicating a hit start interval management process to the control state flag of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the special symbol display time management process routine is terminated.

In S194, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (07H) indicating an end process of the special symbol game as a control state flag of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the special symbol display time management process routine is terminated.

[Hit start interval management process]
FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing a hit start interval management process executed by the main CPU 61. This hit start interval management process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 27, in S200, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag is a value (03H) indicating a hit start interval management process. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (03H) indicating the hit start interval management process, the process is transferred to S201. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (03H) indicating the hit start interval management process, the main CPU 61 ends the hit start interval management process routine.

In S201, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the waiting time timer as the hit start interval time is "0". When the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S202. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not "0", the main CPU 61 ends the hit start interval management processing routine.

In S202, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not it is a big hit. When the main CPU 61 determines that it is a big hit, it shifts the process to S203. On the other hand, if it is determined that the main CP is not a big hit, the processing is transferred to S205.

In S203, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) the upper limit value of the large winning opening opening number counter in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63, and transfers the process to S204.

In S204, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the large winning opening opening number counter, and shifts the process to S205.

In S205, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) the hit pattern data indicating the big winning opening opening / closing pattern according to the type of the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol in the predetermined area of the main RAM 63. The main CPU 61 performs round control based on the hit pattern (large winning opening opening / closing pattern) shown in FIG. 9 corresponding to the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol determined in S205. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S206.

In S206, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) a display command during opening of the large winning opening in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. In this case, the large winning opening open display command is data indicating the start of the round game. The large winning opening opening display command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S207.

In S207, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (04H) indicating the process of opening the large winning opening to the control state flag in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S208.

In S208, the main CPU 61 performs a process of clearing the value of the large winning opening winning counter of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S209.

In S209, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the value of the waiting time timer as the opening time of the large winning opening in the main RAM 63. The value of the waiting time timer is set as 10s when the time corresponding to the value (number of rounds) of the large winning opening opening number counter, for example, if the big hit symbol of the first special symbol is "probability variation 1". When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S210.

In S210, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the large winning opening opening data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. In this process, the main CPU 61 updates the variable positioned in the main RAM 63 based on the data read from the main ROM 62 in order to open the big winning opening 37. The variable stored in this way drives the large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A to open the large winning opening 37. When this processing is completed, the hit start interval management processing routine is terminated. In this embodiment, data corresponding to any of the opening / closing patterns A to C is set as the data during the opening of the large winning opening.

[Waiting time management process before reopening the big prize opening]
FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing a waiting time management process before reopening the large winning opening, which is executed by the main CPU 61. This waiting time management process before reopening the big prize opening is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 28, in S220, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag is a value (05H) indicating the waiting time management process before reopening the large winning opening. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (05H) indicating the waiting time management process before reopening the large winning opening, the process is transferred to S221. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (05H) indicating the waiting time management process before reopening the big winning opening, the main CPU 61 ends the waiting time management processing routine before reopening the big winning opening.

In S221, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the waiting time timer as the interval display time between rounds is "0". When the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S222. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not "0", the main CPU 61 ends the waiting time management processing routine before reopening the large winning opening.

In S222, the main CPU 61 performs a process of adding "1" to the value of the large winning opening opening number counter of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S223.

In S223, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting (storing) a display command during opening of the large winning opening in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. In this case, the large winning opening open display command is data indicating the start of the round game. The large winning opening opening display command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a large winning opening opening display command. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S224.

In S224, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (04H) indicating a process during opening of the large winning opening to the control state flag in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S225.

In S225, the main CPU 61 performs a process of clearing the value of the large winning opening winning counter of the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S226.

In S226, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the value of the waiting time timer as the opening time of the large winning opening in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S227.

In S227, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the large winning opening opening data in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When this processing is completed, the waiting time management processing routine before reopening the large winning opening is terminated. Also in this process, data corresponding to any of the opening / closing patterns A to C is set as the data during the opening of the large winning opening.

[Processing while opening the big prize opening]
FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing a process during opening of the large winning opening executed by the main CPU 61. This large winning opening opening process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 29, in S230, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag is a value (04H) indicating the process of opening the big winning opening. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (04H) indicating the processing during opening of the large winning opening, the processing is transferred to S231. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (04H) indicating the processing during opening of the large winning opening, the main CPU 61 ends the processing routine during opening of the large winning opening.

In S231, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the large winning opening winning counter is "1" or more. In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the large winning opening winning counter is "1" or more, the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S234. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the large winning opening winning counter is not "1" or more, the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S232.

In S232, the main CPU 61 executes the big winning opening opening / closing process according to the opening / closing pattern for each set round in the type of big hit and the current round, and transfers the processing to S233. In S232, the large winning opening opening / closing process according to the opening / closing pattern corresponding to the small hit is also executed.

In S233, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the waiting time timer as the opening time of the big winning opening is "0". When the main CPU 61 determines that the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S234. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the waiting time timer is not "0", the main CPU 61 ends the processing routine during opening of the big winning opening.

In S234, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the large winning opening closing data. In this process, the main CPU 61 updates the variable positioned in the main RAM 63 based on the data read from the main ROM 62 in order to close the big winning opening. The variable stored in this way closes the large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S235.

In S235, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not it is a small hit. When the main CPU 61 determines that it is a small hit, it shifts the processing to S240. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is not a small hit, it shifts the process to S236.

In S236, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the large winning opening opening number counter is equal to or greater than the upper limit of the large winning opening opening number (number of rounds). In this process, the main CPU 61 compares the value of the large winning opening opening count counter stored in the main RAM 63 with the upper limit of the large winning opening opening count (the number of rounds), and the value of the large winning opening opening count counter. Determines whether or not is equal to or greater than the upper limit of the number of times the large winning opening is opened. In the present embodiment, the upper limit of the number of times the large winning opening is opened is 16 (16R). When the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the large winning opening opening count counter is equal to or greater than the upper limit of the winning opening opening count, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S240. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 does not determine that the value of the large winning opening opening count counter is equal to or greater than the upper limit of the large winning opening opening count, the processing is transferred to S237.

In S237, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the value of the waiting time timer as the interval display time between rounds in the main RAM 63. The interval display time between rounds is set to the time corresponding to the interval patterns a to d. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S238.

In S238, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (05H) indicating a waiting time management process before reopening the large winning opening in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S239.

In S239, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting an inter-round display command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. The inter-round display command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70. When this processing is completed, the processing routine during the opening of the large winning opening is terminated.

On the other hand, in S240, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the value of the waiting time timer as the hit end interval display time in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S241.

In S241, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (06H) indicating a hit end interval management process in the control state flag in a predetermined area functioning as a control state flag in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S242.

In S242, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a hit end display command in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. The hit end display command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a command indicating the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. When this processing is completed, the processing routine during the opening of the large winning opening is terminated.

[Hit end interval management process]
FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing a hit end interval management process executed by the main CPU 61. This hit end interval management process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 30, in S250, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the main RAM 63 is a value (06H) indicating a hit end interval management process. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (06H) indicating the hit end interval management process, the process is transferred to S251. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (06H) indicating the hit end interval management process, the main CPU 61 ends the hit end interval management process routine.

In S251, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the waiting time timer as the hit end interval display time is "0". In this process, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is "0", the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S252. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not "0", the main CPU 61 ends the hit end interval management processing routine.

In S252, the main CPU 61 sets a value (07H) indicating the end of the special symbol game of the main RAM 63 in the special symbol control state flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S253.

In S253, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the type of the finished hit game state is a big hit. When the main CPU 61 determines that it is a big hit, it shifts the process to S254. On the other hand, if the main CPU 61 determines that it is not a big hit, it shifts the process to S256.

In S254, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting the game state flag of the main RAM 63 to "01H". The game state flag "01H" indicates a probabilistic game state and a time-saving game state. In addition, "00H" of the game state flag indicates a non-probability variation game state and a non-time saving game state. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S255.

In S255, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting "10" as the number of STs in the value of the probability variation number counter of the main RAM 63. When this processing is completed, the hit end interval management processing routine is terminated.

In S256, the main CPU 61 sets a game state command and ends the hit end interval management processing routine. The game state command is a command including information indicating the type of the finished hit game state (big hit, small hit) in addition to the information indicating the game state controlled after the end of the big hit game state. Such a game state command is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70.

[Special symbol game end processing]
FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing a special symbol game end process executed by the main CPU 61. This special symbol game end process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 31, in S260, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining whether or not the control state flag of the main RAM 63 is a value (07H) indicating the special symbol game end process. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is a value (07H) indicating the special symbol game end processing, the processing is transferred to S261. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not a value (07H) indicating the special symbol game end processing, the main CPU 61 ends the special symbol game end processing routine.

In S261, the main CPU 61 performs a process of setting a value (00H) indicating a special symbol storage check as a control state flag in the main RAM 63. When this process is completed, the special symbol game end process routine is terminated.

[Control by sub CPU]
Next, the processes executed by the sub CPU 71 will be described below with reference to FIGS. 32 to 38. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 receives various commands from the main control circuit 60 and performs various processes such as display control processes.

[Main processing by sub CPU]
FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the main process executed by the sub CPU 71. This main process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 32, in S270, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of initializing in response to a power-on. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S271.

In S271, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of updating the random number value (random number counter value for effect determination, random number counter value for determination of stop symbol, etc.) stored in the work RAM 73. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S272.

In S272, the sub CPU 71 performs command analysis processing. The details of this process will be described later, but the sub CPU 71 performs a process of analyzing a command received from the main control circuit 60 and stored in the receive buffer of the work RAM 73. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S273. The command analysis process will be described later with reference to FIG. 35.

In S273, the sub CPU 71 performs display control processing. In this process, the sub CPU 71 transmits data for displaying in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 to the display control circuit 76. The display control circuit 76 including the VDP (VideoDisplayProcessor) obtains various image data such as identification symbol data, background image data, and effect image data based on the data for displaying the effect image from the sub CPU 71. It is read from the ROM, superimposed, and displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S274.

In S274, the sub CPU 71 performs voice control processing for controlling the sound generated from the speakers 10a, 10b, 10c via the voice control circuit 77. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S275.

In S275, the sub CPU 71 executes a lamp control process for controlling light emission (lighting / blinking) of the lamp / LED 27 via the lamp control circuit 78. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S276.

In S276, the sub CPU 71 performs the movable effect device control process via the movable effect device control circuit 79. In this process, the sub CPU 71 executes a control process for controlling the movable effect device 42 that drives the upper movable effect member 42A and the lower movable effect member 42B. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S271, and thereafter, the processes of S271 to S276 are repeated.

On the other hand, the sub CPU 71 may interrupt the main process and execute the command reception interrupt process or the timer interrupt process even when the main process is being executed. Hereinafter, the command reception interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. 33, and the timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. 34.

[Command reception interrupt processing]
FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing a command reception interrupt process executed by the sub CPU 71. This command reception interrupt process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 33, in S280, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of saving the register. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of saving the running program stored in each register (storage area). When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S281.

In S281, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of storing the input command in the receive buffer. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of storing the input command in the receive buffer area of the work RAM 73. For example, the sub CPU 71 receives various commands transmitted from the main control circuit 60. In this process, the stored command is analyzed by the command analysis process of FIG. 35. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S282.

In S282, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of restoring the register. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of returning the program saved in S280 to each register. When this processing is completed, the command reception interrupt processing routine is terminated.

[Timer interrupt processing]
FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing a timer interrupt process executed by the sub CPU 71. This timer interrupt process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 34, in S290, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of saving the register. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of saving the value used in the running program stored in each register (storage area). When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S291.

In S291, the sub CPU 71 performs various timer update processes. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S292.

In S292, the sub CPU 71 performs a pressing operation button operation determination process. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of detecting whether or not the press operation button 9A is operated. This process is actually a determination process, but since it is an interrupt process, it will be described here as one routine. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S293.

In S293, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of restoring the register. In this process, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of returning the program saved in S290 to each register. When this processing is completed, the timer interrupt processing routine is terminated.

[Command analysis processing]
FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing a command analysis process executed by the sub CPU 71. This command analysis process is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 35, in S300, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of determining whether or not a command has been received. In this process, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the command has been received, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S301. On the other hand, if the sub CPU 71 determines that the command has not been received, the sub CPU 71 ends this command analysis processing routine.

In S301, the sub CPU 71 reads the data of the received command and performs the processing according to the data of the command in the subsequent steps. When the reading of the data of the received command is completed, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S302.

In S302, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the variation pattern designation command is received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the variation pattern designation command has been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S303. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the fluctuation pattern designation command has not been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S304.

In S303, the sub CPU 71 performs an effect pattern determination process. In this process, the sub CPU 71 determines an effect pattern including a variation display mode of the decorative symbol based on the received variation pattern designation command. When the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is determined, the sub CPU 71 sets the determined effect pattern data in a predetermined storage area of the work RAM 73. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

In S304, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the symbol designation command is received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol designation command has been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S305. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol designation command has not been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S306.

In S305, the sub CPU 71 performs a stop symbol determination process. In this process, the sub CPU 71 determines the stop decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol designation command received from the main CPU 61. When the stop decoration symbol is determined, the sub CPU 71 sets the determined stop decoration symbol data in a predetermined storage area of the work RAM 73. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

The decorative symbols displayed in the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 include, for example, numbers "1" to "7", and the number of these decorative symbols (numbers) is a predetermined number (for example, three (three digits)). )) When the same decorative symbols (numbers) are aligned, the game basically shifts to the jackpot game state. Specifically, when the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is "probability variation 1", there is a predetermined probability (for example, when the second special symbol is "probability variation 1", the probability is 1/10 of that). The decorative pattern is a set of numbers "3" or "7". In addition, the decorative symbols corresponding to the jackpot symbol "Probability 1" of the first special symbol are the numbers "1", "2", "4" to "6", and the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol " The decorative symbols corresponding to "probability change 1" to "probability change 6" are doublets of numbers "1", "2", and "4" to "6". Further, the decorative symbol corresponding to the small hit symbol has a specific number of "135" as a combination of the specific symbols, and the decorative symbol corresponding to the loss has a random number other than the specific roll. Regarding the correspondence between the jackpot symbol and the decorative symbol, for example, the decorative symbol corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 1" is set to "3" or "7", and the jackpot symbol "probability variation" is defined. The decorative patterns corresponding to "2" to "probability variation 6" may be doublet of "1", "2", and "4" to "6". Further, for example, in the case of "large addition bonus", the decorative symbol is doublet of "3" or "7", and in the case of "medium addition bonus", the decorative symbol is "1" or "5". In the case of "small extra bonus" and "no extra bonus", the decorative symbol is doublet "2", "4", or "6", and the decorative symbol is stopped for each type of jackpot. May be uniquely determined.

In S306, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the symbol stop command has been received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol stop command has been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S307. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol stop command has not been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S308.

In S307, the sub CPU 71 performs a decorative symbol stop process for stopping and displaying the decorative symbol that is variablely displayed. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

In S308, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the hit start display command is received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit start display command has been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S309. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit start display command has not been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S310.

In S309, the sub CPU 71 executes a hit effect pattern determination process. The hit effect pattern determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 36. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

In S310, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the large winning opening opening display command is received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the command for displaying the opening of the large winning opening is received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S311. On the other hand, when it is determined that the sub CPU 71 has not received the large winning opening opening display command as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S312.

In S311 the sub CPU 71 executes the effect processing during the round. The effect processing during this round will be described later with reference to FIG. 37. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

In S312, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the hit end display command is received as the command read in S301. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit end display command has been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S313. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit end display command has not been received as the read command, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S314.

In S313, the sub CPU 71 executes the hit end effect process. The hit end effect process will be described later with reference to FIG. 38. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

In S314, the sub CPU 71 also executes processing corresponding to the received command. When this processing is completed, the command analysis processing routine is terminated.

[Hit effect pattern determination process]
FIG. 36 is a flowchart showing a hit effect pattern determination process executed by the sub CPU 71. This hit effect pattern determination process is a process for determining an additional pattern or the like as an effect pattern in the big hit game state, and is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 36, in S320, the sub CPU 71 executes a hit effect pattern type determination process. In this process, the sub CPU 71 sets any of "01H" to "08H" in the hit effect pattern flag according to the stop symbol designation information of the special symbol included in the received hit start display command. Regarding the hit effect pattern flag, "01H" corresponds to the normal bonus, and each of "02H" to "07H" has a large addition bonus, a medium addition bonus 1, 2, a small addition bonus 1, 2, and a non-addition bonus. Corresponding, "08H" corresponds to a small hit. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S321.

In S321, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the hit effect pattern flag is any of "02H" to "07H". That is, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the start of the additional bonus or the non-addition bonus is based on the value of the hit effect pattern flag. If it is determined that the value of the hit effect pattern flag is any of "02H" to "07H", the process is transferred to S322. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the hit effect pattern flag is neither "02H" to "07H", the process is transferred to S328.

In S322, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of selecting an additional pattern selection table according to the value of the hit effect pattern flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S323.

In S323, the sub CPU 71 refers to the selected additional pattern selection table and performs a process of selecting one of the additional patterns. At this time, for example, one of the additional patterns can be selected by using the random value for determining the effect. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S324.

In S324, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting a value corresponding to the selected additional pattern in the additional pattern flag. In the present embodiment, 21 additional patterns are provided, and each of the large additional pattern 1 to 4, the medium additional pattern 1 to 8, the small additional pattern 1 to 8, and the non-addition pattern 1 has an additional pattern. Flags "01H" to "15H" correspond. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S325.

In S325, the sub CPU 71 refers to the additional character selection table and performs a process of selecting the additional character according to the value of the additional pattern flag. At this time, for example, one of the additional characters can be selected by using the random value for determining the effect. As the additional character, an additional character of "animal", "female", and "fireworks master" is selected. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S326.

In S326, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data during the hit start interval corresponding to the value of the additional pattern flag. That is, the sub CPU 71 sets the effect data up to the start of the round game, including the display of the additional character determined based on the additional character selection table and the display of the additional number as the initial value. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S327.

In S327, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting "240" in the prize ball number counter. This value of "240" corresponds to at least the number of prize balls that will be paid out in the round game of 16R, and is displayed as the initial value of the planned number of prize balls in the hit start interval. If the number of additions is not notified at all, that is, in the case of a bonus without additions, "240" as an initial value is not added for each round and is continuously displayed as it is. When this process is completed, the hit effect pattern determination process routine is terminated.

In S328, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data during the hit start interval according to the value of the hit effect pattern flag. That is, the sub CPU 71 sets the effect data up to the start of the round game corresponding to the normal bonus or the small hit. When this process is completed, the hit effect pattern determination process routine is terminated.

[Direction processing during the round]
FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing the effect processing during the round executed by the sub CPU 71. The effect processing during this round is a process for determining whether or not to notify the additional number for each round, and is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 37, in S330, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of adding 1 to the value of the round counter. The round counter is a counter that is incremented by 1 each time one round game is executed (every time a command to display the opening of the big winning opening is received), and the number of rounds currently being executed (of the executed round game). It is a counter for indicating the number of times), and basically the same value as the large winning opening opening number counter used for the main CPU 61 is counted. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S331.

In S331, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of determining whether or not an additional bonus (including a non-addition bonus) is being executed based on the value of the hit effect pattern flag. If the value of the hit effect pattern flag corresponds to any of "02H" to "07H" and it is determined that the additional bonus is being executed, the process is transferred to S332. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the hit effect pattern flag is neither "02H" to "07H" and the additional bonus is not being executed, the process is transferred to S336.

In S332, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of selecting an additional pattern table according to the value of the hit effect pattern flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S333.

In S333, the sub CPU 71 refers to the selected addition pattern table, and notifies the addition number based on the value of the addition pattern flag (addition pattern) and the value indicated by the round number counter (the number of rounds). Performs a process of determining whether or not the value is. If it is determined that the round is for notifying the additional number, the process is transferred to S334. On the other hand, if it is determined that the round is not a round for notifying the additional number, the process is transferred to S336.

In S334, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting data for notifying the number of additions based on the addition pattern table. As a result, the number of additions is displayed together with the selected addition character in the display area 4A during the corresponding round. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S335.

In S335, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of adding a value corresponding to the number of added balls to the prize ball number counter. As a result, in the prize ball number counter, the additional number specified based on the additional pattern table is added from the initial value "240", and the counter value is increased up to the planned number of prize balls for each addition. For example, in the case of the large addition pattern 4, the addition number "135" is added at the 1st R, 4R, and 7R, and finally the planned prize ball number "645" combined with the initial value "240" is displayed. Will be done. The planned number of prize balls is displayed based on the value of the prize ball counter, but the planned number of prize balls is not displayed immediately after the addition to the prize ball counter, and the effect is executed according to the addition. It will be added and displayed later. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S336.

In S336, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data during the round according to the value of the round number counter. For example, in the case of an additional bonus, the sub CPU 71 sets data for displaying different effects including a background image between the 1Rth to 7th Rth and the 8th to 16th Rth. In the case of normal bonus and small hit, the same production data is always set in each round. When this process is completed, the effect processing routine during the round is terminated.

[Hit end effect processing]
FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing a hit end effect process executed by the sub CPU 71. This hit end effect process is a process for determining the effect content in the hit end interval at the end of the big hit or the small hit, and is executed in the following step units.

As shown in FIG. 38, in S340, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of determining whether or not the value of the hit effect pattern flag is any of "02H" to "07H". That is, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the bonus is an additional bonus or a non-addition bonus based on the value of the hit effect pattern flag. If it is determined that the value of the hit effect pattern flag is any of "02H" to "07H", the process is transferred to S341. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the hit effect pattern flag is neither "02H" to "07H", the process is transferred to S342.

In S341, the sub CPU 71 sets the value of the prize ball counter to "0" and performs a process of resetting the counter value. The planned number of prize balls is displayed based on the value of the prize ball counter, but the planned number of prize balls is not displayed as 0 immediately after the reset of the prize ball counter, and the effect is produced after a predetermined time has elapsed. At the same time, the display of the planned number of prize balls can be switched. Further, when the value of the prize ball number counter is reset, the display of the planned prize ball number itself may be hidden instead of displaying "0". When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S342.

In S342, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting end effect data according to the value of the hit effect pattern flag. That is, the sub CPU 71 sets the effect data at the end of the winning game state. At this time, as the end effect data, data of different effect contents are set according to any one of a normal bonus, an additional bonus (including a non-addition bonus), and a small hit. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S343.

In S343, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting "00H" to the hit effect pattern flag. When this process is completed, the process is transferred to S344.

In S344, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting "0" in the round number counter. When this processing is completed, the hit end effect processing routine is terminated.

[Operation example when over-winning occurs]
Next, with reference to FIGS. 39 to 41, an operation example when an over-winning occurs in the large winning opening 37 will be described.

39 and 40 are diagrams for explaining the operation of the large winning opening shutter 37A when an over winning occurs. Note that FIGS. 39 and 40 schematically show the positional relationship between the large winning opening shutter 37A (large winning opening 37) and the large winning opening count switch 370 as being different from those shown in FIGS. 3 and the like, and add a large amount. The behavior from the start of the hit start interval in the bonus to the inter-round interval after the end of the 2Rth through the 1Rth is schematically shown, but for convenience, the inter-round interval between the 1Rth and the 2Rth is as an interval. Unlike the one shown in FIG. 9 described above, the interval pattern d is applied. In addition, the game ball is continuously fired immediately after the start of the hit start interval, and after a uniform 3.1 s has elapsed, the game ball hits the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A (in the open state, the right end portion of the corresponding large winning opening 37). It shall be reached. Each game ball is given an order such as (0), (1), ... In the order of launch.

First, as shown in FIG. 39 (A), the large winning opening shutter 37A keeps the large winning opening 37 closed until, for example, 2.5 s, which is the hit start interval time, has elapsed. That is, since the hit start interval time is shorter than the shortest time 3s required for the game ball to reach the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A after launching the game ball, immediately after the start of the hit start interval. Even if the launching operation of the game ball by hitting the right is started, the game ball does not reach the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A that closes the large winning opening 37.

Next, as shown in FIG. 39B, the 1st round starts when the hit start interval time elapses, and the large winning opening shutter 37A retracts in the direction of the white arrow to open the large winning opening 37. And. Even at this point, the game ball has not reached the right end of the big winning opening 37.

After that, as shown in FIG. 39 (C), the game ball (0) launched immediately after the start of the hit start interval is the large winning opening 37 which is opened along the upper surface 43a of the cover member 43 (not shown). It rolls to the vicinity of the right end.

After that, as shown in FIG. 39 (D), the game ball (0) passes through the open large winning opening 37 and falls downward, and the winning is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370. .. That is, when the winning number reaching the specified number of winnings "1" is detected, the 1st round is ended and the interval between rounds before the start of the 2nd round is started. At this time, the time from the start of the hit start interval to the detection of winning of the game ball (0) launched immediately after that is approximately 3.2 s.

Next, as shown in FIG. 39 (E), with the start of the inter-round interval, the large winning opening shutter 37A starts to project in the direction of the white arrow in order to close the special winning opening 37 again. do. At this time, the large winning opening shutter 37A completes the operation of projecting from the open position to the closed position in about 0.01 s. Further, since the firing interval of the game balls is 0.66 s, the next game ball (1) has reached the vicinity of the right end of the large winning opening 37, which is in the transition to the closed state.

Then, as shown in FIG. 39 (F), when the large winning opening shutter 37A completely closes the large winning opening 37 during the interval between rounds before the start of the second round, the game ball (1) wins the large winning opening. It reaches the right end portion of the mouth shutter 37A. The time for the game ball (1) to reach such a position is approximately 3.1 s after the launch, and is approximately 0.56 s when calculated from the start time of the inter-round interval (time of FIG. 39 (D)). It will be after the lapse of time.

After that, as shown in FIGS. 40 (G) to 40 (I), the large winning opening shutter 37A closes the large winning opening 37 until the time specified as the inter-round interval, for example, 2.97 s of the interval pattern d elapses. Make it a state. Meanwhile, on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A, the game balls (1) to (4) pass from the right side to the left side in a line. At this time, the game balls (1) to (4) sequentially reach the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A approximately every 0.66 seconds, and further roll at a speed of about 22 mm every 0.66 seconds. To go. As a result, the four game balls (1) to (4) are positioned on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A with an interval of about one. When calculated from the start time of the inter-round interval (time point of FIG. 39 (D)), the time to reach the state of FIG. 40 (G) is approximately 1.22 s, and the state of FIG. 40 (H) is reached. The time is approximately 1.88 s, and the time to reach the state of FIG. 40 (I) is approximately 2.54 s.

After that, as shown in FIG. 40 (J), when 2.97 s of the interval pattern d elapses, the interval between rounds ends and the second R starts, and the large winning opening shutter 37A has an operating time of about 0.01 s. By retracting in the direction of the white arrow, the large winning opening 37 is opened again. At this time, the game balls (1) to (4) are still passing at a relatively low speed on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A. As a result, the four game balls (1) to (4) pass through the open large winning opening 37 all at once and fall downward, and the large winning opening count switch 370 wins four prizes. Is detected. That is, immediately after the start of the 2nd round when the interval between rounds ends, 3 over-winnings are detected in addition to 1 winning of the specified number of winnings from 4 pieces. Similarly, if the interval pattern c is 2.31s, 1 + 2 over-winnings are detected, and if the interval pattern b is 1.65s, 1 + 1 over-winnings are detected, and the interval pattern a is 0. If it is .3s, it can be easily understood that only one prize corresponding to the specified number of prizes is detected and no over prize is detected.

After that, as shown in FIG. 40 (K), the winning of the game ball that first reaches the position of the large winning opening count switch 370 (the game ball (4) not shown in the figure in the figure) is detected to be 2R. The eyes are finished and the interval between rounds before the start of the 3rd round is started. At this time, the next game ball (5) is located near the right end of the large winning opening 37, which is in the process of being closed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 40 (L), when the large winning opening shutter 37A completely closes the large winning opening 37 again in the interval between rounds before the start of the 3rd round, the game ball (5) wins the large winning opening. It will reach the right end portion of the mouth shutter 37A. By controlling such a series of operation timings based on the interval patterns b to d, 1 to 3 over prizes are realized in a predetermined round after the 2nd round.

FIG. 41 is a diagram for explaining various operation timings related to the large winning opening, and shows the operation timings in the large addition bonus according to FIGS. 39 and 40. Also in FIG. 41, for convenience, the interval pattern d is applied as the interval between the 1st and 2nd rounds and after the end of the 2nd round, which is different from that shown in FIG. 9 described above. The "launch state" indicates a state in which a launch operation is not performed or a launch stop operation is performed as "unlaunched", and a state in which a launch operation is performed is indicated as "launch". "Game state" indicates a round game and an interval in a big hit game state. "Time required" indicates the time required for a round game and an interval. The "large winning opening" indicates a closed state or an open state of the large winning opening 37. "Number of balls on the shutter" indicates the number of game balls located along the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A. The "elapsed time after the change in the number of balls on the shutter" indicates the elapsed time when the number of game balls on the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A changes. The “illustrated state” indicates a symbol at the end of FIGS. 39 (A) to 40 (L). In addition, in (E) and (K) shown as the illustrated state, "*" is added because the large winning opening 37 is not in the completely closed state.

As shown in FIG. 41, assuming that the jackpot is confirmed (the jackpot starts) and the firing operation is started approximately 0.1 s later, the time until the game ball is actually launched is approximately 0.66 s. It takes approximately 3.1 s for the game ball thus launched to reach the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A. On the other hand, when 2.5 s has elapsed as the hit start interval after the big hit is confirmed, the big winning opening 37 is in the open state. As a result, the game ball that has reached the position corresponding to the right end portion of the large winning opening shutter 37A is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370 in about 0.1 s. That is, the time from when the big hit is confirmed until the firing operation is started and the first game ball thus fired is detected by the big winning opening count switch 370 is 0.1 + 0.66 + 3.1 + 0.1 = It will be 3.96s. The opening time of 1R is 1.46s, which is obtained by subtracting the hit start interval time of 2.5s from this time.

After that, the interval between rounds after the end of the 1st round starts, and the big winning opening 37 is closed again. At this time, the large winning opening 37 is closed for 2.97 s of the interval pattern d. Then, in the large winning opening shutter 37A in the closed state, the number of game balls located on the upper surface thereof increases by one approximately every 0.66s, and by the start of the second round in which the large winning opening 37 is opened again. Four game balls are supported by the large winning opening shutter 37A. Therefore, when the 2nd round is started and the large winning opening 37 is opened, the winning of four game balls is detected. When the winning of one of the game balls is first detected after approximately 0.1 s has elapsed, the large winning opening 37 is closed, the inter-round interval after the end of the 2nd round is started, and even in the 3rd round (not shown), 4 Winning of individual game balls will be detected. In this way, if the time of the interval between rounds is 2.97 s of the interval pattern d, 1 + 3 over prizes can be realized. Similarly, if the interval pattern c is 2.31s, 1 + 2 over-winning can be realized, and if the interval pattern b is 1.65s, 1 + 1 over-winning can be realized.

[Example of additional bonus screen display]
42 to 44 are diagrams showing an example of screen display of the additional bonus. FIG. 42 is a screen display example of the additional bonus corresponding to the large additional pattern 1, FIG. 43 is a screen display example of the additional bonus corresponding to the small additional pattern 5, and FIG. 44 corresponds to the non-addition pattern 1. This is an example of the screen display of the additional bonus.

First, as shown in FIG. 42 (A), when the large addition bonus corresponding to the hit pattern 2 is determined as the addition bonus and the large addition pattern 1 is selected as the addition pattern, the screen of the display area 4A in the hit start interval is selected. An image 700 indicating the start of the additional bonus is displayed above, and an image 701 prompting a right-handed strike is displayed. At this time, for example, an additional character 702A of "fireworks master" selected by lottery appears on the screen, and then an image 703 showing the initial value "+240" of the planned number of prize balls is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (B), when the 1st round is started, a display field 704 indicating the type of the additional character is displayed on the screen of the display area 4A, and the planned number of prize balls is added for each addition of the additional characters. The display column 705 for displaying the addition and the display column 706 for displaying the period of the first half round as the "additional special zone" and the period of the second half round as the "prize ball increase zone" described later are displayed. Such display columns 704 to 706 are displayed until the end of 16 rounds. For example, in the display column 704, the "fireworks master" corresponding to the additional character 702A is displayed until the end of 16 rounds. On the other hand, in the display field 705, after the additional number is displayed in the center of the screen, the planned number of prize balls to which the additional number is added is additionally displayed. In the large addition pattern 1, it is stipulated that the number of additions is not displayed in the 1st round (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in the 1st round, only the initial value "240" is displayed in the display column 705 and the center of the screen. The number of additions is not displayed. Further, in the display column 706, basically, the "additional special zone" is displayed from the 1st R to the 7th R, and the "prize ball increase zone" is displayed after the 8th R. As a result, the "additional specialization zone" is displayed in the display column 706 of the 1st R. As will be described later with reference to FIGS. 43 and 44, the display column 706 after the 8th round may simply display an “additional bonus” instead of the “prize ball increase zone”. The "additional specialization zone" displayed in the display column 706 indicates that the addition display of the planned number of prize balls is performed with a high probability. The "prize ball addition zone" displayed in the display column 706 indicates that a round game in which an over-winning can be expected is in progress. The "additional bonus" displayed in the display column 706 indicates that the player is in a round game in which an over-winning due to the additional bonus cannot be expected. The image 700 of the "additional bonus" displayed at the upper part of the display area 4A indicates the start of the additional bonus.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (C), when the 2nd round is started, the large addition pattern 1 is specified so that the addition number "30" is displayed on the 2nd round (see FIG. 12). In the center of the screen of the display area 4A, after the additional character 702A is displayed, the additional number 703A of "+30" is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (D), when the 3rd round is started, the planned number of prize balls "270" is added to the additional number 703A of "+30" displayed in the previous round in the display column 705. Is added and displayed. Further, in the large addition pattern 1, since the addition number is not displayed in the 3rd round (see FIG. 12), the addition character 702A and the addition number are not displayed in the center of the screen in the 3rd round.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (E), when the 4th round is started, the large addition pattern 1 is specified so that the addition number "105" is displayed on the 4th round (see FIG. 12). In the center of the screen of the display area 4A, after the additional character 702A is displayed, the additional number 703B of "+105" is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (F), when the 5th round is started, the planned number of prize balls "375" is added to the additional number 703B of "+105" displayed in the previous round in the display column 705. Is added and displayed. Further, in the large addition pattern 1, since the addition number is not displayed in the 5th round (see FIG. 12), the addition character 702A and the addition number are not displayed in the center of the screen in the 5th round.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (G), when the 6th round is started, the same planned prize ball number “375” as in the previous round is continuously displayed in the display column 705. Further, in the large addition pattern 1, since the addition number is not displayed in the 6th R (see FIG. 12), the addition character 702A and the addition number are not displayed in the center of the screen in the 6R.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (H), when the 7th round is started, the large addition pattern 1 is specified so that the addition number "270" is displayed on the 7th round (see FIG. 12). In the center of the screen of the display area 4A, after the additional character 702A is displayed, the additional number 703C of "+270" is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 42 (I), when the 8th round is started, the planned prize ball number “645” is added to the additional number 703C of “+270” displayed in the previous round in the display column 705. Is added and displayed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 42 (I) and 42 (J), the “prize ball increase zone” is displayed in the display column 706 of the 8th to 16th rounds. Further, in the large addition pattern 1, it is stipulated that the addition number is not displayed from the 8th R to the 16R (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in the 8R to 16R, the addition character 702A and the addition number are displayed in the center of the screen. It is not displayed, and it is displayed in the display column 705 that the planned number of prize balls is finally "645". Due to such a series of display of the number of additional prizes and the number of planned prize balls, the player cannot substantially generate an over prize in the first half round, but in the second half round with the number of scheduled prize balls displayed in addition as a guide. You can proceed with the game while expecting the over-prize of the game, and you can enhance the fun of the game as well as the directing effect.

Further, as shown in FIG. 43A, when the small addition bonus 2 corresponding to the hit pattern 6 is determined as the addition bonus and the small addition pattern 5 is selected as the addition pattern, the display area 4A in the hit start interval An image 700 indicating the start of the additional bonus is displayed on the screen, and an image 701 prompting a right-handed strike is displayed. At this time, for example, an additional character 702B of "animal" selected by lottery appears on the screen, and then an image 703 showing the initial value "+240" of the planned number of prize balls is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 43B, when the 1st round is started, the display fields 704 to 706 are displayed on the screen of the display area 4A. In the 1st round, the "animal" corresponding to the additional character 702B is displayed in the display column 704. Even in the small addition pattern 5, it is stipulated that the number of additions is not displayed in the 1R (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in the 1R, only the initial value "240" is displayed in the display column 705, and the screen is displayed. The number of additions is not displayed in the center.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 43B and 43C, the "additional specialization zone" is displayed in the display column 706 of the 1st to 7th Rths. Further, in the small addition pattern 5, it is stipulated that the number of additions is not displayed from the 1st R to the 7th R (see FIG. 12). It is not displayed, and the planned number of prize balls is continuously displayed in the display field 705 without changing from the initial value "240".

After that, as shown in FIG. 43 (D), when the 8th round is started, the "additional bonus" is displayed in the display column 706. Further, in the small addition pattern 5, since the addition number "135" is specified to be displayed on the 8th round (see FIG. 12), after the addition character 702B is displayed in the center of the screen of the display area 4A. , The additional number 703D of "+135" is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 43 (E), when the 9th round is started, the "prize ball increase zone" is displayed in the display column 706. Further, in the display column 705, the planned number of prize balls "375" including the additional number 703D of "+135" displayed in the previous round is additionally displayed. Further, in the small addition pattern 5, since the addition number is not displayed after the 9th R (see FIG. 12), the addition character 702A and the addition number are not displayed in the center of the screen after the 9Rth. In the display column 705, it is displayed that the planned number of prize balls has finally reached "375". Even with such a series of display of the number of additional prizes and the planned number of prize balls, the player cannot generate an over-prize until a part of the second half round (from the 1st round to the 13th round), but the additional prizes are displayed. With the planned number of prize balls as a guide, the game can be advanced while expecting over-winning until the final round (16R), and the game can be enhanced along with the directing effect.

Further, as shown in FIG. 44 (A), when the non-addition bonus corresponding to the hit pattern 7 is determined as the addition bonus and the non-addition pattern 1 is selected as the addition pattern, the screen of the display area 4A in the hit start interval is selected. An image 700 indicating the start of the additional bonus is displayed above, and an image 701 prompting a right-handed strike is displayed. At this time, for example, an additional character 702C of "female" selected by lottery appears on the screen, and then an image 703 showing the initial value "+240" of the planned number of prize balls is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 44 (B), when the 1st round is started, the display fields 704 to 706 are displayed on the screen of the display area 4A. In the 1st round, the "female" corresponding to the additional character 702C is displayed in the display column 704. In the no-addition pattern 1, it is stipulated that the number of additions is not displayed in all rounds including the 1st round (see FIG. 12). Therefore, in the 1st round, the initial value "240" is displayed in the display column 705. The additional number is not displayed in the center of the screen.

That is, as shown in FIGS. 44 (B) to (D), in the 1st to 16th rounds, the additional character 702B and the number of additional characters are not displayed in the center of the screen, and the planned number of prize balls is initially displayed in the display column 705. It is continuously displayed without changing from the value "240". As shown in FIGS. 44 (C) and 44 (D), the "additional bonus" is simply displayed in the display column 706 after the 8th R.

The additional characters may be made to appear according to the operation of the effect button, and the number of additional characters may be displayed after the appearance. Further, the additional character appearing after the 8th R and the additional character appearing before the 7th R may have different appearances, for example, even if they are the same person. As a numerical value to be displayed, when a game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening, "+15" corresponding to the number of prize balls may be displayed, and the number of payouts or the number of scheduled payouts may be cumulatively displayed. Further, regarding the planned number of prize balls, the expected numerical value may not be directly displayed, but may be indirectly suggested by, for example, light or sound. In the "addition bonus", the addition display of the planned prize balls is performed in the next round of the round in which the addition number is displayed, but in the same round, the addition display of the planned prize balls and the display of the addition number are performed. And may be performed, or the planned number of prize balls may be added and displayed in the next round after the round in which the additional number is displayed.

[Effect of the gaming machine of the first embodiment]
According to the pachinko gaming machine of the first embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.

According to the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, during the time of the interval between rounds in which the large winning opening 37 is closed, the number of game balls exceeding the specified number of winnings in the next round game is suppressed by the suppression unit 430 (large winning opening shutter). It is controlled so that it is time to flow into the upper surface of 37A). Specifically, in the interval patterns b to d, the time is controlled so that two or more game balls can pass through the upper surface of the large winning opening shutter 37A at the same time. As a result, when the large winning opening shutter 37A is changed from the closed state of the interval between rounds to the open state according to the start of the round game, the number of game balls that flow into the large winning opening shutter 37A in the closed state is larger than the specified number of winning balls. Is led to the big winning opening 37, so that it is possible to realize an over-winning in a predetermined round game, and it is possible to enhance the interest in the big hit game state.

Further, by appropriately controlling the time of the interval between rounds in which the large winning opening 37 is closed between the desired round games without changing the opening time of the large winning opening shutter 37A. The number of over prizes can be adjusted as appropriate. That is, specifically, regarding the interval between rounds, the big hit game state of the hit pattern 7 having a relatively short time (interval pattern a) and the hit patterns 2 to have a longer time (interval patterns b to d). By providing 6 jackpot gaming states, the number of prize balls awarded based on the over-winning can be made different according to the time of the interval between rounds, and there is a difference in the degree of advantage between the multiple jackpot gaming states. Can be attached.

In addition, the number of prize balls given each time a game ball wins in the large prize opening 37, the number of round games executed, and the over-winning that will be won in the large winning opening 37 according to the time of the interval between rounds. Based on the estimated number of winnings including the number, the planned number of prize balls in the big hit game state can be calculated in advance, and the planned number of prize balls can be notified as an additional number or an initial value. As for whether the number of prize balls can be obtained, it is possible to notify the novel contents rich in unexpectedness and variety, and by extension, it is possible to enhance the interest in the big hit game state.

In the first embodiment, the over-winning is basically realized by adjusting the time of the interval between rounds after the 7th round, but for example, by setting the time of the hit start interval to a relatively long time. It may be possible to make an over prize from the 1st round.

<Second Embodiment>
Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 45 to 112. The same or similar components as those according to the first embodiment described above are designated by the same reference numerals, and the description thereof will be omitted.

[Game board]
First, the game board 1 used in the present embodiment (second embodiment) will be described.

The game board 1 shown in FIG. 45 is another example of the game board 1 shown in FIG. The major difference between the game board 1 shown in FIG. 45 and the game board 1 shown in FIG. 3 is that (1) the second starting port 33 and the blade member 34 for opening and closing the second starting port 33 are replaced with ordinary electric motors. The point that the accessory unit 3400 is provided, and the point that the attacker unit 3500 is provided instead of the variable winning device including (2) the large winning opening 37, the large winning opening shutter 37A, the cover member 43, and the like, and (3). ) Instead of the movable effect device 42 provided with the upper movable effect member 42A, the lower movable effect member 42B, etc., a character unit 2000 (see FIG. 113) for effect is provided, and (4) the game board 1 The point is that the logo unit 1000 is provided on the upper part.

The ordinary electric accessory unit 3400 is located below the passage gate 35. The general winning opening 40 is located below the ordinary electric accessory unit 3400, and the attacker unit 3500 is located below the general winning opening 40. The ordinary electric accessory unit 3400 includes a second starting port 3440 and an ordinary electric accessory (more specifically, a blade member 3461). The second starting port 3440 corresponds to the second starting port 33 of the game board 1 shown in FIG. The ordinary electric accessory (blade member 3461) corresponds to the blade member 34 of the game board 1 shown in FIG.

The second starting port 3440 is provided inside the ordinary electric accessory unit 3400. When a game ball wins in the second starting port 3440, a preset number of game balls are paid out to the upper plate 17 or the lower plate 18 via the payout port 20 or the supply port 21. The difficulty of winning the second starting port 3440 changes depending on the posture change of the blade member 3461 as an ordinary electric accessory. The winning of the game ball to the second starting port 3440 is detected by the second starting port switch 330 (see FIG. 6).

The blade member 3461 is a member formed in a blade shape, and is a so-called ordinary electric accessory. The blade member 3461 is rotatably supported by the taxiway of the ordinary electric accessory unit 3400 via a rotation shaft protruding in the front-rear direction. In this way, the blade member 3461 can open and close the entrance of the taxiway. When the blade member 3461 opens the entrance of the taxiway, the tip end side of the blade member 3461 enters the taxiway. In this way, when the blade member 3461 opens the entrance of the taxiway, the game ball is guided into the taxiway leading to the second starting port 3440. The blade member 3461 is driven by the blade member solenoid 340 (see FIG. 6).

The attacker unit 3500 is located below the general winning opening 40 and on the right side of the first starting opening 32. The attacker unit 3500 includes a large winning opening 3540 and a special electric accessory (more specifically, a shutter 3610). The large winning opening 3540 corresponds to the large winning opening 37 of the game board 1 shown in FIG. The special electric accessory (shutter 3610) corresponds to the large winning opening shutter 37A of the game board 1 shown in FIG.

The big prize opening 3540 is provided inside the attacker unit 3500, and is opened in a hit game state (big hit game state, etc.), which is a game state advantageous to the player. The winning of the game ball to the large winning opening 3540 is detected by the large winning opening count switch 370 (see FIG. 6). The position where the large winning opening 3540 is arranged is not limited to the above-mentioned position, and can be appropriately changed according to the specifications of the gaming machine and the like.

A slit (not shown) through which a game ball can enter is formed in the upper part of the attacker unit 3500. This slit is formed in a substantially straight line extending from the right side to the left side while gently inclining when viewed from the front. A shutter 3610 is arranged in the slit.

The shutter 3610 corresponds to a so-called special electric accessory, and is configured to be able to move forward and backward through a slit. When such a shutter 3610 advances forward, a first taxiway is formed in which the game ball cannot enter the large winning opening 3540. Such a first taxiway can reduce the moving speed of the game balls moving along the first taxiway, and can create a situation in which a plurality of game balls are moving at a relatively low speed on the first taxiway. In this way, when a plurality of game balls are moving on the first guide path, the shutter 3610 can be opened only once to guide the plurality of game balls downward to the large winning opening 3540. You can win a prize. That is, it is possible to quickly perform round digestion in a jackpot game. Further, even if the opening time of the shutter 3610 is short, if many game balls are retained on the shutter 3610, many prizes can be generated. In addition, since many game balls can be won at one time, it is easy to generate more prizes (so-called over prizes) than can be won in one round of big hit games. Such a shutter 3610 is driven by a large winning opening shutter solenoid 370A (see FIG. 6). In the attacker unit 3500 having such a configuration, the moving game ball can be appropriately guided in a predetermined direction by a taxiway.

The accessory unit 2000 is arranged so as to appear in front of the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4. The accessory unit 2000 appears in front of the central portion of the display area 4A when a specific effect is performed, and performs a predetermined operation or light emission. The accessory unit 2000 will be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. 121 to 135, as it is also applied to the gaming machine according to the third embodiment described later. Further, a logo unit 1000 indicating a model name or the like is arranged in the upper front portion of the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4. The logo unit 1000 is capable of emitting light for each character. The logo unit 1000 will also be described in detail later with reference to FIGS. 114 to 120, as it is also applied to the gaming machine according to the third embodiment described later.

The accessory unit 2000 has a level display unit 2100 in front of the center of the display area 4A. The level display unit 2100 is used for a predetermined effect (specifically, an effect of displaying the level of the reserved character described later). The level display unit 2100 is arranged below the display area 4A. The level display unit 2100 has a 7-segment LED. The level display unit 2100 is configured to be able to display numerical values (levels of reserved characters) from "01" to "99" on the 7-segment LED by the display control circuit 76 (see FIG. 6).

In the present embodiment, the level display unit 2100 displays a numerical value on the 7-segment LED, but may display the numerical value on the display area 4A without using the 7-segment LED. Further, although the level display unit 2100 is provided as a display device of the accessory unit 2000 that is separate from the liquid crystal display device 4, it may be provided integrally with the liquid crystal display device 4.

[Game machine specifications]
First, with reference to FIG. 46, specifications relating to the gaming characteristics of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment (second embodiment) will be described.

As shown in FIG. 46, in the present embodiment, the jackpot probability of the special symbol in the jackpot gaming state is 1 / 319.688 in the low probability time (non-probability variable gaming state) and 1 / 319.688 in the high probability time (probability variable gaming state). ) Is 1 / 68.634. As for the probability variation performance (specifications of the probability variation game state), the probability variation game state continues until the fall lottery is won after the probability variation jackpot game state ends. The winning probability of the fall lottery is 1 / 275.361.

In addition, after the jackpot game state ends, the time-saving game state is set. In the time-saving game state, since the probability of hitting the normal symbol is high, the support of the blade member 3461 makes it easy to win a prize in the second starting port 3440 (electric support state). The electric support state guarantees a minimum of 30 games (number of changes in the special symbol) after the end of the jackpot game state, regardless of the game state (whether in the probabilistic game state or the non-probability game state). Has been done. Further, in the case of the probabilistic gaming state, the electric support state is continued even after 30 times have passed. Then, when the fall lottery is won, the time-saving game state ends at the same timing as the probability change game state.

The special symbols are divided into three types of jackpot symbols in the first special symbol and seven types of jackpot symbols in the second special symbol.

Specifically, in the jackpot symbol "Probability 1" of the first special symbol, 11R (of which the actual number of rounds that are easy to win in the big winning opening is 6R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 900 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 1" of the first special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 1" as the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol is set to 43/100. It should be noted that the number of rounds which is the same as the actual number of rounds may be determined without setting the number of rounds which are difficult to win.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "probability variation 2" of the first special symbol, 10R (of which the actual number of rounds is 6R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 900 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 2" of the first special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 2" as the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol is set to 37/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "normal 1" of the first special symbol, 10R (of which the actual number of rounds is 6R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 900 in the jackpot symbol "normal 1" of the first special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of becoming "normally 1" as the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol is set to 20/100.

In this way, when the jackpot is the result of the jackpot determination triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32, the probability of the jackpot game is 80/100 after the jackpot game is completed, and the probability of the game is changed to 20/100. It becomes a game state (non-probability change game state).

Further, in the jackpot symbol "probability variation 3" of the second special symbol, 16R (of which the actual number of rounds is 16R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 2,400 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 3" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 3" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 50/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "probability variation 4" of the second special symbol, 9R (of which the actual number of rounds is 9R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 1350 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 4" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 4" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 6/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "probability variation 5" of the second special symbol, 6R (of which the actual number of rounds is 6R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 900 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 5" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 5" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 10/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "probability variation 6" of the second special symbol, 3R (of which the actual number of rounds is 3R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 450 in the jackpot symbol "Probability Change 6" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of "probability variation 6" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 14/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "normal 2" of the second special symbol, 9R (of which the actual number of rounds is 9R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 1350 in the jackpot symbol "normal 2" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of becoming "normal 2" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 2/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "normal 3" of the second special symbol, 6R (of which the actual number of rounds is 6R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 900 in the jackpot symbol "normal 3" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of becoming "normal 3" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 5/100.

Further, in the jackpot symbol "normal 4" of the second special symbol, 3R (of which the actual number of rounds is 3R) is given as the number of rounds of the round game. In addition, the planned number of prize balls is 450 in the jackpot symbol "normal 4" of the second special symbol. Further, the probability (rush rate) of becoming "normal 4" as the jackpot symbol of the second special symbol is set to 13/100.

In this way, when the jackpot is the result of the jackpot determination triggered by the winning of the second starting port 3440, after the jackpot game ends, there is a probability of 80/100 that the game is in a probabilistic game state, and the probability of 20/100 is normal. It becomes a game state (non-probability change game state). In this way, in the present embodiment, the probability that the probabilistic symbols are continuous as the jackpot symbols (probability variation continuous change rate) is set to 80/100.

The large winning opening count number corresponds to the specified winning number that triggers the opening state to the closed state of the large winning opening 3540 in one round, and in this embodiment, the large winning opening count number (specified winning opening number). Is set to "10". That is, when 10 winnings to the large winning opening 3540 are counted in one round, the shutter 3610 is changed from the open state to the closed state.

[Transition of gaming state of gaming machine]
Next, the transition of the gaming state of the gaming machine will be briefly described with reference to FIG. 47.

As shown in FIG. 47, the transition of the gaming state of the gaming machine is performed in relation to the effect (effect mode) performed during the gaming state. In the present embodiment, the effect mode can be roughly divided into three modes: a normal mode, a big hit round (big hit medium mode), and a boss battle mode (high accuracy or time saving mode).

Specifically, when the game is first started, the game state becomes the normal game state (more specifically, the non-probability change / non-time saving game state), and the effect mode becomes the normal mode. In the normal mode, an effect based on the normal gaming state (normal mode effect) is performed. Further, when a big hit occurs in the normal mode, the gaming state shifts from the normal gaming state to the big hit gaming state, the round game is started, and the effect mode becomes the big hit round. In the big hit round, the production based on the big hit game state (the production during the big hit) is performed. In the following explanation, the big hit in the normal mode means the big hit in the first special symbol that basically changes in the normal mode, and the big hit in the boss battle mode basically changes in the boss battle mode. Indicates a big hit in the second special symbol where is performed.

In the jackpot game state, a round game is performed. When performing a round game, the actual number of rounds (hereinafter, the actual number of rounds is simply referred to as "the number of rounds") is determined (assigned) based on the jackpot symbol of the special symbol. For example, when a big hit is made in the normal mode, 6R is always given as the actual number of rounds. In this way, in the case of the so-called first hit, a 6R round game is always performed. Further, in the case of a big hit in the boss battle mode (high accuracy or short time mode) (when the big hit round is changed from the boss battle mode), 3R, 6R, 9R or 16R is given as the actual number of rounds. In this way, if a big hit occurs during the electric support, any one of 3R, 6R, 9R or 16R round game is performed.

In addition, the round games include a round game in which the actual number of rounds is notified to the player in advance (fixed round game) and a round game in which the actual number of rounds is not notified to the player in advance (rank-up type round game). Is provided. In the present embodiment, a 16R round game is provided as a definite round game. Further, as a rank-up type round game (rank-up game), 3R, 6R, 9R and 16R round games are provided. When the rank-up type round game is started, as a big hit effect, for example, whether the round game ends at the 3rd round or continues (ranks up) after the 4th round, the round game continues. An effect that incites whether or not (so-called "RUSH" or "rank-up effect") is performed. In this way, the rank-up type round game is performed by RUSH, ends in 3R at the shortest, and continues up to 16R at the longest.

In addition, in the big hit round, when the round game is completed, the game state shifts from the big hit game state to either the probabilistic / short-time game state or the non-probable / short-time game state, and the production mode is the boss battle mode (high-probability or short-time mode). Will be. The boss battle mode includes a boss battle 1 mode that is performed when the game state is a probable change / time saving game state or a non-probability / time saving game state, and a boss battle 2 mode that is performed when the game state is a probable change / time saving game state. Is provided. In this way, in the boss battle mode, the production based on the boss battle 1 mode or the boss battle 2 mode (boss battle mode production) is performed. As described above, in the present embodiment, the boss battle mode is either the boss battle 1 mode or the boss battle 2 mode, and the game is in a time-saving game state (that is, an electric support state).

In the boss battle 1 mode, even if the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state, it is set so that it is difficult for the player to recognize that it is the probabilistic gaming state. On the other hand, in the boss battle 2 mode, it is set so that the player can easily recognize that the game is in a probabilistic game state. Further, in the boss battle 1 mode, a predetermined lottery is performed at the 10th and 20th games (the number of changes in the special symbol), and if the lottery is won, the mode is changed to the boss battle 2 mode with a specific effect. To. As a result, the gaming state is not actually changed as the probabilistic gaming state, but gives the player the impression that the gaming state has changed (promoted) from the non-probabilistic gaming state to the probabilistic gaming state. be able to.

Further, in the boss battle 1 mode, when the number of games (the number of changes in the special symbol) reaches the 30th time when the game state is the probabilistic game state, the boss battle 2 mode is started from the 31st time without performing the predetermined lottery. The mode is changed.

Further, in the boss battle 1 mode and the boss battle 2 mode, when the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state, a fall lottery is performed for each change of the special symbol. If you win the fall lottery, the gaming state will be changed from the probabilistic gaming state to the non-probable changing gaming state. In the time-saving game state (electric support state), the number of changes of the special symbol is guaranteed to be at least 30 times after the end of the big hit game, regardless of the result of the fall lottery in the probabilistic game state. Further, the time-saving gaming state (electric support state) is continued even if the number of changes of the special symbol has passed 30 times when the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state.

In this way, in the gaming machine, the normal mode production is performed in the production mode, the jackpot medium production is performed in the jackpot round, and the boss battle mode (boss battle 1 mode and boss battle 2 mode) is performed according to the transition of the gaming state. The boss battle mode production is performed at. It should be noted that these effects may be performed by the character (reserved character) indicated by the reserved image appearing in the display area 4A.

For example, in the boss battle 1 mode and the boss battle 2 mode, as the boss battle mode production, a production (boss battle production) in which the reserved character battles with the enemy character (boss) is performed. In the boss battle production, when the reserved character wins the enemy character, the player is notified that it is a big hit, and the game state shifts to the big hit game state. On the other hand, in the boss battle production, if the reserved character is defeated by the enemy character, the player is notified that the character is lost.

In addition, when the game state is a non-probable change / time-saving game state and the number of changes of the special symbol reaches 30 times, or when the number of changes of the special symbol is 31 times or more, the fall lottery is won. Is always a boss battle production. In such a case, if the jackpot determination is lost, the game state shifts to the non-probability change / non-time saving game state, and the boss battle mode (boss battle 1 mode or boss battle 2 mode) is changed to the normal mode.

[Mode background]
Further, in the gaming machine, the background image (mode background) displayed on the liquid crystal display device 4 is displayed corresponding to the effect mode. In this way, by displaying the mode background corresponding to each mode on the liquid crystal display device 4, the current gaming state (sub-state) can be notified (or suggested) to the player. The mode background will be described below.

As shown in FIG. 48, when the effect mode is the normal mode, the mode background is usually 1 (town), normal 2 (outside), normal 3 (dungeon 1F), normal 4 (dungeon 2F), or Usually, any one of 5 (normal boss) is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 4. Further, when the effect mode is the boss battle 1 mode among the boss battle modes, the boss battle 1 is displayed as the mode background. Further, when the effect mode is the boss battle 2 mode among the boss battle modes, the boss battle 2 is displayed as the mode background. Further, when the effect mode is a big hit round, the big hit is displayed as the mode background. Numbers 1 to 8 are associated with each of these mode backgrounds.

In the normal 1 (town) of the mode background 1, for example, a townscape surrounded by a castle wall is displayed as a background image. Further, in the normal 2 (outside) of the mode background 2, for example, the outside of the castle wall is displayed as a background image. Further, in the normal 3 (dungeon 1F) of the mode background 3, for example, the underground 1F of a cave is displayed as a background image. Further, in the normal 4 (dungeon 2F) of the mode background 4, for example, the underground 2F of the cave is displayed as a background image. Further, in the normal 5 (normal boss) of the mode background 5, for example, the background of the battle with the enemy character is displayed as the background image. Since the mode backgrounds 1 to 5 are the mode backgrounds of the normal mode, they are displayed when the value of the probability variation flag is "0" and the value of the time saving flag (electric support state) is "0". ..

The mode backgrounds 1 to 5 sequentially shift as the number of pseudo-reams (the number of fluctuation displays after the temporary stop display) increases when the pseudo-ream is performed. In the mode backgrounds 1 to 5, for example, the mode background 1 (usually 1 (town)) is the most basic pattern. For example, when the mode background 1 (normally 1 (town)) starts a total of four pseudo-reams, the mode background 2 (normally 2 (outside)) is displayed in the first pseudo-ream (pseudo 1). Further, the mode background 3 (normally 3 (dungeon 1F)) is displayed in the second pseudo-ream (pseudo 2). Further, the mode background 4 (normally 4 (dungeon 2F)) is displayed in the third pseudo-ream (pseudo 3). Further, the mode background 5 (normal 5 (normal boss)) is displayed in the fourth pseudo-ream (pseudo 4). In this way, the mode backgrounds (directing stages) are ranked as mode backgrounds 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 according to the degree of expectation of a big hit. That is, the mode background (effect stage) displays (suggests) the degree of expectation of a big hit. In this way, the mode background (effect stage) can be changed and displayed to the higher mode background (effect stage) in the above-mentioned order by executing the pseudo-ream.

In this embodiment, the mode background in which the pseudo-ream is started and the order in which the mode backgrounds 1 to 5 are transferred are not limited to the above-mentioned example, and are set in various ways. Further, the mode background transition is not limited to the time of pseudo-ream execution, and the transition may be made even when the pseudo-ream is not executed.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the pseudo-ream is started, the level-up effect described later is performed according to the transition of the mode background. In addition, when the final mode background transferred by the pseudo-ren is mode background 4 (the final arrival background is normal 4 (dungeon 2F)), the ally character battles with the enemy character (middle boss) (described later). While doing the boss battle production) is performed. In addition, when the final mode background transferred by the pseudo-ren is the mode background 5 (the final arrival background is the normal 5 (normal boss)), the ally character battles with the enemy character (large boss) (described later). Large boss battle production) will be performed.

In the boss battle 1 of the mode background 6 and the boss battle 2 of the mode background 7, for example, the background of the battle with the enemy character is displayed as the background image. Since the boss battle 1 of the mode background 6 is the mode background of the boss battle 1 mode among the boss battle modes, the value of the probability variation flag is "0" or "1", and the value of the time saving flag (electric support state) is ". 1 ”is displayed. Further, since the boss battle 2 of the mode background 7 is the mode background of the boss battle 2 mode among the boss battle modes, the value of the probability variation flag is "1" and the value of the time saving flag (electric support state) is "1". Is displayed when. If the boss battle 1 of the mode background 6 wins a predetermined lottery when the value of the probability change flag is "1", it is changed to the boss battle 2 of the mode background 7. It should be noted that the boss battle 2 is displayed when the values of the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are "1", but exceptionally, if the fall lottery is won at the start of the change during the execution of the boss battle 2, the fall lottery is won at that time. The values of the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are set to "0", and in the fluctuation, the boss battle 2 is executed with the values of the probability change flag and the time reduction flag set to "0".

The jackpot of the mode background 8 is displayed as a background image during the jackpot effect. Since the jackpot of the mode background 8 is the mode background of the jackpot round, it is displayed when the value of the probability variation flag is "0" and the value of the time saving flag (electric support state) is "0". .. In addition, although the content of the big hit medium effect changes depending on the type, it is omitted here.

[Example of screen display of a gaming machine]
In the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, various effects such as pre-reach effect, reach effect, and variable display of decorative symbol 500 are performed by using the display area 4A and the level display unit 2100 of the liquid crystal display device 4.

FIG. 49A shows a display example of the liquid crystal display device 4 (display area 4A and level display unit 2100). As shown in FIG. 49 (a), three decorative symbols 500 are variable display and stop display in the upper right portion of the display area 4A. The variable display means a state in which any one of the three decorative symbols 500 is displayed so as to flow up and down without being completely stopped, or is sequentially enlarged and displayed. The stop display means a state in which all three decorative symbols 500 that have been variablely displayed are stopped and a combination of these symbols is shown. In the following description, the stop display related to the decorative symbol 500 and the special symbol may be referred to as "confirmed display". The variable display and the final display of the decorative symbol 500 are synchronized with the variable display and the final display of the special symbol, except in the case of the pseudo-ream.

The character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610 are displayed at the lower part of the display area 4A. In the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610, a reserved image (character reserved image) is displayed based on the reserved information stored in the work RAM 73 according to the start storage of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. To. In the following description, the hold information related to the character hold image is simply referred to as "hold information". Specifically, the reserved information includes "hit determination random value", "hit symbol determination random value" and the like as information, but for convenience, the determination of the hit type is made based on the random value. The result shall be included in the pending information. In the following description, the image of the character (holding character) indicated by the character holding image may be simply referred to by the name of the character (for example, "holding character A"). As described above, the display area 4A is an area (decorative symbol 500) different from the area for displaying the character reserved image (the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610) and the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610. It can be divided into an area (variable display area) for displaying various effects by the variable display and the reserved character.

In the case of the pseudo-ream, the decorative symbol 500 appears to be stopped and displayed once or multiple times between the time when the special symbol is variablely displayed and the time when the special symbol is confirmed and displayed based on one start memory, but strictly speaking. May be in a state of temporary stop display that cannot be said to be in a state of being completely stopped due to vibration or the like. For example, in the case of the pseudo-ream 2, the decorative symbol 500 is in the state of the temporary stop display next to the variable display, and then is finally confirmed and displayed after the variable display. In the case of the pseudo-ream 3, the decorative symbol 500 is in the state of the temporary stop display next to the variable display, then in the state of the temporary stop display again after the variable display, and after that, is finally confirmed and displayed via the variable display. .. In the case of the pseudo-ream 4, the decorative symbol 500 is in the state of the temporary stop display after the variable display, then in the state of the temporary stop display again after the variable display, and then in the state of the temporary stop display again after the variable display. After that, it is finally displayed after the variable display.

The character display area 600 is for displaying the hold information according to the start memory, which is the basis of the variable display of the decorative symbol 500 (in the case of the pseudo-ream, during the first variable display), as an image of the character hold image. It is an area and is located at the lower left end of the display area 4A. Further, when the decorative symbol 500 is finally confirmed and displayed, and at least one character reserved image is displayed in the reserved character display area 610, the reserved character display area 610 is changed to the character display area 600. And one character hold image is displayed to move.

The reserved character display area 610 is an area for displaying the reserved information corresponding to the first to fourth start storages individually as an image of the character reserved image, and is located on the right side of the character display area 600. In the reserved character display area 610, the first reserved information stored earlier is displayed as the leftmost character reserved image, and the second to fourth reserved information are sequentially arranged on the right side of the leftmost character reserved image. Displayed by the pending image. In the reserved character display area 610, basically, every time the leftmost character reserved image indicating the first reserved information is deleted, it is moved and displayed in the character display area 600, and the remaining 2nd to 4th reserved information is displayed. If there is a character hold image indicating, each is moved and displayed so as to shift to the left.

In the following, of the reserved character display area 610, the area where the first reserved information is displayed as the character reserved image is displayed as the "first reserved character display area 610a", and the second reserved information is displayed as the character reserved image. The area is displayed as the "second reserved character display area 610b", the area where the third reserved information is displayed as the character reserved image is displayed as the "third reserved character display area 610c", and the fourth reserved information is displayed as the character reserved image. The area may be referred to as a "fourth reserved character display area 610d".

The level display unit 2100 displays the level of the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600. Here, the level of the reserved character is a numerical value of the strength of the reserved character (for example, the expected degree of victory in a battle with an enemy character), and by extension, indicates the expected degree of a big hit. The level of the reserved character is displayed as a numerical value from "01" to "99", and the larger the value, the stronger the reserved character (high expectation of victory), that is, the high expectation of big hit. .. In addition, in FIG. 49A, it is shown that the level of the reserved character A is “10”. In addition, the level of the reserved character may be raised by the level-up effect when the effect content during change or the pseudo-ream is performed.

[Character hold image]
FIG. 49B shows a display example of the reserved image (character reserved image) displayed in the display area 4A. In the present embodiment, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image appears in various effects such as a pre-reach effect, a reach effect, and a variable display of the decorative symbol 500. The character hold image displays the face image of the hold character, the name (feature) of the hold character, and the current state and ability (status) of the hold character.

Specifically, among the character hold images, the face image of the hold character indicated by the character hold image is displayed in the lower left area AP1. By displaying the reserved character in the character reserved image in this way, even if the character is displayed in the reserved character display area 610 (even before moving to the character display area 600), the decorative symbol 500 is displayed. It is possible to suggest a character that appears at the beginning of the fluctuation of.

Further, in the area AP2 in the upper right part of the character hold image, "HP" (hit point) is displayed as the status of the hold character. "HP" is a numerical value of the physical strength of the reserved character. In the present embodiment, "HP" is displayed as a numerical value of "1" to "999", and the larger the value, the stronger the physical strength. When "HP" is displayed higher than usual according to the reserved character, it is suggested that the jackpot expectation is high. In addition, "HP" can increase the expectation of a big hit by getting doublet, forward, reverse, etc., depending on the characteristics of the reserved character.

Further, among the character hold images, "MP" (magic point) is displayed as the status of the hold character in the area AP3 below the area AP2. "MP" is a numerical value of the magical power (magical strength) of the reserved character. In the present embodiment, "MP" is displayed as a numerical value of "1" to "999", and the larger the value, the stronger the magical power. When "MP" is displayed higher than usual according to the reserved character, it is suggested that the jackpot expectation is high. In addition, "MP" can increase the expectation of big hits by getting doublet, forward, reverse, etc., depending on the characteristics of the reserved character.

Further, among the character hold images, the name (feature) of the hold character is displayed in the area AP4 below the area AP3. In this way, it is possible to notify the player of the name (feature) of the reserved character displayed in the area AP1. The character name (here, A) may be simply displayed in the area AP4.

As described above, in the present embodiment, by displaying the numerical values of "HP" and "MP" and the name (characteristic) of the reserved character by the character reserved image, the degree of expectation of victory in the battle with the enemy character, that is, It is possible to notify the degree of expectation of a big hit.

Further, in the present embodiment, when a pun such as "315" (highest) is displayed by combining numerical values in "HP" or "MP", the expectation of a big hit can be increased. As a result, the degree of expectation of a big hit can be notified by a production having a rarity, so that the interest of the player can be enhanced.

FIG. 50 shows the types of reserved characters indicated by the character reserved images. As shown in FIG. 50, in the present embodiment, a plurality of characters (nine types in the present embodiment) are provided as the reserved characters indicated by the character reserved images. Characteristic, growth type, and status expectation are defined for a plurality of reserved characters. The feature indicates the occupation, the type of the character itself, and the like. Further, the status expectation degree defines the states of "HP" and "MP" which suggest the expectation degree of the jackpot according to the reserved character.

In addition, the growth type is a classification of how the level of the reserved character rises in the level-up effect. As for the growth type, the level of the reserved character tends to rise in the middle of the predetermined period as "middle type", the one that tends to rise in the second half as "second half type", and on average from the first half to the second half. Those that tend to rise are defined as "balanced type". In addition, those with confirmed jackpots are defined as "confirmed type", and those other than these (middle type, latter half type, balanced type and definite type) are defined as "special type".

In the present embodiment, as a plurality (9 types) of reserved characters, a reserved character A, a reserved character B, a reserved character C, a reserved character D, a reserved character E, a reserved character F, a reserved character G, a reserved character H, and a reserved character I Is provided.

The reserved character A is a warrior and has a balanced growth type. The reserved character A has a chance when the "HP" is high, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. In addition, the reserved character B is a witch, and the growth type is the middle stage type. The reserved character B has a chance when the "MP" is high, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. In addition, the reserved character C is a warrior, and the growth type is the latter half type. The reserved character C has a chance when the "HP" is high, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. The reserved character D is a monk and has a balanced growth type. The reserved character D has a chance when the "MP" is high, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. In addition, the reserved character E is a knight, and the growth type is a midfield type. The reserved character E has a chance when the values of "HP" and "MP" are close to each other, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. Further, the reserved character F is a zombie, and the growth type is the latter half type. The reserved character F has a chance when the "HP" is low, and it is stipulated that the expectation of a big hit is high. In addition, the reserved character G is a wise man and has a special growth type. The reserved character G is a chance regardless of the state of "HP" and "MP", and is stipulated so that the expectation of a big hit is high. In addition, the reserved character H is a hero and has a special growth type. The reserved character H is a chance regardless of the state of "HP" and "MP", and is stipulated so that the expectation of a big hit is high. Further, the reserved character I is a god, and the growth type is definite. The reserved character I is specified so that the values of "HP" and "MP" are both fixed at "777" and displayed only in the case of a big hit.

The reserved character G and the reserved character H are set so as to be easily displayed when the expectation of a big hit is high. Therefore, in the following, the reserved character G and the reserved character H are referred to as "chance characters", and the reserved characters A, the reserved characters B, the reserved characters C, the reserved characters D, the reserved characters E and the reserved characters F are referred to as "normal characters", respectively. In some cases. Further, the reserved character I is set to be selected only in the case of a big hit. Therefore, in the following, the reserved character I may be referred to as a "confirmed character".

In this way, a plurality of reserved characters are provided, and it is stipulated that each of the reserved characters has different characteristics. In this way, when the reserved character is displayed in the display area 4A, the display mode can be different depending on the characteristics of the reserved character.

For example, as shown in FIG. 49 (a), if the reserved character displayed in the display area 4A is the reserved character A, it appears equipped with a sword because it is a warrior. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (a), if the reserved character displayed in the display area 4A is the reserved character B, it appears equipped with a magic wand because it is a witch. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (b), if the reserved character displayed in the display area 4A is the reserved character C, it appears equipped with a bow and arrow because it is a warrior. As described above, since the reserved character displayed in the display area 4A has a display mode (appearance) corresponding to the reserved character, it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

The character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610 is set so that the hold character shown by one character hold image does not overlap with the hold character shown by another character hold image. Has been done. Specifically, for example, when a character hold image showing a hold character A (warrior) is displayed in the character display area 600, the hold character A (warrior) is shown in another display area (hold character display area 610). The character hold image is not displayed.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image appears on the liquid crystal display device 4, and various effects such as a pre-reach effect, a reach effect, and a variable display of the decorative symbol 500 are performed. Hereinafter, an example of displaying an effect using a reserved character introduced in the liquid crystal display device 4 will be briefly described with reference to FIGS. 52 to 54.

In the display example shown in FIG. 52 (a), it is assumed that the reserved character A appears in the display area 4A by displaying the character reserved image showing the reserved character A in the character display area 600. .. Further, it is assumed that the pre-reach effect is performed (three decorative symbols 500 are variablely displayed).

In this way, when the pre-reach production is started, the message "Destroy the enemy character! Defeat and reach !!" is displayed in the display area 4A, and the enemy character appears in front of the reserved character A. As a result, a battle (battle production) between the reserved character A and the enemy character is started. Then, as shown in FIG. 52 (b), when the reserved character A wins the enemy character (when the enemy character is defeated) in the battle production, the message "Destroy !!" is displayed and 2 Both decorative symbols are stopped and displayed at "7" (same number) to reach the reach. On the other hand, when the reserved character A is defeated by the enemy character, the three decorative symbols are stopped and displayed without reaching in the change (not shown).

In FIG. 52, the reserved character A (warrior) is equipped with a sword and swings down the sword to destroy the enemy character. However, as described above, when the reserved character is displayed in the display area 4A, the display mode is different depending on the characteristics of the reserved character. For example, in FIG. 53A, the reserved character B appears in the display area 4A by displaying the character reserved image showing the reserved character B in the character display area 600. In such a case, the reserved character B (witch) is equipped with a magic wand, and an electric shock is blown from the wand to destroy the enemy character. Further, in FIG. 53B, the reserved character C appears in the display area 4A by displaying the character reserved image showing the reserved character C in the character display area 600. In such a case, the reserved character C (martial artist) is equipped with a bow and arrow, and shoots the arrow to destroy the enemy character. As described above, in the liquid crystal display device 4, the effect of utilizing the characteristics of the reserved character is performed according to the characteristics of the reserved character.

The reserved character displayed in the display area 4A is not limited to one person. Note that FIG. 54A shows a display example of the boss battle effect described later. In this way, in the boss battle production, the message "Destroy BOSS!" Is displayed, and a plurality of reserved characters (three in FIG. 54A) appear in the display area 4A. When a plurality of reserved characters appear, the plurality of reserved characters are the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 and the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610. (More specifically, at least one of the reserved characters indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610). That is, when a plurality of reserved characters appear, the reserved characters indicated by the character reserved images displayed in the character display area 600 are always included. In the following, a plurality of reserved characters displayed in the display area 4A may be collectively referred to as a "party".

In this way, when a plurality of reserved characters appear, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 becomes the party leader. That is, in FIG. 54 (a), the reserved character A is the party leader. The party leader will play a central role in the boss battle production, such as making the final attack to decide whether to win or defeat. Further, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610 becomes a party member. In FIG. 54 (a), the reserved character B and the reserved character C appear as party members.

When such a party is displayed, the party leader (reserved character A) is displayed in the middle of the party (between the reserved character B and the reserved character C). In this way, it is easy for the player to know which reserved character the party leader (hereinafter simply referred to as "leader") is.

Note that FIG. 54B shows a display example in which the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is the reserved character B. In this way, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is the reserved character B, the leader becomes the reserved character B.

[Various tables]
Next, various tables stored in the main ROM 62 of the main control circuit 60 will be described.

[Random number judgment table]
The hit random number determination table shown in FIG. 55 is referred to when a random number value (a random number value for jackpot determination) based on a prize of the first start port 32 or the second start port 3440 is extracted. In the hit random number determination table, the determination value data is associated with the big hit determination random number value in which a predetermined width is set for each probability variation flag indicating whether the game state is a probability variation state or a non-probability variation state. The big hit determination random number value is a random number value of the big hit determination random number counter, and indicates a random number value for determining whether or not the jackpot is a big hit (to show the lottery result of a special symbol). Whether or not it is a big hit is the result of a lottery triggered by winning a prize in the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440. The random value for jackpot determination is defined in the range of "0" to "65535".

Further, the probability change flag is stored in the main RAM 63, and is a flag indicating whether or not the probability change state is selected as the game state after the end of the big hit game state, and is a flag indicating whether or not the probability change state is present. For example, when the value of the probability change flag is "0 (off)", it indicates that it is not in the probability change state (non-probability change state), and when the value of the probability change flag is "1 (on)", it indicates that it is in the probability change state. show. Further, whether or not it is in the probabilistic state is flag-managed by the main control circuit 60, and as shown in FIG. 55, it is defined that the jackpot probability differs depending on whether or not it is in the probabilistic state. The selection rate shown in FIG. 55 represents the probability that the corresponding determination value data is selected.

More specifically, in the jackpot random number determination table, when the probability variation flag "0" (non-probability variation state), the jackpot determination value data is associated with the jackpot determination random number values "0"-"204" (width 205). The loss determination value data is associated with the random numbers other than this. Further, in the jackpot random number determination table, when the probability variation flag is "1" (probability variation state), the jackpot determination value data is associated with the jackpot determination random number values "0"-"954" (width 955), and other than this. Loss judgment value data is associated with the random number value.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440 is won in the non-probability state, the probability of winning a big hit (hereinafter, also referred to as a big hit probability) is about 1/319. On the other hand, when the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440 is won in the probable change state, the jackpot probability is about 1/68. Further, in the present embodiment, a normal symbol winning table (not shown) is stored in the main ROM 62. In the normal symbol winning table, the probability of winning the normal symbol lottery is 1/100 when the probability is low (non-time saving state) and 1/1 when the probability is high (time saving state). It is stipulated.

[Fall random number judgment table]
The fall random number determination table shown in FIG. 56 is referred to when a random number value (fall determination random number value) based on a prize of the first start port 32 or the second start port 3440 is extracted in the probable change state. In the fall random number determination table, the determination value data is associated with the fall determination random number value in which the predetermined width is set in the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state of the game state. The fall determination random value is a random value of the fall determination counter, and indicates a random value for determining whether or not to fall. Whether or not the player falls is the result of a lottery triggered by winning a prize in the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440. The fall determination random value is defined in the range of "0" to "65535".

The fall random number determination table is referred to only when the gaming state is a probable change state. Therefore, in the fall random number determination table, the fall determination value data or the non-fall determination value data is associated only with the fall random number value when the probability change flag is “1” (probability change state).

More specifically, in the fall random number determination table, when the probability change flag "1" (probability change state), the fall determination value data is associated with the fall random number values "0"-"237" (width 238). Non-fall determination value data is associated with random numbers other than this.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440 is won in the probable change state, the fall probability is 1/275.

[Design judgment table]
The symbol determination table shown in FIG. 57A is referred to when a random number value (symbol random value) based on the winning of the first starting port 32 is extracted. The symbol determination table shown in FIG. 57B is referred to when a random number value (symbol random value) based on the winning of the second starting port 3440 is extracted. In the symbol determination table, the hit selection symbol command and the symbol designation command are associated with the symbol random value in which a predetermined width is set for each determination value data of whether or not it is a big hit. The symbol random number value is a random number value of the symbol determination random number counter, and indicates a random number value for determining a symbol corresponding to the result of the lottery. Further, the hit selection symbol command is a command corresponding to a symbol random value, and indicates a command for designating a jackpot symbol determined according to the type of jackpot at the time of winning. Further, the symbol designation command is a command corresponding to the determination value data, and indicates a command for designating a special symbol displayed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed.

In the symbol determination table, a table for the first starting port, which is referred to when a random value based on the winning of the first starting port 32 is extracted, and a random value based on the winning of the second starting port 3440 are extracted. Includes a table for the second starting port, which is referenced if done.

More specifically, in the symbol determination table for the first start port, the symbol random value "0" to "42" is associated with the hit selection symbol command "z0" in the jackpot determination value data, and the symbol is specified. The command "zA0" is associated with it. Further, the symbol random values "43" to "79" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z1" and the symbol designation command "zA1". Further, the symbol random values "80" to "99" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z2" and the symbol designation command "zA2". As described above, in the present embodiment, when the first starting port 32 is won and a big hit is won, the probability that the hit-time selection symbol command "z0" is selected is 43/100, and the hit-time selection symbol command "z0" is selected. The probability that "z1" is selected is 37/100, and the probability that the hit selection symbol command "z2" is selected is 20/100.

The symbol designation command "zA0" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 1" of the first special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA1" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 2" of the first special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA2" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "normal 1" of the first special symbol.

Further, in the symbol determination table for the first start port, the symbol designation command "zA3" is associated with the symbol random values "0" to "99" in the loss determination value data.

Further, in the symbol determination table for the second start port, the symbol random value "0" to "50" is associated with the hit selection symbol command "z3" in the jackpot determination value data, and the symbol designation command "zA4" is used. Are associated with each other. Further, the symbol random values "50" to "55" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z4" and the symbol designation command "zA5". Further, the symbol random values "56" to "65" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z5" and the symbol designation command "zA6". Further, the symbol random values "66" to "79" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z6" and the symbol designation command "zA7". Further, the symbol random values "80" to "81" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z7" and the symbol designation command "zA8". Further, the symbol random values "82" to "86" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z8" and the symbol designation command "zA9". Further, the symbol random values "87" to "99" are associated with the hit selection symbol command "z9" and the symbol designation command "zA10".

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the second starting port 3440 is won and a big hit is won, the probability that the hit-time selection symbol command "z3" is selected is 50/100, and the hit-time selection symbol command "z3" is selected. The probability that "z4" is selected is 6/100, the probability that the hit selection symbol command "z5" is selected is 10/100, and the probability that the hit selection symbol command "z6" is selected is 14 /. It is 100, the probability that the hit selection symbol command "z7" is selected is 2/100, the probability that the hit selection symbol command "z8" is selected is 5/100, and the hit selection symbol command "z7" is selected. The probability that "z9" is selected is 13/100.

The symbol designation command "zA4" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 3" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA5" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 4" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA6" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 5" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA7" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "probability variation 6" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA8" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "normal 2" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA9" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "normal 3" of the second special symbol. Further, the symbol designation command "zA10" is a command corresponding to the jackpot symbol "normal 4" of the second special symbol.

Further, in the symbol determination table for the second starting port, the symbol designation command "zA11" is associated with the symbol random values "0" to "99" in the loss determination value data.

[Big hit type determination table]
The jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 58 is a table for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, the number of rounds, the probability variation flag, the time reduction flag, and the number of time reductions are associated with each hit time selection symbol command as the jackpot type.

More specifically, in the jackpot type determination table, when the hit selection symbol command "z0" is used, 6 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. ing. Further, in the case of the hit selection symbol command "z1", 6 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit time selection symbol command "z2", 6 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "0" and the time reduction flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit time selection symbol command "z3", 16 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit time selection symbol command "z4", 9 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit-time selection symbol command "z5", 6 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit-time selection symbol command "z6", three rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "1" and the time saving flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit selection symbol command "z7", 9 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "0" and the time reduction flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit selection symbol command "z8", 6 rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "0" and the time reduction flag "1" are associated with each other. Further, in the case of the hit selection symbol command "z9", three rounds are associated with each other as the number of rounds, and the probability variation flag "0" and the time reduction flag "1" are associated with each other.

As described above, in the present embodiment, when the hit selection symbol commands are "z0", "z1", "z3", "z4", "z5", and "z6", the game after the end of the big hit game state. The probabilistic state is selected as the state. In the present embodiment, the probabilistic state ends when the jackpot is won or the fall determination is won, and the game state is changed from the probable change state to the non-probable change state.

The time saving flag is stored in the main RAM 63, and is a flag indicating whether or not the time saving state is selected as the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, and is a flag indicating whether or not the time saving state is set. For example, when the value of the time saving flag is "0 (off)", it means that it is not in the time saving state (non-time saving state), and when the value of the time saving flag is "1 (on)", it means that it is in the time saving state. show. Whether or not the time is shortened is flag-managed by the main control circuit 60. As shown in FIG. 58, in the present embodiment, since the time saving flag "1" is associated with all the hit time selection symbol commands, the game is always (with a probability of 100/100) after the end of the big hit game state. As the state, a time saving state in which the number of time saving times is 30 is selected.

Here, the number of time reductions indicates the upper limit of the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the time reduction state started after the end of the big hit game state. In this embodiment, the time saving state ends when the probability change state ends, when a big hit is won, or when there is a change in the special symbol for the number of time saving times shown in the hit type determination table. , The game state shifts from the time saving state to the non-time saving state. Even if the fall determination is won and the probable change state is changed to the non-probable change state after the transition to the probable change state, the time saving state (that is, the electric support state) continues 30 times. That is, after the end of the big hit game state, the electric support state is guaranteed 30 times regardless of the probable change state or the non-probability change state. In addition, if 30 times have passed without winning the fall determination after shifting to the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state, the electric support state continues as it is (even after 31 times). In addition, if the electric support state continues after the 31st time, if the fall determination is won after that, the game state shifts from the probable change / time saving state to the non-probability change / non-time saving state, and the electric support state ends.

[Variation pattern determination table]
The variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 59 to 61 is a table for determining a variation pattern type and a variation pattern. In the fluctuation pattern determination table, the winning / failing (winning / failing type, that is, whether or not a big hit is won) and the special symbol type (the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by either the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440). The variation pattern type is selected based on the state (game state) and the number of fluctuations (the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the time-saving state started after the end of the jackpot gaming state), and the final is based on the selected variation pattern type. Fluctuation pattern is selected. The fluctuation pattern is composed of a pattern in the first half of the fluctuation pattern and a pattern in the second half of the fluctuation pattern.

More specifically, in the case where the result is wrong, the game state is normal (non-probability change) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440. In the case of a state and a non-time saving state, the fluctuation pattern types are normal fluctuation (code "00H"), pseudo 1 to pseudo 2 normal reach (code "01H"), and pseudo 1 to pseudo 2 SP (code "02H"). ) And four types of variation pattern types, pseudo 3 to pseudo 4 SP (code "03H"), are associated with each other. As for these fluctuation pattern types, any one of the fluctuation pattern types is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, these fluctuation pattern types are set so that they can be easily selected in the order of code "00H", code "01H", code "02H", and code "03H".

In addition, in the case where the result is wrong, the game state is probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first start port 32 or the second start port 3440. ), And when the number of fluctuations is other than the 10th, 20th, and 30th, the fluctuation pattern types are normal fluctuation (code "04H") and out-of-battle fluctuation (code "05H"). Two types of fluctuation patterns are associated with each other. As for these fluctuation pattern types, any one of the fluctuation pattern types is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, these fluctuation pattern types are set so that they can be easily selected in the order of the code "04H" and the code "05H".

In addition, in the case where the result is wrong, the game state is probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first start port 32 or the second start port 3440. ), And when the number of fluctuations is the 10th, 20th, and 30th, a variation pattern type called a special battle variation (code "06H") is associated with the variation pattern type.

In addition, in the case where the result is wrong, the game state is shortened (non-probability change state and time shortened state) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440. ), And when the number of fluctuations is other than the 10th, 20th, and 30th, the fluctuation pattern types are normal fluctuation (code "04H") and out-of-battle fluctuation (code "05H"). Two types of fluctuation patterns are associated with each other. As for these fluctuation pattern types, any one of the fluctuation pattern types is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, these fluctuation pattern types are set so that they can be easily selected in the order of the code "04H" and the code "05H".

In addition, when the result is wrong, the game state is shortened (non-probability change state and time reduction) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32 or the second starting port 3440. In the case of the state), when the number of fluctuations is the 10th, 20th, and 30th, a fluctuation pattern type called a special battle variation (code “06H”) is associated with the variation pattern type.

In addition, when the result is wrong, the game state falls (in the probable change state, the fall is determined) regardless of whether the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first start port 32 or the second start port 3440. In the case of the winning state), a variation pattern type called a special battle variation (code “06H”) is associated with the variation pattern type.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit (big hit), the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32, and the gaming state is normal (non-probability change state and non-time saving state). In this case, as the fluctuation pattern type, two types of fluctuation pattern types, that is, a normal fluctuation hit (code "07H") and a pseudo 1 to pseudo 4 hit (code "08H"), are associated with each other. As for these fluctuation pattern types, any one of the fluctuation pattern types is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, these fluctuation pattern types are set so that they can be easily selected in the order of the code "08H" and the code "07H".

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit, the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32, and the gaming state is the probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) and the time reduction (non-probability change state). And in the case of a fall (a state in which the fall judgment is won in the probable change state), and the number of fluctuations is other than the 10th, 20th, 30th, and 31st times, the winning battle is selected as the fluctuation pattern type. A variation pattern type called variation (code “09H”) is associated with it.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit, the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the first starting port 32, and the gaming state is the probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) and the time reduction (non-probability change state). And in the case of a fall (a state in which the fall judgment is won in the probable change state), and the number of fluctuations is from the 10th, 20th, 30th, and 31st times, the special battle fluctuation is used as the fluctuation pattern type. A variation pattern type called hit (code "0AH") is associated.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit (big hit), the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the second starting port 3440, and the gaming state is normal (non-probability change state and non-time saving state). In this case, as the fluctuation pattern type, two types of fluctuation pattern types, that is, a normal fluctuation hit (code "07H") and a pseudo 1 to pseudo 4 hit (code "08H"), are associated with each other. As for these fluctuation pattern types, any one of the fluctuation pattern types is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, these fluctuation pattern types are set so that they can be easily selected in the order of the code "08H" and the code "07H".

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit, the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the second starting port 3440, and the gaming state is the probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) and the time reduction (non-probability change state). And in the case of a fall (a state in which the fall judgment is won in the probable change state), and the number of fluctuations is other than the 10th, 20th, 30th, and 31st times, the winning battle is selected as the fluctuation pattern type. A variation pattern type called variation (code “09H”) is associated with it.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a hit, the lottery result of the special symbol is triggered by the winning of the second starting port 3440, and the gaming state is the probable change time reduction (probability change state and time reduction state) and the time reduction (non-probability change state). And in the case of a fall (a state in which the fall judgment is won in the probable change state), and the number of fluctuations is from the 10th, 20th, 30th, and 31st times, the special battle fluctuation is used as the fluctuation pattern type. A variation pattern type called hit (code "0AH") is associated.

In this way, in the fluctuation pattern determination table, the final fluctuation pattern (first half pattern and second half pattern) is associated with the fluctuation pattern type selected based on the jackpot hit / miss, special figure type, state, and number of fluctuations. Has been done.

More specifically, when the fluctuation pattern type is normal fluctuation (code "00H"), the fluctuation patterns include the first half pattern "00H" and the second half pattern "00H" to "01H". Are associated with each other. As for the pattern in the latter half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the latter half is set so that the pattern “00H” and the pattern “01H” can be easily selected in this order.

When the variation pattern type is pseudo 1 to pseudo 2 normal reach (code "01H"), the variation patterns include the first half pattern "01H" to "02H" and the second half pattern "02H". Are associated with each other. As for the pattern in the first half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern “01H” and the pattern “02H” can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is pseudo 1 to pseudo 2 SP (code "02H"), the fluctuation patterns include the first half pattern "01H" to "02H" and the second half pattern "03H". It is associated. As for the pattern in the first half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern “01H” and the pattern “02H” can be easily selected in this order.

When the variation pattern type is pseudo 3 to pseudo 4SP (code "03H"), the variation patterns include the first half pattern "03H" to "04H" and the second half pattern "03H". It is associated. As for the pattern in the first half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern “03H” and the pattern “04H” can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is normal fluctuation (code "04H"), the first half pattern "00H" and the second half pattern "04H" to "05H" are associated with each other as the fluctuation pattern. ing. As for the pattern in the latter half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the latter half is set so that the pattern “04H” and the pattern “05H” can be easily selected in this order.

Further, when the fluctuation pattern type is an out-of-battle battle fluctuation (code "05H"), the fluctuation patterns are the patterns "01H" to "04H" in the first half and the patterns "06H" to "07H" in the second half. , Are associated with each other. As for the patterns of the first half portion and the second half portion, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern "01H", the pattern "02H", the pattern "03H", and the pattern "04H" can be easily selected in this order. Further, the pattern in the latter half is set so that the pattern "06H" and the pattern "07H" can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is a special battle fluctuation (code "06H"), the patterns "01H" to "04H" in the first half and the patterns "08H" in the second half are associated with each other as the fluctuation pattern. Has been done. As for the pattern in the first half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern "01H", the pattern "02H", the pattern "03H", and the pattern "04H" can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is normal fluctuation per (code "07H"), the fluctuation pattern is associated with the pattern "00H" in the first half portion and the pattern "0CH" in the second half portion.

When the variation pattern type is pseudo 1 to pseudo 4 (code "08H"), the variation patterns are the patterns "01H" to "04H" in the first half and the patterns "09H" to "09H" in the second half. 0BH ”is associated with. As for the patterns of the first half portion and the second half portion, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern "04H", the pattern "03H", the pattern "02H", and the pattern "01H" can be easily selected in this order. Further, the pattern in the latter half is set so that the pattern "0BH", the pattern "0AH", and the pattern "09H" can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is a winning battle fluctuation (code "09H"), the fluctuation patterns are the patterns "01H" to "04H" in the first half and the patterns "0DH" to "10H" in the second half. , Are associated with each other. As for the patterns of the first half portion and the second half portion, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern "04H", the pattern "03H", the pattern "02H", and the pattern "01H" can be easily selected in this order. Further, the pattern in the latter half is set so that the pattern "10H", the pattern "0FH", the pattern "0EH", and the pattern "0DH" can be easily selected in this order.

When the fluctuation pattern type is per special battle fluctuation (code "0AH"), the fluctuation patterns correspond to the patterns "01H" to "04H" in the first half and the patterns "11H" in the second half. It is attached. As for the pattern in the first half, any one type of pattern is selected by a predetermined lottery. Although detailed illustration is omitted, the pattern in the first half is set so that the pattern "04H", the pattern "03H", the pattern "02H", and the pattern "01H" can be easily selected in this order.

As described above, the pattern of the first half portion of the fluctuation pattern is divided into the patterns "00H" to "04H" as described above. The contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the first half and the fluctuation time (ms) are associated with the patterns "00H" to "04H", respectively.

More specifically, the pattern "00H" in the first half is associated with a fluctuation time of 0 ms. Further, the pattern "01H" in the first half is associated with pseudo 1 and a fluctuation time of 11000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the first half. Further, the pattern "02H" in the first half is associated with pseudo 2 and a fluctuation time of 32000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the first half. Further, the pattern "03H" in the first half is associated with pseudo 3 and a fluctuation time of 50,000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the first half. Further, the pattern "04H" in the first half is associated with a pseudo 4 and a fluctuation time of 67,000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the first half.

Further, the pattern of the latter half of the fluctuation pattern is divided into patterns "00H" to "11H" as described above. In the patterns "00H" to "11H", the content of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half and the fluctuation time (ms) are associated with each other.

More specifically, the pattern "00H" in the latter half is associated with the low-probability variation (1) and the variation time of 4000 ms as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "01H" in the latter half is associated with the low-probability variation (2) and the variation time of 8000 ms as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "02H" in the latter half is associated with the deviation from the normal reach and the fluctuation time of 10000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "03H" in the latter half is associated with the SP reach deviation and the fluctuation time of 40,000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "04H" in the latter half is associated with the variation (1) of the probability variation time reduction and the variation time of 1300 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "05H" in the latter half is associated with the variation (2) of the probability variation time reduction and the variation time of 3000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "06H" in the latter half is associated with the battle loss 1 of the probability variation time reduction and the variation time of 40,000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type of the latter half. Further, the pattern "07H" in the latter half is associated with the battle loss 2 of the probability variation time reduction and the variation time of 60,000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type of the latter half. Further, the pattern "08H" in the latter half is associated with the special battle reach loss of the probability variation time reduction and the variation time of 65,000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type in the latter half.

Further, the pattern "09H" in the latter half is associated with the SP reach per as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half and the variation time of 75,000 ms. Further, the pattern "0AH" in the latter half is associated with the SP reach loss → SSP reach per as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half, and the variation time of 183000 ms. Further, the pattern "0BH" in the latter half is associated with normal variation → per SSP reach and a variation time of 114,000 ms as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "0CH" in the latter half is associated with a direct hit and a fluctuation time of 8000 ms as the contents of the variation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "0DH" in the latter half is associated with the early stage of the battle and the fluctuation time of 31000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "0EH" in the latter half is associated with the middle part of the battle and the fluctuation time of 42000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "0FH" in the latter half is associated with the end of the battle and the fluctuation time of 94000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "10H" in the latter half is associated with a battle reversal hit and a fluctuation time of 110,000 ms as the contents of the fluctuation pattern type in the latter half. Further, the pattern "11H" in the latter half is associated with a special battle reach per as the content of the variation pattern type in the latter half and a variation time of 66000 ms. It should be noted that these fluctuation patterns are examples, and it is not necessary to divide the fluctuation patterns into the first half and the second half. Further, the types of various patterns in the first half and the latter half may be more or less than this. The reason for dividing the fluctuation pattern into the first half and the second half is that it is possible to have more types with a smaller amount of data than when the fluctuation pattern types are not divided.

Next, various tables stored in the program ROM 72 of the sub-control circuit 70 will be described.

[Sub-variation pattern determination table]
The sub-variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 62 is a table for determining a sub-variation pattern number based on the variation pattern type and variation pattern (main variation pattern) determined by the main CPU 61. In the sub-variation pattern determination table, a sub-variation pattern number is associated with each variation pattern command (code) received by the sub CPU 71 from the main CPU 61.

More specifically, when the main fluctuation pattern type is "00H" to "03H", that is, the main fluctuation pattern type is the normal gaming state (non-probability variation / non-time saving gaming state), and the result is wrong. In some cases, "1" to "8" are associated with the sub-variation pattern number.

In addition, when the main fluctuation pattern type is "04H" to "06H", that is, the main fluctuation pattern type is a probabilistic / short-time game state, a non-probable change / short-time game state, or a state in which a fall lottery is won (in other words, in other words). For example, in the case of at least a probabilistic game state), if the result is wrong, "9" to "22" are associated with the sub-variation pattern number.

In this way, in the case where the reach effect of the battle system is performed and the result is wrong, "11" to "22" are selected as the sub-variation pattern numbers.

Further, when the main fluctuation pattern type is "07H" to "08H", that is, when the main fluctuation pattern type is a normal gaming state (non-probability / non-time saving gaming state) and the result is correct or not. , "23" to "35" are associated with the sub-variation pattern number.

In addition, when the main fluctuation pattern type is "09H" to "0AH", that is, the main fluctuation pattern type is a probabilistic / time-saving game state, a non-probability / time-saving game state, or a state in which a fall lottery is won (in other words, in other words). For example, if it is at least a probabilistic game state) and the result is a hit, "36" to "55" are associated with the sub-variation pattern number.

In this way, in the case where the reach effect of the battle system is performed and the result is correct, "36" to "55" are selected as the sub-variation pattern numbers.

[Holding character determination table]
The reserved character determination table shown in FIG. 63 is a character reserved image (reserved image) when the character reserved image (reserved image) is displayed according to the start memory of the first special symbol in the normal game state (non-probability / non-time saving game state). It is a table for determining a character (holding character) indicated by a holding image. In the reserved character determination table, the reserved character (determined character) determined for each sub-variable pattern number determined with reference to the sub-variable pattern determination table and a predetermined random number range ("0" to "99"). The lottery value information for determining the determined character based on the lottery value extracted from (lottery) is defined.

As the determined character, first, a normal character, a chance character, or a confirmed character is determined by a predetermined lottery.

When a normal character is determined as the determined character in this way, among the normal characters (holding character A, holding character B, holding character C, holding character D, holding character E, and holding character F), the currently holding character is currently held. One reserved character that does not overlap with the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the display area 610 and the character display area 600 is randomly determined by a predetermined lottery.

If a chance character is determined as the determined character, the character reserved image currently displayed in the currently reserved character display area 610 and the character display area 600 among the chance characters (reserved character G and reserved character H) is determined. One reserved character that does not overlap with the reserved character indicated by is randomly determined by a predetermined lottery. When the character hold image showing the hold character G and the hold character H is currently displayed in the hold character display area 610 or the character display area 600 (that is, both the hold character G and the hold character H are displayed). In the case), the decision of the chance character is canceled, and the normal character is determined as the determined character.

Further, when a confirmed character (reserved character I) is selected as the determined character, and a character reserved image indicating the reserved character I is currently displayed in the reserved character display area 610 or the character display area 600. The determination of the confirmed character (reserved character I) is canceled, and the normal character is determined as the determined character.

Further, in the reserved character determination table, a number (determined character number) is associated with one determined reserved character. The determined character number is defined as a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the character.

More specifically, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 1, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 100/100 by lottery, and one of "1A" to "1F" is determined as the determined character number. Will be done. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 2, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 100/100 by lottery, and any of "2A" to "2F" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 3, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 100/100 by lottery, and any of "3A" to "3F" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 4, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 100/100 by lottery, and any of "4A" to "4F" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 5, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 99/100 by lottery, and any of "5A" to "5F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 1/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "5G" to "5H" is determined as a determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 6, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 95/100 by lottery, and any of "6A" to "6F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 5/100, a chance character is determined as the determined character, and one of "6G" to "6H" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 7, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 90/100 by lottery, and any of "7A" to "7F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 10/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "7G" to "7H" is determined as a determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 8, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 75/100 by lottery, and any of "8A" to "8F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 25/100, a chance character is determined as the determined character, and one of "8G" to "8H" is determined as the determined character number.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 23, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 50/100 by lottery, and any of "23A" to "23F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, A chance character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 30/100, one of "23G" to "23H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100. Then, "23I" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 24, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 90/100 by lottery, and any of "24A" to "24F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 10/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "24G" to "24H" is determined as a determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 25, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 85/100 by lottery, and any of "25A" to "25F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 15/100, a chance character is determined as the determined character, and one of "25G" to "25H" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 26, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 80/100 by lottery, and any of "26A" to "26F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 20/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "26G" to "26H" is determined as a determined character number.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 27, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 90/100 by lottery, and any of "27A" to "27F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 10/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "27G" to "27H" is determined as a determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 28, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 85/100 by lottery, and any of "28A" to "28F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 15/100, a chance character is determined as the determined character, and one of "28G" to "28H" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 29, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 80/100 by lottery, and any of "29A" to "29F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 20/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, and one of "29G" to "29H" is determined as a determined character number.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 30, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 50/100 by lottery, and any of "30A" to "30F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, A chance character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 30/100, one of "30G" to "30H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100. Then, "30I" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 31, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 50/100 by lottery, and any of "31A" to "31F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, A chance character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 30/100, one of "31G" to "31H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100. Then, "31I" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 32, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 50/100 by lottery, and any of "32A" to "32F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, A chance character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 30/100, one of "32G" to "32H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100. Then, "32I" is determined as the determined character number.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 33, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100 by lottery, and any of "33A" to "33F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 75/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, one of "33G" to "33H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 5/100. Then, "33I" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 34, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100 by lottery, and any of "34A" to "34F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 75/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, one of "34G" to "34H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 5/100. Then, "34I" is determined as the determined character number. Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 35, a normal character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 20/100 by lottery, and any of "35A" to "35F" is determined as the determined character number, and at the same time, With a probability of 75/100, a chance character is determined as a determined character, one of "35G" to "35H" is determined as a determined character number, and a confirmed character is determined as a determined character with a probability of 5/100. Then, "35I" is determined as the determined character number.

[Status determination table]
The status determination table shown in FIG. 64 is a character hold image (hold image) when the character hold image (hold image) is displayed according to the start memory of the first special symbol in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state). It is a table for determining the status of the reserved character shown in the image. In the status determination table, the values of "HP" (hit points) and "MP" (magic power) are associated with each determined character number determined by referring to the reserved character determination table.

More specifically, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character A (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character A). In the case of "1A", "2A", "3A" or "5A", any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) as the value of "HP". At the same time, "0" is determined as the value of "MP". When it is "4A" or "6A", any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. When it is "7A" or "8A", any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. When it is "23A", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24A", "25A" or "26A", any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "27A", "28A" or "29A", any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. When it is "30A", "31A" or "32A", any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". 0 "is determined. When it is "33A", "34A" or "35A", any one of "500" to "999" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". 0 "is determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character A (that is, a warrior), the larger the value of "HP", the bigger the hit. It is stipulated that a reach production with a high degree of expectation will be performed. Further, the value of "MP" (with some exceptions) is specified to be "0" regardless of the content of the reach effect. Further, a value larger than "700" as "HP" is specified to be displayed only when it is a big hit. In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a warrior, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the value of "HP", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a warrior and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character B (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character B), "1B". , "2B", "3B" or "5B", any of "1" to "100" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) as the value of "HP", and " Any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "MP". When it is "4B" or "6B", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "100" to "100" is determined as the value of "MP". Any of "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "7B" or "8B", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "200" to "200" as the value of "MP". Any of "700" is randomly determined. When it is "23B", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". When it is "24B", "25B" or "26B", the value of "HP" and any of "1" to "100" are randomly determined, and the value of "MP" is "MP". Any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "27B", "28B" or "29B", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined. When it is "30B", "31B" or "32B", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". Any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "33B", "34B" or "35B", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any one of "500" to "999" is randomly determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character B (that is, a witch), the larger the value of "MP", the bigger the hit. It is stipulated that a reach production with a high degree of expectation will be performed. Also, the value of "HP" (with some exceptions) is specified to be any of "1" to "100" (that is, a very small value) regardless of the content of the reach effect. ing. Further, a value larger than "700" as "MP" is specified to be displayed only when it is a big hit. In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a witch, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the value of "MP", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a witch and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character C (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character C), "1C". , "2C", "3C" or "5C", any of "1" to "300" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) as the value of "HP", and " "0" is determined as the value of "MP". When it is "4C" or "6C", any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. When it is "7C" or "8C", any of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. When it is "23C", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24C", "25C" or "26C", any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "27C", "28C" or "29C", any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "30C", "31C" or "32C", any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "33C", "34C" or "35C", any one of "500" to "999" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character C (that is, a warrior), the larger the value of "HP", the more. It is stipulated that a reach production with high expectations for big hits will be performed. Further, the value of "MP" (with some exceptions) is specified to be "0" regardless of the content of the reach effect. Further, a value larger than "700" as "HP" is specified to be displayed only when it is a big hit. In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a fighter, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the value of "HP", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

In addition, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a warrior and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. , So-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character D (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character D), "1D , "2D", "3D" or "5D", any of "1" to "100" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) as the value of "HP", and " Any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "4D" or "6D", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "100" to "100" is determined as the value of "MP". Any of "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "7D" or "8D", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "200" to "200" as the value of "MP". Any of "700" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "23D", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24D", "25D" or "26D", the value of "HP" and any of "1" to "100" are randomly determined, and the value of "MP" is "MP". Any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "27D", "28D" or "29D", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "30D", "31D" or "32D", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "33D", "34D" or "35D", any one of "1" to "100" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any one of "500" to "999" is randomly determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character D (that is, a monk), the larger the value of "MP", the bigger the hit. It is stipulated that a reach production with a high degree of expectation will be performed. Also, the value of "HP" (with some exceptions) is specified to be any of "1" to "100" (that is, a very small value) regardless of the content of the reach effect. ing. Further, a value larger than "700" as "MP" is specified to be displayed only when it is a big hit. In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a monk, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the value of "MP", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a monk and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character E (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character E), "1E". , "2E", "3E" or "5E", any of "300" to "900" as the value of "HP" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) and " Any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "4E" or "6E", any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "100" to "100" as the value of "MP". Any of "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "7E" or "8E", any one of "300" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "300" to "300" is determined as the value of "MP". Any of "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "23E", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24E", "25E" or "26E", the value of "HP" and any of "200" to "700" are randomly determined, and the value of "MP" is "MP". Any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined. When it is "27E", "28E", or "29E", any one of "200" to "700" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". Any one of "100" to "500" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "30E", "31E" or "32E", any one of "300" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". Any of "300" to "500" is randomly determined. When it is "33E", "34E", or "35E", any one of "800" to "900" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". Any of "800" to "900" is randomly determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character E (that is, a knight), the values of "HP" and "MP" are set. It is stipulated that the closer it is, the higher the expectation of a big hit will be.

For example, in the case of the determined character number 3E (pseudo 1 loss), "HP" is determined from the range of values of "300" to "900", while "MP" is ("300" to "300" of "HP"). It is determined from the range of values from "0" to "300" (which is different from the range of values of "900"). On the other hand, in the case of the determined character number 33E (per pseudo 4), "HP" is determined from the range of values from "800" to "900", while "MP" is ("HP" "" It is determined from the range of values of "800" to "900", which is the same as the range of values of "800" to "900".

According to the range setting of the values of "HP" and "MP" as described above, the difference between the values of "HP" and "MP" in Pseudo 1 (difference in the value of Pseudo 1) and the "HP in Pseudo 4". When comparing the difference between the values of "MP" and "MP" (difference in the value of pseudo 4), the difference in the value of pseudo 4 tends to be smaller than the difference in the value of pseudo 1. That is, in other words, the difference between the values of "HP" and "MP" when the reach effect with high expectation of big hit is performed is "HP" and "HP" when the reach effect with low expectation of big hit is performed. It tends to be smaller than the difference between the values of "MP".

In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a knight, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the difference between the values of "HP" and "MP" (closeness of the values to each other). , It is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a knight and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character F (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character F), "1F". , "2F", "3F" or "5F", any one of "50" to "500" as the value of "HP" is randomly determined (by a predetermined lottery) and " "0" is determined as the value of "MP". When it is "4F" or "6F", any of "30" to "400" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. When it is "7F" or "8F", any one of "1" to "250" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "0" is determined as the value of "MP". Will be done. Further, in the case of "23F", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24F", "25F" or "26F", any one of "1" to "500" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "27F", "28F" or "29F", any one of "1" to "400" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "30F", "31F" or "32F", any one of "1" to "300" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set to "MP". 0 "is determined. Further, in the case of "33F", "34F" or "35F", any one of "1" to "200" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "MP" is set as the value of "MP". 0 "is determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character F (that is, a zombie), the smaller the value of "HP", the bigger the hit. It is stipulated that a reach production with a high degree of expectation will be performed. Further, the value of "MP" (with some exceptions) is specified to be "0" regardless of the content of the reach effect. In this way, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is a zombie, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of a big hit based on the value of "HP", and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

Further, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is a zombie and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character G (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character G), "1G". In the case of "8G", any one of "100" to "899" is randomly determined as the value of "HP" (by a predetermined lottery), and "100" is set as the value of "MP". -Any of "899" is randomly determined. Further, in the case of "23G", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24G" to "35G", any one of "1" to "999" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "1" to "MP" is determined as the value of "MP". Any of "999" is randomly determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character G (that is, the wise man), the values of "HP" and "MP" are set. It is stipulated that the larger the size, the higher the expectation of a big hit will be. Further, the reserved character G is set so that it is difficult to be selected in the case of an outlier. That is, if the character on hold shown in the character hold image is a wise man, it can be suggested that there is a high possibility that the character will be a big hit regardless of the size of the values of "HP" and "MP". Can enhance the interest of.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a wise man and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of both "HP" and "MP" are "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character H (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character H), "1H". In the case of "8H", any of "100" to "899" is randomly determined as the value of "HP" (by a predetermined lottery), and "100" is set as the value of "MP". -Any of "899" is randomly determined. When it is "23H", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". Further, in the case of "24H" to "35H", any one of "1" to "999" is randomly determined as the value of "HP", and "1" to "MP" is determined as the value of "MP". Any of "999" is randomly determined.

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character H (that is, the hero), the values of "HP" and "MP" are set. It is stipulated that the larger the size, the higher the expectation of a big hit will be. Further, the reserved character H is set so that it is difficult to be selected in the case of an outlier. That is, when the character on hold shown in the character hold image is a hero, it can be suggested that there is a high possibility that the character will be a big hit regardless of the size of the values of "HP" and "MP". Can enhance the interest of.

Further, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a hero and the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", a big hit is notified without going through various reach effects. It is a so-called direct hit. In this way, when the values of "HP" and "MP" are both "777", the effect having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Further, when the determined character number is a combination of the value of the sub-variation pattern number and the name of the reserved character I (that is, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character I), "23I" In the case of "35I", "777" is determined as the value of "HP" and "777" is determined as the value of "MP". That is, in other words, when the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image is the reserved character I, "777" is always determined as the value of "HP" and "MP".

In this way, in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), when the hold character indicated by the character hold image is the hold character I (that is, God), the values of "HP" and "MP" are set. Both will be "777", which will be a big hit. In this way, when the reserved character shown in the character reserved image is a god, it can be suggested that the jackpot has been confirmed, and the interest of the player can be enhanced.

In addition, regardless of the determined character number, if it is out of order, the value of "HP" becomes doublet (for example, "111"), or it is the same as the value of "MP". If it becomes, the lottery is performed again and the value of "HP" is newly determined. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the interest of the player due to the loss even though the expectation of a big hit is given. Further, in the case of a big hit, if the value of "HP" becomes doublet (unlike the case of getting out), the value as it is is determined as "HP".

As described above, in the gaming machine according to the present embodiment, "HP" is determined for each character indicated by the character hold image (hold image) based on the characteristics of the character (occupation, type of the character itself, etc.). The tendency of the values of "MP" and "MP" is different, and the conditions indicating the expectation of the jackpot are different (for example, in the case of a warrior, the larger the value of "HP" is, the higher the expectation of the jackpot is. If you are a witch, the higher the "MP" value, the higher the expectation of a big hit, etc.). In this way, it is possible to make various ways of showing the effect based on which character is displayed as the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

[Level determination table, level-up production]
FIGS. 65 to 67 show a level determination table on the left side of the paper and an example of an effect performed based on the matters determined with reference to the level determination table on the right side of the paper. The level determination table is a table for determining the effect stage number and the final level in the level-up effect performed together with the pseudo-ren. The effect stage number defines the mode background displayed together with the pseudo-ream and the order thereof among the mode backgrounds 1 to 5. The final level is a level that is finally displayed when the level of the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image rises. The level of the reserved character is displayed on the level display unit 2100 of the liquid crystal display device 4. The state in which the level of the reserved character rises is displayed by increasing the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 of the liquid crystal display device 4.

The level-up effect is indicated by the character hold image when the character hold image (hold image) is displayed according to the start memory of the first special symbol in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state). It is an effect that raises the level of the reserved character at a predetermined timing (an effect that raises the level of the reserved character). The level-up effect is performed together with the pseudo-ren as described above. Further, the predetermined timing for raising the level is set according to the transition of the mode backgrounds 1 to 5 displayed when the effect mode is the normal mode.

A total of nine predetermined timings for raising the level are provided. Specifically, as a predetermined timing for raising the level, while the mode background 1 (normally 1 (town)) is displayed (mode background 1 is being executed), the mode background 1 to the mode background 2 (normally 2 (outside)) are displayed. )) During the transition (when transitioning from mode background 1 to 2), while mode background 2 is displayed (mode background 2 is being executed), from mode background 2 to mode background 3 (normally 3 (dungeon 1F)). During the transition (during the transition from mode background 2 to 3), while the mode background 3 is displayed (mode background 3 is being executed), and during the transition from the mode background 3 to the mode background 4 (normal 4 (dungeon 2F)) (during the transition). Mode background 3 to 4 transition), mode background 4 is displayed (mode background 4 is being executed), mode background 4 is transitioning to mode background 5 (mode background 4 to 5 transition), and mode While the background 5 (normal 5 (normal boss)) is displayed (mode background 5 is being executed), is provided.

In these 9 timings in total, the specific mode (timing and how to raise the level) to raise the level is determined by referring to the level determination table, and the effect stage number and the character hold image. It is determined according to the growth type of the reserved character (balanced type, middle type, latter half type, special type or definite type) indicated by.

In the level determination table, each sub-variation pattern number determined by referring to the sub-variation pattern determination table is extracted (lottery) from the effect stage number, the final level, and a predetermined random number range (“0” to “99”). ) The effect stage number and the lottery value information for determining the final level based on the lottery value are specified. In this way, by referring to the level determination table, the effect stage number and the final level of the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image are determined.

Specifically, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 1 (normal variation), the mode background 1 is determined as the production stage with a probability of 99/100, and any of "1" to "10" is predetermined as the final level. It is decided at random by the lottery. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage, and "1" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 2 (normal variation), the mode background 1 is determined as the effect stage with a probability of 99/100, and any of "1" to "10" is randomly determined as the final level. Random. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage, and "1" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 3 (pseudo 1 normal loss), there is a 100/100 probability that the mode backgrounds 1 and 2 (specifically, 1 and 2 are the order of arrangement of these numerical values) as the production stage. , The order in which the mode backgrounds shift is shown. The same shall apply hereinafter.) Is determined, and any of "20" to "39" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 4 (pseudo 2 normal loss), mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 100/100, and any of "40" to "59" is determined as the final level. Is randomly determined.

Further, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 5 (pseudo 1SP loss), mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 90/100, and any of "20" to "39" is random as the final level. Will be decided. Further, with a probability of 10/100, the mode backgrounds 2 and 3 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "40" to "59" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of sub-variation pattern number 6 (pseudo 2SP loss), mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 80/100, and any of "40" to "59" is determined as the final level. Is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 20/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "60" to "79" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 7 (pseudo 3SP loss), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 50/100, and the final level is "60" to "79". Either is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 50/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "80" to "98" is randomly determined as the final level. If "77" is determined (winning) as the final level, a lottery will be conducted again to determine a new final level. As a result, even though the final level becomes a numerical value suggesting a big hit and gives a feeling of expectation of a big hit, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the interest of the player due to the deviation.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 8 (pseudo 4SP loss), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 100/100, and the final levels are "80" to "98". "Is determined at random. If "77" is determined (winning) as the final level, a lottery will be conducted again to determine a new final level. As a result, even though the final level becomes a numerical value suggesting a big hit and gives a feeling of expectation of a big hit, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the interest of the player due to the deviation.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 23 (direct hit), the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage and "1" is determined as the final level with a probability of 80/100. Further, with a probability of 10/100, the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage, and "77" is determined as the final level. Further, with a probability of 10/100, the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage, and "99" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 24 (per pseudo 1SP), the mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 90/100, and any of "20" to "49" is random as the final level. Will be decided. Further, with a probability of 10/100, mode backgrounds 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage, and any of "40" to "69" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 25 (per pseudo 1SP loss SSP), the mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 85/100, and any of "20" to "49" is determined as the final level. Is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 15/100, the mode backgrounds 2 and 3 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "40" to "69" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 26 (per pseudo 1 normal SSP), the mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 80/100, and any of "20" to "49" is determined as the final level. Is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 20/100, the mode backgrounds 2 and 3 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "40" to "69" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 27 (per pseudo 2SP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 90/100, and any of "40" to "69" is determined as the final level. Is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 10/100, mode backgrounds 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the production stage, and any of "60" to "89" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 28 (per pseudo 2SP loss SSP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 85/100, and the final levels are "40" to "69". Either is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 15/100, mode backgrounds 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "60" to "89" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 29 (per pseudo 2 normal SSP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 80/100, and the final levels are "40" to "69". Either is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 20/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "60" to "89" is randomly determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 30 (per pseudo 3SP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the production stages with a probability of 50/100, and the final levels are "60" to "89". Either is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 49/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "80" to "98" is randomly determined as the final level. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and "77" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 31 (per pseudo 3SP loss SSP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 50/100, and the final levels are "60" to "89". "Is determined at random. Further, with a probability of 49/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "80" to "98" is randomly determined as the final level. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and "77" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 32 (per pseudo 3 normal SSP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 50/100, and the final levels are "60" to "79". "Is determined at random. Further, with a probability of 49/100, the mode backgrounds 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the effect stage, and any of "80" to "98" is randomly determined as the final level. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the effect stage, and "77" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 33 (per pseudo 4SP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 99/100, and the final levels are "80" to "99". "Is determined at random. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 are determined as the effect stage, and "99" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 34 (per pseudo 4SP loss SSP), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 99/100, and the final level is "80" to "80". Any of "99" is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 are determined as the effect stage, and "99" is determined as the final level.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 35 (pseudo 4 normal hit), the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined as the production stage with a probability of 99/100, and the final levels are "80" to "". Any of "99" is randomly determined. Further, with a probability of 1/100, the mode backgrounds 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 are determined as the effect stage, and "99" is determined as the final level.

In this way, when the effect stage number of the reserved character is determined, the specific timing (more specifically, the specific mode background for raising the level and the total number of times for raising the level) is determined.

For example, when the mode background 1 is determined as the effect stage, it is determined to raise the level during the mode background 1 execution (that is, only once). When mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined, the level can be raised to (that is, a total of 3 times) during mode background 1 execution, mode 1 to 2 transition, and mode background 2 execution. It is determined. When the mode backgrounds 1, 2 and 3 are determined, the mode background 1 is being executed, the mode 1 to 2 is being executed, the mode background 2 is being executed, the mode 2 to 3 is being executed, and the mode background 3 is being executed. During execution, it is determined to raise the level to (ie, a total of 5 times). When the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3 and 4 are determined, the mode background 1 is being executed, the mode 1 to 2 is being transitioned, the mode background 2 is being executed, and the mode 2 is being transitioned to 3. It is determined that the level is raised during background 3 execution, mode 3 to 4 transition, and mode background 4 execution (that is, a total of 7 times). When the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are determined, the mode background 1 is being executed, the mode 1 to 2 is being transitioned, the mode background 2 is being executed, and the mode 2 to 3 is being transitioned. , Mode background 3 is running, mode 3 to 4 transition, mode background 4 is running, mode 4 to 5 is transitioning, mode background 5 is running, and the level is raised (that is, 9 times in total). Is decided. When the effect stage number is determined in this way, the level is raised while the determined mode background is being executed and during the transition of the mode background. It should be noted that the level may not be raised at all level rise timings. For example, when mode backgrounds 1 and 2 are determined, the result of not increasing is displayed by executing the effect of raising or not raising the level while mode background 1 is being executed, and the level is raised when shifting from mode 1 to 2, and the mode background is set. 2 It may be raised during execution, and the level may be raised twice in total. If the final level finally determined is displayed, the timing at which the level rises can be appropriately designed.

In this way, when the effect stage number of the reserved character is determined, the specific mode background for raising the level of the reserved character and the total number of times for raising the level are determined.

In addition, once the specific mode background for raising the level of the reserved character and the total number of times to raise the level are determined, the specific method of raising the level is the growth type of the reserved character (balanced type, midfield type) shown in the character reserved image. , Late type, special type or definite type). Information on the growth type of the reserved character is preset for each reserved character determined by referring to the reserved character determination table. Specifically, the growth type of the reserved character A (warrior) and the reserved character D (monk) is set as a balanced type. In addition, the growth type of the reserved character B (witch) and the reserved character E (knight) is set as the middle stage type. In addition, the growth type of the reserved character C (warrior) and the reserved character F (zombie) is set as the latter half type. In addition, the growth type of the reserved character G (sage) and the reserved character H (hero) is set as a special type. In addition, the growth type of the reserved character I (God) is set as a definite type.

In the following, a specific method of raising the level of the reserved character according to the growth type will be described by taking up the case of the sub-variation pattern number 26 among the production examples shown on the right side of the paper in FIGS. 65 to 67. In this case, it is assumed that the mode backgrounds 1 and 2 (that is, the total number of times to raise the level is 3 times) are determined as the effect stage, and "48" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery.

In this example, when a balanced holding character (holding character A or holding character D) is determined as the growth type, as a specific method of raising the level, mode background 1 is being executed and modes 1 to 2 are executed. The final level "48" is reached by raising the level on average over a total of three timings, that is, at the time of transition and during the mode background 2 execution. That is, the numerical value 16 obtained by dividing the numerical value 48 of the final level by the numerical value 3 of the total number of times to raise the level becomes the level to be raised at one timing. As a result, in this example, the level rises to "16" during mode 1 execution, the level further rises to "32" when shifting from mode 1 to 2, and the level rises further to "32" during mode background 2 execution. 48 ”(ie, the final level).

In the above example, the numerical values of the levels to be raised per time are the same at the timing of a total of three times, but they may be different. That is, the balance type reserved character as a growth type may be set so that the level rises on average at a predetermined number of times.

Next, if a midfield type reserved character (reserved character B and reserved character E) is determined as the growth type, as a specific method of raising the level, mode background 1 is being executed and mode 1 to 2 are being transitioned. And, the level is raised in the middle of the timing of 3 times in total, that is, the mode background 2 is being executed, and the final level "48" is reached. That is, the level rises to "48" (that is, the final level) at the second timing (during the transition from mode 1 to 2) out of the total of three timings.

In the above example, the level is raised only by the second timing (mid-stage timing) in the total of three timings, but the level may be raised a little at the first and third timings. ..

Next, when the latter half type reserved characters (reserved character C and reserved character F) are determined as the growth type, as a specific method of raising the level, mode background 1 is being executed and mode 1 to 2 are transitioned. And, in the latter half of the timing of the mode background 2 being executed and a total of three times, the level is raised to reach the final level "48". That is, the level rises to "48" (that is, the final level) at the third timing (during mode background 2 execution) out of the total of three timings.

In the above example, the level is raised only by the third timing (second half timing) in the total of three timings, but the level may be raised a little at the first and second timings. ..

If a special type of reserved character (reserved character G and reserved character H) is determined as the growth type, in the present embodiment, the specific method of raising the level is the same as that of the balanced type reserved character. It has become. If a special type of reserved character is determined, the expectation of a big hit is set high regardless of the level value. As described above, there is no particular limitation on how to raise the specific level of the special type reserved character.

Next, among the reserved characters according to the growth type, the sub-variation pattern number in the production examples shown on the right side of the paper of FIGS. 65 to 67 regarding how to raise the specific level of the reserved character of the fixed type as the growth type. The case of 31 will be taken up and explained. In this case, it is assumed that the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the effect stage and "77" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery.

In this example, as a specific method of raising the level, the final level "77" is displayed over all the timings at which the level can be raised. In this way, it is possible to notify that the jackpot has been confirmed, and by extension, the interest of the player can be enhanced. In this way, when the level is displayed as "77", the player may recognize that it is a big hit. Therefore, in the other reserved characters other than the definite type reserved character, it is set so that the numerical value of the doublet such as the level "77" is not displayed except for the big hit.

Next, as an effect, regarding how to raise the specific level of the reserved character when the boss battle effect is suddenly performed, the sub-variation pattern number 1 and the sub-variation are shown in the production examples shown on the right side of the paper in FIGS. 65 to 67. The case of pattern number 23 will be taken up and described. In the sub-variation pattern number 1, it is assumed that the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage and "1" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery. Further, in the sub-variation pattern number 23, it is assumed that the mode background 5 is determined as the effect stage and "1" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery.

In such a case, both the sub-variation pattern number 1 and the sub-variation pattern number 23 display only the mode background 5 as the effect stage, and the boss battle effect is performed as the reach effect. Further, the level of both the sub-variation pattern number 1 and the sub-variation pattern number 23 remains "1" and does not rise. As described above, the sub-variation pattern number 1 and the sub-variation pattern number 23 have the same effect contents, but are different depending on whether the effect is a loss or a big hit. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to recognize whether or not it is a big hit until the boss battle production is completed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

Next, among the production examples shown on the right side of the paper in FIGS. 65 to 67, a specific method of raising the level in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 31 will be described. In this case, it is assumed that the mode backgrounds 1, 2, 3, and 4 are determined as the effect stage and "77" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery.

In this example, as a specific method of raising the level, the final level "77" is displayed over all the timings at which the level can be raised. In this way, it is possible to notify that the jackpot has been confirmed, and by extension, the interest of the player can be enhanced. In this way, when the level is displayed as "77", the player may recognize that it is a big hit. Therefore, in the other reserved characters other than the definite type reserved character, it is set so that the numerical value of the doublet such as the level "77" is not displayed except for the big hit.

Next, among the production examples shown on the right side of the paper in FIGS. 65 to 67, a specific method of raising the level in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 35 will be described. In this case, it is assumed that the mode backgrounds 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 are determined as the effect stage and "99" is determined as the final level by a predetermined lottery.

In this example, as a specific method of raising the level, the final level "99" is displayed over all the timings at which the level can be raised. In this way, it is possible to notify that the jackpot has been confirmed. In addition, the order of transition of the mode background is the reverse of the normal order. In this way, when the big hit is confirmed, the production having a rarity is performed, so that the player's interest can be enhanced.

In this embodiment, as shown in the level determination table, the mode background is irrespective of the type of sub-variation pattern number (with some exceptions where the final level is "77", "99", etc.). While 4 is displayed (mode background 4 is being executed), the level is "60" or higher. Further, while the mode background 5 (normal 5 (normal boss)) is displayed (mode background 5 is being executed), the level is "80" or higher.

Further, in the present embodiment, when a balanced reserved character is selected as the growth type, it is stipulated that the mode background does not shift unless a predetermined level set in advance is reached. Specifically, when shifting to the mode background 2, the level needs to be "20" or higher at the time of shifting from the mode background 1 to 2. Further, when shifting to the mode background 3, the level needs to be "40" or higher at the time of shifting from the mode background 2 to 3. Further, when shifting to the mode background 4, the level needs to be "60" or higher at the time of shifting from the mode background 3 to 4. Further, when shifting to the mode background 5, the level needs to be "80" or higher at the time of shifting from the mode background 4 to 5.

Here, FIGS. 68 (a) and 68 (b) show a display example of the level-up effect. In FIG. 68 (a), it is assumed that the pseudo-ream is started from the mode background 1 (usually 1 (town)). Further, it is assumed that the character hold image showing the hold character A is displayed in the character display area 600, and the hold character A appears in the display area 4A. Further, it is assumed that the current level of the reserved character A is "10". As described above, the growth type of the reserved character A is set to the balanced type.

As shown in FIG. 68 (a), the name of the current mode background (“normal 1 (town)”) is displayed in the display area 4A, and the message (mission) of “promotion of stage at Lv20 or higher!” Is displayed. Is displayed. In this way, since the current level is "10", when the level is raised to "20" or higher, the mode background can be changed from the current normal 1 (town) to the next normal 2 (outside) ( The stage will be promoted), and the player will be notified.

In this embodiment, the reserved character can raise the level by various methods and timings. For example, one way to raise the level is to destroy an enemy character. That is, when a reserved character battles with an enemy character and is defeated, the level can be raised by gaining experience points. In the display example shown in FIG. 68 (a), the reserved character A defeats the enemy character and gains experience points. In this way, the level value of the reserved character is counted up by the amount of experience gained by defeating the enemy character.

In this way, in the display example shown in FIG. 68 (a), the reserved character A defeats the enemy character and gains experience points. As a result, as shown in FIG. 68 (b), the level of the reserved character A rises from "10" to "20". That is, the reserved character A has completed the mission of "promotion to stage at Lv20 or higher!". In this way, when the reserved character A completes the mission, an image (effect) related to leveling up is displayed, such as an image of a flame being displayed in the background of the reserved character A. In addition, the message "Lv20 breakthrough!" Is displayed on the background image of the reserved character A, and the mode background of the reserved character A usually shifts to 2 (outside) (stage shift). If the level of the reserved character A does not reach "20", the stage transition is not performed and the three decorative symbols are stopped and displayed due to loss.

[Middle boss battle first-come-first-served table / Middle boss battle first-come-first-served]
FIG. 69 shows a middle boss battle first production determination table for determining the production content of the middle boss battle first production when the middle boss battle first production is performed.

The middle boss battle preemptive effect is when the final mode background transferred by the pseudo-ream is the mode background 4 (the final arrival background is the normal 4 (dungeon 2F)) in the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state). It is a reach production performed in. Specifically, the middle boss battle preemptive production is a production that launches a preemptive attack against the middle boss when the production in which the reserved character battles with the enemy character (middle boss) is started (middle boss battle production). be. In this way, in the middle boss battle first strike production, when the first strike of the reserved character is successful, the appearance that the enemy character (middle boss) is damaged is displayed. That is, it is possible to give the player the impression that the enemy character (middle boss) can be defeated in a little while (the impression that the reserved character wins the enemy character (middle boss)), and by extension, the expectation of the big hit can be increased.

In this way, in the middle boss battle first-come-first-served effect, the image in which the reserved character launches the first-come-first-served attack against the enemy character is displayed in the display area 4A. Then, the degree of expectation of a big hit is notified according to the degree of damage (type of damage) that this first strike gives to the enemy character. Specifically, the degree of damage is set to "no damage", "small damage", "medium damage", "large damage", and "defeat". These are, in order from the one with the smallest degree of damage, no damage, small damage, medium damage, large damage, and defeat, and the higher the degree of damage, the higher the expectation of a big hit. Defeat means that the enemy character has been defeated by the first strike, that is, the jackpot has been confirmed.

In the middle boss battle preemptive effect, the hold character indicated by the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 is selected as the hold character that battles with the enemy character (middle boss). Further, when the character hold image is displayed not only in the character display area 600 but also in the hold character display area 610, not only the hold character indicated by the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 but also the hold character is held. The reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 610 is also selected at the same time. That is, as the reserved character that battles with the enemy character (middle boss), one or a plurality of reserved characters are selected based on the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610.

In the middle boss battle first-come-first-served production decision table, the damage type (degree of damage) determined for each execution level (execution level) of the mode background 4 and a predetermined random number in each of the hits and misses (loss or big hit). The lottery value information for determining the damage type based on the lottery value extracted (lottery) from the range (“0” to “99”) is defined.

More specifically, if the result is a loss and the runtime level is "60" to "64", there is a 50/100 chance that no damage will be determined as the damage type, and a 45/100 chance of damage. Small damage is determined as the type, and damage is determined as the damage type with a probability of 5/100.

In addition, if the result is a loss and the execution level is "65" to "69", the damage type is determined to be small with a probability of 50/100, and the damage is being damaged with a probability of 45/100. Is determined, and the damage type is determined with a probability of 5/100.

Also, if the result is a loss and the runtime level is "70" to "74", there is a 50/100 chance that the damage will be determined as a damage type, and a 50/100 chance that the damage will be large. Is determined.

In addition, if the result is a loss and the execution level is "75" to "79", the damage type is determined to be large with a probability of 100/100.

In addition, if the hit or fail is a big hit and the execution level is "60" to "64", no damage is determined as a damage type with a probability of 30/100, and no damage is determined as a damage type with a probability of 45/100. Is determined, and there is a 25/100 chance that damage will be determined as the damage type.

In addition, if the hit or fail is a big hit and the execution level is "65" to "69", the damage small is determined as the damage type with a probability of 30/100, and the damage is being damaged as the damage type with a probability of 45/100. Is determined, and the damage type is determined with a probability of 25/100.

In addition, if the hit or fail is a big hit and the execution level is "70" to "74", the damage is determined as a damage type with a probability of 50/100, and the damage is large as a damage type with a probability of 45/100. Is determined, and defeat is determined as the damage type with a probability of 5/100.

In addition, if the hit or miss is a big hit and the execution level is "75" to "79", the damage type is determined as a damage type with a probability of 90/100, and the damage is defeated as a damage type with a probability of 10/100. It is determined.

In addition, if the hit or miss is a big hit and the execution level is "80" to "89", the damage type is determined with a probability of 50/100, and the damage type is defeated with a probability of 50/100. It is determined.

In this way, in the middle boss battle first-come-first-served production, a big hit can do more damage to the enemy character (middle boss) than a loss. Also, the higher the execution level, the greater the damage that can be done to the enemy character (middle boss). In this way, in the middle boss battle first-come-first-served production, the expectation of a big hit can be notified according to the degree of damage caused by the first-come-first-served attack of the reserved character to the enemy character, and by extension, the interest of the player can be enhanced.

[Arrangement lottery table / normal big boss battle production]
70 and 71 show a display example of a large boss battle effect in a normal time. Further, FIGS. 71 and 72 show an arrangement lottery table for determining the production content of the large boss battle effect when the large boss battle effect in the normal time is performed.

In the normal game state (non-probability change / non-time saving game state), the final mode background transferred by the pseudo-ream is the mode background 5 (the final arrival background is the normal 5 (normal boss)). It is a reach production performed in a certain case. Specifically, the normal large boss battle production is a production in which the reserved character battles with the enemy character (large boss). In the normal big boss battle production, the reserved character launches a special move attack on the enemy character. In this way, when the reserved character defeats the enemy character, a big hit is notified.

In the normal large boss battle effect, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is selected as the reserved character for battle with the enemy character (large boss). Further, when the character hold image is displayed not only in the character display area 600 but also in the hold character display area 610, the hold character indicated by the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610 is also selected at the same time. In some cases. That is, in the normal large boss battle effect, one or a plurality of reserved characters (party) are selected based on the character reserved images displayed in the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610. As described above, at the party, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is the leader.

Further, in the normal large boss battle production, one or more reserved characters make one or multiple attacks (small attacks) against the enemy character (large boss), and finally are displayed in the character display area 600. The holding character (leader) shown in the holding image of the character makes an attack (large attack) using a special move. In this way, if the enemy character is defeated by an attack using the leader's special move, the big hit is confirmed (the big hit is notified). In addition, if the enemy character is not defeated by an attack using the leader's special move (if the enemy character is defeated), the loss is confirmed (the loss is notified). In addition, after being defeated, it may be revived and provided with a mode of notifying a big hit.

In the display example of the large boss battle effect at the normal time shown in FIG. 70, the reserved character A (warrior) and the reserved character B (witch) are displayed as the reserved characters that battle with the enemy character (large boss). In this display example, the reserved character A (warrior) is a reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600. Further, the reserved character B (witch) is a reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610. When the large boss battle effect is started, the size of the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610 is changed to a small size so as not to interfere with the effect (not shown).

As shown in FIG. 70, when the normal large boss battle effect is started, the technique selection list is displayed in the area BP1 at the lower right of the display area 4A. The technique selection list is a list for selecting the last special move performed by the leader (in this display example, the reserved character A). In the technique selection list, a horizontally long rectangular frame is divided into six sections, and the names of techniques that may be selected are described in each section. In this way, one of the techniques described in each section is selected as the final big attack technique. Specifically, for example, one of the six sections is in a blinking state, and the blinking state sequentially shifts the six sections in a counterclockwise direction. After that, when the player operates the pressing operation button 9A, the transition of the blinking state is stopped, and the technique described in the stopped section is selected as the last special move.

As a big attack technique, multiple types of techniques are set based on the ease of winning. In the display example, the rank A technique, the rank B technique, and the rank C technique are displayed in the technique selection list in the order of ease of victory as the technique of the big attack. What kind of technique is displayed in the technique selection list is determined based on the level of the reserved character and the like. Specifically, the higher the level of the reserved character, the easier it is to select a technique that is easy to win. Further, in the technique selection list, the same technique may be displayed in different sections among the six sections. In this way, when the same technique is displayed in many of the six sections, it is possible to give the player the impression that this technique is likely to be selected as the final special move (and thus the impression that the expectation of a big hit is high). ..

Further, in the lower part of the display area 4A, in the area BP2 on the left side of the level display unit 2100, a face image of a reserved character (leader) who finally makes an attack using a special move is displayed. In this way, when a plurality of reserved characters are displayed, the player is notified which of the reserved characters will make the last attack.

Further, the name of the enemy character (large boss) is displayed in the area BP3 at the lower left of the display area 4A. Further, in the area BP4 below the area BP3, the name of the last special move to be performed is displayed. In the display example, "waiting" is displayed because the special move has not been determined yet. Further, in the area BP5 below the area BP4, the name of the reserved character (leader) who makes the last attack is displayed.

In addition, a total of 6 moves displayed in the move selection list will be changed to moves that are easier to win if a small attack on the large boss of the reserved character is successful (the moves listed in each section will be ranked up). ). In this way, each time the small attack of the reserved character is successful, the number of techniques that are easy to win increases, so that the player can be given the impression that the expectation of a big hit is high. The specific mode of rank-up of the technique is defined in the placement lottery table.

FIG. 71A shows a number associated with each section of the technique selection list displayed in the area BP1. Specifically, of the upper and lower two sections of the technique selection list, the upper left section is associated with "section 1", the middle section is associated with "section 3", and the right section is associated with "section 5". Further, the lower left section is associated with "section 2", the middle section is associated with "section 4", and the right section is associated with "section 6".

FIG. 71B shows a plurality of patterns (arrangement patterns) in which the types of techniques displayed in the sections 1 to 6 of the technique selection list are defined. In the present embodiment, six patterns (arrangement pattern 1 to arrangement pattern 6) are defined as a plurality of arrangement patterns. The placement patterns 1 to 5 are selected when the holding characters (leaders) who perform the big attack technique at the end are the holding characters A to H. Further, the arrangement pattern 6 is selected when the reserved character (leader) who finally performs the big attack technique is the reserved character I (that is, when the player is notified that the big hit has been confirmed).

As the types of techniques, four techniques are defined, in order of ease of winning the big boss, rank S technique, rank A technique, rank B technique, and rank C technique.

More specifically, in the arrangement pattern 1, rank B technique is defined in sections 1 and 2, rank A technique is defined in sections 3 and 4, and rank C technique is defined in sections 5 and 6. Further, in the arrangement pattern 2, rank B technique is defined in sections 1, 2 and 5, rank A technique is defined in sections 3 and 4, and rank C technique is defined in section 6. Further, in the arrangement pattern 3, rank B technique is defined in sections 1 and 5, rank A technique is defined in sections 2, 3 and 4, and rank C technique is defined in section 6. Further, in the arrangement pattern 4, rank B technique is defined in sections 1 and 2, rank A technique is defined in sections 3 and 4, and rank C technique is defined in sections 5 and 6. Further, in the arrangement pattern 5, rank A technique is defined in sections 1 to 6 (that is, all sections). Further, in the arrangement pattern 6, the rank S technique is defined in the sections 1 to 6 (that is, all the sections). As described above, the arrangement pattern is defined so that the proportion of the technique that is easy to win the big boss increases in the six sections of the technique selection list in the order of the arrangement pattern 1 to the arrangement pattern 6.

In the present embodiment, the technique selection list is divided into six (although there are six options), but any number of options may be used as long as there are a plurality of options.

In the placement lottery table, the final placement, the number of promotion counts, the initial placement, and the predetermined random number range ( The lottery value information for determining the final arrangement or the like to be determined based on the lottery value extracted (lottery) from "0" to "99") is defined.

Here, the initial arrangement is an arrangement pattern displayed in the technique selection list at the time when the big boss battle effect is started. Further, the final arrangement is displayed in the technique selection list when the large boss battle effect is completed, that is, when the reserved character (leader) indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 finally makes a large attack. It is an arrangement pattern. If the initial arrangement and the final arrangement are different, it means that the arrangement pattern has been changed (promoted) after the initial arrangement is displayed.

The number of promotion is the number of times the placement pattern is changed (promoted) from the initial placement to the final placement. In this embodiment, after the initial arrangement is displayed, an image in which a reserved character (other party member) other than the leader attacks the big boss is displayed. Thus, if another party member's attack is successful, the placement pattern is promoted.

More specifically, in the case where the result is a loss and the leader is the reserved characters A to H, when the starting level is "80" to "90", a total of 10 changes according to the lottery value. The pattern is specified. In this case, the arrangement pattern 1 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 40/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 2 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 20/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 3 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 30/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 4 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 10/100.

In addition, when the result is a loss and the leader is the reserved characters A to H, when the starting level is "90" to "98", a total of 10 change patterns are defined according to the lottery value. ing. In this case, the arrangement pattern 1 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 10/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 2 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 20/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 3 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 30/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 4 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 40/100.

In this way, when the result is a loss and the leader is the reserved characters A to H, the higher the start level, the more the placement pattern in which the technique that easily wins the big boss occupies is selected as the final placement. ..

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a big hit and the leader is the reserved characters A to H, when the starting level is "80" to "90", a total of 15 change patterns are defined according to the lottery value. ing. In this case, the arrangement pattern 1 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 5/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 2 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 15/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 3 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 30/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 4 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 40/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 5 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 10/100.

In addition, in the case where the winning or failing is a big hit and the leader is the reserved characters A to H, when the starting level is "90" to "98", a total of 15 change patterns are defined according to the lottery value. ing. In this case, the arrangement pattern 1 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 3/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 2 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 13/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 3 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 29/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 4 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 25/100. Further, the arrangement pattern 5 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 30/100.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a big hit and the leaders are the reserved characters A to H, when the starting level is "99", one change pattern is defined regardless of the lottery value. That is, the arrangement pattern 6 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case where the winning or failing is a big hit and the leader is the reserved character I, when the starting level is "99", one change pattern is defined regardless of the lottery value. That is, the arrangement pattern 6 is selected as the final arrangement with a probability of 100/100.

In this way, when the result is a big hit, the higher the start level, the more the placement pattern in which the technique that easily wins the big boss occupies is selected as the final placement. Comparing the case where the result is a loss and the case where the result is a big hit, the arrangement pattern in which the technique that is easy to win the big boss is more likely to be selected is selected as the final arrangement in the case of the big hit.

Further, in the large boss battle production, as described above, after the initial arrangement is displayed, the party member (the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610) attacks the large boss, and this attack. If is successful, the placement pattern is promoted. The attack of the party member is set so that the same member of the party members does not repeatedly attack the big boss. In such a case, if the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (number of hold images during fluctuation) is less than the required number of promotions, the initial placement cannot be promoted to the final placement (promotion). The number of times will be insufficient).

Therefore, when the final placement, the number of promotions, and the initial placement are determined by referring to the placement lottery table, the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (the number of holds at the start of fluctuation) and the number of promotions. Is compared with. Then, when the number of character reserved images displayed in the reserved character display area 610 is less than the required number of promotions, the initial arrangement is changed.

Specifically, for example, when the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (number of hold images during fluctuation) is 1, the initial placement is the placement pattern 1, the number of promotions is 2, and the final placement is the placement pattern. If it is determined to be 3, the number of promotion is insufficient by one, so the initial arrangement is changed from the arrangement pattern 1 to the arrangement pattern 2. With such a change, it is possible to avoid a shortage of promotion counts because the number of promotions required from the initial placement to the final placement is one (that is, it is the same as the number of pending changes). can. If the number of pending items is less than the number of promotions, the initial placement pattern was changed to deal with it, but instead of the party member's attack, the leader made an attack different from the technique in the technique selection list, and that It may be promoted according to the number of times.

[Support decision table, boss battle production during probable change time (support production)]
73 and 74 show whether or not a support effect is performed when a production in which the reserved character battles with an enemy character (boss) is executed (boss battle effect during the probability change time reduction) in the probability change / time reduction game state. When a support effect is performed, a support determination table for determining the effect content of the support effect is shown.

In the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction, the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is selected as the reserved character for battle with the enemy character (boss). Further, when the support effect is performed, not only the character display area 600 but also the hold character indicated by the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610 is selected at the same time. That is, in the boss battle effect during the probabilistic change time reduction, the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610 is held in the battle with the enemy character of the hold character shown by the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600. The character may support (execute skill production). In this way, in the boss battle production during the probable change time reduction, when the reserved character wins the enemy character (boss), the big hit is confirmed (the big hit is notified). In addition, if the reserved character does not defeat the enemy character (boss) (defeated by the enemy character), the loss is confirmed (the loss is notified). In addition, after being defeated, it may be revived and provided with a mode of notifying a big hit. Further, the character performing the battle to be displayed in the boss battle during the probabilistic change time may be a character that is not based on the hold.

The support production is a production performed by such a boss battle production during the probable change time reduction. Specifically, when the support effect is performed, the battle with the enemy character of the reserved character (hereinafter, may be referred to as "main reserved character" for convenience) indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 is performed. , The hold character indicated by the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610 (hereinafter, may be referred to as "support hold character" for convenience) provides support. The reserved character to be supported is selected by a predetermined lottery from the reserved characters indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the reserved character display area 610.

In addition, the support of the support pending character refers to all actions that attack the enemy character, prevent the attack from the enemy character, and are advantageous for the battle with the enemy character. The specific content of the support is set for each reserved character according to the characteristics of the reserved character. In addition, in the support production, one support pending character can perform support only once. That is, one support pending character cannot provide support many times.

In the support determination table, for each sub-variation pattern number determined by referring to the sub-variation pattern determination table, the presence / absence of support effect, the number of support times (upper limit) when there is support effect, and a predetermined random number range ("" Based on the lottery value extracted (lottery) from "0" to "99"), the presence or absence of the support effect and the lottery value information for determining the number of times of support are defined. In this way, by referring to the support determination table, the presence / absence of the support effect and the number of times of support are determined.

It should be noted that the support effect is performed at most once in one pseudo-ream. That is, in the case of the pseudo-ream 1, the upper limit of the number of times of support is one. Further, in the case of the pseudo-ream 2, the upper limit of the number of times of support is 2 times. Further, in the case of the pseudo-ream 3, the upper limit of the number of times of support is 3 times. Further, in the case of the pseudo-ream 4, the upper limit of the number of times of support is 4 times. It should be noted that a plurality of types of timings in which support is performed in one pseudo-ream are set, and are randomly determined by a predetermined lottery.

Further, in the probabilistic change / time saving game state, the sub-variation pattern numbers 9 to 22 and 36 to 55 are selected.

More specifically, in the case of sub-variation pattern numbers 9 and 10, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100. In the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 9 and 10, the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction is not performed because the time reduction is normal variation. That is, if the boss battle effect during the probabilistic change time is not performed (when the battle with the enemy character is not performed), the support effect is not performed as a matter of course. On the other hand, since the sub-variation pattern numbers 11 to 22 and 36 to 55 perform the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction, there is a possibility that the support effect is performed.

In the case of the sub-variation pattern number 11, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 12, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 10/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 90/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 13, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 10/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 90/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 14, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 85/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 15/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 15, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 80/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 15/100, and 5/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with two support times with the probability of.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 16, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 75/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 15/100, and 10/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with two support times with the probability of.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 17, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 70/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 20/100, 9/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of 1/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 1/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 18, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 60/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 20/100, 19/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of 1/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 1/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 19 to 22, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 36, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 37, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 85/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 15/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 38, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 85/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 15/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 39 and 40, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 41, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 75/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 25/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 42, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 70/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 28/100, and it is 2/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with two support times with the probability of.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 43 and 44, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 45, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 70/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 20/100, 8/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of 2/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 2/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 46, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 60/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 25/100, and 10/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of 5/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 5/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 47 and 48, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 49, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 30/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 20/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 15/100, and there is a support effect with 4 times with a probability of 5/100. It is decided that there is a support production of.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 50, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 20/100, and it is determined that there is a support effect with one support count with a probability of 20/100, and 30/100. It is determined that there is a support effect with 2 support times with a probability of, and it is determined that there is a support effect with 3 support times with a probability of 20/100, and there is a support effect with 4 times with a probability of 10/100. It is decided that there is a support production of.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern numbers 51 to 55, it is determined that there is no support effect with a probability of 100/100.

In this way, it is stipulated that the reach production (the production with a large number of pseudo-reams) with a high expectation of the big hit is easier to perform the support production and the number of times of support is also larger in each of the loss and the jackpot. ing. In addition, it is stipulated that a big hit is easier to perform a support effect and the number of times of support is larger if the result is a big hit than a loss.

Here, the support effect is supported by the hold character (support hold character) indicated by the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610. In addition, one support pending character cannot support many times. Therefore, when the support count is determined by referring to the support determination table, if the determined support count is larger than the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (the number of hold during fluctuation). , The number of support will be insufficient.

Therefore, the support effect is performed with reference to the support determination table, and when the support count is determined, the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (number of hold during fluctuation) and the number of supports. Is compared with. Then, when the number of character reserved images displayed in the reserved character display area 610 (the number of reserved characters at the time of fluctuation) is less than the required number of supports, the determined number of supports is changed.

Specifically, for example, when the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 (number of hold images during fluctuation) is 1, and the number of support times is determined to be 2, the required number of support times is Since it will be insufficient once, the determined number of support times will be changed from 2 to 1. According to such a change, since the required number of times of support is one (that is, it is the same as the number of pending changes during fluctuation), it is possible to avoid a shortage of the number of times of support. In addition, when the number of times of support is insufficient, the pseudo-continuous production may not perform the support production, but the main reserved character may perform the production such as avoiding the attack of the enemy. In addition, the pseudo-ream may not be executed a fixed number of times. In that case, since the fluctuation time cannot be changed, it is possible to have an effect pattern when the number of times of support is insufficient in advance.

Further, as shown in the sub-variation pattern numbers 49 and 50, the number of times of support is four times only when the result is a big hit. That is, when the number of support members is four (when the number of character reserved images displayed in the reserved character display area 610 (the number of reserved characters at the time of change) is the upper limit), the big hit is confirmed. In this way, since it is notified that the big hit has been confirmed by the number of support members, it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

In addition, when the production content is a special battle (sub-variable pattern numbers 19 to 22, 52 to 55), the number of games (special symbol) is obtained after the big hit game is completed and the game state is the probabilistic game state. When the number of fluctuations) reaches the 10th, 20th, and 30th times, the boss battle production during the probable change time is always performed. In this way, if the predetermined lottery is won in the 10th and 20th times when the boss battle production is performed during the probable change time, and if the fall lottery is not won in the 30th time, a special production is performed and the boss battle 1 mode is performed. The mode is changed to boss battle 2 mode. If the fall lottery is won in the 30th time, the mode is changed from the boss battle 1 mode (boss battle mode) to the normal mode. In addition, when a special effect is performed, it is displayed that the weak points of the enemy character (boss) are exposed by the support of the support pending character, for example.

In addition, if you win the fall lottery after the 31st time, or if you win the big hit, it will always be displayed that you will have a battle (special battle) with the enemy character (boss), and the big hit round will be displayed according to the result of the battle. Or the mode is changed to the normal mode. Specifically, if you win the enemy character (boss), you will move to the big hit round. On the other hand, if the enemy character (boss) is defeated, the mode shifts to the normal mode. If the fall lottery is won after the 31st rotation, the time reduction will end at that timing, so that the electric chew support will not occur. The player can recognize that the probable change has fallen by confirming that the electric chew support has not occurred. If the game fluctuates for too long when falling, the game ball will not win the electric chew and the player may suffer a large loss. As a countermeasure, among the fluctuation pattern determination tables in FIG. 59, the fluctuation pattern (06H) at the time of falling, which is out of place, and the fluctuation pattern (0AH) at the time of falling after the 31st rotation, which is a hit, are dedicated fluctuation patterns. (For example, 0BH) may be set to a fixed fluctuation pattern shorter than other battle fluctuation patterns such as the first half 00H (0ms) and the second half 12H (20,000ms) so as not to give the player a sense of loss. Since the fluctuation pattern is the same for the time of the loss and the time of the big hit, it is possible to give a feeling of expectation that the big hit is won at the same time as the fall lottery winning.

Further, in the present embodiment, when the effect content is a special battle (sub-variation pattern numbers 19 to 22, 52 to 55), the support effect is not performed, but the support effect is performed. You may. Further, in that case, it may be to notify the confirmation of the big hit.

[Probability change time reduction medium boss type regulation table]
FIG. 75 shows a probability variation time reduction / medium boss type regulation table for determining the type of an enemy character (boss) in the probability variation / time reduction game state.

A plurality of types (six types in this embodiment) of enemy characters (bosses) are provided, and their numbers are associated with each. Specifically, in the present embodiment, bosses 1 to 6 are provided as enemy characters (bosses).

First, when the normal mode is changed to the probabilistic / short-time game state after the first hit, the boss 1 will appear. In this way, when the reach is reached with the boss 1 appearing, the boss battle production during the probable change time is started, and the battle between the reserved character and the boss 1 is performed. In this way, if the reserved character wins the boss 1 and becomes a big hit of 16R in the boss battle production during the probable change time (when the definite round game is started), the boss 2 will be after the end of the 16R round game. It will appear. In this way, when a boss battle effect is performed during the probable change time and a big hit of 16R is obtained (when a definite round game is started), a boss with a number obtained by adding 1 to the current boss number appears. .. For example, if the reserved character wins the boss 2 and becomes a big hit of 16R in the boss battle production during the probable change time (when the definite round game is started), the current boss number "2" is 1 Boss 3 will appear as the boss with the added number.

On the other hand, if the ally character wins the boss 1 and becomes a big hit of 3R, 6R, 9R or 16R in the boss battle production during the probability change (when the rank-up type round game is started), the round game Boss 2 appears inside, and a production is performed in which a battle is performed with the boss 2 in order to encourage the player whether or not to continue RUSH. In this way, in the case of a big hit of 3R, 6R, 9R or 16R in the boss battle production during the probability change (when the rank-up type round game is started), the boss with the number added by 1 to the current boss number. Will appear during the round game. Even after this round game is completed, the boss (boss 2) having a number obtained by adding 1 to the current boss number will appear. During the round game, a normal enemy (Zako enemy) appears instead of the boss 2, and when the production of whether to continue the round fails, the boss 2 is displayed at the jackpot end interval and thereafter. You may try to confront the boss 2 from the fluctuation. Also, in some cases where the boss 2 appears during the round and the jackpot is a probable variable jackpot, the start of the boss battle 2 is executed immediately after the jackpot ends, and that fact is notified during the round. You may do it. In that case, the above-mentioned special effect (for example, the effect that the weak points of the enemy character (boss) are exposed by the support of the support pending character) is executed during the round game, and the start from the boss battle 2 immediately after the end of the big hit during the big hit. Be informed that there is. In addition, when the effect of performing a battle with the boss 2 during the rank-up type round game is executed, if the rank-up type round is 16R, the effect of destroying the boss 2 is executed, and the boss 3 is executed after the end. It may be made to appear and confront the boss 3 in the subsequent fluctuation.

Further, the boss 5 is a so-called last boss. When a big hit occurs in the state where the boss 5 appears, unlike the case of the bosses 1 to 4, the effect is performed according to the hold information related to the character hold image in which the hold character display area 610 is displayed. Specifically, if the hold information includes a 16R jackpot and the 16R jackpot is reached (that is, in the case of a jackpot, any of the hold images remaining in the hold character display area). In the case of a 16R jackpot), the reserved character wins the battle with the boss 5. When the reserved character wins the boss 5, it becomes a special state in which the so-called ending effect is executed until the fall lottery is won in the electric support state after the big hit game is completed. On the other hand, in cases other than the above, the battle with the boss 5 of the reserved character is a draw (that is, the victory or defeat with the boss 5 is not decided), and then the game shifts to the big hit round. That is, the boss 5 continues to appear.

The boss 6 is a special boss (holding continuous confirmed Zako boss). When the hold information related to the character hold image on which the hold character display area 610 is displayed has a big hit of 16R and becomes a big hit of 3R, 6R, 9R or 16R (when a rank-up type round game is started). Appears during the rank-up type round game. In this way, by introducing the boss 6 that is easy to win during the round game, it is possible to notify the player that the so-called hold ream has been confirmed.

Hereinafter, a display example of an effect (rank-up effect) using an enemy character (boss) appearing in a probabilistic / short-time game state will be described with reference to FIGS. 76 and 77. This display example describes a production example in which a Zako enemy and an ally character fight instead of the next boss in a rank-up type round game. If you want to display the next boss, you can change the display of the Zako enemy to the next boss.

Here, the rank-up effect is a rank-up type round game (3R, 6R, 9R, 16R round game), for example, the round game ends at the 3rd round, or continues after the 4th round (rank up). ), Etc., which is a production that encourages whether or not the round game will continue.

In FIG. 76 (a), the symbols 3 are stopped and displayed in a aligned state, and the player is notified that the jackpot is a big hit. In addition, in this embodiment, when a big hit is made by other than the symbol 7, it becomes a big hit of any of the rank-up type.

Next, in FIG. 76 (b), the round game (3Rs) is shown. During the round game, an ally character (in this display example, the reserved character A) appears and an enemy character appears. In this way, during the round game, it is displayed that the ally character and the enemy character are in a battle. In addition, every time a game ball wins a prize in the big prize opening, "HIT15" is displayed, and it is displayed that the enemy character is being damaged.

Here, in the rank-up type round game, as shown in FIG. 76 (c), at the end of the 3R, 6R, and 9R rounds (that is, at the time of branching whether or not the round game continues), the door Is displayed as it closes. In this way, the door is displayed over the entire area of the display area 4A. Also, when the state of closing the door is displayed, the image of the button is displayed. In this way, in order to open the door, the player is urged to operate the pressing operation button 9A.

When the door is opened, information on whether the round game continues or ends is displayed.

FIG. 76D is a display example in which the round game continues when the door is opened. As shown in FIG. 76 (d), when the round game continues, when the door is opened, the ally character (here, the reserved character B) is displayed and the message "RUSH continues!" Is displayed. .. As a result, the player can easily recognize that the round game is continued.

On the other hand, FIG. 77 (d) is a display example when the round game is completed when the door is opened. As shown in FIG. 77 (d), when the round game is completed, the boss character is displayed when the door is opened, and the message "Go to Boss Battle" is displayed. As a result, the player can easily recognize that the round game is finished.

Further, after the boss character is displayed, as shown in FIG. 77 (e), the boss character swings the weapon and crushes the screen of the display area 4A.

Next, as shown in FIG. 77 (f), when the screen of the display area 4A is crushed, the mode is changed from the jackpot round to the boss battle mode. In this way, in the boss battle mode, a battle between the ally character and the boss character is performed.

Here, as described above, the mode is changed from the jackpot round to the boss battle mode, but the displayed boss characters are the same boss characters. That is, in the present embodiment, in the boss battle mode, a battle is performed with the boss character who has notified the end of the round game. In this way, the appearance of the boss character for notifying the end of the round game also serves as the notification of the opponent who battles in the boss battle mode.

In this way, in the rank-up production, in the rank-up type round game where it is difficult for the player to understand how long it will continue, the boss battle is performed by simultaneously notifying the end of the big hit and the opponent after the big hit. When the mode is changed to the mode (during the transition to the electric support state), it is not necessary to notify the opponent, and the transition to the electric support state can be performed smoothly.

Next, the processing executed by the main CPU 61 will be described below.

The same or similar processing as that according to the first embodiment described above will be omitted as appropriate.

[Special symbol memory check processing]
FIG. 78 is a flowchart showing a special symbol storage check process executed by the main CPU 61 of the present embodiment (second embodiment). This special symbol memory check process is substantially the same as that shown in FIG. 23, but the fall determination process of S2009, the jackpot determination process of S2010, the special symbol determination process of S2011, and the special symbol variation pattern determination process of S2012 are different. Further, in this special symbol memory check process, the small hit determination process shown in FIG. 67 is not performed.

In S2009, the main CPU 61 executes a fall determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a fall lottery. The fall lottery is a lottery in which a random value is extracted from a fall determination counter to determine whether a fall has been won or not. The details of the fall determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 79. When the fall determination process of S2009 is executed, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2010.

In S2010, the main CPU 61 executes the jackpot determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 refers to the hit random number determination table shown in FIG. 55. As a result, when the game state flag is a value indicating the probability change game state (the probability change flag is on), the table for high probability with a large number of jackpot determination values is referred to, and the game state flag indicates the probability change game state. If it is not a value (the probability variation flag is off), the jackpot determination table for the non-probability variation gaming state with a small jackpot determination value will be referred to. In this way, when the game state flag is a value indicating the probability change game state (the probability change flag is on), that is, the probability change game state as a special game state in which the game state easily shifts to the specific game state (big hit game state). In this case, the probability of shifting to the jackpot gaming state is higher than that of the non-probability changing gaming state as the non-special gaming state, which is more difficult to shift to the specific gaming state than the probabilistic gaming state as the special gaming state.

The special gaming state is a probabilistic / short-time gaming state, and the non-special gaming state is basically a non-probable / non-short-time gaming state. It may be one of the gaming states. The non-special gaming state may include a non-probability variable gaming state and a time-saving gaming state.

Specifically, the main CPU 61 is the special symbol start storage area extracted at the time of winning the game ball and set earlier in the first special symbol start storage area (0) and the second special symbol start storage area (0). Refer to the hit random number value for hit determination and the hit random number determination table shown in FIG. 55. Then, when the hit determination random value (big hit determination random value) and the big hit determination value (big hit determination value data) match, the main CPU 61 determines that the hit is a big hit.

As described above, in the processing of S2010, either a big hit or a loss is determined as a result of the special symbol game. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2011.

In 2011, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 performs a process of determining a jackpot symbol when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot winning, and determining a lost symbol when the jackpot is lost. In this process, when the jackpot is a variation of the first special symbol, the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 57 (a) is referred to. Further, when the jackpot is a variation of the second special symbol, the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 57 (b) is referred to.

Specifically, the main CPU 61 specifies a winning symbol determined according to the winning type at the time of winning based on the winning symbol random value extracted from the jackpot symbol determination counter and the referenced symbol determination table. When the time selection symbol command and the symbol specification command that specifies the special symbol displayed when the fluctuation is stopped are determined. The main CPU 61 sets a set of these commands in a predetermined area of the main RAM 63. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2012.

In S2012, the main CPU 61 executes a special symbol variation pattern determination process. In this process, the main CPU 61 refers to the variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 59 to 61. The fluctuation pattern is determined based on the special symbol determined in the processing of S2011, the result of the jackpot determination determined in the processing of S2010, and the variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 59 to 61, and the predetermined of the main RAM 63 is determined. Store in the area.

The data indicating the variation pattern stored in this way is supplied to the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 of the LED unit 5. As a result, the first special symbol display unit 53 or the second special symbol display unit 54 will be variablely displayed in the variable pattern determined by the special symbol. Further, the data indicating the variation pattern stored in this way is supplied from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 as a variation pattern designation command. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 executes the effect display according to the received variation pattern designation command. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2012.

[Fall judgment processing]
Next, the fall determination process of S2009 executed in the special symbol memory check process will be described with reference to FIG. 79.

First, in S2101, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the gaming state is a probabilistic gaming state. When the main CPU 61 determines that the gaming state is not the probabilistic gaming state (S2011: NO), the main CPU 61 ends the fall determination process and shifts the process to the special symbol storage check process. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state (S2011: YES), the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2102.

In S2102, the main CPU 61 performs a fall lottery and determines whether or not the result of the fall lottery has won the fall.

In this process, the main CPU 61 refers to the fall random number determination table shown in FIG. 56. Specifically, the main CPU 61 is the special symbol start storage area extracted at the time of winning the game ball and set earlier in the first special symbol start storage area (0) and the second special symbol start storage area (0). Refer to the fall determination random number value and the fall random number determination table shown in FIG. 56. Then, when the fall determination random value and the fall determination value (fall determination value data) match, the main CPU 61 determines that the fall has been won.

In this way, when the main CPU 61 determines that the result of the fall lottery has not won the fall (S2102: NO), the fall determination process is terminated and the process is transferred to the special symbol storage check process. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the result of the fall lottery has won the fall (S2102: YES), the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2103.

In S2103, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is "0". When the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the time reduction counter is not "0" (S2103: NO), the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S2105. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the time reduction counter is "0" (S2103: YES), the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S2104. The value of the time reduction counter is decremented by 1 after the end of one game.

In S2104, the main CPU 61 clears the probabilistic game state flag and sets the normal game state flag. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2105.

Further, in S2105 which shifts to the case where the value of the time reduction number counter is determined not to be "0" in S2103 (S2103: NO), the probability variation game state flag is cleared and the time reduction game state flag is set. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2016.

When the value of the time reduction counter is "0" in the probabilistic game state, it means that the 31st special symbol game is started in the probabilistic game state. Therefore, if the player wins the fall from the first special symbol game to the 30th special symbol game, the gaming state changes from the probabilistic gaming state (more specifically, the probabilistic / shortened gaming state) to the time-saving gaming state (non-probable variation). (Short-time game state) (S2103: NO, S2105). In addition, when the player wins the fall in the 31st special symbol game, the game state changes from the probabilistic game state (more specifically, the probable change / time saving game state) to the normal game state (more specifically, the non-probability change / non-time saving state). Move to the game state).

Further, in S2106 which shifts after the processing of S2104 and S2105, the main CPU 61 sets the game state shift command in the main RAM 63. The game state transition command set in the main RAM 63 is transmitted from the main CPU 61 of the main control circuit 60 to the sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70. The sub CPU 71 of the sub control circuit 70 recognizes the game state based on the received game state transition command, and causes the sub CPU 71 to execute an effect according to the game state. When this process is completed, the main CPU 61 ends the fall determination process and shifts the process to the special symbol storage check process.

[Hit end interval processing]
FIG. 80 is a flowchart showing a hit end interval management process executed by the main CPU 61 of the present embodiment (second embodiment).

In S2201, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the control state flag is "06H", which is a value indicating the hit end interval processing. When the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is not "06H" (S2201: NO), it ends the hit end interval process and shifts the process to the special symbol control process. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the control state flag is "06H" (S2201: YES), the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S2201.

In S2202, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the value of the waiting time timer is "0". That is, the main CPU 61 determines whether or not the hit end interval time set in the waiting time timer has been exhausted. When the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is not "0" (S2202: NO), the hit end interval process is terminated and the process is transferred to the special symbol control process. On the other hand, when the main CPU 61 determines that the value of the waiting time timer is "0" (S2202: YES), the main CPU 61 shifts the processing to S2203.

In S2203, the main CPU 61 sets a value (“07H”) indicating the special symbol game end processing. When the main CPU 61 finishes this process, the main CPU 61 shifts the process to S2204.

In S2204, the main CPU 61 sets the control data according to the winning symbol and the gaming state at the time of winning in the main RAM 63. In this process, the main CPU 61 refers to the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 58, and sets the values of the probability variation flag and the time saving flag based on the type of the hit time selection symbol command. In this way, the main CPU 61 sets the probabilistic game state flag or the time-saving game state flag as control data. In this way, when the probability change game state flag is set as control data, the game state is shifted from the jackpot game state to the probability change game state (more specifically, the probability change / time saving game state). Further, when the time-saving game state flag is set as control data, the game state is shifted from the jackpot game state to the time-saving game state (more specifically, the non-probability change / time-saving game state). Further, when the probabilistic game state flag or the time reduction game state flag is set as control data, the main CPU 61 sets "30" in the time reduction number counter.

After the process of S2204, the main CPU 61 ends the hit end interval process and shifts the process to the special symbol control process.

Next, the processing executed by the sub CPU 71 will be described below.

The same or similar processing as that according to the first embodiment described above will be omitted as appropriate.

[Command analysis processing]
81 and 82 are flowcharts showing a command analysis process executed by the sub CPU 71 of the present embodiment (second embodiment). This command analysis process is substantially the same as that shown in FIG. 35, and is executed in the following step units.

In S2301, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of determining whether or not there is a receive command. In this process, when the sub CPU 71 determines that there is a receive command (S2301: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2302. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that there is no receive command (S2301: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends this command analysis processing routine.

In S2302, the sub CPU 71 reads the data of the received command and performs the processing according to the data in the subsequent steps. When the reading of the data of the received command is completed, the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2303.

In S2303, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the demo display command has been received as the receive command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the demo display command has been received (S2303: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2304. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the demo display command has not been received (S2303: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2305.

In S2304, the sub CPU 71 executes the demo display control process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2305, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a start winning command has been received as a receiving command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the start winning command has been received (S2305: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2306. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the start winning command has not been received (S2305: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2307.

In S2306, the sub CPU 71 executes a process when a start winning command is received. The processing at the time of receiving the start winning command will be described later with reference to FIG. 83. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2307, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the fluctuation pattern designation command has been received. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the variation pattern designation command has been received (S2307: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2308. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the fluctuation pattern designation command has not been received (S2307: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2310.

In S2308, the sub CPU 71 executes the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command. The processing at the time of receiving this fluctuation pattern designation command will be described later with reference to FIG. 84. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2309.

In S2309, the sub CPU 71 executes the hold information update process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2310, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a symbol designation command has been received as a reception command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol designation command has been received (S2310: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2311. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol designation command has not been received (S2310: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2312.

In S2311, the sub CPU 71 executes the stop symbol determination process. In this process, the sub CPU 71 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol designation command received from the main CPU 61. When the stop symbol is determined, the sub CPU 71 sets the determined stop symbol data in a predetermined storage area of the work RAM 73. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2312, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the symbol stop command has been received as the reception command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol stop command has been received (S2312: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2313. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the symbol stop command has not been received (S2312: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2314.

In S2313, the sub CPU 71 executes the decorative symbol stop process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2314, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a hit start display command has been received as a receive command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit start display command has been received (S2314: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2315. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit start display command has not been received (S2314: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2316.

In S2315, the sub CPU 71 executes a hit effect pattern determination process. In this hit effect pattern determination process, a process of setting "0" in the demo display timer and a process of setting "00H" in the demo display flag are further performed. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2316, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a large winning opening opening display command has been received as a reception command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the display command during the opening of the large winning opening has been received (S2316: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2317. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the large winning opening opening display command has not been received (S2316: NO), the process shifts to S2318.

In S2317, the sub CPU 71 executes the effect processing during the round. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2318, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a hit end display command has been received as a receive command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit end display command has been received (S2318: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2319. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the hit end display command has not been received (S2318: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2320.

In S2319, the sub CPU 71 executes the hit end effect process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2320, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a game state command has been received as a receive command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the game state command has been received (S2320: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2321. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the game state command has not been received (S2320: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2322.

In S2321, the sub CPU 71 executes the effect mode transition process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2322, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not a probability change end command has been received as a receive command. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the probability change end command has been received (S2322: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2323. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the probability change end command has not been received (S2322: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2324.

In S2323, the sub CPU 71 executes the effect mode transition process. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

In S2324, the sub CPU 71 also executes processing corresponding to the received command. When this process is completed, the sub CPU 71 ends the command analysis processing routine.

[Processing when starting winning command is received]
FIG. 83 is a flowchart showing a process at the time of receiving a start winning command executed by the sub CPU 71.

First, in S2401, the sub CPU 71 specifies a sub fluctuation pattern number. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the start winning command includes information on the (main) fluctuation pattern type and the fluctuation pattern command determined by the main CPU 61. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the sub-variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 62. In this way, when the sub CPU 71 receives the start winning command and acquires the information of the variation pattern type and the variation pattern command, the sub CPU 71 specifies the sub variation pattern number according to a predetermined random number value, the game state, and whether or not the game is correct. do. After completing this process, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2402.

In S2402, the sub CPU 71 executes the reserved character determination process. The details of the reserved character determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 84. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2402, the sub CPU 71 transfers the process to S2403.

In S2403, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the gaming state is the normal gaming state. The sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2408 when the gaming state is not the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is off (S2403: NO). On the other hand, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is on (S2403: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2404.

In S2404, the sub CPU 71 executes a status determination process. The details of the status determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 85. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2404, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2405.

In S2405, the sub CPU 71 executes a level determination process. In the level determination process, the effect stage number and the final level when the level-up effect is executed are determined. The details of the level execution process will be described later with reference to FIG. 86. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2405, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2406.

In S2406, the sub CPU 71 executes the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process. In the middle boss battle production determination process, the production content of the middle boss battle preemptive production (more specifically, the degree of damage of the middle boss) is determined. The details of the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 87. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2406, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2407.

In S2407, the sub CPU 71 executes a large boss battle effect determination process. In the large boss battle production determination process, the production content of the large boss battle production (more specifically, the special move of the reserved character) is determined. The details of the large boss battle effect determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 88. When the process of S2407 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the process at the time of receiving the start winning command and shifts the process to the command analysis process.

Further, in S2408 in which the game state shifts to the case where the game state is not the normal game state in S2403, that is, the case where the normal game state flag is off (S2403: NO), the game state is the probabilistic game state (more specifically, more specifically, Probability change / time saving game state). Therefore, in S2408, the sub CPU 71 executes a process for determining the presence / absence of a support effect that can be executed in the boss battle effect during the probabilistic change time and the number of times of support.

In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the support determination table shown in FIGS. 73 and 74. Specifically, the sub CPU 71 refers to the support determination table shown in FIGS. 73 and 74, and determines the presence / absence of the support effect and the number of times of support by random number lottery based on the sub fluctuation pattern number specified in S2401. When the process of S2408 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the process at the time of receiving the start winning command and shifts the process to the command analysis process. The number of supports determined in this process is tentative. The final number of times of support is determined by the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern specification command described later.

In the process of receiving the start winning command, the status determination process, the level determination process, the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process, and the large boss battle effect determination process are executed in the start prize command reception process, respectively, as described above. However, it may be executed in the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern specification command described later.

[Holding character determination process]
Next, the pending character determination process of S2402, which is executed in the process of receiving the start winning command, will be described with reference to FIG. 84.

In S2501, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the gaming state is the normal gaming state. When the gaming state is not the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is off (S2501: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2504. On the other hand, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is on (S2501: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2502.

In S2502, the sub CPU 71 draws a lottery for determining the determined character number (the number associated with the determined reserved character) based on the reserved character determination table shown in FIG. 63. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the reserved character determination table shown in FIG. 63, and determines the determined character number by random number lottery based on the sub fluctuation pattern number. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2502, the sub CPU 71 transfers the process to S2503.

In S2503, the sub CPU 71 determines the reserved character from the characters other than the currently displayed character among the determined determined character numbers. Here, in the present embodiment, the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610 is a character hold image in which the hold character indicated by the character hold image is displayed in another display area. It is set so that it does not overlap with the reserved character indicated by. Therefore, among the reserved characters having the determined character number determined in S2502, one reserved character that does not overlap with the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image currently displayed in the reserved character display area 610 and the character display area 600 is predetermined. It will be decided at random by lottery. When the process of S2503 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the pending character determination process and shifts the process to the start winning command process.

Further, in S2504 in which the gaming state is not the normal gaming state in S2501, that is, the transition to the case where the normal gaming state flag is off (S2501: NO), the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state (more specifically, more specifically, It is assumed that the player is in a probabilistic / short-time game state or a non-probable / short-time game state). In such a case, the sub CPU 71 determines the next reserved character based on the current final reserved character.

Here, the current final hold character is the hold indicated by the newest hold image (that is, the hold image displayed on the rightmost side) among the character hold images displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610. It is a character. Further, the sub CPU 71 sets the order of the reserved character A to the reserved character F with respect to the appearance of the reserved character in the probabilistic game state.

In this way, for example, when the current final reserved character is the reserved character A displayed in the first reserved character display area 610a, it is set as the next reserved character (the reserved character displayed in the second reserved character display area 610b). , The pending character B is determined. Further, for example, when the current final reserved character is the reserved character B displayed in the second reserved character display area 610b, it is used as the next reserved character (the reserved character displayed in the third reserved character display area 610c). , The pending character C is determined. In addition, the reserved character may be determined by lottery as in the normal game state.

When the processing of S2504 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the pending character determination processing and shifts the processing to the processing at the time of receiving the start winning command.

[Status determination process]
Next, the status determination process of S2404 executed in the process of receiving the start winning command will be described with reference to FIG. 85.

In S2601, the sub CPU 71 draws a lottery for determining the status (“HP” and “MP”) of the reserved character based on the status determination table shown in FIG. 85. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the status determination table shown in FIG. 85, and determines “HP” and “MP” by a predetermined lottery based on the determined character number. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2601, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2602.

In S2602, the sub CPU 71 determines whether any of the values of "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 is doublet, or whether the values of "HP" and "MP" are the same. .. When the sub CPU 71 determines that any of the values of "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 is doublet, or the values of "HP" and "MP" are the same (S2602: YES), the process is transferred to S2603. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the values of both "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 are not doublet and the values of "HP" and "MP" are not the same (S2602). : NO) ends the status determination process and shifts the process to the process when the start winning command is received.

In S2603, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the lottery result of the jackpot determination is a loss. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a loss (S2603: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2604.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a big hit (S2603: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the status determination process and shifts the process to the process at the time of receiving the start winning command. In this case, if any of the values of "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 is doublet, or if the values of "HP" and "MP" are the same, the expectation of a big hit unintentionally. It gives a feeling to the player, but since the lottery result of the big hit judgment is also a big hit, it does not spoil the interest of the player. Therefore, the "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 are determined as the final "HP" and "MP".

In S2604, in the sub CPU 71, the state in which any of the values of "HP" and "MP" determined in S2601 is doublet or the values of "HP" and "MP" are the same is resolved. Until then, the lottery will be held again. In this way, when the sub CPU 71 is eliminated from the state where any of the values of "HP" and "MP" is doublet or the values of "HP" and "MP" are the same in S2604 (S2604). (If the process is executed), the status determination process is terminated, and the process is transferred to the process when the start winning command is received.

[Level determination process]
Next, the level determination process of S2405 executed in the process of receiving the start winning command will be described with reference to FIG. 86.

In S2701, the sub CPU 71 draws a lottery for determining the effect stage and the final level when the level-up effect is performed, based on the level determination table shown in FIGS. 65 to 67. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the level determination table and determines the effect stage and the final level by random number lottery based on the sub fluctuation pattern number. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2701, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2702.

In S2702, the sub CPU 71 determines whether the determined final level is "77". When the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined final level is not "77" (S2702: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2706. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined final level is "77" (S2702: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S2703.

In S2703, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the lottery result of the jackpot determination is a loss. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a loss (S2703: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2704.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a big hit (S2703: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the level determination process and shifts the process to the process at the time of receiving the start winning command. In this case, since the final level determined in S2701 is "77", the expectation of a big hit is unintentionally given, but the lottery result of the big hit judgment is also a big hit, which impairs the interest of the player. There is no. Therefore, "77" determined in S2701 is determined as the final final level.

In S2704, the sub CPU 71 redraws within a predetermined level range until the determined final level becomes a value other than "77". In this way, when the determined final level becomes a value other than "77" (when the process of S2704 is executed), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2705.

In S2705, the sub CPU 71 determines the effect content according to the determined final level and the growth type of the reserved character. Specifically, the sub CPU 71 has the effect stage number determined by referring to the level determination table and the growth type (balanced type, middle stage type, second half type, special type) of the reserved character indicated by the character reserved image. Or a definite type), and a specific method of raising the level (timing and numerical value of the level to be raised per time) is determined according to the type. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S2705, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2706.

In S2706, the sub CPU 71 sets the level to "77" in the middle stage of leveling up to the final level (before the final level, at any timing when the level value is increased) for the determined production content. Determine if it is. If the sub CPU 71 determines that the level is not "77" in the middle of leveling up to the final level (S2706: NO), the level determination process is terminated and the process is started when the winning command is received. Move to processing. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the level is "77" in the middle of the level up to the final level (S2706: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2707.

In S2707, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the lottery result of the jackpot determination is a loss. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a loss (S2707: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2708.

On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a big hit (S2707: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the level determination process and shifts the process to the process at the time of receiving the start winning command. In this case, since the level is "77" in the middle of the level up to the final level, the expectation of a big hit is unintentionally given, but since the lottery result of the big hit judgment is also a big hit, the game It does not spoil the interest of the person. Therefore, the level determined in S2701 is determined as the final final level.

In S2708, the sub CPU 71 redraws within a predetermined level range until all the levels become values other than "77" in the middle of the level up to the final level. In this way, when all the levels become values other than "77" in the middle of the level up (when the process of S2708 is executed), the sub CPU 71 ends the level determination process and starts the process. Move to receive processing.

[Medium boss battle first production decision processing]
Next, the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process of S2406 executed in the process of receiving the start winning command will be described with reference to FIG. 87.

In S2801, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the determined effect is a middle boss battle effect. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined effect is not the middle boss battle effect (S2801: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process and shifts the process to the process at the time of receiving the start winning command. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined effect is the middle boss battle effect (S2801: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2802.

In S2802, the sub CPU 71 draws a lottery for determining the preemptive damage (damage type) based on the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination table shown in FIG. 87. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination table, and based on the success or failure (big hit or loss) and the level of the reserved character at the start of the middle boss battle (runtime level), the damage type is selected by random number lottery. Make a decision. When the process of S2802 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the middle boss battle preemptive effect determination process and shifts the process to the process when the start winning command is received.

[Large boss battle production decision processing]
Next, the large boss battle effect determination process of S2407 executed in the process of receiving the start winning command will be described with reference to FIG. 88.

In S2901, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the determined effect is a large boss battle effect. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined effect is not the large boss battle effect (S2901: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the large boss battle effect determination process and shifts the process to the process when the start winning command is received. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the determined effect is a large boss battle effect (S2901: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S2902.

In S2902, the sub CPU 71 performs a lottery for determining the final arrangement, the number of promotion times, and the initial arrangement of the technique selection list displayed in the large boss battle effect based on the arrangement lottery table shown in FIGS. 71 and 72. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the placement lottery table, and is finally placed by random number lottery based on the success / failure (big hit or loss), the reserved character, and the level of the reserved character at the start of the big boss battle (starting level). Determine the number of promotions and initial placement. The initial arrangement is determined with reference to the number of holdings at the start of fluctuation (number of holdings at the time of fluctuation), as will be described later.

In this way, when the processing of S2902 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the large boss battle effect determination processing and shifts the processing to the processing at the time of receiving the start winning command.

[Processing when receiving a variable pattern specification command]
FIG. 89 is a flowchart showing a processing at the time of receiving a variation pattern designation command executed by the sub CPU 71.

In S3001, the sub CPU 71 is a boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction, and determines whether or not there is a support effect. The sub CPU 71 is a boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction, and when it is determined that there is a support effect (S3001: YES), the process is transferred to S3002. On the other hand, when it is determined that the sub CPU 71 is not the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction or there is no support effect (S3001: NO), the process is transferred to S3005.

In S3002, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the current pending number is equal to or greater than the number of support times determined in S2408 of the start winning command reception processing. In the present embodiment, the current number of holdings means the number of holdings at the start of variable display. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the current number of pending items is equal to or greater than the number of supported times (S3002: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S3003. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the current number of pending items is not equal to or greater than the number of supported times (S3002: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S3004.

In S3003, the sub CPU 71 determines the number of times of support determined in S2408 of the process at the time of receiving the start winning command as the final number of times of support (upper limit), and performs a process of setting the effect data of the support effect according to the reserved character. When the processing of S3003 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

In S3004, the sub CPU 71 determines the same number of times as the current number of reserved characters as the final number of supported times (upper limit), and performs a process of setting the effect data of the support effect according to the reserved character. When the processing of S3004 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing. In the present embodiment, the current number of holdings indicates the number of holdings at the start of the variable display, but it may also indicate the number of holdings at the time of reaching. In that case, since the command is not transmitted at the time of reach, the sub CPU 71 measures the time from the start of fluctuation to the execution of reach based on the determined fluctuation time and the content of the effect, and is based on the number of start winning commands received during that time. The number of holds at the time of reach is calculated and executed.

Further, in S3005, which shifts to the case where it is determined in S3001 that there is no boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction or there is no support effect (S3001: NO), whether or not the sub CPU 71 is a normal large boss battle effect. To judge. If the sub CPU 71 determines that it is not a normal large boss battle effect (S3005: NO), the process is transferred to S3009. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that it is a normal large boss battle effect (S3005: YES), the process is transferred to S3006.

In S3006, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the current number of pending items is equal to or greater than the number of promotions determined in S2901 of the large boss battle effect determination process. In the present embodiment, the current number of holdings means the number of holdings at the start of variable display. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the current number of reserved items is equal to or greater than the number of promotion times (S3006: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S3007. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the current number of pending items is not equal to or greater than the number of promotions (S3006: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S3008. In the present embodiment, the current number of holdings indicates the number of holdings at the start of the variable display, but it may also indicate the number of holdings at the time of reaching.

In S3007, the sub CPU 71 determines the initial arrangement determined in S2901 of the large boss battle effect determination process as the final initial arrangement, and performs a process of setting the effect data. When the processing of S3007 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

In S3008, the sub CPU 71 determines the final initial arrangement so that the number of promotion is the same as the current number of reservations based on the current number of reservations, and performs a process of setting the effect data. When the processing of S3008 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

Specifically, when the final placement, the number of promotions, and the initial placement are determined with reference to the placement lottery table, the number of holdings at the start of the fluctuation and the promotion number placement are compared. Here, when the number of holds (the number of character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 at the start of change, that is, the number of hold images during change) is less than the required number of promotions, the initial placement is promoted to the final placement. It will not be completed (the number of promotions will be insufficient). Therefore, in such a case, the number of promotions (that is, the initial placement) is drawn again.

Further, in S3009 which shifts to the case where it is determined in S3005 that it is not the boss battle effect during the normal gaming state (S3005: NO), the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data of the effect according to the other variation pattern designation command. conduct. When the processing of S3009 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

Hereinafter, a specific display example (first display example) of the level-up effect when the growth type of the reserved character is the balanced type will be described with reference to FIGS. 90 and 91.

In addition, in FIG. 90 and FIG. 91, it is assumed that the pseudo-ream is started from the mode background 1 (usually 1 (town)). Further, it is assumed that the character hold image showing the hold character A is displayed in the character display area 600, and the hold character A appears in the display area 4A. Further, it is assumed that the current level of the reserved character A is "10". The growth type of the reserved character A is set to the balanced type.

In FIG. 90 (a), the current mode background is usually 1 (town). In order to raise the level of the reserved character A and promote the stage, the appearance (notice) of defeating the enemy character and gaining experience points is displayed. In this way, the reserved character A has acquired the experience value (level) necessary for promotion to the next stage. Note that FIG. 90A shows “mode 1 is being executed” among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 90 (b), it is displayed that the reserved character A has acquired experience points and the level has reached “20”. In addition, the state in which the reserved character A is powered up is displayed. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 10 to 20. Note that FIG. 90B shows "at the time of transition from mode 1 to 2" among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 90 (c), the mode background shifts from normal 1 (town) to normal 2 (outside). The reserved character A is displayed to win the enemy character and gain experience points in order to raise the level and promote the stage. In this way, the reserved character A has acquired the experience value (level) necessary for promotion to the next stage. Note that FIG. 90C shows "mode 2 is being executed" among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 90 (d), it is displayed that the reserved character A has acquired experience points and the level has reached “40”. In addition, the state in which the reserved character A is powered up is displayed. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 20 to 40. Note that FIG. 90 (d) shows "at the time of transition from mode 2 to 3" among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 91 (e), since the stages were promoted in order (specifically, the transition from normal 2 (outside) to normal 3 (dungeon 1F), and then from normal 3 (dungeon 1F) to normal 4 It is assumed that the mode background is normally 4 (dungeon 2F) (because it has moved to (dungeon 2F)). The reserved character A is displayed to be depressed because he was defeated by the enemy character (specifically, because he could not destroy the egg). Thus, in FIG. 91 (e), the reserved character A could not acquire the experience value (level) necessary for promotion to the next stage. Therefore, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is not 80, which is necessary for promotion to the next stage, but 60. Note that FIG. 91 (e) shows "mode 4 is being executed" among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 91 (f), since the stage could not be promoted, the mode background is normally 4 (dungeon 2F). In this way, if the stage cannot be promoted, the reach corresponding to the current stage (the stage where the promotion of the next stage fails) will be started. In this way, in FIG. 91 (f), the middle boss battle reach (middle boss battle production) corresponding to the normal 4 is started, and the appearance of the enemy character (middle boss) is displayed.

Next, in FIG. 91 (g), the message "BATTLE start!" Is displayed, and the middle boss battle effect is performed. In addition, as a reserved character for battle with an enemy character (middle boss), not only the reserved character A (the character reserved image is displayed in the character display area 600) but also the character reserved image in the reserved character display area 610. It is displayed that the reserved character B and the reserved character C in which are displayed are also appearing. In this way, in the middle boss battle effect shown in FIG. 91 (g), a state in which a party is formed by a plurality of reserved characters is displayed.

In this way, if the level-up effect is performed when the growth type of the reserved character is a balanced type, the reserved character defeats the enemy character in order to promote the current stage for each stage. Then, when the reserved character can defeat the enemy character, the stage is promoted. In this way, the jackpot expectation can be gradually increased. On the other hand, if the reserved character cannot defeat the enemy character, the stage cannot be promoted, and reach production is performed according to the current stage.

In the above display example (first display example), the stage is promoted one by one, but for example, it changes from "10" to "40" at once according to the experience value obtained by acquiring the level of the reserved character. It may be raised to shift the mode background from normal 1 (town) to normal 3 (dungeon 1F). With such an effect, it is possible to give the player the impression that the expectation of the big hit has risen at once. As described above, the promotion of the stage (transition of the mode background) and the level up are not limited to the display example as described above.

Further, in the above display example (first display example), one notice (notice of winning one enemy character and gaining experience value) is displayed on the stage where the reserved character is staying. However, a plurality of notices may be displayed. For example, the level "10" may be obtained in the first notice and the level "10" may be obtained in the second notice.

Hereinafter, a specific display example (second display example) of the level-up effect when the growth type of the reserved character is the balanced type will be described with reference to FIG. 92.

The display example shown in FIG. 92 (second display example) is displayed after the same display (effect) is performed halfway as the display example (first display example) shown in FIGS. 90 and 91. It is a thing. Specifically, the display example (second display example) shown in FIG. 92 is displayed after the same display is performed up to FIG. 90 (d). Therefore, in the following, the description up to the display example shown in FIG. 90 (d) will be omitted.

After FIG. 90 (d), in FIG. 92 (e), the reserved character A defeats the enemy character (destroys the egg) and gains experience points in order to raise the level and promote the stage. The situation is displayed. In this way, the reserved character A has acquired the experience value (level) necessary for promotion to the next stage. Note that FIG. 92E shows “mode 4 is being executed” among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 92 (f), it is displayed that the reserved character A has acquired experience points and the level has reached "80". In addition, the state in which the reserved character A is powered up is displayed. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 60 to 80. Note that FIG. 92 (f) shows “at the time of transition from mode 4 to 5” among the timings for raising the level.

Next, in FIG. 92 (f), the mode background shifts from normal 4 (dungeon 2F) to normal 5 (normal boss). In this way, since it was possible to be promoted to the final stage, the reach corresponding to the final stage will be started. That is, as shown in FIG. 92 (g), the large boss battle reach corresponding to the normal 5 (normal large boss battle production) is started, and the appearance of the enemy character (large boss) is displayed.

Next, in FIG. 92 (h), the message "BATTLE start!" Is displayed, and the big boss battle effect at the normal time is performed. In addition, as a reserved character for battle with an enemy character (large boss), not only the reserved character A (the character reserved image is displayed in the character display area 600) but also the character reserved image in the reserved character display area 610. It is displayed that the reserved character B and the reserved character C in which are displayed are also appearing. In this way, in the normal large boss battle production shown in FIG. 92 (h), it is displayed that a party is formed by a plurality of reserved characters.

In this way, when the level-up effect is performed when the growth type of the reserved character is the balance type, and the character is promoted to the final stage (unlike the first display example shown in FIGS. 90 and 91). Will start the normal big boss battle production. Since the big boss battle production at normal times is a production with a relatively high expectation of a big hit, it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

In the following, with reference to FIGS. 93 to 95, the timing of level-up according to the growth type of the reserved character when the level-up effect is performed will be described by comparing each growth type. For convenience, the level up shall be from level "10" to level "60".

FIG. 93 shows the timing of leveling up when the growth type of the reserved character is the balanced type after the notice before the reach.

First, as shown in FIG. 93 (a), in the pre-reach effect, the reserved character A is displayed to have acquired experience points. In this way, the reserved character A is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 20 (from 10).

Then, as shown in FIG. 93 (b), it is displayed that the reserved character A has acquired the experience value during the normal reach after the pre-reach effect. In this way, the reserved character A is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 20 to 40.

Then, as shown in FIG. 93 (c), after the normal reach and before the SP reach development, it is displayed that the reserved character A has acquired the experience value. In this way, the reserved character A is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 40 to 60.

In this way, when the growth type of the reserved character is a balanced type, the level-up is evenly performed (the timing is not biased).

Next, FIG. 94 shows the timing of level up when the growth type of the reserved character (in FIG. 94, the reserved character B) is the middle stage type after the advance notice of reach.

First, as shown in FIG. 94 (a), the reserved character B has not acquired experience points in the pre-reach production. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 remains at 10 and is not added.

Then, as shown in FIG. 94 (b), it is displayed that the reserved character B has acquired the experience value during the normal reach after the pre-reach effect. In this way, the reserved character B is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 10 to 40.

Then, as shown in FIG. 94 (c), after the normal reach and before the SP reach development, it is displayed that the reserved character B has acquired the experience value. In this way, the reserved character B is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 40 to 60.

In this way, when the growth type of the reserved character is the middle stage type, the experience value is not acquired before the reach, and a large amount of experience value is acquired during the normal reach.

Next, FIG. 95 shows the timing of level up when the growth type of the reserved character (in FIG. 95, the reserved character C) is the latter half type after the advance notice of reach.

First, as shown in FIG. 95 (a), the reserved character C has not acquired experience points in the pre-reach production. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 remains at 10 and is not added.

Then, as shown in FIG. 95 (b), the reserved character C has not acquired the experience value during the normal reach after the pre-reach effect. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 remains at 10 and is not added.

Then, as shown in FIG. 95 (c), after the normal reach and before the SP reach development, it is displayed that the reserved character C has acquired the experience value. In this way, the reserved character C is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 10 to 60.

In this way, when the growth type of the reserved character is the latter half type, experience points are not acquired before and during normal reach, and a lot of experience points are acquired before SP reach development after normal reach. ..

In this way, when the level-up effect is performed, even if the final level is the same, the timing of level-up differs depending on the growth type of the reserved character. In this way, since it is possible to display various level-up modes to the player, it is possible to enhance the interest of the player.

The timing of leveling up is set according to the growth type of the reserved character (that is, the timing of leveling up is, for example, even if the reserved characters are different characters, if the growth type is the same. , But not limited to this). For example, when each reserved character is provided with a dedicated effect performed only by the reserved character and this dedicated effect is performed, the level may be raised at a timing different from that of the growth type.

FIG. 96 shows an example of a dedicated effect performed only by the reserved character for each reserved character.

In FIG. 96, the reserved character C whose growth type is the latter half type has appeared. In such a case, when the level-up effect is performed, the level is normally raised at the timing shown in FIG. 95. However, in FIG. 96, a special production of the reserved character C (a production in which the experience value can be obtained as the player stops at the deviation) is performed. In such a case, the level of the reserved character C will rise at a timing different from the timing shown in FIG. 95.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 96 (a), in the pre-reach effect, the three decorative symbols are displayed (temporarily stopped) with misaligned stitches. In addition, the reserved character C is displayed as having acquired experience points. In this way, the reserved character C is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 20 (from 10).

Then, as shown in FIG. 96 (b), after the pre-reach effect, the three decorative symbols are displayed (temporarily stopped) with misaligned stitches during the normal reach. In addition, the reserved character C is displayed as having acquired experience points. In this way, the reserved character C is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 20 to 40.

Then, as shown in FIG. 96 (c), after the normal reach and before the development of the SP reach, the three decorative symbols are displayed (temporarily stopped) with misaligned stitches. The reserved character C is displayed as having acquired experience points. In this way, the reserved character C is displayed as having increased in level. Further, the numerical value displayed on the level display unit 2100 is added to 40 to 60.

In this way, when the special production is performed, the level rises at a timing different from the growth type of the reserved character, so that the player's interest can be enhanced. In addition, a special production is provided for each reserved character. That is, when a special effect is performed, the timing at which the level rises differs depending on the reserved character.

Hereinafter, a specific display example of the large boss battle effect in a normal time will be described with reference to FIGS. 97 to 99.

In FIGS. 97 to 99, the reserved characters A, the reserved characters B, and the reserved characters C are displayed as the reserved characters that battle with the enemy character (large boss). In this display example, the reserved character (that is, the leader) displayed in the character display area 600 is assumed to be the reserved character A. Further, it is assumed that the reserved character B and the reserved character C are the reserved characters (support members) displayed in the reserved character display area 610. In addition, in FIGS. 97 to 99, the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610 is not shown.

As shown in FIG. 97 (a), when the big boss appears and the normal large boss battle production is started, as shown in FIG. 97 (b), various information indicating the production contents of the large boss battle production is displayed. Is displayed. Specifically, the technique selection list is displayed in the area BP1 at the lower right of the display area 4A. Further, in the area BP2 at the lower part of the display area 4A, the face image of the reserved character (leader) who finally makes an attack using the special move is displayed. Further, the name of the enemy character (large boss) is displayed in the area BP3 at the lower left of the display area 4A. Further, in the area BP4 below the area BP3, the name of the last special move to be performed is displayed. In FIG. 97 (b), since the special move has not been determined yet, it is displayed as "waiting". Further, in the area BP5 below the area BP4, the name of the reserved character (leader) who makes the last attack is displayed.

Next, in FIG. 98 (c), it is displayed that the reserved character C other than the leader is attacking (small attack) the enemy character. In addition, it is displayed that the attack performed by the reserved character C is successful and the enemy character is damaged. In addition, because the enemy character was damaged, the technique shown in the upper right section (section 5) out of the total of 6 techniques displayed in the technique selection list was changed from rank C technique to rank B technique. There is. In this way, the technique shown in the technique selection list is changed to a technique that is promoted (ranked up) and easy to win.

Next, in FIG. 98 (d), it is displayed that the reserved character B other than the leader is attacking (small attack) the enemy character. In addition, it is displayed that the attack performed by the reserved character B is successful and the enemy character is damaged. In addition, because the enemy character was damaged, the technique shown in the lower left section (section 2) out of the total of 6 techniques displayed in the technique selection list was changed from rank B technique to rank A technique. There is. In this way, the technique shown in the technique selection list is changed to a technique that is promoted and easy to win.

Next, in FIG. 99 (e), a state of selecting a technique (special technique) finally used for an attack from the technique selection list is displayed. Specifically, one of the six sections is in a blinking state, and the blinking state is displayed in a counterclockwise transition from the six sections (blinking rotation state). Note that FIG. 99 (e) shows a state in which the upper left section (section 1) of the six sections is blinking. Further, a message such as "PUSH!" Or an image of a button is displayed in the display area 4A. In this way, by operating the pressing operation button 9A, the player is urged to stop the blinking rotation state of the technique selection list (select a technique).

Next, FIG. 99 (f) shows the display after the pressing operation button 9A is operated by the player. In FIG. 99 (f), the blinking rotation state of the technique selection list is stopped, the section (section 4) at the lower center is blinking, and the rank A technique is selected. In this way, the player is notified that the rank A technique has been selected as the special move of the attack performed by the leader. Further, since the special move has been decided, "Rank A move" is displayed in the area BP4. Then, it is displayed that the enemy character is defeated by the attack using the special move (rank A move) of the reserved character A (leader). In this way, when the reserved character A wins the enemy character, the three decorative symbols are stopped and displayed as hit symbols, and the big hit is notified. If the attack using the special move (rank A move) of the reserved character A is missed, the loss is notified.

In this way, in the normal big boss battle production, not only one reserved character (leader) but also the other reserved characters (support members) attack the enemy character and select a special move from the technique selection list. However, it destroys the enemy character by the attack using the special move. By these productions, the expectation of the player's big hit can be increased, and the player's interest can be enhanced. In addition, since the techniques shown in the technique selection list are upgraded by the attacks of the other reserved characters, the player can immediately see that the expectation of the big hit has increased.

Hereinafter, a specific display example of the support effect performed in the boss battle effect during the probabilistic change time reduction will be described with reference to FIGS. 100 and 101.

In addition, in FIG. 100 and FIG. 101, it is assumed that the reserved character A is displayed as the reserved character that battles with the enemy character (boss).

In FIG. 100 (a), the variation of the three decorative symbols is started, and the appearance of the enemy character (boss) is displayed. In addition, by displaying the message "Battle starts with the design tempai!", The player is informed that the boss battle production during the probable change time reduction will be started when the reach is reached. At the start of the variable display, it is assumed that the character hold images displayed in the hold character display area 610 are only those showing the hold character B.

Next, in FIG. 100 (b), since the reach (design tempai) is reached, it is displayed that the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction has started. At this point, it is assumed that the reserved character information indicating the reserved character A has the reserved information with the big hit and it is decided to perform the support effect.

At the time shown in FIG. 100 (b), the number of reserved characters increases, and the reserved character display area 610 displays reserved characters C, reserved characters D, and reserved characters E as character reserved images. There is. Even in such a case, the reserved character to be supported in the support effect is determined based on the reserved character information at the start of the variable display. That is, in this display example, the reserved character B is determined as the reserved character for supporting (skill production). In this way, when the reserved character B is determined as the reserved character to be supported, it is determined that the support corresponding to the reserved character B is performed.

Next, in FIG. 100 (c), the message "DANGER" is displayed, and the state in which the enemy character attacks the reserved character A is displayed. In this way, when the attack of the enemy character reaches the reserved character A, the reserved character A may be damaged and defeated (that is, a loss may be notified).

Next, in FIG. 100 (d), the reserved character B (determined as the reserved character to support) appears, and the state of repelling the attack from the enemy character is displayed. In this way, the reserved character B is supported (skill production), so that the reserved character A is prevented from being defeated.

Next, in FIG. 101 (e), a state in which the enemy character is defeated by the attack of the reserved character A is displayed. In this way, when the reserved character A wins the enemy character, the three decorative symbols are stopped and displayed as hit symbols, and the big hit is notified.

In this way, in the support effect performed in the boss battle effect during the probable change time reduction, not only the hold character (of the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600) but also the enemy character is supported by other hold characters. Because you can win the game, even if the reserved character may be defeated, the expectation of a big hit remains, so you can increase the interest of the player.

<Another example of the second embodiment>
Hereinafter, another example of the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 102 to 112. The same or similar components as those according to the first embodiment and the second embodiment described above are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted.

[Level takeover character decision table / Level takeover production]
First, the level takeover character determination table arranged in the program ROM 72 of the sub-control circuit 70 will be described.

FIG. 102 shows a level takeover character determination table for determining whether or not a level takeover effect is performed in a normal gaming state, and if a level takeover effect is performed, the effect content of the takeover effect is determined.

The level takeover effect is a so-called look-ahead notice effect. Specifically, when it is decided that the level takeover effect will be performed, the hold character (hereinafter referred to as "new hold character") indicated by the newly won hold character image is determined. Then, the reserved character indicated by the reserved character image displayed before that (that is, already displayed in the character display area 600 and / and the reserved character display area 610) (hereinafter referred to as "existing reserved character"). ) Is changed to the new reserved character. Then, the new reserved character inherits the level of the new reserved character changed from the existing reserved character, and when the variable display starts, the production is performed from a relatively high level. In addition, the transfer of the level means that the level of the previous reserved character is added to the level of the next reserved character.

For example, if the reserved character B and the reserved character C are displayed as existing reserved characters and the reserved character A is determined as a new reserved character, the reserved character B and the reserved character C are changed to the reserved character A. The character. Then, the level acquired by the changed reserved character A (formerly reserved character B) is taken over by the changed reserved character A (formerly reserved character C). In addition, the level acquired by the changed reserved character A (originally reserved character C) is taken over by the new reserved character A. In this way, when the new reserved character A is displayed in the display area 4A, the effect can already be performed from a relatively high level.

In the level takeover character determination table, for each sub-variation pattern number determined by referring to the sub-variation pattern determination table, the presence / absence of the level takeover effect, the number of takeovers (maximum) when there is the level takeover effect, and predetermined Based on the lottery value extracted (lottery) from the random number range (“0” to “99”) of the above, the presence / absence of the level takeover effect and the lottery value information for determining the number of takeovers are defined. In this way, by referring to the level takeover character determination table, the presence / absence of the level takeover effect and the number of takeovers are determined.

In the level transfer effect, the reserved character indicated by the reserved character image displayed in the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610 becomes the reserved character to be changed (that is, the reserved character on the side of handing over the level). .. Therefore, even when the level takeover effect is performed, the maximum number of characters that can be taken over is four, which is the sum of one of the character display area 600 and three of the four reserved character display areas 610.

More specifically, in the case of sub-variation pattern numbers 1 to 4, it is determined that there is no level takeover effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 5, it is determined that there is no level takeover effect with a probability of 99/100, and it is determined that there is a level takeover effect with one takeover number with a probability of 1/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 6, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 95/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 5/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 7, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 90/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with two transfer times with a probability of 10/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 8, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 95/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with a probability of 5/100 that the number of transfer times is three.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 23, it is determined that there is no level takeover effect with a probability of 100/100.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 24, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 80/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 10/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 25, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 75/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 15/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 26, it is determined that there is no level takeover effect with a probability of 70/100, and it is determined that there is a level takeover effect with one takeover number with a probability of 20/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 27, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 80/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 10/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 28, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 75/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 15/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 29, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 70/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with one transfer count with a probability of 20/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is two.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 30, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 50/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with two transfer times with a probability of 30/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is three times.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 31, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 50/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with two transfer times with a probability of 30/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is three times.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 32, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 50/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with two transfer times with a probability of 30/100. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is three times.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 33, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 20/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with a probability of 30/100 that the number of transfer times is 3 times. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is four.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 34, it is determined that there is no level takeover effect with a probability of 20/100, and it is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of 30/100 that the number of transfers is 3 times. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is four.

Further, in the case of the sub-variation pattern number 35, it is determined that there is no level transfer effect with a probability of 20/100, and it is determined that there is a level transfer effect with a probability of 30/100 that the number of transfer times is 3 times. It is determined that there is a level takeover effect with a probability of / 100 that the number of takeovers is four.

In this way, in each of the hit / miss and the big hit, the reach production with a high expectation of the big hit (the production with a large number of pseudo-reams) makes it easier for the level to be taken over and the number of takeovers to be larger. It is stipulated. In addition, it is stipulated that a big hit is easier to take over and the number of takeovers is larger if the result is a big hit than a loss.

Here, the level takeover effect is to take over the level from the hold character indicated by the hold character image displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610. Therefore, when the number of inherited characters is determined with reference to the level inherited character determination table, if the number of inherited characters is larger than the number of character reserved images, the number of inherited times is insufficient.

Therefore, when the level transfer effect is performed with reference to the level transfer character determination table and the number of transfer times is determined, the reserved character image displayed in the character display area 600 and the reserved character display area 610. , Comparison with the number of takeovers is made. Then, when the number of inherited images is larger than the number of character reserved images, the determined number of inherited images is changed.

Specifically, for example, when the number of character hold images displayed in the character display area 600 and the hold character display area 610 is 2, and the number of takeovers is determined to be 3, the required number of takeovers is Since there is a shortage once, the determined number of takeovers is changed from 3 to 2. According to such a change, it is possible to prevent the number of character reserved images from being insufficient for the determined number of inherited images.

Hereinafter, the processing executed by the sub CPU 71 will be described below.

The same or similar processing as that according to the second embodiment described above will be appropriately omitted by adding the same number of steps.

[Command analysis processing]
103 and 104 are flowcharts showing a command analysis process executed by the sub CPU 71 of the present embodiment (another example of the second embodiment). This command analysis process is substantially the same as that shown in FIGS. 81 and 82. Specifically, in the present embodiment (another example of the second embodiment), the difference from the second embodiment is the processing at the time of receiving the start winning command of S4306 and the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command of S4308. Hereinafter, these processes will be described.

[Processing when starting winning command is received]
FIG. 105 is a flowchart showing a process at the time of receiving a start winning command executed by the sub CPU 71 of the present embodiment (another example of the second embodiment). The processing at the time of receiving the start winning command is substantially the same as that shown in FIG. 83. Specifically, in the present embodiment (another example of the second embodiment), the difference from the second embodiment is the reserved character determination process of S4402. This process will be described below.

[Holding character determination process]
Next, the pending character determination process executed in the process of receiving the start winning command will be described with reference to FIG. 106.

In S5001, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the gaming state is the normal gaming state. The sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5012 when the gaming state is not the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is off (S5001: NO). On the other hand, when the gaming state is the normal gaming state, that is, when the normal gaming state flag is on (S5001: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5002.

In S5002, the sub CPU 71 draws a lottery for determining a determined character number (a number associated with the determined reserved character) based on the reserved character determination table shown in FIG. 63. In this process, the sub CPU 71 refers to the reserved character determination table shown in FIG. 63, and determines the determined character number by random number lottery based on the sub fluctuation pattern number. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5002, the sub CPU 71 transfers the process to S5003.

In S5003, the sub CPU 71 determines the reserved character from the characters other than the currently displayed character among the determined determined character numbers. This process is almost the same as the process of S2503 in FIG. 84. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5003, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5004.

In S5004, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not there is a level takeover effect and the number of takeovers (maximum) when there is a level takeover effect. Specifically, the sub CPU 71 refers to the level takeover character determination table shown in FIG. 102, and based on the sub fluctuation pattern number, whether or not there is a level takeover effect by random number lottery, and the number of takeovers when there is a level takeover effect. (Maximum) and determine. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5004, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5005. If it is not changing, there is no character to be taken over, so there is no takeover effect.

In S5005, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not there is a level takeover effect as a result of the processing of S5004. When the sub CPU 71 determines that there is a level takeover effect (S5005: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5006. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no level takeover effect (S5005: NO), the sub CPU 71 ends the pending character determination process and shifts the process to the start winning command process.

In S5006, the sub CPU 71 turns on the takeover flag. The takeover flag is a flag indicating whether or not there is a level takeover effect. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5006, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5007.

In S5007, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the current number of pending items is equal to or greater than the number of items to be taken over (maximum). When the sub CPU 71 determines that the current number of pending items is not equal to or greater than the number of items to be taken over (maximum) (S5007: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5011. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the current pending number is equal to or greater than the inherited number (maximum) (S5007: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5008.

In S5008, the sub CPU 71 changes the reserved character images for the number of inherited characters to those indicating the determined reserved characters. For example, when the determined reserved character is the reserved character A, the reserved character images for the number of inherited characters are changed to those indicating the reserved character A. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5008, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5009.

In S5009, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the number of takeovers is 4. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the number of inherited units is 4 (S5009: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S5010. On the other hand, when it is determined that the number of inherited characters is not 4, the sub CPU 71 ends the reserved character determination process and shifts the process to the start winning command process.

In S5010, the sub CPU 71 sets a flag for changing the currently changing reserved character to the determined reserved character. That is, when the number of inherited characters is 4, it is not enough to change the reserved character indicated by the reserved character image displayed in the reserved character display area 610, so that the reserved character image displayed in the character display area 600 is displayed. The reserved character shown will be changed. The reserved character indicated by the reserved character image displayed in the character display area 600 may not be changed depending on the situation (timing) of the production. Therefore, by setting the flag in this way, the holding character can be changed according to the production content. I am trying to change it. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5010, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to the start winning command process.

In S5011, when it is determined in S5007 that the current number of reserved characters is not equal to or greater than the number of inherited characters (maximum) (S5007: NO), the sub CPU 71 determines the number of reserved character images to be changed to the determined reserved character (that is, reserved). The number of reserved characters shown in the character image) is determined based on the current number of reserved characters. In this way, there is no shortage in the number of takeovers that is finally decided. For example, if the number of reserved items is 0, the number of items to be taken over is also set to 0. That is, in this case, the reserved character is not changed. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5011, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to the start winning command process.

In S5012, which is the case where it is determined in S5001 that the gaming state is not the normal gaming state (S5001: NO), the gaming state is the probabilistic gaming state (more specifically, the probabilistic / shortened gaming state, or the non-probable change / non-probability change / It is assumed that the game is in a short-time game state). In such a case, the sub CPU 71 determines the next reserved character based on the current final reserved character. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5012, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to the start winning command process.

[Processing when receiving a variable pattern specification command]
Next, the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern specification command executed in the command analysis processing will be described with reference to FIG. 107.

In S5101, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the takeover flag is on. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the takeover flag is on (S5101: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5102. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the takeover flag is off (S5101: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S5110.

In S5102, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the takeover hold (the hold character on the side that hands over the level) remains. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the takeover hold (the holding character on the side where the level is handed over) remains (S5102: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5104. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that there is no transfer hold (holding character on the side of handing over the level) (S5102: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5103.

In S5103, the sub CPU 71 turns off the takeover flag. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5103, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5104.

In S5104, the sub CPU 71 sets the value of the level of the previous reserved character as the value of the initial level (the level displayed first) of the current reserved character, and also sets the value of the final level of the current reserved character. to add. The "previous reserved character" indicates a reserved character displayed in the character display area 600 and indicated by the reserved character image whose level up has been completed. Further, the "currently reserved character" is a reserved character indicated by the reserved character image that shifts from the reserved character display area 610 to the character display area 600, and indicates a reserved character to be leveled up from now on.

For example, suppose that the level value of the previous reserved character was "20". Further, it is assumed that the value of the initial level of the reserved character this time is "10" and the value of the final level is "40". In such a case, by performing the process of S5104, the value of the initial level of the reserved character this time is set to "20" instead of "10". The final level of the reserved character this time is "60", which is "40" plus "20".

When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5104, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5105.

In S5105, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the final level of the current reserved character (more specifically, the final level when the level is inherited from the previous reserved character) exceeds the level "99". When the sub CPU 71 determines that the final level of the reserved character exceeds the level "99" (S5105: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5106. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the final level of the reserved character does not exceed the level "99" (S5105: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the processing to S5109.

In S5106, the sub CPU 71 determines whether or not the lottery result of the big hit determination is a hit. When the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a hit (S5106: YES), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5108. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 71 determines that the lottery result of the big hit determination is a loss (S5106: NO), the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5107.

In S5107, the sub CPU 71 sets the final level to "98". That is, even if the jackpot determination is wrong, the final level may reach "99" by taking over the level. Here, the final level "99" determines the jackpot. Therefore, by performing the processing of S5107, even though the final level becomes a numerical value suggesting a big hit and gives a feeling of expectation of a big hit, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the interest of the player due to the loss. be able to. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5107, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5109.

In S5108, the sub CPU 71 sets the final level to "99". That is, by taking over the level, the final level after the takeover may become a value larger than "99". Here, in the present embodiment, the upper limit of the final level is "99" even in the case of a big hit. Therefore, by performing the process of S5108, a value larger than the upper limit value of the final level is not determined. When the sub CPU 71 executes the process of S5108, the sub CPU 71 shifts the process to S5109.

In S5109, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data of the effect according to the final level value. When the processing of S5109 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

Further, in S5110, the sub CPU 71 performs a process of setting the effect data of the effect corresponding to the other variation pattern designation command. When the processing of S5110 is executed, the sub CPU 71 ends the processing at the time of receiving the variation pattern designation command and shifts to the command analysis processing.

Hereinafter, a specific display example of the level takeover effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 108 to 110.

In FIG. 108 (a), it is assumed that the character hold image showing the hold character A is displayed in the character display area 600. Further, it is assumed that the character hold image indicating the hold character B is displayed in the first hold character display area 610a of the hold character display area 610. Further, it is assumed that the character hold image showing the hold character C is displayed in the second hold character display area 610b. Further, the mode background is usually 1 (town). Further, the level of the reserved character A is assumed to be "10".

Next, in FIG. 108 (b), it is assumed that the pending information is newly acquired and it is decided to perform the level takeover effect with the number of takeovers being two times. Further, it is assumed that the reserved character D is determined as a new reserved character (a reserved character that inherits the level).

In this way, new hold information (character hold image showing the hold character D) is displayed in the third hold character display area 610c. Further, since the number of times of transfer is two, the reserved character display area (first reserved character display area 610a and second reserved character display area 610b) one and two previous from the third reserved character display area 610c is reserved. Each character has been changed to a reserved character D. In this way, the changed reserved character D in the first reserved character display area 610a and the second reserved character display area 610b hands over the level to the reserved character D in the third reserved character display area 610c. In this example, each hold character to be taken over is changed at the same time as the display of the new hold character, but it may be executed due to a changing effect or when the hold is subtracted. Not limited. Further, in FIG. 108 (b), the reserved character D in the third reserved character display area 610c, which is the target of level transfer, is highlighted, but the highlighting is not executed, and the highlighting mode can be changed as appropriate. Is.

Next, as shown in FIG. 108 (c), all the character hold images are moved and displayed so as to shift to the left. In addition, the highlighting of the reserved character D in the second reserved character display area 610b, which is reserved to be taken over, is also shifted in accordance with the shift. In this way, the character reserved image displayed in the first reserved character display area 610a is displayed in the character display area 600, and the variable display of the decorative symbol is started based on the character reserved image. Further, the reserved character D indicated by the character reserved image displayed in the character display area 600 has acquired experience points in the display area 4A, and the level has been promoted from "10" to "20".

Next, as shown in FIG. 108 (d), all the character hold images are moved and displayed so as to shift to the left. In addition, the highlighting of the reserved character D in the first reserved character display area 610a, which is reserved to be taken over, is also shifted in accordance with the shift. In this way, the character reserved image displayed in the first reserved character display area 610a is displayed in the character display area 600, and the variable display of the decorative symbol is started based on the character reserved image. At this time, the hold character D (new hold character D) indicated by the character hold image newly displayed in the character display area 600 inherits the final level "20" of the previous hold character D (20). That is, it does not return to level "10"). Further, since the final level 20 of the new reserved character D is determined based on the level determination tables of FIGS. 65 and 66, the final level "20" determined to be the initial level "20" is set to "20". The added "40" is determined as the final level after the takeover, the experience value is acquired in the display area 4A, the level rises to "40", and the fluctuation is completed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 109 (e), all the character hold images are moved and displayed so as to shift to the left. In this way, the character hold image for which the takeover effect is started is displayed in the character display area 600, and the variable display of the decorative pattern is started based on the character hold image. In addition, the highlighting of the character D in the character display area 600, which is pending to be taken over, is also shifted in accordance with the shift. At this time, the new reserved character D inherits the level "40" which is the final level of the previous reserved character B. Further, since the final level 20 of the new reserved character D is determined based on the level determination tables of FIGS. 65 and 66, the final level "20" determined to be the initial level "40" is set to "20". The added "60" is determined as the final level after taking over, gains experience points in the display area 4A, and the level has risen to "60". In this way, in this display example, the takeover effect is successful, and all the levels to be taken over can be taken over by the last reserved character D. In this way, as shown in FIG. 109 (f), a reach effect with a high expectation of a big hit is performed according to the mode background.

It should be noted that when the level takeover effect is executed, an effect that fails by pretending to be executed (takeover failure effect) may be executed. In FIG. 110 (e), the level has not risen from the state shown in FIG. 108 (d), and the new reserved character D has failed to take over the level of the previous reserved character D. In this way, if the level transfer fails in the level transfer effect, all the levels targeted for transfer cannot be transferred to the last reserved character D. In such a case, as shown in FIG. 110 (f), a reach effect with a low expectation of a big hit is performed according to the mode background.

Here, in another example of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 110 (e), even if the level transfer fails in the level transfer effect, the level is transferred again (hereinafter referred to as the effect). "Continue production") can be performed.

Hereinafter, a specific display example of the continue effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 110 to 112.

Note that FIG. 111 is assumed to show the continuation of the state shown in FIG. 110 (e). In addition, in FIG. 110 (e), it is assumed that new hold information is acquired and it is decided to perform the continue effect. As described above, the continue effect is an effect of taking over the level again. Therefore, the reserved character that takes over the level needs to be the same as the reserved character that took over the level in the level takeover effect (that is, the reserved character D in this display example).

Further, in FIG. 110 (e), the new hold information (character hold image) is displayed in the third hold character display area 610c of the hold character display area 610. That is, between the character hold image on which the takeover effect is started (in FIG. 110 (e), the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600) and the character hold image on which the continue effect is started. Two character display images showing the reserved character A and the reserved character C are displayed. As described above, at first glance, the character hold image displayed in the character display area 600 and the character hold image for starting the continue effect are displayed so as not to have any relationship with each other. It is desirable not to execute the above highlighting in the continue effect.

Further, as shown in FIG. 111 (g), all the character hold images are moved and displayed so as to shift to the left. In the state shown in FIG. 111 (g), the character hold image for starting the continue effect is displayed in the second hold character display area 610b (not yet displayed in the character display area 600). Further, in this state, the mode background is usually 1 (town) of the basic pattern. Further, in this state, the message "Continue?" Is displayed in the display area 4A. In this way, the player is informed that the continuation effect is performed and the level may be taken over.

In this way, FIG. 111 (h) shows a state in which the character hold image for which the continue effect is started is displayed in the character display area 600. In this state, the state shown in FIG. 110 (e), that is, the scene in which the level transfer fails in the level transfer effect is displayed again in the display area 4A. Also, the mode background was usually 1 (town) in the previous variation display, but in this state, it is usually 4 (dungeon 2) when the level transfer fails. Further, the level display unit 2100 displays the level value (level "40" in this display example) displayed in the reach effect when the level transfer fails in the level transfer effect. In this way, the player is notified that the character hold image currently displayed in the character display area 600 has a relationship with the level takeover effect in which the previous takeover failed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 111 (h), the message "Continue?" And the image of the button are displayed in the display area 4A. In this way, by operating the pressing operation button 9A, the player is urged to perform a continue effect (that is, to take over the level again).

Next, FIG. 111 (i) shows a state in which the pressing operation button 9A is operated by the player and the continue effect is successful. In FIG. 111 (i), the state in which the reserved character B is powered up is displayed. In addition, the message "Continue success!" Is displayed in the display area 4A.

Thus, as shown in FIG. 111 (j), the continuation of FIG. 110 (e) is displayed. That is, the value of the level in the state of FIG. 110 (e) is maintained, and the mode background is usually 4 (dungeon 2F). Further, the reserved character D has acquired experience points in the display area 4A.

In this way, as shown in FIG. 112 (k), the level of the reserved character D rises to "60", and the mode background also shifts to normal 5 (normal boss). In this way, with the appearance of the big boss, the normal big boss battle production is started. Further, as shown in FIG. 112 (l), when the reserved character D wins the big boss in the normal big boss battle, the big hit is confirmed and the effect of notifying the big hit is performed.

As described above, in another example of the present embodiment, even if the level transfer fails in the level transfer effect, the continue effect for re-taking the level can be performed. In this way, even though the level takeover production has failed, the player's interest can be enhanced by performing a production with a high expectation of a big hit as if it were a revival production.

In the continue effect, it is determined that the takeover effect has failed, and while the look-ahead effect including the takeover effect is being executed, there is a hold that does not become a big hit, and the hold that is won after that is a specific variation pattern and is not shown. If you win the continue production execution lottery by probability, you can execute it. Further, the continue effect is performed by the character hold image displayed in the hold character display area 610 while the character hold image for which the takeover effect is started is displayed in the character display area 600.

In addition, the continue effect is restarted from the normal 1 (town) when the mode background occurs in the normal 1 (town) or the normal 2 (outside), and when the mode background occurs in the normal 3 (dungeon 1F), the normal 3 (dungeon). It can be restarted from 1F), and if it occurs in normal 4 (dungeon 2F), it can be restarted from normal 4 (dungeon 2F). In this way, when it occurs normally in 4 (dungeon 2F), it will definitely develop beyond the boss reach, so the expectation of a big hit is very high (extremely hot) production. In addition, the execution conditions of the continue effect and the content of the effect at the time of execution can be set as appropriate.

Further, the above-mentioned takeover failure effect is determined mainly when the hold for executing the takeover effect is lost. However, in a part of the fluctuation that becomes a big hit, after executing the takeover failure effect, the boss may be defeated within the fluctuation and become a big hit. Even in that case, it is desirable to define the selection rate as a rare case and set the selection rate so that the expectation of a big hit is higher when the transfer is successful. Of course, when the takeover fails, the loss may be confirmed by the fluctuation (it is not selected at the time of a big hit) so that the subsequent continuation production has a sense of expectation.

Further, the second embodiment also exemplifies a pachinko gaming machine as an example of a gaming machine, but the present invention is not limited to this, and other gaming machines such as a pachislot gaming machine and various enclosed gaming machines may be used. good. For example, when applied to a pachislot gaming machine, if a jackpot is won, the jackpot will start automatically, but in the pachislot gaming machine, games such as bonuses and ART corresponding to the jackpot will be automatically displayed after winning. It does not have to start with. Further, as a condition for starting the big hit lottery, a predetermined number of medals, which are game media, may be inserted and the start lever may be operated. Further, it goes without saying that the numerical values, information, components and the like shown in the present embodiment are merely examples and can be appropriately changed within the scope of the present invention.

<Third Embodiment>
Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 113 to 135. The same or similar components as those according to the first embodiment or the second embodiment described above are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted.

[Game board and peripheral members]
FIG. 113 is an exploded perspective view showing the gaming board 1 of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment (third embodiment) and its peripheral members. As shown in FIG. 113, the game board 1 has a front frame 11 and a rear frame 12, and these are integrally configured. The front frame 11 is provided with the guide rails 30, 30', the ordinary electric accessory unit 3400, the attacker unit 3500, and the like described above, and the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 is exposed to the front in the center of the inside thereof. The opening 11A for the purpose is formed. The rear frame 12 is provided with a logo unit 1000 so as to be located above the peripheral edge of the opening 11A of the front frame 11, and a decorative member 1500 is provided so as to partially expose along the peripheral edge of the opening 11A. ..

Behind the rear frame 12, the accessory unit 2000 is arranged. The accessory unit 2000 includes a level display unit 2100 and a shutter device 2200. The level display unit 2100 and the shutter device 2200 are arranged so as to be partially exposed along the peripheral edge of the opening 11A of the front frame 11 when not in operation, and can be moved toward the center of the opening 11A in operation. ing. The front frame 11 and the rear frame 12 of the game board 1, and the accessory unit 2000 are attached to the rear frame base plate 3b. A liquid crystal display device 4 is arranged in the center of the rear frame base plate 3b so as to expose the display area 4A forward.

[Logo unit]
Next, the logo unit 1000 in the gaming board 1 of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 114 to 120. FIG. 114 is a perspective view of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 115 is an exploded perspective view of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 116 is an exploded perspective view showing the back side of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 117 is a front view of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 118 is a perspective view showing the character block 1200 of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 119 is a perspective view showing the back side of the character block 1200 of the logo unit 1000. FIG. 120 is a front view showing the LED substrate 1100 of the logo unit 1000.

As shown in FIG. 115, the logo unit 1000 mainly includes an LED substrate 1100, a plurality of independent character blocks 1200, and a front cover 1300. The LED substrate 1100 is arranged behind the front cover 1300 and the character block 1200. The plurality of character blocks 1200 are arranged so that the main portion on which the characters are formed is exposed and protrudes forward from the front cover 1300. The front cover 1300 is fixed to the upper part of the rear frame 12 of the game board 1. The character block 1200 is formed into a three-dimensional character shape that can identify the character type when viewed from the front, but for convenience, the character block 1200 is shown so as to form a three-dimensional shape that cannot identify the character type.

As shown in FIG. 120, a plurality of LEDs 1110 are provided on the front surface of the LED substrate 1100 so as to correspond to the character block 1200, respectively. A plurality of LEDs 1110 corresponding to each character block 1200 are arranged at the upper, lower, left, and right ends so as to be along the peripheral portion of the character block 1200 when viewed from the front. For example, focusing on the character block 1200 at the left end, one LED 1110a is arranged so as to correspond to the upper end portion of the character block 1200, and two LEDs 1110b and 1110c are arranged so as to correspond to the left end portion of the character block 1200. One LED 1110d is arranged so as to correspond to the lower end portion of the character block 1200, and two LEDs 1110e and 1110f are arranged so as to correspond to the right end portion of the character block 1200. As shown by the broken line in FIG. 120, these LEDs 1110a to 1110f are such that the LEDs 1110a to 1110c corresponding to the upper end portion and the left end portion of the character block 1200 can be lit and controlled by the sub CPU 71 as LEDs belonging to the first group, and the characters are displayed. The LEDs 1110d to 1110f corresponding to the lower end and the right end of the block 1200 can be controlled by the sub CPU 71 as LEDs belonging to the second group. Similarly, the plurality of LEDs 1110 corresponding to the other character blocks 1200 can be divided into a first group and a second group for lighting control. Some character blocks 1200 are arranged so that only one LED 1110 corresponds to the left end or the right end, but in any character block 1200, at least 1 is provided at each of the upper, lower, left, and right ends. The two LEDs 1110 are arranged so as to correspond.

According to such an arrangement of the LED 1110, when the LEDs 1110a to 1110c of the first group and the LEDs 1110d to 1110f of the second group are simultaneously turned on for one character block 1200, the entire character block 1200 is uniformly emitted. Can be done. Further, for example, when only the LEDs 1110a to 1110c of the first group are turned on, the upper half of the character block 1200 can be made to emit light, while when only the LEDs 1110d to 1110f of the second group are turned on, the upper half of the character block 1200 can be made to emit light. The lower half of the character block 1200 can be made to emit light, and the visual effect can be enhanced by changing the light emitting mode of the characters by the character block 1200. Further, the character blocks 1200 are sequentially turned on one by one, and the LED 1110 of any of the first group and the second group is turned on, the LEDs 1110 of the first group and the second group are turned on alternately, or the first group is turned on. By lighting the LEDs 1110 of the second group at the same time, the characters can be made to emit light in order in a variety of light emission modes, and the logo or the like can be clearly read. The groups of the LEDs 1110a to 1110f are not divided into individual character blocks 1200, but may be grouped over a plurality of character blocks 1200.

As shown in FIGS. 118 and 119, the character block 1200 is formed in a box shape by a light-transmitting transparent material. The character block 1200 has a character portion 1211, a edging portion 1212, and a side wall portion 1220 as portions protruding forward from the front cover 1300, and also has a concave cavity portion 1230 and a partition portion 1240 as a portion on the back surface side. It has a mounting portion 1250 for fixing so as to be behind the side wall portion 1220 and extend downward. A plurality of pinholes 1260 for alignment and screw holes 1270 for screwing are formed in the mounting portion 1250. As shown in FIG. 117, a gap is formed between the adjacent side wall portions 1220 and the side wall portion 1220 of the character block 1200 so that the outer surface of the upper portion 1310 of the front cover 1300, which will be described later, can be visually recognized from the front. Will be done.

The character portion 1211 is formed in a convex shape protruding forward from the edging portion 1212. Characters are drawn on the surface of the character portion 1211 by a secondary process such as printing with a non-light transmissive material. The edging portion 1212 is formed so as to substantially follow the outline of the character, and is formed so as to be slightly recessed behind the character portion 1211. The surface of the edging portion 1212 is not subjected to secondary processing such as printing. Therefore, the light from the LED 1110 passes through the surface of the edging portion 1212 and is irradiated outward. The side wall portion 1220 functions as a light guide portion that guides the light from the LED 1110 to the edging portion 1212, and also functions as a portion that can irradiate the light outward from the surface. The surface of the side wall portion 1220 is not subjected to secondary processing such as printing, so that the light from the LED 1110 is radiated outward from the surface of the side wall portion 1220 as well. Depending on the character type, the edging portion 1212 is also formed in the inner portion of the character portion 1211 in a plan view (not shown), but light is also emitted outward from such a edging portion 1212. Further, the character portion 1211 of the character block 1200 may have a predetermined shape such as a figure or a character other than the character.

The hollow portion 1230 may be divided into two on the left and right by the partition portion 1240 for one character block 1200, and may be only one without the partition portion 1240 depending on the character type. The partition portion 1240 mainly functions as a light guide portion that guides the light from the LED 1110 to the border portion 1212 (not shown) formed in the inner portion of the character portion 1211 in a plan view. The partition portion 1240 also functions as a structural reinforcing portion of the character block 1200. The light from the LED 1110 is also guided to the hollow portion 1230 and reaches the back surface of the character portion 1211, but the light does not leak from the character portion 1211 to the outside due to the surface treatment of the character portion 1211. On the other hand, the light incident on the side wall portion 1220 and the partition portion 1240 forming the periphery thereof from the cavity portion 1230 is guided to the edging portion 1212 and reaches the edging portion 1212, and is irradiated outward from the edging portion 1212. .. The character portion 1211 may be surface-treated so that light leaks to the outside. Further, a plurality of partition portions 1240 may be provided in one character block 1200 to partition more than two cavity portions 1230.

The mounting portion 1250 is aligned by inserting two pins 1312 provided on the back surface of the upper portion 1310 of the front cover 1300, which will be described later, into the pin hole 1260, and is further provided on the back surface of the lower portion 1320 of the front cover 1300. The screw hole 1270 is aligned with the screw hole 1321 and fixed by screwing. The fixed portion of such a mounting portion 1250 is covered by the lower portion 1320 of the front cover 1300 so as not to be seen from the outside.

As shown in FIG. 119, a pair of convex portions 1280, concave portions 1281, convex convex portions 1282, button-shaped convex portions 1283, and downwardly projecting convex portions 1284 are formed on the back surface side of the character block 1200. There is. A slope portion 1241 is formed in the middle portion of the partition portion 1240. The pair of convex portions 1280 are positioned side by side on the upper part of the back surface of the character block 1200, and are positioned with respect to the concave portions (not shown) of the LED substrate 1100. The recess 1281 is located above the mounting portion 1250 and is used as a positioning mark with respect to the LED substrate 1100. The convex portion 1282 is located on the side of the concave portion 1281 and is positioned with respect to the notched concave portion (not shown) provided at the lower end of the LED substrate 1100. The convex portion 1283 is located between the concave portion 1281 and the screw hole 1270, and is used as a positioning mark for the screw hole 1270. The convex portion 1284 is located at the lower end of the mounting portion 1250, and is positioned with respect to a concave portion (not shown) provided in a member separate from the LED substrate 1100 and the like. The slope portion 1241 is formed so as to efficiently distribute the light from the LED 1110 to the edging portion 1212. The slope portion 1241 may or may not be provided at a plurality of locations depending on the shape of the cavity portion 1230.

According to such a character block 1200, since it is provided so as to project from the front cover 1300 independently of each other while forming a gap between the adjacent side wall portions 1220 and the side wall portions 1220, it is drawn on the front cover 1300. Each character can be made to emit light without obstructing the visibility of the decorative design.

Further, since the character portion 1211 does not transmit light and the peripheral portions (edge portion 1212 and side wall portion 1220) of the character portion 1211 appear to emit light, the characters formed in the character portion 1211 clearly emerge. It can be made visible and the visual effect of the decoration can be improved.

As shown in FIGS. 114 to 117, the front cover 1300 has a light-transmitting upper portion 1310 having a decorative design on the outer surface and a non-light-transmitting lower portion 1320 having a title or the like drawn on the outer surface. Have. An opening 1311 for projecting the character portion 1211 of the character block 1200 toward the front is formed in the upper portion 1310, and a pair of alignment pins 1312 are formed below the back surface side of the opening 1311. There is. On the back surface of the lower portion 1320, a screw hole 1321 for screwing for fixing the mounting portion 1250 of the character block 1200 is formed.

According to such a front cover 1300, the decorative design can be visually recognized by the light leaking from the side wall portion 1220 even from the gap between the adjacent character blocks 1200 and the character blocks 1200, and a visual effect can be obtained. It will be possible to increase. Further, a mounting portion 1250 of the character block 1200 is fixed to the back side of the lower portion 1320 of the front cover 1300, and the fixed mounting portion 1250 is devised so as not to be seen from the outside by the non-light transmitting lower portion 1320. Therefore, it is possible to improve the design of the logo unit 1000 without spoiling the decorative design of the upper portion 1310 and the aesthetic appearance of the character block 1200.

[Character unit]
Next, the accessory unit 2000 of the gaming machine according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 121 to 135. FIG. 121 is a perspective view of the accessory unit 2000 in the standby state. FIG. 122 is a front view of the accessory unit 2000 in the standby state. FIG. 123 is a rear view of the accessory unit 2000 in the standby state. FIG. 124 is a perspective view of the accessory unit 2000 in the appearance state. FIG. 125 is a front view of the accessory unit 2000 in the appearance state. FIG. 126 is a rear view of the accessory unit 2000 in the appearance state. FIG. 127 is a perspective view of a main part showing a main part of the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 128 is a rear view of a main part notch showing a main part of the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 129 is an exploded perspective view of the level display unit 2100 in the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 130 is an exploded perspective view showing a rotating member 2110 in the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 131 is a plan view showing a diffuser lens 2113 included in the rotating member 2110 in the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 132 is a side view showing the level display unit 2100 in the accessory unit 2000. FIG. 133 is a front view of the level display unit 2100 in the accessory unit 2000. 134 and 135 are rear views showing the LED board 2130 of the level display unit 2100 in the accessory unit 2000. It should be noted that FIGS. 124 to 127 show a state in which the shutter device 2200 in the accessory unit 2000 is operated.

As shown in FIGS. 121 and 122, 124 and 125, the accessory unit 2000 mainly includes a level display unit 2100 and a shutter device 2200. As shown in FIG. 113, the level display unit 2100 and the shutter device 2200 are behind the game board 1 (rear frame 12) and are attached to the rear frame base plate 3b. As shown in FIG. 45, the level display unit 2100 is arranged so that a part of the upper portion thereof can be seen overlapping with the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the standby state (non-operating state), and is not particularly shown. , It is configured to move toward the center by the drive mechanism during operation. A part or all of the shutter device 2200 is arranged so as not to overlap with the display area 4A of the liquid crystal display device 4 in the standby state (non-operating state), and will be described later in the appearance state (during operation). The first movable unit 2220 and the second movable unit 2230 are configured to move toward the center of the display area 4A.

[Shutter device]
First, the shutter device 2200 will be described with reference to FIGS. 121 to 128. The shutter device 2200 mainly drives the lower and upper base members 2210A and 2210B, the first movable unit 2220, the second movable unit 2230, the first movable unit 2220, and the second movable unit 2230, respectively. It is configured to have 2240B.

The lower base member 2210A is fixed to both the left and right sides of the lower portion of the rear frame base plate 3b (see FIG. 113), and supports the first movable unit 2220 and the drive unit 2240A in a connected state. The upper base member 2210B is fixed to the upper part of the rear frame base plate 3b (see FIG. 113), and supports the second movable unit 2230 and the drive unit 2240B in a connected state. The first movable unit 2220 is composed of a pair of left and right units, and a space is formed between the first movable units 2220 at a predetermined interval in which the second movable unit 2230 can be arranged during operation. The second movable unit 2230 is also composed of a pair of left and right units, and is located between the first movable units 2220 in conjunction with the operation of the first movable unit 2220.

As shown in FIGS. 122 and 123, FIGS. 125 and 126, the lower base member 2210A is provided with a guide rail 2211A for moving and guiding the first movable unit 2220 in the left-right direction. The guide rail 2211A is formed so that the height becomes lower by a predetermined dimension as it advances from the left and right ends to the center, and is inclined downward in the middle portion. Further, in addition to the drive unit 2240A, the drive unit 2190 for driving the level display unit 2100 is incorporated in the lower base member 2210A.

The drive unit 2240B is incorporated in the upper base member 2210B. Further, on both the left and right sides of the base member 2210B, guide rails 2211B for moving and guiding the first movable unit 2220 in the left-right direction are provided. The guide rail 2211B is formed in the shape of a long rectangular box having an open surface at the lower part. The guide rail 2211B is not limited to a long rectangle as long as the inside is hollow. Further, the first movable unit 2220 may be moved not only in the left-right direction but also in any direction such as in the up-down direction. In this case, the open surface of the guide rail 2211B is not limited to the lower portion, and may be provided in a position other than the lower portion as long as the position corresponds to the moving direction of the first movable unit 2220. The guide rail 2211B will be described later with reference to FIGS. 127 and 128.

The pair of left and right first movable units 2220 are provided so as to form symmetrical forms with each other. The first movable unit 2220 has a decorative member, a movable member that supports the decorative member, and a link mechanism that connects the movable member to the drive unit 2240A so as to be movable left and right. It is supported so that it can move in the left-right direction along it.

The drive unit 2240A is composed of a motor, a reduction gear, and the like, is connected to the link mechanism of the first movable unit 2220, and is arranged on the base member 2210A. When the drive unit 2240A operates in a predetermined direction, the first movable unit 2220 is moved from the left and right ends of the display area 4A to the center side in front of the display area 4A, and when it operates in the opposite direction to the predetermined direction, the first movable unit 2220 is the second. 1 The movable unit 2220 is moved from the center side in front of the display area 4A to the left and right end sides of the display area 4A.

The pair of left and right second movable units 2230 are provided so as to form symmetrical forms with each other. The second movable unit 2230 has a decorative member, a movable member that supports the decorative member, and a link mechanism that swingably connects the movable member to the drive unit 2240B. It is supported so that it can be moved to.

The drive unit 2240B is composed of a motor, a reduction gear, and the like, is connected to the link mechanism of the second movable unit 2230, and is arranged on the base member 2210B. When the drive unit 2240B operates in a predetermined direction, the second movable unit 2230 is moved downward from the upper left and right ends of the display area 4A to the center side in front of the display area 4A, and operates in the opposite direction to the predetermined direction. The second movable unit 2230 is moved up from the center side in front of the display area 4A to the upper left and right ends of the display area 4A.

As shown in FIGS. 127 and 128, the guide rail 2211B of the present embodiment is formed in a hollow box shape having an open surface 2212 as a lower surface, and the upper end portion 2221 of the first movable unit 2220 is formed through the open surface 2212. Supports slidable in the left-right direction. The upper end portion 2221 is formed with a convex portion 2222 that abuts on the smooth inner side surface 2213 of the guide rail 2211B. The upper end portion 2221 is movable along the left-right direction until the convex portion 2222 touches the side wall portions 2214 on both the left and right sides of the guide rail 2211B while being in contact with the inner side surface 2213. The upper end portion 2221 may be movable in a direction other than the left-right direction, for example, may be movable in the front-rear direction. Further, in the movable member, in addition to the upper end portion 2221, the lower end portion, the end portions located on both the left and right sides, or the end portions located on both the front and rear sides may be movable along the guide rail 2211B.

On the upper inner wall surface of the guide rail 2211B, a plurality of ribs 2215 are formed so as to be aligned between the side wall portions 2214 on both the left and right sides and project toward the open surface 2212. These ribs 2215 are formed at a height that does not hinder the movement of the upper end portion 2221 of the first movable unit 2220 in the left-right direction. The distance P1 between the adjacent ribs 2215 is narrower than the width W of the upper end portion 2221. Further, the distance P2 between the side wall portion 2214 of the guide rail 2211B and the rib 2215 at the position closest to the side wall portion 2214 is also narrower than the width W of the upper end portion 2221. As a result, for example, even when a strong vibration or impact is applied to the movable member of the first movable unit 2220 during transportation of the gaming machine, the upper end portion 2221 of the movable member is placed on the upper back surface of the guide rail 2211B. Since it does not hit directly, there is no risk of damage even to the box-shaped guide rail 2211B. Further, since the rib 2215 also functions as a reinforcing structure for the entire guide rail 2211B, the guide rail 2211B can be made robust.

According to such a shutter device 2200, when the first movable unit 2220 moves from both the left and right sides toward the center, the second movable unit 2230 simultaneously descends toward the center, and these first movable unit 2220 and the first movable unit 2220 and the first movable unit 2220 are lowered. 2 The movable unit 2230 appears in front of the display area 4A. As a result, it is possible to form a form in which the first movable unit 2220 and the second movable unit 2230 are united so as to hide the decorative pattern displayed in the display area 4A, and the shutter device 2200 has a dynamic effect. Can be demonstrated.

[Level display]
Next, the level display unit 2100 will be described with reference to FIGS. 129 to 135. The level display unit 2100 includes a rotating member 2110, a substrate cover 2120, an LED substrate 2130, a reflector 2140, a light transmissive sheet 2150, a front lens 2160, a front frame decorative member 2170, a rotating unit 2180, and a drive unit 2190. Ru.

As shown in FIG. 130, the rotating member 2110 is formed in a circular radial shape as a whole, and can be rotated by being driven by the rotating unit 2180. The rotating member 2110 includes a decorative portion 2111, a lens portion 2112, a diffuser lens 2113, and a base portion 2114. The decorative portion 2111 has a plurality of protruding portions 2111a formed on the front surface of the rotating member 2110 and radially formed at equal intervals, and a non-light emitting portion 2111b formed between the protruding portions 2111a and the protruding portions 2111a. .. Each of the protruding portion 2111a and the non-light emitting portion 2111b is formed as a portion that makes light opaque to the outside. As shown in FIG. 134, the plurality of protrusions 2111a are arranged radially at intervals R of approximately 60 degrees. The lens portion 2112 is formed of a light-transmitting member in a radial ring shape, and is arranged on the back surface side of the decorative portion 2111. The lens portion 2112 is between the plurality of convex portions 2112a formed radially corresponding to the non-light emitting portion 2111b of the decorative portion 2111 and the convex portions 2112a and the convex portions 2112a corresponding to the protruding portions 2111a of the decorative portion 2111. It has a plurality of intermediate portions 2112b formed in. Of the plurality of intermediate portions 2112b, a flat portion 2112c is formed in the intermediate portion 2112b located at the uppermost portion in the initial position of the rotational operation, and a concave portion 2112d is formed in the remaining intermediate portion 2112b. The diffuser lens 2113 is a member having light diffusivity, is formed in a radial ring shape having the same shape as the lens portion 2112, and is arranged on the back surface side of the lens portion 2112. The diffuser lens 2113 has a plurality of convex portions 2113a corresponding to the convex portions 2112a of the lens portion 2112, and a plurality of intermediate portions 2113b corresponding to the intermediate portions 2112b of the lens portion 2112. As shown in FIG. 131, among the plurality of intermediate portions 2113b, the flat portion 2113c is formed at the position corresponding to the flat portion 2112c in the intermediate portion 2113b located at the uppermost portion in the initial position of the rotational operation, and the rest thereof. In the intermediate portion 2113b, the concave portion 2113d is formed at a position corresponding to the concave portion 2112d. As a result, the diffuser lens 2113 can be arranged in an appropriate posture on the back surface side of the lens portion 2112. The base portion 2114 has an opening 2114a for fixing the substrate cover 2120 described later in the central portion, and is integrated with the decorative portion 2111 in a state where the lens portion 2112 and the diffuser lens 2113 are accommodated between the base portion 2114 and the decorative portion 2111. To. As shown in FIG. 132, an inner peripheral gear 2114b is formed on the back surface of the base portion 2114 so as to mesh with the gear 2122 for rotating the rotating member 2110. When the gear 2122 is rotated by the rotational driving force of the rotating unit 2180, the base portion 2114 is rotated, whereby the rotating member 2110 is rotated in a predetermined direction. As shown in FIG. 132, the rotating member 2110 is located behind the front lens 2160 and the front frame decorative member 2170 and rotates.

According to such a rotating member 2110, for example, when rotating, only the light of the LED 2130b closest to the LED substrate 2130 and the LED 2130b located in a predetermined direction with respect to the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 is transmitted outward. The entire rotating lens unit 2112 is made to emit light. The state shown in FIGS. 133 and 134 is the initial position (predetermined position) of the rotation operation, and the rotating member 2110 rotates in a predetermined direction as shown in FIG. 135 from this state. FIG. 135 shows a state in which the rotating member 2110 is rotated by, for example, approximately 90 degrees from the initial position of FIG. 134.

The substrate cover 2120 is located in the center inside of the rotating member 2110 and is fixed to the rotatable rotating member 2110 via the opening 2114a of the base portion 2114 so as to maintain a stationary state. The substrate cover 2120 is formed with a plurality of slits 2121 for releasing heat from the LED substrate 2130 to the rear.

As shown in FIG. 129, the LED substrate 2130 has a plurality of LEDs 2130a for 7-segment display on the front surface, and as shown in FIGS. 134 and 135, the rotating member 2110 is formed along the peripheral edge of the back surface. It has a plurality of LEDs 2130b for causing the lens unit 2112 to emit light. Further, the LED substrate 2130 has a partition wall member 2131 for dividing the LED 2130a for 7-segment display into left and right. The partition wall member 2131 is provided so that the LEDs 2130a on both the left and right sides can individually display numbers and the like without affecting each other. When the LED 2130a for 7-segment display lights up in a predetermined pattern, numbers and the like appear to be emitted from the outside of the front lens 2160.

In the LED 2130b (LED 2130ba to 2130bl) for causing the lens portion 2112 to emit light, the arrangement interval r is narrower than the arrangement interval R of the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 (for example, approximately 1/2). Arranged along the circumference. Due to the arrangement relationship between the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 and the LED 2130b, as shown in FIGS. 134 and 135, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 as the light emitting portion and the decorative portion 2111 as the non-light emitting portion Even if the protruding portion 2111a is rotated (moved) by the arrangement interval R + R / 2 (moving distance L + L / 2) such as approximately 90 degrees, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 emitted by the LEDs 2130ba to 2130bc at the initial position, for example. Is emitted by the LEDs 2130bd to 2130bf corresponding to the rotating position (moving position), and the light amount at the initial position and the light amount at the rotating position (moving position) do not change significantly. Is made to emit light uniformly.

Even if a plurality of light emitting parts are linearly moved, for example, by arranging the LEDs behind the light emitting parts at intervals narrower than the distance between the light emitting parts, the entire moving light emitting parts emit light. Can be made to. For example, when a plurality of light emitting parts are linearly arranged at equal intervals and moved straight in a predetermined moving direction, the arrangement intervals are narrower than the arrangement intervals of the plurality of light emitting parts (for example, approximately 1/2 interval). A plurality of LEDs may be arranged behind the light emitting unit so as to follow the moving direction. In this case, the plurality of light emitting units are located behind the front lens 2160 and the front frame decorative member 2170 and move linearly in a predetermined direction.

As shown in FIG. 129, the reflector 2140 is arranged between the surface of the LED substrate 2130 and the light transmissive sheet 2150. The reflector 2140 has a light guide unit 2141 for guiding the light from the LED 2130a forward for each segment.

The light transmissive sheet 2150 is arranged between the reflector 2140 and the front lens 2160. The light transmissive sheet 2150 uniformly diffuses the light guided through the light guide portion 2141 of the reflector 2140 to the front lens 2160 for each segment.

The front lens 2160 is fixed to the reflector 2140 via the front frame decorative member 2170. The front lens 2160 displays numbers and the like in a 7-segment system by transmitting light guided from the LED 2130a through a reflector 2140 or the like forward.

The front frame decorative member 2170 is fixed so as to surround the peripheral portion of the front lens 2160. The front frame decorative member 2170 complements the rotating member 2110 that rotates in a stationary state together with the front lens 2160 and the like. As shown in FIG. 132, the front lens 2160 and the front frame decorative member 2170 are located in front of the rotating member 2110.

The rotating unit 2180 is composed of a motor, a reduction gear, and the like, and is arranged behind the base portion 2114 of the rotating member 2110 so that the rotating member 2110 can rotate in a predetermined direction. When the motor of the rotating unit 2180 rotates in a predetermined direction, the rotational driving force thereof is transmitted to the base portion 2114 via the gear 2122 and the inner peripheral gear 2114b, whereby the rotating member 2110 is rotated. At this time, the LED substrate 2130, the front lens 2160, and the like are in a stationary state inside the rotating member 2110. As a result, numbers and the like can be displayed on the front lens 2160 while the rotating member 2110 rotates.

The drive unit 2190 is composed of a motor, a reduction gear, and the like, and is arranged on the base member 2210A via a link mechanism and a main portion of the level display unit 2100 in which a rotating member 2110, a front lens 2160, and the like are integrated. When the drive unit 2190 operates in a predetermined direction, the main part of the level display unit 2100 is raised from the lower side of the display area 4A to the center side of the display area 4A, and when it operates in the opposite direction to the predetermined direction, the level display unit The main part of the 2100 is moved from the center side of the display area 4A to the lower side of the display area 4A.

According to such a level display unit 2100, it is possible to sufficiently improve the visual effect by emitting light or moving / rotating when displaying the level of the character.

Based on the above embodiments, the outline of the present invention is listed below as an appendix.

[Appendix 1]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine provided with a rotating accessory as an effect device and changing the amount of transmitted light emitted by the rotation of the rotating accessory has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2012-115287). ).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the conventional gaming machine, when the rotating accessory rotates, it is not possible to emit light with uniform brightness, and there is a possibility that the visual effect is reduced due to so-called light emission unevenness.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and prevents the moving accessory irradiated with light from becoming significantly dark when the moving object is moved, thereby enhancing the visual effect. The purpose is to provide a gaming machine capable of capable.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A plurality of light emitting means for irradiating light (for example, LED2130b of the LED substrate 2130) and
A plurality of translucent portions (for example, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 of the rotating member 2110) capable of transmitting the light emitted from the light emitting means.
A moving means (for example, a rotating unit 2180) for moving the plurality of translucent portions is provided.
The plurality of light emitting means are arranged along the moving direction of the plurality of translucent portions (for example, the rotation direction of the rotating member 2110).
The plurality of translucent portions are
It is formed so as to be able to transmit the light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means among the plurality of light emitting means.
It is possible to transmit light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means at a predetermined position (for example, the initial position shown in FIG. 134).
The plurality of light emitting means irradiated even when the plurality of translucent portions moved to a specific position other than the predetermined position (for example, a position rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the initial position shown in FIG. 134). It is characterized in that the light is arranged at a position where the light can be transmitted to the translucent portion.

According to such a configuration, even if a plurality of translucent portions move, light from the same number of light emitting means as a predetermined position is irradiated, and the plurality of translucent portions are moved to a predetermined position during movement. The amount of light does not decrease significantly compared to when it was there.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming significantly dark when the moving motion is performed, and to enhance the visual effect.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent a moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming extremely dark when a moving motion is performed, and thus to enhance a visual effect.

[Appendix 1-1]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine provided with a rotating accessory as an effect device and changing the amount of transmitted light emitted by the rotation of the rotating accessory has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2012-115287). ).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the conventional gaming machine, when the rotating accessory rotates, it is not possible to emit light with uniform brightness, and there is a possibility that the visual effect is reduced due to so-called light emission unevenness.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and prevents the moving accessory irradiated with light from becoming significantly dark when the moving object is moved, thereby enhancing the visual effect. The purpose is to provide a gaming machine capable of capable.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A plurality of light emitting means for irradiating light (for example, LED2130b of the LED substrate 2130) and
A plurality of translucent portions (for example, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 of the rotating member 2110) capable of transmitting the light emitted from the light emitting means.
A decorative portion (for example, a front frame decorative member 2170) arranged on the front surface side of the plurality of translucent portions,
A moving means (for example, a rotating unit 2180) for moving the plurality of translucent portions is provided.
The plurality of translucent portions are arranged at predetermined intervals (for example, 60 degree intervals) along the moving direction (for example, the rotation direction of the rotating member 2110).
The plurality of translucent portions are
It is formed so as to be able to transmit the light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means among the plurality of light emitting means.
It is possible to transmit light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means at a predetermined position (for example, the initial position shown in FIG. 134).
The plurality of light emitting means
Even when the plurality of translucent portions move on the back surface side of the decorative portion and move to a specific position other than the predetermined position (for example, a position rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the initial position shown in FIG. 134). , The irradiated light is arranged at a position where it can be transmitted to the translucent portion.
It is characterized in that they are arranged at intervals narrower than the predetermined intervals (for example, at intervals of 30 degrees) along the moving direction of the plurality of translucent portions.

According to such a configuration, the plurality of translucent portions are movable on the back side of the decorative portion and are arranged at predetermined intervals along the moving direction, and the plurality of light emitting means are arranged at intervals rather than the predetermined intervals. Has been done. As a result, even if the plurality of translucent portions move, the same number of light emitting means as the predetermined position is irradiated, and the plurality of translucent portions are more than when they are in the predetermined positions during the movement. The amount of light does not decrease significantly, and it is possible to produce an effect in which a plurality of translucent portions and decorative portions are integrated.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming significantly dark when the moving motion is performed, and to enhance the visual effect.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent a moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming extremely dark when a moving motion is performed, and thus to enhance a visual effect.

[Appendix 1-2]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine provided with a rotating accessory as an effect device and changing the amount of transmitted light emitted by the rotation of the rotating accessory has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2012-115287). ).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in the conventional gaming machine, when the rotating accessory rotates, it is not possible to emit light with uniform brightness, and there is a possibility that the visual effect is reduced due to so-called light emission unevenness.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and provides a gaming machine capable of causing a rotating member to emit light with uniform brightness and, by extension, enhancing a visual effect. The purpose.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A plurality of light emitting means for irradiating light (for example, LED2130b of the LED substrate 2130) and
A plurality of translucent portions (for example, the convex portion 2112a of the lens portion 2112 of the rotating member 2110) capable of transmitting the light emitted from the light emitting means.
A rotating means (for example, a rotating unit 2180) for rotating the plurality of translucent portions is provided.
The plurality of translucent portions are arranged at predetermined angles (for example, 60 degrees) along the rotation direction (for example, the rotation direction of the rotating member 2110).
The plurality of translucent portions are
It is formed so as to be able to transmit the light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means among the plurality of light emitting means.
It is possible to transmit light emitted from the plurality of light emitting means at a predetermined position (for example, the initial position shown in FIG. 134).
The plurality of light emitting means
Even when the plurality of translucent portions rotate to a specific position other than the predetermined position (for example, a position rotated by approximately 90 degrees from the initial position shown in FIG. 134), the irradiated light is transmitted to the translucent portion. On the other hand, it is placed in a transparent position,
It is characterized in that it is arranged at an angle smaller than the predetermined angle (for example, 30 degrees) along the rotation direction of the plurality of translucent portions.

According to such a configuration, the plurality of translucent portions are arranged at predetermined angles along the rotation direction, and the light emitting means are arranged at intervals smaller than the predetermined angles. As a result, the translucent portion rotates the place where the light from the light emitting means reaches, so that even if the rotation operation is performed, the place where the light reaches from the plurality of light emitting means is rotated. Therefore, when the translucent portion is rotated, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the amount of light received by the translucent portion.
As a result, even if the translucent portion that is irradiated with light by the light emitting means by only a plurality of light emitting means is always irradiated with light by any of the light emitting means, the light emitted by the light emitting means is emitted. It can be prevented from reaching and becoming extremely dark.
Therefore, it is possible to prevent the moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming extremely dark when the moving object is rotated, and thus to enhance the visual effect.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, it is possible to prevent a moving accessory to be irradiated with light from becoming extremely dark when a rotating motion is performed, and thus to enhance a visual effect.

[Appendix 2]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine having a structure for displaying logo characters in three dimensions has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2014-221124).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in a conventional gaming machine, since a plurality of characters constituting the logo are integrally formed into one member, it is not possible to visually recognize the background between the characters. This may not enhance the visual effect of the decoration.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of making the background visible between characters and improving the visual effect of decoration. ..

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A decorative member (eg, front cover 1300) with a plurality of openings (eg, openings 1311) and
A plurality of protrusions (for example, the character portion 1211 of the character block 1200) that protrude from the opening of the decorative member and form a predetermined shape (for example, a character shape) when viewed from a predetermined direction are provided.
The plurality of protrusions project from the opening of the decorative member with a gap from each other.
The back side of the plurality of protrusions
Cavity space (eg, cavity 1230) and
It is characterized by including a partition portion (for example, a partition portion 1240) for partitioning the hollow space.

This makes it possible to visually recognize the background drawn on the front surface of the decorative member, for example, from between the protrusions forming the character shape. Further, it is possible to improve the strength of the protruding portion by the partition portion while forming a predetermined shape protruding by the protruding portion.
Therefore, for example, the background can be visually recognized from between the characters, and the visual effect of the decoration can be improved.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, the background can be visually recognized from between the characters, and the visual effect of the decoration can be improved.

[Appendix 2-1]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine having a structure for displaying logo characters in three dimensions has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2014-221124).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]

However, in a conventional gaming machine, since a plurality of characters constituting the logo are integrally formed into one member, it is not possible to make the characters clearly visible one by one, which is due to decoration. There was a risk that the visual effect could not be enhanced.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of making characters clearly visible one by one and improving the visual effect of decoration.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A decorative member (eg, front cover 1300) with a plurality of openings (eg, openings 1311) and
A plurality of protrusions (for example, the character portion 1211 of the character block 1200) that protrude from the opening of the decorative member and form a predetermined shape (for example, a character shape) when viewed from a predetermined direction are provided.
The decorative member has a transmissive portion that transmits light (for example, the upper portion 1310 of the front cover 1300) and a non-transmissive portion that does not transmit light (for example, the lower portion 1320 of the front cover 1300).
The plurality of protrusions
In the transmissive portion of the decorative member, each projectes from the opening of the decorative member with a gap between them.
In the impermeable portion of the decorative member, each is fixed to the back surface side of the opening.
The back side of the plurality of protrusions
Cavity space (eg, cavity 1230) and
It is characterized by including a partition portion (for example, a partition portion 1240) for partitioning the hollow space.

According to such a configuration, for example, a plurality of projecting portions forming a character shape project from the opening of the decorative member with a gap between them in the transmissive portion that transmits light of the decorative member, and the decorative member is not used. In the transmissive portion, it is fixed to the back side of the opening.
As a result, for example, the background drawn on the front surface of the decorative member can be visually recognized from between the protrusions forming the character shape, and the light can be seen from the connection position between the protrusions and the decorative member. Leakage can be prevented as much as possible, and for example, characters can be clearly shown one by one.
Therefore, the characters can be clearly seen one by one, and the visual effect of decoration can be improved.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, it is possible to make characters clearly visible one by one and to improve the visual effect of decoration.

[Appendix 2-2]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine having a structure for displaying logo characters in three dimensions has been proposed (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2014-221124).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in a conventional gaming machine, since a plurality of characters constituting the logo are integrally formed into one member, it is not possible to make the characters clearly visible one by one, which is due to decoration. There was a risk that the visual effect could not be enhanced.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of making characters clearly visible one by one and improving the visual effect of decoration.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A decorative member (eg, front cover 1300) with a plurality of openings (eg, openings 1311) and
A plurality of protrusions (for example, the character portion 1211, the edging portion 1212, and the side wall portion 1220 of the character block 1200) that protrude from the opening of the decorative member and form a predetermined shape (for example, a character shape) when viewed from a predetermined direction. And, with
The plurality of projecting portions include a side wall portion (for example, a side wall portion 1220) erected in the predetermined direction and a tip portion (for example, a character portion 1211 and a edging portion) arranged at the end portion of the side wall portion in the predetermined direction. 1212), and
The tip portion has a display portion (for example, a character portion 1211) formed in a predetermined shape and a edging portion (for example, a edging portion 1212) surrounding the display portion.
It is difficult for the display unit to transmit light, and it is difficult for the display unit to transmit light.
The side wall portion and the edging portion are characterized in that it is easy to transmit light.

According to such a configuration, in the plurality of protrusions forming, for example, the character shape, the display portion is formed to be opaque, for example, which makes it difficult for light to pass through, and the side wall portion and the edging portion make light, for example, transparent. It is formed.
This makes it possible to make the display portion opaque and to transmit light from the side wall portion and the edging portion to make the characters appear to stand out.
Therefore, the characters can be clearly seen one by one, and the visual effect of decoration can be improved.

Preferred embodiments of the present invention include
The back side of the plurality of protrusions
Cavity space (eg, cavity 1230) and
It is characterized by including a partition portion (for example, a partition portion 1240) for partitioning the hollow space.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the strength of the protruding portion by the partition portion while forming the protruding portion protruding from the opening of the decorative member.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, it is possible to make characters clearly visible one by one and to improve the visual effect of decoration.

[Appendix 3]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine configured to prevent the movable portion from moving from a predetermined position by forcibly moving the regulating member to contact the movable portion (movable accessory) has been proposed. (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2016-49205).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in a conventional gaming machine, even if the restricting member is devised to be in contact with the movable part, the movable part breaks the restricting member and moves in a predetermined direction due to strong vibration or impact on the movable part, and is external. There was a risk of jumping out.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of holding a movable portion in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A movable part (for example, a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) that can move in a predetermined direction (for example, a left-right direction),
A moving means (for example, a drive unit 2240A) for moving a first end portion of the movable portion (for example, a lower end portion of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220).
An open surface (for example, a guide rail 2211B) extending in a predetermined direction and having an open surface into which at least a second end portion of the movable portion (for example, an upper end portion 2221 of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) can be inserted. It is formed in a box shape having an open surface 2212), and includes a guide portion (for example, a guide rail 2211B) that movably supports the second end portion of the movable portion.
Inside the guide portion, a protruding portion (for example, rib 2215) projecting toward the open surface side is formed.
The second end of the movable portion is characterized by including a protruding piece (for example, a convex portion 2222) that protrudes in a direction other than the predetermined direction.

According to such a configuration, the guide portion which is formed in a box shape having an open surface and which movably supports the second end portion of the movable portion has a protruding portion which protrudes toward the open surface side inside. At the second end of the movable portion, a protruding piece that protrudes in a direction other than the moving direction is formed.
As a result, the strength of the guide portion can be improved, and even if a strong vibration or impact is applied to the movable portion, the second end portion of the movable portion can be held inside the guide portion without contacting the movable portion as a whole. It is possible to hold it in a fixed position with a simple structure.
Therefore, it is possible to hold the movable portion in a fixed position even by strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, the movable portion can be held in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[Appendix 3-1]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine configured to prevent the movable portion from moving from a predetermined position by forcibly moving the regulating member to contact the movable portion (movable accessory) has been proposed. (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2016-49205).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in a conventional gaming machine, even if the restricting member is devised to be in contact with the movable part, the movable part breaks the restricting member and moves in a predetermined direction due to strong vibration or impact on the movable part, and is external. There was a risk of jumping out.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of holding a movable portion in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A movable part (for example, a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) that can move in a predetermined direction (for example, a left-right direction),
A moving means (for example, a drive unit 2240A) for moving a first end portion of the movable portion (for example, a lower end portion of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220).
An open surface (for example, a guide rail 2211B) extending in a predetermined direction and having an open surface into which at least a second end portion of the movable portion (for example, an upper end portion 2221 of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) can be inserted. It is formed in a box shape having an open surface 2212), and includes a guide portion (for example, a guide rail 2211B) that movably supports the second end portion of the movable portion.
The second end of the movable portion is formed with a width of a predetermined dimension (for example, width W).
The guide portion is internally formed with a plurality of protrusions (for example, ribs 2215) protruding toward the open surface side at intervals narrower than the predetermined dimensions (for example, interval P1).
The second end of the movable portion is characterized by including a protruding piece (for example, a convex portion 2222) that protrudes in a direction other than the predetermined direction.

According to such a configuration, the guide portion, which is formed in a box shape having an open surface and movably supports the second end portion of the movable portion, has a movable portion inside the protruding portion protruding toward the open surface side. A plurality of pieces are formed at intervals narrower than the width of the second end portion of the movable portion, and protruding pieces protruding in directions other than the moving direction are formed at the second end portion of the movable portion.
As a result, the strength of the guide portion can be improved, and even if a strong vibration or impact is applied to the movable portion, the plurality of protrusions of the guide portion are formed at intervals narrower than the width of the second end portion of the movable portion. The second end of the movable portion can be held inside the guide portion without contacting the movable portion, and the movable portion as a whole can be held in a fixed position with a simple structure.
Therefore, it is possible to hold the movable portion in a fixed position even by strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, the movable portion can be held in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[Appendix 3-2]
Conventionally, in a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, an image is obtained by satisfying a predetermined variable display start condition such that the gaming ball has passed through a passing area provided in a game area where the launched gaming ball can roll. A control for variablely displaying a symbol as identification information is executed on the display area of the display device, a control for deriving and displaying the variablely displayed symbol is executed, and the derived and displayed symbols are in a predetermined combination (specific display mode). ), The player is provided with a device that shifts to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player.

In this type of gaming machine, a gaming machine configured to prevent the movable portion from moving from a predetermined position by forcibly moving the regulating member to contact the movable portion (movable accessory) has been proposed. (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2016-49205).

[Outline of the invention]
[Problems to be solved by the invention]
However, in a conventional gaming machine, even if the restricting member is devised to be in contact with the movable part, the movable part breaks the restricting member and moves in a predetermined direction due to strong vibration or impact on the movable part, and is external. There was a risk of jumping out.

The present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of holding a movable portion in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[Means to solve problems]
In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following gaming machines.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
A movable part (for example, a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) that can move in a predetermined direction (for example, a left-right direction),
A moving means (for example, a drive unit 2240A) for moving a first end portion of the movable portion (for example, a lower end portion of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220).
An open surface (for example, a guide rail 2211B) extending in a predetermined direction and having an open surface into which at least a second end portion of the movable portion (for example, an upper end portion 2221 of a movable member of the first movable unit 2220) can be inserted. It is formed in a box shape having an open surface 2212), and includes a guide portion (for example, a guide rail 2211B) that movably supports the second end portion of the movable portion.
The second end of the movable portion is formed with a width of a predetermined dimension (for example, width W).
The guide unit
Inside, a plurality of protrusions (for example, ribs 2215) protruding toward the open surface side are formed.
A side wall (for example, a side wall portion 2214) is formed at the end portion in the predetermined direction.
The distance between the plurality of protrusions adjacent to each other (for example, the distance P1) and the distance between the side wall and the protrusion adjacent to the side wall (for example, the distance P2) are narrower than the predetermined dimensions.
The second end of the movable portion is characterized by including a protruding piece (for example, a convex portion 2222) that protrudes in a direction other than the predetermined direction.

According to such a configuration, the guide portion formed in a box shape having an open surface and movably supporting the second end portion of the movable portion has a plurality of projecting portions projecting toward the open surface side of each other. And the distance between the side wall of the guide portion and the protrusion adjacent to the side wall is narrower than the width of the second end portion of the movable portion.
As a result, the strength of the guide portion can be improved, and even if a strong vibration or impact is applied to the movable portion, the distance between the plurality of protrusions of the guide portion and the distance between the side wall of the guide portion and the protrusion can be increased. Since it is narrower than the width of the second end, it can be held inside the guide without touching the second end of the movable part, and the entire movable part can be held in place with a simple structure. Will be.
Therefore, it is possible to hold the movable portion in a fixed position even by strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

[The invention's effect]
According to the present invention, the movable portion can be held in a fixed position even by a strong vibration or impact on the movable portion.

1200 Character block 1211 Character part 1212 Border part 1220 Side wall part 1230 Hollow part 1240 Partition part 1300 Front cover 1310 Upper part 1311 Opening part 1320 Lower part 2110 Rotating member 2111 Decorative part 2111a Light emitting part 2111b Non-light emitting part 2112 Lens part 2112a Convex part 2113 Diffuse lens 2114 Base 2130 LED board 2130b (2130ba-2130bl) LED
2170 Front frame decorative member 2180 Rotating unit 2211B Guide rail 2212 Open surface 2214 Side wall part 2215 Rib 2220 First movable unit 2221 Upper end part 2222 Convex part 2240A Drive unit P1 spacing P2 spacing W width

Claims (1)

A specific game determination means capable of determining whether or not to give a specific game advantageous to the player based on the establishment of a predetermined determination condition, and a specific game determination means.
Identification information display means capable of variable display and stop display of identification information,
A production display means that can display the production,
The effect control means capable of controlling the effect display means is provided.
The effect control means is
It is possible to display the effect contents that can be executed by the first effect character,
The effect content corresponds to at least one selection information among a plurality of selection information having different expectations for transition to the specific game.
In the notification effect that suggests the degree of expectation of transition to the specific game by the selection information, the plurality of selections whose selection information is changed by the operation of the effect by the second effect character related to the first effect character. Information can be displayed, and after the selection information is changed , it is possible to display selection information having a higher expectation of transition to the specific game than before the change of the selection information, and the transition expectation is high. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation of transition to the specific gaming by the selection information .

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