JP7051663B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

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

A meter that suggests the presence or absence of super reach by displaying a horizontally long meter image including multiple lamp images and displaying each lamp image in order from the leftmost lamp image during one variable display of the decorative pattern. A gaming machine that executes a notice effect has been proposed (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-189709

When the effect of displaying the meter image is executed over a plurality of variable displays, it depends on the timing of notifying that the effect of displaying the meter image is continued in the variable display before the variable display that is the target of the effect. Then, there is a risk that the expectation in the variable display will be reduced and the interest will be reduced.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that prevents the player's expectation from being reduced by notification.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
It is a gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 having a feature unit 82AK) that can execute variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player.
It is possible to display a suggestion display (for example, meter image 82AK001) whose display mode can be changed stepwise, and a specific effect (for example, pseudo-ream, super reach) depending on the display mode of the suggestion display changed to a specific stage. , An effect execution means capable of executing a cut-in effect during reach (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the processing of step 82AKS002 or step S172).
It is provided with a notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect for notifying that the control is controlled to the advantageous state by the display result of the variable display.
The effect executing means is
A plurality of types of the specific effect can be executed, and the ratio of displaying the suggestion effect differs depending on the type of the specific effect to be executed.
The effect executing means has a first display pattern that changes to the specific stage during the variable display in which the display of the suggestion display is started, and the effect execution means from the specific stage during the variable display in which the display of the suggestion display is started. It is possible to display the suggestion display in any pattern including at least a second display pattern that changes to the previous stage and changes to the specific stage during the variable display after the variable display (for example). 10-2, 10-9, 10-10),
The specific effect is an effect that is executed over a predetermined period while suggesting the degree of expectation controlled by the advantageous state.
There is a first display area in which the suggestion display is displayed and a second display area in which the advance notice effect is executed.
When the suggestion display is displayed in the second display pattern, the effect executing means takes a shorter period than the predetermined period after the suggestion display changes in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. According to the timing at which the variable display ends and the variable display ends, a notification to the effect that the display of the suggestion display continues is performed in the first display area (for example, FIG. 10-2).
As the effect mode of the advance notice effect, there are a first effect mode and a second effect mode that is more advantageous to the player than the first effect mode.
The means for executing the advance notice effect is
It is possible to execute the advance notice effect at the same time as the period in which the notification to the effect that the suggestion display is continued is performed.
When the suggestion display is displayed and the display result of the variable display indicating that the control is controlled to the advantageous state is displayed, the suggestion display is not displayed and the display result of the variable display that the control is controlled to the advantageous state is displayed. Is executed so that the ratio of executing the advance notice effect in the second effect mode is higher than that in the first effect mode.
When the suggestion display is displayed in the second display pattern, the ratio of executing the specific effect is higher than when the suggestion display is displayed in the first display pattern.
According to such a configuration, by performing the notification according to the end of the variable display, it is possible to prevent the feeling of expectation from being reduced by the notification, and it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the interest.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
A notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect for notifying that the suggestion display will be controlled to the advantageous state based on the variable display before execution, overlapping with the period in which the notification to the effect that the suggestion display continues is performed. For example, the effect control CPU 120) that executes the processes of step 82AKS003 and step S172 is provided.
When the advance notice effect (for example, the pre-reading advance notice effect of the stop symbol advance notice) is executed, the notification that the suggestion display is continued is higher than when the advance notice effect is not executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10-4, when there is a suggestion display, the execution rate of the stop symbol notice is higher than when there is no suggestion display).
With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the expectation for the suggestion display.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above
After the notification that the display of the suggestion display continues is executed, the display related to the notification may be deleted according to the start timing of the next variable display (for example, FIG. 10-10).
With such a configuration, it is possible to keep the expectation for the next variable display.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
Variable display can be executed in a plurality of variable display areas (for example, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R).
The effect executing means can execute the notification that the display of the suggestion display is continued at the timing when the variable display of the variable display area where the variable display ends at the end of the plurality of variable display areas ends. (For example, FIG. 10-10) may be used.
With such a configuration, the expectation can be maintained until the final timing of the variable display.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4) above,
The effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of the specific effect, and the ratio of displaying the suggestion display differs depending on the type of the specific effect to be executed (for example, FIG. 10-3 (A)). You may.
With such a configuration, it is possible to have a sense of expectation as to which specific effect will be executed.

(6) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (5) above,
The effect executing means can display a plurality of the suggestion displays at the same time.
When a plurality of the suggestion displays are displayed at the same time, the types of the specific effects executed when the plurality of suggestion displays change to the specific stage may be different from each other.
With such a configuration, the production becomes more diverse and the interest is improved.

(7) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (6) above,
One of a plurality of stages of setting values having different probabilities of being controlled in the advantageous state (for example, a value from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to 6 which is the most advantageous setting value for the player). Setting means that can be set to the set value of (for example, CPU 103 that executes the set value change process) and
A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step 063AKS007) capable of executing a setting suggestion effect that makes a suggestion regarding the set value in a predetermined period is provided.
The setting value of the plurality of stages includes at least a first setting value and a second setting value which is more disadvantageous than the first setting value (for example, from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to the player, which is most advantageous to the player). (Values up to 6 etc.),
In the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect, the first mode in which the ratio selected when the first set value is set is high and the ratio selected when the second set value is set are included. A high second aspect is included (for example, in "aspect 1", the higher the set value is set, the higher the rate of determination is high, while in "aspect 2", the set value is set. The lower the percentage, the higher the percentage determined),
The setting suggestion effect executing means executes the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect for a longer period of time than the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect (for example, T2> T5 as shown in FIGS. 9-8 ). You may do it.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

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 game control main process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control main process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in the variable display of 1st special figure in a normal state or a time saving state. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in the variable display of the 1st special figure in a probable change state. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in the variable display of the 2nd special figure in a normal state or a time saving state. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in the variable display of the 2nd special figure in a probable change state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit type determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the process in the game control main process. It is a flowchart which shows the random value value determination process at the time of a prize. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display result determination module. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process in the look-ahead notice setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the determination ratio such as whether or not the look-ahead chance eye is executed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the determination process such as a non-reach loss stop symbol. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a predetermined display determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution presence / absence of a predetermined display and the determination ratio. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the type of a predetermined display and the determination ratio thereof. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a final variation effect setting process. It is a figure which shows the effect operation example in the case where the predetermined display and the count value display for each type are performed. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in a modification. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in a modification. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in a modification. It is a figure which shows the numerical range of a big hit and the numerical range of a small hit in a modification. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an ending effect processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an ending effect start setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed and the determination ratio. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect and the determination ratio. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the ending effect operation control process when there is a setting suggestion effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process in the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process in the waiting process per special figure. It is a time chart which shows the execution period such as an ending effect. It is a figure which shows the example of the effect operation when the ending effect and the like are executed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the pre-reading notice setting process of a feature part 82AK. It is a timing chart of the suggestion display effect of the feature part 82AK. It is a figure which shows the execution rate and the decision rate of a suggestion display effect. It is a figure which shows the execution ratio of the look-ahead notice effect. It is a figure which shows the decision rate of the chance eye. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the suggestion display effect determination process of a feature part 82AK. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of the suggestion display effect pattern (gase). It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing at the end of a change of a feature part 82AK. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the characteristic part 82AK. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the characteristic part 82AK.

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

(Configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 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. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device into the game area.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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. ) A hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hitting ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state includes the elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the large winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also hereinafter referred to as an opening upper limit period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is open in this way is called a round (round game). In the big hit game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the predetermined upper limit number (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

When the display result of the special figure game is "missing", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a definite decorative symbol of a non-reach combination ("" (Also referred to as "non-reach loss") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "missing", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination ("reach loss") that is not a big hit combination. The confirmed decorative symbol (also referred to as) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "reach loss").

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

When making various decisions based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the decision value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the decision result) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this big hit post-opening process, there is a process of determining whether or not the number of rounds to be executed with the big winning opening open has reached the set maximum number of executions, and a big hit game state when the maximum number of executions has been reached. It includes the process of making settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the jackpot release post-processing ends.

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

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

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

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

(Main operation of the effect control board 12)
Next, the main operation of 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 the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and sets the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). Further, the initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing the initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation, is executed.

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

Further, on the 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 process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to the computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the computer device and the like in advance. It may take the form of being distributed by installing it in the storage device of the. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from 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.

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

(Explanation of feature 048AK)
Next, the feature portion 048AK of this embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, and shows the layout of the main members. As shown in FIG. 8-1, the pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into an outer frame formed in a vertically long square frame shape, a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a game board surface, and a game. It is composed of a gaming machine frame (underframe) that supports and fixes the board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device into the game area. Further, in the game machine frame, a glass door frame having a glass window can rotate between a door opening position that opens the front surface of the game machine frame and a door closing position that closes the front surface centering on the left side. The game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame, and the game area can be seen through the glass window when the glass door frame is closed.

In addition, the frame for the gaming machine can be opened by inserting the door key owned by the clerk of the game hall into a lock (not shown) and unlocking it, and the player other than the clerk can open the frame for the gaming machine and the glass door frame. It is not possible to open the door.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a first reserved storage display area 207SG005D and a second reserved storage display area 207SG005U are set at two positions on the left and right below the display area of the image display device 5. In the first hold storage display area 207SG005D and the second hold storage display area 207SG005U, the hold storage display for identifiablely displaying the hold storage number (special figure hold storage number) of the variable display corresponding to the special figure game is performed. The left side of the image display device 5 in the game board 2 of the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is formed in the left game area 207SG002L where the game ball can flow down, and the right side of the image display device 5 in the game board 2 is a game. It is formed in the right gaming area 207SG002R where the ball can flow down.

The left game area 207SG002L is a game area in which a game ball launched relatively weakly (left-handed) by the operation of the ball striking operation handle 30 flows down, and the right game area 207SG002R is a left game area 207SG002L by the operation of the ball striking operation handle 30. This is a game area in which a game ball launched (right-handed) stronger than a game ball flowing down passes through the upper path 207SG002C of the image display device 5 and flows down.

Further, a general winning opening 10 is arranged in the left game area 207SG002L, and in the right game area 207SG002R, a passing gate 41, a variable winning ball device 6B, and a general winning ball device 6B are arranged from the upstream side to the downstream side of the right game area 207SG002R. A winning opening 10 and a special variable winning ball device 7 are arranged. That is, the game ball flowing down the left gaming area 207SG002L can win a prize in the first starting winning opening formed by the general winning opening 10 and the winning ball device 6A, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 207SG002R is variable. It is possible to win a prize in the second starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6B, the general winning opening 10 and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7, and it is possible to pass through the passing gate 41.

As shown in FIG. 8-1, a plurality of obstacle nails 207SGK1 are arranged between the winning ball device 6A, the variable winning ball device 6B, and the special variable winning ball device 7. Therefore, the game ball flowing down the left game area 207SG002L cannot win the second start winning opening or the large winning opening, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 207SG002R cannot win the first starting winning opening. It has become.

Although not shown, the main board 11 in the feature portion 048AK of the present embodiment is housed in the board case 207SG201 which is configured to be openable by the first member and the second member, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 It is mounted on the back of. Further, the main board 11 has a lock switch 207SG051 for switching the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to a changeable set value change state, and a jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) described later in the set value change state. A setting changeover switch 207SG052 that functions as a setting switch for changing a set value, and an open sensor 207SG090 that detects the opening of a gaming machine frame are provided. The set value change state in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment is also a state in which the clerk of the game hall or the like can confirm the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (set value confirmation state).

The setting switching main body unit provided with an operation unit that can be operated by the player, such as the lock switch 207SG051 and the setting changeover switch 207SG052, is housed in the board case 207SG201 together with the main board 11, and the lock switch 207SG051 and the setting changeover switch 207SG052. Is exposed to the back side through an opening formed in the back surface of the board case 207 SG 201 so that the board case 207 SG 201 can be operated without opening the board case 207 SG 201.

Since the board case 207SG201 having the lock switch 207SG051 and the setting changeover switch 207SG052 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to operate the pachinko gaming machine 1 with the frame closed, and a predetermined door key is used. The operation becomes possible by opening the frame for the gaming machine. Further, since the lock switch 207SG051 requires the operation of the setting key owned by the clerk of the amusement park or the like, only the clerk who possesses the setting key can operate the lock switch 207SG051. Further, the lock switch 207SG051 is also a switch capable of executing an ON / OFF switching operation described later by a setting key. In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the mode in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys is illustrated, but these may be shared by one key.

Further, a display monitor 207SG029 capable of displaying a set value and a base value is arranged on the board case 207SG201. The display monitor 207SG029 is connected to the main board 11 and is arranged on the upper part of the board case 207SG201. That is, the display monitor 207SG029 is arranged in front of the main board 11 in the board case 207SG201 when visually recognizing it. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame is not opened, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized is the back surface side of the gaming board 2 when the gaming machine frame is opened. This is the front of the pachinko machine, which is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front surface when visually recognizing the main board 11 and the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment is configured such that the winning probability (ball output rate) of a big hit changes according to a set value. More specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing described later, the winning probability (ball output rate) of the big hit is changed by using the display result judgment table (winning probability) according to the set value. .. The set value consists of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest payout rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the payout rate. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is. In other words, as for the set value, 6 which is the largest value is the most disadvantageous value for the amusement park side, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is the more advantageous value for the amusement park side. Become. If the ball output rate changes according to the set value, for example, the jackpot probability may change depending on the set value, and although the jackpot probability is constant, the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state changes depending on the set value. It may be good (the same applies to the following feature portion 063AK). Further, the set set value is transmitted from the main board 11 side to the effect control board 12 side as a set value designation command (the same applies to the following feature unit 063AK).

8-2 (A) to 8-2 (B) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table corresponding to each set value. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with the MR1 is set. In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as the display result determination table, individual display result determination tables are used for the first special figure and the second special figure, but the present invention is not limited thereto. , The display result determination table common to the first special figure and the second special figure may be used.

As shown in FIG. 8-2 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 1) used when the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1237 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-2 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 1) used when the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1237 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 2) used when the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and 1020 to 1253 of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". Further, when the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1383 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 2) used when the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and 1020 to 1253 of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1383 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 3) used when the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1272 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1429 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 3) used when the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1272 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1429 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 4) used when the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1292 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1487 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-5 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 4) used when the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the game state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1292 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". Further, when the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1487 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 4) used when the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the game state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1317 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". Further, when the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1556 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 5) used when the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1317 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". When the game state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1556 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure (set value 6) used when the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, the game state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". Further, when the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1674 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As shown in FIG. 8-7 (B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure (set value 4) used when the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, the gaming state. Is a numerical value that can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535 when is in a normal state or a time saving state, and among the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing". Further, when the gaming state is a probable change state, among the above-mentioned hit determination values, 1020 to 1674 are assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and others. The numerical range of is assigned to "out of place".

As described above, in each display result determination table, when the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability state), more judgment values are set than when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). It is assigned to the special figure display result of "big hit". As a result, in the probabilistic state (high probability state) in which the probability change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is controlled as a "big hit" in the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Probability to be determined (in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, 1/300 when the set value is 1, 1/280 when the set value is 2, 1/260 when the set value is 3, and the setting). Compared to 1/240 when the value is 4, 1/220 when the set value is 5, and 1/200 when the set value is 6, the special figure display result is set as "big hit" and controlled to the big hit game state. Then, the probability of being determined becomes high (in the feature portion 048AK of the present embodiment, 1/200 when the set value is 1, 1/180 when the set value is 2, and 1 / when the set value is 3). 160, 1/140 when the set value is 4, 1/120 when the set value is 5, 1/100 when the set value is 6). That is, in each display result determination table, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state (high probability state), the probability that it is determined to control to the big hit gaming state as compared with the normal state or the time saving state. Is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state so that the determination value becomes high.

In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 to 8-7, the multiplying factor of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state is different according to each set value. Different (for example, if the setting value is 1, the probability change of the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.5 times, and if the setting value is 2, the probability change with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.5 times. The multiplier of the jackpot probability in the state is about 1.56 times, and if the set value is 3, the multiplier of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.625 times). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the multiplication factor of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state at each set value is constant (for example, 5 times). ) May be set.

Further, in each first special figure display result determination table, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the same regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned as follows. Specifically, FIGS. 8-2 (A), 8-3 (A), 8-4 (A), 8-5 (A), 8-6 (A), 8-7 (FIG. 8-7). As shown in A), in the display result determination table for the first special figure, there is a probability that the special figure display result is determined to be controlled to the small hit game state as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. It is set to 1/200.

On the other hand, in each display result determination table for the second special figure, the probability that the special figure display result is determined to be controlled to the small hit game state as a "small hit" is the first special regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned so that the values are the same as those in the display result judgment table for figures. Specifically, FIGS. 8-2 (B), 8-3 (B), 8-4 (B), 8-5 (B), 8-6 (B), 8-7 (FIG. 8-7). As shown in B), in the display result determination table for the second special figure, there is a probability that the special figure display result is determined to be controlled to the small hit game state as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. It is set to 1/100.

It should be noted that the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probabilities determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit gaming state are the same regardless of the set value. The present invention is not limited to this, and the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit gaming state may be different depending on the set value. Further, the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state by setting the special map display result as a "small hit" according to the variable special map is different. The invention is not limited to this, and the probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state with the special map display result as a "small hit" may be the same probability regardless of the variable special map.

Here, focusing on the numerical range of the hit judgment values assigned to the "big hit" and the "small hit" in each display result judgment table, as shown in FIG. 8-8, the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. In the case, in the display result determination table for the first special figure, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit determination values is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot determination values for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value. ..

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of the set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the setting value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the setting value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the setting value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the setting value 5. , The setting value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). go.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit judgment values is to judge the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1346 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33094 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-9, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is in the probable change state, the range from 1020 to 1346 of the hit determination values is irrespective of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of the set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is a range of 1347 to 1383 for the setting value 2, a range of 1347 to 1429 for the setting value 3, a range of 1347 to 1487 for the setting value 4, and a range of 1347 to 1556 for the setting value 5. , The setting value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the probable change state, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to the "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical range of the big hit judgment values is set. Numerical values within the range including the non-common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). go.

In the first special figure display result determination table when the game state is the probable change state, the hit determination value is the same as in the first special figure display result determination table when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33094 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit determination value is 32767 to 33094 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit determination value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit determination value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As shown in FIG. 8-10, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit determination values is irrespective of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of the set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the setting value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the setting value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the setting value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the setting value 5. , The setting value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). go.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is to determine the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1346 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit determination value is 32767 to 33421 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit determination value in a numerical range different from the range of the large hit determination value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-11, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is in the probable change state, the range from 1020 to 1346 of the hit determination values is irrespective of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to the "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of the set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is a range of 1347 to 1383 for the setting value 2, a range of 1347 to 1429 for the setting value 3, a range of 1347 to 1487 for the setting value 4, and a range of 1347 to 1556 for the setting value 5. , The setting value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for FIG. 2 when the gaming state is the probable change state, when the set value is 1, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535. Of the judgment values, only the values in the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the big hit judgment values are not in the common numerical range. Numerical values within the range including the common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability increases as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value for the jackpot determination value (big hit reference value). go.

In the second special figure display result determination table when the game state is the probable change state, the hit determination value is the same as in the second special figure display result determination table when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33421 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit determination value is 32767 to 33421 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit determination value in a numerical range different from the range of the large hit determination value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As described above, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, in each display result determination table, the hit determination value 1020 is used as a reference regardless of the game state and the set value. The judgment value included in the common numerical range or the continuous numerical range of 1 consisting of the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range is set as the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, and the hit judgment is made regardless of the game state and the set value. The variable display result is determined by using the determination value included in a continuous numerical range of 1 (common numerical range) with the value 32767 as a reference as the numerical range of the small hit determination value.

Further, in each of these display result determination tables, when the fluctuation special figures are the same, the numerical range of the small hit determination value is the same regardless of the gaming state (the number of determination values included in the numerical range of the small hit determination value is the same. Same). Further, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value differs depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure (small in the display result judgment table for the first special figure). While the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the hit judgment value is 328, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the display result judgment table for the second special figure is about 655. On the other hand, the numerical range of the small hit determination value itself is set with 32767 as a reference value (small hit reference value).

Further, as described above, in each gaming state, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, there is a probability that it is determined that the special figure display result is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as the "big hit". Judgment values are assigned so that the lower the value and the larger the value of the set value, the higher the probability that the special figure display result will be determined to be controlled to the big hit gaming state as "big hit" (big hit probability: set value 6> set value). 5> Setting value 4> Setting value 3> Setting value 2> Setting value 1).

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and when the value of MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the jackpot, the CPU 103 hits the jackpot (big hit) with respect to the special symbol. It is decided to make A to big hit F). Further, when MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hit, it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. That is, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIGS. 8-2 (A) to 8-7 (B) indicates the probability of a big hit (ratio) and the probability of a small hit (ratio). Further, determining whether or not to make a big hit means determining whether or not to control the big hit gaming state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state, but the stop in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In the present embodiment, a total of 6 setting values, 1 to 6, are provided as setting values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine is not limited to this. The set value that can be set to 1 may be 5 or less or 7 or more.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player (the jackpot probability increases and the jackpot C as the jackpot type is more likely to be determined). The present invention is not limited to this, and the smaller the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the more advantageous the player may be. Further, the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the jackpot probability changes according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the game playability itself does not change. The game is not limited to this, and the playability may be changed according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

For example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320 and the probability change state is 65%, which is the game property (so-called probability change loop type). When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and the gaming ball is a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 during the jackpot game. While controlling the game state after the end of the big hit game to a probabilistic state based on passing through, the game property (so-called V) in which the ratio of the game ball passing through the predetermined switch during the big hit game is different according to the fluctuation special map. Probability variation type), and when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, the jackpot probability is 1/320 and the small hit probability is 1/50, and the game is played during high base (during time reduction control). It may be a game property (so-called 1 type 2 type mixed type) in which the ball is controlled to a big hit gaming state based on passing through a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7. Further, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 1 to 3, the game playability is the same, but the jackpot probability and the jackpot probability are higher than when these set values are any of 1 to 3. A setting may be provided in which the number of prize balls that can be obtained during the big hit game is small while the small hit probability is high (for example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 4 to 6). ..

Further, in this way, when the playability is changed according to the set value, a common switch may be used for different purposes. Specifically, when the set value is 1 to 3, a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is used as an effect switch (to execute a predetermined effect each time the game ball passes through a predetermined area. When the set value is 4 to 6, the predetermined switch is used as a game switch (to control the game state to a probabilistic state or a jackpot game state based on the fact that the game ball has passed the predetermined switch). It may be used as a switch).

Next, the jackpot type in the feature portion 048AK of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-12. FIG. 8-12 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot type determination table. In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as the big hit type in the first special figure and the second special figure, high accuracy control and time saving control are executed after the end of the big hit game, and the big hit shifts to the high accuracy high base state. The jackpot types from A to jackpot F (also called probabilistic jackpot) are set. As shown in the figure, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, once a big hit is made, 100% probability variation control is performed. It should be noted that, in either or both of the first special figure and the second special figure, only the time saving control is executed after the end of the big hit game state, and the big hit G (also referred to as a non-probable variable big hit) shifts to the low probability high base state. The jackpot type of the jackpot H and the jackpot type of the jackpot H whose probability variation control continues (that is, does not end depending on the number of times) may be set until the next jackpot. Further, there may be a jackpot type in which neither high accuracy control nor time saving control is executed after the jackpot game is completed.

The jackpot game state by "big hit A" is a normally open jackpot that is repeatedly executed four times (so-called four rounds) in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is changed to the first state that is advantageous to the player, and is a "big hit". The jackpot game state by "B" is a normal open jackpot in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed eight times (so-called eight rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state advantageous to the player. Further, the big hit game state by "big hit C" is a normal open big hit in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed twice (so-called two rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player (so-called two rounds). It is a so-called "probability" jackpot). Further, the big hit game state by "big hit D" is a normal open big hit in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed five times (so-called 5 rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player. The big hit game state by the "big hit E" is a normal open big hit in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed 10 times (so-called 10 rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state advantageous to the player. Further, the big hit game state by the "big hit F" is a normal open big hit in which the special variable winning ball device 7 is repeatedly executed twice (so-called two rounds) to change the special variable winning ball device 7 into the first state which is advantageous for the player (so-called two rounds). It is a so-called "probability" jackpot).

The high-accuracy control and the time-saving control (probability-changing state) executed after the end of the jackpot gaming states of "big hit A" to "big hit F" are performed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot gaming state (features of this embodiment). Part 048AK ends when the special figure game (100 times) is executed, or when the big hit game state is reached before the predetermined number of special figure games are executed. Therefore, when a big hit occurs again, the high-accuracy control and the time saving control are executed again after the end of the big hit gaming state, so that the big hit gaming state continuously occurs without going through the normal state, so-called consecutive villas. It becomes a state.

For example, when a big hit occurs, the ratio of determining the so-called sudden big hit such as the big hit C or the big hit F may be lowered in the order of the set values 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. That is, the ball ejection rate is highest when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, and the ball ejection rate decreases as the set value decreases in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Just do it. In addition to this, the ratio of the jackpot type determined according to the set value may be different. In this case, the higher the set value, the higher the ball output rate for the player. As described above, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the determination ratio of the jackpot type when the variable display result becomes a jackpot differs according to the set value, so that the game entertainment can be improved.

Next, the processing in the game control main processing in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-13 is a flowchart showing an example of processing in the game control main process performed in the game control main process executed by the CPU 103. The processing in the game control main processing is, for example, in the game control main processing shown in FIG. 3, after being set to interrupt prohibition, the stack pointer setting, the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output port, etc. ), It may be executed after the initial setting such as the setting for making the RAM 102 accessible is performed.

When the processing in the game control main processing is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the clear switch is ON, that is, whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 is activated while the clear switch is being operated. (Step S1A). Before the process of step S1A, a process of clearing the RAM clear flag indicating that the RAM clear process has been executed according to a predetermined condition may be performed.

When the clear switch is ON (step S1A; Yes), the RAM clear flag is set (step S2A) and the process proceeds to step S3A. When the clear switch is OFF (step S1A; No), step S2A The process proceeds to step S3A without executing the process of.

In step S3A, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the lock switch is ON (step S3A). When the lock switch is ON (step S3A; Yes), it is further determined whether or not the release sensor is ON (step S4A). When the release sensor is ON, that is, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started with the lock switch ON and the gaming machine frame open (step S4A; Yes), is the RAM clear flag set? It is determined whether or not (step S5A).

When the RAM clear flag is set (step S5A), the set value change process (step S6A) for changing the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed to proceed to the process of step S8A. When the RAM clear flag is not set (step A5A; No), the set value confirmation process (step S7A) for confirming the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed to perform the process of step S8A. move on. If the lock switch is OFF (step S3A; No) or the release sensor is OFF (step S4A; No), the process proceeds to step S8A as it is.

The setting value change process is performed by turning on the lock switch and the clear switch while the gaming machine frame is open when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off (powered off) and then restarted. This is the process to be performed. In the set value change process, a process of transmitting a set value change start notification command to the effect control board 12, a process of updating the content of the address F001 in the RAM 102 as a temporary set value based on the operation of the setting changeover switch, Depending on the state of the lock switch, a process of updating and storing a temporary set value as an actual set value at the address F000 in the RAM 102 and a process of transmitting a set value change end notification command to the effect control board 12 are performed.

In the set value confirmation process, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is once turned off (power cut) and then restarted, the lock switch 207SG051 is turned on (clear switch is off) with the gaming machine frame open. It is a process performed by doing. In the set value confirmation process, a process of transmitting a set value confirmation start notification command to the effect control board 12, display of the set value stored in the address F000 in the RAM 102 is started on the display monitor, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided. The process of outputting a security signal to a management device such as a management computer of a game hall via a terminal board (not shown), the display or the like is terminated according to the state of the lock switch, and the setting is made for the effect control board 12. The process of sending the value confirmation end notification command is performed.

In the set value change process and the set value confirmation process, the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the round indicator are turned on from the start of each process, and the first hold indicator 25A, By starting the second hold display 25B and the blinking of the right-handed lamp, the pachinko game machine 1 is changing or setting the set value from the front side of the pachinko game machine 1 by the player, the clerk of the game hall, or the like. It suffices if it is possible to recognize that the value is being confirmed. Further, the lighting pattern of the segment constituting the round display 1 may be any mode as long as it does not correspond to any of the big hits A to F shown. Further, the segment constituting the round display may be lit in different modes at the start of the set value change process and the start of the set value confirmation process.

In step S8A, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the RAM clear flag is set, that is, whether or not the RAM 102 is cleared (whether or not the RAM clear process (step S9A) is executed) when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started this time. (Step S8A). When the RAM clear flag is set (step S8A; Yes), the RAM clear process (step S9A) is executed and then the process proceeds to step S10A. When the RAM clear flag is not set (step S8A; No), the RAM is cleared. The process proceeds to step S10A without executing the process (step S9A). Then, as another process, for example, depending on whether or not the RAM clear flag is set, the CPU 103 recovers whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 has started in the cold start or in the state before the power failure (starts in the hot start). ), Performs processing according to each (step S10A), and ends the processing in the game control main processing.

In the RAM clear processing, data other than the set value and the RAM clear flag are cleared by storing "00H" in an address other than the first address (F000) in which the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stored. Processing is done. In the RAM clear processing, instead of clearing data other than the set value, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a cold start, a predetermined address of the RAM 102 (address F000 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment). It may be possible to clear only the game information stored in (F003 or later of FXXX).

The process of step S10A includes a process of blinking all the segments constituting the display monitor for a period (for example, 5 seconds) of the cold start notification timer at the time of calling and starting the pachinko gaming machine 1. In addition, only a part of the segments may be blinked, or at least a part of all the segments constituting the display monitor may be turned on. Further, in the processing in the game control main processing, for example, based on the fact that an abnormal setting value is stored in the RAM 102 (setting value abnormality error), the recovery from the power failure during the setting change, and the like. A process of transmitting an error designation command according to an abnormality of the set value to the effect control board 12 may be included. Further, as a notification (error notification) of the occurrence of an abnormal setting value error or recovery from a power failure during setting change, the first display unit, the second display unit, the third display unit, and the fourth display that constitute the display monitor are displayed. A process of displaying "E." may be performed in each of the sections. Further, the CPU 103 blinks all the LEDs constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and manages the game hall via a terminal board (not shown) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. A security signal is output to a management device such as a computer, and thereafter, the CPU 103 displays until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off (until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off by the operation of a pachinko gaming machine clerk or the like). The occurrence notification of an error may be executed by the monitor, the first special symbol display device 4A, and the second special symbol display device 4B.

According to this, an error due to the display monitor, the first special symbol display device 4A, and the second special symbol display device 4B when an abnormal set value is set or when the setting value is changed and the power is restored from the power failure. Since the occurrence notification of the above is executed, the clerk of the game hall can recognize that the error has occurred from both the front side and the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and that the pachinko machine 1 has recovered from the power failure while changing the set value. Will be. In addition, the occurrence of an error in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the recovery from the power failure during the change of the set value can be recognized by the management device of the game hall, so that the security of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be improved. Become.

FIG. 8-14 (A) is a flowchart showing an example of a process executed in the process of step S101 of FIG. 5 as a winning random number value determination process. When the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started in the feature unit 048AK, the special symbol display result (variable display of the special symbol) is performed by the special symbol normal processing (step S110 in FIG. 5, FIG. 8-15) described later. The result) is set as "big hit" to determine whether to control the big hit gaming state, and the special figure display result is set to "small hit" to determine whether to control the small hit gaming state. On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes this winning random value determination process at the timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening or second starting winning opening). , It is determined whether or not it is determined that the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the special symbol display result, and whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the predetermined display mode accompanied by super reach. .. As a result, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit before the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started, that is, at the start of the variable display. It is determined whether the special figure display result is "big hit" or "small hit" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the variable display mode of which category, and based on this judgment result. Then, as will be described later, the effect control CPU 120 or the like will execute a look-ahead advance notice effect such as a hold display advance notice effect.

In the winning random number value determination process shown in FIGS. 8-14, the CPU 103 first checks the state of the time saving flag and the probability change flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 207SG152 or the like, thereby performing the pachinko gaming machine 1. The current gaming state is specified (207SGS521). The CPU 103 identifies that it is in the probabilistic state when the probabilistic flag is on, specifies that it is in the time saving state when the probabilistic flag is off and the time saving flag is on, and both the probabilistic flag and the time saving flag are off. Sometimes it is sufficient to specify that it is in a normal state.

Following the processing of the 207SGS521, the CPU 103 refers to the first address in the RAM 102 (see FIG. 8-14 (B)) and specifies the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (207SGS522). Next, the special figure display result determination table according to the current gaming state, the start opening buffer value, and the set value is selected and set (207SGS524). After that, in the variable display result determination module (207SGS525) shown in FIGS. 8-16, a process of determining whether the special figure display result is "big hit", "small hit", or "missing" is performed.

As shown in FIG. 8-16, in the variable display result determination module, the CPU 103 is a numerical value indicating a numerical range of the jackpot determination value in the set special figure display result determination table and a random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. It is compared with the data (207SGS571), and it is determined whether or not the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the predetermined jackpot determination range (207SGS571). At this time, by determining that the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range, it can be determined that the variable display result based on the reserved data including the random number value MR1 is determined as "big hit".

When it is determined by the 207SGS572 that it is within the jackpot determination range (207SGS572; Y), it is determined that the jackpot is a jackpot in the variable display (207SGS576). On the other hand, when it is determined by the 207SGS572 that it is not within the jackpot determination range, that is, when it is determined that the jackpot is not a jackpot in the variable display (207SGS572; N), the small hit determination in the set special figure display result determination table is made. The numerical range of the value is compared with the numerical data indicating the specified random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result (207SGS573), and the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is the predetermined small hit determination range. It is determined whether or not it is within (207SGS574).

When it is determined that the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 is within the predetermined small hit determination range (207SGS574; Y), it is determined that the numerical data is a small hit in the variable display (207SGS577). On the other hand, when it is determined by the 207SGS574 that it is not within the small hit determination range, that is, when it is determined that the small hit is not obtained in the variable display (207SGS574; N), it is determined that the variable display is out of alignment (207SGS575). ).

Returning to FIG. 8-14 (A), it is confirmed by the 207SGS575 whether or not it is determined to be a big hit in the variable display (207SGS526), and when it is determined not to be a big hit (207SGS526; N), in the variable display in the 207SGS525. If it is confirmed whether or not it is determined to be a small hit (207SGS527), and if it is determined that it is not a small hit, that is, if it is determined that the variable display is out of alignment (207SGS526; N), the variable display result is "out of alignment". The transmission setting of the first symbol designation command, which is the symbol designation command corresponding to the above, is executed (207SGS527a), and whether or not the time saving flag is set, that is, whether or not the current gaming state is the time saving state. (207SGS528).

When it is determined by the 207SGS526 that a big hit is obtained in the variable display (207SGS526; Y), the big hit type is determined based on the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type and the big hit type determination table (207SGS533). At this time, the CPU 103 responds to the fluctuation special figure (“first special figure” corresponding to “1” or “second special figure” corresponding to “2”) specified corresponding to the start port buffer value. , Select the jackpot type determination table data from the table data that constitutes the jackpot type determination table. Then, by referring to the selected jackpot type determination table data, it is determined which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is determined.

Further, a symbol designation command according to the determined jackpot type, that is, a second symbol designation command when the jackpot A is a jackpot B, a third symbol designation command when the jackpot B is a jackpot B, and a fourth symbol designation command when the jackpot C is a jackpot C. Execute the transmission setting of the symbol designation command, the 5th symbol designation command when it is a jackpot D, the 6th symbol designation command when it is a jackpot E, and the 7th symbol designation command when it is a jackpot F (207SGS534). ), Then, as a table for determining the jackpot variation pattern, a jackpot variation pattern determination table corresponding to the jackpot type is selected and set (207SGS535), and the process proceeds to 207SGS536.

Further, when the 207SGS527 determines that a small hit is obtained in the variable display (207SGS527; Y), the transmission setting of the eighth symbol designation command, which is a symbol designation command corresponding to the variable display result being a "small hit". (207SGS531), select and set the variation pattern determination table for small hits (207SGS532), and proceed to 207SGS536.

If the time reduction flag is not set in 207SGS528 (207SGS528; N), the deviation pattern determination table A is selected and set (207SGS529), and if the time reduction flag is set (207SGS528; Y). ), The deviation pattern determination table D is selected and set (207SGS530). The deviation pattern determination table A is an deviation variation pattern determination table used when the number of reserved storages is 2 or less. Further, the deviation pattern determination table D is an deviation variation pattern determination table used when the gaming state is a high base state in which the time saving control is executed.

In addition, in this feature unit 048AK, in addition to these deviation pattern determination tables A and deviation pattern determination tables D, the deviation pattern determination used when the total number of pending storages is 2 to 4. Table B and the deviation pattern determination table C used when the total number of pending storages is 5 or more are prepared in advance, but in the deviation pattern determination table A, the non-reach variation pattern is used. On the other hand, in the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take, 1 to 450 when the set value 1 is 1, 1 to 430 when the set value is 2, and 1 to 1 when the set value is 3. 410, when the set value is 4, 1 to 390 is assigned, when the set value is 5, 1 to 370 is assigned, and when the set value is 6, 1 to 350 are assigned.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table B, for the non-reach variation pattern, the set value is 1 to 500 when the set value is 1 in the range that the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination can take. 2 is 1 to 480, 3 is 1 to 460, 4 is 1 to 440, 5 is 1 to 420, and 6 is 1 to 1. 400 are assigned to each.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table C and the deviation pattern determination table D, when the set value is 1 in the range that the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination can take for the non-reach variation pattern. 1 to 550, 1 to 530 when the setting value is 2, 1 to 510 when the setting value is 3, 1 to 490 when the setting value is 4, 1 to 470 when the setting value is 5, and setting. When the value is 6, 1 to 450 are assigned respectively.

On the other hand, in any of the deviation pattern determination tables, 701 to 997 of the range that the random value MR3 for motion pattern determination can take for the fluctuation pattern of super reach is assigned regardless of the set value. There is.

Therefore, in the 207SGS529, by determining the variation pattern using the deviation pattern determination table A or the deviation pattern determination table D, the non-reach and super reach determinations are performed by changing the reserved storage number after the determination. Is always a non-reach or super reach variation pattern, so in the determination at the start winning, the variation pattern is determined using the deviation pattern determination table A or the deviation pattern determination table D. ..

After executing any of the processes of 207SGS529, 207SGS530, 207SGS532, and 207SGS535, the variation pattern determination table set in each of these steps and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination are used to perform disturbance. A variation category according to a range of determination values including the numerical value MR3 is determined (207SGS536). In this feature unit 048AK, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (B), when at least the variable display result is “off”, the variable display mode is “non-reach” in common regardless of the total number of reserved storages. Variable category, variable category that is a variable display mode of "super reach", variable category that is a variable display mode other than "non-reach" and "super reach" (for example, normal reach and small hit), and "other" variable category. It suffices if it is possible to determine whether or not such a variation category is determined based on the random number value MR3.

After that, after setting for transmitting the variation category designation command according to the determination result by the processing of 207SGS536 to the effect control board 12 (207SGS537), the random number value determination processing at the time of winning is terminated. The symbol designation command and the variation category designation command are transmitted by the CPU 103 executing the command control process.

FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S110 of FIG. 5 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal processing shown in FIGS. 8-15, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure reserved storage number is “0” (207SGS541). The second special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. For example, in the process of 207SGS541, the second reserved storage number count value stored in the game control counter setting unit 207SG154 may be read out, and it may be determined whether or not the read value is “0”.

When the second special figure hold storage number is other than "0" in the 207SGS541 (207SGS541; N), as the hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit 207SG151B corresponding to the hold number "1". , The numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out and specified (207SGS542). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the processing of the 207SGS542, the second special figure holding storage number and the total holding storage number are decremented by 1 by subtracting 1 from the second special figure holding storage count value and the total holding storage count value. The data in the second special figure reservation storage unit 207SG151B is updated. Specifically, the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the second special figure hold storage unit 207SG151B are stored. The indicated pending data is shifted upward one entry at a time (207SGS543).

After that, after updating the variable special map designated buffer value, which is the stored value of the variable special map designated buffer, to "2" (207SGS544), the process shifts to 207SGS549.

On the other hand, when the second special figure reserved storage number is "0" in 207SGS541 (207SGS541; Y), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved storage number is "0" (207SGS545). The first special figure hold storage number is the hold storage number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. For example, in the processing of the 207SGS545, the game control counter setting unit 207SG154 reads the first hold storage number count value stored in the first hold storage number counter, and determines whether or not the read value is "0". good. As described above, the process of 207SGS545 is executed when it is determined by 207SGS541 that the number of reserved second special figure is "0", and whether or not the number of reserved first special figure is "0". Is determined. As a result, the special figure game using the second special figure is started to be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure.

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

When the number of the first special figure hold storage is other than "0" in the 207SGS545 (207SGS545; N), as the hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A corresponding to the hold number "1". , The numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern are read out and specified (207SGS546). The numerical data read at this time may be stored in, for example, a random number buffer for fluctuation and temporarily stored.

Following the processing of the 207SGS546, the first special figure holding storage number and the total holding storage number are decremented by 1 by subtracting 1 from the first special figure holding storage count value and the total holding storage count value and updating. The data of the first special figure reservation storage unit 207SG151A is updated. Specifically, the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number "1" (for example, the entries corresponding to the hold numbers "2" to "4") in the first special figure hold storage unit 207SG151A are stored. The indicated pending data is shifted upward one entry at a time (207SGS547).

After that, after updating the variable special map designated buffer value, which is the stored value of the variable special map designated buffer, to "1" (207SGS548), the process shifts to 207SGS549.

In the 207SGS549, for example, the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified by checking the states of the time saving flag and the probability change flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 207SG152 or the like (207SGS549). The CPU 103 identifies that it is in the probabilistic state when the probabilistic flag is on, specifies that it is in the time saving state when the probabilistic flag is off and the time saving flag is on, and both the probabilistic flag and the time saving flag are off. Sometimes it is sufficient to specify that it is in a normal state.

Following the processing of the 207SGS549, the CPU 103 refers to the start address of the RAM 102 and specifies the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (207SGS550).

Next, the CPU 103 refers to the game information stored in the RAM 102, and determines whether or not the determination used set value is stored (207SGS551). When it is determined that the determination used setting value is stored (207SGS551: Y), the setting value specified by the 207SGS550 is compared with the stored determination used setting value (207SGS552), and the specified setting value is compared. It is determined whether or not the determined used set value stored in the above is the same (207SGS553).

If it is determined in the 207SGS553 that the specified set value and the stored determination used set value are not the same (207SGS553: N), an error specification command corresponding to the abnormality of the set value is issued to the effect control board 12. While making settings for transmission (207SGS554), a security signal is output to a management device such as a management computer of the game hall via a terminal board (not shown) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (207SGS555), and a loop is performed. Enter the process. After that, since the CPU 103 does not execute other processing, the pachinko gaming machine becomes in a non-gaming state (non-gaming state) by the loop processing. The error specification command is transmitted when the CPU 103 executes a command control process.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment is stored in the set value (determined used set value) referred to when the previous variable display is executed and the current head address of the RAM 102. When the set values are different, the management device of the game hall can recognize that the determined used set value and the set value currently stored in the first address of the RAM 102 are different, so that the pachinko game can be played. The security of the machine 1 can be improved.

In addition, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the embodiment in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to be in a non-gamable state by executing the loop processing and not executing other processing is exemplified. The CPU 103 is not limited to the above, and the CPU 103 performs processing such as limiting the launch of the game ball, and not paying out the prize ball or variablely displaying the special symbol even if the game ball wins at each winning opening. By executing the pachinko gaming machine 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be controlled to be in a non-gaming state.

Further, in the special symbol normal processing of the feature unit 048AK, it is regarded as an abnormality that the determined used set value and the set value currently stored in the head address of the RAM 102 are different, and the abnormality is detected in the management device of the amusement park. Although the recognizable form is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the display monitor 207SG029, the first special symbol display device 4A, and the second special symbol display device 4B may be blinked or ". By displaying "E.", the abnormality may be notified to the player, the clerk of the game hall, or the like.

Further, in the special symbol normal processing of the feature unit 048AK, if the determined used set value and the set value currently stored in the head address of the RAM 102 are different, the error designation command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 and the game is played. The embodiment in which the output of the security signal to the field management device is executed only once is illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the transmission of these error specification commands and the output of the security signal are exemplified. May be repeatedly executed at predetermined period intervals in the above-mentioned non-gaming state.

Further, in the special symbol normal processing of the feature unit 048AK, if the determined used setting value and the setting value currently stored in the head address of the RAM 102 are different, the CPU 103 puts the pachinko gaming machine 1 into a non-gaming state. Although the mode to be controlled is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the determined used setting value and the setting value currently stored in the first address of the RAM 102 are different, the CPU 103 performs a pachinko game. It is not necessary to control the machine 1 so that it cannot be played.

Further, when the determination used setting value and the setting value currently stored in the head address of the RAM 102 are different and the CPU 103 does not control the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the inoperable state, for example, the game field. Only the output of the security signal to the management device of the above may be executed, or the set value stored in the start address of the RAM 102 may be reset and specified. When resetting the set value stored in the start address of the RAM 102, for example, the determined used set value may be stored in the start address of the RAM 102, which is the most disadvantageous value for the player (this). By setting 1) in the feature unit 048AK of the embodiment, it may be possible to prevent the pachinko gaming machine 1 from being excessively advantageous to the player against the intention of the game hall.

Judgment in 207SGS551 When it is determined that the used set value is not stored, that is, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 starts with a cold start and executes the first variable display (207SGS5511: N) or the set value specified in 207SGS553. If it is determined that the determined used set value stored in the above is the same (207SGS553: Y), the special figure display result determination table according to the current gaming state, the start opening buffer value, and the set value is selected. And set (207SGS556). After that, the same processing as that executed in the variable display result determination module in the 207SGS525 shown in FIG. 8-14 (A), that is, the processing of 207SGS571 to 207SGS557 shown in FIG. 8-16 is performed (207SGS557).

Subsequently, it was confirmed whether or not the 207SGS557 determined to be a big hit in the variable display (207SGS558), and when it was determined that the variable display was not a big hit (207SGS558; N), whether or not the 207SGS557 determined to be a small hit in the variable display. Is confirmed (207SGS559).

When the 207SGS558 determines that a big hit will occur in the variable display (207SGS558; Y), the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 207SG152 is set to the ON state (207SGS561). At this time, the jackpot type determination table shown in FIGS. 8-12 (A) and 8-12 (B) is selected and set as a table to be used for determining the jackpot type to one of a plurality of types (207SGS562). By referring to the jackpot type determination table set in this way, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for jackpot type determination stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation, and "big hit A" to "big hit F" in the jackpot type determination table. It is determined which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is to be according to the determination ratio shown in the figure according to which of the determination values assigned to each jackpot type of the above is matched (207SGS563).

By determining the jackpot type in the processing of the 207SGS563, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state can be changed to either a time-saving state or a probabilistic state in which the player has a higher advantage than the time-saving state. Whether to control is decided before the definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting the jackpot type buffer value which is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 207SG155 (207SGS564), the determined jackpot type can be selected. Remember. As an example, the jackpot type may be set to "1" to "6" in response to "big hit A" to "big hit F".

On the other hand, when the 207SGS559 determines that a small hit is obtained in the variable display (207SGS559; Y), the process proceeds to 207SGS560 and the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 207SG152 is set to the ON state (207SGS560). ..

On the other hand, if the 207SGS559 does not determine that a small hit is obtained in the variable display, that is, if the variable display is out of alignment (207SGS559; N), the process proceeds to 207SGS565.

In the 207SGS565, whether or not to control the big hit game state (whether or not the big hit flag is set) is determined in advance, and whether or not to control the small hit game state (whether or not the big hit flag is set). In addition, a definite special symbol is set according to the pre-determined result of the above, and further, the determined result of the jackpot type in the case of the jackpot gaming state. As an example, a special symbol indicating the "-" symbol, which is an outlier symbol, is set as the finalized special symbol in response to the pre-determined result that the special symbol display result is "out of place". Further, when the 207SGS558 determines that the special figure display result is "big hit", for example, when the big hit type in 207SGS563 is "big hit A", a special symbol indicating the number "1" is confirmed. Set to. When the jackpot type is "big hit B", the special symbol indicating the number "3" is set as the confirmed special symbol. Further, when the special figure display result is determined to be "small hit" by 207SGS559 (when the small hit flag is set in 207SGS560), the special figure display result is set to "small hit" in advance. Corresponding to the determination result, the special symbol indicating the symbol "2" which is the small hit symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. It should be noted that these confirmed special symbols are examples, and other confirmed special symbols may be set, or a plurality of types of symbols may be set as confirmed special symbols.

After setting the confirmed special symbol in 207SGS565, the set value specified in 207SGS553 is updated and stored in the RAM 102 as the determined used set value (207SGS566), and then the value of the special figure process flag is set to the value corresponding to the fluctuation pattern setting process. After updating to "1" (207SGS567), the special symbol normal processing is terminated.

If the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure is "0" in the 207SGS545 (207SGS545; Y), after the predetermined demo display setting is made (207SGS568), the special symbol is normal. End the process. 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 the customer waiting demo designation command 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.

Since the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment stores the determined used setting value as one of the game information in the RAM 102, the first variable is performed when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by cold start. Although the embodiment in which the judgment used setting value does not exist when the display is executed is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, the judgment used setting value is cleared by the RAM clear process in the RAM 102. By storing in the area that is not set, even if the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by cold start, it is determined when the first variable display is executed. The used setting value and the setting stored in the first address of the RAM 102. The values (set values set in the pachinko gaming machine 1) may be made comparable.

In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-14 and 8-15, a mode of determining a variable display result by using a variable display result determination module that executes common processing is exemplified. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variable display result determination module is provided with a setting value specified by the CPU 103 (a setting value stored in the first address of the RAM 102) and a determination used setting value. Control the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the game stop state when the processing to be compared (207SGS551 to 207SGS553 shown in FIGS. 8-15) and the setting value specified by the CPU 103 as the processing result do not match the determined used setting value. Processing (207SGS554 to 207SGS555) and the like may be included. By doing so, even when the random number value determination process at the time of winning is executed, the process of comparing the set value specified by the CPU 103 with the determined used set value and the process of comparing the set value specified by the CPU 103 with the determined use are used. Since the process of controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the game stop state can be executed when the set values do not match, the security of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be further improved.

Next, the processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 will be described.

FIG. 8-17 is a flowchart showing an example of a process (process in the pre-reading notice setting process) performed in the pre-reading notice setting process in step S161 of FIG. 7. In the process in the look-ahead advance notice setting process shown in FIG. 8-17, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a new start winning command has been received this time (step 048AKS001). If no new start winning command is received (step 048AKS001; No), the look-ahead notice is not executed, so the process in the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated.

When a new start winning command is received (step 048AKS001; Yes), it is determined whether the hold display number corresponding to the newly received start winning command is "1" (step 048AKS002). When the hold display number corresponding to the start winning command received in is "1" (step 048AKS002; Yes), the process in the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if the hold display number corresponding to the newly received start winning command is not "1" (in the case of "2" to "4") (step 048AKS002; No), the execution prohibition condition of the look-ahead notice is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the command is performed (step 048AKS003). The execution prohibition condition is a condition for prohibiting the execution of the look-ahead notice, and here, the winning judgment result specification command included in the newly received start winning command specifies "no judgment". When, that is, when there is a judgment other than "non-reach" in the variable display executed before the target (check the contents of the start winning command buffer and hold the display number corresponding to the newly received start winning command. When each winning judgment result specification command of the previous hold display number or the newly received start winning command is the first starting winning command, each winning command stored in the second starting winning command buffer This is a condition that is satisfied when there is a command that specifies a winning judgment result (judgment result equal to or higher than reach) other than "non-reach" in the judgment result specification command. The execution prohibition condition is also satisfied when it is already determined to execute the look-ahead chance eye in the variable display executed before the target (when the look-ahead chance eye flag described later is in the ON state). As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from being confused by preventing the look-ahead chances for a plurality of targets from being executed. In addition to this, the look-ahead chance may be executed when the target is reach or higher. In addition, executing the look-ahead chance eye means executing the look-ahead notice effect by displaying the look-ahead chance eye.

When the execution prohibition condition of the look-ahead notice is satisfied (step 048AKS003; Yes), the process in the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when the execution prohibition condition of the look-ahead notice is not satisfied (step 048AKS003; No), it is determined whether or not the look-ahead chance is executed (step 048AKS004). Specifically, in step 048AKS004, according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. 8-18, whether or not to execute the look-ahead chance eye according to the winning determination result, and the type of the look-ahead chance eye when executing is determined. In the feature unit 048AK, as shown in FIG. 8-18, any one of "no execution", "look-ahead chance A", and "look-ahead chance B" is determined by the determined determination ratio shown in the figure. The look-ahead chance eye is an effect executed as a look-ahead notice, and the variable display of the decorative symbol executed before the target (when multiple variable displays are executed, each of the multiple variable displays) is variable display. As a result, it is an effect of deriving and displaying a predetermined chance eye (a non-reach chance eye when the reach is not established in the variable display).

In the feature unit 048AK, two types of look-ahead chance eyes are prepared, one is "look-ahead chance eye A" and the other is "look-ahead chance eye B". "Look-ahead chance A" and "look-ahead chance B" have different target jackpot expectations and different chances to stop (as shown in Fig. 8-18, look-ahead chance A is "234". The predetermined chance is stopped, and in the look-ahead chance B, the predetermined chance of "345" is stopped.). It should be noted that the decorative pattern may be made to emit light when the chance eye is stopped. In this case, the two are distinguished by using different emission colors for the "look-ahead chance eye A" and the "look-ahead chance eye B". You may try to do it. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the jackpot expectation is higher when the "look-ahead chance B" is executed than when the "look-ahead chance A" is executed.

In addition to this, for example, the determination ratio of the display result derived and displayed as the look-ahead chance may be different depending on the set value. For example, in the case where the look-ahead chance eye is configured by the combination of odd decorative symbols such as 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9, the combination of "315" (Saikou) is the look-ahead chance only when the set value is "6". It may be derived and displayed as an eye. Further, for example, in the case of a low setting, a combination in which the middle symbol and the right symbol have the same number, such as "133", "155", "377", etc., is derived and displayed as a look-ahead chance eye. (In addition, since the middle symbol and the right symbol have the same number in the predetermined display described later, in that case, one of them is referred to as the middle symbol so that the look-ahead chance eye and the predetermined display can be distinguished. Instead of the right symbol, the left symbol and the middle symbol may have the same number), and if the setting is high, the look-ahead chances are the same, such as "135", "357", and "379". It is also possible to increase the ratio of derivation and display of so-called combinations that do not include numbers. That is, the set value may be suggested according to the type of the pre-reading chance eye that is derived and displayed (the pre-reading chance eye may include the setting suggestion effect).

After returning to FIG. 8-17 and executing the process of step 048AKS004, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined to execute the look-ahead chance eye (step 048AKS005). When the look-ahead chance eye is not executed (step 048AKS005; No), the process in the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated. When executing the look-ahead chance eye (step 048AKS005; Yes), after setting the look-ahead chance eye flag indicating that the look-ahead chance eye is executed to the on state (step 048AKS006), the process in the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated. .. The look-ahead chance eye flag may be provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

In addition, for example, a hold display notice effect is performed for the hold of the target of the look-ahead chance so that the player can visually recognize which is the target of the look-ahead chance, and the target of the look-ahead chance is. The display mode of the hold display may be changed to a mode different from the normal mode. That is, when the look-ahead chance eye is executed, the hold display notice effect may be executed at the same time. In addition to the look-ahead chance, the hold display notice may be executed.

FIG. 8-19 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed by the feature unit 048AK. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 8-19, the effect control CPU 120 first reads, for example, the EXT data in the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, so that the special figure display result is “missed”. (Step S521). When it is determined that the special figure display result is "missing" (step S521; Yes), for example, the specified fluctuation pattern is read by reading the EXT data in the fluctuation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11. Determines whether or not is a non-reach variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is "non-reach" (step S522).

If it is determined in step S522 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (step S522; Yes), the look-ahead chance eye, the predetermined display, and the like are used as a combination of the definite decorative symbols that are the final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination. Which of the displays other than the above is derived and displayed is determined by the non-reach loss stop symbol or the like determination process (step 048AKS010).

FIG. 8-20 is a flowchart showing an example of the non-reach loss stop symbol determination process executed in step 048AKS010 of FIG. 8-19. In the process of determining the non-reach loss stop symbol or the like shown in FIG. 8-20, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the look-ahead chance eye flag is set to the ON state (step 048AKS011). When the look-ahead chance eye flag is on (step 048AKS011; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 has a look-ahead chance eye of the type determined in step 048AKS004 of FIG. , And if it is the look-ahead chance B, the corresponding decorative symbol of “345”) is determined as the final stop symbol (step 048AKS012).

After executing the process of step 048AKS012, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variation is one before the variation that is the target of the look-ahead chance (the variation immediately before the target) (step 048AKS013). If it is not the change immediately before the target, the process of determining the non-reach loss stop symbol, etc. is terminated. On the other hand, in the case of the fluctuation immediately before the target (step 048AKS013; Yes), the look-ahead chance eye flag is cleared to the off state (step 048AKS014) so that the look-ahead chance eye is not derived and displayed in the target change. The process of determining the reach loss stop symbol, etc. is completed. In addition, for example, when the look-ahead chance is executed only when the fluctuation of the target is a fluctuation of reach or more (when the look-ahead chance is not executed when the fluctuation of the target is a non-reach fluctuation), the target is executed. The look-ahead chance eye flag may be cleared to the off state at the end of the fluctuation of. In this way, the look-ahead chance eyes are continuously displayed from the time when the look-ahead chance eyes flag is set to the on state to the change immediately before the change of the target. It should be noted that a plurality of fluctuations for displaying the look-ahead chances are prepared in advance as patterns (for example, when the target fluctuation is the fourth fluctuation and the target is changed three times, the first and third look-ahead chances are performed. A pattern for displaying the eyes, a pattern for displaying the look-ahead chances for the second and third times, etc.), and the look-ahead chances may be displayed according to the pattern.

When the look-ahead chance eye flag is off in step 048AKS011 (step 048AKS011; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined display determination process (step 048AKS015). In the feature unit 048AK, as a predetermined display, a combination of some decorative symbols among the fixed decorative symbols of the non-reach combination is displayed at a different ratio according to the set set value, thereby suggesting the set value. Perform setting suggestion effect. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-23, the setting suggestion effect is performed by displaying the definite decorative symbols of the non-reach combinations of types A to C at different ratios according to the set values. Further, the feature unit 048AK performs the predetermined display in the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state.

FIG. 8-21 is a flowchart showing an example of a predetermined display determination process performed in step 048AKS015 of FIG. 8-20. In the predetermined display determination process shown in FIG. 8-21, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the probability variation control is in progress (step 048AKS041). Whether or not the probability change control is in progress may be determined, for example, by reading the EXT data in the game state designation command transmitted from the main board 11. When the probability change control is not in progress (step 048AKS041; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the predetermined display determination process. On the other hand, when the probability change control is in progress (step 048AKS041; Yes), it is determined whether or not the previous flag is on (step 048AKS042). The previous flag is a flag indicating whether or not the predetermined display is displayed in the fluctuation immediately before the fluctuation (previous fluctuation) for which the predetermined display is displayed, and is set in the predetermined area of the RAM 122. It is provided.

When the previous flag is on, that is, when the predetermined display is displayed in the previous fluctuation (step 048AKS042; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the predetermined display determination process. On the other hand, when the previous flag is off (step 048AKS042; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the predetermined display is displayed, that is, whether or not the setting suggestion effect for displaying the predetermined display is executed according to the determination ratio shown in FIGS. 8-22. It is determined (step 048AKS043), and the predetermined display determination process is terminated. As described above, the feature unit 048AK prevents the predetermined display from being continuously displayed by not displaying the predetermined display when the predetermined display is displayed in the previous variation. On the other hand, the look-ahead chance eye, which is an effect that suggests the big hit expectation, is displayed continuously with multiple fluctuations as described above, so it is a setting that suggests the setting value whether it is an effect that suggests the big hit expectation. It makes it easy for the player to recognize whether it is a suggestive effect, and prevents the player from being confused with the look-ahead chance by displaying the predetermined display continuously. In this example, an example of determining whether or not the predetermined display was displayed in the previous fluctuation is shown. For example, the number of consecutive times is counted, and if the number of consecutive times is 2, the predetermined display can be displayed. If it is three times, it may be restricted not to display the predetermined display. Further, the number of times that the predetermined display is continuously displayed may differ depending on the set value that has been set. According to this, the variation of the production increases and the game entertainment can be improved. Hereinafter, executing the setting suggestion effect by displaying the predetermined display is simply referred to as executing the predetermined display.

FIG. 8-25 is a diagram showing a determination ratio for determining whether or not to execute a predetermined display. As shown in the figure, in the feature unit 048AK, whether or not the player is in the so-called consecutive villa state (whether or not the consecutive villa flag described later is on), that is, whether or not it is the first big hit. Depending on the situation, the rate at which the predetermined display is determined to be executed differs. In the illustrated example, the determination ratio is set so that the predetermined display is not executed when the villa is in a row. According to this, it is possible to prevent the set value from being easily guessed by executing the predetermined display in the so-called consecutive villa state, and to attract the attention of the player after the end of the first big hit. Even during the consecutive villas, the predetermined display may be executed at a small rate such as 2%.

After returning to FIG. 8-20 and executing the process of step 048AKS015, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined to execute the predetermined display, that is, whether or not the predetermined display is present (step 048AKS016). When there is a predetermined display (step 048AKS016; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the type of the predetermined display to be executed according to the set value according to the determination ratio shown in FIGS. 8-23 (step 048AKS017).

FIG. 8-23 is a diagram showing a determination ratio for determining the type of predetermined display to be executed. As shown in the figure, in the feature unit 048AK, predetermined displays of types A to C are prepared in advance, a combination of "344" decorative symbols is derived and displayed in type A, and "399" decorative symbols are displayed in type B. The combination of the above is derived and displayed, and in the type C, the combination of the decorative symbols of "577" is derived and displayed. Then, it is suggested that the higher settings are made in the order of type A <type B <type C. In this example, an example suggesting which setting value is used is shown. For example, the setting value has been changed, the setting value is odd or even, and the minimum setting is "1". If it is a suggestion about a set value, such as not being a value, the suggestion may be different. Further, there may be a predetermined display of a type that is displayed only when the set setting value is a high setting. The high setting may be the setting value of the upper half such as 4 to 6 out of 1 to 6, or the upper two such as 5 and 6. The setting value 6 which is the highest setting value is called the highest setting value.

After returning to FIG. 8-20 and executing the process of step 048AKS017, the effect control CPU 120 determines a predetermined display (combination of determined decorative symbols) of the type determined in step 048AKS017 as the final stop symbol (step). 048AKS018). Subsequently, the previous flag is set to the on state (step 048AKS019), the count value provided according to the predetermined display type is added by 1 (step 048AKS020), and then the non-reach loss stop symbol determination process is terminated. The count value provided according to the type of the predetermined display is the count value provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the predetermined display of the type A to the type C is displayed during the probable change state (only when it is not in the continuous villa state). It is for counting the number of times displayed. In step 048AKS020, the count value corresponding to the predetermined display of the type determined as the final stop symbol is added by 1. The count value is referred to in the final variation effect setting process (see FIG. 8-24) described later, displayed on the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 8-25 (f), and then cleared.

When it is determined in step 048AKS016 of FIG. 8-20 that there is no predetermined display (step 048AKS016; No), the effect control CPU 120 does not have a combination of a predetermined display and a decorative symbol that serves as a look-ahead chance (other than the predetermined display, etc.). The reach combination is determined as the final stop symbol (step 048AKS021). As an example, in the process of step 048AKS021, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a left-determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in RAM 122 is extracted, and a predetermined left-determined value stored in advance in ROM 121 or the like is extracted. By referring to the symbol determination table or the like, among the confirmed decorative symbols, the left confirmed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5L of the “left” in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined. Next, the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the right-determined symbol updated by the random counter or the like provided in the RAM 122 is extracted, and the predetermined right-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is referred to. To determine the right fixed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 among the confirmed decorative symbols. 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, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a medium-determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the RAM 122 is extracted, and a predetermined medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like 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 in the display area of the image display device 5 is determined. Even if the decorative symbols constituting the predetermined display and the look-ahead chance eye (predetermined display, etc.) are not selected from each confirmed symbol determination table so as not to be a combination of the predetermined display and the decorative symbol that becomes the look-ahead chance eye in advance. Alternatively, when the combination of decorative symbols is determined, if the combination of the decorative symbols matches the predetermined display or the like, the lottery may be performed again. Further, in the process of step 048AKS021, for example, in the case of not in the probabilistic state, the combination of decorative symbols same as the predetermined display may be displayed at a lower rate than in the case of the special state, regardless of the set value. It may be there.

After executing the process of step 048AKS021, the effect control CPU 120 clears the flag to the off state last time (step 048AKS022), and then ends the process of determining the non-reach loss stop symbol and the like. In this way, when the look-ahead chance is executed, the look-ahead chance is executed with priority over the predetermined display. The look-ahead chance is executed regardless of whether or not it is in the probabilistic state, whereas the predetermined display is being controlled to the probable change state and is executed only after the end of the first jackpot game state (that is,). It is not executed in the state of consecutive villas). Further, while the look-ahead chances are continuously displayed with a plurality of fluctuations, the predetermined display is not continuously displayed. Therefore, it is possible to attract the attention of the player in the probabilistic state, make it easier for the player to recognize whether it is a look-ahead chance or a predetermined display, and improve the interest. Even when the look-ahead chance is displayed, the predetermined display may be prioritized when it is in a probable change state. In this case, if the final stop symbol after the predetermined display is displayed as the look-ahead chance, the player may be confused. Therefore, if the predetermined display is prioritized, the look-ahead chance is set for a predetermined period. You may limit the execution of the eyes. Specifically, the execution of the look-ahead chance may be restricted until the predetermined display is displayed five times. Further, the execution of the look-ahead chance may be restricted from the time when the predetermined display is displayed five times until the three times of fluctuations are completed. According to this, it is possible to prevent the player from being confused by displaying the look-ahead chance eyes continuously on the display of the predetermined display. In addition, the consecutive villa state is once controlled to the big hit game state, and then becomes the consecutive villa state by becoming a big hit again during the probability change state after the end (the consecutive villa flag is set to the on state). In addition, after the consecutive villa state is reached, the probabilistic change control is performed a predetermined number of times without becoming a big hit again, and the process ends (the consecutive villa flag is cleared to the off state).

Returning to FIG. 8-19, when it is determined in step S522 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S522; No), a combination of fixed decorative symbols to be the final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined (step S522; No). Step S524). As an example, in the process of step S524, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a left-right confirmed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the RAM 122 is extracted, and a predetermined left-right confirmed stored in advance in a ROM 121 or the like. By referring to the symbol determination table, the symbol numbers of the fixed decorative symbols that are stopped and displayed in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R in the display area of the image display device 5 are the same. Determine the decorative pattern of. Further, by extracting numerical data indicating a random value for determining a medium-determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the RAM 122 and referring to a predetermined medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. Of the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C in the display area 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 it is determined in step S521 that the special figure display result is not "missing" (step S521; No), the special figure display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "probable" (big hit C or big hit F). Yes), or it is determined whether the special figure display result is a "small hit" or a case other than these (step S525). When it is determined to be "probability" or "small hit" (step S525; Yes), a definite decoration that becomes the final stop symbol corresponding to the case of "probability" or "small hit" such as the opening chance eye. The combination of symbols is determined (step S527). As an example, in response to the case where any of the fluctuation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 is specified by the fluctuation pattern specification command, it is confirmed that the final stop symbol constitutes one of the multiple types of open chances. Determine the combination of decorative patterns. In this case, the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the chance eye updated by the random counter or the like provided in the RAM 122 is extracted, and the predetermined chance eye determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is referred to. Therefore, the combination of the definite decorative symbols constituting any of the open chance eyes may be determined.

After executing any of the processes of step 048AKS010, step S524, and step S527, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the final variation is in the probabilistic state (step 048AKS031). In step 048AKS031, for example, when the probability variation control is performed in the 100th variation after the end of the jackpot gaming state, it is controlled to the probability variation state and it is determined whether or not the variation is the 100th variation. In the case of final variation (step 048AKS031; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs the final variation effect setting process (step 048AKS032).

FIG. 8-24 is a flowchart showing an example of the final variation effect setting process performed in step 048AKS032 of FIG. 8-19. The final variation effect setting process is a process performed when the probability variation state ends without becoming a big hit. In the final variation effect setting process, there is a setting to visually display the frequency of the displayed predetermined display to the player for each type, or a setting to visually display the number of balls acquired during the consecutive villa to the player. Will be. In the final variation effect setting process shown in FIG. 8-24, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the consecutive villa flag is set to the ON state, that is, whether or not the consecutive villa is in progress (step 048AKS051).

When not in the consecutive villas, that is, when the consecutive villa flag is off (step 048AKS051; No), the effect control CPU 120 is set to display the respective count values provided according to the predetermined display type (for each type). (Count value display setting of) is performed (step 048AKS052). In step 048AKS052, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (f), a setting is made to display the appearance frequencies of types A to C by a bar graph. Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 clears each value of the count values provided according to the type of the predetermined display to 0, and if the previous flag is on, clears it to the off state, and sets the acquired ball output count value to 0. After clearing (step 048AKS053), the final variation effect setting process is terminated.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step 048AKS051 that the consecutive villas are in progress, that is, when the consecutive villa flag is on (step 048AKS051; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 displays the number of balls acquired during the consecutive villas. (Step 048AKS054). In addition, the number of balls (acquired balls) acquired during the consecutive villas starts counting because it is controlled to the big hit game state, and if the consecutive villas are not performed, it is cleared by the above step 048AKS053, and the consecutive villas are cleared. If so, it is cleared in step 048AKS056 described later. That is, it suffices that the balls that are acquired in the big hit game state are continuously counted during the period from when the consecutive villa flag is turned on to when it is turned off.

After executing the process of step 048AKS054, the effect control CPU 120 clears the consecutive villa flag to the off state (step 048AKS055), and shifts to the process of step 048AKS053 described above.

Returning to FIG. 8-19, when it is determined in step S525 that the result is other than "probability" or "small hit" (either big hit A, big hit B, big hit D, or big hit E) (step S525; No). The combination of the definite decorative symbols to be the final stop symbols constituting the jackpot combination is determined (step S526). As an example, in the process of step S527, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a jackpot confirmed symbol updated by a random counter of RAM 122 or the like is extracted, and then a predetermined jackpot confirmed symbol stored in advance in ROM 121 or the like is extracted. By referring to the determination table or the like, the symbol numbers that are stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" on the screen of the image display device 5 are the same. Determine the decorative pattern. At this time, it may be determined that a different decorative symbol is used as the final decorative symbol depending on whether the jackpot type is jackpot A, jackpot B, jackpot D, or jackpot E.

After executing either the process of step S526 or the process of step 048AKS032, or when it is determined in step 048AKS031 that the final fluctuation is not in the probabilistic state (step 048AKS031; No), the effect control CPU 120 sets other effect execution settings. (Step S530). For example, at the start of variable display or at a predetermined timing during execution, a predetermined sound effect (for example, an alarm sound, a chime sound, a siren sound, etc.) is output from the speakers 8L, 8R, or a game effect. Immediately announce (deterministically) that the variable display result will be a "big hit" by executing the effect of a predetermined mode including a part or all of the effect of the mode in which the flash lamp included in the lamp 9 or the like shines. The effect of one notification mode may be executed. Alternatively, as a notice effect during fluctuation, an effect of displaying a special effect image (premium image) corresponding to the variable display result being a "big hit" may be executed.

As another example, in the process of step S530, regardless of the possibility that the variable display result becomes a "big hit", for example, a setting for executing a predetermined mode of effect for liveliness may be made. More specifically, it suffices to be able to execute a predetermined mode of effect, such as an effect in which a predetermined lamp included in the game effect lamp 9 illuminates, or an effect of displaying a predetermined effect image as a mini character.

After that, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step S531). At this time, the effect control CPU 120 selects, for example, one of a plurality of prepared special figure variation effect control patterns corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command, and sets it as a usage pattern. After executing the process of step S531, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the RAM 122 is set corresponding to the fluctuation pattern specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command (step S532). Subsequently, a setting is made to start the variation of the decorative pattern or the like in the image display device 5 (step S533). At this time, for example, by transmitting a display control command specified by the display control data included in the special figure fluctuation effect control pattern determined as the pattern to be used in step S532 to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbol may be started in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5. 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 S534), and then the variable display start setting process is terminated.

FIG. 8-25 is a diagram showing an example of an effect operation when a predetermined display or a count value display for each type is performed. The illustrated example shows an example in which a predetermined display of type A is executed, not in a continuous villa. Further, it is a probabilistic change state, and the probabilistic change control is performed until the fluctuation is performed 100 times after the end of the big hit game state. Fluctuations begin as shown in FIG. 8-25 (a). It should be noted that FIG. 8-25 (a) is assumed to be the 99th change after the end of the big hit game state. When it is determined to execute the predetermined display in the variation and the type is type A, the combination of the decorative symbols of "344" as shown in FIG. 8-25 (b) (determined in step 048AKS018 of FIG. 8-20). The combination of the decorative patterns) is derived and displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (c), the 100th variation, that is, the final variation in the probabilistic state is started, and as shown in FIG. 8-25 (c), the lost symbol (step 048AKS021 in FIG. 8-20). The combination of decorative patterns determined in the above) is derived and displayed. As a result, the probabilistic state ends. At the end of the probabilistic state, after the end of the final change, a message indicating that effect (a message indicating the end of the ST mode, which is the probabilistic state) is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-25 (e). Then, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (f), the count value for each type set in the process of step 048AKS052 in FIG. 8-24 is displayed (graph is displayed for each type), and the normal state is normal. It will shift to the mode.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the display result determination table. Regardless of this, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit determination values is set as a common numerical range of the jackpot determination values. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 2 to 6 (when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 1), the set value is set from 1238 according to each set value. The range up to the value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value. That is, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 2 to 6, the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value are set with the hit determination value 1020 as the jackpot reference value. Since it is set to be a continuous numerical range, when determining whether or not it is controlled by the big hit gaming state, the value of the random number value MR1 is from 1020 to a non-common numerical range according to each set value. Since it is sufficient to determine whether or not it is within the numerical range up to the maximum value, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls in an advantageous state.

In particular, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, since the numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set to one place with 1020 as the reference value within the range of 0 to 65535, there are a plurality of numerical ranges of the advantageous state determination value. It is not necessary to execute the determination of whether or not the value of the random number value MR1 is within the numerical range of the jackpot determination value (whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state) multiple times as compared with the case where the random value is provided. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls in an advantageous state.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, in the display result determination table, the above-mentioned hit determination value is obtained regardless of whether the gaming state is a normal state, a time saving state, or a probable change state. Since 1020 is set as the jackpot reference value and the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value are set to be continuous numerical ranges, when determining whether or not the jackpot gaming state is controlled. Is whether the value of the random value MR1 is within the numerical range from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range according to the normal state or the time saving state, and from 1020 to the non-common numerical range according to the probabilistic state. Since it is sufficient to determine whether or not it is within the range up to the maximum value, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the jackpot gaming state.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, in the display result determination table, the numerical value of the small hit determination value is determined according to whether the variation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. The number of judgment values included in the range is different (the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the first special figure display result judgment table is 328, whereas the number of judgment values included in the second special figure display result is different. The number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the judgment table is 655, which is about twice.) On the other hand, the numerical range of the small hit judgment value itself uses 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value). It has been set. Therefore, when determining whether or not the small hit gaming state is controlled, the value of the random number MR1 is a numerical range from 32767 to the maximum value of the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the fluctuation special chart. Since it is only necessary to determine whether or not it is within, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the small hit game state.

As shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, the numerical range of the small hit determination value in the display result determination table is set to the pachinko gaming machine 1 regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Since it is set in a numerical range (32767 to 33094 or 32767 to 33421) different from the numerical range of the jackpot judgment value when the set value is 6, whether or not it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state. When determining whether or not the random value MR1 is within the numerical range from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range corresponding to each set value, it is controlled to the small hit gaming state. When determining whether or not, it is sufficient to determine whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range from 32767 to the maximum value of the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the fluctuation special chart. Therefore, the CPU 103 It is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not to control the big hit gaming state and the processing load for determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state.

Further, the RAM 102 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment can store the installation value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Then, as shown in FIG. 8-15, the CPU 103 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment is stored in the RAM 102 every time the variable display is started (every time the variable display result of the variable display to be started is determined). While reading the set value, set the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value corresponding to the read set value (set the display result judgment table according to the set value), and enter the jackpot game state. It is determined whether or not to control. That is, the CPU 103 reads the set value from the RAM 102 each time the variable display is executed, and sets the display result determination table according to the read set value. It is possible to prevent the display result from being determined.

In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the set value is read from the RAM 102 each time the variable display is executed, and the display result determination table according to the read set value is set as an example. The present invention is not limited to this, and for example, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the CPU 103 may read a set value from the RAM 102 and set a display result determination table according to the read set value. .. When setting the display result determination table according to the set value read from the RAM 102 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started in this way, the setting is made during the period until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is disconnected. All variable display results may be determined using the display result determination table.

Further, the CPU 103 reads the set value stored in the RAM 102 each time the variable display is started (every time the variable display result of the variable display to be started is determined), and reads the read set value and the previous variable display result. A setting value read from the RAM 102 (judgment used setting value) is compared for judgment, and if the setting value read from the RAM 102 this time and the judgment used setting value do not match as the comparison result, an image is displayed. Since the error notification is executed by the image displayed on the display device 5, it is possible to prevent an inappropriate variable display result from being determined due to reading out an inappropriate set value. Further, it is possible not only to more accurately identify that an inappropriate set value is set in the RAM 102, but also to make the surroundings of the gaming machine recognize that the set value set in the RAM 102 is abnormal. Therefore, the clerk of the amusement park can quickly deal with the abnormal set value.

In the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, a mode in which the set value stored in the RAM 102 and the determined used set value are compared each time the variable display is executed is illustrated, but the present invention is limited to this. The set value stored in the RAM 102 and the determined used set value may be executed a predetermined number of times of variable display or may be executed based on the elapse of a predetermined time.

Further, the CPU 103 compares the set value read from the RAM 102 with the previously used set value, and if the set value read from the RAM 102 this time and the determined used set value do not match as the comparison result, the effect is produced. An error designation command is transmitted to the control board 12, and the effect control CPU 120 displays the notification image 207SG005M4 on the image display device 5 based on the reception of the error designation command from the CPU 103. It is possible to more reliably prevent the determination of an inappropriate variable display result from being read out.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-14 to 8-16, the CPU 103 is variable by using a variable display result determination module common to when the random value value determination at the time of winning is executed and when the special symbol normal processing is executed. Since the display result is determined, a part of the processing can be shared between when the random value value determination at the time of winning is executed and when the special symbol normal processing is executed, and the processing load of the CPU 103 can be suppressed.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, if the fluctuation special figures are the same, a small hit is made regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Although the numerical range of the determination value is the same, the CPU 103 sets the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the set value read from the RAM 102 when executing the variable display (to the set value read from the RAM 102). Since the display result determination table is set according to the above), the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the small hit game state can be reduced, and further, the RAM 102 is like the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment. When setting the numerical range of the big hit judgment value and the numerical range of the small hit judgment value according to the set value read from, the process for setting the display result judgment table corresponding to the set value read from the RAM 102 is standardized. Therefore, the capacity of the processing program can also be reduced.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, when 1 (the set value having the lowest jackpot probability) is set as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set. Is not set, so if 1 is set as the set value for the pachinko gaming machine 1, it should be determined whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state by targeting only the common numerical range as the numerical range of the jackpot determination value. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the jackpot gaming state.

In addition, in the feature part 048AK of this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, the embodiment in which the jackpot reference value is set to the lowest value in the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is exemplified. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot reference value may be set to the maximum value in the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. That is, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set to be continuous from the maximum value of the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, but the present invention is limited to this. Instead, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value may be set to be continuous from the minimum value of the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, an embodiment in which the small hit reference value is set to the lowest value in the common numerical range of the small hit determination value is exemplified. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the small hit reference value may be set to the maximum value in the common numerical range of the small hit determination value.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK, the combination of some decorative symbols among the fixed decorative symbols of the non-reach combination is displayed at a different ratio according to the set set value as a predetermined display while the probability change state is controlled. do. Further, in addition to the predetermined display, the look-ahead chance eye composed of the fixed decorative symbols of the non-reach combination is also displayed as the variable display result, so that the variation of the production can be increased and the game entertainment can be improved. Further, the look-ahead chance may be displayed at a different ratio depending on the set value. According to this, it is possible to improve the interest of the game because it is suggested which set value is set by the variable display result during the control to the probabilistic state.

Further, the probability change state is caused by the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times (100 times) after the end of the big hit game state, or the big hit game state before the special figure game of the predetermined number of times is executed. finish. That is, if the big hit game state is not reached again, the probabilistic state continues until at least a predetermined number of special figure games are executed. Therefore, even in the case where the hobby is controlled to the probabilistic state and the normal state is reached without being controlled to the big hit game state again, it is possible to prevent the hobby of the game from deteriorating by displaying the predetermined display.

Further, the feature unit 048AK displays different types of predetermined displays at different ratios according to the set set values for the predetermined displays of types A to C. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's attention to which type of predetermined display is displayed.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK, the definite decorative symbol of the non-reach combination constituting the look-ahead chance eye is a combination of symbols different from the definite decorative symbol of the non-reach combination constituting the predetermined display. Therefore, it is possible to differentiate between the look-ahead effect and the setting suggestion effect, and it is possible to prevent the effect from being confused with the notice effect of the big hit expectation. Further, while the look-ahead chance eye can be continuously displayed over a plurality of fluctuations, the predetermined display is restricted so as not to be continuously displayed. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the predetermined display from being confused with the look-ahead notice exercise by being displayed continuously.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK, after being controlled to the probabilistic state, the count value provided according to the type of the predetermined display is displayed at the timing controlled to the normal state, so that the frequency of the predetermined display can be determined. Make it recognizable to others. According to this, the player can confirm the frequency at which the predetermined result is displayed, and it is possible to easily predict the set value. In addition, the display of the count value provided according to the type of the predetermined display is performed when the consecutive villa flag is off, that is, at the timing when the normal state is reached without becoming a big hit again after being once controlled to the probabilistic state. Only done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the set value from being easily guessed by displaying the count value at the time of consecutive villas. On the other hand, in the case of a consecutive villa, the number of balls acquired during the consecutive villa is displayed at the timing when the normal state is reached, instead of the display of the count value provided according to the type of the predetermined display. .. According to this, the winning balls in the consecutive villas are displayed, and the game entertainment can be improved.

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As shown in FIGS. 8-8 to 8-11, the feature unit 048AK sets the numerical range of the small hit determination value (common numerical range of the small hit determination values) to the large hit determination value regardless of the gaming state and the set value. Although it is provided in a different range that is not continuous with the numerical range of, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a modification, as shown in FIGS. 8-26 (A) and 8-26 (B), the game Regardless of the state or the set value, the numerical range of the big hit determination value and the numerical range of the small hit determination value may be continuously provided.

In addition, when the numerical range of the big hit judgment value and the numerical range of the small hit judgment value (common numerical range of the small hit judgment value) are continuously provided in this way, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is increased. By shifting the reference value of the small hit determination value accordingly, the numerical range of the small hit determination value may be changed while maintaining the number of determination values included in the numerical range of the small hit determination value.

Specifically, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (A), when the set value is 1, the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is 1020 to 1237. And set to 1238 to 1565 (1238 is a reference value of the small hit determination value) so that the common numerical range of the small hit determination value is continuous with the common numerical range of the big hit determination value. When the set value is 2, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set to 1238 to 1253 so as to be continuous with the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) of the big hit judgment value, and the small hit judgment value is set. The common numerical range is set to 1254 to 1581 (1254 is a reference value of the small hit determination value) so as to be continuous with the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value. When the set value is 3, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set to 1238 to 1272 so as to be continuous with the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) of the big hit judgment value, and the small hit judgment value is set. The common numerical range is set to 1273 to 1600 (1273 is the reference value of the small hit determination value) so as to be continuous with the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value. After that, even when the set value is 4 to 6, the common numerical range of the small hit determination value may be set in the same manner.

When the game state is a probable change state, as shown in FIG. 8-26 (B), when the set value is 1, the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set to 1020 to 1346, and the small hit judgment is made. The common numerical range of values is shifted by the amount that the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value increases from the normal state or the time saving state, and 1347 to 1674 (1347 is the small hit judgment value) so as to be continuous with the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value. Set to (reference value). When the set value is 2, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set to 1347 to 1383 so as to be continuous with the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) of the big hit judgment value, and the small hit judgment value is set. The common numerical range is set to 1384 to 1711 (1384 is the reference value of the small hit determination value) so as to be continuous with the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value. When the set value is 3, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set to 1347 to 1429 so as to be continuous with the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) of the big hit judgment value, and the small hit judgment value is set. The common numerical range is set to 1430 to 1757 (1430 is the reference value of the small hit determination value) so as to be continuous with the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value. After that, even when the set value is 4 to 6, the common numerical range of the small hit determination value may be set in the same manner.

Further, as a mode for setting the numerical range of the big hit judgment value and the numerical range of the small hit judgment value (common numerical range of the small hit judgment value) to be continuous in this way, as shown in FIGS. 8-27. The numerical range of the small hit judgment value is set to the range of 65308 to 65535 (the range of the rear end of the numerical value that the hit judgment value can take), and the big hit judgment value is continuous with the numerical range of the small hit judgment value. A common numerical range (64990 to 65207) may be set. Further, in this case, the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is set so as to be continuous with the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value, and the minimum value of the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value is made different according to the set value. The jackpot probability may be different depending on the set value.

When setting the numerical range of the big hit determination value and the numerical range of the small hit determination value as shown in FIGS. 8-27, when determining the variable display result, the CPU 103 first determines the value of the random number value MR1. Is equal to or greater than the minimum value of the jackpot determination value (64990 for the setting value 1, 64974 for the setting value 2, 64954 for the setting value 3 in the example shown in FIGS. 8-27), and is disturbed. When it is determined that the value of the numerical value MR1 is equal to or greater than the minimum value of the big hit determination value, it is further variable by determining whether or not the random number value MR1 is 65208 or more, which is the reference value of the small hit determination value. It suffices to determine whether the display result is a big hit or a small hit. By determining the variable display in this way, the variable display result is determined without executing both the determination of whether or not the variable display result is a big hit and the determination of whether or not the variable display result is a small hit. Therefore, it is possible to reduce the processing load related to the determination of the variable display result of the CPU 103.

As described above, in FIGS. 8-26 and 8-27, the numerical range of the jackpot determination value and the numerical range of the small hit determination value (when 1 is set as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the jackpot determination value). Common numerical range of common numerical range and small hit judgment value, when 2 to 6 are set as set values for pachinko gaming machine 1, common numerical range of big hit judgment value, non-common numerical range and small hit judgment value The common numerical range) is set as a continuous numerical range from 1020, which is the reference value of the jackpot determination value, and the numerical range of the small hit determination value is the jackpot determination regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is set to include the same number of judgment values in a continuous range from the numerical range of the value. Therefore, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range of 1020 and the maximum value of the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the set value, so that the big hit game state or the small hit game state It is possible to determine whether or not to control. Further, when it is determined to control the jackpot gaming state or the small hit gaming state, the jackpot game is determined by determining whether or not the random number value MR1 is equal to or greater than the minimum value in the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the set value. Since it is possible to determine whether to control the state or the small hit game state, the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls to the large hit game state and the determination whether to control to the small hit game state. It is possible to reduce the processing load of performing the above.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-26, when the gaming state is controlled to the probabilistic state by the CPU 103, the jackpot determination value increases as a continuous numerical range from the jackpot reference value of 1020, and the increased jackpot determination value. Since the numerical range of the small hit determination value shifts according to the numerical range of, the CPU 103 determines whether or not to control the big hit gaming state within the numerical range in which the number of the large hit determination values has increased, and the small hit gaming state. Since it is sufficient to determine whether or not to control, the processing load for determining whether or not to control the big hit game state by the CPU 103 and the processing load for determining whether or not to control the small hit game state are reduced. be able to.

Further, also in the modes shown in FIGS. 8-26 and 8-27, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is not set. Since the CPU 103 only needs to determine whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state only for the common numerical range of the jackpot determination values, the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls to the jackpot gaming state is reduced. can do.

In addition, in the form shown in FIGS. 8-26 and 8-27, a form in which the numerical range of the small hit determination value is set so as to be continuous with the maximum value of the numerical range of the large hit determination value is exemplified, but the present invention illustrates this. The numerical range of the small hit determination value may be set so as to be continuous with the minimum value of the numerical range of the large hit determination value.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK of the above-described embodiment, an embodiment in which a common numerical range and a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value are continuously set is exemplified, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the figure is shown in the figure. As shown in 8-28 and FIG. 8-29, the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value may be set to different numerical ranges.

When setting the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value to different numerical ranges in this way, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, the numerical range of the small hit judgment value ( The non-common numerical range (judgment included in the non-common numerical range) when the small hit judgment value (common numerical range) is a numerical range different from the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value and the set value of the big hit judgment value is 6. In a numerical range different from the numerical range with the largest number of values), a continuous numerical range from the reference value of the small hit judgment value (32767 to 33094 in FIG. 8-28, 32767 to 33421 in FIG. 8-29, in any case). The reference value of the small hit determination value may be set to 32767).

In addition, in the form shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, the reference value of the small hit determination value is common according to the fluctuation special figure, but the determination value included in the numerical range of the small hit determination value. Although the form in which the numbers are different is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of judgment values included in the reference value of the small hit judgment value and the numerical range of the small hit judgment value regardless of the fluctuation special figure. May be the same as.

As described above, in the modes shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set to the range of 1020 to 1237 with 1020 as the reference value regardless of the set value. There is. Further, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2 to 6, a numerical value different from the common numerical range of the big hit determination value and the numerical range of the small hit determination value (common numerical range of the small hit determination value). In the range, the range corresponding to the set value with 60,000 as the reference value (60,000 to 60016 for the setting value 2, 60,000 to 60035 for the setting value 3 ... 60,000 to 60109 for the setting value 6) is a big hit. It is set as a non-common numerical range of judgment values. Therefore, in the development environment of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the jackpot probability can be changed only by changing the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value according to the change of the set value. Therefore, the development of the pachinko gaming machine related to the set value. The load can be reduced. Further, it is possible to reduce the processing load of the CPU 103 for determining whether or not to control the big hit game state and determining whether or not to control the small hit game state.

In particular, since the CPU 103 can determine whether or not to control the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value to the jackpot gaming state with the same value of 60000 as the reference value regardless of the set value, the CPU 103 can determine the jackpot. It is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not to control the game state.

Further, in the modes shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, as in the above-mentioned feature unit 048AK, when 1 is set as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1, a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set. Is not set, the CPU 103 may determine whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state only for the common numerical range of the jackpot determination values. Therefore, the CPU 103 determines whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state. The processing load to be performed can be reduced.

Further, in the modes shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, the numerical range of the small hit determination value (common numerical range of the small hit determination value) is the common numerical range of the large hit determination value regardless of the set value. In a numerical range different from the non-common numerical range, 32767 is set as a reference value (small hit reference value) and is set to be a continuous numerical range (32767 to 33094). That is, since the numerical range of the small hit determination value includes the same number of set values regardless of the set value, the CPU 103 has the same value regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Since it is possible to determine whether or not to control the small hit gaming state using 32767 as the small hit reference value, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state of the CPU 103.

In the modes shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, while the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the pachinko game When 1 is set as the set value for the machine 1, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is not set, and when a value of 2 or more is set as the set value for the pachinko gaming machine 1, it corresponds to each set value. Although the embodiment in which the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and even when 1 is set as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the jackpot determination value is not set. A common numerical range may be set. Even when 1 is set as the set value for the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this way, when setting a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value, for example, the reference is the same as in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29. The range from 1238, which is a value, to the value corresponding to each set value may be set as a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. Then, the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value when 1 is set as the set value for the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to be the smallest, and the jackpot determination value increases as the set value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 increases. By expanding the non-common numerical range of, the probability of being controlled to the jackpot gaming state may be different according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Further, in the modes shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the range of 32767 to 33094 is set as the common numerical range of the small hit determination value. On the other hand, when the variable special map is the second special map, the range of 32767 to 33421 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value. That is, since the numerical range of the small hit determination value is set as a continuous numerical range based on the same value although the number of determination values included differs depending on the variation special map, the variation special map is the first in the CPU 103. Since it is possible to determine whether or not to control the small hit game state by using 32767, which is the same value in the case of the first special figure and the case of the second special figure, as a reference value, it is possible to control the small hit game state by the CPU 103. It is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not to use it.

In addition, in the form shown in FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29, a form in which the reference value of the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value is set as the minimum value of the non-common numerical range is exemplified, but the present invention has been exemplified. The present invention is not limited to this, and the reference value of the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value may be set as the maximum value of the non-common numerical range.

Further, in the feature unit 048AK of the above-described embodiment, the CPU 103 can take a value in the range of 0 to 65535. The value of the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value or is not common. Whether or not to control the big hit gaming state is determined based on whether or not the value is within the numerical range, and whether or not the value of the random number value MR1 is within the common numerical range of the small hit determination value. Although an embodiment for determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state is illustrated based on the above, the present invention is not limited to this, and the CPU 103 is in the big hit gaming state by a method other than that shown in the feature unit 048AK. It may be determined whether or not to control the game and whether or not to control the small hit game state. For example, a calculation may be performed on the value of the random number value MR1 and it may be determined whether or not to control the big hit game state or the small hit game state based on the value of the calculation result. Further, a calculation is performed on the value of the random number value MR1, and a big hit game state or a small hit game is performed based on whether or not the value of the calculation result exceeds a predetermined value (for example, 65535 which is the maximum value of the hit determination value). It may be determined whether or not to control the state.

Further, in the above embodiment, the probability variation control is always performed after the end of the big hit game state, and the special figure game of a predetermined number of times (100 times) has ended, or the next big hit game state has started. Although an example of continuing until any one of the end conditions is satisfied first, for example, the probability variation control may be continued until the next big hit game state is started (predetermined number of times (100 times). ) The end of the special figure game does not have to be the end condition of the probability variation control). In such a case, a jackpot type (non-probability change jackpot type) that is not controlled to the probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state is prepared, and the predetermined special figure game ends after the end of the non-probability change jackpot game state. It suffices to end the associative state at the timing when the time saving control controlled up to is completed. In such a gaming machine, it may be possible to display a predetermined display even during control in a time-saving state as well as in a probabilistic state.

Further, in such a gaming machine, although the probabilistic state continues until the next big hit gaming state is started, it may take a long time until the variable display result becomes a big hit (in the so-called consecutive villas). Hamari state). Therefore, for example, when the number of game balls won in the variable winning ball device 6B becomes a predetermined number or more, it is determined that the player has entered the hamari state in the consecutive villa, and the setting suggestion effect is performed according to the set value. May be good. Further, a launch sensor may be provided to determine that the player has entered the hamari state in the consecutive villa because the number of launches of the game balls exceeds a predetermined number, and the setting suggestion effect may be performed according to the set value. In addition, an out sensor is provided at the out opening where the game balls that did not enter any of the winning openings are taken in, and it is determined that the number of out balls exceeds a predetermined number and the player has entered the hamari state in the consecutive villa. , The setting suggestion effect may be performed according to the set value. According to this, it is possible to improve the hobby of the game in the so-called villa state, and to promote the launch. It should be noted that the setting suggestion effect may be performed, for example, by outputting a sound, displaying a specific character, or both of them according to the set value.

Further, in the above embodiment, after the message indicating the end of the ST mode in the probable change state is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-25 (e), the predetermined display is displayed as it is as shown in FIG. 8-25 (f). An example is shown in which the count values provided according to the types of are displayed in a graph for each type, but this is an example. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-25 (e), after a message indicating the end of the ST mode, which is a probable change state, is displayed, the player is urged to operate the push button 31B (for example, a message such as pressing a button is displayed). , Displaying a button image, etc.), and based on the fact that the push sensor 35B detects the movement of the player with respect to the push button 31B, even if the count value provided according to the predetermined display type is displayed. good. According to this, it is possible to execute the production according to the preference of the player. If the movement by the player is not detected, it is not necessary to display the count value provided according to the type of the predetermined display.

(Explanation of feature part 063AK)
Next, the feature unit 063AK of the present embodiment will be described. In order to make the explanation easier to understand, even in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 063AK, once a big hit occurs, 100% probability variation control is performed after the end of the big hit gaming state. It shall be. That is, it is assumed that the big hit types of "big hit A" to "big hit F" shown in FIG. 8-12 are prepared as the big hit types as in the feature unit 063AK. In the pachinko gaming machine in the feature unit 063AK, only the time saving control is executed in either or both of the first special figure and the second special figure after the end of the big hit game state, and the state shifts to the low accuracy high base state. A jackpot type of jackpot G (also referred to as non-probability variation jackpot) or a jackpot type of jackpot H whose probability variation control continues (that is, does not end depending on the number of times) until the next jackpot may be set. Further, there may be a jackpot type in which neither high accuracy control nor time saving control is executed after the jackpot game is completed.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 063AK of the present embodiment, a setting suggestion effect is performed in the ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit game state. Then, in the setting suggestion effect performed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 063AK, the execution mode of the mode 1 in which the ratio of selection is high when the set value is set to be advantageous to the player and the execution mode of the player are high. There is an execution mode of the second aspect in which the ratio of selection is high when the setting value is disadvantageous, and the execution mode of the first aspect has a longer execution period of the setting suggestion effect than the execution mode of the second aspect. It has the characteristic of being.

Such a feature is due to the following background. Generally, when a player notifies an advantageous effect (advantageous effect), the player takes an image or a moving image of the effect with a mobile terminal owned by the player and shoots it on an SNS (Social). There is a tendency to post to websites that require membership registration such as Networking Services) and Internet video sharing sites. However, if the execution period of the advantageous effect is short, there arises a problem that an appropriate shooting time cannot be secured. On the other hand, with regard to productions that are often performed in disadvantageous cases (disadvantageous productions), there is no desire to shoot, so if the execution period of the disadvantageous productions is long, the problem is that the player is rather uncomfortable. There is. Therefore, in the feature unit 063AK, the execution period of the advantageous effect is lengthened to secure the shooting time, and the execution period of the disadvantageous effect is shorter than that of the advantageous effect to reduce discomfort. It has the characteristics of. Hereinafter, the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 063AK having such features will be described. It should be noted that the description of the same parts as those described in the above basic explanation and the feature portion 048AK will be omitted.

FIG. 9-1 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S177 of FIG. 7 as the ending effect process. In the ending effect processing shown in FIG. 9-1, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the ending effect in-progress flag is set to the ON state (step 063AKS001). The ending effect in progress flag is a flag indicating that the ending effect is being executed, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. The ending effect in progress flag is set to the on state by the process of step 063AKS004 described later, and is cleared to the off state by the process of step 063AKS012.

When the ending effect in progress flag is off (step 063AKS001; No), it is determined whether or not the ending command has been received (step 063AKS002). The ending command is, for example, a command transmitted from the main board 11 side in the process of step S117 of FIG. 5, and is a command indicating to start execution of the ending effect. If the ending command has not been received (step 063AKS002; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the ending effect process. The ending command includes an execution period of the ending effect. In the feature section 063AK, as in the feature section 048AK, the jackpot types of "big hit A" to "big hit F" shown in FIG. 8-12 are prepared, but the ending effect is executed regardless of the jackpot type. The period is common (for example, 20 seconds).

On the other hand, when the ending command is received (step 063AKS002; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs an ending effect start setting process for starting the effect operation to be the ending effect (step 063AKS003). After that, after setting the ending effect in progress flag to the on state (step 063AKS004), the ending effect process ends.

FIG. 9-2 is a flowchart showing an example of the ending effect start setting process executed in step 063AKS003 of FIG. 9-1. In the ending effect start setting process shown in FIG. 9-2, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. 9-3 (step 063AKS021). The example shown in FIG. 9-3 shows an example in which whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed is determined by the determined decision ratio shown regardless of the set value, but the execution ratio differs depending on the set value. You may do so. Specifically, when the set value is a high setting of 4 to 6, the execution rate may be higher than when the set value is a low setting of 1 to 3. On the contrary, the execution rate may be higher in the low setting than in the high setting.

Returning to FIG. 9-2, after executing the process of step 063AKS021, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is determined to execute the setting suggestion effect, that is, whether or not there is execution (step 063AKS022). When there is execution (step 063AKS022; Yes), the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect is determined according to the set value according to the determination ratio shown in FIG. 9-4 (step 063AKS023). In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, there are two types of execution modes, "aspect 1" and "aspect 2", as the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect, and "aspect 1" is set as shown in FIG. 9-4. The higher the set value is, the higher the rate of determination is. On the other hand, in "Aspect 2", the lower the set value is set, the higher the rate of determination is. Here, the higher the set value is, the higher the probability that the variable display result will be a "big hit" (the higher the ball output rate). Therefore, when the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" is performed, the setting suggestion effect is performed. , It is suggested that the ball output rate is set to a high set value (advantageous set value) (advantageous suggestion is made). The setting suggestion effects of "Aspect 1" and "Aspect 2" in the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment are both effects of displaying characters, but different characters are displayed in "Aspect 1" and "Aspect 2". Display (Aspect 1 is a character of character A, aspect 2 is a character of character B, and the like). The setting suggestion effect is not limited to the effect of displaying a character, and may be arbitrary as long as it is different between "aspect 1" and "aspect 2", such as an effect of displaying a message, a battle effect, and a dialogue effect. By determining the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect in step 063AKS023, the execution period of the setting suggestion effect is also determined. In the feature portion 063AK of this embodiment, the execution period of the setting suggestion effect is longer in the case of executing the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" than in the case of executing the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 2". There is. According to this, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to secure the shooting time. In addition, since the shooting time can be secured, the shot images and videos will be published by the player on the Internet. In many cases, the images taken by which pachinko game machine 1 in which game field are also included. Therefore, from the viewpoint of the amusement park, the player will advertise the amusement park. Therefore, by securing the shooting time when the setting suggestion effect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, a synergistic effect is brought about not only to the player but also to the playground side.

In the example shown in FIG. 9-4, it is shown that there are two types of execution modes, but in addition to this, for example, when the set value is a low setting of 1 to 3, it is not executed and the set value is 4. There may be an execution mode of "Aspect 3" that is executed only when the high setting of ~ 6 is set. Further, there may be an execution mode of "Aspect 4" that is executed only when the setting value of 6 is the highest setting value. In this case, when the set value of 6 is set. It suffices if the determination ratio of the "aspect 4" is lower than the ratio at which the setting suggestion effect other than the "aspect 4" is executed. According to this, since the execution frequency of the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 4" increases, the player is given the recognition that the set value is not 6 when the setting suggestion effect other than "Aspect 4" is executed. It is possible to prevent the game from being lost, and it is possible to prevent the game from being enjoyed. Further, there may be a mode in which the setting value is an even number or a mode in which the setting value is an odd number.

Returning to FIG. 9-2, after executing the process of step 063AKS023, the effect control CPU 120 sets the preparatory effect for setting the execution of the preparatory effect (step 063AKS024). In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, when the setting suggestion effect is executed in the ending effect, a predetermined period (see FIG. 9-8) regardless of whether the execution mode is “aspect 1” or “aspect 2”. During the period of T1 shown), as a preparatory effect, an effect of urging the player to prepare for shooting is executed. In addition to urging the player to prepare the camera as a preparation for shooting, the preparatory effect is also an effect that suggests the execution timing of the setting suggestion effect to the player (see FIGS. 9-9).

After executing the process of step 063AKS024 of FIG. 9-2, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the aspect determined in step 063AKS023 is "aspect 1" (step 063AKS025). In the case of "Aspect 1" (step 063AKS063; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets a special effect for setting the execution of the special effect (step 063AKS026). In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, when the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" is executed, a special effect that is not executed by the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 2" is further executed. That is, the special effect is an effect performed during the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1". Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (D), the special effect in the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment displays an effect image around the character displayed as the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1". It is a production. Not limited to this, for example, a special sound may be output. In this case, the special sound to be output may be the same sound as the sound output when the jackpot gaming state is controlled. According to this, it is suggested that it is advantageous, and the player can easily grasp that it is advantageous.

After executing the process of step 063AKS026 in FIG. 9-2, the effect control CPU 120 sets the extended operation display setting for setting the execution of the display effect operation display (step 063AKS027). In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, when the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" is executed, the operation by the player is performed, so that even after the end of the ending effect (after the end of the jackpot game state), the said It is possible to recognize that the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" has been performed (extended display is possible). Therefore, in step 063AKS027, a display prompting an operation for making it visible that the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" has been performed even after the end of the ending effect is displayed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), a display prompting an operation (extension operation) for the push button 31B is set. When the extension operation is performed, the feature unit 063AK displays the character image displayed as the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" as the background image for a period until the variable display is performed 15 times (FIG. FIG. See 9-9 (I)). According to this, it is possible to take a picture again for a player who could not take a picture corresponding to the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 during the ending effect, and also for another player. It is possible to appeal that the setting suggestion effect of 1 has been executed.

After executing the process of step 063AKS027 in FIG. 9-2, when it is determined in step 063AKS025 that it is "aspect 2" (step 063AKS025; No), or when it is determined that there is no execution in step 063AKS022 (step 063AKS022: No), the effect control CPU 120 is set to perform the return prevention notification and the warning display (step 063AKS028). As the return prevention notification set in step 063AKS028, a prepaid card or the like as a game recording medium in which balance information or the like is recorded as information that can specify the magnitude of the game value of a game ball or the like that can be used for the game. There is a return prevention display as a display to prevent forgetting to remove the card. In the return prevention display, for example, an image showing the ejection of the card is displayed with the characters "Please be careful not to forget to remove the card." It should be noted that, instead of a card, a coin or the like as a game recording medium in which balance information or the like is recorded as information that can specify the magnitude of the game value such as a game ball that can be used for the game is targeted. You may perform an alert. The prepaid card or the like as the recording medium for the game is for enabling the game to be executed by inserting the card or the like. Further, as a warning display, there is a squeeze prevention display as a display for preventing the player from being too enthusiastic about the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the slot machine. In the anti-enthusiast display, for example, the characters "Pachinko is a play that you can enjoy moderately. Be careful of the intrusion." And the image that surrounds the characters are displayed. With such a squeeze prevention display as a warning display, the player is restrained or warned from being absorbed in the game, and the player is restrained or warned from pouring a large amount of money into the game. In addition, as a warning display, a warning display prohibiting games under the age of 18 such as "Games under the age of 18 are prohibited by law" and a fraudulent act such as "Fraud is a crime." A warning display, a warning display for suppressing fraudulent acts such as "Please be careful about fraud disguised as a strategy", etc. may be displayed by characters and images. In addition, other warning indications may be other than those shown above. For example, when a movable accessory is provided on the outer frame of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the movement of the movable accessory is provided. Therefore, care may be taken not to get injured.

In the feature portion 063AK of this embodiment, the execution period of the setting suggestion effect is longer in the case of executing the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" than in the case of executing the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 2". There is. In addition, the execution period of the ending effect is the same regardless of the jackpot type. Therefore, in step 063AKS028, the execution period of the return prevention notification and the warning display is longer when the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 2" is executed than when the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" is executed. (T3 <T6 in FIG. 9-8), and the start timing of the next mode notification described later is set to the same timing.

After executing the process of step 063AKS028 in FIG. 9-2, the effect control CPU 120 performs the next mode notification setting for notifying the game state after the end of the big hit as the next mode notification (step 063AKS029), and the ending effect. Start Ends the setting process. In the process of step 063AKS029, the period for performing the next mode notification is also set. In step 063AKS029, the period of T4 shown in FIG. 9-8 is set as the next mode notification period. Further, when the setting suggestion effect is not executed, the period of T7 may also be set as shown in FIG. 9-8 (C).

Returning to FIG. 9-1, when it is determined that the ending effect in-progress flag is set to the ON state (step 063AKS001; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the ending effect time has elapsed (step). 063AKS005). When it is determined that the ending effect time has elapsed, that is, when the execution period of the ending effect has ended (step 063AKS005; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 clears the ending effect in progress flag to the off state (step 063AKS012). Then, as the number of probability variation fluctuations, the number of variable displays controlled to the probability variation state after the end of the jackpot gaming state is set (step 063AKS013). In step 063AKS013, for example, 100 is set. It should be noted that the process of step 063AKS013 may not be executed, and the command corresponding to the number of probable fluctuations may be received from the main board 11 side. After executing the process of step 063AKS013, the effect control CPU 120 clears the effect process flag, initializes the value to "0" (step 063AKS014), and then ends the ending effect process.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step 063AKS005 that the ending effect time has not elapsed (step 063AKS005; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the setting suggestion effect, that is, whether or not the setting suggestion effect is present. Determination (step 063AKS006). When there is a setting suggestion effect (step 063AKS006; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes the ending effect operation control process when there is a setting suggestion effect (step 063AKS007), and proceeds to the process of step 063AKS008. On the other hand, when there is no setting suggestion effect (step 063AKS006; No), the process proceeds to step 063AKS008 without executing the process of step 063AKS007.

FIG. 9-5 is a flowchart showing an example of the ending effect operation control process with the setting suggestion effect performed in step 063AKS007 of FIG. 9-1. In the ending effect operation control process with the setting suggestion effect shown in FIG. 9-5, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not it is the preparation effect period (step 063AKS031). The preparation effect period is set by the process of step 063AKS024 in FIG. 9-2. In the case of the preparatory effect period (step 063AKS031; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs the preparatory effect operation control for executing the preparatory effect (step 063AKS032).

After executing the process of step 063AKS032, or when it is not the preparation effect period (step 063AKS031; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the setting suggestion effect period (step 063AKS033). The setting suggestion effect period is set according to the mode according to the execution mode determined in step 063AKS023 of FIG. 9-2. If it is not the setting suggestion effect period (step 063AKS033; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the ending effect operation control process when the setting suggestion effect is present.

In the case of the setting suggestion effect period (step 063AKS033; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs the setting suggestion effect operation control for executing the setting suggestion effect of the mode determined in step 063AKS023 of FIG. 9-2 (step). 063AKS034). It is determined whether or not the mode of the setting suggestion effect subsequently executed is "Aspect 1" (step 063AKS035), and if it is "Aspect 1" (step 063AKS035; Yes), it is determined whether or not it is a special effect period. Determination (step 063AKS036). The special production period may be set in step 063AKS026 of FIG. 9-2. The special effect period in the feature unit 063AK in this embodiment is the same period as the execution period of the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1". Therefore, if the special effect period is the same period as the setting suggestion effect period, the process of step 063AKS060 is unnecessary. On the other hand, the special effect period may be shorter than the execution period of the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1". In this case, it may be determined by the process of step 063AKS060 whether or not it is the special effect period.

If it is a special effect period (step 063AKS036; Yes), the special effect operation control for executing the special effect is performed (step 063AKS037). After executing the process of step 063AKS037, or when it is not the special effect period (step 063AKS060; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the extended operation display period (step 063AKS038). The extended operation display period is set in step 063AKS027 of FIG. 9-2. If it is the extended operation display period (step 063AKS038; Yes), the extended operation display control for displaying the extended operation is performed (step 063AKS038A). Then, it is determined whether or not the operation by the player is detected by the push sensor 35B (step 063AKS039), and if it is detected (step 063AKS039; Yes), the extension flag is set to the on state. After that (step 063AKS040), the ending effect operation control process when there is a setting suggestion effect is terminated. The extension flag is a flag indicating that the extension operation has been performed by the player, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

When it is determined in step 063AKS035 that the execution mode is "Aspect 2" (step 036AKS035; No), when it is determined in step 063AKS038 that it is not the extended operation display period (step 063AKS036; No), or in step 063AKS039. If no operation is detected (step 063AKS039; No), the ending effect operation control process with the setting suggestion effect is terminated.

Returning to FIG. 9-1, after executing the process of step 063AKS00, or when it is determined in step 063AKS006 that there is no setting suggestion effect (step 063AKS006; No), the effect control CPU 120 is in the return prevention notification and alert period. It is determined whether or not there is (step 063AKS008). The return prevention notification and alert period are set in step 063AKS028 of FIG. 9-2. In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, the return prevention notification and the alert are performed regardless of whether the setting suggestion effect is performed or not performed in the ending effect. The same applies to the next mode notification.

When it is determined in step 063AKS008 of FIG. 9-1 that the return prevention notification and alerting period is reached (step 063AKS008; Yes), the return prevention notification and alerting control for executing the return prevention notification and alerting are performed (step 063AKS008; Yes). Step 063AKS009). After processing in step 063AKS009, or when it is determined in step 063AKS008 that it is not the return prevention notification and alert period (step 063AKS008; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is the next mode notification period. (Step 063AKS010). The next mode notification period is set in step 063AKS029 shown in FIG. 9-2. In the case of the next mode notification period (step 063AKS010; Yes), the next mode notification control for performing the next mode notification is performed (step 063AKS011), and then the ending effect processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not the next mode notification period (step 063AKS010; No), the ending effect processing is terminated as it is. In the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, as described above, once a big hit occurs, 100% probability variation control is performed after the end of the jackpot gaming state. For example, the probability variation jackpot is shown. Only when it becomes, it is controlled to the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state, and when it becomes a non-probable big hit, it is controlled to the time saving state instead of the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state. In the mode notification, the notification corresponding to each of the probability change and the time reduction may be performed.

FIG. 9-6 is a flowchart showing an example of processing in the variable display start setting process performed in the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. 7. In the process in the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 9-6, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the extension flag is set to the ON state (step 063AKS041). When the extension flag is on (step 063AKS041; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 uses the character displayed in the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" as a special background for 15 fluctuations as a background image (special background). 15 variable special background setting for setting is performed (step 063AKS042). Specifically, in the process of step 063AKS042, the value of the special background counter provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is set to "1" (the initial value is "0"), and the special background is displayed in the variable display. conduct. As a result, the special background is displayed from the variable display.

After executing the process of step 063AKS042, the effect control CPU 120 clears the extension flag (step 063AKS043). Then, the remaining number of times display setting for displaying the remaining number of times of variable display in which the special background is displayed is set (step 063AKS044). Specifically, in the feature unit 063AK of this embodiment, the character displayed in the setting suggestion effect of "Aspect 1" as a special background from the end of the big hit game state to the end of the 15-time variable display. Is displayed as a background image. Therefore, in step 063AKS044, 15 scales are displayed, and the player can visually display that the special background is displayed until the remaining 15 variable displays are completed. It should be noted that the display may not be a scale but may be a numerical countdown display. Further, in this example, the remaining number display is updated (reducing the scale) at the end timing of the variable display (the remaining number display is updated by the special figure hit waiting process described later), but the variable display is displayed. The remaining number of times display may be updated at the same time as the start, and in that case, the remaining number of times display may be updated by the process in the variable display start setting process.

After executing the process of step 063AKS044, the effect control CPU 120 sets the special background display flag indicating that the special background is being displayed to the ON state (step 063AKS045), and processes in the variable display start setting process. To finish. The special background display flag may be provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

On the other hand, when it is determined in step 063AKS041 that the extension flag is in the off state (step 063AKS041; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the special background display flag is set to the on state (step). 063AKS046). If the special background display flag is on (step 063AKS046; Yes), the value of the special background counter is added by 1 (step 063AKS047), and then the process in the variable display start setting process ends. On the other hand, if the special background display flag is off (step 063AKS046; No), the normal background display setting for displaying the normal background instead of the special background is set (step 063AKS048), and then the variable display is started. End the process in the setting process. After the normal background display setting is once performed, the processing in the variable display start setting processing may not be performed until the big hit game state is controlled again.

FIG. 9-7 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing in the special figure hit waiting process performed in the special figure hit waiting process executed in step S173 of FIG. 7. In the process in the waiting process for the special figure, a process of determining whether or not the variable display has been performed 15 times and a process of updating the remaining number of times display are mainly performed. In the process in the special figure hit wait process shown in FIG. 9-6, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the special background display flag is set to the ON state (step 063AKS051). When the special background display flag is off (step 063AKS051; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the process in the special figure hit wait process as it is.

On the other hand, when the special background display in-progress flag is on (step 063AKS051; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 updates the remaining number of times display (step 063AKS052). Specifically, in step 063AKS052, of the 15 scale displays, the scale corresponding to the remaining number of times is turned on, and the finished variable display is turned off to update the remaining number of times display. That is, if it is the first variable display after the end of the big hit, the control is performed to turn off the 15th scale display (the remaining 14 scales are turned on). After executing the process of step 063AKS052, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the value of the special background counter is 15, that is, whether or not it is the final variable display for displaying the special background (step 063AKS053). .. When the value of the special background counter is not 15 (step 063AKS053; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the process in the special figure hit wait process.

When the value of the special background counter is 15 (step 063AKS053; Yes), it is assumed that the final variable display for displaying the special background is completed, the special background display flag is cleared (step 063AKS054), and the value of the special background counter is set. Is cleared to 0 (step 063AKS055), and then the waiting process for hitting the special figure is terminated. As a result, No is determined in step 063AKS046 of FIG. 9-6, and the normal background is displayed in step 063AKS048.

FIG. 9-8 is a time chart showing an execution period of the ending effect and the like. Specifically, FIG. 9-8 (A) is a time chart when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed in the ending effect, and FIG. 9-8 (B) is a time chart of aspect 2 in the ending effect. 9-8 (C) is a time chart when the setting suggestion effect is executed, and FIG. 9-8 (C) is a time chart when the setting suggestion effect is not executed in the ending effect.

As described above, the execution period of the ending effect is the same regardless of the jackpot type. Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 9-8, the execution period of the ending effect is a common period regardless of whether the setting suggestion effect is executed or not.

First, as shown in FIGS. 9-8, the jackpot symbol is stopped and the round game is performed regardless of whether the setting suggestion effect is executed or not. Then, when the ending effect is started, the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed, and the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 is executed, as shown in FIGS. 9-8 (A) and 9-8 (B). In addition to urging the player to prepare the camera as a preparation for shooting, a preparatory effect for suggesting the execution timing of the setting suggestion effect to the player is executed during the period of T1. On the other hand, when the setting suggestion effect is not executed, the next mode notification is executed for the period of T7 as shown in FIG. 9-8 (C).

Subsequently, when the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed and the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect is executed, the setting suggestion effect is performed as shown in FIGS. 9-8 (A) and 9-8 (B). Run. In the case of the first aspect, the period setting suggestion effect of T2 is executed, and the special effect is also executed accordingly. In addition, the extension operation display is performed during the period within the period of T2 in which the setting suggestion effect is executed. The example shown in FIG. 9-8 (A) shows an example in which the extension operation display is performed from a predetermined period after the setting suggestion effect is executed to the timing at the end of the setting suggestion effect, but within the period of T2. If there is, it may be any period.

Further, in the case of the second aspect, the period setting suggestion effect of T5 is executed. Specifically, the character of aspect 2 is displayed. In the feature unit 063AK, T2> T5. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-8, the end timing of the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect shown in FIG. 9-8 (B) coincides with the end timing of the next mode notification shown in FIG. 9-8 (C). An example is shown, but these timings do not have to match.

Subsequently, when the setting suggestion effect is completed, when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (A), the return prevention notification and the warning display are performed during the period of T3, and the setting suggestion effect is displayed. When the setting suggestion effect of is executed, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (B), the return prevention notification and the warning display are performed during the period of T6. In the feature unit 063AK, T6> T3. As shown in the figure, in the feature unit 063AK, T2 + T3 = T5 + T6, that is, the difference (T2-T5) between the execution period of the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 and the execution period of the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 is aspect 2. Each period matches the difference (T6-T3) between the period of the return prevention notification, etc. when the setting suggestion effect of 1 is executed and the period of the return prevention notification, etc. when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed. It is set. Further, when the setting suggestion effect is not executed, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (C), the return prevention notification and the alert display are executed for the same period as when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 is executed. do. If the setting suggestion effect is not executed, after the next mode notification is executed for the period of T7, the same notification (display) is performed for the same period as when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 is executed.

In either case, after the return prevention notification and the warning display are performed, the next mode notification is performed for the period of T4, and the ending effect is ended. After the end of the ending effect, that is, after the end of the big hit game state, it is controlled to the probabilistic state, but if the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed, the extension operation is performed, and the extension flag is on, FIG. As shown in -8 (A), the special background is displayed for 15 fluctuations. In the example shown in FIG. 9-8, the relationship between the respective execution periods is T4 <T3 <T1 <T6 <T5 <T2 <T7, but the relationship is not limited to this, and T4 <T3 = T1 <T6. The relationship may be <T5 <T2 <T7, and as long as the relationship T1 <T5 <T2 is established, the other periods may be arbitrary. That is, in this example, although the example in which the difference between T2 and T5 is adjusted by T3 and T6 is shown, the difference may be adjusted including T4, and the period of T4 is used instead of T3 and T6 in aspects 1 and 2. The difference between T2 and T5 may be adjusted by being different from the above.

FIG. 9-9 is a diagram showing an example of an effect operation when an ending effect or the like is executed. Specifically, an example of an effect operation when the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed in the ending effect is shown. Further, in the illustrated example, an extension operation is performed and a special background is displayed after the end of the big hit game state. First, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (A), when the jackpot symbol stops, a round game is subsequently performed. Then, with the start of the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (B), a camera image is displayed to urge the player to prepare for shooting as a preparatory effect, and when is the execution timing of the setting suggestion effect? , 9-9 (B) and 9-9 (C) show a countdown. In addition, this preparatory effect suggests to the player that the player should pay attention to the character by displaying a message such as "Attention to the character after ○ seconds" instead of simply performing the countdown display. It is also a production. That is, the preparatory effect is also an effect that includes an explanation of the content of the setting suggestion effect. In the illustrated example, it is only a message that the character is focused, but the content of the setting suggestion effect may be explained in more detail, for example, whether the character A appears or not.

Then, when the preparation effect is completed, the setting suggestion effect is executed as shown in FIG. 9-9 (D). Since it is a setting suggestion effect of the first aspect, a special effect of displaying an effect that makes the surroundings of the displayed character A stand out is also executed. Further, as shown in the figure, the feature unit 063AK visually displays the display time of the character of the character A corresponding to the aspect 1 to the player when the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 is executed. In the illustrated example, the display period is visually recognizable on the meter display, but a countdown display may be used. The control of the display time of the character may be executed in step 063AKS034 when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed, or may be executed in step 063AKS007 when the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed. In addition, a process for controlling the display period may be added separately.

Subsequently, in the extended operation display period, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (E), the image of the push button 31B is displayed as the extended operation display. In the feature unit 063AK, the extension operation display is performed in such a manner that it can be recognized that the extension is performed by performing the operation. Therefore, it is easy for the player to understand what happens when the operation is performed, and the game interest can be improved.

Then, when the player's operation on the push button 31B is detected, the display is extended as shown in FIG. 9-9 (F) as the extension flag is turned on, that is, special after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Visibly display that the background is displayed. In addition, in the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (F), an example of displaying a message such as "special time has entered!", That is, an example of performing the next mode notification is shown, but this is an example, and the next time. The mode notification does not have to be performed. The next mode notification may be executed in other periods in addition to the execution period of T4 shown in FIG. 9-8, and may be executed, for example, within the execution period of the setting suggestion effect. FIG. 9-9 (F) shows an example in that case. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 9-9 (F), unlike FIGS. 9-9 (D) and 9-9 (E), the character of character A is in a pose with a V sign. , The pose may be the same as in FIG. 9-9 (D) and FIG. 9-9 (E). For example, as shown in the figure, when the pose of the character changes with the passage of time, the pose character at the timing when the push button 31B is operated may be displayed as a special background after the end of the big hit game state. In the example shown in FIG. 9-9, the push button 31B is operated in the manner shown in FIG. 9-9 (F), and the character image of the pose is displayed as a special background. Separately from this, even if the pose of the character changes with the passage of time, the character image of the pose displayed at the start of the setting suggestion effect may be displayed as a special background regardless of the operation timing.

During the return prevention notification and warning display period, as shown in Fig. 9-9 (G), the return prevention notification includes the message "Please be careful not to forget to remove the card." To prevent forgetting to remove the card. The image of "Pachinko is a play that you can enjoy moderately! Let's be careful about getting into it." Is displayed as a warning display. Then, in the next mode notification period, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (H), the message "Special time has entered!" Is displayed, and then the ending effect ends, so that the big hit game state ends. In addition to the next mode notification, for example, the logo of the manufacturer of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be displayed. Further, in the illustrated example, the character image of the character A displayed as the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is displayed in accordance with the return prevention notification and the warning display. When the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect is executed, the character image of the character B may be displayed together, and when the setting suggestion effect is not executed, the character image may not be displayed. In addition, unlike this, a common character image may be displayed together with the return prevention notification and the warning display regardless of whether or not the setting suggestion effect is executed.

After the jackpot game state ends, it is controlled to the probable change state. Then, since the extension operation is performed by the player, the special background is displayed as shown in FIG. 9-9 (I) until the 15th variable display is completed. Although the effect image as a special effect is not displayed and only the character image is displayed, the effect image may also be displayed. Further, in the feature unit 063AK, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (I), 15 memory displays are performed as the remaining number display, and the memory display is turned off one by one after each variable display is completed. ing. In the illustrated example, an example of a state in which the third variable display is performed after the end of the big hit game state is shown.

In addition, in the feature unit 063AK in this embodiment, when the operation by the player is performed, the special background is displayed in the variable display a predetermined number of times (15 times) after the end of the big hit game state, and the aspect 1 is supported. Although an example of extending the character display to be performed is shown, the special background may be displayed in the variable display of a predetermined time (15 times) regardless of the operation of the player. According to this, the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed, that is, the display suggesting that the ball ejection rate is set to a high setting value (advantageous setting value) is performed for a long period of time. It is possible to appeal to the player of the above and give a sense of superiority to the player of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Further, in addition to this, when the operation is performed by the player, the special background may be displayed (+15 times) in the variable display 30 times instead of the variable display 15 times. Further, for example, the later the operation timing by the player, the greater the number of variable displays in which the special background is displayed. The variable display in which the special background is displayed depending on the timing during the extended operation display period. The number of times may be different. This can attract the player's interest in displaying the special background for a longer period of time. Further, for example, when the operation is performed according to a plurality of specific timings existing during the extended operation display period, the variable display number of times the special background is displayed may be increased. Further, for example, among a plurality of specific timings, +10 times when the operation is performed at the first specific timing, and +10 times when the operation is performed at the second specific timing, etc., depending on the number of operations according to the plurality of specific timings. The variable number of times the special background is displayed may be increased. Further, the variable display number of times that the special background is displayed may be reduced (for example, -1 time) by an operation other than the specific timing. According to this, it is possible to increase the motivation of the player to operate at a specific timing.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 063AK of the present embodiment, the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 having a high ratio determined when the high setting value is set and the setting suggestion effect of the low setting value are set. Of the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 having a high ratio determined in the case, as shown in FIG. 9-8, the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed for a longer period than the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 (from T5). But T2 is longer). According to this, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK, the setting suggestion effect is executed in the ending effect, and different characters are displayed in the first aspect and the second aspect. According to this, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

As shown in FIG. 9-8, the execution period of the ending effect in the feature unit 063AK is a common execution period regardless of whether the setting suggestion effect of aspect 1 is executed or the setting suggestion effect of aspect 2 is executed. Is. According to this, it is not necessary to change the execution period of the ending effect depending on the mode of the setting suggestion effect, and the control burden on the main board 11 side can be reduced.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK, as shown in FIG. 9-8 (B), by extending the period of the return prevention notification and the warning display, the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed and the setting of the second aspect. The difference in the execution period when the suggestion effect is executed is adjusted. By extending the execution period of the return prevention notification, it is possible to prevent forgetting to remove the prepaid card or the like as a recording medium for games. In addition, as a warning display, the period of the squeeze prevention display is extended, so that the squeeze into the game can be reduced.

In the feature unit 063AK, the setting suggestion effect is executed after the lapse of a specific period, which is the execution period of the preparation effect, after the ending effect is started. Since the setting suggestion effect is executed after the period as the preparatory effect has elapsed, it is possible to make it easier to pay attention to the mode of the setting suggestion effect rather than executing the setting suggestion effect at the start of the ending effect.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-8, the period of the preparatory effect in the feature unit 063AK is shorter than the execution period of the setting suggestion effect (T1 <T5 <T2). Therefore, after the lapse of a specific period, which is the execution period of the preparation effect, the setting suggestion effect for a period longer than the specific period is executed. According to this, it is possible to easily grasp the setting suggestion effect.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK, an extension operation display is performed, and when an operation is performed by the player within the extension operation display period, a special background is used in the 15 variable displays executed after the end of the jackpot game state. The image of the character corresponding to the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is displayed. According to this, it can be grasped that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed even after the end of the big hit game state.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK, when the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed, the special effect is also executed. The special effect is an effect of displaying an effect image around the character corresponding to the first aspect, and is an effect that is not executed when the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect is executed. Therefore, it is possible to easily grasp the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect. Further, as a special effect, the feature unit 063AK may output a special sound which is the same sound as the sound output when the jackpot game state is controlled. According to this, the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect may be output. It can be easily grasped.

(Modification example of feature part 063AK)
In the feature unit 063AK of the above-described embodiment, the modes 1 and 2 are prepared as the mode of the setting suggestion effect, and the mode 1 has a high ratio of being determined when the setting value is advantageous. Although a certain example is shown, for example, the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 may be a setting suggestion effect of an aspect in which it is confirmed that the setting value is set to an advantageous value. The advantageous setting value means a setting value having a high ball ejection rate as described above, and is a setting value in which the base value obtained by multiplying the number of so-called safe balls by the number of launching balls by 100 is 100 or more. (For example, set value 4 or more). According to this, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 in which the advantageous setting value is determined, and it is possible to improve the game entertainment.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK of the above embodiment, an example of displaying the image of the push button 31B as an extension operation display is shown (see FIG. 9-9 (E)), but in addition to this, the operation by the player is effective. The operation validity period that can be accepted may be displayed so that the player can visually recognize it. In this case, the operation valid period may be, for example, a meter display or a countdown display. Further, in the feature unit 063AK of the above-described embodiment, an example in which the return prevention notification and the warning display are simultaneously performed is shown, but the return prevention notification and the warning display are alternately and repeatedly displayed, and T4 in FIG. 9-8 is shown. Of the period, the first half may be a return prevention notification and the second half may be a warning display.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK of the above-described embodiment, the period of the return prevention notification and the warning display is different between the case where the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is performed and the case where the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect is performed. An example of adjusting the execution period of the ending effect itself (T3 and T6 in FIG. 9-8) is shown, but in addition to this, the adjustment is made including the period of the next mode notification (T4 in FIG. 9-8). You may try to do it. Of the period of the return prevention notification and the warning display, one of them may be T6 and the other period may be T3.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK of the above embodiment, the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is executed by displaying the special background (extending display) in the 15 times variable display performed after the end of the big hit game state. An example is shown in which the fact is made visible to the player, and the image corresponding to the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect can be photographed again during the ending effect. Is an example. If the player can recognize that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect has been performed after the end of the jackpot game state (it can be taken as an image or a moving image), the extended display aspect is not limited to the special background, for example. , The hold display is set to the aspect of the character of the aspect 1, a special notice effect corresponding to the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 is executed, or the decorative pattern is different from the normal time and the character of the aspect 1 is executed. May be added. Further, it may be possible to select which of these modes is used depending on the operation timing of the player. According to this, since the extended display can be performed in the mode desired by the player, it is possible to improve the interest of the game. Further, regardless of the operation timing of the player, it may be possible to select in which mode the extended display is to be performed, or it may be determined by lottery. Further, even when the operation is performed by the player, it may be possible to select again whether or not to perform the extended display by, for example, operating the cross key or the stick controller 31A.

Further, in the feature unit 063AK of the above-described embodiment, an example in which the setting suggestion effect of the first and second aspects is executed during the ending effect is shown, but this is an example. If the execution period of the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect is longer than that of the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect, the execution timing of the setting suggestion effect is arbitrary, and may be, for example, during a specific round game. It may be during variable display such as during reach production. If it is executed during the round game, it may be set in step S176 of FIG. 7, and if it is executed during the variable display, it may be set in the process of step S171 of FIG. 7 and executed in the process of step S172. ..

(Explanation related to the association of characteristic parts)
Each configuration relating to the feature portion 048AK and the feature portion 063AK may be appropriately combined with a part or all of the respective configurations relating to the other feature portions. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to other feature portions. For example, when the setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 063AK is not performed in the ending effect, the setting suggestion effect by the stop symbol in the feature unit 048AK may be executed. Further, for example, when the setting suggestion effect of the aspect 1 in the feature unit 063AK is executed in the ending effect, the setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 048AK may be further executed. In this case, it is different from FIG. 8-23. The setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 048AK may be executed with reference to the table. That is, it is set to a high setting so as not to suggest that it is set to an unfavorable setting value even though it is suggested to be set to an advantageous setting value in the first aspect. The setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 048AK may be executed with reference to the table in which the determination ratio is set for the mode suggesting that the condition is present. According to this, it is suggested that both the setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 063AK and the setting suggestion effect in the feature unit 048AK are set to advantageous setting values, which gives the player a sense of expectation. It is possible to improve the game entertainment.

(Explanation of feature part 82AK)
Subsequently, the feature 82AK will be described. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 82AK can display a suggestion display whose display mode can be changed stepwise, and the display mode of the suggestion display has changed to a specific stage (for example, the meter is full). It is possible to execute a specific effect according to the fact that the count value of the counter has reached a predetermined value, the number of effect images has reached a predetermined number, and the like). The display pattern of the suggestion display includes a first display pattern that changes to a specific stage during the variable display when the display of the display is started, and a display pattern before the specific stage during the variable display when the display of the suggestion is started. A second display pattern that changes up to a stage and changes to a specific stage during the variable display after the variable display (for example, a pattern in which the display mode of the suggestion display changes stepwise over a plurality of variable displays). And at least include. The specific effect is an effect that is executed over a predetermined period while suggesting an expectation degree controlled in an advantageous state. Then, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 82AK displays the suggestion display in the second display pattern, after the suggestion display changes in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started, the suggestion display is changed in a shorter period than the predetermined period. It is characterized by notifying that the display of the suggestion display is continued according to the timing at which the variable display ends and the variable display ends.

In this way, since the notification that the suggestion display continues to be displayed is performed according to the timing at which the variable display ends, the notification that the suggestion display continues during the variable display is performed, and the variable display is notified. Can be prevented from being perceived as having low expectations and deteriorating its interest. In other words, the player's expectation can be maintained until the timing when the variable display ends, and the interest of the effect related to the suggestion display can be improved.

The first display pattern of the suggestion display may be the first change pattern in which the suggestion display starts to change from the initial stage in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. The second display pattern of the suggestion display may be a second change pattern in which the suggestion display starts to change from a predetermined stage after the initial stage in the variable display after the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. be.

Hereinafter, the characteristic portion of the pachinko gaming machine 1 having the feature 82AK will be described, but for the other portions, the configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the configuration of the other feature portions of the basic description may be appropriately adopted.

FIG. 10-1 is a flowchart showing the operation of the pre-reading notice setting process of the feature unit 82AK. The look-ahead advance notice process is executed in step S161 of FIG. In the pre-reading notice setting process of the feature unit 82AK, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the start winning has occurred due to the entry of the game ball into the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening (). Step 82 AKS001). In the process of step 82AKS001, it may be determined whether or not the start winning is generated by, for example, determining whether or not the effect control command for designating the occurrence of the starting winning is received from the main board 11. When it is determined that the start winning has not occurred (step 82AKS001; No), the pre-reading notice setting process is terminated.

When it is determined that a start prize has occurred (step 82AKS001; Yes), whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect related to the feature unit 82AK and the suggestion display effect pattern when executing are determined based on the start prize. (Step 82AKS002).

In the feature unit 82AK, when the specific effect is executed during the variable display, the suggestion display suggesting that the specific effect is executed is displayed, and the suggestion display effect in which the display mode of the suggestion display changes stepwise is executed. It is designed to be done. In the suggestion display effect, when the display mode of the suggestion display changes to a specific stage, the specific effect is executed thereafter. The specific effect may be executed immediately after the display mode of the suggestion display changes to a specific stage, or the execution of the specific effect is stocked when the display mode of the suggestion display changes to a specific stage. After that, a specific effect may be executed.

The specific effect may be, for example, an effect that announces / suggests that a big hit will occur. Specifically, it may be a pseudo-ream, a super reach, a cut-in effect during reach, a chance-up effect, a countdown effect, a hold change notice, a background change effect, or the like. The specific effect may be an effect that indicates useful information to the player, such as an effect that suggests a gaming state or an effect that suggests a set value.

In the process of step 82AKS002, first, based on the effect control command that specifies the determination result of the look-ahead determination received at the time of the start winning, the specific effect (pseudo-ream, super reach (in this embodiment, pseudo-reach, super reach) in the variable display corresponding to the start prize. It pre-reads whether or not the SP reach) and the cut-in effect during reach (cut-in) are executed, and determines whether or not the suggestion display effect is executed.

In step 82AKS002, for example, whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect is determined at the ratio shown in FIG. 10-3 (A) according to the type of the specific effect. In this embodiment, the suggestion display effect is easily executed in the order of cut-in> SP reach> pseudo-ream in the order of the specific effect type. It is easier to execute. As described above, in this embodiment, the execution ratio of the suggestion display effect differs depending on the type of the specific effect. As a result, it is possible to have a sense of expectation as to which specific effect is executed by displaying the suggestion display.

The execution ratio shown in FIG. 10-3 (A) is an example, and the execution ratio of the suggestion display effect may be different depending on the type of the specific effect. Further, the execution ratio of the suggestion display effect according to the type of the specific effect may be arbitrary, and the suggestion display effect may be executed at the same ratio regardless of which specific effect is executed. Further, the execution ratio of the suggestion display effect may be different depending on the display result of the variable display in which the specific effect is executed.

If no specific effect is executed in the variable display based on the pre-read start prize, the suggestion display effect is determined without execution in step 82AKS002. In addition, even when the specific effect is not executed, the suggestion display effect of so-called Gase (the suggestion display does not change to a specific stage and the specific effect is not executed) may be executed, but in this embodiment, the suggestion of Gase is executed. Whether or not to execute the display effect is determined at the start of the variable display. On the other hand, whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect of Gase may also be determined in step 82AKS002 based on the determination result of the look-ahead determination.

In the feature unit 82AK, as a suggestion display effect pattern which is a display pattern of the suggestion display, a first display pattern (once) in which the display mode of the suggestion display changes to a specific stage during the variable display in which the suggestion display is started to be displayed. A pattern that changes to a specific stage during variable display) and a pattern that changes to a stage before a specific stage during variable display when the suggestion display is started, and is specified during variable display after the variable display. A second display pattern (a pattern that changes to a specific stage over two variable displays) is provided.

FIG. 10-2 is a timing chart of the suggestion display effect of the feature unit 82AK. FIG. 10-2 (A) is a timing chart of the suggestion display effect of the first display pattern. As shown in FIG. 10-2 (A), in the first display pattern, a meter image (suggestion display) is displayed on the image display device 5 at a predetermined timing after the start of variable display, and the meters in the meter image are gradually increased. Then, the suggestion display effect that becomes MAX (specific stage) is executed. After that, the specific effect is executed during the variable display. After the meter reaches MAX, for example, an effect image indicating that the execution of the specific effect is in stock is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-2 (A), another advance notice effect may be executed in parallel with the suggestion display effect.

FIG. 10-2 (B) is a timing chart of the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern. As shown in FIG. 10-2 (B), in the second display pattern, a meter image (suggestion display) is displayed on the image display device 5 at a predetermined timing after the start of variable display, and the meter in the meter image is gradually increased. Then, the variable display ends without reaching MAX. At this time, at the end of the variable display, continuous notification is executed to notify that the suggestion display effect will continue in the next variable display. Then, after the next variable display is started, the suggestion display effect is executed in which the meter in the meter image is gradually increased to reach MAX (specific stage). After that, the specific effect is executed during the variable display. As described above, in the second display pattern, the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect is executed at the end timing of the variable display. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from losing the expectation for the variable display due to the continuous notification being executed before the end of the variable display. In other words, the expectation for the suggestion display effect can be maintained until the end of the variable display.

In the second display pattern, the period t1 from the start of change of the meter image to the end of the variable display is shorter than the execution period t2 of the specific effect (the shortest execution period among the plurality of types of specific effects). That is, in the second display pattern, the change of the meter image is started at the timing when the specific effect cannot be completed during the variable display. By doing so, the suggestion display effect can be executed even in the situation where it is recognized that the specific effect is not executed during the variable display from the situation of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Therefore, the suggestion display effect can be executed. The opportunity can be increased, and the player's expectation can be maintained regardless of the start timing of the suggestion display effect (the change start timing of the suggestion display).

In step 82AKS002, when it is decided to execute the suggestion display effect, it is determined which of the suggestion display effect patterns should be used. In step 82AKS002, the display result is pre-read to the variable display corresponding to the start winning, and the suggestion display effect pattern is determined, based on the effect control command for specifying the pre-reading determination determination result received at the time of the start winning. Here, the suggestion display effect pattern is determined, for example, at the ratio shown in FIG. 10-3 (B), depending on whether the display result is a big hit or the presence or absence of super reach. In this embodiment, the second display pattern has a higher jackpot reliability and the rate of execution of super reach than the first display pattern. By doing so, it is possible to announce and suggest that a big hit or a super reach will occur depending on the effect pattern of the suggestion display effect. The determination ratio of the suggestion display effect pattern shown in FIG. 10-3 (B) is an example, and the determination ratio may be arbitrary. Further, the determination ratio of the suggestion display effect pattern may be different depending on the type of the specific effect.

Note that FIG. 10-3 (B) shows the determination ratio when there is pending information before the start winning prize this time. If there is no hold information before the start prize this time, the suggestion display effect by the second display pattern in which the suggestion display effect is executed over the two variable displays cannot be executed, so the first display pattern is determined. To.

After determining whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect and the suggestion display effect pattern in step 82AKS002, whether or not to execute a look-ahead notice effect different from the suggestion display effect based on the current start prize, and when to execute it. (Step 82AKS003).

In this embodiment, as the pre-reading notice type, which is a type of pre-reading notice effect, the hold change notice that changes the display mode of the corresponding hold display (active display) and the display result of the variable display of the notice target are stopped and displayed. A background change notice that changes the background image in the image display device 5 to a notice mode, and a decorative pattern that constitutes a predetermined chance eye in the image display device 5 in the variable display immediately before the variable display of the notice target, etc. There is a stop symbol notice to display the stop. As the pre-reading notice effect, other advance notice effects may be executed, or a plurality of types of pre-reading notice effects may be executed in parallel.

In the process of step 82AKS003, the display result and the variation category (rough classification of the variation pattern, etc.) are pre-read based on the effect control command that specifies the determination result of the pre-reading determination received at the time of the start winning, and the pre-reading notice effect is produced. Whether or not to execute the command and the type of pre-reading notice are determined. Further, in this embodiment, whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is executed and the determination ratio of the pre-reading notice type are different depending on whether or not the suggestion display effect is executed.

FIG. 10-4 (A) shows the presence / absence of execution of the pre-reading notice and the determination ratio of the pre-reading notice type (decision ratio in step 82AKS003) when it is decided not to execute the suggestion display effect in step 82AKS002. There is. FIG. 10-4 (B) shows whether or not the pre-reading notice is executed and the determination ratio of the pre-reading notice type when it is decided to execute the suggestion display effect in step 82AKS002. Here, whether or not the pre-reading notice is executed and the type of pre-reading notice are determined according to whether or not the display result is a big hit and whether or not there is super reach. And, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, the jackpot reliability and the ratio of executing the super reach are higher than when it is not executed.

As shown in FIG. 10-4, when the suggestion display effect is not executed, the hold change notice, the background change notice, and the stop symbol notice are executed at equal proportions as the look-ahead notice effect. When the display effect is executed , only the stop symbol notice is executed as the look-ahead notice effect, and the execution rate of the look-ahead notice effect (execution rate at the time of super reach loss) is also high. In this way, when the suggestion display effect is executed, the stop symbol notice is easily executed as the pre-reading notice effect, so that the stop symbol notice is given in parallel with the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect in the second display pattern. It will be easier to execute. That is, when the chance eye of the stop symbol notice stops, the ratio of continuous notification of the suggestion display effect increases at the same timing. By doing so, it is possible to increase the expectation for the suggestion display and improve the effect of the decorative pattern when it is stopped.

Further, when the suggestion display effect is executed, the execution of the pre-reading advance notice effect that can be executed before the variable display of the advance notice target such as the hold change notice and the background change notice is restricted. By doing so, the suggestion display effect is started while the pre-reading notice effect is being executed, so that the display mode of the suggestion display changes to a specific stage and the specific effect is executed (suggestion). It is possible to prevent the player from first grasping that the display effect is not sloppy) and the effect of the suggestion display effect is reduced.

Further, in step 82AKS003, when it is decided to execute the stop symbol notice, it is determined which symbol is to be stopped as a chance eye. In this embodiment, as a chance eye in the variable display immediately before the variable display to be announced, "even-numbered alignment" consisting of only even-numbered symbols, "odd-numbered alignment" consisting of only odd-numbered symbols, and continuous numbers are lined up. There is a "line".

FIG. 10-5 (A) shows the determination ratio of the chance eye when it is determined not to execute the suggestion display effect in step 82AKS002. FIG. 10-5 (B) shows the determination ratio of the chance eye when it is determined to execute the suggestion display effect in step 82AKS002. Here, it is decided at one of the chances depending on whether or not the display result is a big hit and whether or not there is a super reach. Then, in the order of "alignment"> "odd number alignment"> "even number alignment", the jackpot reliability and the rate of execution of super reach are increasing.

As shown in FIG. 10-5, when the suggestion display effect is executed, the ratio of being determined as "alignment" is higher than when the suggestion display effect is not executed. In this way, when the suggestion display effect is executed, the stop symbol notice at which the chance of the "line-up" is stopped is easily executed, so that the suggestion display effect is continuously notified in the second display pattern. As a result, the chances of "line-up" are more likely to be stopped, the expectation for the suggestion display can be increased, and the effect of the decorative pattern when stopped is improved.

The execution ratios and decision ratios shown in FIGS. 10-4 and 10-5 are examples, and the execution ratios and decision ratios are arbitrary if it can be announced and suggested that a big hit or a super reach will be achieved by the pre-reading notice effect. It's fine. For example, even when the suggestion display effect is executed, the pending change notice or the background change notice may be executed. In this case, for example, the pending change notice or the background change notice may be executed after the display mode of the suggestion display reaches a specific stage. Further, the determination ratio of the chance item type may be the same regardless of the presence or absence of the suggestion display effect.

Although detailed determination ratios and the like are omitted here, in step 82AKS003, when it is decided to execute the hold change notice, the change pattern of the hold change notice effect mode (for example, the display mode of the hold display or the active display). ) Is determined. When it is decided to execute the background change notice, the effect mode (change pattern and change timing of the background image) of the background change notice is determined. By doing so, it is possible to give notice / suggest that a big hit or a super reach will occur depending on the production mode of the pre-reading notice effect.

After executing the process of step 82AKS003, the determination results in step 82AKS002 and step 82AKS003 are saved in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (step 82AKS004), and a specific display (hold display or active display) corresponding to the current start winning prize is displayed. (For example, specific display control according to the presence / absence of a pending change notice) is performed (step 82AKS005), and the look-ahead notice setting process is terminated.

FIG. 10-6 is a flowchart showing the operation of the suggestion display effect determination process of the feature unit 82AK. The suggestion display effect determination process is executed at the start of variable display in the variable display start setting process of step S171 of FIG. 7. The suggestion display effect determination process is a process for determining whether or not to execute the so-called Gase (the suggestion display does not change to a specific stage and the specific effect is not executed) when the specific effect is not executed. Is. In the suggestion display effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not it is determined to execute the suggestion display effect (suggestion display effect that is not a waste) in the current variable display (step 82AKS011). If it is determined to execute the suggestion display effect (suggestion display effect that is not irrelevant) (step 82AKS011; Yes), the suggestion display effect determination process is terminated.

When it is not decided to execute the suggestion display effect (suggestion display effect that is not irrelevant) (step 82AKS011; No), it is determined whether or not the display result of the variable display this time is non-reach loss (step 82AKS012). ). When the display result of the variable display this time is not a non-reach loss (step 82AKS012; No), that is, at least when the variable display is a variable display in which the reach is executed, the reach is performed even though the suggestion display effect of Gase is executed. In order to prevent inconsistencies in the effects such as the execution of, the suggestion display effect determination process is terminated. In addition, even when the reach is executed, the suggestion display effect of Gase may be executed. By doing so, it is possible to execute an unexpected effect by executing the reach even though the suggestion display effect of Gase is executed.

When the display result of the variable display this time is non-reach loss (step 82AKS012; Yes), it is determined whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect of Gase and the suggestion display effect pattern when executing (step 82AKS013).

FIG. 10-7 shows the determination ratio in step 82AKS013. As shown in FIG. 10-7, when there is no pending information at present and the suggestion display effect of Gase by the second display pattern cannot be executed, the first display pattern may be determined. If there is currently pending information, it may be determined as the first display pattern or the second display pattern. In this case, the determination ratio of the second display pattern is lower than that of the first display pattern. As described above, the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is less likely to be distorted than the suggestion display effect of the first display pattern.

That is, when the suggestion display effect is executed in the second change pattern in which the suggestion display starts changing from a predetermined stage after the initial stage in the variable display after the variable display in which the suggestion display is started is started. Is less likely to be a suggestion display effect of Gase than when the suggestion display effect is executed in the first change pattern in which the suggestion display starts to change from the initial stage in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. There is. By doing so, the display mode of the suggestion display does not change to a specific stage even though the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern and the second change pattern is executed over a plurality of variable displays. It is possible to suppress the disappointment of the player due to the fact that the specific effect is not executed.

The determination ratio shown in FIG. 10-7 is an example, and the determination ratio may be arbitrary. For example, the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern (second change pattern) may not be distorted by not being determined by the second display pattern (second change pattern). Further, when the suggestion display effect of Gase is executed other than the non-reach loss, the execution rate of the suggestion display effect of Gase and the determination rate of the suggestion display effect pattern may be different depending on the fluctuation pattern and the display result. Further, contrary to the present embodiment, the suggestion display effect of the first display pattern (first change pattern) may be less likely to be distorted than the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern (second change pattern). ..

After executing the process of step 82AKS013, the determination result in step 82AKS013 is saved in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (step 82AKS014), and the suggestion display effect determination process is terminated.

FIG. 10-8 is a flowchart showing the operation of the variable end processing of the feature unit 82AK. The pre-reading advance notice process is executed at the end of the variable display in the variable display during effect process of step S172 of FIG. 7. In the variable end processing, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is being executed (step 82AKS021). If the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is not being executed (step 82AKS021; No), the processing at the end of the fluctuation is terminated. For example, a suggestion display effect executing flag is set at the start of the suggestion display effect, and the flag is reset at the end of the suggestion display effect. In step 82AKS021, the suggestion display effect is executed by confirming the flag. It may be determined whether or not it is inside. Further, it may be determined whether or not it is the second display pattern by referring to the determination result of the suggestion display effect pattern.

If the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is being executed (step 82AKS021; Yes), a setting for executing continuous notification for notifying that the suggestion display effect is continued (for example, effect control for executing continuous notification) is being executed. (Set of data, etc.) is performed (step 82AKS022), and the processing at the end of the fluctuation is completed.

Subsequently, an example of the production operation of the feature unit 82AK will be described. FIG. 10-9 is a diagram showing an example of the effect operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the feature unit 82AK, and shows an example of the effect operation when the suggestion display effect of the first display pattern is executed. In FIG. 10-9 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is executed in each decorative symbol display area 5L, 5C, 5R of the image display device 5 on the “left”, “middle”, and “right” by the downward arrow. It shows that there is. Here, when the suggestion display effect is executed, the meter image 82AK001 is displayed as the suggestion display as shown in FIG. 10-9 (B). In the suggestion display effect, an effect is executed in which the black portion (meter) of the meter image 82AK001 is gradually increased in the right direction. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (C), when the meter in the meter image 82AK001 reaches MAX (specific stage), the execution of the specific effect is stocked as shown in FIG. 10-9 (D). As an image showing the above, the bomb production image 82AK002 is displayed.

After that, for example, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (E), the numbers "7" are stopped and displayed in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, and the reach state is reached. Here, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (F), the effect image of the bomb effect image 82AK002 explodes, and as shown in FIG. 10-9 (G), the display screen of the image display device 5 is blacked out. , As shown in FIG. 10-9 (H), the reach effect of the super reach is started as a specific effect.

In this way, the suggestion display effect is executed, and the effect as if the specific effect is stocked can be executed in response to the fact that the meter image 82AK001 as the suggestion display has reached MAX (specific stage). Then, by consuming the effect image 82AK002 of the bomb indicating that the execution of the specific effect is stocked, it is possible to execute the effect as if it has developed into a super reach as the specific effect.

It should be noted that a plurality of types of images indicating that the execution of the specific effect is stocked may be provided so that different images are displayed according to the type of the stocked specific effect. Further, a plurality of images indicating that the execution of the specific effect is stocked may be displayed so that the execution of the plurality of specific effects is stocked. In this case, an image indicating that multiple executions of the specific effect have been stocked in one suggestion display effect may be displayed, or the suggestion display effect is executed a plurality of times and the suggestion display is at a specific stage each time. It is also possible to increase the number of images showing that the execution of the specific effect is stocked. For example, in a variable display in which a plurality of specific effects are executed, such as a variable display that becomes a super reach via a pseudo-ream, an image showing that the suggestion display effect is executed multiple times and the execution of the specific effect is stocked. May be displayed. Then, at the execution timing of the specific effect, the effect may be executed so that the stock is consumed and the specific effect is executed.

FIG. 10-10 is a diagram showing an example of the effect operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the feature unit 82AK, and shows an example of the effect operation when the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is executed. In FIG. 10-10 (A), the number “6” is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display area 5L of the “left” of the image display device 5, and the “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5C, It is shown that the variable display of the decorative pattern is executed in 5R. Further, the meter image 82AK001 is displayed and the suggestion display effect is started, but the meter is not increased.

In the case of the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern, after that, as shown in FIG. 10-10 (B), the variable display is executed until the end before the meter in the meter image 82AK001 reaches MAX (specific stage). When the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed (fixed stop) in each "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C and the variable display ends, the continuous notification image 82AK003 (indicating a pause) is used to notify that the suggestion display effect is continued. (By the effect image) is displayed. In this way, when the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect is executed, so that the expectation in the variable display is not impaired until just before the stop display of the decorative symbol (end of the variable display), and the expectation is increased. Can be maintained.

The execution timing of the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect is not limited to the timing at which the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed in each "middle" decorative symbol display area 5C, and the decorative symbol is stopped in the "left" decorative symbol display area 5L. Others related to the stop of variable display such as the timing to display, the timing to stop and display the decorative symbol in each decorative symbol display area 5R on the "right", the temporary stop until the final stop of all decorative symbols (when the shaking fluctuates), etc. The continuous notification of the suggestion display effect may be executed at the timing of. Further, the execution timing of the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect may be one of a plurality of types. For example, by executing continuous notification while avoiding the fixed stop of the decorative symbol, the stopped symbol can be focused on. For example, attention is paid to whether or not the stop symbol notice is executed (whether or not the chance eye is stopped). Can be made to.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-10 (C), the continuous notification image 82AK003 is erased at the start of the next variable display, and the suggestion display effect in which the meter is increased in the meter image 82AK001 is restarted. In this way, by deleting the continuous notification image 82AK003 according to the start timing of the next variable display, it becomes clear that the suggestion display effect has been restarted, and the next time the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect is executed. It is possible to prevent the expectation in the variable display from being reduced.

In the next variable display in which the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect is executed, the continuous notification image 82AK003 may be deleted at the timing when the meter increases after the start of the variable display. By doing so, the player pays attention to the timing at which the meter increases in the next variable display in which the continuous notification is executed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 10-10 (D), when the meter in the meter image 82AK001 reaches MAX (specific stage), the execution of the specific effect is stocked as shown in FIG. 10-10 (E). As an image showing the above, the bomb production image 82AK002 is displayed.

In addition, when the suggestion display effect shown in FIG. 10-10 (A) is Gase (Gase of the first display pattern), the meter image 82AK001 does not reach MAX (specific stage), and FIG. 10-10 (B' ), The variable display ends in the middle of the process. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-10 (C'), the meter image 82AK001 is erased at the start of the next variable display or before the start. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the meter image 82AK001 that has not reached a specific stage from being continuously displayed and to reduce the expectation for the next variable display.

(Modification example of feature portion 82AK)
This feature portion is not limited to this embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible, and further features may be added. Further, not all of the configurations described in the above embodiment are essential configurations, and some of them may be missing. Moreover, you may combine this feature part and other feature part as appropriate.

For example, the feature unit 063AK may be introduced into the pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature unit 82AK. That is, like the feature unit 063AK, the pachinko gaming machine 1 related to the feature unit 82AK has a plurality of stages of setting values having different probabilities of being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, the setting value from 1 which is the most disadvantageous to the player). Regarding the setting means (for example, CPU 103 that executes the setting value change process) that can be set to any of the setting values (such as a value up to 6 which is an advantageous setting value for the player) and the setting value in a predetermined period. A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step 063AKS007) that can execute the setting suggestion effect for making a suggestion is provided, and the first set value and the setting value of the plurality of stages are provided. The setting suggestion includes at least a second setting value that is more disadvantageous than the first setting value (for example, a value from 1 that is the most disadvantageous setting value to 6 that is the most advantageous setting value for the player). As the execution mode of the effect, the first aspect in which the ratio selected when the first set value is set is high and the second mode in which the ratio selected when the second set value is set is high are high. (For example, "Aspect 1" is determined as the set value is higher, the rate of determination is higher, while "Aspect 2" is determined as the set value is lower. The setting suggestion effect executing means executes the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect for a longer period of time than the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect (for example, shown in FIG. 10-8). As such, T2> T5, etc.) may be used. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

In the above embodiment, the suggestion display effect of displaying the meter image 82AK001 as the suggestion display is executed, but the suggestion display is a display in which the effect mode changes stepwise and can be changed up to a specific stage. Often, it may be a counter, a clock, an image that increases the number of displayed images, or the like. Further, a plurality of types of suggestion displays may be provided. In this case, the type of the specific effect to be executed when the displayed suggestion display changes to a specific stage and the ratio of which specific effect is executed may be different. By doing so, the player pays attention to which suggestion display is displayed, and the interest of the game is improved.

Further, in the above embodiment, the suggestion display effect of displaying one meter image 82AK001 as the suggestion display is executed, but even if the suggestion display effect of displaying a plurality of suggestion displays at the same time is executed. good. In this case, the type of the specific effect to be executed when each of the plurality of suggestion displays changes to a specific stage and the ratio of which specific effect is executed may be different. By doing so, the player pays attention to which suggestion display is displayed, and by displaying multiple suggestion displays, the player's expectation can be raised, and the interest of the game is enhanced. improves.

In the above embodiment, three types of pre-reading notice effects are executed: hold change notice, background change notice, and stop symbol notice, but the types of pre-reading notice effects may be two or less or four or more. good. For example, at least the stop symbol notice may be executed as the pre-reading notice effect, and when the suggestion display effect is executed, the execution rate of the stop symbol notice may be high. Further, when a pre-reading notice effect that can be executed at the execution timing of the continuous notification in the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is provided other than the stop symbol notice, or when the continuous notification in the suggestion display effect of the second display pattern is executed, the continuous notification is executed. The pre-reading notice effect may be facilitated to be executed.

Further, in the above embodiment, after determining whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect, whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect and whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect is determined based on the determination result. And the type may be determined before determining whether or not to execute the suggestion display effect and the pattern. Further, the decision regarding the suggestion display effect and the pre-reading notice effect may be made regardless of the respective decision results, or the decision regarding the suggestion display effect and the pre-reading notice effect may be made collectively.

In the above embodiment, the first display pattern (first change pattern) that changes to a specific stage during one variable display and the second display that the suggestion display changes to a specific stage over two variable displays. Although it was possible to execute the suggestion display effect of the pattern (second change pattern), there may be a pattern in which the suggestion display changes to a specific stage over three or more variable displays. In this case, the continuous notification of the suggestion display effect may be executed at the end timing of each variable display.

(Explanation of means relating to feature portion 82AK)
(1) The gaming machine related to the feature unit 82AK is
It is a gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 having a feature unit 82AK) that can execute variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player.
It is possible to display a suggestion display (for example, meter image 82AK001) whose display mode can be changed stepwise, and a specific effect (for example, pseudo-ream, super reach) depending on the display mode of the suggestion display changed to a specific stage. , The effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step 82AKS002 and step S172, which can execute the effect (cut-in effect during reach).
The effect executing means has a first display pattern that changes to the specific stage during the variable display in which the display of the suggestion display is started, and the effect execution means from the specific stage during the variable display in which the display of the suggestion display is started. It is possible to display the suggestion display in any pattern including at least a second display pattern that changes to the previous stage and changes to the specific stage during the variable display after the variable display (for example). 10-2, 10-9, 10-10),
The specific effect is an effect that is executed over a predetermined period while suggesting the degree of expectation controlled by the advantageous state.
When the suggestion display is displayed in the second display pattern, the effect executing means takes a shorter period than the predetermined period after the suggestion display changes in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. A notification is given to the effect that the display of the suggestion display is continued according to the timing at which the variable display ends and the variable display ends (for example, FIG. 10-2).
According to such a configuration, by performing the notification according to the end of the variable display, it is possible to prevent the feeling of expectation from being reduced by the notification, and it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the interest.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
A notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect for notifying that the suggestion display will be controlled to the advantageous state based on the variable display before execution, overlapping with the period in which the notification to the effect that the suggestion display continues is performed. For example, the effect control CPU 120) that executes the processes of step 82AKS003 and step S172 is provided.
When the advance notice effect (for example, the pre-reading advance notice effect of the stop symbol advance notice) is executed, the notification that the suggestion display is continued is higher than when the advance notice effect is not executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10-4, when there is a suggestion display, the execution rate of the stop symbol notice is higher than when there is no suggestion display).
With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the expectation for the suggestion display.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above
After the notification that the display of the suggestion display continues is executed, the display related to the notification may be deleted according to the start timing of the next variable display (for example, FIG. 10-10).
With such a configuration, it is possible to keep the expectation for the next variable display.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
Variable display can be executed in a plurality of variable display areas (for example, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R).
The effect executing means can execute the notification that the display of the suggestion display is continued at the timing when the variable display of the variable display area where the variable display ends at the end of the plurality of variable display areas ends. (For example, FIG. 10-10) may be used.
With such a configuration, the expectation can be maintained until the final timing of the variable display.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4) above,
The effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of the specific effect, and the ratio of displaying the suggestion display differs depending on the type of the specific effect to be executed (for example, FIG. 10-3 (A)). You may.
With such a configuration, it is possible to have a sense of expectation as to which specific effect will be executed.

(6) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (5) above,
The effect executing means can display a plurality of the suggestion displays at the same time.
When a plurality of the suggestion displays are displayed at the same time, the types of the specific effects executed when the plurality of suggestion displays change to the specific stage may be different from each other.
With such a configuration, the production becomes more diverse and the interest is improved.

(7) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (6) above,
One of a plurality of stages of setting values having different probabilities of being controlled in the advantageous state (for example, a value from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to 6 which is the most advantageous setting value for the player). Setting means that can be set to the set value of (for example, CPU 103 that executes the set value change process) and
A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step 063AKS007) capable of executing a setting suggestion effect that makes a suggestion regarding the set value in a predetermined period is provided.
The setting value of the plurality of stages includes at least a first setting value and a second setting value which is more disadvantageous than the first setting value (for example, from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to the player, which is most advantageous to the player). (Values up to 6 etc.),
In the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect, the first mode in which the ratio selected when the first set value is set is high and the ratio selected when the second set value is set are included. A high second aspect is included (for example, in "aspect 1", the higher the set value is set, the higher the rate of determination is high, while in "aspect 2", the set value is set. The lower the percentage, the higher the percentage determined),
The setting suggestion effect executing means executes the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect for a longer period than the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect (for example, T2> T5 as shown in FIG. 10-8).
It is characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

(Explanation of means related to feature section 83AK)
The feature portion 82AK also includes the feature portion 83AK.
(1) The gaming machine related to the feature unit 83AK is
It is a gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 having a feature unit 82AK) that can execute variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player.
It is possible to display a suggestion display (for example, meter image 82AK001) whose display mode can be changed stepwise, and a specific effect (for example, pseudo-ream, super reach) depending on the display mode of the suggestion display changed to a specific stage. , The effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of step 82AKS002 and step S172, which can execute the effect (cut-in effect during reach).
The effect executing means is after the first change pattern in which the suggestion display starts to change from the initial stage and the variable display in which the suggestion display is started in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. In the variable display of, it is possible to change the suggestion display in any pattern including at least a second change pattern in which the suggestion display starts changing from a predetermined stage after the initial stage (for example, FIG. 10-2, Fig. 10-9, Fig. 10-10),
In the second change pattern, the rate at which the suggestion display changes up to the specific stage is higher than in the first change pattern (for example, as shown in FIG. 10-7, the suggestion display effect of Gase is the first. The execution rate of the second display pattern is lower than that of the display pattern),
When the variable display ends while the suggestion display is displayed, the effect executing means notifies that the display of the suggestion display continues according to the timing at which the variable display ends (for example, FIG. 10). -2).
According to such a configuration, by performing the notification according to the end of the variable display, it is possible to prevent the feeling of expectation from being reduced by the notification, and it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the interest.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
A notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect for notifying that the suggestion display will be controlled to the advantageous state based on the variable display before execution, overlapping with the period in which the notification to the effect that the suggestion display continues is performed. For example, the effect control CPU 120) that executes the processes of step 82AKS003 and step S172 is provided.
When the advance notice effect (for example, the pre-reading advance notice effect of the stop symbol advance notice) is executed, the notification that the suggestion display is continued is higher than when the advance notice effect is not executed. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10-4, when there is a suggestion display, the execution rate of the stop symbol notice is higher than when there is no suggestion display).
With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the expectation for the suggestion display.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2) above
After the notification that the display of the suggestion display continues is executed, the display related to the notification may be deleted according to the start timing of the next variable display (for example, FIG. 10-10).
With such a configuration, it is possible to keep the expectation for the next variable display.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3) above,
Variable display can be executed in a plurality of variable display areas (for example, "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R).
The effect executing means can execute the notification that the display of the suggestion display is continued at the timing when the variable display of the variable display area where the variable display ends at the end of the plurality of variable display areas ends. (For example, FIG. 10-10) may be used.
With such a configuration, the expectation can be maintained until the final timing of the variable display.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4) above,
The effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of the specific effect, and the ratio of displaying the suggestion display differs depending on the type of the specific effect to be executed (for example, FIG. 10-3 (A)). You may.
With such a configuration, it is possible to have a sense of expectation as to which specific effect will be executed.

(6) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (5) above,
The effect executing means can display a plurality of the suggestion displays at the same time.
When a plurality of the suggestion displays are displayed at the same time, the types of the specific effects executed when the plurality of suggestion displays change to the specific stage may be different from each other.
With such a configuration, the production becomes more diverse and the interest is improved.

(7) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (6) above,
One of a plurality of stages of setting values having different probabilities of being controlled in the advantageous state (for example, a value from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to 6 which is the most advantageous setting value for the player). Setting means that can be set to the set value of (for example, CPU 103 that executes the set value change process) and
A setting suggestion effect execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step 063AKS007) capable of executing a setting suggestion effect that makes a suggestion regarding the set value in a predetermined period is provided.
The setting value of the plurality of stages includes at least a first setting value and a second setting value which is more disadvantageous than the first setting value (for example, from 1 which is the most disadvantageous setting value to the player, which is most advantageous to the player). (Values up to 6 etc.),
In the execution mode of the setting suggestion effect, the first mode in which the ratio selected when the first set value is set is high and the ratio selected when the second set value is set are included. A high second aspect is included (for example, in "aspect 1", the higher the set value is set, the higher the rate of determination is high, while in "aspect 2", the set value is set. The lower the percentage, the higher the percentage determined),
The setting suggestion effect executing means executes the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect for a longer period of time than the setting suggestion effect of the second aspect (for example, T2> T5 as shown in FIG. 10-8). You may do it.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from overlooking that the setting suggestion effect of the first aspect suggesting that the setting value is advantageous is performed, and it is possible to improve the game interest.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Winning ball device 6B ... Variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 10 ... General winning opening 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 30 ... Ball hitting operation handle 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 32 ... Movable body 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

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that can execute variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player.
An effect execution means capable of displaying a suggestion display whose display mode can be changed stepwise, and performing a specific effect according to a change in the display mode of the suggestion display to a specific stage.
It is provided with a notice effect execution means capable of executing a notice effect for notifying that the control is controlled to the advantageous state by the display result of the variable display.
The effect executing means is
A plurality of types of the specific effect can be executed, and the ratio of displaying the suggestion effect differs depending on the type of the specific effect to be executed.
The first display pattern that changes to the specific stage during the variable display when the display of the suggestion display is started, and the change to the stage before the specific stage during the variable display when the display of the suggestion display is started. However, the suggestion display can be displayed in any pattern including at least a second display pattern that changes to the specific stage during the variable display after the variable display.
The specific effect is an effect that is executed over a predetermined period while suggesting the degree of expectation controlled by the advantageous state.
There is a first display area in which the suggestion display is displayed and a second display area in which the advance notice effect is executed.
When the suggestion display is displayed in the second display pattern, the effect executing means takes a shorter period than the predetermined period after the suggestion display changes in the variable display in which the suggestion display is started. According to the timing at which the variable display ends and the variable display ends, a notification to the effect that the display of the suggestion display continues is performed in the first display area.
As the effect mode of the advance notice effect, there are a first effect mode and a second effect mode that is more advantageous to the player than the first effect mode.
The means for executing the advance notice effect is
It is possible to execute the advance notice effect at the same time as the period in which the notification to the effect that the suggestion display is continued is performed.
When the suggestion display is displayed and the display result of the variable display indicating that the control is controlled to the advantageous state is displayed, the suggestion display is not displayed and the display result of the variable display that the control is controlled to the advantageous state is displayed. Is executed so that the ratio of executing the advance notice effect in the second effect mode is higher than that in the first effect mode.
A gaming machine characterized in that when the suggestion display is displayed in the second display pattern, the rate at which the specific effect is executed is higher than when the suggestion display is displayed in the first display pattern.

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