JP7051290B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

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

As a gaming machine, a gaming medium such as a gaming ball is launched into a gaming area by a launching device, and when the gaming medium wins a prize in a winning area such as a winning opening provided in the gaming area and a starting condition is satisfied, identification information (display) is obtained. A pachinko game that enhances the interest of the game by a so-called variable display game in which (also called a symbol) is variably displayed (variable display) on a variable display device and whether or not to give a predetermined game value is determined based on the display result. There is a machine. In such a pachinko gaming machine, when the stop symbol mode when the variable display of the display symbol in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes the specific display mode, the specific gaming state (big hit game state) is advantageous for the player. .. In such a pachinko gaming machine, before the display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device, various kinds of effects that make the player expect the display result to be a specific display result are executed.

As such a gaming machine, for example, there is one that displays a plurality of types of notice displays as an effect that makes the player expect the variable display result to be a specific display result (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-012149

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, for example, a part of the notice display is hidden in the identification information, which may be difficult to see or misunderstood, which may reduce the interest in the game.

(A) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
When the variable display of the effect identification information is performed in synchronization with the start and end of the variable display of the special identification information and the display result of the variable display of the effect identification information becomes the specific display result, the player A gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous and advantageous state,
A display means for displaying the effect information including at least the variable display of the effect identification information and the advance notice effect related to the variable display of the effect identification information.
A display layer setting means for setting a display layer of the effect information when displaying the effect information on the display means, and a display layer setting means.
A display control means that controls the display means based on the display layer set by the display layer setting means, and a display control means.
A specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect using a specific effect image that can be displayed in any of a plurality of modes including an operation mode and a stationary mode in response to the variable display of the effect identification information. Prepare,
As the advance notice effect, the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information for the effect being executed is executed.
The display layer setting means is
As the display layer, the notice effect and the specific effect image are set as the display layer on the front side of the variable display of the effect identification information when viewed from the player.
The display control means is
When the effect identification information is variably displayed, the display means can be controlled so that the corresponding display and at least a part of the effect identification information are displayed in an overlapping manner. When the display result of the variable display of the effect identification information is derived, the display means is controlled so that the corresponding display and at least a part of the effect identification information are displayed in a non-overlapping manner. It is possible and
Further, the display means can be controlled so as to change from the overlapping mode to the non-overlapping mode.
There are a plurality of change patterns when the overlap mode is changed to the non- overlap mode, and the change pattern differs depending on whether or not the advantageous state is controlled.
The display means continuously displays the reduced identification information different from the special identification information at a position where it can be always visually recognized in a display mode that is partially or wholly common to each display mode of the effect identification information. Display and
In synchronization with the start of the variable display of the effect identification information, the variable display of the reduced identification information is started.
The variable display of the reduced identification information is terminated in synchronization with the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
The specific effect executing means is
The specific effect image can be displayed at a position that overlaps with at least a part of the effect identification information.
There is a case where the specific effect is terminated before the end of the variable display of the effect identification information, and a case where the specific effect is continued even after the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
When the specific effect is continued even after the variable display of the effect identification information is completed, the specific effect image is displayed in the stationary mode at least at the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
It is characterized by that.
(1) The gaming machines related to other aspects are
It is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous for the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result.
A display means (for example, an image display device 5 or the like) for displaying effect information including at least the variable display of the identification information and the advance notice effect related to the variable display of the identification information.
Display order setting means for setting the display order of the effect information when displaying the effect information on the display means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for setting the display order based on the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22). When,
A display control means for controlling the display means based on the display order set by the display order setting means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for displaying an effect image generated based on the display order) is provided.
As the advance notice effect, a corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information being executed is executed (for example, an active display is performed).
The display order setting means sets the notice effect as the display order in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information (for example, in the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22, the layer number of the active display is a decorative symbol layer. (For example, it is set higher than the number),
When the identification information is variablely displayed, the display control means can display the corresponding display at a position overlapping with at least a part of the identification information (for example, the active display is from the player rather than the decorative symbol). When the display result of the variable display of the identification information is derived, the display means so as to display the corresponding display at a position that does not overlap with the stop display position of the identification information. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S353).
It is characterized by that.

(A) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
When the variable display of the effect identification information is performed in synchronization with the start and end of the variable display of the special identification information and the display result of the variable display of the effect identification information becomes the specific display result, the player A gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous and advantageous state,
A display means for displaying the effect information including at least the variable display of the effect identification information and the advance notice effect related to the variable display of the effect identification information.
A display layer setting means for setting a display layer of the effect information when displaying the effect information on the display means, and a display layer setting means.
A display control means that controls the display means based on the display layer set by the display layer setting means, and a display control means.
A specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect using a specific effect image that can be displayed in any of a plurality of modes including an operation mode and a stationary mode in response to the variable display of the effect identification information. Prepare,
As the advance notice effect, the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information for the effect being executed is executed.
The display layer setting means is
As the display layer , the notice effect and the specific effect image are set as the display layer on the front side of the variable display of the effect identification information when viewed from the player .
When the effect identification information is variably displayed, the display control means can display the corresponding display at a position overlapping with at least a part of the effect identification information, while the display control means can display the effect identification information. When the display result of the variable display is derived, the display means is controlled so that the corresponding display is displayed at a position that does not overlap with the stop display position of the effect identification information.
The display means continuously displays the reduced identification information different from the special identification information at a position where it can be always visually recognized in a display mode that is partially or wholly common to each display mode of the effect identification information. Display and
In synchronization with the start of the variable display of the effect identification information, the variable display of the reduced identification information is started.
The variable display of the reduced identification information is terminated in synchronization with the end of the variable display of the effect identification information .
The specific effect executing means is
The specific effect image can be displayed at a position that overlaps with at least a part of the effect identification information.
There is a case where the specific effect is terminated before the end of the variable display of the effect identification information, and a case where the specific effect is continued even after the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
When the specific effect is continued even after the variable display of the effect identification information is completed, the specific effect image is displayed in the stationary mode at least at the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
It is characterized by that.
(1) The gaming machines related to other aspects are
It is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous for the player when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result.
A display means (for example, an image display device 5 or the like) for displaying effect information including at least the variable display of the identification information and the advance notice effect related to the variable display of the identification information.
Display order setting means for setting the display order of the effect information when displaying the effect information on the display means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for setting the display order based on the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22). When,
A display control means for controlling the display means based on the display order set by the display order setting means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for displaying an effect image generated based on the display order) is provided.
As the advance notice effect, a corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information being executed is executed (for example, an active display is performed).
The display order setting means sets the notice effect as the display order in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information (for example, in the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22, the layer number of the active display is a decorative symbol layer. (For example, it is set higher than the number),
When the identification information is variablely displayed, the display control means can display the corresponding display at a position overlapping with at least a part of the identification information (for example, the active display is from the player rather than the decorative symbol). When the display result of the variable display of the identification information is derived, the display means so as to display the corresponding display at a position that does not overlap with the stop display position of the identification information. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S353).
It is characterized by that.

With such a configuration, the notice effect can be accurately displayed, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above
The display means displays the effect information including the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information that has not yet been started (for example, displaying the hold display).
The display order setting means sets the corresponding display as the display order in a display order higher than the hold display (for example, in the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22, the layer number of the active display is the hold display (large) layer. (For example, it is set higher than the number),
The display control means controls the display means so that the corresponding display is displayed in a display order higher than the hold display based on the display order by the display order setting means (for example, the active display is on hold). It is placed on the front side of the player's view from the display),
You may do so.

With such a configuration, the notice effect can be accurately displayed, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment.

(3) In the gaming machine of (2) above
The display control means limits the display of the hold display displayed on the display means during a specific period during the variable display of the identification information (for example, during the reach effect of the super reach, the size of the hold display is reduced. (Restrict hold display, such as increasing transparency to make it thinner, erasing, etc.),
You may do so.

With such a configuration, the player's attention can be drawn to the variable display of the identification information during execution.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above,
The display means can display the effect information including the specific effect image displayed by the specific effect (for example, the effect image of the character by the change effect character display process in step S162 can be displayed).
The display order setting means sets the specific effect image as the display order in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information (for example, in the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22, the layer number of the change effect display is a decorative pattern. Is set higher than the layer number of),
The display control means controls the display means so as to display the specific effect image in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information based on the display order by the display order setting means (for example,). The production image showing the character for change production is placed on the front side of the player as seen from the decorative pattern),
The display means can display the specific effect image at a position overlapping with at least a part of the identification information, and the specific effect is at a position overlapping with the identification information during the period in which the display result of the identification information is derived. The display mode of the image is set to a stationary mode (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes the process of step S609).
You may do so.

With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4) above,
The display means is smaller than the first area where the variable display of the identification information is performed (for example, the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, 5R of "left", "middle", "right", etc.) and is always visible. In the area (for example, small symbol display area 5V, etc.), it is possible to display an effect image including the variable display of the notification information image performed in synchronization with the variable display of the identification information, and the notification information is displayed in the second area. It is possible to perform variable display of the image and derive and display the display result (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the processing of steps S325 and S350).
You may do so.

With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

(6) In the gaming machine according to (4) or (5) above,
A determination means for determining whether or not to control to the advantageous state (for example, CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the process of step S239) and
Further provided with information output means (for example, CPU 103 that executes the process of step S266) that outputs display control information that can specify that variable display is started according to the determination result of the determination means.
The display means sets the display mode of the specific effect image to a non-stationary mode (for example, a portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes the process of step S607), triggered by the reception of the display control information.
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result while suppressing a sense of discomfort in the specific effect.

(7) In any of the gaming machines (2) to (6) above,
A first change effect means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step S343) capable of executing a first change effect (for example, a hold display change effect) for changing the display mode of the hold display.
Further provided with a second change effect means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step S345) capable of executing a second change effect (for example, an icon display change effect) for changing the display mode of the corresponding display. ,
The display mode of the hold display displayed after the first change effect is executed is a special mode (for example, "secret" display) that is not displayed as the display mode of the corresponding display after the second change effect is executed. Etc.), including
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute the first change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display to a special mode, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

(8) In any of the gaming machines (2) to (6) above,
A first change effect means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step S343) capable of executing a first change effect (for example, a hold display change effect) for changing the display mode of the hold display.
Further provided with a second change effect means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step S345) capable of executing a second change effect (for example, an icon display change effect) for changing the display mode of the corresponding display. ,
The display mode of the corresponding display displayed after the second change effect is executed is a special mode (for example, "chance" or "chance") that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display after the first change effect is executed. NEXT ”, display of“ intense heat ”, etc.)
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a second change effect that changes the display mode of the corresponding display to a special mode, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

(9) Alternatively, in any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
The display means can display the effect information including the specific effect image displayed by the specific effect (for example, the effect image of the character by the change effect character display process in step S162 can be displayed).
The display order setting means sets the specific effect image in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information as the display order (for example, in the priority determination table shown in FIG. 22, the layer number of the change effect display is decorated. It is set higher than the layer number of the pattern, etc.),
The display control means controls the display means so as to display the specific effect image in a display order higher than the variable display of the identification information based on the display order by the display order setting means (for example,). The production image showing the character for change production is placed on the front side of the player as seen from the decorative pattern),
The display means can display the specific effect image at a position overlapping with at least a part of the identification information, and the specific effect is at a position overlapping with the identification information during the period in which the display result of the identification information is derived. The display mode of the image is a temporary stop mode (see, for example, FIG. 35 (B)).
You may do so.

With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the production while preventing misunderstanding of the display result.

(10) In any of the above-mentioned gaming machines (1) to (9),
The display means can display a predetermined variable display in which the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times from the start of the variable display of the identification information until the display result is derived and displayed (for example, the variable display of the pseudo-ream can be executed). The corresponding display can be changed according to the degree of expectation controlled by the advantageous state, and the timing of the change can be changed according to the type of the predetermined variable display (for example, to the type of pseudo-ream). Determine the timing of changes in the active display based on, etc.),
You may do so.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by diversifying the production modes.

(11) In the gaming machine of (10) above,
A game control means (for example, CPU 103) that controls the game,
It is equipped with an effect control means (for example, an effect control CPU 120) for controlling the effect.
The effect control means determines the type of effect as the type of the predetermined variable display, and also determines the timing of the change in the specific display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 determines a pseudo-ream based on a command transmitted from the CPU 103 or the like. (For example, determine the type of active display and determine the change timing of the active display),
You may do so.

With such a configuration, it is possible to simplify the realization of diversification.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards mounted on a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the start winning a prize determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the random value value determination processing at the time of a prize. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss. It is a figure which shows the setting example of various commands. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern in this embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the hold display data storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of hold display setting processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the hold display change effect and the determination example of the presence or absence of a display change. It is explanatory drawing which shows the setting example of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the hold display change pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the hold display change pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the change effect timing pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the change effect timing pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the character display process for change effect. It is a figure which shows an example of a priority determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a change effect setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the setting example of the icon display change pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the determination example of the icon display change pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the execution timing of each effect. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the execution timing of each effect. It is a figure which shows an example of a decorative pattern including a pattern other than a number. It is a figure which shows an example of the effect using the character image which consists of a plurality of parts.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting the game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. A game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device into this game area.

A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the right side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are each composed of, for example, a 7-segment or dot matrix LED (light emitting diode), and are identified in a special symbol game as an example of a variable display game. A special symbol (also referred to as a "special figure"), which is a plurality of types of possible identification information (special identification information), is variably displayed (variable display). For example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B each have a number indicating "0" to "9", a symbol indicating "-", or a lighting pattern of each segment not limited to the number or symbol. Variable display of multiple types of special symbols composed of such as. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a "second special symbol". ..

A plurality of types of special symbols variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be given a symbol number for identifying each. As an example, the special symbol indicating the "-" symbol may have "0" as a symbol number, and "1" to "9" may be attached as symbol numbers for a plurality of types of lighting patterns. ..

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game are supported. In a decorative symbol display area that is a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can identify each are variably displayed. A plurality of types of decorative symbols variably displayed in each decorative symbol display area may be given different symbol numbers, for example, any one of "1" to "9". Variable display of such decorative patterns is also included in the variable display game.

As an example, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. Then, in the special symbol game, one of the variation of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the variation of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is started. Variation of the decorative symbol (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction) is started in each of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". After that, when the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, and 5C in the image display device 5. , The fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol), which is the variable display result of the decorative symbol, is stopped and displayed.

As described above, on the screen of the image display device 5, the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A or the special figure using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is used. In synchronization with the figure game, a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be identified by each is performed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (or simply referred to as “deriving”). When the variable display of various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols is synchronized, the start and end of the variable display are performed at the same timing (same or approximate), and the variable display period is about the same. (Same or similar). The effect image showing the decorative pattern is also called an identification information image. Therefore, in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the variable display of the effect image showing the decorative symbol as the identification information image is displayed. Is performed, and an effect image showing a definite decorative pattern as a display result is derived.

For example, to derive and display various display symbols such as a special symbol and a decorative symbol is to display identification information such as a decorative symbol as a stop display (also referred to as a complete stop display or a final stop display) and end the variable display. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result, the fluctuation speed of the decorative symbol becomes "0" and the decoration is displayed. The design may be stagnant and displayed, and may be in a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction, for example. Such a display state of the decorative symbol is also called a temporary stop display of the decorative symbol, and although the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is not definitively displayed, the decorative symbol changes due to scroll display or update display. The player can recognize that it has not been done. It should be noted that the temporary stop display of the decorative symbol may include displaying the decorative symbol completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction. ..

A first hold display unit 5HR, a second hold display unit 5HL, and an active display unit AHA are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. The first hold display unit 5HR displays the number of first special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The first special figure hold storage number is the number of variable display holdes corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The second hold display unit 5HL displays the number of second special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The second special figure hold storage number is a variable display hold number corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The variable display hold corresponding to the special figure game is such that the game ball passes (enters) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B. It occurs based on the starting prize by doing. That is, the start condition (also referred to as "execution condition") for executing the variable display game such as the special figure game or the variable display of the decorative symbol is satisfied, but the variable display game based on the previously satisfied start condition is being executed. When the start condition that allows the start of the variable display game is not yet satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko game machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot game state, etc., the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Is done.

For example, due to the occurrence of the first start prize in which the game ball passes (enters) the first start prize opening, the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A (first start condition). ) Is satisfied, and if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure hold storage number is 1. It is added (incremented), and the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, due to the occurrence of the second start prize in which the game ball passes (enters) the second start prize opening, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition). ) Is satisfied, and if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure hold storage number is 1. It is added (incremented), and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the number of stored special figures of the first special figure is decremented by 1, and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. When is started, the second special figure reserved storage number is decremented by 1. If the first special figure reserved storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4") when the first start prize is generated, the first start condition is not satisfied and the first start prize is based on the start prize. The special figure game is invalidated, and only the prize ball may be paid out. Further, if the second special figure reserved storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4") when the second start prize is generated, the second start condition is not satisfied and is based on the start prize. The special figure game is invalidated, and only the prize ball may be paid out.

In the first hold display unit 5HR, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. In the second hold display unit 5HL, the hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. The variable display hold storage number obtained by adding the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number is also particularly referred to as a total hold storage number. The term "special figure holding memory number" usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure holding storage number, the second special figure holding storage number, and the total holding storage number, but in particular, a part of these (for example, for example). It may also refer to the concept of including the first special figure holding memory number and the second special figure holding storage number but excluding the total holding storage number).

The first hold display unit 5HR may be configured so that the first hold display is performed, for example, left-justified. The first hold display unit 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the number of hold storages of the first special figure, "4", and the hold numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the left end. , "4" may be associated with each other. When the number of hold of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR, the hold is held in the first hold display unit 5HR. A new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased number of first special figure hold storages at the leftmost display portion corresponding to the number "1". If there is another 1st hold display in the 1st hold display unit 5HR, the new 1st hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other 1st hold display is performed. Add to the part (corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"). When there are a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display unit 5HR and a special figure game using the first special figure is started due to the establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display unit 5HR While erasing (digesting) the first hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number "1", each of the first hold displays in the other display parts corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4" is displayed. Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display part. As described above, the first hold display unit 5HR is configured to perform the hold display corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A which has not been started yet.

The second hold display unit 5HL may be configured so that the second hold display is performed, for example, right-justified. The second reserved storage unit 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure, "4", and the reserved numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the right end. , "4" may be associated with each other. When the number of hold of the special figure game using the second special figure increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second hold display in the second hold display section 5HL, the hold is held in the second hold display section 5HL. A new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the increased second special figure hold storage number at the rightmost display portion corresponding to the number "1". If there is another second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, the new second hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. Add to the part (corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"). When there are a plurality of second hold displays in the second hold display unit 5HL and a special figure game using the second special figure is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display unit 5HL The second hold display in the rightmost display part corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested), and each of the second hold displays in the other display parts corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4" is displayed. Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display part. As described above, the second hold display unit 5HL is configured to perform the hold display corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B which has not been started yet.

The active display unit AHA displays the same effect image as the hold display or a different effect image corresponding to the variable display during execution. The display on the active display unit AHA is referred to as an active display (also referred to as a variable display compatible display, a digestion display, a current display, or the like). In the active display unit AHA, for example, the first reserved display unit 5HR is erased (digested) in response to the start of the special figure game using the first special figure when the first start condition is satisfied. Active display is performed according to the hold display (including the first hold display moved (shifted) from the first hold display unit 5HR). Further, in the active display unit AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special figure game using the second special figure when the second start condition is satisfied, it is erased (digested) by the second reserved storage unit 5HL. The active display according to the second hold display (including the second hold display moved (shifted) from the second hold storage unit 5HL) is performed. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display may have the same color and pattern. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display and the second hold display. There may be. However, the display mode of the active display in this embodiment may change to a display mode different from the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect. As described above, the active display unit AHA is executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A or the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. It is configured to be able to execute the corresponding display corresponding to the special figure game during the execution of. Although details will be described later, in this embodiment, the active display performed on the active display unit AHA and the hold display performed on the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL during the variable display of the decorative pattern are At least, it can be placed at an overlapping position on the front side of the player as seen from a part of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image (even if it is a part of the hold display among the plurality of hold displays). All pending displays may be). Then, when the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the active display and the hold display displayed in front of the effect image showing the decorative symbol are displayed at positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol.

In the display area of the image display device 5 shown in FIG. 1, an active display unit AHA is arranged between the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL. On the other hand, the active display unit AHA is not limited to the one arranged between the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL, and is arranged at an arbitrary position in the display area of the image display device 5. You just have to. Further, the arrangement of the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL can be arbitrarily changed, and for example, the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL may be interchanged and arranged.

A display device for displaying the number of reserved special figures may be provided together with the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL, or in place of the first reserved display unit 5HR and the second reserved display unit 5HL. .. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the number of special symbol hold storage can be specified on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B together with the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL. A first hold display 25A and a second hold display 25B for displaying are provided. The first hold display 25A displays the number of first special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The second hold display 25B displays the number of second special figure hold storage so as to be identifiable. The number of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B corresponds to, for example, the upper limit value (for example, "4") in each of the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number (for example, 4). It is configured to include (pieces) LEDs.

On the screen of the image display device 5, a small symbol display area 5V smaller than the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is provided. On the screen of the image display device 5 shown in FIG. 1, a small symbol display area 5V is provided in the upper left portion. In the small symbol display area 5V, the variable display of the small symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. The effect image showing a small pattern is also referred to as a broadcast information image. Therefore, in the small symbol display area 5V provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the effect image showing the small symbol to be the broadcast information image is variably displayed, and the effect image showing the confirmed small symbol to be the display result is displayed. Derived. Although not shown, a hold display area (small) is provided on the screen of the image display device 5 for identifiable display of the number of special figure hold storages. Specifically, the hold display area (small) is, for example, an area in which the number of special figure hold storage can be specified by displaying the number of first special figure hold storage and the number of second special figure hold storage by numbers. Yes, it is a display area smaller than the decorative symbol display area as in the small symbol display area 5V (it is also a display area smaller than the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display unit 5HL).

In this way, on the screen of the image display device 5, a variable display of a small symbol different from the decorative symbol is performed. During the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation of the final decorative symbol that is the display result, the variable display of the small symbol is continuously performed in a certain display mode, and disappears from the screen or is a shield. It is not shielded by. Therefore, the small symbol display area 5V is configured to be always visible, and the player can always visually recognize the variable display of the small symbol in the small symbol display area 5V. The small symbol that is variably displayed in the small symbol display area 5V is also referred to as a constant small symbol or a small symbol for directing. In the small symbol display area 5V, a plurality of types that can be identified by each of a plurality of types of decorative symbols, such as a symbol that indicates a number as well as a part that indicates a number in the decorative symbol, are displayed in common with each of the plurality of types of decorative symbols. The effect image showing the small symbol of the above may be variably displayed as the broadcast information image. Further, in the hold display area (small), the number of special figure hold storages is continuously performed in a fixed display mode (display by numbers), and is not erased from the screen or shielded by a shield. Therefore, the hold display area (small) is configured to be always visible, and the player can always visually recognize the number of special figure hold storages in the hold display area (small).

A fourth symbol is provided next to the special symbol, the decorative symbol, and the normal symbol, and the variable display of the fourth symbol may be performed in synchronization with the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol. The variable display of the fourth symbol is displayed and hidden at regular time intervals in a specific display color (for example, blue) in the fourth symbol display area provided on or outside the screen of the image display device 5, for example. It is realized by continuing the display control that repeats and. However, when compared with the display result in the variable display of the fourth symbol, the display result in the variable display of the small symbol may be displayed in a mode that is easy for the player to recognize.

Further, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are provided at a position away from the display screen of the image display device 5, such as the right side of the game area in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. Has been done. Therefore, it becomes difficult for the player paying attention to the effect of the display on the image display device 5 to confirm the display state on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the variable display of the special symbol progresses. It may be difficult to recognize whether or not the display result is inside and whether or not the display result is derived. On the other hand, by performing variable display of the small symbol in the small symbol display area 5V provided on the screen of the image display device 5 and deriving the display result, whether or not the variable display is in progress is displayed. Whether or not the result is derived can be displayed in a manner that is easy for the player to recognize.

Below the image display device 5, a normal winning ball device 6A and a normal variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The ordinary winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting region (first starting region) that is always kept in a constant open state by, for example, a predetermined ball receiving member. The ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed to a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilted position by a solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory shown in FIG. It is equipped with (ordinary electric accessory) and forms a second start winning opening.

As an example, in the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B, the game ball passes (enters) through the second starting winning opening because the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball device 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position, so that the game ball passes (enters) through the second starting winning opening. ) Make it open. The normally variable winning ball device 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter (pass) through the second starting winning opening, while the expansion when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. It may be configured so that the game ball is less likely to enter (pass) than in the open state. As described above, the normal variable winning ball device 6B has a first variable state such as an open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second starting winning opening or an expanded open state, and the game ball cannot pass (enter). It is configured to be able to change to a second variable state such as a closed state or a normally open state where it is difficult to pass (enter).

The game ball that has entered the first starting winning opening formed in the ordinary winning ball device 6A is detected by, for example, the first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by, for example, the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game medium), and the first reserved storage number is a predetermined upper limit value. If it is (for example, "4") or less, the first starting condition is satisfied. If a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on the detection of the game balls by the second start port switch 22B, and the second reserved storage number is equal to or less than the predetermined upper limit value. The second starting condition is satisfied.

The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers from each other. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may directly pay out the game balls to be prize balls, or may give points corresponding to the number of game balls to be prize balls.

A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state depending on the large winning opening door. Form a big prize opening as.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is in the off state, the large winning opening door is in the closed state and the game ball passes through (entering) the large winning opening. become unable. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door is on, the big winning door opens the big winning door and the game ball passes through (entering) the big winning door. ) It becomes easier. In this way, the large winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which the game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) and is disadvantageous to the player. do. In addition, instead of the closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enter) the large winning opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially open state in which the game ball does not easily pass (enter) the large winning opening may be provided.

The game ball that has passed (entered) the large winning opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the gaming ball passes through another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. More prize balls will be paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the large winning opening is opened in the special variable winning ball device 7, the game ball can enter the large winning opening, which is the first state advantageous for the player. On the other hand, if the large winning opening is closed in the special variable winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to obtain the winning ball by passing (entering) the game ball through the large winning opening. It becomes a disadvantageous second state.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the left side of the game area). As an example, the ordinary symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and has a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbol. The normal design (also called "normal figure" or "normal figure") is variably displayed (variable display). Such a variable display of a normal pattern is called a normal figure game (also referred to as a "normal figure game"). Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. The normal figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the normal figure hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. Further, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening and the large winning opening, for example, a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be done. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls based on the fact that the game balls that have entered any of the general prize openings are detected by the predetermined general prize ball switch. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a gaming effect lamp 9 is provided around the gaming area. Decorative LEDs may be arranged around each structure (for example, a normal winning ball device 6A, a normal variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the gaming area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a ball striking operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a gaming ball as a gaming medium toward a gaming area is provided. For example, the hitting ball operation handle adjusts the elastic force of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a gaming ball paid out as a prize ball or a gaming ball rented by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to a hitting ball launching device. ) There is an upper plate (ball hitting plate). At the lower part of the gaming machine frame 3, a lower plate is provided to hold (store) surplus balls and the like overflowing from the upper plate so that they can be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

A stick controller 31A that can be gripped and tilted by the player is attached to a member forming the lower plate, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower plate body (for example, the central portion of the lower plate). There is. The stick controller 31A includes an operation rod held by the player, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation rod (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator is hooked when the player holds the operation rod). There is. The trigger button can be operated by pushing and pulling with a predetermined operating finger (for example, index finger) while the player holds the operating rod of the stick controller 31A with an operating hand (for example, left hand). It suffices if it is configured as follows. A trigger sensor that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push-pull operation on the trigger button may be built in the operation rod.

A controller sensor unit 35A including a tilting direction sensor unit for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the main body of the lower plate at the lower portion of the stick controller 31A. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit is two transmissive photosensors (parallel sensors) arranged parallel to the board surface of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the side of the player facing the pachinko game machine 1. A pair) and four transmissive types that combine two transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pair) arranged perpendicular to the board surface of the game board 2 on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player's side. It may be configured to include a photo sensor.

The member forming the upper plate includes, for example, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the front side (for example, above the stick controller 31A) on the upper surface of the upper plate body. It is provided. The push button 31B may be configured so as to be able to mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from the player. A push sensor 35B for detecting a player's operation action performed on the push button 31B may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 31B.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a voice control board 13, and a lamp control board 14, as shown in FIG. 2, for example. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, an interface board, a touch sensor board, and the like are arranged on the back surface of the game board of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and is equipped with various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board including a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like arranged at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. , It has a function to output and transmit a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, and a function to output various information to a hall management computer. Further, the main board 11 controls lighting and extinguishing of each LED (for example, a segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and controls the lighting and extinguishing of the first special symbol and the second special. A predetermined display symbol such as controlling the variable display of a figure or controlling the variable display of a normal symbol by the normal symbol display 20 by controlling lighting, extinguishing, and coloring of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control the variable display.

For example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted on the main board 11. The switch circuit 110 captures detection signals from various switches for detecting game balls and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for ordinary electric accessories and the solenoid 82 for the big winning door.

The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, and receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 to receive an image display device 5, speakers 8L, and 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the production electrical components such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 operates to turn on and off the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9, the decorative LED, and the like. It has a function of determining the control content for causing the electric component for the effect to execute a predetermined effect operation, such as all or a part.

The audio control board 13 is a control board for audio output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs audio from the speakers 8L and 8R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. It is equipped with a processing circuit that executes voice signal processing for this purpose. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and is a game effect lamp 9, a decorative LED, or the like based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. It is equipped with a lamp driver circuit that supplies drive current for turning on and off.

As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and a second start port switch 22B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. The wiring is connected. The various switches may have any configuration that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a switch called a sensor. Further, a wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control of the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the ordinary symbol display device 20, and the like is connected to the main board 11.

The control signal transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control commands include, for example, a display control command used to control an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used to control sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. It contains lamp control commands used to control lighting operations of decorative LEDs and the like. Each of these effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, in which the first byte represents MODE (command classification) and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data may be set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to "0" in advance.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing game control programs, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a game control program to perform control operations, and updates of numerical data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103. It is configured to include a random number circuit 104 to be performed and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by executing the program read from the ROM 101 by the CPU 103. At this time, a fixed data read operation in which the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, a variable data writing operation in which the CPU 103 writes various variable data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores them, and various variable data in which the CPU 103 is temporarily stored in the RAM 102. The variable data read operation, the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. And transmission operation to output various signals is also performed.

The one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 may have at least a RAM 102 built in in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

In the game control microcomputer 100, numerical data indicating various random number values used for controlling the progress of the game is updatablely counted by, for example, a random number circuit 104. Random numbers used to control the progress of a game are also called game random numbers. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as a random number circuit 104, or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. You may. For example, a predetermined random number value is shown in a random counter provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100, or a random counter provided in an internal register separate from the RAM 102. Numerical data may be stored, and the CPU 103 may update the stored value periodically or irregularly so that the random value is updated.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data, table data, and the like used for controlling the progress of the game, in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, etc. prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 is configured with table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals to be various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table for storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data to be used is stored. In the RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100, various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored in a rewritable manner.

The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs control operations according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. The display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in 5, the random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby executing the process for controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes various variable data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores the variable data, and the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data read operation to read various temporarily stored fluctuation data, reception operation in which the effect control CPU 120 receives input of various signals from the outside of the effect control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the effect control CPU 120 is I / A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via the O125 is also performed. In this way, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device as an electric component for effect included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on various information transmitted from the main board 11 as an effect control command.

The effect control CPU 120, ROM 121, and RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. The effect control board 12 has wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5 and wiring for transmitting an effect sound signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13. Wiring for transmitting an illuminated signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Further, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the stick controller 31A has been detected from the controller sensor unit 35A, and a game for the push button 31B. A wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a person's operation action has been detected from the push sensor 35B is also connected.

In the effect control board 12, for example, a random number circuit 124 or a random number counter for effect provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 is used to updatablely count numerical data indicating various random number values used for controlling the effect operation. .. The random number used to control such an effect operation is also referred to as an effect random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, numerical data indicating various effect determination random values such as a random value for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of a decorative symbol and a random value for determining a notice effect can be counted. Is controlled by.

The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables and the like used for controlling the effect operation in addition to the program for effect control. For example, the ROM 121 contains a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data constituting the determination table, pattern data constituting various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is, for example, from process data including effect control execution data (display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, etc.) and an end code associated with the effect control process timer judgment value. It is configured. Various data used for controlling the effect operation are stored in the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12.

In the effect control execution data included in the effect control pattern, the display control data indicates, for example, a display mode of various images on the screen of the image display device 5. More specifically, the display control data includes various symbols such as a background, a decorative symbol, and a small symbol that constitute each frame (an image that is a unit to be switched and displayed in a frame cycle) displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. , Data that specifies the type, position, size, etc. of the effect image indicating a character or the like, data that specifies the display order (priority) when a plurality of effect images are superimposed and displayed, and the like may be included. The data indicating the display order (priority) of the effect images may be data indicating which of the plurality of effect images is arranged on the front side when viewed from the player.

The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 determines the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120 or the like. For example, the display control unit 123 controls the variable display of the decorative pattern and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of the effect image to be displayed in the display screen of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, or the like. The VDP may be a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), a GCL (Graphics Controller LSI), or a microprocessor for image processing generally called a DSP (Digital Signal Processor). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configured image data memory may be used.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 has an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. Consists of including. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a command (sound effect signal) transmitted to the audio control board 13, and a command transmitted to the lamp control board 14. (Electric signal) etc. are output.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game is performed using a game ball as a game medium, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. As an example of a game using a gaming ball, a predetermined hitting ball is launched based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) of a hitting ball operation handle installed at the lower right of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A game ball as a game medium is launched toward the game area by a launch motor or the like provided in the device. When the game ball flowing down the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening (first starting area) formed in the normal winning ball device 6A, the game ball is moved by the first starting opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the detection or the like. After that, based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the jackpot game state, the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A starts. Will be done.

Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second starting area) formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6B, the game ball is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Therefore, the second starting condition is satisfied. After that, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the jackpot game state, the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B starts. Will be done. However, when the normally variable winning ball device 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, the game ball is difficult or impossible to pass through the second starting winning opening.

Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2, the normal symbol start condition for executing the variable display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 20 is established. After that, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting the variable display of the normal symbol is satisfied, for example, that the previous normal symbol game has ended. In this normal symbol game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the fluctuation of the normal symbol, the confirmed normal symbol, which is the variable display result of the normal symbol, is stopped and displayed (deriving display). At this time, if a specific ordinary symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed ordinary symbol, the variable display result of the ordinary symbol becomes "per ordinary symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the variable display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol loss". In response to the fact that the variable display result of the normal symbol is "hit the normal figure", the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed so that the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball device 6B is in the tilting position. , Closing control or normal opening control that returns to the vertical position after a predetermined time elapses is performed.

When the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started, or when the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started, it is special. Whether or not the variable display result of the symbol is to be a "big hit" as a predetermined specific display result is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, the fluctuation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result and the fluctuation pattern is the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 shown in FIG. Is transmitted from the effect control board 12 to the effect control board 12.

After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived. Is displayed. "Left", "middle", and "right" decorations arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, variable display of decorative symbols (effect symbols) different from the special symbols is performed. The decorative symbols that are variably displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" are also referred to as left symbol, middle symbol, and right symbol, respectively. In the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, the definite special that becomes the variable display result of the special symbol. When the symbol is derived and displayed, the image display device 5 derives and displays a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol.

When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result of the special symbol, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes a "big hit" (specific display result), which is an advantageous specific gaming state for the player. It is controlled to the jackpot game state. That is, whether or not the variable display game state is controlled corresponds to whether or not the variable display result becomes a "big hit", and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. As a variable display result of the special symbol, when the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed and the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes "missing" (non-specific display result).

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is "big hit", it is determined in advance on the screen of the image display device 5. A definite decorative pattern that is a combination of big hits is derived and displayed. As an example, the same decorative symbols are aligned and stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right", so that a big hit combination is confirmed. It suffices if the decorative pattern is derived and displayed.

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening is opened and the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the first state which is advantageous for the player. Then, a period until a predetermined opening upper limit time (for example, 29.5 seconds or 0.1 seconds) elapses, or a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the large winning opening and a winning ball is generated. Until then, a round game (simply referred to as a "round") in which the big winning opening is continuously opened is executed. During the period other than the execution period of such a round game, the large winning opening is closed, and the winning ball is difficult or impossible to be generated. When a game ball enters the large winning opening, the winning ball is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 15) of the game ball is paid out as a prize ball for each detection. The round game in the jackpot game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, "2" or "15") is reached.

When the variable display result is "big hit", it suffices to include the case where the big hit type is any of "non-probable change", "probable change", and "probable change". When the big hit type is "non-probable change" or "probable change", the special variable winning ball device 7 is set as the first state (the big winning opening is open) which is advantageous for the player as a round game in the big hit game state. A normal open round is performed with a relatively long upper limit (eg, 29.5 seconds). On the other hand, when the jackpot type is "probability", the upper limit time for setting the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state (the jackpot is open) is relatively short as a round game in the jackpot game state. A short-term open round of time (eg 0.1 seconds) is performed. The jackpot game state in which the normal open round is executed is also referred to as the first specific game state. The jackpot game state in which the short-term open round is executed is also referred to as the second specific game state.

In the big hit game state when the big hit type is "probability", the upper limit time for changing the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state which is advantageous for the player in the short-term open round (the big winning opening is opened by the big winning opening door). The upper limit of the open state) is the second period (for example, 0.1 seconds) shorter than the first period in the normal open round. It should be noted that the same control as in the case where the normal opening round is executed may be performed except that the opening period of the large winning opening is controlled to be the second period in the short-term opening round. Alternatively, when a short-term open round is executed, the number of executions of the round game is the number of second rounds (for example, "2") less than the number of executions of the first round (for example, "15"), which is the number of executions of the normal open round. ). That is, the jackpot game state in which the short-term open round is executed is in the first state in which the game ball is more likely to pass (enter) through the jackpot in each round game than in the jackpot game state in which the normal open round is executed. The period to be changed is at least one of the second period, which is shorter than the first period, and the number of second rounds, in which the number of round games executed is less than the number of first rounds. Just do it.

When such a short-term open round is executed, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of balls (prize balls) can be obtained if a game ball wins in the large winning opening. However, since the opening period of the big winning opening is the second period (0.1 seconds, etc.), it becomes a big hit game state in which no balls (prize balls) can be substantially obtained. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state (second specific gaming state) based on the jackpot type being "probable" is the jackpot gaming state (first specific) based on the jackpot type being "non-probable" or "probable". It becomes a more disadvantageous game state for the player than the game state). In this way, based on the fact that the jackpot type is "non-probability" or "probability variation", when the jackpot game state in which the normal open round is executed is reached, the first prize ball is likely to pass through the jackpot. In the changing mode, control is performed to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into a first state (open state) and a second state (closed state). On the other hand, in the case of a big hit game state in which a short-term open round is executed based on the fact that the big hit type is "probability", it is special in the second change mode in which it is difficult for the game ball to pass through the big prize opening. Control is performed to change the variable winning ball device 7 into a first state (open state) and a second state (closed state).

After the jackpot gaming state ends, the probability that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit probability) is controlled to a probability variation state that is higher than the normal state, based on the condition that the predetermined probability variation control condition is satisfied. There is. In the probabilistic state, a predetermined probabilistic end condition is satisfied, such as the variable display being executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 200 times) or the jackpot gaming state being started before the number of times the variable display is executed reaches the predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until it is done. The probability change end condition may be satisfied when the next big hit game state is started, regardless of the number of times the variable display is executed. After the jackpot game state ends, the average variable display time may be controlled to a shorter time state than in the normal state. In the time saving state, a predetermined time saving end condition is satisfied, such as the variable display being executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) or the jackpot game state being started before the number of times the variable display is executed reaches the predetermined number of times. It is controlled to continue until it is done. As an example, when the jackpot type is "non-probability variation", the gaming state becomes the time saving state after the jackpot gaming state ends. On the other hand, when the jackpot type is "probability change" or "probability change", the game state becomes the probability change state after the jackpot gaming state ends.

In the probabilistic state or the time saving state, the normal variable winning ball device 6B is placed in the first variable state (open state or expanded open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball easily passes (enters) the second starting winning opening than in the normal state. And the second variable state (closed state or normally open state). For example, the normal symbol display 20 controls the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (normal symbol fluctuation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, and the variable display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is "normal". Tilted control time for controlling the tilt of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball device 6B based on the control to improve the probability of "hit the figure" compared to the normal state and the variable display result "hit the normal figure". The normal variable winning ball device 6B is changed into the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode by the control to make the normal variable state longer than in the normal state and the control to increase the number of tilts from the normal state. Just do it. It should be noted that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be combined and performed. As described above, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball device 6B into the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high open control (also referred to as “high base control”). By being controlled to such a probable change state or a time saving state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes a "big hit" is shortened, and the special gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the normal state. Even when the probability change control is performed in the probability change state, the high opening control may not be performed.

In the image display device 5, the decorative symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left symbol, the middle symbol, and the right symbol) are stopped in a state of being consistent with the jackpot combination for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to shaking, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple decorative symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the display positions being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex is continued (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. As a reach effect, a character image (an effect image imitating a person or the like) different from the decorative pattern is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a display mode of the background image is changed, and a moving image different from the decorative pattern is displayed. An effect operation different from changing the variation mode of the decorative pattern, such as reproducing and displaying an image, may be performed. Not only the display operation in the image display device 5, but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (blinking operation) in the light emitting body such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are different from the operation mode before the reach mode. The operation mode may be included in the reach effect. The reach state and its state are called the reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 is not a big hit combination, a “miss” occurs and the variable display state ends.

As the effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as reach patterns) having different operation modes (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of becoming a "big hit" (also referred to as reliability or jackpot reliability) differs depending on the production mode in each reach production. That is, the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" can be different depending on which of the plurality of types of reach effects is executed. In this embodiment, as an example, a normal reach effect (normal reach) and a super reach effect (super reach) are preset. Then, when the reach effect in the super reach is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit expectation) is higher than in the case where the reach effect in the normal reach is executed. The reach effect that becomes the super reach may include a plurality of types of reach effects including a super reach that executes a specific reach effect that has a higher expectation of a big hit than other super reach.

During the variable display of the decorative pattern, unlike the reach effect, the variable display state of the decorative pattern may be in the reach state, and the variable display result may be a "big hit". Depending on the variable display mode of the decorative pattern, a variable display effect for notifying the player may be executed. As an example, it suffices if the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" can be executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern. It suffices to determine whether or not the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed in response to the determination of the variation pattern on the main board 11 side.

In the variable display effect of "pseudo-ren", the fixed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that becomes the variable display result after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started corresponding to the fact that the start condition of the special figure game is satisfied once. Can be performed up to a predetermined number of times (for example, up to 3 times) to display the effect of temporarily stopping the game until it is derived and displayed, and then changing it again (pseudo-continuous fluctuation). The number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations is the display of "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbols, excluding the initial fluctuation from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the first temporary stop of all decorative symbols. It suffices as long as it is the number of times that the decorative pattern changes again in all areas 5L, 5C, and 5R.

In the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream", as an example, in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right", a plurality of predetermined pseudo-ream chances of a special combination are set. A decorative pattern that is one of the types of loss combinations is displayed as a temporary stop. In the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream", a predetermined effect such as an image display which is a re-variation effect may be executed along with a plurality of variation displays including the initial variation. The re-variation effect is not limited to the one by displaying an image on the screen of the image display device 5, and may include an arbitrary effect operation using various effect devices.

As an example of the re-variation effect different from the image display, a plurality of decorative LEDs provided inside or outside the game area during each variation display (including the initial variation) by the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream". Of these, the ones that are lit may be controlled to increase one by one. Further, during the period of each variation display (including the initial variation), the display color of the decorative LED may be controlled to change, or the lighting of the plurality of decorative LEDs may change. It may be controlled by.

As a further example of the re-variation effect different from the image display, a production model provided inside or outside the game area during each variation display (including the initial variation) by the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" (including the initial variation). The movable member) may be controlled to operate. At this time, the operation mode of the effect model (movable member) may be controlled to change during the period of each variation display (including the initial variation), or among a plurality of effect models (movable members). It may be controlled to change what works with.

During the period of each variation display (including the initial variation) by the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream", it may be controlled to display a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image on the screen of the image display device 5. .. Further, as a re-variation effect, for example, when a decorative symbol that is a pseudo-continuous chance eye is temporarily stopped and displayed, a voice that is a special sound effect may be controlled to be output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition to some or all of these re-variable effects, or in place of some or all of these re-variable effects, lighting and blinking of decorative LEDs, operation of the effect model, display of effect images, sound effects. Of the outputs of, some or all of them may be controlled to perform a re-variation effect. At this time, when the re-variation effect is executed by combining a plurality of types of effect modes, or when the re-variation effect is executed a plurality of times, as compared with the case where the re-variation effect is executed by only one type of effect mode. When the effect mode in the above changes, the possibility that a predetermined game value such as the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit expectation) may be increased.

In this embodiment, in the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream", the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by performing the pseudo-ream fluctuation (re-variation) once to three times. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative pattern was started two to four times in a row. Then, when the number of repeated executions (pseudo-ream number) of pseudo-ream fluctuation (re-variation) is large, there is a possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit" (big hit expectation) than when the number of pseudo-ream is small. It gets higher. Further, the rate of occurrence of the effect may be controlled to change depending on the number of repeated executions of the pseudo-ream variation (number of pseudo-reams). For example, the pseudo-continuous variation may be performed twice to be "reach confirmed", and the pseudo-continuous variation may be performed three times to be "super reach confirmed". It should be noted that the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations) in the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" may be executed up to a number of times more than 1 to 3 times, for example, 4 times or 5 times.

In addition to "pseudo-ren", for example, "slip", "development chance eye", "development chance eye end", and "chance eye stop slip" as variable display effects using such variable display operation of decorative patterns. Various production operations such as may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of "slip", "left", "middle", and "right" are displayed from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result. After changing the decorative symbol in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbol display area of one or more (for example, "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, etc.) After the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed, a predetermined number (for example, "1" or "2") of the decorative symbol display area (for example, "left") is displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5L. And one or both of the decorative symbol display areas 5R on the "right"), the decorative symbol is changed again and then stopped and displayed, so that the decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed is changed.

In the variable display effect of the "development chance eye", the decoration of "left", "middle", and "right" is performed from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result. After the decorative symbols that make up the development chance eyes included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set as the reach state. Reach production starts. On the other hand, in the variable display effect of "end of development chance", after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" are displayed. , An effect display is performed in which a predetermined combination of decorative symbols is derived and displayed as a fixed decorative symbol as a development chance eye. In the variable display effect of "slip after stopping at the chance", as in the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream", from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation display of the final decorative symbol that is the variable display result. , "Left", "Middle", "Right" Decorative symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R After temporarily stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the lost combination (special combination) that is a pseudo-ream chance eye in all. Unlike the variable display effect of "pseudo-ren" that changes the decorative pattern again in all of the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative pattern changes again in a part of the decorative pattern display area 5L, 5C, and 5R. By doing so, an effect display is performed in which the decorative pattern to be stopped and displayed is changed.

During the variable display of the decorative pattern, unlike the reach effect or the variable display effect such as "pseudo-ream", for example, displaying a predetermined effect image, displaying an image as a message, or outputting a voice is used for decoration. Due to the effect operation different from the variable display operation of the symbol, the variable display state of the decorative symbol may be in the reach state, the reach effect by super reach may be executed, and the variable display result is ". A notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that there is a possibility of a "big hit".

The effect operation that becomes the advance notice effect is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Is executed (started) before the reach mode is reached (before the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the "left" and "right"). Further, the advance notice effect for notifying that the variable display result may be a "big hit" may include one executed after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode. In this way, the notice effect can be in the big hit game state at a predetermined timing from the start of the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to the derivation of the confirmed special symbol or the confirmed decorative symbol that is the variable display result. Anything that can foretell sex is sufficient. A plurality of notice patterns are prepared in advance according to the content (effect mode) of the effect operation when the advance notice effect is executed.

The advance notice effect includes a look-ahead advance notice effect (also referred to as a look-ahead effect). In the look-ahead notice effect, the variable display result is "big hit" according to the effect mode before the variable display that is the target (notice target) for which the possibility that the variable display result becomes "big hit" is executed. It is a notice production that can give notice of the possibility of becoming. In particular, the look-ahead notice effect that continuously gives notice over the variable display of the decorative pattern that is executed a plurality of times in response to a plurality of special figure games is also referred to as a continuous advance notice effect. In the look-ahead notice effect, before the variable display to be notified is started, for example, the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" based on the hold memory of the special figure game due to the occurrence of the start prize is announced. The production operation for the purpose is started. In contrast to the look-ahead notice effect, the notice effect whose execution is started after the variable display to be notified is started is called a single notice effect (also referred to as a single notice, the change notice, or a variable display advance notice effect). Will be done.

In this embodiment, as an example of the look-ahead notice effect, the display part of the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR and the display part of the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL are set as the display mode in the normal time. By changing to a different display mode, a pre-reading notice effect of "holding display change" for notifying the possibility of becoming a "big hit" in the variable display to be noticed is executed. More specifically, the display color in the display part that displays the number of special figure reservations identifiable is a specific color (for example, red, green, blue, etc.) different from the predetermined color (for example, white) in normal time. By doing so, it suffices to be able to notify that the variable display result is more likely to be a "big hit" than usual. In addition, by setting the display pattern in the first hold display or the second hold display to a specific pattern (for example, a cherry blossom pattern) different from the normal time, there is a higher possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit". May be able to be notified. Alternatively, by setting the display mode to show a predetermined message (for example, "secret") as the first hold display or the second hold display, it is notified that the display color is more likely to change to a specific color (for example). Suggestion) You may be able to do it. A hold display that suggests that such a display mode is likely to change to a specific mode is also referred to as a suggestion hold display. The pre-reading notice effect of "hold display change" is also referred to as a hold display change effect.

The look-ahead notice effect executed based on the occurrence of the start prize is executed (started) after the start prize occurs, before the player can determine whether or not the notice content by the look-ahead notice effect is realized. Anything is fine. For example, the look-ahead notice effect that announces that there is a possibility of reaching a reach state due to the occurrence of a certain starting prize is such that at least the variable display state of the decorative symbol based on the occurrence of the starting winning becomes the reach state (or non-reach state). Anything that is executed (started) before may be used. In addition, the look-ahead notice effect that announces that the variable display result may become a "big hit" due to the occurrence of a certain start prize is at least more than the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display based on the occurrence of the start prize. Anything that is executed (started) before may be used.

When the hold display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display may or may not change. Among the hold display change effects, the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display is also referred to as a hold display change success effect. Among the hold display change effects, the effect in which the display mode of the hold display does not change is also referred to as a hold display change failure effect. In addition, the hold display change effect includes a hold display change common effect. When the hold display change effect is executed, first, the hold display change common effect that is commonly executed when the display mode of the hold display is changed and when the display mode of the hold display is not changed is executed. The hold display change common effect causes, for example, an effect image showing a character (character for change effect) prepared in advance to be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and has an effect on the hold display corresponding to the variable display to be notified. It suffices to include such an action effect.

The effect image showing the character in the hold display change common effect is also referred to as a specific effect image. The effect image showing such a character may be continuously displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 over a plurality of variable displays based on the setting according to the determination result of executing the hold display change effect. The effect image showing the character to be the specific effect image may be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the player with respect to at least a part of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display of the decorative pattern is derived, the display mode of the effect image showing the character to be the specific effect image is stationary at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern. It is an aspect.

The effect effect in the hold display change common effect is to affect either the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, so that the display mode of the hold display is changed. Any display effect that suggests that there is a possibility of change may be sufficient. Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a part or all of a light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 or a decorative LED may be lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member of the above may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is changed. As described above, the effect of changing the display mode of the hold display on which the action is applied after the action effect in the hold display change common effect is executed is also referred to as a hold change effect as the first success effect. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display exerted by the action effect is not changed. As described above, the effect in which the effect effect in the hold display change common effect is executed but the display mode of the hold display on which the action is exerted does not change is also referred to as a hold change effect as the first failure effect.

In this embodiment, as an example of the single notice effect, the display of the effect image on the active display unit AHA is changed to a display mode different from the display mode in the normal time, so that the variable display in which the start condition is satisfied is "big hit". The notice effect of "active display change" for notifying the possibility of becoming "" is executed. More specifically, by setting the display color on the active display unit AHA to a specific color (for example, red, green, or blue) different from the predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state, the variable display result can be obtained. It suffices to be able to notify that the possibility of becoming a "big hit" is higher than usual. In addition, by making the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA a specific icon different from the round solid color in the normal time, a message such as "?", "Chance", or "super heat" is notified. It suffices to suggest the possibility that the variable display result will be a "big hit". In addition, the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA includes an icon that notifies a message such as "NEXT" to notify that the pseudo-ream variation in the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed. May be good. The notice effect of "active display change" is also referred to as an active display change effect.

When the active display change effect is executed, the display mode such as the display color and the icon of the active display in the active display unit AHA may or may not change. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display changes is also referred to as an active display change success effect. Among the active display change effects, an effect in which the display mode of the active display does not change is also referred to as an active display change failure effect. In addition, the active display change effect includes an active display change common effect. When the active display change effect is executed, first, the active display change common effect that is commonly executed when the display mode of the active display is changed and when the display mode of the active display is not changed is executed.

Similar to the hold display change common effect, the active display change common effect displays, for example, an effect image showing a character (character for change effect) as a specific effect image on the screen of the image display device 5, and has an effect on the active display. It suffices to include an action effect that exerts. The action effect in the active display change common effect may be any display effect that suggests that the display mode of the active display may change by acting on the active display in the active display unit AHA. Along with such a display effect, a predetermined sound effect may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a part or all of a light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 or a decorative LED may be lit in a predetermined lighting mode. The movable member of the above may be operated in a predetermined operation mode.

When the active display change success effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display exerted by the action effect is changed. As described above, the effect of changing the display mode of the active display on which the action is applied after the action effect in the active display change common effect is executed is also referred to as an active change effect as the second success effect. On the other hand, when the active display change failure effect is executed after the active display change common effect is executed, the display mode of the active display exerted by the action effect is not changed. As described above, the effect in which the action effect in the active display change common effect is executed but the display mode of the active display on which the action is exerted does not change is also referred to as an active change effect as the second failure effect.

The effect of changing the display color of the hold display or the display color of the active display is also called a display color change effect. The effect of changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a predetermined message (for example, "secret") is also referred to as a special display change effect. The effect of changing the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA to a specific icon different from the normal round solid color is also referred to as an icon display change effect.

When the lost symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B and the variable display result is "missing", the variable display mode is "non-reach" ("normal"). The case where the variable display mode is "reach" (also referred to as "reach loss") is included. When the variable display mode is "non-reach", the variable display state of the decorative symbol does not become the reach state after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, and the combination of predetermined decorative symbols that does not become reach (non-reach). Reach combination) is displayed (derived) as a stop. When the variable display mode is "reach", the reach effect is executed after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started and then the variable display state of the decorative symbol is in the reach state, and finally the jackpot combination is. A combination of predetermined decorative symbols (reach combination) that does not become is stopped and displayed (derived). The decorative symbols constituting the non-reach combination and the reach combination may be included in the non-specific display result together with the special symbol which is the lost symbol.

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

On the main board 11, when the power supply from the predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is started, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process which is the game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled and then performs the necessary initial settings. In this initial setting, for example, RAM 101 is cleared. In addition, the register of the CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set. As a result, after that, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute the timer interrupt process. When the initial setting is completed, interrupt processing is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, the process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed, and then the loop process may be started.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt processing includes, for example, switch processing, main side error processing, information output processing, game random number update processing, special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, command control processing, and other games in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It includes processing to control the progress of.

The switch process is a process of determining the state of detection signals input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. The error processing on the main side is a processing in which an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability fluctuation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software.

As an example, the random numbers for games used on the side of the main board 11 include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random number value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, and a random number value MR3 for determining a fluctuation pattern. It suffices if the random number value MR5 for determining the figure display result is included. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the variable display result such as a special symbol in the special figure game as a “big hit” to the big hit game state. The random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines the jackpot type to be one of a plurality of types such as "non-probability", "probability", and "probability" when the variable display result is "big hit". It is a random value used for. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random number value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol to any of a plurality of prepared patterns. The random number value MR5 for determining the normal figure display result is in a closed state (normally open) of the second starting winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball device 6B with the variable display result of the normal symbol in the normal figure game as "per normal figure". It is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the open state (expanded open state) in which the game ball easily passes (enters) more frequently than the state).

In the special symbol process process included in the game control timer interrupt process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and is displayed on the special symbol display device 4. Various processes are selected and executed in order to control the operation and set the opening / closing operation of the large winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 according to a predetermined procedure. The normal symbol process processing controls the display operation (for example, turning on and off of the segment LED) in the normal symbol display 20, variable display of the normal symbol, tilting operation setting of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball device 6B, and the like. It is a process that enables. In the normal symbol process processing, as high-opening control accompanying the time reduction control, the normal symbol display 20 controls the fluctuation time of the normal symbol (normal symbol fluctuation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, and each time. Control to improve the probability that the variable display result of the normal symbol will be "per normal" in the normal game, and the normal variable winning ball device based on the variable display result being "hit" A part or all of control is performed in which the tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable wing piece in 6B is made longer than in the normal state, and the number of tilts is increased as in the normal state.

The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in the command control process, the effect control board 12 among the output ports included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the RAM 102. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command, set the predetermined control data in the output port of the effect control INT signal to turn the effect control INT signal on and then off for a predetermined time. By doing so, it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, the interrupt enable state is set, and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing an example of special symbol process processing. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). After executing the start winning determination process, the CPU 103 selects one of the processes of steps S110 to S117 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag setting unit, etc.). And execute.

FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S101 of FIG. 3 as the start winning determination process. When the start winning determination process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first obtains a detection signal from the first starting opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A. It is determined whether or not the first start port switch 22A is ON (step S201). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the first special figure reserved storage number, which is the reserved storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure, is a predetermined upper limit value. (For example, "4") is determined (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 holds the first special figure by reading the first hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the first hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.). It suffices if the number of memories can be specified. When the first special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), the start port which is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102. The buffer value is set to "1" (step S203).

When the first start port switch 22A is off in step S201 (step S201; No), or when the first special figure reserved storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), it is normal. Based on the detection signal from the second starting port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second starting winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B, it is determined whether or not the second starting opening switch 22B is on (). Step S204). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; Yes), the second special figure hold storage number, which is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure, is a predetermined upper limit value. (For example, "4") is determined (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 holds the second special figure by reading the second hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the second hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.). It suffices if the number of memories can be specified. When the second special figure reserved storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; No), the start port buffer value is set to "2" (step S206).

After executing any of the processes of steps S203 and S206, the hold storage count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated to be added by 1 (step S207). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the first hold storage count value is added by 1, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the second hold storage count value is added by 1. In this way, the first reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Further, the second reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). In this way, when the first start condition is satisfied, the first special figure reserved storage number is updated to increase by 1, and when the second start condition is satisfied, the second special figure reserved storage number is updated to increase by 1. .. At this time, the total hold storage count value, which is the storage value of the total hold storage counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control counter setting unit, etc.), is updated to be added by 1 (step S208).

After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning prize (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, the random number for determining the special figure display result is disturbed from the numerical data updated by the random number counter or the like provided in the predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102. Numerical data indicating the numerical value MR1, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted. Numerical data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as hold data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S210).

In the process of step S210, for example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the hold data is held. The data is set in the second special figure reservation storage unit. In the first special figure holding storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A, and the first starting winning is generated, but the special drawing game that has not been started yet ( The special figure game) using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is stored as a hold memory. In the second special figure holding storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B, and the second starting winning is generated, but the special drawing game has not been started yet. (Special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored as a hold memory.

The first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with, for example, the winning order to the first starting winning opening, and is based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 by the CPU 103 are stored as reserved data. Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is held, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ), Whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit game state, which of the multiple types is the big hit type when the variable display result is "big hit", and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example). It is a hold storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a reach effect of super reach. As described above, the first special figure reservation storage unit has satisfied the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A, but has not yet started. The hold storage information of the special figure game in the first special symbol display device 4A is stored.

The second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with, for example, the winning order to the second starting winning opening, and is based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 by the CPU 103 are stored as reserved data. Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is held, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ), Whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit game state, which of the multiple types is the big hit type when the variable display result is "big hit", and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is a specific mode (for example). It is a hold storage information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a reach effect of super reach. As described above, the second special figure reservation storage unit has satisfied the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B, but has not yet started. The hold storage information of the special figure game in the second special symbol display device 4B is stored.

Following the process of step S210, a setting for transmitting a start opening winning designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S211). Subsequently, the random number value determination process at the time of winning is executed (step S212). After that, the setting for transmitting the hold storage number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S213). Further, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is "1" or "2" (step S214). At this time, if the start port buffer value is "2" (step S214; "2"), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (step S215), and then the start prize is won. The judgment process is terminated. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "1" (step S214; "1"), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to "0" (step S216). The process proceeds to step S204. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect a valid start prize for the game ball at the same time, the process based on the detection of both valid start prizes can be surely completed.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S212 of FIG. 4 as the winning random number value determination process. In this embodiment, when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, the special symbol display result is set as a "big hit" in the special symbol normal processing (step S110, FIG. 8 in FIG. 3) described later, and the jackpot game state. It is decided whether or not to control it, and the fluctuation pattern is decided. On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 performs the winning random value determination process in step S212 at the starting winning timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening or second starting winning opening). By executing this, it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 is determined to derive the jackpot symbol as a special symbol display result, and the random value MR3 is determined as a variable pattern that sets the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state. Judgment as to whether or not it is. As a result, whether or not the special symbol display result becomes a "big hit" and the decoration before the variable display of the special symbol or decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the starting winning opening is started. Whether or not the reach state is reached during the variable display of the symbol is predicted, and based on this prediction result, whether or not the effect control CPU 120 or the like executes the advance notice effect as the look-ahead effect on the effect control board 12. Can be determined.

In the winning random number value determination process shown in FIG. 5, the CPU 103 first confirms the state of the time saving flag and the probability change flag provided in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102, for example, to perform a pachinko game. The current gaming state in the machine 1 is specified (step S401). More specifically, when the probability change flag is on, the gaming state is the probability change state, when the probability change flag is off and the time reduction flag is on, the game state is the time reduction state, and both the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are When it is off, it suffices to specify that it is in the normal state. Further, by checking the value of the special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag control unit, etc.), it is possible to determine whether or not the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the jackpot gaming state. I just need to be able to identify it.

The CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state thus specified is in the jackpot gaming state (step S402). At this time, if it is determined that the jackpot is not in progress, it is further determined whether or not the high base is in the high open control associated with the time reduction control in the probable change state or the time reduction state (step S403). When it is determined in step S402 that the jackpot is in progress (step S402; Yes), or when it is determined in step S403 that the base is high (step S403; Yes), the starting port buffer value is "2". (Step S404).

When it is determined in step S403 that the base is not high (step S403; No), or when it is determined in step S404 that the start port buffer value is "2" (step S404; Yes), FIG. 4 Using the random number values extracted in the process of step S209 shown in the above, various variable display contents are determined. In this embodiment, the variable display contents to be determined at the time of starting winning include "big hit", "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", "reach confirmation at the time of loss", and "general at the time of loss".

The CPU 101 sets a jackpot determination range in order to determine whether or not the variable display content is a “big hit”. For example, from the specific display result determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, data used for determining the special figure display result corresponding to the current gaming state (special figure display result determination table data). ) Is selected. In the table data for determining the special figure display result, the range of the determined value to which the special figure display result is assigned to the "big hit" may be set as the big hit determination range. This jackpot determination range is compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in the process of step S209. At this time, if the random number value MR1 is within the range of the big hit determination range, the variable display content is determined to be "big hit".

If it is determined that the variable display content is not "big hit" in response to the random value MR1 being outside the range of the big hit determination range, the super reach confirmation range or reach confirmation range at the time of loss is set. The super reach confirmation range and reach confirmation range at the time of loss are random values that can be determined as a fluctuation pattern with reach effect including super reach or normal reach regardless of the number of special figure reserved storages (random value for determining fluctuation pattern). The range of the numerical value MR3) may be predetermined.

When the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started, it is prepared in advance by using the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern and the variation pattern determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. The fluctuation pattern used in this variable display is determined from the plurality of fluctuation patterns. In the variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is assigned to any of a plurality of variation patterns. The CPU 103 determines a variation pattern to which a determination value matching the random number value MR3 is assigned as the variation pattern used in the present variable display. For example, in the variation pattern determination table used at the time of loss when the variable display result is "loss", the assignment of the determination value to a plurality of variation patterns is the first special feature as shown in FIGS. 11 (B1) and 11 (B2). It differs depending on the number of reserved storages in the figure and the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. However, some of the determined values are assigned to the same (or the same type) fluctuation pattern regardless of the first special figure reserved storage number and the second special figure reserved storage number. In the table data constituting such a fluctuation pattern determination table, among the determination values assigned to the fluctuation pattern with superreach, the range of the determination values assigned to the fluctuation pattern with superreach regardless of the number of special figure reserved storages. However, it suffices if it is predetermined as a super reach determination range. Further, in the table data constituting the variation pattern determination table, among the determination values assigned to the variation patterns with reach effect including normal reach, they are assigned to the variation pattern with reach effect regardless of the number of reserved special figures. The range of the determined value may be predetermined as the reach determination range.

FIG. 6 shows an example of determining a fluctuation pattern at the time of loss when the variable display result is “loss”. When the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state without time reduction control, a variation pattern determination table in which determination values as shown in FIG. 11B1 are assigned to variation patterns is used. In this case, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with super reach is determined regardless of the number of reserved storages in the first special figure. .. On the other hand, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "271" to "300", it is uncertain whether or not superreach is accompanied according to the number of reserved memory of the first special figure. , It is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect including the normal reach is determined at least regardless of the number of reserved memories of the first special figure.

Further, during the time reduction in which the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probability variation state accompanied by a time reduction control or a time reduction state, a variation pattern determination table in which determination values as shown in FIG. 11 (B2) are assigned to the variation patterns is used. Be done. In this case, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with superreach is determined regardless of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. .. On the other hand, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "289" to "300", it is determined that the fluctuation pattern with normal reach is determined regardless of the number of reserved storages in the second special figure. ..

The number of special figure reservations (first special figure reservations, second special figure reservations) when the start winning is generated does not match the number of special figure reservations when the variable display is actually started. Not limited to this, it may change due to the execution of variable display or the occurrence of a new start prize after the start prize has occurred. Therefore, the table data selected due to the difference in the number of reserved special figures may not match between the judgment result at the start winning and the determination of the fluctuation pattern at the start of the variable display. It is generally difficult to determine and predict whether or not it will be decided. On the other hand, in the variation pattern determination table in this embodiment, when the variable display result is "missing", at least the determination value assigned to the variation pattern with super reach or the variation pattern with reach effect including normal reach is determined. Special figure Contains a common decision value regardless of the number of reserved memories. Therefore, regardless of whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by super reach is determined regardless of the number of special figure reserved memories at the start winning prize or the start of variable display in the pachinko gaming machine 1, whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach, and the reach effect including normal reach. It can be determined whether or not it is confirmed that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by is determined.

If the variable display result is "missing" in the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", the variable display content Is determined to be "super reach confirmed at the time of loss", and if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "271" to "300", the variable display content is "reach confirmed at the time of loss". judge. If the variable display result is "missing" during the time reduction control, if the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "295" to "300", the variable display content Is determined to be "super reach confirmed at the time of loss", and if the random number knowledge MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the range of "289" to "300", the variable display content is "reach confirmed at the time of loss". judge.

When it is determined in step S404 shown in FIG. 5 that the starting port buffer value is "1" instead of "2" (step S404; No), a setting for limiting the winning determination in the process of step S405 is set. (Step S406). In this way, when the high opening control accompanying the time saving control is performed, or when the big hit game state is performed, the start prize (first start prize) is generated by the game ball passing (entering) the first start prize opening. Limit the variable display content so that it is not judged. As a result, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start is performed during the high opening control or in the big hit game state. It is possible to ensure the soundness of the game by restricting the pre-reading notice based on the winning from being executed.

After that, the notification content at the time of starting winning is set according to the determination result by the process of step S405 and the setting by the process of step S406 (step S407). According to the content of the notification, the setting for transmitting the winning determination result command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 is made (step S408), and then the winning random value determination process is terminated.

FIG. 7 shows a start opening winning designation command (first starting opening winning designation command and a second starting opening winning designation command), a hold storage number notification command (first hold storage number notification command, and a second hold storage number notification command). A setting example of the winning judgment result command is shown. In this embodiment, a command B100H as a first starting opening winning designation command and a command B200H as a second starting opening winning designation command are prepared in advance as starting opening winning designation commands. The subscript H indicates that it is a hexadecimal number. Further, as the hold storage number notification command, a command C1XXH which is a first hold storage number notification command and a command C2XXH which is a second hold storage number notification command are prepared in advance. It should be noted that XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the hold storage number notification command, different EXT data (for example, any of 00H to 04H) is set according to the special figure hold storage number. Further, a command C4XXH, which is a winning determination result command, is prepared in advance.

When a game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and a starting winning (first starting winning) occurs, the step shown in FIG. When it is determined in the process of S202 that the number of reserved first special figures has not reached the upper limit value, the first start condition is satisfied. The first start condition is a condition for executing a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. When the first start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to "1" in the process of step S203 shown in FIG. 4, and then the transmission setting is made by the process of step S211. The first start opening winning designation command is transmitted to 12. Further, by setting the transmission by the process of step S408 shown in FIG. 5, the winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, when the start port buffer value is "1", the transmission setting by the process of step S213 shown in FIG. 4 is performed, so that the first reserved storage number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Will be done.

When a game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and a starting winning (second starting winning) occurs, it is shown in FIG. When it is determined in the process of step S205 that the second special figure reserved storage number has not reached the upper limit value, the second start condition is satisfied. The second start condition is a condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. When the second start condition is satisfied, the start port buffer value is set to "2" in the process of step S206 shown in FIG. 4, and then the transmission setting is made by the process of step S211. A second start opening winning designation command is transmitted to 12. Further, by setting the transmission by the process of step S408 shown in FIG. 5, the winning determination result command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Further, by performing the transmission setting by the process of step S213 shown in FIG. 4 when the start port buffer value is “2”, the second hold storage number notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Will be done.

On the side of the effect control board 12, the establishment of the first starting condition can be detected by receiving the first starting opening winning designation command, and the establishment of the second starting condition can be detected by receiving the second starting opening winning designation command. can. As described above, the first start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the first start condition. The second start opening winning designation command is an effect control command for notifying the establishment of the second start condition. The winning determination result command is at the time of the first start winning, which is the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening, or at the time of detecting the game ball that has passed (entered) the second starting winning opening. At the time of the second start winning, the comparison result (decision result at the time of winning) using the game random number (random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result) extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like is sent to the side of the effect control board 12. Notify. The first reserved storage number notification command notifies the first special figure reserved storage number. The second reserved storage number notification command notifies the second special figure reserved storage number. In this embodiment, in the first reserved storage number notification command and the second reserved storage number notification command, the game ball passes (enters) either the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, and the starting winning is won. In addition to notifying whether it has occurred, it is transmitted as hold notification information specifying which of the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number has increased.

The first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command correspond to the fact that the execution of the special figure game is started when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied. May be sent. Alternatively, a hold storage number addition designation command (first hold storage number addition designation command or second) indicating that the hold storage number of the first special figure or the second special figure hold storage number has increased when the number of hold storages has increased. While sending the hold storage number addition specification command), when the hold storage number decreases, the hold storage number subtraction specification command (first) indicating that the hold storage number of the first special figure or the second special figure hold storage number has decreased. (1) Hold storage number subtraction designation command or second hold storage number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted. A total hold storage notification command that notifies the total hold storage number in place of the first hold storage number notification command or the second hold storage number notification command, or together with the first hold storage number notification command or the second hold storage number notification command. May be sent. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

FIG. 7B exemplifies the content of notification by the winning determination result command. Of the winning determination result commands shown in FIG. 7B, the commands C402H, command C203H, and command C404H may be transmitted when the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is not within the jackpot determination range. , Notifies the winning judgment result that the variable display result is determined to be "missing" and is not controlled by the big hit game state. On the other hand, the command C401H is transmitted when the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the jackpot determination range, and the variable display result is determined to be "big hit" and controlled to the jackpot gaming state at the time of winning. Notify the judgment result (variable display content is "big hit"). The command C402H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is within the super reach confirmation range at the time of loss, and is determined to be the fluctuation pattern accompanied by super reach at the time of loss. Will notify you of "Super reach confirmed at the time of loss"). The command C403H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is within the reach determination range at the time of loss, and the determination result at the time of winning (variable display content is determined to be the variation pattern accompanied by the reach effect at the time of loss). Notify "reach confirmed at the time of loss"). The command C404H is transmitted when the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is neither within the super reach confirmation range at the time of loss nor within the reach confirmation range, and at the time of winning that the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect may not be determined. Notify the judgment result (variable display content is "general when lost"). In this way, the winning judgment result command uses the game random numbers extracted at the time of starting winning, and whether or not the variable display result is determined as a "big hit" or whether or not it is determined in a specific fluctuation pattern. It is transmitted as judgment result information for notifying the judgment result at the time of winning.

The special symbol normal processing of step S110 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A or the like is based on the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, such as the first special symbol reservation storage unit and the second special symbol reservation storage unit. The second special symbol display device 4B determines whether or not to start the special symbol game. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, the variable display result determines whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set as a "big hit" based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. Derived Determined (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be "big hit", the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types. The jackpot type is stored by storing the data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control buffer setting unit). Further, in the special symbol normal processing, the definite special symbol (big hit symbol,) in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B corresponds to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game. One of the lost symbols) is set. In the special symbol normal processing, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1" when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is predetermined.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining the variation pattern to one of a plurality of types based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the variable display result is a "big hit". The variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set in advance according to the variable pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time from the start of the variable display of the special symbol to the derivation of the definite special symbol as the variable display result is determined. Further, the variable pattern setting process may include a process of determining whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to "reach" when the variable display result is "missing". Alternatively, even if the variable display state of the decorative symbol is determined to be "reach" by determining the variable pattern when the variable display result is "missing" in the variable pattern setting process at a predetermined ratio. good. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of setting the special symbol display device 4 to start the variation of the special symbol. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2".

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process of setting the special symbol to be varied in the special symbol display device 4, a process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the special symbol, and the like. .. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol reaches the special symbol fluctuation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3".

The special symbol stop processing in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. This special symbol stop process includes a process of stopping the fluctuation of the special symbol by the special symbol display device 4 and setting to stop and display the confirmed special symbol which is the variable display result of the special symbol. When the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed, a setting for transmitting the symbol confirmation command to the effect control board 12 is made as an effect control command that can specify that the display result in the variable display is derived. Then, it is determined whether or not the jackpot flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, the game control flag setting unit) is turned on. When the big hit flag is on, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command that specifies the start of the big hit game state based on the special figure display result being "big hit" is set, and the value of the special figure process flag is set to ". Update to 4 ". If the jackpot flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0".

The jackpot opening preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. In this big hit pre-opening process, based on the fact that the variable display result is "big hit", etc., the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit game state and setting the big winning opening to be open, etc. It is included. When the jackpot opening preprocessing is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5".

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

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this jackpot opening post-processing, it is determined whether or not the number of executions of the round game in which the jackpot is open has reached a predetermined upper limit (for example, "2" or "15" depending on the jackpot type). Processing to be performed, processing to wait until the next round game is started when the maximum number of times has not been reached, and the like are included. Then, when the next round game is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4", while when the number of executions of the round game reaches the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is "7". Is updated to.

The jackpot end process of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this big hit end process, a waiting period corresponding to a period in which the ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit game state is executed by an effect device such as an image display device 5, speakers 8L, 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. It includes a process of waiting until the time elapses and a process of making various settings for controlling the probabilistic state and the time saving state according to the success or failure of the probabilistic control condition. Then, when the setting for controlling the probability change state or the time saving state is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0".

FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 8, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure reserved storage number is “0” (step S231). The second special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 may read the second reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is "0".

When the second special figure reserved storage number is other than "0" in step S231 (step S231; No), it is stored in the head area (storage area corresponding to the hold number "1") of the second special figure reserved storage unit. Numerical data indicating a predetermined random value is read out as the reserved data (step S232). As a result, the game random numbers extracted in response to the occurrence of the start prize (second start prize) at the second start prize opening in the process of step S209 shown in FIG. 4 are read out. The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the process of step S232, for example, by subtracting 1 from the second reserved storage number count value and updating, the second special figure holding storage number is updated to be subtracted by 1, and the second special figure holding storage is updated. The storage content in the unit is shifted (step S233). For example, the reserved data stored in the storage area lower than the reserved number "1" (the storage area corresponding to the reserved numbers "2" to "4") in the second special figure reserved storage unit is placed one entry higher. shift. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be subtracted by 1. Then, the variation special figure designation buffer value, which is the storage value of the variation special figure designation buffer provided in the predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 102, is updated to "2" (step S234).

When the second special figure reserved storage number is "0" in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved storage number is "0" (step S235). The first special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 may read the first reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is "0". As described above, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved storage number is "0", and the first special figure reserved storage number is "0". Judge whether or not. As a result, the special figure game using the second special figure is started to be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure.

In addition, regardless of whether it is the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening, if the special figure game is executed in the order in which the game balls pass (enter) the starting winning opening, the first A predetermined area of the RAM 102 in which the start opening data indicating which of the start winning opening and the second starting winning opening the game ball has passed (entered) is associated with the hold number together with the hold data or separately from the hold data. It suffices to make it possible to specify the order in which the start conditions are satisfied for the special figure game corresponding to each reserved data.

Following the process of step S236, for example, by subtracting 1 from the first reserved storage number count value and updating, the first special figure holding storage number is updated to be subtracted by 1, and the first special figure holding storage is updated. The storage content in the unit is shifted (step S237). For example, the reserved data stored in the storage area lower than the reserved number "1" (the storage area corresponding to the reserved numbers "2" to "4") in the first special figure reserved storage unit is placed one entry higher. shift. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be subtracted by 1. Then, the variable special map designation buffer value is updated to "1" (step S238).

After executing any of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the special symbol display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, is determined to be either "big hit" or "missing" (step S239). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101 is selected and set as a table used for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is the determination result of whether the special figure display result is "big hit" or "missing". , Should be assigned. The CPU 103 may determine the special figure display result by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read from the random number buffer for variation. When the special symbol display result is determined to be "big hit" in the process of step S239, the display result of the special symbol derived in the special symbol game becomes the jackpot symbol as the specific display result, and the decorative symbol is variable. After the display result derived in the display becomes the definite decorative symbol of the jackpot combination, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the jackpot gaming state advantageous to the player. In this way, by executing the process of step S239, the CPU 103 can determine whether or not to control to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

In the process of step S239, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state and the probabilistic change control is performed, the special figure is at a higher rate than when the probabilistic change control is not performed in the normal state or the time saving state. The display result is determined to be a "big hit". The probabilistic change state is started by setting the probabilistic change flag to the on state corresponding to the case where the big hit type is either "probability change" or "probability change" by, for example, the big hit end process of step S117 shown in FIG. Will be done. In the probabilistic state, the special figure display result is more likely to be a "big hit" and the big hit game state is more likely to occur than when the probabilistic change control is not performed in the normal state or the time saving state.

The CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is a "big hit" (step S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be "big hit" (step S240; Yes), the big hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (game control flag setting unit, etc.) is set to the on state (step S241). .. Further, the jackpot type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, a jackpot type determination table prepared in advance by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101 is selected and set as a table used for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value for determining the jackpot type, depending on whether the variable special map is the first special map or the second special map, has a plurality of jackpot types. It suffices if it is assigned to the decision result of which type to use. The CPU 103 may determine the jackpot type by referring to the jackpot type determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type read from the random number buffer for variation.

After executing the process of step S242, the jackpot type is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 may store the jackpot type by storing data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (game control buffer setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102.

When the special symbol display result is not "big hit" in step S240 (step S240; No), or after the processing of step S243 is executed, a confirmed special symbol which is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game is determined. (Step S244). As an example, when it is determined in step S240 that the special symbol display result is not a "big hit", a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol is determined as a definite special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is "big hit", any of the special symbols predetermined as a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S242. It may be decided as a definite special symbol.

After executing the process of step S244, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1" (step S245), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1" in step S245, the fluctuation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interrupt occurs.

If the number of reserved memory of the special figure game using the first special figure is "0" in step S235 (step S235; Yes), after performing the predetermined demo display setting (step S246), the special symbol Ends normal processing. In this demo display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demo screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is an effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the transmission has been sent to the board 12. At this time, if it has already been sent, the demo display setting is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been sent, the setting for sending the customer waiting demo designation command is made, and then the demo display setting is terminated.

FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S111 of FIG. 3 as the variation pattern setting process. In the fluctuation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 9, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the jackpot flag is on (step S261). Then, when the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is "big hit" is determined (step S262). On the other hand, when the jackpot flag is off (step S261; No), the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the loss when the special figure display result becomes "loss" is determined (step S263).

In the process of step S262, the fluctuation pattern at the time of jackpot is determined by using the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101, for example. In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the fluctuation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result becomes "big hit" by referring to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern read from the random number buffer for fluctuation. The fluctuation pattern may be determined. Further, in the process of step S263, the variation pattern at the time of loss is determined by using the loss variation pattern determination table prepared, for example, by storing in a predetermined area of ROM 101. In the loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result becomes "loss" by referring to the loss variation pattern determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern read from the random number buffer for variation. The fluctuation pattern may be determined.

FIG. 10 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result (special figure display result) is "missing", the variable display state of the decorative symbol is "non-reach", which is not the reach state, and "the reach state". A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance corresponding to each of the cases of "reach" and to the case where the variable display result (special figure display result) is "big hit". The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is "non-reach" is called a non-reach fluctuation pattern (also referred to as a non-reach loss fluctuation pattern), and the fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display content is "reach" is , Also called reach fluctuation pattern (also called reach loss fluctuation pattern). The non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the loss fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “loss”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern. The jackpot fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect in the normal reach is executed and a super reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect in the super reach is executed.

FIG. 11 shows an example of determining a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a loss fluctuation pattern. In the process of step S262 shown in FIG. 9, for example, the fluctuation pattern at the time of a big hit is determined at a ratio as shown in FIG. 11 (A). In the example shown in FIG. 11A, as the fluctuation pattern at the time of a big hit, any one of the fluctuation pattern PA3-1 to the fluctuation pattern PA3-3 and the fluctuation pattern PB3-1 to the fluctuation pattern PB3-4 is used at a predetermined ratio. Will be decided. In the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 9, the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 11 (B1), for example, in the normal time when the time saving control is not performed. Further, in the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 9, when the time saving control is being performed, the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss is determined at a ratio as shown in FIG. 11 (B2), for example. In the process of step S263, by determining the fluctuation pattern at the time of loss, it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state when the variable display result is "loss". It should be noted that, by a process separate from the determination of the fluctuation pattern, it may be determined whether or not to reach the reach state when the variable display result becomes “missing”.

In the example shown in FIG. 11A, the determined values assigned to the fluctuation patterns accompanied by the reach effect in the super reach, such as the fluctuation pattern PB3-1 to the fluctuation pattern PB3-4, are the fluctuation patterns PA3-1 to the fluctuation pattern. It is set to be larger than the determined value assigned to the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect in the normal reach such as PA3-3. On the other hand, in the examples shown in FIGS. 11 (B1) and 11 (B2), the determined values assigned to the fluctuation patterns accompanied by the reach effect in the normal reach, such as the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 to the fluctuation pattern PA2-3, are varied. It is set to be larger than the determined value assigned to the fluctuation pattern accompanied by the reach effect in the super reach, such as the pattern PB2-1 to the fluctuation pattern PB2-4. As a result, when the variable display result is derived after the reach effect in the super reach is executed, the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit" (big hit expectation) is increased.

The determination example shown in FIG. 11 (B1) includes determination values assigned to different fluctuation patterns depending on whether the number of reserved first special figures is 0, 1, or 2 or more. As a specific example, the determined value in the range of "151" to "180" is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-1 if the first special figure reserved storage number is 0, and the first special figure reserved storage number is 1. If it is, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-2, and if the number of reserved storages in the first special figure is 2 or more, it is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA1-3. With such a setting, the average variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the number of reserved first special symbols. In particular, when the number of reserved first special figures is equal to or greater than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average variable display time should be shorter than when the number of reserved first special figures is less than a predetermined value. It suffices if a determined value is assigned to each fluctuation pattern so that In the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, it is difficult for the game ball to pass (enter) through the second start winning opening, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the second special figure is low. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the first special figure reserved storage number is a predetermined value (for example, "0") regardless of the second special figure reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as in. Alternatively, refer to the table data corresponding to the first special figure reserved storage number at that time regardless of the second special figure reserved storage number when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. , The fluctuation pattern may be determined. Alternatively, in response to the fact that the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, FIG. 11 (2) regardless of the number of reserved special figures. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data to which the determination value is assigned differently from B1). Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied, the "first special figure reserved storage number" shown in FIG. 11 (B1) is read as "the second special figure reserved storage number". The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data according to the second special figure reserved storage number.

In the determination example shown in FIG. 11 (B2), a determination value assigned to a different variation pattern is included depending on whether the second special figure reserved storage number is 0, 1, or 2 or more. With such a setting, the average variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the second special symbol reserved storage number. In particular, when the second special figure reserved storage number is equal to or more than a predetermined value (for example, “2”), the average variable display time is shorter than when the second special figure reserved storage number is less than the predetermined value. It suffices if a determined value is assigned to each fluctuation pattern so that During the time reduction control, the game ball easily passes (enters) the second start winning opening, and the special figure game using the second special figure is frequently executed. When the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the special figure game using the second special figure is repeated if the time is shortened. It is highly likely that it will be executed, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the first special figure is low. Then, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the number of reserved second special figures is set to 0. Therefore, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the second special figure reserved storage number is a predetermined value (for example, "0") regardless of the first special figure reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as in. Alternatively, the fluctuation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data in which the allocation of the determined values is different from that in FIG. 11 (B2) regardless of the number of reserved storages in the first special figure. Alternatively, when the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied, the "second special figure reserved storage number" shown in FIG. 11 (B2) is read as "the first special figure reserved storage number". The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data according to the number of reserved storages in the first special figure.

After executing any of the processes of steps S262 and S263, the special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is set (step S264). The special symbol fluctuation time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the fluctuation of the special symbol in the special symbol game until the definite special symbol, which is the variable display result (special symbol display result), is derived and displayed. Is. As shown in FIG. 10, the special figure fluctuation time is predetermined in accordance with a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. Therefore, the special figure fluctuation time is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern in the processes of steps S262 and S263. By setting the special symbol fluctuation time, the CPU 103 can set the timing at which the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is derived.

Following the process of step S264, the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B are started. A setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is made so as to start any of the special symbol games for which the condition is satisfied (step S265). As an example, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "1", a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special figure designation buffer value is "2", a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is made.

After executing the process of step S265, the command transmission setting at the start of the change of the special symbol is performed (step S266). For example, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "1", the CPU 103 receives a first fluctuation start command, a fluctuation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a first from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the hold storage number notification commands, the storage address (start address) in ROM 101 of the first fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is specified. On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is "2", the CPU 103 receives a second fluctuation start command, a fluctuation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a second from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the hold storage number notification commands, the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second fluctuation start command table prepared in advance is specified.

The first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command use the fluctuation start in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. This is an effect control command that specifies the start of fluctuations in the special figure game. The first fluctuation start command and the second fluctuation start command are also simply referred to as fluctuation start commands. The variable pattern specification command is variably displayed in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is an effect control command that specifies a variation pattern such as a decorative pattern. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol.

After executing the process of step S266, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2" (step S267), and then the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2" in step S267, the special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 3 is executed when the next timer interrupt occurs.

Next, the operation on the effect control board 12 will be described.

In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute a predetermined effect control main process. When the effect control main process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer) mounted on the effect control board 12. Set the register of the circuit). After that, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on. The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, based on the register setting of the CTC, for example. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, it waits.

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

If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are made.

As an example, in the command analysis process, when there is a receive command stored in the effect control command reception buffer, it is determined which effect control command is received by checking the MODE data of the receive command. .. At this time, when the winning determination result command and the first reserved storage number notification command are received together with the first starting port winning designation command, the first set provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control buffer setting unit) or the like. Among the free areas in the start winning command buffer, the first starting opening winning designation command and the first holding storage number notification command are sequentially stored in the storage area having the smallest hold display number, which is the buffer number. On the other hand, when the second hold storage number notification command is received together with the second start opening winning designation command, the free area in the second start winning command buffer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (for example, the effect control buffer setting unit) or the like. Among them, the second start opening winning designation command and the second hold storage number notification command are stored in order in the storage area having the smallest hold display number as the buffer number.

The command buffer at the time of the first start winning is associated with a set of effect control commands (first start opening winning designation command and first hold storage number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the first start winning. A storage area is reserved so that it can be stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the first start prize is generated in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the first start prize according to the reception order. Stores in order from the beginning of the free area in. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the first start winning corresponds to the first special figure hold storage number.

The command buffer at the time of the second start winning is associated with a set of effect control commands (second start opening winning designation command and second hold storage number notification command) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the second start winning. A storage area is reserved so that it can be stored. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the second start winning is generated in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers "1" to "4" of the command buffer at the time of the second start winning according to the reception order. Stores in order from the beginning of the free area in. The hold display number in the command buffer at the time of the second start winning corresponds to the second special figure hold storage number.

After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process process is executed. In the effect control process processing, various operations such as display operation of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5, audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting operation in the light emitting body such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED, and the like. Regarding the control content of the effect operation using the effect device, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or the like transmitted from the main board 11. Following the effect control process process, the effect random number update process is executed, and the software updates the numerical data indicating the effect random numbers counted by the random counter of the RAM 122 as various random number values used for the effect control.

FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 12, first, the hold display setting process is executed (step S161). The hold display setting process updates the first hold display on the first hold display unit 5HR and the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL when the first start prize or the second start prize occurs. Includes processing for. Further, the hold display setting process includes, for example, a determination process and a setting process for executing a look-ahead notice effect of the "hold display change" by using the storage data of the hold display data storage unit provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 121. Includes.

FIG. 13 shows a configuration example of the hold display data storage unit. The hold display data storage unit corresponds to the fact that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. Various data for performing the first hold display on the first hold display unit 5HR and various data for performing the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL are stored as hold display data. As the hold display data storage unit, it corresponds to the first hold display data storage unit corresponding to the hold storage display of the special figure game using the first special figure and the hold storage display of the special figure game using the second special figure. It suffices if a second hold display data storage unit is provided. In the hold display data storage unit, for example, a winning determination result, a hold display change pattern, and a change effect timing pattern can be specified in association with a hold number similar to that of the first special figure hold storage unit and the second special figure hold storage unit. A storage area for storing the data shown in is secured. The winning determination result indicates the variable display content of the special symbol or the decorative symbol specified based on the winning determination result command. The hold display change pattern is an effect pattern including the designation of the display mode of the hold display to be changed in the look-ahead notice effect of the “hold display change”. The change effect timing pattern is an effect pattern including the designation of the timing for executing the pre-reading advance notice effect of the “hold display change”.

FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S161 of FIG. 12 as the hold display setting process. In the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 14, the effect control CPU 120 first receives an effect control command (start opening winning designation command, winning determination result command, hold storage number notification command, etc.) transmitted at the time of starting winning. It is determined whether or not it was present (step S301). In the process of step S301, for example, whether or not the start opening winning designation command, the winning determination result command, and the hold storage number notification command are newly stored in the first start winning command buffer or the second starting winning command buffer. By confirming, it is sufficient to determine whether or not a command has been received at the time of winning a start.

If no command is received in step S301 (step S301; No), the hold display setting process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined that the command has been received (step S301; Yes), the winning determination result corresponding to the received winning determination result command is specified (step S302). At this time, it is determined whether or not "during the winning determination restriction" is specified (step S303). If the winning judgment result is other than "Restricting the winning judgment" (step S303; No), the presence or absence of the holding display change effect as to whether or not to execute the hold display change effect (that is, the hold display change common effect) (Execution / non-execution) and the effect type when executing the hold display change effect (step S304). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the hold display change effect updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and determines the hold display change effect stored in advance in the ROM 121. By referring to the table or the like, the presence / absence and type of the hold display change effect may be determined. In the process of step S304, "no change effect" when the hold display change effect is not executed, or "with change effect (1)" or "with change effect (2)" when the hold display change effect is executed. It is determined to be one of the types.

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the determination result by the process of step S304 is "no change effect" (step S305). At this time, if the determination result is "with change effect (1)" or "change effect (2)" and not "without change effect" (step S305; No), the presence or absence of display change is determined (step S305; No). Step S307). The presence or absence of the display change determined in the process of step S307 indicates whether or not the display mode of the hold display is changed as the execution result of the hold display change effect. For example, when the hold display change success effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed in the hold display change effect, the display mode of the hold display changes, so that there is a display change. On the other hand, when the hold display change failure effect is executed after the hold display change common effect is executed in the hold display change effect, the display mode of the hold display does not change, so that there is no display change. That is, by determining the presence or absence of the display change in the process of step S307, it is determined whether to execute the hold display change success effect or the hold display change failure effect. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for display change determination updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like, and refers to a display change determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121. Therefore, it is sufficient to determine whether or not there is a display change. In the process of step S307, it is determined to be either "display change" or "display change".

After executing the process of step S307, it is determined whether or not the determination result is "no display change" (step S308). At this time, if the determination result is "with display change" and not "without display change" (step S308; No), it is determined to be one of a plurality of reserved display change patterns prepared in advance (step S309). ). When the determination result is determined to be "no display change" in step S308 (step S308; Yes), or after the process of step S309 is executed, it is determined to be one of a plurality of change effect timing patterns prepared in advance. (Step S310). Then, the data indicating the determination result of the hold display change pattern by the process of step S309 and the decision result of the change effect timing pattern by the process of step S310 can be specified in the hold display data storage unit according to a new start prize. It is stored in association with the hold number (step S311). However, if the process of step S309 is not executed due to the determination of "no display change" in the process of step S307, the hold number corresponding to the new start prize is displayed in the hold display data storage unit. In association with this, the data indicating the determination result of the change effect timing pattern is stored, while the data indicating the determination result of the hold display change pattern is not stored.

When it is determined in step S303 that "the determination is being restricted at the time of winning" (step S303; Yes), when it is determined in step S305 that "there is no change effect" (step S305; Yes), or step S311. After the process of (step S312) is executed, the hold display setting process at the time of starting winning is set (step S312), and then the hold display setting process is terminated. For example, when the number of 1st special figure reserved storage is increased by 1 due to the passing (entry) of the game ball through the 1st starting winning opening, the 1st reserved display on the 1st reserved display unit 5HR is increased by 1. Add a new first hold display. On the other hand, when the number of second special figure hold storage increases by 1 due to the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening, the second hold display on the second hold display unit 5HL is increased by 1. Add a new second hold display. In this embodiment, the normal display mode in the first hold display and the second hold display is a round plain white display. In the process of step S312, the hold display which is a round plain white display is added as the initial display of the first hold display and the second hold display. As shown in FIG. 22, the hold display (corresponding to the hold display (large) shown in FIG. 22) has a higher priority than the display of the decorative symbol, and is therefore additionally displayed in the process of step S312. The hold display can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the player as seen from at least a part of the effect image showing the decorative pattern.

FIG. 15 shows a hold display change effect and an example of determining whether or not there is a display change. In the process of step S304 shown in FIG. 14, for example, at a determination ratio as shown in FIG. 15 (A), any one of "no change effect", "with change effect (1)", and "with change effect (2)". To decide. In the determination example shown in FIG. 15A, the types and determination ratios of the pending display change effects that can be determined differ depending on the hold number and the winning determination result. When the hold number is any of "2" to "4", there are "no change effect", "change effect (1)", and "change effect (2)" at different ratios depending on the judgment result at the time of winning. ) ”. If the hold number is "1", it is determined to be either "no change effect" or "change effect (1)" at different rates depending on the winning judgment result, and "change effect is available (2)". Is not decided. When the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit", the decision rate of "no change effect" is the lowest, and "changes in the order of" super reach confirmed at the time of loss "," reach confirmed at the time of loss ", and" general at the time of loss ". The decision rate of "no production" increases. Therefore, when the hold display change effect is executed, the variable display result may be a "big hit", the reach effect in super reach may be executed, and the decorative pattern may be variable, compared to when it is not executed. There is a high possibility that the display state will be in the reach state.

The type of the hold display change effect may be any one in which a plurality of hold display change effect patterns are classified according to the change mode of the hold display. Among the types of hold display change effects, the effect type of "with change effect (1)" allows the display color of the hold display to be changed, but does not change to the display mode indicating a message such as "secret". Change effect patterns are classified. Among the types of the hold display change effect, the effect type of "with change effect (2)" is classified into the hold display change effect pattern in which the display mode of the hold display can be changed to the display mode indicating a message such as "secret". ing.

In the process of step S307 shown in FIG. 14, the presence or absence of a display change is determined at a determination ratio as shown in FIG. 15B, for example. In the determination example shown in FIG. 15B, the determination ratio of "display change" differs depending on the determination result at the time of winning. When the judgment result at the time of winning is "big hit", it is always determined to be "display change" which changes the display (at a determination ratio of 100/100). If the winning judgment result is any of "Super reach confirmed at the time of loss", "Reach confirmed at the time of loss", and "General at the time of loss", it may be determined as "No display change" without changing the display. Yes, and the decision rate of "no display change" increases in this order. Therefore, when the display mode of the hold display changes due to the hold display change effect, the variable display result may be a "big hit" or the reach effect in the super reach may be executed as compared with the case where the display mode does not change. , There is a high possibility that the variable display state of the decorative pattern will be in the reach state.

If the winning judgment result is "big hit" and it is always determined to be "display change", the display mode of the hold display even if the hold display change effect is executed corresponding to "no display change". If does not change, it will be confirmed that the variable display that is the target of the notice will not be a "big hit", and there is a risk that the interest in the game will decline. Therefore, even when the winning determination result is "big hit", it may be set so that it may be determined as "no display change" at a predetermined ratio. In this case, it may be set so that "no display change" is determined at a rate sufficiently lower than that of other winning determination results.

FIG. 16 shows a setting example of a hold display change pattern and a change effect timing pattern. As shown in FIG. 16A, in this embodiment, the hold display change pattern ZHP1-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP1-3, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3, and the hold display The change pattern ZHP3-1 and the hold display change pattern ZHP10 to the hold display change pattern ZHP13 are prepared in advance. The hold display change pattern ZHP1-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP1-3, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3, and the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 are "with change effect (1)". It is classified into the effect type, and while the display color of the hold display is changed, it is not changed to the display mode indicating a message such as "secret". The hold display change pattern ZHP10 to the hold display change pattern ZHP13 are classified into the effect types of "with change effect (2)", and the display mode of the hold display can be changed to a display mode showing a message such as "secret". can. In this way, even if the plurality of hold display change patterns are set to be classified into one of the plurality of effect types according to the display mode of the hold display displayed after the hold display change effect is executed. good.

As shown in FIG. 16B, in this embodiment, the change effect timing pattern TP0-1, the change effect timing pattern TP1-1, the change effect timing pattern TP1-2, the change effect timing pattern TP2-1 to the change effect Timing pattern TP2-4, change effect timing pattern TP3-1 to change effect timing pattern TP3-7 are prepared in advance. Each change effect timing pattern is one or a plurality of hold numbers (indicated by "1" to "3" in FIG. 16B) corresponding to the execution timing of the hold display change effect, or the execution timing of the active display change effect. The active display in the active display unit AHA corresponding to (indicated by "A" in FIG. 16B) is specified. In the hold display data storage unit shown in FIG. 13, data indicating a change effect timing pattern is stored in association with the hold number. When the hold number specified by the change effect timing pattern indicated by the stored data and the hold number associated with the hold data storage unit match, the execution condition of the hold display change effect is satisfied. When erasing the storage data corresponding to the hold number "1" in the hold data storage unit due to the satisfaction of the variable display start condition, active display is specified in the change effect timing pattern indicated by this storage data. If so, the execution condition of the active display change effect is satisfied. After the execution conditions of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are satisfied in this way, for example, when a predetermined time elapses after the variable display of the decorative symbol is started, the execution timing of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect is set. , Hold display change effect and active display change effect are executed (started).

By combining such a hold display change pattern and a change effect timing pattern, a hold display change effect that changes the display color to a specific color different from the normal display mode as a hold display display mode, and a display color as an active display display mode are used. With regard to the active display change effect that changes to a specific color different from the normal one, it is possible to collectively determine whether or not each execution is performed and the display color (specific color) after the execution when a start prize is generated. That is, in this embodiment, the game ball passes through the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening for the display color change effect, such as the presence / absence of execution, the execution timing, and the execution content (display color after the change). When you enter), you can decide all at once.

In the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a hold display change pattern updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like, and stores it in the ROM 121 in advance. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of pending display change patterns by referring to the reserved display change pattern determination table prepared.

FIG. 17 shows an example of determining a hold display change pattern according to the effect type of the hold display change effect being “with change effect (1)”. When the effect type of the hold display change effect is "with change effect (1)" and the winning determination result is "big hit", the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 determines as shown in FIG. 17 (A). The ratio determines one of a plurality of pending display change patterns. On the other hand, in the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14, when the effect type of the hold display change effect is "change effect (1)" and the winning determination result is "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", FIG. 17 It is determined to be one of a plurality of pending display change patterns at the determination ratio as shown in (B). In the determination examples shown in FIGS. 17A and 17B, the pending display change pattern and the determination ratio that can be determined differ depending on the pending number. For example, when the hold number is "3" or "4", the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 can be determined at a predetermined ratio, while when the hold number is "1" or "2". , It becomes impossible to determine the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1. Further, when the hold number is any of "2" to "4", it is possible to determine one of the hold display change pattern ZHP2-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3 at a predetermined ratio, while holding. When the number is "1", it is impossible to determine these pending display change patterns.

As shown in FIG. 16A, the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 starts the hold display, which is a normal display mode of white display, and then changes the display color of the hold display (the display color of the corresponding active display). (Including) is changed in the order of blue, green, and red in three steps. For the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, the execution condition may be satisfied each time the variable display is started. Therefore, in order to change the display color of the hold display in three stages, it is necessary to execute (start) at least three variable displays after the hold display is started. Therefore, when the hold number is "3" or "4", the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 can be determined, while when the hold number is "1" or "2", the hold display change pattern can be determined. By making it undecidable to ZHP3-1, the display color of the hold display can be reliably changed in three stages. The hold display change pattern ZHP2-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3 change the display color of the hold display in two stages. Therefore, when the hold number is "2" to "4", it is possible to determine any of the hold display change pattern ZHP2-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3, while the hold number is "1". In some cases, the display color of the hold display can be reliably changed in two stages by making it impossible to determine these hold display change patterns.

Further, in the determination examples shown in FIGS. 17 (A) and 17 (B), the hold display change pattern is determined according to whether the winning determination result is "big hit" or "super reach confirmation at the time of loss". The proportions are different. For example, when the hold number is "3" or "4" and the winning judgment result is "big hit", the holding is held at a higher rate than when the winning judgment result is "super reach confirmed at the time of loss". It is determined to be one of the display change pattern ZHP2-2, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3, and the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1. As shown in FIG. 16A, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-2, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3, and the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 are all set so that the display color of the hold display is finally red. Change to. With such a setting, it can be suggested that when the display color of the hold display changes to red, the variable display result is more likely to be a "big hit" than when the display color changes to another display color.

FIG. 18 shows an example of determining a hold display change pattern according to the effect type of the hold display change effect being “with change effect (2)”. When the effect type of the hold display change effect is "with change effect (2)" and the winning determination result is "big hit", the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 determines as shown in FIG. 18 (A). The ratio determines one of a plurality of pending display change patterns. On the other hand, when the effect type of the hold change effect is "change effect (2)" and the winning determination result is "super reach confirmation at the time of loss", in the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14, FIG. 18 ( It is determined to be one of a plurality of pending display change patterns at the determination ratio as shown in B). In the determination example shown in FIGS. 18A and 18B, it is determined to be one of the hold display change pattern ZHP10 to the hold display change pattern ZHP13 at a predetermined ratio regardless of the hold number.

As shown in FIG. 15 (A), when the hold number is any of "2" to "4", the effect type of "change effect (2)" is different depending on the judgment result at the time of winning. On the other hand, when the hold number is "1", it is not possible to determine the effect type of "change effect (2)". Therefore, when the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 determines any of the hold display change pattern ZHP10 to the hold display change pattern ZHP13, the hold number is any of "2" to "4". As shown in FIG. 16A, the hold display change pattern ZHP11 to the hold display change pattern ZHP13 each start the hold display, which is a normal display mode of white display, and then change the display mode of the hold display to "secret". It includes a two-step change consisting of a step of changing the display mode indicating the message of "" and a step of changing the display color of the hold display to any of blue, green, and red. The hold display change pattern ZHP10 changes the display mode of the hold display to a display mode showing a "secret" message in one step. Therefore, if the hold number is any one of "2" to "4", the display mode of the hold display can be surely changed in two steps.

Further, in the determination examples shown in FIGS. 18A and 18B, the determination ratio of the hold display change pattern ZHP10 is sufficiently higher than the determination ratio of the other hold display change patterns regardless of the determination result at the time of winning. It is set to be low. Therefore, after the display mode of the hold display is changed to the display mode indicating the "secret" message, there is a high possibility that the display color of the hold display will be further changed to any of blue, green, and red. In this way, when the display mode of the hold display changes to the display mode indicating the "secret" message, it can be suggested that the display mode of the hold display is likely to change to the specific mode.

In the process of step S310 shown in FIG. 14, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a change effect timing pattern updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like, and stores it in the ROM 121 in advance. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of change effect timing patterns by referring to the change effect timing pattern determination table prepared and prepared.

FIG. 19 shows an example of determining a change effect timing pattern corresponding to the case where the winning determination result is “big hit”. In the process of step S310 shown in FIG. 14, when the winning determination result is "big hit", it is determined to be one of the plurality of change effect timing patterns at the determination ratio as shown in FIG.

FIG. 20 shows an example of determining a change effect timing pattern corresponding to the case where the winning determination result is “determined super reach at the time of loss”. In the process of step S310 shown in FIG. 14, when the winning determination result is "determination of super reach at the time of loss", it is determined to be one of a plurality of change effect timing patterns at the determination ratio as shown in FIG.

In the determination example shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, the change effect timing pattern and the determination ratio that can be determined differ depending on the hold display change pattern determined by the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 and the hold number. If the winning determination result is "determined super reach at the time of loss", it is determined to be "no change effect" at a predetermined ratio in the process of step S307 shown in FIG. At this time, since the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 is not executed, the hold display change pattern is "none".

In the determination example shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, the hold number is "4" among the cases where the hold display change pattern ZHP1-1 to the hold display change pattern ZHP1-3 are determined by the process of step S309. In that case, the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 can be determined at a predetermined ratio, but when the hold number is any of "1" to "3", the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 cannot be determined. Will be. As shown in FIG. 16B, the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 becomes the hold display change timing when the hold number is “3”. In the hold display change effect, the execution condition may be satisfied each time the variable display is started. Therefore, in order to execute the hold display change effect when the hold number is "3", the change effect timing pattern is stored in the hold display data storage unit in association with the hold number "4" when the start winning is generated. Need to be. Therefore, when the hold number is "4", the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 can be determined, while when the hold number is any of "1" to "3", the change effect timing pattern TP3 can be determined. By making it undecidable to -1, it is possible to execute the hold display change effect corresponding to the variable display executed (started) when the hold number is "3".

In the determination example shown in FIG. 20, when the hold display change pattern is “none”, the change effect timing pattern TP1-1, the change effect timing pattern TP2-1, and the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 are obtained according to the hold number. It is decided to be one of. As shown in FIG. 16B, the change effect timing pattern TP1-1, the change effect timing pattern TP2-1, and the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 specify the hold number of 1 as the hold display change timing. If the hold display change pattern is not determined, the display mode of the hold display does not change even if the hold display change effect is executed. Therefore, the hold change effect for the hold display of 1 can be executed once until the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. It should be noted that the change effect timing pattern may be determined so that the hold change effect for the hold display of 1 can be executed a plurality of times.

In the determination example shown in FIGS. 19 and 20, in the case of the hold display change pattern ZHP10, the change effect timing pattern TP1-1, the change effect timing pattern TP2-1, and the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 are obtained according to the hold number. On the other hand, regardless of the hold number, the change effect timing pattern TP0-1 cannot be determined. As shown in FIG. 16A, the hold display change pattern ZHP10 starts the hold display, which is a normal display mode of white display, and then changes the display mode of the hold display to a display mode showing a “secret” message. Change to. As shown in FIG. 16B, the change effect timing pattern TP0-1 designates active display as the hold display change timing. In this way, in the case of the hold display change pattern ZHP10, the change effect timing pattern TP0-1 cannot be determined, so that when the active display change effect is executed, the message that the display mode of the active display is "secret" is displayed. Restrictions can be provided so that the display mode shown does not change. That is, the display mode indicating the "secret" message is included in the display mode of the hold display displayed after the hold display change effect is executed, while the display mode of the active display is displayed after the active display change effect is executed. It is a special mode that is not displayed as.

After executing the hold display setting process in step S161 shown in FIG. 12, the change effect character display process is executed (step S162). The character display process for change effect specifies an effect image showing a character in the hold display change common effect or the active display change common effect based on the setting according to the decision result of executing the hold display change effect or the active display change effect. It includes a process for displaying the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5. Further, the character display process for changing effect is a process of determining whether or not a variation start command (first variation start command or second variation start command) or a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received, and these. It includes a process for controlling the display of an effect image indicating a character to be a specific effect image according to the determination result of.

FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of the change effect character display process executed in step S162 of FIG. In the change effect character display process shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the character is being displayed (step S601). For example, the effect control CPU 120 is displaying a character when an effect image showing a character (character for change effect) used in the hold display change common effect or the active display change common effect is displayed as the specific effect image. Should be determined.

If the character is not being displayed in step S601 (step S601; No), it is determined whether or not there is a change effect setting (step S602). For example, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the storage contents of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern in the hold display data storage unit, and stores information corresponding to the decision result of executing the hold display change effect and the active display change effect. If so, it may be determined that there is a change effect setting. If there is no change effect setting (step S602; No), the change effect character display process ends.

If there is a change effect setting in step S602 (step S602; Yes), the effect image showing the change effect character is controlled to start displaying on the screen of the image display device 5 (step). S603), the change effect character display process is terminated. In the process of step S603, the effect control CPU 120 may change the display mode of the change effect character depending on the determination result of whether or not the decorative symbol is being variablely displayed. Whether or not the decorative symbol is being variably displayed may be specified from the value of the effect process flag provided in the predetermined area (effect control flag setting unit or the like) of the RAM 122. More specifically, when the value of the effect process flag is "2", it may be determined that the decorative pattern is being variablely displayed. On the other hand, when the value of the effect process flag is other than "2", it may be determined that the decorative symbol is not being variablely displayed. When it is determined that the decorative symbol is being variablely displayed, a display control command instructing that the display mode of the change effect character is set as the action mode is output to, for example, the VDP of the display control unit 123. On the other hand, when it is determined that the decorative symbol is not in the variable display, a display control command instructing that the display mode of the change effect character is set to the stationary mode is output to, for example, the VDP of the display control unit 123.

The action mode is the display position, size, rotation amount, movement direction, movement speed, movement amount, or a part of the shape, pattern, or color of the change effect character according to the animation pattern prepared in advance. All may be a display mode of a change display (operation display) that changes with the passage of time. The change of the change effect character according to the animation pattern may be repeated at a predetermined cycle. In contrast to such an action mode, the static mode may be any display mode in which the character for changing effect does not change with the passage of time. In contrast to the stationary mode, the action mode is also referred to as a non-stationary mode or a behavioral mode.

The effect image showing the change effect character whose display is started by executing the process of step S603 is an image showing the character used in the hold display change effect, the action effect in the active display change effect, and the like. By executing the process of step S603, the effect image showing the change effect character is to start the display even before the variable display in which the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is executed is started. Can be done. In this case, the effect image showing the change effect character can be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 over a plurality of variable displays. Since the effect image (corresponding to the change effect display shown in FIG. 22) showing the change effect character as shown in FIG. 22 is set to have a higher priority than the display of the decorative pattern, it is used in the process of step S603. As described above, the effect image showing the character displayed on the screen can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the player with respect to at least a part of the effect image showing the decorative pattern.

If the character is being displayed in step S601 (step S601; Yes), it is determined whether or not the display end timing is predetermined (step S604). The display end timing is, for example, when the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, or when the execution of the reach effect in the super reach is started, the hold display change effect, the active display change effect, or the icon according to the hold display change pattern. Any timing may be sufficient as long as the predetermined timing for satisfying the display end condition of the character for change effect, such as when the execution of the active display change effect by the display change pattern is completed. When the display end timing is reached (step S604; Yes), the effect image showing the character to be the change effect character is controlled to end the display on the screen of the image display device 5 (step S605). The character display process for changing effect is terminated.

If it is not the variation end timing (step S604; No), it is determined whether or not the variation start command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S606). In the process of step S606, when either the first fluctuation start command or the second fluctuation start command is received, it may be determined that the fluctuation start command has been received. When the variation start command is received (step S606; Yes), the setting for starting the variable display control is made (step S607), and then the change effect character display process is terminated. In the process of step S607, for example, as in the case where it is determined in the process of step S603 that the decorative symbol is being variablely displayed, a display control command instructing that the display mode of the change effect character is set as the action mode is given. It may be output to the VDP of the display control unit 123. As a result, the display mode of the effect image showing the change effect character can be set to the action mode, triggered by the reception of the variable start command that can specify the start of the variable display.

If the fluctuation start command is not received in step S606 (step S606; No), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 is received (step S608). If the symbol confirmation command is not received (step S608; No), the change effect character display process is terminated. On the other hand, when the symbol confirmation command is received (step S608; Yes), the setting for starting the symbol confirmation display control is made (step S609), and then the change effect character display process is terminated. In the process of step S609, for example, in the process of step S603, the display control command instructing that the display mode of the change effect character is set to the stationary mode is given, as in the case where it is determined that the decorative symbol is not being variablely displayed. It may be output to the VDP of the display control unit 123. As a result, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display mode of the staging image showing the changing staging character to be the specific staging image can be set to the stationary mode.

FIG. 22 shows an example of a priority determination table that determines the priority of displayed images when various images are displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. An example of a specific setting is shown. As shown in FIG. 22, this priority table has, for example, "background", "launch position notification (large)", "decorative pattern", "hold display (large)", "active display", and "change effect display". , "Button display", "Launch position notification (small)", "Hold display (small)", "Small symbol display", "Demo display", "Error display", etc. Layer numbers are assigned, and the later the order, the higher the priority (the higher the layer number, the higher the display order). That is, the effect images are generated by being displayed in order from the one with the lowest priority (display order). For example, when a background (layer number: 30 to 34), a decorative pattern (layer number: 200 to 259), and a hold display (large) (layer number: 350 to 360) are specified as display data, those are specified. The "background" with the lowest layer number is displayed, the "decorative pattern" with the next highest layer number is superimposed on the background, and the "hold display (large)" with the next highest layer number is displayed. The effect image is generated by the VDP of the display control unit 123 writing the image data read from the CGROM to the frame buffer of the VRAM or the like so that the background and / or the decorative pattern is superimposed and displayed. In FIG. 22, the display contents of various notice effects are assigned to the parts (for example, layer numbers: 111 to 199, 440 to 449, etc.) that are not shown.

As shown in FIG. 22, in this embodiment, since the layer number of the hold display (large) and the layer number of the active display are set higher than the layer number of the decorative symbol, the hold display and the active display are set to be higher than the layer number of the decorative symbol. It has a higher priority than that, and will be placed on the front side when viewed from the player (it can be displayed at overlapping positions). Also, since the layer number of the active display is set higher than the layer number of the hold display (large), the active display has a higher priority than the hold display (large) and is on the front side when viewed from the player. Is displayed. Furthermore, since the layer number of the change effect display indicating the character used in the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is set higher than the layer number of the decorative symbol, the change effect display has priority over the decorative symbol. Is high, and it will be placed on the front side when viewed from the player (it can be displayed in duplicate). In addition, the hold display (small) displayed in the hold display area (small) and the small symbol display on which the effect image showing the small symbol variably displayed in the small symbol display area 5V is drawn are demo display and error display. Except for (when a normal game is played, not when no game is played), the highest priority is set so that the player is placed on the front side from the player's point of view. Therefore, even when a display effect is executed by displaying an arbitrary effect image on the screen of the image display device 5, the hold display (small) and the small symbol display area displayed in the hold display area (small). The display of the small symbol at 5V is always visible to the player.

For example, the VDP of the display control unit 123 may determine the priority by performing a Z value comparison operation when writing the image data read from the CGROM to the frame buffer of the VRAM or the like. Then, the image data of the effect image having a small Z value is written in the frame buffer with priority over the image data of the effect image having a large Z value. As a result, the effect image drawn on the display layer to which the small value as the Z value is assigned has a higher priority than the effect image drawn on the display layer to which the large value as the Z value is assigned, and is forward from the player's point of view. Can be placed on the side.

After executing the change effect character display process in step S162 shown in FIG. 12, for example, the following is performed according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the predetermined area (effect control flag setting unit, etc.) of the RAM 122. One of the processes of steps S170 to S175 is selected and executed.

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. This variable display start waiting process starts variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5 based on whether or not the first variable start command, the second variable start command, or the like from the main board 11 is received. It includes a process to determine whether or not it is. Then, when the first fluctuation start command or the second fluctuation start command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1".

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process is performed on the screen of the image display device 5 in response to the start of variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform variable display of decorative symbols in, and other various production operations, it includes processing to determine fixed decorative symbols and various production control patterns according to the variation pattern of special symbols and the type of display result. .. When the variable display start setting process is executed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2".

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (effect control timer setting unit, etc.), and various control data from the effect control pattern. Is included, and processing for performing various effect controls during variable display of the decorative pattern is included. Further, in the variable display effect processing, the final stop display as the final stop symbol, which is the variable display result of the decorative symbol, is completely stopped and displayed in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11. (Derived display) processing is included. It should be noted that, in response to the fact that the end code is read from the predetermined effect control pattern, the fixed decorative symbol may be displayed as a complete stop display (derivative display). In this case, when the variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command elapses, the effect control board 12 autonomously operates without using the effect control command from the main board 11. The variable display result can be confirmed by deriving and displaying the fixed decorative pattern. After performing such effect control, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3".

The special figure hit waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when the hit start designation command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "4", which is a value corresponding to the effect process at the time of opening the attacker. On the other hand, when the effect control process timer times out without receiving the hit start designation command, it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is "missing", and the value of the effect process flag is initially set. Update to the value "0".

The effect processing at the time of opening the attacker in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this effect processing when the attacker is open, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and displays the effect image based on the set content on the screen of the image display device 5. The game effect lamp 9 is output by the speaker 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and by outputting a command (illuminated signal) to the lamp control board 14. It controls various effects such as turning on, turning off, and blinking the decorative LED during a predetermined period in which the big winning door as an attacker is open. In the attacker opening effect processing, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "5", which is the value corresponding to the ending effect process, in response to receiving the hit end designation command from the main board 11.

The ending effect process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, and displays an effect image based on the set contents on the screen of the image display device 5. , Sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by the output of the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 and decoration are output by the output of the command (illumination signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect controls at the end of the big hit game state, such as turning on, turning off, and blinking the LED, are executed.

FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of FIG. 12 as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 23, the effect control CPU 120 first determines the final stop symbol or the like to be the final decorative symbol as the variable display result of the decorative symbol (step S321). As the process of step S321, the effect control CPU 120 is based on variable display contents such as the variable pattern indicated by the variable pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and the variable display result indicated by the variable display result notification command. And decide the final stop symbol. As an example, the variable display contents according to the combination of the fluctuation pattern and the variable display result include "non-reach (loss)", "reach (loss)", "non-probability (big hit)", and "probability (big hit)". be.

When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the variable display state of the decorative symbol does not change to the reach state, the confirmed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the variable display result is "loss". ". When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is in the reach state, the confirmed decorative symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed, and the variable display result is "loss". .. When the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)", the variable display result becomes "big hit", and the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state becomes the time saving state. When the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the variable display result becomes "big hit", and the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes the probable change state.

When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the effect control CPU 120 finally stops the different (mismatched) decorative symbols in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effect, or the like, and uses a left confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. By referring to or the like, among the fixed decorative symbols, the left confirmed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value for right-determined symbol determination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the right-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. Among the fixed decorative symbols, the right fixed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. At this time, it is preferable that the symbol number of the right confirmed decorative symbol is determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol by the setting in the right confirmed symbol determination table or the like. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. Among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined.

When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", the effect control CPU 120 finally stops the same (matching) decorative symbol in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left and right confirmed symbols updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effects, and the like, and uses the left and right confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121. By referring to or the like, among the fixed decorative symbols, the decorative symbols having the same stop display in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of the "left" and "right" on the screen of the image display device 5 are displayed. decide. Further, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared is referred to. Therefore, among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, if the fixed decoration symbol becomes a big hit combination, for example, when the symbol number of the middle fixed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol and the right fixed decorative symbol, an arbitrary value is used. By adding or subtracting (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium-determined decorative symbol, the confirmed decorative symbol may be a reach combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-determined decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-determined decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. ..

When the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", the effect control CPU 120 has "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The same (matching) decorative symbol is determined as the final stop symbol. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a jackpot confirmed symbol, which is updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot confirmation symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 Determines decorative symbols with the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed in 5C and 5R. At this time, depending on whether the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probable change (big hit)", and whether or not the big hit medium promotion effect is executed, a normal symbol (for example, an even number) is displayed. It suffices to determine whether the decorative symbol (decorative symbol to be shown) or the probabilistic symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating an odd number) is to be the definite decorative symbol. In the jackpot promotion effect, the combination of decorative symbols (non-probability variation jackpot combination) that reminds the jackpot but does not recall the probability variation state is temporarily stopped and displayed in the image display device 5, and then the jackpot gaming state or the jackpot gaming state is displayed. It is an effect to notify whether or not a probable change state is reached at the end of.

As a specific example, when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)", a fixed decorative symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. In addition, when it is decided that the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)" and the promotion effect during the big hit is not executed, the definite decoration symbol is determined from among a plurality of types of probabilistic symbols. On the other hand, when it is decided to execute the big hit middle promotion effect even if the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the fixed decorative symbol is decided from among a plurality of types of normal symbols. As a result, even though the probabilistic symbols are aligned and displayed as the definite decorative symbols, it is possible to prevent the big hit middle promotion effect from being executed so as not to give the player a sense of distrust.

In this way, by determining the final stop symbol according to the variable display content by the process of step S321, whether or not to control the gaming state to the jackpot gaming state based on the determination result of the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game. It is possible to determine the variable display result of the decorative pattern related to the determination result of. Further, in the process of step S321, the small symbol corresponding to the fixed decorative symbol may be determined as the display result in the variable display of the small symbol.

In the process of step S321, whether or not to execute a probabilistic promotion effect such as a re-lottery effect or a big hit medium promotion effect when the variable display content is "non-probable change (big hit)" or "probable change (big hit)". It may be decided. In the re-lottery effect, it is once difficult or unrecognizable to be controlled to the probabilistic state by temporarily displaying the decorative symbol of the non-probable variable jackpot combination consisting of the same normal symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol. It is possible to notify that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state by displaying (re-variating) the decorative symbol again and stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the probabilistic jackpot combination consisting of the same probabilistic symbol. In some cases, the decorative symbol of the non-probable change jackpot combination is stopped and displayed after the decorative symbol is re-variated by the re-lottery effect, so that it is not notified that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probable change state. When it is determined in the process of step S321 that the re-lottery effect is to be executed, a combination of decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped and displayed may be determined before the re-lottery effect is executed.

Following the determination of the final stop symbol and the like in the process of step S321, the change effect setting process for setting the execution of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect is executed (step S322). In the change effect setting process, when the execution condition of the hold display change effect is satisfied based on the stored contents of the hold display data storage unit, the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed. Further, in the change effect setting process, the execution setting of the active display change effect is performed when the execution condition of the active display change effect is satisfied based on whether or not the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed. .. After that, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step S323). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special figure variation effect control pattern) in response to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command, and uses the effect control pattern 120. set. Further, the effect control CPU 120 is one of a plurality of effect control patterns (display change effect control patterns) prepared in response to the execution settings of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect by the change effect setting process in step S322. Select and set as the usage pattern.

Following the process of step S323, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (effect control timer setting unit, etc.) is set corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command. (Step S324). Then, the setting for starting the fluctuation of the decorative pattern or the like is made on the screen of the image display device 5 (step S325). At this time, for example, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in the process of step S323 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. For example, the variation of the decorative symbol may be started in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5.

Further, in the process of step S325, the variation of the decorative symbol is started, and the setting for starting the variation of the small symbol in the small symbol display area 5V is performed. As a result, in the small symbol display area 5V, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in synchronization with each of the special figure game using the first special figure and the special figure game using the second special figure, the small symbol is displayed. Variable display of symbols can also be started. In the small symbol display area 5V, the small symbol (first small symbol) whose variable display is started in synchronization with the special symbol game using the first special symbol and the special symbol game using the second special symbol can be used. The small symbol (second small symbol) whose variable display is started in synchronization may be arranged separately. As an example, the first small symbol that is variably displayed corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is arranged on the right side in the small symbol display area 5V, and corresponds to the special figure game using the second special figure. The second small symbol that is variably displayed may be arranged on the left side in the small symbol display area 5V. In this way, by confirming which of the first small symbol and the second small symbol is variably displayed, either the special figure game using the first special figure or the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. It suffices if the player or the like can identify whether or not the game has been played. When the first small symbol and the second small symbol are arranged separately, for example, a special figure game using the first special figure and a second special figure based on a fluctuation start command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like. It suffices to determine which special figure game the variable display is started from among the special figure games using. Then, when the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the variable display of the first small symbol is started, while when the special figure game using the second special figure is started, the second small symbol is started. The variable display of small symbols may be started. In this way, in the small symbol display area 5V, the display result is derived by variably displaying the effect image showing the first small symbol, which is the first notification information image, in synchronization with the special diagram game using the first special diagram. , The display result may be derived by variably displaying the effect image showing the second small symbol which is the second notification information image in synchronization with the special figure game using the second special figure.

After the process of step S325 is executed, the first hold display in the first hold display unit 5HR, the second hold display in the second hold display unit 5HL, and the like are displayed in response to the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Make settings for updating (step S326). For example, when the special figure game using the first special figure is executed (started), the display part (the display part at the left end) corresponding to the hold number "1" is deleted in the first hold display unit 5HR. At the same time as (digesting), the first hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the left. On the other hand, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed (started), the display part (the rightmost display part) corresponding to the hold number "1" is deleted in the second hold display unit 5HL. At the same time as (digesting), the second hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the right. Further, in the process of step S326, a setting for updating the active display in the active display unit AHA is also made. For example, when the first hold display corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested) in the first hold display unit 5HR, the active display unit similar to the erased (digested) first hold display is displayed. Start with AHA. On the other hand, when the second hold display corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested) in the second hold display unit 5HL, the same active display as the erased (digested) second hold display is actively displayed. Start at part AHA. As described above, since the layer number of the hold display (large) and the layer number of the active display are set higher than the layer number of the decorative symbol, in the process of step S326, the hold display and the active display are decorated. It will be placed on the front side of the symbol when viewed from the player (it will be displayed at overlapping positions). In the process of step S326, the case of shifting the hold display or the like is shown. For example, when the number of hold of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition (new first). (1) When the hold display is added), the hold display is similarly arranged (displayed at overlapping positions) on the front side of the decorative symbol when viewed from the player. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S327), and then the variable display start setting process is terminated.

FIG. 24A is a flowchart showing an example of the change effect setting process executed in step S322 of FIG. 23. In the change effect setting process shown in FIG. 24 (A), first, the stored contents in the hold display data storage unit are updated (step S501). That is, in response to the start of variable display of the decorative symbol, the reserved display data storage unit erases the stored data in the storage area of the reserved number "1" and stores the storage area lower than the reserved number "1". The stored data in (the storage area of the hold numbers "2" to "4") is shifted upward one entry at a time.

Following the process of step S501, it is determined whether or not the hold display change timing, which is the execution timing of the hold display change effect, is reached (step S502). In the process of step S502, one or a plurality of change effect timing patterns stored in the hold display data storage unit whose storage contents have been updated by the process of step S501 match the hold numbers associated with the respective change effect timing patterns. Hold display To determine whether or not the change timing specification is included. For example, when any one of the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 to the change effect timing pattern TP3-7 shown in FIG. 16B is stored in association with the hold number "3" in the hold display data storage unit. , Since the designation of the hold display change timing corresponding to the hold number "3" is included, it is determined that the hold display change timing is reached. Any one of the change effect timing pattern TP2-1 to the change effect timing pattern TP2-4, the change effect timing pattern TP3-4, the change effect timing pattern TP3-6, and the change effect timing pattern TP3-7 is stored in the hold display data storage unit. When it is stored in association with the hold number "2", it is determined that the hold display change timing is set because it includes the designation of the hold display change timing that matches the hold number "2". .. Change effect timing pattern TP1-1, change effect timing pattern TP1-2, change effect timing pattern TP2-3, change effect timing pattern TP2-4, change effect timing pattern TP3-3, change effect timing pattern TP3-5, change effect When any of the timing patterns TP3-7 is stored in association with the hold number "1" in the hold display data storage unit, the hold display change timing corresponding to the hold number "1" is specified. Therefore, it is determined that the hold display change timing is reached.

If it is determined in step S502 that the hold display change timing is reached (step S502; Yes), the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed (step S503). For example, in the process of step S503, the storage content of the hold display change pattern in the hold display data storage unit and the display mode in the current hold display are specified, and the setting of whether or not to change the display mode and the change when the display mode is changed are specified. It suffices to set the display mode later. Further, in the process of step S503, among the active display change effects, the execution setting of the display color change effect that changes the display color of the active display based on the determination result of the hold display change pattern may be performed. In this case, the display mode may be set to be displayed after the active display change effect is specified by specifying the hold display change pattern shown in the storage data erased from the hold display data storage unit in the process of step S501. It should be done. Of the pending display change common effect and the active display change common effect, the setting for starting the display of the effect image indicating the character (character for change effect) to be the specific effect image is set in step S603 shown in FIG. It may be performed in the process of step S503, and may not be performed in the process of step S503. On the other hand, the setting for executing the action effect in the hold display change effect and the active display change effect may be made in the process of step S503.

When it is determined in step S502 that it is not the hold display change timing (step S502; No), or after the processing of step S503 is executed, "pseudo-ream" is performed according to the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern specification command. It is determined whether or not the variable display effect of "" is executed (step S504). At this time, if it is determined that the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed (step S504; Yes), the icon display change effect of whether or not to execute the icon display change effect among the active display change effects is performed. (Step S505). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the icon display change effect updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and determines the icon display change effect stored in advance in the ROM 121. The presence or absence of the icon display change effect may be determined by referring to the table or the like. In the process of step S505, it is determined to be either "no change effect" that does not execute the icon display change effect or "with change effect" that executes the icon display change effect.

When it is determined in step S504 that the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is not executed (step S505; No), it is determined whether or not the display color change effect is executed during the active display (step S506). .. At this time, if it is determined that the display color change effect is executed (step S506; Yes), the change effect setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the display color change effect is not executed (step S506; No), the process proceeds to step S505, and the presence or absence of the icon display change effect is determined.

After executing the process of step S505, it is determined whether or not the determination result is "no change effect" (step S507). When the determination result is "no change effect" (step S507; Yes), the change effect setting process is terminated. If the determination result is "with change effect" (step S507; No), one of a plurality of icon display change patterns prepared in advance is determined (step S508), and then the change effect setting process is terminated. ..

FIG. 24B shows a determination example of the icon display change effect. In the process of step S505 shown in FIG. 24 (A), the presence / absence of the icon display change effect is determined at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. 24 (B), for example. In the determination example shown in FIG. 24B, the determination ratio of "with change effect" differs depending on the variable display content. For example, when the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the decision rate of "no change effect" is the lowest, and "non-probability change (big hit)", "reach (loss)", "non-reach (loss)" The decision rate of "no change effect" increases in the order of "." Therefore, when the icon display change effect is executed, the probability change control may be performed after the end of the big hit game state, the variable display result may be "big hit", and the decorative symbol may be compared with the case where it is not executed. There is a high possibility that the variable display state of will be in the reach state.

FIG. 25 shows a setting example of the icon display change pattern. Here, corresponding to the case where the variable display of the "pseudo-ream" is not executed without the pseudo-ream variation and the case where the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed and the pseudo-ream variation is executed three times in advance. It shows a plurality of prepared icon display change patterns. In the case of no pseudo-continuous variation, as shown in FIG. 25 (A), the icon display change effect can be executed by any one of the icon display change pattern YAP1 to the icon display change pattern YAP3. Even if it is determined that there is a change effect for executing the icon display change effect, the icon display change pattern may not be determined. In this case, after the active display change common effect is executed in the active display change effect, the active display change failure effect is executed, and the display mode of the active display does not change. The icon display change pattern YAP1 to the icon display change pattern YAP3 change the icon displayed on the active display unit AHA to a specific icon for notifying the messages of "?", "Chance", and "extreme heat", respectively.

In the case of three pseudo-continuous fluctuations, as shown in FIG. 25B, the icon display change pattern YDP1-1 to the icon display change pattern YDP1-4, the icon display change pattern YDP2-1 to the icon display change pattern YDP2- 4. The icon display change effect can be executed by any one of the icon display change pattern YDP3-1 to the icon display change pattern YDP3-4. When the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" is executed, the icon display change effect is executed corresponding to the initial variation and the pseudo-ream variation each time. As a result, it is possible to change the display mode of the active display by executing the active display change effect a plurality of times from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation of the final decorative symbol that is the display result. .. When the change effect timing pattern for changing the display during the active display is determined in step S310 of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 14, the display color change effect may be executed by the initial variation.

In the setting example shown in FIG. 25B, the icon for notifying the message of "NEXT" is displayed after the active display change effect is executed only when the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" is executed. It becomes the display mode of the active display. Further, the icon for notifying the message of "NEXT" changes the active display in the final fluctuation when the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" is executed, such as the third pseudo-ream fluctuation of the setting example shown in FIG. 25 (B). After the effect is executed, the display mode is not displayed as the active display mode. That is, the icon for notifying the message of "NEXT" is displayed after the active display change effect is executed during the variable display before the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped (pseudo-ream fluctuation) in the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream". A display mode that is included in the display mode of the active display that can be displayed, but is not displayed as the display mode of the active display after the active display change effect is executed during the variable display after a predetermined number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations are performed. Become.

In the setting examples shown in FIGS. 25 (A) and 25 (B), the active display change effect was executed for the icons that notify the messages such as "?", "Chance", "super heat", and "NEXT". While it is included in the display mode of the active display to be displayed later, it is a special mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect is executed.

FIG. 26 shows an example of determining the icon display change pattern. In the process of step S508 shown in FIG. 24A, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining an icon display change pattern updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like, and ROM 121. It may be determined to be one of a plurality of icon display change patterns by referring to the icon display change pattern determination table stored and prepared in advance.

When there is no pseudo-ream variation in which the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is not executed, a plurality of icons are displayed at a determination ratio as shown in FIG. 26 (A) by the process of step S508 shown in FIG. 24 (A). Determine one of the change patterns. On the other hand, in the case of three pseudo-ream fluctuations in which the pseudo-ream variation is executed three times in the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream", the process of step S508 shown in FIG. 24 (A) is performed in FIG. 26 (B). It is determined to be one of a plurality of icon display change patterns at the determination ratio as shown in. In the determination examples shown in FIGS. 26A and 26B, the icon display change pattern and the determination ratio that can be determined differ depending on the variable display content. For example, in the determination example shown in FIG. 26 (A), when the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)" or "probability change (big hit)", the icon display change pattern YAP3 can be determined, while the variable display can be made. When the content is "non-reach (loss)" or "reach (loss)", the icon display change pattern YAP3 cannot be determined. Further, when the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)" or "probability change (big hit)", it is determined to be one of the icon display change pattern YAP1 to the icon display change pattern YAP3 at a predetermined ratio, while being variable. When the display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "reach (loss)", the icon display change pattern becomes "none" at a predetermined ratio.

With such a setting, when there is no pseudo-continuous fluctuation, the active display change effect is executed, and when the display mode for notifying the message of "extreme heat" is displayed as the display mode after the change by the icon display change pattern YAP3. , It is confirmed that the variable display result is "big hit" in this variable display corresponding to the active display. In addition, when there is no pseudo-continuous fluctuation, the active display change effect is executed, and when the icon display change pattern corresponds to "None" and the display mode of the active display does not change, the active display is changed to the active display. In the corresponding variable display this time, it is confirmed that the variable display result is not a "big hit" but a "loss".

In addition, depending on the display mode of the active display displayed after the active display change effect is executed, the variable display result may be "big hit" or "missing" in this variable display corresponding to the active display. If is confirmed, there is a risk that the game entertainment until the end of the variable display will decline. Therefore, for example, even when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "reach (loss)", it may be set so that the icon display change pattern YAP3 may be determined at a predetermined ratio. In this case, the icon display change pattern YAP3 may be set at a sufficiently low rate as compared with the case where the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)" or "probability change (big hit)". Further, for example, even when the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)" or "probability change (big hit)", the icon display change pattern may be set to "none" at a predetermined ratio. In this case, set so that the icon display change pattern is determined to be "None" at a sufficiently low rate compared to the case where the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "reach (loss)". May be good.

The rate at which the icon display change pattern is determined to be "none" in the process of step S508 shown in FIG. 24 (A) is higher than the rate at which the icon display change pattern is determined to be "no display change" in the process of step S307 shown in FIG. It is set to be low. For example, as shown in FIG. 15B, in the process of step S307, when the winning determination result is "general at the time of loss", it is determined that "there is a display change" at a rate of 20/100. That is, in this case, it is determined as "no display change" at a ratio of 80/100. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 26 (A), for example, in the process of step S508, when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the icon display change pattern is changed to "none" at a rate of 5/100. It is determined. If "no display change" is determined in step S307, the pending change effect is executed, and if the icon display change pattern is determined to be "none" in step S508, the active change effect is executed. To. With such a setting, the display mode of the active display does not change after the active display change effect is executed. The rate at which the active change gassing effect is executed changes the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect is executed. No pending change will be lower than the rate at which the Gase effect is executed. Therefore, it is possible to execute the active display change success effect, which is the second success effect, at a higher rate than the rate at which the hold display change success effect, which is the first success effect, is executed in the hold display change effect. can.

Of the plurality of change effect timing patterns shown in FIG. 16B, change effect timing pattern TP0-1, change effect timing pattern TP1-2, change effect timing pattern TP2-2, change effect timing pattern TP2-4, When the change effect timing pattern TP3-2, the change effect timing pattern TP3-5, and the change effect timing pattern TP3-6 are determined, the hold display change timing is set during the active display, and the display color is used as the display mode of the active display. An active display change effect, which is a display color change effect for changing to a specific color, is executed. In the process of step S310 shown in FIG. 14, the determination ratio of the change effect timing pattern that becomes the hold display change timing during the active display is lower than the determination ratio of the change effect timing pattern that does not become the hold change timing during the active display. Any change effect timing pattern may be determined using the determination table set so as to be. In the process of step S506 shown in FIG. 24 (A), if it is determined that the display color change effect is executed during the active display, the process of step S505 is not proceeded and the icon display change effect is restricted from being executed. Therefore, if the ratio of the display color change effect being executed during the active display is high, it may be difficult to execute the icon display change effect. Therefore, by reducing the determination ratio of the change effect timing pattern that becomes the hold display change timing during the active display, the ratio of executing the icon display change effect may be increased.

If it is determined in step S506 shown in FIG. 24 (A) that the display color change effect is executed during the active display, the change effect setting process is terminated without proceeding to the process of step S505, thereby displaying the icon. Restrict the display change effect from being executed. This prevents the active display change effect, which is the display color change effect, and the active display change effect, which is the icon display change effect, from being executed in duplicate, and prevents complicated effects. Can be improved.

FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of FIG. 12 as the effect process during variable display. In the variable display during effect process shown in FIG. 27, first, it is determined whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer (step S341). As an example, in the process of step S341, when the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted) and the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value. In addition, it may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

If the variable display time has not elapsed in step S341 (step S341; No), it is determined whether or not it is the hold display change effect period for executing the hold display change effect (step S342). The hold display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (display change effect control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. 23. In the case of the hold display change effect period (step S342; Yes), control for executing the hold display change effect is performed (step S343). In the process of step S343, various commands created based on the setting of the display change effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED are turned on, blinking or extinguished. It suffices that the hold display change effect can be executed by a predetermined effect device by the above, or by combining a part or all of them.

The effect image showing the character (character for change effect) in the hold display change common effect among the hold display change effects is started to be displayed by executing the process of step S603 shown in FIG. By executing the processes of S607 and S609, display control is performed during variable display or when the symbol is confirmed, and the display ends when the process of step S605 is executed. Therefore, in the process of step S343, the display control regarding the change effect character may not be performed. Alternatively, in the variable display in which the action effect in the hold display change effect is executed, the display control of the change effect character is performed in the process of step S343, and in the variable display in which the action effect is not executed, the change effect is performed in the process of step S343. The display control of the character may not be performed.

When it is determined in step S342 that it is not the hold display change effect period (step S342; No), or after the process of step S343 is executed, it is an active display change effect period for executing the active display change effect. Whether or not it is determined (step S344). The active display change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (display change effect control pattern) determined in the process of step S323 shown in FIG. 21. In the case of the active display change effect period (step S344; Yes), control for executing the active display change effect is performed (step S345). The hold display change effect and the active display change effect may be executed by performing a common effect control. In this case, instead of the processing of steps S342 to S345, it is determined whether or not the display change effect period is common to the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, and when it is determined that the display change effect period is set. It is sufficient that the control for executing the hold display change effect and the active display change effect is performed according to the display change effect control pattern.

Further, among the active display change effects, the effect image showing the character (character for change effect) in the active display change common effect is started to be displayed by executing the process of step S603 shown in FIG. By executing the processes of S607 and S609, display control is performed during variable display or when the symbol is confirmed, and the display ends when the process of step S605 is executed. Therefore, in the process of step S345, it is not necessary to perform display control regarding the change effect character. Alternatively, in the variable display in which the action effect in the active display change effect is executed, the display control of the change effect character is performed in the process of step S345, and in the variable display in which the action effect is not executed, the change effect character is performed in step S345. Display control may not be performed.

When it is determined in step S344 that it is not the active display change effect period (step S344; No), or after the process of step S345 is executed, whether or not it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect is determined. Determination (step S346). The reach effect period may be predetermined, for example, in an effect control pattern determined according to a fluctuation pattern. When it is determined in step S346 that the reach effect period is reached (step S346; Yes), control for executing the reach effect is performed (step S347).

After executing the process of step S347, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the button display period is such that the button operation (operation of the push button 31B) by the player can be accepted (step S348). The button display period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern determined according to the fluctuation pattern. When it is determined in step S348 that the button display period is reached (step S348; Yes), control is performed to display a button prompting the player to operate the push button 31B (step S349). In this embodiment, as an example of the advance notice effect that can be executed during the reach effect, a button display that urges the player to repeatedly hit the push button 31B is performed (see FIG. 28B). Further, as shown in FIG. 22, since the button display is set to have a higher priority than the display contents such as the decorative symbol, the hold display (large), and the active display, the button display performed in step S349 has a higher priority. It will be placed on the front side of the player from each display such as decorative pattern, hold display (large), and active display (it can be displayed at overlapping positions). More specifically, the hold display is placed on the front side of the decorative symbol, the active display is placed on the front side of the hold display, and the button display is placed on the front side of the active display. (Of these, the button display is placed on the frontmost side). Further, an image that prompts the player to operate, such as the button display, is also called an operation promotion display, and the operation promotion display is, for example, a right-handed promotion that prompts the player to launch a game ball into the area on the right side of the game area. Also included are images and left-handed promotion images that encourage the game ball to be launched into the area on the left side of the game area. The right-handed promotion image and the left-handed promotion image are collectively referred to as a launch position notification image. As shown in FIG. 22, the launch position notification image in this embodiment is prepared with a higher priority than the decorative symbol (launch position notification (small)) and a lower priority (launch position notification (large)). Has been done. The effect control CPU 120 is either a launch position notification (large) or a launch position notification (small) depending on whether the type of the launch position promotion command transmitted from the main board side is "large" or "small". Should be displayed. As shown in FIG. 22, the launch position notification image of the launch position notification (small) is on the front side of the player from each display such as the decorative pattern, the hold display (large), and the active display, similar to the button display. It will be placed (it can be displayed at overlapping positions). In the example shown in FIG. 22, two types of launch position notification images having different priorities, such as launch position notification (small) and launch position notification (large), are provided, but only one type is provided. You may. In this case, the launch position notification image provided is arranged on the front side of the player from each display such as the decorative pattern, the hold display (large), and the active display, as in the case of the button display (overlapping). The layer number should be assigned so that it can be displayed at the position). That is, the operation promotion display such as the button display and the launch position notification is arranged on the front side of the player from each display such as the decorative pattern, the hold display (large), and the active display (at overlapping positions). It suffices if a layer number is assigned so that it can be displayed).

When it is determined in step S346 that it is not the reach effect period (step S346; No), or after the process of step S349 is executed, for example, based on the setting in the effect control pattern determined corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. In addition, control for executing the effect during the variable display including the variable display operation of the decorative symbol is performed (step S350).

When the variable display time has elapsed in step S341 (step S341; Yes), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S351). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step S351; No), the variable display effect processing is terminated and the process is waited for. If the predetermined time elapses without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to normally receive the symbol confirmation command. You may do so.

When the symbol confirmation command is received in step S351 (step S351; Yes), for example, in the variable display of the decorative symbol such as transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (fixed decorative symbol) that is the display result (step S353). Further, in the process of step S353, the final stop symbol in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed, and the small symbol variation end control for ending the variation of the small symbol in the small symbol display area 5V is performed. In this small symbol variation end control, as a display result in the variable display of the small symbol, the small symbol corresponding to the definite decorative symbol determined by the process of step S321 shown in FIG. 23 is stopped and displayed in the small symbol display area 5V. Just do it. As a result, in the small symbol display area 5V, the definite decorative symbol that is the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is synchronized with each of the special symbol game using the first special symbol and the special symbol game using the second symbol. When the derived and variable display ends, the variable display of the small symbol can also be ended. In addition, in accordance with the process of step S352, for example, by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are displayed in the decorative symbol. Change to a position that does not overlap with (step S353). In the process of step S353, it suffices to control the display so that the hold display and the active display that have been duplicated in the decorative symbol do not overlap with the decorative symbol. For example, the display positions of the hold display and the active display are changed. However, the display size of each may be changed (the one displayed larger may be made smaller), or these may be combined as appropriate. After that, a predetermined fixed time is set as the waiting time for receiving the hit start designation command (step S354). Further, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3" which is a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S355), the variable display effect process is terminated.

For example, in the process of step S350 shown in FIG. 27, display control is performed in the small symbol display area 5V so that the small symbol is always variably displayed in a constant variable mode regardless of the variable display state of the decorative symbol. (Similarly, the display control in the hold display area (small) may be performed so that the number of the first special figure hold storage and the second special figure hold storage number are displayed by numbers. ). For example, when the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, or when a variable display effect such as "pseudo-ream" is executed, the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5C of "left", "middle", and "right" are executed. Even when the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed in part or all of the 5R, in the small symbol display area 5V, the small symbol is not temporarily stopped and is continuously variable at a constant speed. Should be done.

Hereinafter, an example of specific control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, after a game ball driven into a game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening and a starting winning such as a first starting winning or a second starting winning occurs. , The variable display of the special symbol is started in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B based on the establishment of the start condition that allows the start of the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. To. On the screen of the image display device 5, variable display of decorative symbols and small symbols is performed in synchronization with variable display of special symbols.

When the first start condition is satisfied based on the occurrence of the first start prize due to the game ball passing (entering) the first start prize opening, the processes of steps S203 and S207 shown in FIG. 4 are executed. , The number of 1st special figure reserved storage is added by 1. When the second start condition is satisfied based on the occurrence of the second start prize due to the game ball passing (entering) the second start prize opening, the processes of steps S206 and S207 shown in FIG. 4 are executed. , The second special figure reserved memory number is added by 1. At this time, by the process of step S209, numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted. Then, by executing the winning random number value determination process as shown in FIG. 5 in step S212, the variable display content such as whether or not the variable display result becomes a "big hit" is determined, and the winning determination result is determined. The winning determination result command indicating the above is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

In step S301 shown in FIG. 14, it is determined whether or not the effect control command transmitted at the time of starting winning, including the winning determination result command, has been received. Then, when it is determined that the command has been received, the presence / absence and type of the hold display change effect are determined by the process of step S304 based on the winning determination result specified in the process of step S302. At this time, if it is decided to execute the hold display change effect, the presence or absence of the display change is determined by the process of step S307. If it is determined that there is a display change, the hold display change pattern is determined by the process of step S309, and if it is determined that there is no display change, the change effect is produced by the process of step S310 without executing the process of step S309. The timing pattern is determined. The determination result of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern is stored in the hold display data storage unit in association with the hold number by the process of step S311.

In step S602 shown in FIG. 21, it is determined whether or not there is a setting for executing a change effect such as a hold display change effect based on the stored contents in the hold display data storage unit. Then, when it is determined that there is a setting, the display start control in step S603 starts the display of the effect image showing the character (character for change effect) to be the specific effect image. The effect image showing the change effect character can be continuously displayed over a plurality of variable displays until it is determined in step S604 that the display end timing is reached. When each variable display is started, it is determined in step S606 that the variable start command has been received, so that the control start setting in step S607 is performed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the change effect character is decorated. It is an action mode corresponding to the variable display (during change) of the symbol. On the other hand, when the display result in each variable display is derived, it is determined in step S608 that the symbol confirmation command has been received, so that the control start setting in step S609 is performed to indicate the change effect character. The display mode of the effect image is a stationary mode corresponding to the final display of the decorative pattern. In this way, during the period in which the display result of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image is derived, the display mode of the effect image showing the character to be the specific effect image can be set to the stationary mode.

When the special figure game or the variable display of the decorative symbol is started based on the establishment of the start condition, a plurality of fluctuation patterns are executed by executing the fluctuation pattern setting process as shown in FIG. 9 in step S111 shown in FIG. A fluctuation pattern designation command that determines any of the above and indicates that the determined fluctuation pattern can be specified is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

In step S321 shown in FIG. 23, the final stop symbol or the like is determined based on the fluctuation pattern or the like indicated by the fluctuation pattern designation command, and subsequently, as the change effect setting process of step S322, as shown in FIG. 24 (A). The process is executed. In the change effect setting process, when it is determined in step S502 that the hold display change timing is reached, the execution setting of the hold display change effect is performed in step S503. The execution setting of the active display change effect, which is the display color change effect, may also be performed in step S503. When it is determined in step S504 that the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed, or the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is not executed, but the display color change effect is not executed during the active display in step S506. If it is determined, the presence or absence of the icon display change effect is determined in step S506. When the icon display change effect is executed, the icon display change pattern is determined in step S508.

Next, with reference to FIGS. 28 to 34, an effect execution example when the hold display, the active display, and the button display are performed, an effect execution example of the hold display change effect, and an execution timing will be described.

FIG. 28 shows an example of effect execution when the hold display, the active display, and the button display are performed. In the illustrated example, an effect execution example is shown from the timing when the reach effect of the super reach is started. As shown in FIG. 28 (A), the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions overlapping with the decorative symbol (note that these are displayed at the overlapping positions from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol). Then, in the button display period, as shown in FIG. 28B, the button display is performed on the front side of the player from the hold display and the active display being displayed. Further, when the push button 31B is operated by the player, as shown in FIG. 28 (C), an effect of flowing a star image is performed. As shown in the figure, the effect of flowing the star image shown in FIG. 28C is displayed on the front side for the player rather than the display of the decorative pattern, and is displayed on the rear side for the player rather than the button display. .. That is, the effect in which the image of the star flows is set to have a higher priority than the display of the decorative pattern, and is set to have a lower priority than the button display. Therefore, for example, a layer number in the range of any of 260 to 349 shown in FIG. 22 is assigned to the effect of flowing the image of the star. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 28 (D), when the variable display result is derived and displayed (when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed), the hold is duplicated and displayed on the decorative symbol by the process of step S352 in FIG. 27. The display and active display are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. In the example shown in FIG. 28D, an example is shown in which the display size and display position of the hold display are changed and the display size of the active display is changed. According to this, it is possible to accurately display the notice effect while preventing the variable display result from being misunderstood, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment.

As described above, the present invention is not limited to the example shown in FIG. 28 (D), and the hold display and the active display which are overlapped with the decorative symbol may be displayed so as not to overlap with the decorative symbol. Further, for example, it may be different whether the display position is changed or the display size is changed depending on whether or not the hit is a big hit. In this case, it may be determined whether or not it is a big hit, and the pattern to be changed in the process of step S352 of FIG. 27 may be determined according to the determination result. Further, it may be different whether the display position is changed or the display size is changed according to the combination of the decorative symbols to be stopped and displayed. In this case, the pattern to be changed in the process of step S352 of FIG. 27 may be determined according to the final stop symbol determined in step S321 of FIG. 23. According to this, it is possible to attract the player's attention to what kind of pattern the hold display and the active display are displayed so as not to overlap with the decorative pattern.

FIG. 29 shows an execution example of the hold display change effect when the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 is determined by the process of step S310 shown in FIG. In addition, in order to make the explanation easy to understand, in the example shown in FIG. 29, the hold display and the active display are not displayed overlapping with the decorative symbol, but the example shown in FIG. 29 is also the same as the example shown in FIG. 28. , The hold display and the active display are displayed overlapping with the decorative symbol, and when the variable display result is derived and displayed (when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed), they are displayed so as not to overlap with the decorative symbol (FIGS. 30 and 31, The same applies to FIG. 33). Further, in the illustrated example, the decorative design and the active display are different from the example shown in FIG. 28 (in the example shown in FIG. 28, the decorative design and the active display are framed modes). On the other hand, in the example shown in FIG. 29, there is no frame), which is also omitted for the sake of clarity (the example shown in FIG. 29 is also the same as the example shown in FIG. 28). The decorative pattern and the active display are framed. In addition, the same applies to FIGS. 30, 31, and 33).

In this execution example, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), the hold display corresponding to the hold numbers "1" to "4" is performed in the second hold display unit 5HL, and the variable display of this time is performed in the active display unit AHA. The active display corresponding to is performed. In the small symbol display area 5V, the variable display of the small symbol is performed in synchronization with the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. Of the hold displays in the second hold display unit 5HL, the hold display of the hold number "3" (third from the right end) has the type of hold display change effect "change effect" in the process of step S304 shown in FIG. It is assumed that it has been decided in "(1)". As shown in FIG. 16B, the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 is the hold display change timing when the hold number is “3”. Corresponding to the determination result in the process of step S310, in the process of step S311, the data indicating the change effect timing pattern TP3-1 is stored in the hold display data storage unit together with the data indicating the determination result of the hold display change pattern. To.

In the change effect character display process shown in FIG. 21, when it is determined in step S601 that the character is not being displayed, it is determined in step S602 whether or not there is a setting for executing the change effect. At this time, the process of step S603 is executed because it is determined that there is a setting for executing the change effect based on the stored contents of the hold display data storage unit. As a result, for example, an effect image showing the character CH1 as shown in FIG. 29A is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5.

After that, as shown in FIG. 29 (B), for example, a hold display change common effect including an action effect in which the effect image of the character CH1 acts on the hold display of the hold number “3” is executed. Subsequently, the hold display change effect is executed according to the presence / absence of the display change and the determination result of the hold display change pattern. For example, when it is determined that "there is a display change" in the process of step S307 shown in FIG. 14 and the hold display change pattern ZHP1-1 is determined in the process of step S309, FIG. 29 (C1). As shown in the above, as the display mode of the hold display, the hold display change success effect in which the display color changes to blue among the specific colors is executed. On the other hand, when "no display change" is determined in the process of step S307 shown in FIG. 14, as shown in FIG. 29 (C2), the display mode of the hold display does not change and the hold display change fails. The effect (holding change effect) is executed. As described above, although the illustration is omitted in the example shown in FIG. 29, as shown in FIGS. 29 (C1) and 29 (C2), when the variable display result is derived and displayed (decorative design is displayed). (When confirmed), the process of step S352 in FIG. 27 changes the hold display and the active display, which are duplicated in the decorative symbol, to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol.

As shown in FIGS. 29 (C1) and 29 (C2), even when a definite decorative symbol that is a display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the display end timing is determined by the process of step S604 shown in FIG. Until it is determined, the effect image showing the character CH1 is continuously displayed. At this time, the process of step S609 is executed because it is determined that the symbol confirmation command has been received in the process of step S608. As a result, during the period in which the definite decorative symbol is derived, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the stationary mode. Subsequently, when the variable display of the special symbol, the decorative symbol, or the like is started based on the fact that the number of reserved storages is other than "0", it is said that the variable start command is received in the process of step S606 shown in FIG. Upon determination, the process of step S607 is executed. As a result, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode, triggered by the reception of the variable start command that is the display control information that can specify that the variable display is started.

FIG. 30 shows an execution example of a display color change effect and an icon display change effect during active display. In this execution example, after the variable display of the decorative pattern as shown in FIG. 30A and the display of the effect image showing the character CH1 are performed, the effect image of the character CH1 is displayed, for example, as shown in FIG. 30B. The active display change common effect including the action effect that acts on the active display in the active display unit AHA is executed. The active display change common effect shown in FIG. 30B is different in that the action target is a hold display or an active display, but includes an action effect in which the effect image of the character CH1 acts. In that respect, it is an effect mode common to the hold display change common effect shown in FIG. 29 (B). Corresponding to the active display, when the hold display change pattern ZHP1-1 is determined in the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 and the change effect timing pattern TP0-1 is determined in the process of step S310. As shown in FIG. 30 (C1), the active display change success effect in which the display color changes to blue among the specific colors is executed as the display mode of the active display. On the other hand, when it is determined as "with change effect" in the process of step S505 shown in FIG. 24 (A) and the icon display change pattern YAP2 is determined in the process of step S508, FIG. 30 ( As shown in C2), the active display change success effect in which the display mode of the active display changes to the display mode for notifying the message of "chance" is executed.

After the active display change success effect is executed, for example, when the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, the process of step S604 shown in FIG. 21 determines that it is the display end timing, so that step S605 Processing is executed. Thereby, for example, as shown in FIGS. 30 (C1) and 30 (C2), when the variable display state of the decorative symbol is in the reach state, the display of the effect image showing the character CH1 can be terminated.

FIG. 31 shows an effect execution example in which the hold display change effect is executed a plurality of times corresponding to the hold display of 1. FIG. 32 shows the execution timing of each effect shown in FIG. 31 (including the timing of changing the hold display and the active display overlapped with the decorative symbol to a position not overlapping with the decorative symbol). In the effect execution example shown in FIG. 31, among the hold displays in the second hold display unit 5HL, the hold display change pattern ZHP12 is determined by the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14 corresponding to the hold display of the hold number “3”. At the same time, the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 is determined by the process of step S310. As shown in FIG. 16B, the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 has a hold display change timing when the hold number is “3” and the hold number is “1”. Based on the determination results of the hold display change pattern and the change effect timing pattern, it is determined that there is a setting for executing the change effect by the process of step S602 shown in FIG. By performing the display start control in step S603 according to such a determination result, the effect image showing the character CH1 is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5.

At the timing T01 shown in FIG. 32, when the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol as shown in FIG. 31 (A) is started, it is determined that the variable start command has been received by the process of step S606 shown in FIG. Then, the process of step S607 is executed. As a result, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode, triggered by the reception of the fluctuation start command transmitted from the main board 11. Further, in the process of step S502 shown in FIG. 24 (A), it is determined that the hold display change timing is reached. Therefore, based on the execution setting by the process of step S503, the hold display change effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The hold display and the active display are displayed at overlapping positions from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions overlapping with the decorative symbol during the period in which the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is the action mode.

For example, in the period from timing T02 to timing T03 shown in FIG. 32, the process of step S342 shown in FIG. 27 determines that it is the hold display change effect period, and the process of step S343 is executed. As a result, it becomes possible to execute the hold display change common effect as shown in FIG. 31 (B). After the effect shown in FIG. 31 (B) is executed, the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold number "3" changes to the display mode showing the "secret" message as shown in FIG. 31 (C). do. When the timing T04 shown in FIG. 32 is reached, as shown in FIG. 31 (D), the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed in a definite manner, and the small symbol is stopped and displayed, so that the variable display is displayed. finish. At this time, it is determined that the symbol confirmation command has been received by the process of step S608 shown in FIG. 21, and the process of step S609 is executed. As a result, when the display result of the variable display in the decorative symbol or the small symbol is derived, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the stop mode. Further, by the process of step S352 in FIG. 27, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. That is, the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol during the period in which the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is the stop mode (the same applies hereinafter).

Following the end of the variable display as shown in FIG. 31 (D), at the timing T05 shown in FIG. 32, the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol as shown in FIG. 31 (E) is started. At this time, by the process of step S501 shown in FIG. 24A, the storage data indicating the hold display change pattern ZHP12 and the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 is moved (shifted) in the hold display data storage unit, and the hold number is held. It is stored in association with "2". Since the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 does not include the designation of the hold display change timing that matches the hold number "2", it is determined in step S502 that the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 is not the hold display change timing. Therefore, the hold display change effect is not executed during this variable display. Further, when the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol as shown in FIG. 31 (E) is started, it is determined by the process of step S606 shown in FIG. 21 that the variation start command has been received, and the process of step S607 is performed. When executed, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode. At the same time, the hold display and the active display are displayed at overlapping positions from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions overlapping with the decorative symbol in synchronization with the period in which the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is the action mode (the same applies hereinafter).

After the variable display as shown in FIG. 31 (E) is started, at the timing T06 shown in FIG. 32, the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed and confirmed as shown in FIG. 31 (F). At the same time, the variable display ends when the small symbol is stopped and displayed. At this time, in response to receiving the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the stationary mode. At the same time, by the process of step S352 in FIG. 27, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol.

Subsequently, at the timing T07 shown in FIG. 32, the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol as shown in FIG. 31 (G) is started. At this time, in response to receiving the fluctuation start command transmitted from the main board 11, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode. At the same time, the hold display and the active display are displayed at overlapping positions from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol. Further, by the process of step S501 shown in FIG. 24A, the storage data indicating the hold display change pattern ZHP12 and the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 is moved (shifted) in the hold display data storage unit, and the hold number “. It is stored in association with "1". Since the change effect timing pattern TP3-3 includes the designation of the hold display change timing that matches the hold number "1", it is determined in step S502 that the hold display change timing is set. Therefore, based on the execution setting by the process of step S503, the hold display change effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol.

For example, in the period from the timing T08 to the timing T09 shown in FIG. 32, the hold display change effect period is set, and the hold display change common effect as shown in FIG. 31 (H) is executed. After such a common effect of changing the hold display is executed, as shown in FIG. 31 (I), the display color changes to green among the specific colors as the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold number "1". The change success effect is executed. When the timing T10 shown in FIG. 32 is reached, the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and the small symbol is stopped and displayed, so that the variable display ends. At this time, in response to receiving the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the stationary mode. At the same time, by the process of step S352 in FIG. 27, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol.

FIG. 33 shows an execution example of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect (icon display change effect) in the case of three pseudo-continuous fluctuations. FIG. 34 shows the execution timing of each effect shown in FIG. 33 (including the timing of changing the hold display and the active display overlapped with the decorative symbol to a position not overlapping with the decorative symbol). At the timing T11 shown in FIG. 34, when the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol as shown in FIG. 33 (A) is started, the active display unit AHA displays the active display in which the display color is green among the specific colors. Shall be done. Corresponding to this active display, the hold display change pattern ZHP2-3 or the hold display change pattern ZHP3-1 is determined by the process of step S309 shown in FIG. 14, and the hold display change during active display is determined by the process of step S310. The change effect timing pattern including the timing is determined. When the variable display corresponding to the active display shown in FIG. 33 (A) is started, the storage data corresponding to the hold number “1” is stored in the hold display data storage unit by the process of step S501 shown in FIG. 24 (A). Is erased (digested). At this time, according to the change effect timing pattern shown in the erased stored data, it is determined in step S502 that the hold display change timing is during active display. Further, based on the determination that the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed by the process of step S504, it is determined by the process of step S505 that "there is a change effect", and the process of step S508 determines FIG. 25. The icon display change pattern YDP2-4 shown in (B) is determined.

At the timing T11 shown in FIG. 34, it is determined that the variation start command has been received by the process of step S606 shown in FIG. 21, and the process of step S607 is executed. As a result, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 becomes the action mode, triggered by the reception of the fluctuation start command transmitted from the main board 11. After that, for example, in the period from timing T12 to timing T13 shown in FIG. 34, the process of step S344 shown in FIG. 27 determines that it is the active display change effect period, and the process of step S345 is executed. As a result, the active display change common effect as shown in FIG. 33 (B) can be executed. This active display change common effect is included in the display color change effect, and as shown in FIG. 33 (C), the display color changes to red among the specific colors as the display mode of the active display. When the timing T14 shown in FIG. 34 is reached, the decorative symbols constituting the pseudo-continuous chance eyes are temporarily stopped and temporarily stopped, and the variable display of the decorative symbols is temporarily stopped. At this time, the symbol confirmation command is not transmitted from the main board 11. Therefore, in the small symbol display area 5V, the variable display of the small symbol is continuously performed in a variable mode of a constant speed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is maintained in the action mode. Similarly, since the symbol confirmation command is not transmitted, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are not changed to the positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol, and are displayed as they are. That is, also in this case, the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions overlapping with the decorative symbol in synchronization with the period in which the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is the action mode (the same applies hereinafter).

Following the temporary stop in the variable display of the decorative symbol as shown in FIG. 33 (C), at the timing T15 shown in FIG. 34, the variable display of the decorative symbol is restarted as shown in FIG. 33 (D) for the first time. Pseudo-continuous fluctuation is executed. In the period from the timing T16 to the timing T17 shown in FIG. 34, the active display change effect period is set according to the icon display change pattern YDP2-4, and the active display change effect is executed. This active display change effect is executed as an icon change effect, and as shown in FIG. 33 (E), the display mode of the active display changes to a display mode for notifying the message of "NEXT". When the timing T18 shown in FIG. 34 is reached, the decorative symbol constituting the pseudo-continuous chance eye is temporarily stopped and temporarily stopped, and the variable display of the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped. At this time, the variable display of the small symbol is continuously performed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is maintained as the action mode. Similarly, since the symbol confirmation command is not transmitted, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are not changed to the positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol, and are displayed as they are.

Following the temporary stop in the variable display of the decorative symbol as shown in FIG. 33 (E), at the timing T19 shown in FIG. 33, the variable display of the decorative symbol is restarted as shown in FIG. 33 (F) for the second time. Pseudo-continuous fluctuation is executed. In the period from the timing T20 to the timing T21 shown in FIG. 34, the active display change effect period is set according to the icon display change pattern YDP2-4, and the active display change effect is executed. This active display change effect is executed as an icon change effect, and as shown in FIG. 33 (G), the display mode of the active display changes to a display mode for notifying a "chance" message. When the timing T22 shown in FIG. 34 is reached, the decorative symbol constituting the pseudo-continuous chance eye is temporarily stopped and temporarily stopped, and the variable display of the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped. At this time, the variable display of the small symbol is continuously performed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is maintained as the action mode. Similarly, since the symbol confirmation command is not transmitted, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are not changed to the positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol, and are displayed as they are.

Following the temporary stop in the variable display of the decorative symbol as shown in FIG. 33 (G), at the timing T23 shown in FIG. 34, the variable display of the decorative symbol is restarted as shown in FIG. 33 (H) for the third time. Pseudo-continuous fluctuation is executed. In the period from the timing T24 to the timing T25 shown in FIG. 34, the active display change effect period is set according to the icon display change pattern YDP2-4, and the active display change effect is executed. This active display change effect is executed as an icon change effect, and as shown in FIG. 33 (I), the display mode of the active display changes to a display mode for notifying the message of "extreme heat". At the timing T26 shown in FIG. 34, as shown in FIG. 33 (J), the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state and the reach is established. At this time, it is determined by the process of step S604 shown in FIG. 21 that it is the display end timing, and the process of step S605 is executed to end the display of the effect image showing the character CH1 to be the change effect character. After that, the reach effect in normal reach, super reach, etc. is executed, and when the timing T27 shown in FIG. 34 is reached, as shown in FIG. 33 (K), the decorative symbol of the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as the final stop symbol and confirmed. May be done. At this time, the small symbol is stopped and displayed in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11. At the same time, by the process of step S352 in FIG. 27, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. In this embodiment, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped, the variable display of the small symbol is continuously performed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is maintained as the action mode, and the decoration is performed. An example was shown in which the hold display and active display that were duplicated in the symbol are not changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol and are displayed in duplicate as they are. Is continuously performed, and the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 is maintained as the action mode, but the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are in positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. May be changed. In this case, for example, the period for temporary stop may be predetermined by the effect control pattern selected corresponding to the fluctuation pattern indicated by the fluctuation pattern designation command.

As shown in FIGS. 31 (D), 31 (F), and 31 (I), the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and the small symbol is stopped and displayed, so that the decorative symbol and the small symbol can be changed. During the period in which the display result in the display is derived, the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 to be the change effect character is the stationary mode. By setting the layer number as shown in FIG. 22, the effect image showing the character CH1 can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern from the player, and the effect image showing the decorative pattern. It is displayed with priority over. By setting the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to the stationary mode, the player can display the decorative pattern in the variable display. It is possible to clearly recognize that the result has been derived, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the displayed result. Further, during the period in which the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the small symbol is stopped and displayed, and the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol or the small symbol is derived, the process of step S352 of FIG. 27 is performed. The hold display and active display that were duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. According to this, it is possible to accurately display the notice effect while preventing the variable display result from being misunderstood, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment. Further, as shown in FIG. 22, since the button display is set to have a higher priority than the display contents such as the decorative symbol, the hold display (large), and the active display, the button display performed in step S349 has a higher priority. It will be placed on the front side of the player from each display such as decorative pattern, hold display (large), and active display (it can be displayed at overlapping positions). Therefore, the notice display can be accurately displayed, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest in the game. Further, as shown in FIG. 22, since the active display is set to have a higher priority than the hold display (large), the active display is arranged on the front side of the hold display. Therefore, the notice display can be accurately displayed even by this. Since the active display is placed in front of the hold display, the player's attention is paid to the active display corresponding to the running variable display rather than the hold display corresponding to the hold display that has not been executed yet. Can be collected (it can make it easier to recognize the degree of expectation for the variable display in progress).

In order to prevent misidentification of the display result, it is conceivable to display the effect image showing the character CH1 at a position that does not overlap on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern. In this case, when the display result in the variable display of the decorative pattern is derived, the area in which the effect image showing the character CH1 can be displayed is limited, and the effect of displaying the effect image may be reduced. There is. On the other hand, by setting the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to the stationary mode, the effect image showing the character CH1 can be displayed. The area is not limited, and it is possible to prevent misunderstanding of the display result while preventing the display of the effect image from deteriorating the interest of the effect.

Further, in order to prevent misidentification of the display result, during the period in which the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the effect image showing the character CH1 is on the rear side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern from the player. It is also conceivable to arrange them so that they can be duplicated. In this case, when the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the effect image showing the decorative symbol is displayed with priority over the effect image showing the character CH1, so that the player indicates the character CH1. Part or all of the production image is invisible or difficult to see. Therefore, the display of the effect image in the pre-reading notice effect executed over the variable display a plurality of times lacks a sense of continuity, and there is a possibility that the interest of the effect by displaying the effect image is lowered. On the other hand, by setting the display mode of the effect image showing the character CH1 arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to the stationary mode, the effect image is displayed over a plurality of variable displays. Can give the player a sense of continuity, prevent the display of the effect image from deteriorating the interest of the effect, and prevent the display result from being misidentified.

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

As a specific example, in the above embodiment, the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" are provided on the screen of the image display device 5, and the decorative symbols are variable. It has been described that the display is performed and the small symbol display area 5V is provided to perform variable display of the small symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this, for example, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 not provided with the small symbol display area 5V, by displaying an effect image showing the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is displayed. The variable display of may be feasible. Even in this case, the effect image showing the character or the like as the specific effect image can be arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern as the identification information image, and the display result in the variable display of the decorative pattern can be obtained. In the period to be derived, the display mode of the specific effect image displayed at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern may be the stationary mode. This makes it possible to prevent misidentification of the display result in the variable display of the decorative pattern.

In the above embodiment, as the identification information image, an effect image showing a decorative pattern composed of numbers has been described as being variably displayed (variable display). On the other hand, as the identification information image, an effect image showing a decorative pattern including a pattern other than numbers may be variably displayed. FIG. 35A shows a configuration example of the decorative pattern ZU1 including a pattern other than the numbers. The decorative symbol ZU1 shown in FIG. 35 (A) is configured to include a numerical symbol region ZU1-1 showing numbers and a symbol region ZU1-2 showing symbols other than numbers. In the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas provided on the screen of the image display device 5, FIG. 35 (A) is used as a partial or all decorative symbol among a plurality of types of decorative symbols. ), The decorative symbol composed of the number symbol area ZU1-1 and the pattern area ZU1-2 may be variably displayed, as in the decorative symbol ZU1 shown in).

In addition, instead of variably displaying the effect image showing the decorative pattern, or by displaying the effect image prepared in advance as an animation together with such a variable display, it corresponds to the variable display of the special pattern in the special figure game. When the display effect in the variable display of the special symbol is derived, the animation display of the effect image is interrupted or paused, and the display result of the variable display is displayed in a recognizable manner. The display result may be derived separately from. In this way, it is possible to execute a related display that derives a display result in relation to a determination result of whether or not to control an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, such as a jackpot gaming state, and is on the front side of the effect image in this related display. When the specific effect image can be arranged at the overlapping position, the display mode of the specific effect image may be a stationary mode during the period in which the display result in the related display is derived.

In the above embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect of "hold display change" or the notice effect of "active display change" is executed, the character used in the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is used as the specific effect image. The effect image shown has been described as being able to be displayed over a plurality of variable displays. On the other hand, for example, along with the look-ahead notice effect of "hold display change", a different look-ahead notice effect can be executed simultaneously over a plurality of variable displays, and a character used in a part or all of the look-ahead notice effect is shown. The effect image may be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. In this case, among the effect images used in the look-ahead advance notice effect, the effect image arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the identification information image is set as the specific effect image, and the display result is derived whether the display is variable or not. Depending on the period, whether the display mode is the action mode or the stationary mode may be different.

As a specific example, the pre-reading notice effect of "hold display change" and the pre-reading notice effect of "step-up display" can be simultaneously executed over a plurality of variable displays. In the pre-reading notice effect of the "step-up display", the mode of the effect is changed stepwise from the first stage to the plurality of stages according to a predetermined order. For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, one of a plurality of types of effect images prepared in advance (for example, the effect image displayed first in a predetermined order) is displayed, and then the predetermined order is displayed. An effect display may be performed in which the image is switched to another effect image and displayed according to the above. In general, when the number of times (the number of steps) that the mode of the effect is changed stepwise is large, the game state is more likely to be controlled to the big hit game state than when the number of steps is small. A part or all of the effect image displayed in the pre-reading notice effect of such "step-up display" is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 even during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern is derived. It may be displayed continuously.

When the pre-reading notice effect of "step-up display" is executed at the same time as the pre-reading notice effect of "hold display change", the identification information image is derived during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern is derived. The display mode of the effect image as the specific effect image arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be used may be a stationary mode. For example, the effect image used in the pre-reading notice effect of the "step-up display" can be placed at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern, while the "hold display change" like the effect image showing the character CH1. The effect image used in the look-ahead notice effect may not be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern is derived, the "step" is used as the specific effect image arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. The display mode of the effect image used in the pre-reading notice effect of "up display" may be set to the stationary mode. On the other hand, the display mode of the effect image used in the pre-reading notice effect of the "hold display change" may be the action mode or the stationary mode.

In the above embodiment, it has been described that as the specific effect image, an effect image showing a character used in the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is displayed. On the other hand, as a specific effect image, the display is started during the variable display in which the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed or before the start of the variable display, and is continuously displayed even during the period when the display result in the variable display is derived. Any production image may be used. For example, a production image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays corresponding to a period in which the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probabilistic state (high probability high base state or high probability low base state) is a decorative pattern. It may be displayed so that it can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing. Alternatively, the effect image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays corresponds to the period in which the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special effect mode different from the normal effect mode, rather than the effect image showing the decorative pattern. May also be displayed so that it can be arranged at overlapping positions on the front side. In this way, as a specific effect image, an effect image showing a special character or the like over a plurality of variable displays can be displayed at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing a decorative pattern as an identification information image. In the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set to the stationary mode.

The effect image showing the character may be, for example, a person or an animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or an effect image showing any other figure. During the variable display in which the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set as the action mode by reproducing and displaying the moving image as the specific effect image. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display mode of the specific effect image may be set to the static mode by suspending the reproduction of the moving image.

When the effect image showing the decorative pattern of 1 becomes the identification information image, the effect image to be the specific effect image is arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing a part of the decorative pattern of 1. It may be one, or it may be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the whole of one decorative pattern. When the effect image showing a plurality of decorative patterns becomes an identification information image, the effect image to be a specific effect image is an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing a part of the decorative patterns among the plurality of decorative patterns. It may be arranged in an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing all the decorative patterns.

As an example, in the display example shown in FIG. 29 (A), among the decorative symbols displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right", the "right" An effect image showing the character CH1 to be a specific effect image is arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the decorative pattern displayed in the decorative pattern display area 5R. Further, in the display example shown in FIG. 29 (B), the specific effect image is placed at an overlapping position on the front side of the decorative symbols displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5C and 5R of "middle" and "right". An effect image showing the character CH1 is arranged. On the other hand, for example, the effect image showing the character CH1 to be the specific effect image is not arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the decorative pattern displayed in the "middle" decorative pattern display area 5C. May be good. In this case, it is possible to prevent the player's attention to the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C, which is finally stopped in the variable display of the decorative symbol, from being hindered by the display of the specific effect image, and to promote the game. Can be improved. Similarly, for example, the hold display and the active display may not be arranged at the overlapping positions on the front side of the decorative symbol displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C.

As another example, in the case of a normal symbol such as a decorative symbol indicating an even number, an effect image serving as a specific effect image is arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol, while a decoration indicating an odd number. In the case of a probabilistic symbol such as a symbol, the effect image to be a specific effect image may not be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern. Similarly, in the case of a normal symbol such as a decorative symbol indicating an even number, the hold display and the active display are arranged at overlapping positions on the front side of the effect image indicating the decorative symbol, while the decorative symbol indicating an odd number is used. In the case of the probabilistic symbol, the hold display and the active display may not be arranged at the overlapping positions on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol. Further, in the case of a normal symbol such as an even-numbered decorative symbol, an effect image that is a specific effect image is arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the ornamental pattern, while the hold display and the active display are decorations. It may not be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the pattern.

The type and portion of the effect image, which is the specific effect image, and the identification information image in which the hold display and the active display can be arranged on the front side are different depending on at least one of the gaming state and the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. You may let me. For example, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state (low probability low base state), regardless of whether the decorative symbol is a normal symbol or a probabilistic symbol, it is on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol. It is possible to place an effect image, a hold display, and an active display, which are specific effect images, at overlapping positions. On the other hand, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probabilistic state (high probability high base state or high probability low base state), the front side of the plurality of decorative symbols overlaps with the effect image showing the normal symbol. While it is possible to place an effect image, hold display, and active display that will be a specific effect image at a position, an effect that will be a specific effect image at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the probabilistic pattern among multiple decorative symbols. Images, hold and active views may not be placed. In this case, when the game state is the probability change state, the player's attention to the fact that the probability change symbol is derived by the jackpot combination and the probability change state continues is hindered by the display of the specific effect image, the hold display, and the active display. It is possible to prevent the game from being lost and improve the interest of the game.

Further, for example, when the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal effect mode, the effect image is a specific effect image at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol, regardless of the symbol number of the decorative symbol. Allows you to place a hold display and an active display. On the other hand, when the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special effect mode different from the normal effect mode over a plurality of variable displays, for example, a decorative symbol with a specific symbol number associated with a specific person is shown. The effect image, the hold display, and the active display, which are the specific effect images, may not be arranged at the overlapping positions on the front side of the effect image. As described above, the specific effect image may be arranged at least at an overlapping position on the front side of a part of the identification information image.

In the above embodiment, it has been described that the display mode is set to the stationary mode for all of the effect images to be the specific effect image during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern to be the identification information image is derived. On the other hand, at least a part of the specific effect image arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image of the decorative pattern to be the identification information image may be displayed in a stationary state. Further, in the above embodiment, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern serving as the identification information image is derived, all of the pending displays (for example, four if there are four) are positioned so as not to overlap. Explained as changing. On the other hand, for example, a part of the four hold displays (for example, two) may be changed to a position that does not overlap.

In the above embodiment, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern is derived, the specific effect image is arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. The display mode of the effect pattern is described as a stationary mode. On the other hand, when there is an effect image (rear arrangement image) arranged on the rear side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern as the identification information image, the decorative pattern is displayed during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. The rearwardly arranged image may be displayed in the same display mode as during the variable display in which the variable display or the like is executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 22, the background image display layer (layer numbers: 30 to 34) is set so as to be arranged on the rearmost side when viewed from the player. In this case, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the display of the effect image which is the background image arranged at the overlapping position or the non-overlapping position on the rear side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern which is the identification information image. The mode may be the same display mode as during the variable display. As a result, the effect image that can cause misunderstanding of the display result such as the specific effect image is set to the still mode, while the effect image that does not cause misunderstanding of the display result such as the background image is displayed in the same manner as in the variable display. By setting the aspect, it is possible to reduce a sense of discomfort with respect to the display of the effect image.

In the above embodiment, during the variable display in which the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed, the display mode of the effect image to be the specific effect image is set as the action mode, while the display result in the variable display is derived. The display mode of the effect image as the specific effect image arranged in front of the effect image showing the decorative pattern as the identification information image has been described as a stationary mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the specific effect image is arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. The display mode of the effect image may be an idling mode different from the stationary mode. As the idling mode, a temporary stop mode may be set so that the display mode of the specific effect image is different from that of the action mode in the above embodiment, as long as the display result is not misunderstood.

As a first specific example of the temporary stop mode, even if the specific effect image is displayed in a larger or smaller display size (size) than in the action mode during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. good. In particular, by displaying the specific effect image in a smaller size than in the action mode, the derived display result can be easily recognized by the player, and misidentification of the display result can be prevented more reliably.

As a second specific example of the temporary stop mode, the specific effect image is displayed so that the amount of display change with the passage of time increases or decreases as compared with the case of the action mode during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. You may. For example, when the specific effect image is in the temporary stop mode, it may be displayed so that the moving speed is slower than in the action mode. In particular, by displaying the specific effect image so that the amount of display change is smaller than that in the action mode, the derived display result can be easily recognized by the player, and misidentification of the display result can be prevented more reliably. Alternatively, during the period from which the display result in the variable display is derived, the specific effect image may be displayed so that the transparency is increased or decreased as compared with the case of the action mode. In particular, by displaying the specific effect image so that the transparency is increased as compared with the action mode, the derived display result can be easily recognized by the player, and misidentification of the display result can be prevented more reliably.

As a third specific example of the temporary stop mode, when the decorative symbol ZU1 as shown in FIG. 35 (A) is variably displayed, the specific effect image is the decorative symbol during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. The display mode may be set to a stationary mode without being arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of at least one of the numerical symbol region ZU1-1 and the pictorial region ZU1-2 in ZU1. In particular, by placing the specific effect image in a stationary mode without arranging it in an overlapping position on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1, it becomes easier for the player to recognize the derived display result, and the display result can be displayed. Misidentification can be prevented more reliably.

As a fourth specific example of the temporary stop mode, the specific effect image is at least one of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 and the pattern area ZU1-2 in the decorative symbol ZU1 during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. It may be continuously displayed in an action mode without being arranged at overlapping positions on the front side of one side. In particular, as shown in FIG. 35 (B), for example, by displaying the specific effect image without arranging it at the overlapping position on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1, the player can display the derived display result. Is easier to recognize, and misidentification of the display result can be prevented more reliably.

As a fifth specific example of the temporary stop mode, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the specific effect image is placed at a position where all of the decorative pattern ZU1 on the front side of the pattern area ZU1-2 overlaps. On the other hand, it may be displayed so as not to be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 in the decorative symbol ZU1. In this case, the effect image showing the pattern area ZU1-2 in the decorative pattern ZU1 is invisible or difficult to see because the effect image showing the character or the like to be the specific effect image is preferentially displayed. On the other hand, in the effect image showing the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 in the decorative symbol ZU1, the effect image showing the character or the like to be the specific effect image does not overlap, and the numbers are clearly displayed. As a result, the player can easily recognize that the display result has been derived, and can easily recognize the derived display result, and can more reliably prevent misidentification of the display result.

In addition, during the variable display in which the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed, for example, an effect image for notifying the message "design change in progress" as a character line may be displayed as a specific effect image. On the other hand, during the period in which the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, for example, an effect image for notifying the message of "design confirmation" as a character's dialogue may be displayed as a specific effect image. In this way, the display mode of the specific effect image is different by differentiating the content of the message notified as the dialogue of the character depending on whether the variable display is being performed or the display result is derived. May be good.

When an effect image (character image) showing a character consisting of a plurality of parts is displayed as a specific effect image, during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived, the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed. May display a specific effect image in a different display mode.

FIG. 36A shows a configuration example of an effect image (character image) showing a character CH2 composed of a plurality of parts. The character CH2 shown in FIG. 36 (A) is configured to include a total of four character CH2-1 to character CH2-4, each of which represents one balloon.

FIG. 36 (B) shows a display example of the character CH2 at the time of determining the symbol from which the decorative symbol ZU1 shown in FIG. 35 (A) is derived. FIG. 36C shows a display mode for each of the character CH2-1 to the character CH2-4 of a plurality of parts constituting the character CH2 in the display example shown in FIG. 36B. At the time of determining the symbol shown in FIG. 36 (B), among the character CH2-1 to the character CH2-4 of the plurality of parts constituting the character CH2, the character CH2-1 to the character CH2-3 are the numerical symbol region ZU1- of the decorative symbol ZU1. It does not overlap with 1, and only the character CH2-4 overlaps with the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 of the decorative symbol ZU1.

In this case, for the characters CH2-1 to CH2-3 that are not arranged at the overlapping positions on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 of the decorative symbol ZU1, the action mode is the same as during the variable display even when the symbol is confirmed. Is displayed. On the other hand, for the character CH2-4 arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 of the decorative symbol ZU1, a stationary mode or an idling mode different from the action mode during variable display when the symbol is confirmed is used. It is displayed in. This makes it easier for the player to recognize that at least the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 of the decorative symbol ZU1 is derived as a display result in the variable display, and clearly recognizes the display result such as the derived numerical value. , It is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result. Further, the characters CH2-1 to the character CH2-3, which are not arranged at the overlapping positions on the front side of the numerical symbol area ZU1-1 of the decorative symbol ZU1, are displayed in the same action mode as during the variable display. It is possible to prevent a sense of discomfort with respect to the display of the effect image.

As described above, the specific effect image has the first aspect in the variable display in which the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed, while the display result is misidentified during the period in which the display result in the variable display is derived. The display mode may be a second mode different from the first mode as long as the above mode does not occur. As a result, while preventing misunderstanding of the display result, for example, it is possible to appropriately express the continuous feeling of the specific effect executed over multiple variable displays, thereby ensuring the degree of freedom of the effect and improving the interest of the effect. Can be made to.

In the above, the effect image showing the decorative pattern as the identification information image is provided in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5. I explained what is displayed in a variable manner. On the other hand, a variable display device consisting of a mechanical reel unit and a display window is provided, and a plurality of reels (for example, "left", "middle", "right" reels, etc.) constituting the reel unit are provided. By rotating or stopping by driving the reel motor, the pattern drawn on the cylindrical surface of each reel may be variably displayed. The display window of the variable display device may be able to display the patterns drawn on each reel in the upper, middle, and lower stages. In this way, in a configuration in which the variable display of the identification information is performed without relying on the image display, the variable display of the identification information is possible when the specific effect can be executed at the overlapping position on the front side of the display unit of the identification information. In the period in which the display result is derived, the effect mode of the specific effect executed at the overlapping position on the front side of the display unit of the identification information is different from that during the variable display such as a stationary mode or a temporary stop mode. It may be a directing mode. As a result, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result even in a configuration in which the identification information is variably displayed without relying on the image display.

As for the specific effect image, the effect image that can be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern to be the identification information image. On the other hand, for example, a movable member is provided at an overlapping first position and a non-overlapping second position on the front side of a part or all of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the effect is produced by the operation mode of the movable member. May be executed. As an example of the movable member, a production model imitating a specific character may be provided in the vicinity of a predetermined edge portion (for example, in the vicinity of the lower side) of the image display device 5. Alternatively, a shielding member serving as a shutter or a curtain may be provided in the vicinity of the predetermined edge portion of the image display device 5 (for example, in the vicinity of the left and right sides). Alternatively, an effect movable mechanism may be provided in which a plurality of light emitters are arranged on the front side to form a light emitter unit. Alternatively, a movable display device capable of displaying various images may be provided in the vicinity of the predetermined edge portion of the image display device 5 (for example, in the vicinity of the lower side) as in the image display device 5. These movable members are connected to the rotation shaft of the movable member motor and are moved by the drive of the movable member motor.

When the effect of operating these movable members is executed, the effect of shielding a part or all of the image display device 5 on the screen may be performed. Then, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern serving as the identification information is derived, the operation mode of the movable member arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the display result is different from that in the variable display. It may be an operation mode. For example, during the period from which the display result is derived, the operation mode of the movable member may be a stationary mode. Alternatively, the movable member may be operated in an operation mode in which the amount of operation is smaller than that in the operation mode during the variable display during the period in which the display result is derived. Alternatively, when an effect movable mechanism or a movable display device that forms a light emitting body unit is provided as a movable member, the light emitting mode or display mode different from that during variable display can be set during the period in which the display result is derived. You may notify that the display result is derived. By making the operation mode of the movable member different in this way, the player can easily recognize that the display result has been derived, and can prevent the display result from being misidentified.

A transparent light guide member having light transmission is provided on the front side of a part or all of the display screen of the image display device 5, and a light emitting member is provided in the vicinity of the transparent light guide member, from the light emitting member to the transparent light guide member. By reflecting the introduced light by a reflecting portion formed in advance, an effect of displaying a predetermined pattern or the like may be executed. Then, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern serving as the identification information is derived, the effect mode of the transparent light guide member arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the display result is in the variable display. May be a different production mode. For example, during the period from which the display result is derived, the light emission amount of the light emitting member that emits the light introduced into the transparent light guide member may be different from the light emission amount during the variable display. In particular, during the period in which the display result is derived, the light emitting member that emits the light introduced into the transparent light guide member may be turned off. Alternatively, the emission color in the light emitting member may be different from the emission color in the variable display during the period from which the display result is derived. In this way, by making the effect mode using the transparent light guide member and the light emitting member different from each other, it becomes easier for the player to recognize that the display result has been derived, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result. ..

A liquid crystal film having a blind function may be provided on the front side of a part or all of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the effect of enabling or disabling the blind function may be executed. When the blind function is enabled, the display on the screen of the image display device 5 provided behind the liquid crystal film becomes invisible or difficult to see. When the effect of enabling or disabling such a blind function is executed, a part or all of the image display device 5 on the screen is shielded. Then, during the period in which the display result in the variable display such as the decorative pattern serving as the identification information is derived, the liquid crystal film arranged at the overlapping position on the front side of the display result disables the blind function. The display result may be made visible to the player.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 may not perform variable display of a special symbol or a decorative symbol. As an example, based on the detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) the starting winning opening provided in the game area, the variable winning device provided in the game area is opened from the closed state (second state) (second state). When the game ball that has changed to the first state) and entered the inside of the variable winning device enters a specific area (V winning opening) among a plurality of areas, it is controlled to a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player. It may be configured to be. In such a configuration, based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the starting winning opening, the result of determining whether or not to change the variable winning device to the first state or the first state is changed. In relation to at least one of the decision results in which the change mode is one of a plurality of modes, or the decision result in whether or not to control the jackpot game state according to the passing state of the game ball inside the variable winning device. , The display result in the related display when the related effect that derives the display result can be executed and the specific effect image, the hold display, and the active display can be placed at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image in this related display. In the period in which the image is derived, the hold display and the active display may be changed to non-overlapping positions, and the display mode of the specific effect image may be a stationary mode.

In the above embodiment, as an advantageous state advantageous for the player, it has been described that the variable display result is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the "big hit". However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a special gaming state such as a probabilistic state may be an advantageous state, and the maximum number of rounds that can be executed among a plurality of jackpot gaming states is the number of second rounds (for example, "7"). A jackpot gaming state in which the number of first rounds (for example, "15") is larger than that of ") may be set as an advantageous state. Alternatively, the time saving state in which the upper limit of the variable display that can be executed among the plurality of time saving states is the first number (for example, "100"), which is larger than the second number (for example, "50"), may be regarded as an advantageous state. The probabilistic state in which the jackpot probability is the first probability (for example, 1/20) higher than the second probability (for example, 1/50) among the plurality of probable change states may be regarded as an advantageous state. In addition, any gaming state that is advantageous to the player may be set as an advantageous state.

In the above embodiment, the display mode of the hold display displayed after the hold display change effect is executed includes a display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the active display after the active display change effect is executed, and the active display. The display mode of the active display displayed after the change effect is executed has been described as including a display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only one of the display mode of the hold display and the display mode of the active display may be configured to include a display mode that is not displayed as the other display mode. .. For example, the display mode of the hold display includes a unique display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the active display, while the display mode of the active display is a common display mode that can be displayed as the display mode of the hold display. It may be possible not to provide a unique display mode that includes only the display mode and is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display. Further, the display mode of the active display includes a unique display mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display, while the display mode of the hold display is a common display mode that can be displayed as a display correspondence of the active display. It may be possible not to provide a unique display mode that includes only the display mode and is not displayed as the display mode of the active display.

When the hold display change effect is executed and when the active display change effect is executed, a restriction effect that limits at least a part of the hold display and the active display may be executed. The restriction effect is, for example, to display an effect image for display restriction in the display area of the image display device 5, semi-transparent display or transparent display on the first hold display unit 5HR, the second hold display unit 5HL, or the active display unit AHA. Part of the hold display or active display by performing a reduced display or by shifting the production model (movable member) from the retracted state to the advanced state and hiding the hold display or active display when the advance state is in progress. Alternatively, all of them may be restricted so as to be invisible or difficult for the player to see.

In the above embodiment, by changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode indicating a "secret" message, there is a high possibility that the display color of the hold display will be further changed to blue, green, or red. It was explained that the suggestion hold display is performed. When a plurality of such suggestion hold displays are displayed on the first hold display unit 5HR or the second hold display unit 5HL, the effects of changing the display mode of the hold display are simultaneously executed in duplicate. However, there is a risk that the game entertainment will be reduced. Therefore, when a plurality of hold displays are displayed in a specific mode that easily changes to another display mode, the display mode of the hold display is changed so that the hold display change effect is executed only for one hold display. You may decide whether or not. For example, in the process of step S310 shown in FIG. 14, when the display mode indicates a "secret" message in a plurality of hold displays, the hold display change timings corresponding to the hold displays do not become the same timing. The change effect timing pattern may be determined. Alternatively, when it is determined in step S502 shown in FIG. 24A that it is the hold display change timing, the display mode indicating the "secret" message in the plurality of hold displays is changed to the display mode of a specific color. Judge whether or not. Then, when it is determined that the display mode will be changed in a plurality of hold displays, for example, for the hold display having the larger hold number, the setting is changed so that the hold display change timing is set in the next variable display. You may do it.

In the above-described embodiment, both the hold display change effect and the active display change effect have been described as being a common effect mode in that they include an action effect such that the effect image of the character CH1 acts. .. On the other hand, it is not limited to the effect image of the character CH1, and any effect can be used as long as it can execute the hold display change effect and the active display change effect that are common in any effect mode. For example, while a character effect image is included, a part or all of the character type, shape, pattern or color to be displayed may be different, and sound effects and game effects output from the speakers 8L and 8R may be used. Either one or both of the lighting modes of the light emitting body such as the lamp 9 and the decorative LED may be different. As a more specific example, the character effect image includes a first character CH1 and a second character CH2, and the action effect includes an action effect SE1 that shoots a hold display or an active display with a gun, and a hold. It is assumed that there is an action effect SE2 that cuts the display and the active display with a sword. Here, the effect mode of the action effect is different between the case where the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1 is executed and the case where the action effect SE2 by the first character CH1 is executed, but the type of the character is different. It is common. On the other hand, the type of character is different between the case where the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1 is executed and the case where the action effect SE1 by the second character CH2 is executed, but the effect mode of the action effect is common. are doing. In this way, the types of characters are common but the effect mode (contents of action action) is different, and the effect mode (contents of action action) is common but the types of characters are different. In either case, it can be said that the effect mode is common because there is a common part in the character type or the effect mode of the action effect. Further, when the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are executed in an effect mode in which the combination of the character type and the effect effect mode is common, for example, the action effect SE1 by the first character CH1. Even if there is, the display mode of the hold display changes (for example, blue, green, or red, which is a specific color) depending on whether the hold display change effect is executed or the active display change effect is executed in that effect mode. It may be set so that the rate of change) is different. Further, among the hold display change effects, the hold display or the active display depends on whether the hold display change effect including the action effect on which the hold number acts from "1" to "4" is executed. The display mode may be set so as to change at a different rate. Alternatively, when the hold display change effect and the active display change effect are executed in an effect mode in which the combination of the character type and the effect effect effect mode is common, the display mode of the hold display or the active display changes (for example). Even if the rate of change to any of the specific colors blue, green, and red is the same, the rate of change of the display mode after the change to a display mode with high jackpot reliability (for example, change to red) is different. It may be set as follows. Further, among the hold display change effects, the display mode of the hold display depends on whether the hold display change effect including the action effect on which the hold number acts from "1" to "4" is executed. Even if the rate of change of is the same, the rate of change of the display mode after the change to the display mode with high jackpot reliability may be set to be different. Alternatively, in the hold display change effect and the active display change effect, an effect in which all the effect modes are different from each other may be executed.

In the above embodiment, as shown in FIG. 28, the hold display is displayed (displayed overlapping with the decorative pattern) even during the reach effect of the super reach. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, during the reach effect of Super Reach, the size of the hold display may be reduced, the transmittance may be increased to make it thinner, or the hold may be erased. The display may be restricted and the active display may be displayed as it is. According to this, the player's attention can be drawn to the variable display during execution. When erasing the hold display, the first special figure hold storage number and the second special figure hold storage number may be displayed numerically in the hold display area (small).

Further, in the above embodiment, the hold display and the active display have been described as being stationary, but for example, the operation display may be possible in the same manner as the effect image showing a character or the like to be a specific effect image. In this case, during the variable display, the hold display and the active display can be displayed in an action mode at the overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol which is the identification information image, and the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol can be displayed. Is stopped and displayed, and during the period when the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived, the hold display and active display that were duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to the positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. At the same time, it may be in a stationary mode. According to this, when the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the specific effect image, the hold display, and the active display are all in the stationary mode, so that the player can display the display result of the derived identification information image. It can be recognized reliably and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

In the above embodiment, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol during the period in which the display result in the variable display of the decorative symbol is derived. As an example, the case of changing the display position and size of the hold display and the active display has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the transmittance of the hold display and the active display may be set low during the variable display, and the transmittance may be set high during the period from which the display result is derived (). The transmittance of the decorative pattern may be set in the opposite direction to the transmittance of the hold display and the active display). Also, instead of changing the display position of the hold display and active display, by changing the display position and display size of the decorative design (for example, displaying a part or all of the decorative design by shifting it upward), it is put on hold. The display and the active display may not overlap with the decorative symbol. Further, the layer number of the hold display and the active display may be reduced during the period from which the display result is derived, and the priority may be lowered. When changing the display position and size of the hold display and active display during the period when the display result is derived, the active display is displayed larger than the hold display during variable display, and during the period when the display result is derived. , The active display may be displayed smaller than the hold display. According to this, since the active display is displayed large during the variable display, it is easy to recognize the degree of expectation, and the player's attention can be drawn to the variable display during execution. Since the active display is displayed small, the player can be made aware of the end of the appeal period. In addition, since the hold display is displayed large after the end of the variable display, it is possible to have expectations for the variable display from the next time onward. Therefore, the game can be sharpened. Even if the layer number of the hold display and the active display is reduced or the transmittance is set high, the 1 special figure hold storage number and the 2nd special figure displayed in the hold display area (small) are displayed. For the display of the number of reserved storages and the small symbols that are variably displayed in the symbol display area 5V, it is sufficient that the layer number and the transmittance are not changed at all.

Further, in the above embodiment, it has been described that the hold display and the active display are displayed at positions overlapping with the decorative symbol during the period from the start of the variable display to the period from which the display result is derived. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, either the hold display or the active display may be displayed at a position overlapping with the decorative symbol. In addition to this, for example, the hold display corresponding to the hold number 3 has a higher priority than the hold display corresponding to the hold number 4, and corresponds to the hold number 2 than the hold display corresponding to the hold number 3. The priority of each hold display is different, such that the hold display corresponding to the hold number 2 has a higher priority than the hold display corresponding to the hold number 2, and the hold display corresponding to the hold number 1 has a higher priority. You may do it. Then, each hold display may be superimposed and displayed. According to this, the earlier the order in which the variable display is started, the easier it is for the player to recognize, so that the player can be attracted to the shift of the hold and the hold change effect.

Further, it is based on the type of pseudo-ream, such as whether the number of pseudo-ream fluctuations is "1 time", "2 times", or "3 times", or whether the pseudo-ream production pattern is a plurality of patterns. The effect control CPU 120 may determine the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect from a plurality of timings. Furthermore, the variation pattern and the variable display result are not limited to this, and which reach is executed when the fluctuation pattern or the variable display result is "pseudo-ream and reach loss" or "pseudo-ream and jackpot", and the fluctuation pattern or variable display result is ". In the case of "pseudo-ream big hit", the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect may be determined based on the degree of advantage for the player, such as which big hit type. By doing so, it is possible to announce / suggest which reach will be executed and which jackpot type will be executed depending on the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect. Further, in a gaming machine provided with a latent state that does not notify whether or not the current gaming state is in the probable changing state, the active display change effect is produced according to whether or not the gaming state is in the probable changing state in the latent state. The execution timing (change timing) may be determined. By doing so, it becomes possible to suggest the game state by the change timing of the display mode in the variable display notice, and the interest of the game is improved.

In the above embodiment, the presence or absence of the display change is determined at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. 15B, and the icon display change pattern is determined at the determination ratio as shown in FIG. 26 to produce the hold display change effect. It has been described that the display mode of the active display changes at a rate higher than the rate at which the display mode of the hold display changes when the active display change effect is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, when either the hold display change effect or the active display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display or the active display always changes (at a rate of 100%). It may be set as follows. Further, when one of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect is executed, the display mode may not change at a predetermined ratio, whereas when the other effect is executed, the display mode may not change. It may be set so that the display mode is always changed (at a rate of 100%). Alternatively, even if the display mode of the active display is set to change at a rate higher than the rate at which the display mode of the active display changes when the active display change effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display changes when the hold display change effect is executed. good.

In the above embodiment, the display color change effect of changing the display color of the hold display or the active display to any of blue, green, and red can be executed in both the hold display change effect and the active display change effect. The special change effect that changes to the special display mode indicating the message of "secret" can be executed in the hold display change effect, but cannot be executed in the active display change effect, and "?", "Chance", "super heat", It has been described that the icon display change effect that changes a message such as "NEXT" into an icon is not feasible in the hold display change effect, but can be executed in the active display change effect. However, which of the hold display change effect and the active display change effect can be executed or cannot be executed may be arbitrarily set. For example, among the display color change effects, an effect that changes to a part of the display color (for example, gold or rainbow color) may be set so that it can be executed only in the hold display change effect, or the active display change effect. It may be set to be feasible only in. As an effect that can be executed in the hold display change effect but cannot be executed in the active display change effect, it is possible to replace the suggestion hold display in which the display mode of the hold display is more likely to change, or to hold the suggestion. Along with the effect of displaying, an effect of displaying a mode transition suggestion suggesting that the mode shifts to a predetermined effect mode (pre-reading notice mode) may be executed as the pre-reading notice effect.

In the above embodiment, the jackpot type determined by the process of step S242 shown in FIG. 8 includes "probability variation", and the probability variation control condition is set based on the determination result of the jackpot type being "probability variation". It was explained that it was established and controlled to a probable change state after the end of the big hit game state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the game ball that has won (entered) the large winning opening (second large winning opening) is detected by the probabilistic change detection switch in the probabilistic attacker provided at a predetermined position in the gaming area. The probability variation control condition is satisfied based on the above, and the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state may be controlled to the probability variation state. The big winning opening (second big winning opening) of the probabilistic attacker can change from the closed state to the open state when the number of executions of the round game in the big hit game state is a predetermined number of times (for example, "16"), and the round. When the number of times the game is executed is other than the predetermined number of times, the game may remain closed and cannot be changed to the open state. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can establish the probability variation control condition based on the fact that the gaming ball has passed through the specific region in the attacker, which is an example of the special variable winning device provided in the gaming area. It may be configured to be.

The special symbol and the decorative symbol are not limited to those that are variably displayed as a plurality of types of identification information. For example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are configured by using a plurality of LEDs, and during the variable display of the special symbol, only a specific (single) LED among the plurality of LEDs is displayed. Repeats on and off, and the other LEDs remain off. Then, when the variable display result is "missing", the LED that repeatedly turns on and off is maintained in a state of emitting (lighting) with a predetermined emission color, or by maintaining a state of being turned off. Stop display the special symbol. At this time, the other LEDs are kept off. On the other hand, when the variable display result is a "big hit", the special symbol is stopped and displayed by a predetermined lighting pattern in which some or all of the LEDs among the plurality of LEDs are lit. In this way, even if a specific (single) symbol is switched between display and non-display during variable display of a special symbol or decorative symbol, the other symbols remain hidden. good. Then, as the final stop symbol (fixed special symbol or fixed decorative symbol) that results in the variable display of the special symbol or decorative symbol, any of a plurality of types of symbols may be derived and displayed (stop display). Further, for example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are configured by using a 7-segment LED, and during the variable display of the special symbol, a symbol indicating "-" is displayed (lit). It may be hidden (turned off) repeatedly so that other numbers and symbols are not displayed. Then, as a variable display result of the special symbol, the symbol indicating "-" is not stopped and displayed, and a predetermined lighting pattern including numbers indicating "1" to "9" and other symbols is obtained. By doing so, the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In this way, during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, the symbols that are not stopped and displayed as a variable display result can be switched between display and non-display, while the other symbols are maintained in the hidden state. You may.

In the above embodiment, the "ratio" and "probability" at which various decisions are made are 0% (never determined) or 100% (always), for example, 70:30. It may be set so that it does not become (determined), or at least one of the determination results is 0% (never determined) or 100% (always determined). It may be set. For example, in the case of making various decisions, if the ratio of one of a plurality of decision results to be a decision result is higher than the ratio of other decision results, the ratio of one decision result is It may be included that it is 100%, or it may be included that the ratio of other determination results is 0%. When the ratio of 1 as the decision result is 100%, the ratio of other decision results is 0%. Further, when the ratio of other decision results is 0%, if the ratio of 1 decision result is a predetermined ratio other than 100% but not 0%, the ratio of 1 decision result is the other decision result. It will be higher than the ratio.

In the above embodiment, one variation pattern designation command is transmitted when the variable display is started in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the variation pattern indicating the variable display time, the variable display mode of the decorative pattern, and the like. Although an example is shown, the fluctuation pattern may be notified to the effect control board 12 side by two or more commands. Specifically, when notifying by two commands, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 has the presence or absence of pseudo-continuous fluctuation, the presence or absence of slipping effect, etc. in the first command before reaching (when not reaching). Is sent a command indicating the variable display time and variable display mode (before the so-called second stop), and the second command is after reaching the reach (reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect, etc.). If this is not the case, a command indicating the variable display time or variable display mode (after the so-called second stop) may be transmitted. In this case, in the effect control board 12, for example, the effect control CPU 120 may perform effect control in the variable display based on the variable display time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the variable display time by each of the two commands, and the effect control CPU 120 selects the specific variable display mode to be executed at each timing. You may do it. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt, or after a predetermined period of time has elapsed after sending the first command (for example, in the next timer interrupt). ) You may send a second command. The variable display mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. By notifying the fluctuation pattern by two or more commands in this way, it is possible to reduce the amount of data that must be stored as the fluctuation pattern designation command.

The present invention can be applied not only to the pachinko gaming machine 1 but also to slot machines and the like. The slot machine is an arbitrary game machine capable of performing a predetermined game such as variable display of a symbol serving as a plurality of types of identification information and imparting a predetermined game value based on the game result, and more specifically, the slot machine. A variable display device (a variable display device) that can start a game by setting a predetermined number of bets (number of medals or credits) for one game and variably displays a plurality of types of identification information (designs) that can be identified by each. One game ends when the display result of (for example, multiple reels, etc.) is derived and displayed, and a prize is won according to the display result (for example, cherry prize, watermelon prize, bell prize, replay prize, BB prize, RB prize, etc.). Is a gaming machine that can generate. In such a slot machine, the hardware resources including the effect movable mechanism provided on the front side of the slot machine and the software that performs a predetermined process cooperate with each other to perform the pachinko machine shown in the above embodiment. It may be configured to have all or a part of the features of the gaming machine 1. Specifically, the display result in the variable display of the identification information is derived in the configuration in which the specific effect can be executed at the overlapping position on the front side of the display surface where the symbol to be the identification information is variably displayed. In the overlapping position on the front side of the identification information in a certain period, the effect mode of the specific effect may be different from the effect mode during the variable display, such as a stationary mode or a temporary stop mode. ..

In addition, various effects including the device configuration and data configuration of the game machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the image display operation in the image display device, the audio output operation in the speaker, and the lighting operation in the game effect lamp and the decorative LED. The operation and the like can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, but a score is scored based on the occurrence of a winning by enclosing the gaming medium. It can also be applied to an enclosed gaming machine that grants. Slot machines are not limited to those in which the number of bets is set using medals and credits as the game value, but only slot machines that set the number of bets using game balls as the game value and credits as the game value. It may be a fully credited slot machine that sets the number of bets using. When using a game ball as a game medium, for example, one medal can correspond to five game balls. For example, when setting 3 as the bet number, 15 game balls are used for the bet number. Equivalent to setting. The pachinko game machine 1 and the slot machine are not limited to those using only one of a plurality of types of gaming values such as medals and game balls, and for example, a plurality of types such as medals and game balls. It may be something that can be used in combination with a gaming value. For example, a slot machine can play a game by setting a bet number using any of a plurality of types of game values such as medals and game balls, and a plurality of medals, game balls, etc. are generated depending on the occurrence of a prize. Any of the types of gaming value may be payable.

The program and data for realizing the present invention are limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to a computer device included in the gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 or a slot machine. It may be distributed by pre-installing it in a storage device such as a computer device in advance. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

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

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present application, the specific effect image can be arranged at an overlapping position on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative pattern which is the identification information image, and the decorative pattern can be displayed in a variable manner. In the period in which the display result is derived, at least at the overlapping position on the front side of the identification information image, the display mode of the specific effect image is set to the stationary mode. As a result, the player can surely recognize the display result of the derived identification information image, and it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result. In addition, the hold display and active display can be displayed at overlapping positions on the front side of the effect image showing the decorative symbol that is the identification information image, and the final stop symbol of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, and the decorative symbol is displayed. During the period when the display result in the variable display or the like is derived, the hold display and the active display that are duplicated in the decorative symbol are changed to the positions that do not overlap with the decorative symbol. According to this, it is possible to accurately display the notice effect while preventing the variable display result from being misunderstood, and it is possible to prevent a deterioration in the game entertainment.

Further, as shown in FIG. 22, since the button display is set to have a higher priority than the display contents such as the decorative symbol, the hold display (large), and the active display, the button display performed in step S349 has a higher priority. It will be placed on the front side of the player from each display such as decorative pattern, hold display (large), and active display (it can be displayed at overlapping positions). Therefore, the notice display can be accurately displayed, and it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest in the game.

Further, as shown in FIG. 22, since the active display is set to have a higher priority than the hold display (large), the active display is arranged on the front side of the hold display. Therefore, the notice display can be accurately displayed even by this. Since the active display is placed in front of the hold display, the player's attention is paid to the active display corresponding to the running variable display rather than the hold display corresponding to the hold display that has not been executed yet. Can be collected (it can make it easier to recognize the degree of expectation for the variable display in progress).

In addition, during the reach production of Super Reach, the displayed hold display is restricted and active display, such as displaying the size of the hold display smaller, increasing the transmittance to make it thinner, or erasing it. May be displayed as it is, which can attract the player's attention to the variable display being executed.

In the small symbol display area 5L, which is smaller than the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R and always visible, where the decorative symbols that serve as identification information images are displayed, the decorative symbols are displayed. The display result is derived by performing variable display of the effect image showing the small symbol that becomes the notification information image in synchronization with the variable display. As a result, the specific effect image is displayed at the overlapping position on the front side of the identification information image, so that the display result of the broadcast information image is recognized even if the display result of the identification information image is difficult to recognize. By displaying it in an easy-to-understand manner, it is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result.

For example, in the process of step S607 shown in FIG. 21, based on the determination that the variation start command has been received in the process of step S606, the display mode of the effect image to be the specific effect image is set to the action mode. In this way, by setting the display mode of the specific effect image to the action mode with the reception of the effect control command that can specify that the variable display is started, the period of the stationary mode can be shortened as much as possible. It is possible to prevent misidentification of the display result while suppressing a sense of discomfort in the production.

For example, based on the effect control in the process of step S343 shown in FIG. 27, the hold display change effect as the first change effect for changing the display mode of the hold display can be executed, and the effect in step S345 shown in FIG. 27 can be executed. Based on the control, it is possible to execute the active display change effect as the second change effect that changes the display mode of the active display. It is possible to improve the game entertainment by making it possible to execute such a hold display change effect and an active display change effect.

Hold display as the first change effect The display mode of the hold display displayed after the change effect is executed is, for example, an active display change effect as the second change effect, such as a display mode showing a "secret" message. It contains a special aspect that is not displayed as an active display aspect after it has been executed. In this way, by executing the hold display change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display to a special mode, it is possible to change various displays and improve the game entertainment.

Active display as the second change effect The display mode of the active display displayed after the change effect is executed is, for example, an icon for notifying a message such as "?", "Chance", "heat" or "NEXT". Like the display mode, it includes a special mode that is not displayed as the display mode of the hold display after the hold display change effect that is the first change effect is executed. In this way, by executing the active display change effect that changes the display mode of the active display to a special mode, it is possible to change the display in various ways and improve the game entertainment.

Further, during the period in which the display result of the identification information image in the variable display of the decorative pattern is derived, at least at the overlapping position on the front side of the identification information image, the display mode of the specific effect image is set as the temporary stop mode. As a result, it is possible to secure the degree of freedom of the production and improve the interest of the production while preventing misunderstanding of the display result.

In addition, the effect is based on the type of pseudo-ream, such as whether the number of pseudo-ream fluctuations is "1 time", "2 times", or "3 times", and whether the pseudo-ream effect pattern is a plurality of patterns. The control CPU 120 may determine the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect from a plurality of timings, and by doing so, the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect may be determined. It is possible to announce and suggest which reach will be executed and which jackpot type will be used. Therefore, it is possible to improve the game entertainment by diversifying the production modes.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 determines the type of pseudo-ream by a command or the like transmitted from the CPU 103 on the main board side, and determines the execution timing (change timing) of the active display change effect. Therefore, it is possible to simplify the realization of diversification of production.

Further, the types of pseudo-ren may include those having different jackpot expectations, and according to this, attention can be drawn to the types of pseudo-ren to be executed.

Further, the ratio of whether or not the active display changes may differ depending on the type of pseudo-ren, which can improve the game entertainment.

Further, a pre-determination means for determining whether or not the hold storage is controlled to an advantageous state based on the hold storage stored in the hold storage means before the variable display of the hold storage is started, and the above-mentioned advantage. When the hold storage means is controlled to the state, if the hold storage determined to be controlled to the advantageous state by the prior determination means is stored, at least from the advantageous state, the determination target. It is provided with a series of effect executing means for executing a series of effects up to the advantageous state based on the reserved memory, and the series of effect executing means derives and displays the specific display result by the predetermined means. Even if the series of effects can be executed when the hold memory for which the variable display is executed due to the long variable display time is not stored in the hold memory stored before the determined hold memory. good. According to such a configuration, in the variable display between the advantageous state and the advantageous state, it is not necessary to set a dedicated fluctuation pattern in order to continue the effect of the previous advantageous state, and the capacity can be reduced.

In addition, after displaying the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display during execution in a common manner, the first effect of changing the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display during execution according to the degree of expectation, or the variable that has not been started yet. It may be possible to execute a second effect (for example, an effect using a fighter icon) that changes the hold display corresponding to the display. According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute the effect not only on the variable display being executed but also on the variable display that has not been started yet. Can be improved.

The specific game state (big hit game state) is a big prize after a predetermined time (symbol confirmation stop time + big hit start production time) elapses after a specific symbol combination (doublet of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device. An example is shown in which the mouth is opened and a specific game state starts, but the present invention is not limited to this, and is provided in the game area after a specific combination of symbols (doublet of the same symbol) is displayed on the variable display device. The specific gaming state may be started by passing the ball through a specific area (a specific passage gate sensor or a winning sensor). As a result, the player can control the time when the big hit occurs, and even if the ball is exhausted before the big hit starts, the ball can be lent and the ball can be replenished.
Further, a plurality of specific regions may be provided, and the number of jackpot rounds may be different depending on which specific region is passed. Further, a lottery for the number of big hit rounds may be performed by passing through a specific area. Further, in that case, if there are a plurality of specific areas, the lottery ratio of the number of rounds may be different depending on which specific area is passed.

1 ... Pachinko gaming machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Ordinary winning ball device 6B ... Ordinary variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R… Speaker 9… Game effect lamp 11… Main board 12… Production control board 13… Voice control board 14… Lamp control board 15… Relay board 20… Ordinary symbol display 21… Gate switch 22A, 22B… Starting port switch 23… Count switch 100 ... Game control microcomputer 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... Random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for production control
123… Display control unit

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When the variable display of the effect identification information is performed in synchronization with the start and end of the variable display of the special identification information and the display result of the variable display of the effect identification information becomes the specific display result, the player A gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous and advantageous state,
A display means for displaying the effect information including at least the variable display of the effect identification information and the advance notice effect related to the variable display of the effect identification information.
A display layer setting means for setting a display layer of the effect information when displaying the effect information on the display means, and a display layer setting means.
A display control means that controls the display means based on the display layer set by the display layer setting means, and a display control means.
A specific effect executing means capable of executing a specific effect using a specific effect image that can be displayed in any of a plurality of modes including an operation mode and a stationary mode in response to the variable display of the effect identification information. Prepare,
As the advance notice effect, the corresponding display corresponding to the variable display of the identification information for the effect being executed is executed.
The display layer setting means is
As the display layer, the notice effect and the specific effect image are set as the display layer on the front side of the variable display of the effect identification information when viewed from the player.
The display control means is
When the effect identification information is variably displayed, the display means can be controlled so that the corresponding display and at least a part of the effect identification information are displayed in an overlapping manner. When the display result of the variable display of the effect identification information is derived, the display means is controlled so that the corresponding display and at least a part of the effect identification information are displayed in a non-overlapping manner. It is possible and
Further, the display means can be controlled so as to change from the overlapping mode to the non-overlapping mode.
There are a plurality of change patterns when the overlap mode is changed to the non- overlap mode, and the change pattern differs depending on whether or not the advantageous state is controlled.
The display means continuously displays the reduced identification information different from the special identification information at a position where it can be always visually recognized in a display mode that is partially or wholly common to each display mode of the effect identification information. Display and
In synchronization with the start of the variable display of the effect identification information, the variable display of the reduced identification information is started.
The variable display of the reduced identification information is terminated in synchronization with the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
The specific effect executing means is
The specific effect image can be displayed at a position that overlaps with at least a part of the effect identification information.
There is a case where the specific effect is terminated before the end of the variable display of the effect identification information, and a case where the specific effect is continued even after the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
When the specific effect is continued even after the variable display of the effect identification information is completed, the specific effect image is displayed in the stationary mode at least at the end of the variable display of the effect identification information.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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